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basketball team Battling to be ‘normal’ after brain surgery two years ago, fourth-grader Ryan Altizer, teammates and fans have a basketball season to remember by Team Thunder parents and L.A. LOGAN In December 2012, Ben and Natalie Altizer received shocking news. Their son, Ryan, had

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medulloblastoma, a malignant brain tumor. “We were totally devastated,” said Natalie. “All we could think about was that we were going to lose our son.” The day after his diagnosis, Ryan underwent a 7-hour surgery to remove the tumor; after recovering from the surgery, he underwent an aggressive program of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Since then, Ryan has learned to adapt to the after-effects of the tumor and treatments, which include

A rededication ceremony for the historic Linville Chapel will be held March 31. See story on page 13. Ryan Altizer, who was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in December 2012, enjoys playing basketball with his new friends on Oak Ridge Youth Association’s Team Thunder.

weakness on his right side, balance issues and speech disturbances. As Ryan’s body strength-

ened and scans showed no signs of cancer, his parents decided to reach out to Oak

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Residents speak out against trucks with twin trailers on N.C. 68 Stokesdale becomes the second local town to draft a resolution in opposition to NCDOT’s consideration of allowing twin trailers on the state highway by GERRI HUNT

STOKESDALE – The towns of Oak Ridge and Stokesdale received a letter from an NCDOT representative in mid-February stating the department is considering allowing trucks with twin trailers on N.C. 68 between I-40 and U.S. 220 in Guilford and Rockingham counties. That prospect brought several local residents to the March 12 Stokesdale Town Council meeting to speak out against

it. Following the period for public comments, the council voted unanimously to draft a resolution in opposition to twin trailers on N.C. 68. Roger Brown of Springdale Meadow Drive said he is surprised NCDOT is considering opening N.C. 68 to such large vehicles. It’s

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Biz Notes • Bits & Pieces .........14 Student Profiles ........................18 NASA comes to NW Middle ..19 Crime/Incident Report ...........20 Community Calendar..........22 Battle of Guilford Courthouse .........................23 Letters/Opinions .............. 24 Grins & Gripes ...............24 Classifieds .................27 Index of Advertisers....... 31

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Construction will begin this summer on traffic patterns in front of Northwest High School and on its campus, following funding approval by the Guilford County Commissioners on March 19.

The NWHS project is the only one in northwest Guilford County, and will cost an estimated $1,156,200. It includes installing a traffic circle at the school’s main entrance.

Commissioners voted 8-1 to approve $60 million for six capital projects in the Guilford County school district. For an additional $15 million, three more projects across the school district could have been started this summer, but thanks to a 6-3 vote against the extra funding, they will be delayed a year.

The Guilford County Board of Education presented nine capital projects to the county commissioners on March 5, at which time commissioners asked for them to be prioritized. The NWHS project was high on the list.

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Though some people have complained that this house/lot at the corner of N.C. 150 and Linville Road are unsightly, the town has not determined it to be a safety hazard.

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online: nwobserver.com e-mail: questions@ nwobserver.com There are a couple of very rundown houses in Oak Ridge (one on Bunch Road and the other on the corner of N.C. 150 and Linville Road) that don’t look like anyone is living in them. With everything the town does to try to keep things neat and beautiful, why doesn’t it require the property owners do something about these unsightly structures? Oak Ridge Town Manager Bruce Oakley explained the town doesn’t have the authority to interfere with someone’s property merely because it is rundown or unsightly.

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lien on the property. There is precedence for Oak Ridge condemning and demolishing a property. In 2008, neighbors expressed concerns that a property on W. Harrell Road posed a safety hazard; after confirming that roofing materials were blowing off the structure and walls had collapsed, the town requested Guilford County condemn the .37-acre tract of land. Oak

Ridge subsequently demolished the structure on the property, cleaned up the lot and placed a lien on it to recoup demolition and related legal expenses. Lien-foreclosure proceedings were completed in 2010 and the town was given title to the property, which at that time was appraised at $25,300. Since the town had no use for the property and no one could build on it

“There may be some unsightly properties in town, but that doesn’t mean they necessarily pose a risk to the health and safety of the public,” Oakley said. If the town receives a complaint about a structure, the first step it takes is to have someone make a visual inspection of the property to try and determine whether it poses a health or safety threat to the public. If that person thinks a health or safety threat exists, a building inspector is then asked to inspect the structure and determine whether to issue a condemnation order. If/when the town demolishes a property due to health risks, Oakley said the property owner would get a bill for the cost of demolishing the structure; if the bill isn’t paid, the town would place a

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into this to get us to this point,” Whitaker said of the suggested route, noting the Trails Committee had voted unanimously to have him present the route to the town council. “The committee’s charge is not to work out every parcel to get us from Point A to Point B, but to provide a well thought-out plan.”

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“From early in the season, when Ryan would be on the court you could hear his teammates shouting encouraging comments like ‘Great job, Ryan,’ ‘Ryan, you did it!’ and ‘You are awesome, Ryan,’” Wendy said. “It was fun working with Ryan because you could see his love for basketball,” said Thunder teammate Adam Gordy.

Jon Gordy even created a special play for Ryan. “When Ryan began to dribble the ball up the court, all of his teammates were clapping and cheering, and then everyone in the gym began to cheer,” said Jon. “Ryan was so proud of himself, which was easily visible by the huge smile on his face.” Ryan is described by his coaches as someone who always wants to be at practice and games, someone who is willing to do what is asked and someone who always tries his best – a player you would always want on your team. “I love playing basketball,” Ryan said. “Playing basketball with my teammates – who didn’t judge me – made me happy.” Jeff Katowitz, one of the many proud parents of Team Thunder members, noticed how Ryan’s teammates embraced him without hesitation. “Ryan’s story shows how sports can impact a family, a team and a town,” said Jeff. “There were moments in each game that almost brought you to tears. “It’s about the kids having the opportunity to play with and against their friends … that’s what it’s all about. “So many times that lesson gets lost.”

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Oak Ridge native Michael Pelehach’s 10th grade class in Bulgaria has set an ambitious goal of raising $25,000 to build a school in Ghana, Laos or Guatemala.

Transitioning from Corporate America to a small country in southeastern Europe, a teacher ﬁnds fulﬁllment while helping his students reach their potential by MICHAEL PELEHACH, guest writer BULGARIA – I’m getting used to people looking at me like I’m crazy.

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First, it was when I told friends, family and coworkers I was quitting my job to teach English in Bulgaria.

More recently, it was when I started telling people that I challenged one of my 10th grade classes to raise $25,000 to build a school. I grew up in Oak Ridge and was lucky to have some great teachers. From playing multiplication games in Mrs. Raker’s third grade class at Oak Ridge Elementary to working my butt off in Mrs. Cutts’ challenging BC calculus class at Northwest High School, I always felt I was getting a top-notch education. After graduating, I attended Duke

University and then in 2010 moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota, where I spent four years working for Target Corporation. While I enjoyed the business world and life in a big city, I didn’t find my work very fulfilling. In search of something more, I decided to apply for a Fulbright scholarship, which is funded through a government merit-based grant program that sends Americans overseas with the lofty goal of “enhancing mutual understanding” and “promoting international good will.” Once a relatively shy student who didn’t like being in the spotlight, I never imagined that one day I would be the one standing in front of a classroom as a teacher. Yet teaching in Bulgaria has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I have been overwhelmed with

the level of talent my students have; in addition to often knowing three or four different languages, they are talented musicians, athletes, actors and scholars. Recognizing such talent, I would normally be supremely confident that my students would go on to be successful

and do great things in the world. But in Bulgaria, a glaring cultural norm stands in the way: pessimism. As if still battling some lingering communist hangover, many Bulgarians don’t see the value in working hard to get ahead.

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March 12 / MEETING HIGHLIGHTS as reported by GERRI HUNT  Mayor Randy Braswell called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. David Homol of the Stokesdale American Youth Football Association led the opening prayer, which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The agenda was unanimously adopted, as were minutes from May 1, July 11 and July 21, 2014 workshops, and the June 12, 2014 council meeting.

NEW BUSINESS Deputy’s report. Dep. Scott Casey was not at the meeting because he was investigating four vehicle break-ins on Hunting Court, a dead-end road off Highway 65. Twin trailers on N.C. 68. A public comment period brought six Stokesdale residents to the podium to speak out against

NCDOT’s consideration of designating N.C. 68 for use by trucks with twin trailers (see related story on front cover). Braswell said he asked Steve Bowie, chairman of the citizen-led U.S. 158 Committee, to help present a package to DOT in opposition to the N.C. 68 designation change. DOT’s deadline for comments is April 17, and Braswell urged citizens to voice their opinions to NCDOT Traffic Engineer Lisa Avery at lavery@ncdot.gov or (919) 773-2839. Reference “STAA designation D-14-1” in any communications concerning the issue.

 5  0 to draft a resolution in op-

position to the designation of N.C. 68 for use by trucks with twin trailers. During the discussion, Braswell said he

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had observed three large trucks run the red light as he sat near the N.C. 68/U.S. 158 intersection, and wants the area patrolled because drivers “think they can run the red light and no one will stop them.” Braswell said a northbound red gas tanker truck ran the light, and Councilman Bill Jones said it’s probably the same one he’s seen run a red light three times. Jones said he called the truck company’s owner the second time but the owner did not seem concerned – and he called N.C. Highway Patrol the third time. “If you see someone running a red light (on N.C. 68 at U.S. 158), call HP. If they get enough calls, they may feel like they need to stop it,” said Jones.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS  5  0 to allocate $3,700 to

purchase a heavy-duty swing set from Summit Supply Corporation of Colorado (includes $200 to purchase concrete to anchor it) for the Stokesdale Town Park, and to approve a budget amendment to cover a $2,200 difference in what was originally budgeted. The swing set could be delivered and installed by the end of April, said Mayor Pro Tem Frank Bruno. Stokesdale Community Day. Bruno created a flyer for this event, slated for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2 (rain date May 9), at Town Hall. It will include a library book sale, canned food drive for Good Samaritan Ministries, free hot dogs and water, and crafters.

After discussion, it was decided that forprofit vendors will be allowed this year, but that may be changed next year.

 5  0 to designate $250 for event supplies, if needed.

Stokesdale Community Choir. Sondra Beene requested the use of Town Hall’s community room from 3 to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 24, for Stokesdale Community Choir’s first performance. The group will sing a patriotic musical at 5 p.m. A choir member has offered to have the piano at Town Hall tuned, if Beene’s daughter Elizabeth decides to play it that night instead of her electric piano. In addition to the 22 choir members, around 15 Stokesdale Elementary students will participate in the concert. The choir is selling raffle tickets for a giveaway at the event. Stokesdale resident Tom McCoy noted that House of Stars, where Beene’s husband Pete is general manager, has donated an 8x12 storage building to raffle, valued at $1,700, with proceeds to be used for the choir to purchase a portable sound system. Raffle tickets may be purchased from any choir member for $1 each, 7 for $5, or 15 for $10. To purchase tickets, contact Sondra Beene at (336) 643-7823 or skbeene@gmail.com.

 5  0 to approve Beene’s request to use Town Hall and to waive fees.

 5  0 to approve the Stokesdale

American Youth Football Association/ Northwest Guilford Youth Football Association’s practices at the town park from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturdays from Aug. 1 to Sept. 5, and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from Aug. 1 to Nov. 14.

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Water system. During a citizens’ comment period, McCrory Road resident Patrick Sanecki said he asked someone at the college where he works about testing Stokesdale’s water, but was told the school doesn’t have the chemistry equipment to do it. He turned to UNC-Greensboro’s advanced chemistry program with a lab in Kannapolis, but said they are hesitant. Since the town has joined the N.C. Rural Water Association, Sanecki suggested they might offer some options for water testing. Council reviewed its water deposit fees, which are $175 for renters and $50 for homeowners. Braswell asked council if homeowners should pay $175 as well, but Bruno pointed out the renters paid more because the town had problems with many moving out and leaving unpaid bills. Town attorney William Trevorrow said it’s realistic to have a higher deposit for renters, because the town wants some security that the water bill will be paid. Braswell asked Joyner to look through the history of the town’s water bills to compare defaults of homeowners vs. renters, then said council will continue the discussion at its next water workshop.

 5  0 to approve a contract to

extend a waterline from Dawn Acres to the town’s water system. “Thanks to [Dawn Acres developer] Kevan Combs for sending the waterline way down the road… it’s $118,000 of his cost to extend it,” said Braswell. “Kevan has extended the water system tremendously over the years.”

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 5  0 for Trevorrow to talk with Jeff Hughes at UNC-Chapel Hill School of Government about changing the wording “accessibility fee” to “customer fee” or something else Hughes might suggest. Chlorination station. The town has received the pump and tank for the water chlorinator on U.S. 158. Braswell said Winston-Salem will install a register that communicates with the pump as water flows.

 5  0 to purchase the register from Winston-Salem for $638.60; to approve a $9,000 proposal from Yates Construction to pour a 7x7 slab, install the tank, mount the pump, connect it to the water line, install additional stone at the entrance,

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and dig a trench so chlorine can’t escape the pump station building; to approve a $2,345 proposal from Pennington Electric to install the complete electrical system; and to approve $2,600 for a custom-built pump station building by private contractor Mark Helms. Braswell noted that EnergyUnited has approved a 200-amp electric service for the site, which will cost approximately $50 per month.

REPORTS Holiday Parade Committee. White-Lawrence presented an income and expense report from the town’s holiday parade. Parade expenses were $2,019.61, which included $820 total for banner installation and removal, $504 related to security, $156.17 for candy, $150 for the Northwest High School Band, $150 for Oasis Shriners, $87 for posters, $85.75 for invitation postage, and other minor expenses. Parade income was $2,155. “We made $135.39, and that is significant, because it may be the first time we ever made money on the parade. We went with a different sponsorship, and gave businesses incentives,” said WhiteLawrence. “We expended a little more because we printed posters, but sponsors had their names on them.”

The Parade Committee had a meeting planned for March 24 at Town Hall. Thacker said the committee did a great job. Budget Committee. A meeting was set for March 25 to continue work on the FY 2015-16 budget. Property Committee. Braswell said the town park’s volleyball court border has been removed, but the problem with rocks in the sand has not been dealt with yet, and wire grass will be sprayed with weed killer. The restrooms made it through the recent deep freeze without water pipe damage. The town purchased about 500 bales of pine needles for $2,000 for park landscaping last year, and Braswell said council members will be polled about doing it this year. Finance Report. Joyner reported $3,202.07 from Greensboro ABC profits was deposited into the checking account. Expenditures included $170 for water backflow tests at Town Hall and the town park and $193.20 for an HVAC check-up. Braswell questioned a $577.50 bill from MBD Consulting Engineers due March 31. Policy is that the town can bill a contractor/developer $250 for periodic inspections, and he wondered if the bill included Northridge and Angel’s Glen.

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He asked Joyner for clarification from MBD; she assumed it was for Northridge’s plan review, inspections, and pre-construction meeting. Braswell said the town should ask MBD for the cost of looking over plans and doing periodic inspections. “We send the plans off, but when it comes to digging the ditch, are they laying pipe on the rocks, or are they putting pre-fill into the ditch and then laying the pipe?” asked Braswell. “That’s big time… once we inherit a couple hundred thousand dollars of infrastructure, if it starts giving us problems down the road … I’m not saying that I think contractors cut corners, but I think the town needs eyes on the job and we should be reimbursed for that.” Braswell said the council needs to revisit the $250 inspection fee.

 5  0 to approve budget amendments to cover the $577.50 bill from MBD Consulting Engineers and $2,000 in anticipation of additional invoices for Angel’s Glen and Dawn Acres subdivision reviews and inspections.

 5  0 to approve a budget

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 5  0 to reappoint Stephen Louie and Stewart Hommell to the Planning Board; the two will continue serving as full voting members until someone else is appointed.  A monthly 30-minute program on 1420 WMYN featuring Mayor Braswell and guests will air at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1. Programs are archived at RockinghamCountyRadio.com.  The Planning Board will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, at Town Hall if there are any cases to be heard.  Town Hall will be closed April 3 for Good Friday.  Good Samaritan Ministries (GSM) will hold a Maundy Thursday service at 7 p.m. on April 2 at Bethel UMC, 8424 Haw River Road, Oak Ridge.  GSM’s annual Cross Walk will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, April 3, at Stokesdale UMC, 8607 Stokesdale St.  Good Friday service will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 3, at Flat Rock UMC, 6720 U.S. 158, Stokesdale.  An Easter Sunrise service will be held at 6 a.m. on the east campus grounds of Oak Springs Missionary Baptist Church on U.S. 158 East in Stokesdale.

COUNCIL COMMENTS Braswell said he was glad Thacker was feeling better, then asked Bruno to look into fixing the council chamber’s microphone. The meeting adjourned at 10:31 p.m.

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Linville Chapel to be rededicated March 31 by GERRI HUNT OAK RIDGE – Though small in stature, Linville Chapel, tucked on the campus of Oak Ridge Military Academy, appears magnificent. Built in 1884 on the spot where Alumni Hall stands today, it was destroyed by fire but was quickly rebuilt in 1914 and has since stood in its current location under the trees. At least five local churches held their first meetings in the chapel, starting with Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, and including Northwest Church of Christ, Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church and Summer Oaks Presbyterian Church. And on Tuesday, March 31, the 101-year-old Linville Chapel will not only be rededicated, but the Town of Oak Ridge and the Oak Ridge Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) will also dedicate an historic marker on the front lawn. Work has been done to the chapel through the years. The late R.N. “Buster” and Edna Linville, who were married in the chapel, funded a 1991 renovation; the couple also left money for its ongoing maintenance, according to Ann Schneider, chairwoman of Oak Ridge’s HPC. The chapel is named after Buster Linville. More recently, Irvin Angel, a 1943 graduate of what was then known as Oak Ridge Military Institute, has overseen renovations of Linville Chapel (Angel has also overseen renovations of Holt Hall and other facilities on the academy’s campus that were in need of repair/renovation). “The foundation of the chapel, after 100 years, was starting to bulge,” said Dr. Danny Nobles, ORMA president. “Irvin came up with a design and presented it to the Historic Commission, to build an ‘outer skin’ with brick along the foundation, and tighten it all up.” Schneider said the renovations will fight moisture that has gotten into the foundation and basement.

The chapel’s classic exterior architecture, which includes a portico, Ionic columns and lunette (half-moon) windows, is mirrored in its restraint on the interior. 1985 ORMA graduate Gordon Hunt has supplied LED lighting, and the academy has added new furnishings to the sanctuary and curtains. “It’s very small, with just 120 seats,” said Nobles. “It’s beautiful in its simplicity.” The chapel is very special to Nobles, an Anglican priest. In fact, it’s what drew him to ORMA. “When I was ordained, my bishop sent me to plant a church in Walnut Cove, but the community had well enough churches and didn’t need another,” he said. “I didn’t know what to do. Then I saw ORMA and stopped to pray; the chapel was unlocked.” Nobles wrote former president Bob Rossi to see if the academy’s chaplain needed assistance. After learning there was no chaplain, Nobles volunteered for the first year. Couples other than the Linvilles have been married in the chapel. Nobles performed a wedding ceremony for an alumnus last year, and is meeting with another couple planning nuptials for next fall. Nobles even had a baptism for a cadet – the only sacramental rite of its kind that he knows of at the chapel. While the five local churches that had their starts at Linville Chapel have moved on to their own sites, Nobles continues to offer a worship service to cadets and the community each Sunday. “I try to make it ecumenical, but it’s liturgical,” he said, noting that many denominations come together there. “It’s wonderful to worship together.”

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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. Thanks, too, to the student reporters at Northern and Northwest who helped us compile these profiles.

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CINDY KIM, senior Hometown: Seoul, South Korea Role: Principal clarinet Toughest class: Wind ensemble Extracurricular activities: Tennis, Greensboro Symphony Youth Orchestra, National Honor Society and Habitat for Humanity Future plans: Four-year university, hopefully somewhere outside of North Carolina Most admired person: (Northern principal flute and section leader) Leah Gilmore Favorite composer: (French Impressionist) Claude Debussy Favorite food: Tortellini Favorite band: Vampire Weekend Favorite movie: “The Proposal” Any siblings? A brother Best vacation ever: Japan Years in the northern area: 12

Dream job: Chemist Something not everyone knows about me: “I play ukulele.” Nickname: “Cind” Band teacher Ed Kimbrough on Cindy Kim: “Cindy is the principal clarinetist in the wind ensemble. She has been in All-County Band, All-County Orchestra, All-District Band and All-State Band. She has a bright future ahead of her. She plans to continue to play the clarinet in college.”

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Most admired musician: Cindy Kim (principal clarinet at Northern) Favorite composer: Australian-born composer and pianist Percy Grainger Favorite food: Pizza Favorite band: Imagine Dragons Favorite movie: “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” Any siblings? One brother Best vacation ever: Cruise around the Mediterranean Sea with grandmother Years in the northern area: Six Dream job: Pharmaceutical researcher Something not everyone knows about me: “I can play piano.” Nickname: “Lele” Band teacher Ed Kimbrough on Leah Gilmore: “Leah has been the principal flute in wind ensemble and section leader in the marching band for three years. She has been in All-County Band and All-County Orchestra as well as All-District Band and is the leader of the NGHS Flute Choir. She is an outstanding musician and has had a huge impact on the band program here at Northern. She plans to continue to play flute in college.”

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MARCIA LACOPO, sophomore

Hometown: Greensboro Role: Soprano 1 Toughest class: Math Future plans: College and music education Most admired person: Mr. Ward (NWHS choral director) Favorite instrument: Ukulele Favorite food: Sushi Favorite musician/band: Daniel at the Disco Favorite movie: “Her” Any siblings? Three sisters Best vacation ever: Hawaii Years in the northwest area: Five

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Dream job: Choral director Something not everyone knows about me: “I have seen every episode of ‘How I Met Your Mother.’ ” Nickname: “Lindsay” Choral director James Ward on Marcia Lacopo: “Marcia is a stellar example of what it means to love learning in the music classroom. She makes every day a joy to teach.”

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CHRISTINE McGUIRE, senior Class: AP Studio Art Hometown: Oak Ridge Toughest class: AP Calculus AB Extracurricular activities: Winter guard and color guard Future plans: Go to college and get a degree in art education Most admired athlete: Abby Wambach, pro soccer player/coach Favorite athletic team: USA women’s national soccer team Favorite food: Schnitzel Favorite musician: Singer-songwriter Bruno Mars Favorite movie: “Voyage of the Unicorn” Best vacation ever: Trip to Europe last summer Years in the northwest area: 18 Dream job: Art teacher Something not everyone knows about me: “I enjoy musicals a little too much.” Nicknames: “Teen” or “Gód” Visual arts teacher Amber Gray on Christine McGuire: “Christine is a student of integrity, intelligence and great artistic ability. She has a passion and dedication to the arts not matched by many. Christine is planning to pursue a career within the arts, and, I have no doubt, she will surpass her goals in the future.”

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Hellner said. “But they try different medications to see if they help.” The astronauts are also experimenting with growing food in space (since there’s no gravity, getting food and water to the plant roots is a challenge). Hellner calls their experiments “Above the Earth, for the Earth,” because astronauts try things in space to help humans on Earth. Hellner told the students the space station is as big as a football field, and travels at 17,500 mph. “If it goes any slower, gravity pulls it back to Earth. If it goes faster, it will go farther away,” he explained. Hellner said three astronauts will be launched from Russia on March 27, and the space station will spin so they can land, then it will spin back. People have been “living” in space since about 2000, Hellner told the students. His job as an increment manager involves planning what the astronauts will do throughout their six-month stay – called an increment – at the space station.

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laptop and $50 laptop bag were stolen.

March 18 | A female resident of a home on Oak Ridge Road in Summerfield was arrested and charged with domestic simple assault. The incident allegedly occurred as part of a domestic dispute.

March 18 | A resident of Oak Ridge Road in Oak Ridge reported that when she returned to her car after shopping at Lowes Foods, she found the trunk open and a $750 gray laptop with a purple “Best Buy” sticker on it was missing. The vehicle was not damaged.

March 21 | A resident of Church Street in northern Greensboro reported being the victim of a simple assault that allegedly occurred during a domestic dispute.

BREAKING AND ENTERING March 18 | A resident of Bunch Road in Summerfield reported her car was broken into between 9:30 and 10 p.m. on March 16 while it was in the Oak Ridge Commons parking lot. A $700 Toshiba

March 20 | A resident of Oak Ridge Road in Oak Ridge reported that someone entered an unlocked Jeep SUV and removed a laptop belonging to Guilford County Schools and the victim’s iPad. The incident may have occurred during the first week of March, and may be related to other thefts in the area. An investigation is ongoing.

BURGLARY March 17 | A resident of Haw River Road in Oak Ridge reported someone entered his home through an unlocked front window sometime between 4 p.m. on March 15 and 8:30 a.m. on March 17. Stolen items include a $1,200 Manurhin P38 pistol, an $800 Sig Sauer P229 pistol, a $400 taser, a $100 police baton, a $500 gold ring and medication. March 19 | A resident of Williard Road in Oak Ridge reported that sometime between 8:30 and 11:50 a.m., someone entered the home after kicking in the carport door. Items stolen include $20 cash, a checkbook, medication, $1,825 worth of jewelry, black Timberland boots and a pillowcase. Damage to the door is estimated at $500.

DAMAGE TO PROPERTY March 21 | A resident of Kenbeck Court in Summerfield reported that sometime between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., someone scratched the passenger side of her 2010 Audi Q5 in the bus parking lot at Northern Guilford High School. Damage is estimated at $2,000. March 20 | Northwest Guilford High School reported a metal tool being thrown through a classroom window, causing $250 in damage. The incident occurred outside of school hours. Investigators are reviewing footage from the school’s security camera to identify the suspect, described as an approximately

5-foot-10-inch, 220-pound white male teenager. A late-1990s or early-2000 gray Toyota Camry was observed leaving the area.

DRUGS March 19 | An 18-year-old Northwest High School student was suspended and cited with misdemeanor possession of marijuana after the school resource officer smelled marijuana and searched his vehicle, where a small amount of the drug was found.

FORGERY March 20 | A Greensboro resident reported that a known person forged the victim’s name to a rental agreement and attempted to use the forged document to enroll a student at Northern Guilford Middle School. The victim declined to press charges.

IDENTITY THEFT March 16 | A resident of Calendula Court in Summerfield was contacted by his bank to alert him that someone had called the bank to arrange for a withdrawal from his account, and had correctly answered the bank’s security questions. The victim had earlier reported to the bank that someone had accessed his online account and changed his password and security questions. A female claiming to be the victim’s niece showed up at a Durham branch of the bank and attempted to withdraw $30,000. Bank personnel were process-

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ing the request when a notation on the account alerted them that the account had been hacked. The investigation to identify the female suspect who was captured on video inside the Durham bank is underway. March 17 | A resident of Oak Ridge Road in Summerfield reported that the Internal Revenue Service notified him and his wife that someone had used their information to file a tax return.

THEFT March 20 | A resident of Air Harbor Road in Greensboro reported that someone stole an outdoor patio table and two chairs from behind the victim’s home. The table is made from a Singer sewing machine base and has a cream and speckled granite top. The chairs are a black steel-spring design with a

diamond pattern seat. The entire set is valued at $400. March 21 | A resident of Happy Hill Road in Kernersville reported that someone he knows stole a 55-inch LG TV valued at $638.37 from his locked residence between 5:08 and 5:30 a.m. March 22 | A resident of Reidsville reported a $650 HVAC unit was stolen from outside a rental house on Oak Arbor Road in northern Greensboro. The investigation continues.

MISCELLANEOUS March 17 | A resident of Oak Creek Drive in Stokesdale reported that a pornographic image was texted to her cell phone. The investigation continues into the identity of the suspect who sent the image, which may involve a minor child.

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 Benefit Dinner | Oak Level Baptist Church will have a benefit spaghetti dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. on March 28 at the Oak Level Gym, 1569 Oak Level Church Road, Stokesdale. Admission is $10/adults and $6/children ages 6 and under. There will be comedy skits, as well as singing by Joyful Sounds, Northwest Quartet and Oak Level Chorus Team. More info: (336) 643-9288.  Chicken Stew Fundraiser | The Kernersville FD will sell stew to raise funds for firefighter Joey Allen, who was injured in a motorcycle accident in October. The stew will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the VFW/Dance Hall Daze, 612 Edgewood St., Kernersville. More info: (336) 996-4885, (336) 996-4220, or (336) 992-3538.

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Reenactors participate in 234th anniversary of Battle of Guilford Courthouse by STEVE HUFFMAN GREENSBORO – Chris Milne, a lieutenant with the New Jersey Light Infantry, addressed soldiers in his command before they marched into battle at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park on March 15. “We’re going to take the hill,” Milne vowed. “We’re going to burn powder.” And that they did. The 234th anniversary of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse was celebrated with more than 300 reenactors engaged in a recreation of the fight that played a significant role in the battle for American independence. In the actual battle, the British scored a victory, but it came at a mighty cost. British Gen. Charles Cornwallis suffered casualties to more than 25 percent of his army.

Lt. Chris Milne, a reenactor with the New Jersey Light Infantry, speaks to men under his command as they prepare for a reenactment of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse on March 15. The New Jersey Light Infantry was a part of the Continental Army. Above right: the reenactors sleep in canvas tents that are reproductions of the sort used by armies in the American Revolution.

battleground on Friday and Saturday nights. They sleep in canvas tents that are reproductions of the sort used by armies in the American Revolution. The reenactors wear uniforms that are authentic. Nelson said he’s been a reenactor for almost 20 years and has even gotten his daughters involved.

He admitted the New Jersey Light Infantry didn’t participate in the actual Battle of For decades, Guilford Courthouse, Mike Nelson, an Oak Ridge reenactors have been but said the group of resident and member of the New recreating the battle Jersey Light Infantry, has been reenactors represent involved in Revolutionary War on its anniversary. It nine states and enjoy reenacting for almost 20 years. was fought March coming to Greensboro 15, 1781. This year’s for the annual event, conditions were almost ideal – the recwhich is one of the largest Revolutionary reation staged under sunny skies; the War reenactments in the United States. temperature was mild. “We’re here to help out,” Nelson Mike Nelson, an Oak Ridge resident said. and sergeant with the New Jersey Light During a Sunday morning worship Infantry, camped with his men at the The reenactment on Sunday, March 15, was far less deadly.

service, Nelson thanked his cohorts, most of whom had traveled considerably further than he.

“Guys, this is my home turf,” Nelson said. “You don’t know how much I appreciate you coming over here.”

Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 • 10 -11:30am Starts in the church’s gym

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Summerﬁeld will soon lose hometown feel Citizens of Summerfield, if you think that your nice, quaint small hometown feel of Summerfield is here to stay, well that will soon end. South Carolina Development Properties and Kotis Properties are about to change all of that with the closing of Golden Antiques. If you honestly think these two companies have Summerfield’s best interests at heart, you’re living in a fairy-tale world. South Carolina Development Properties and Kotis Properties both figured if they raised the rent on Golden Antiques they would close. But, when Golden Antiques turned the tables and agreed to the increase in rent, well, that was not anticipated, so they had to double the rent.

It’s called greed. All these development companies can see is dollar signs with the expansion of U.S. 220 coming through. What’s really going to happen is more traffic, more congestion and more headaches than you can imagine. Retail stores, restaurants, more crime. If the citizens of Summerfield think that this is going to bring them some sort of prestige, I feel sorry for you. You will begin to look just like New Garden Road, with its Office Depot, T.J.Maxx – and just think, maybe a Walmart.

Their hard work over the past few weeks has been inspiring. Working in small teams of five to seven, they have created a YouTube video to raise awareness, set up an online fundraising page to accept donations, planned local fundraising events here in Bulgaria, and created a marketing strategy to spread the word. All the pieces are in place to

As for the small hometown feel of Summerfield, say bye-bye.

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a music department for the cadets, but he needs instruments and music. If you enjoyed this absolutely fabulous concert, you can show your appreciation by making a contribution to the Music Department, Oak Ridge Military Academy, 2317 Oak Ridge Road, Oak Ridge, NC 27310.

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Marie Lowrey Stewart, OAK RIDGE

accomplish something truly remarkable. Have you ever dreamed big? Have you ever told your kids they can do anything they put their minds to? If so, I encourage you to join us. Your donation will not only teach my students they are capable of making big things happen, but it will also build a school for students who don’t have one.

want to donate? You can find this campaign’s fundraising page at fundraise.pencilsofpromise.org/ buildthemaschool. One hundred percent of donations go directly towards building a school in Ghana, Laos or Guatemala. Read more about Michael’s learning experiences in Bulgaria at www.balkanonsunshine.com.

GRINS and GRIPES

Now wouldn’t that be grand for Summerfield?

Bravo Sea Chanters, Daryl Duff

And to my dear hearts and gentle people, you may not know that this concert was due to the presence at the academy of Chief Daryl Duff, a former Sea Chanter. Chief Duff wants to build

I refuse to let my students succumb to this belief and fall short of their full potential. To shatter this notion and teach my students they are capable of accomplishing something monumental and improving the world at the same time, I challenged them to raise $25,000 to build a school through Pencils of Promise, a nonprofit, taxexempt organization that builds schools in Ghana, Guatemala and Laos.

Delighted or dismayed by something in your community?

It wasn’t about the rent, it was about getting rid of Golden Antiques.

To the Northwest Observer, thank you for your generous publicity of the U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters’ concert at Oak Ridge Military Academy on March 11. Did you know 1,100 guests attended the concert?!

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GRINS to...  Northern Guilford Middle School’s student council/PTA for donating proceeds from a recent school basketball game to help our family pay bills after our 11-year-old son had a

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bone marrow transplant; what a great way for the students and school to show their support!  Dr. Matt Olmsted of Olmsted Orthodontics for giving the teachers and staff of Oak Ridge Elementary something to smile about and for being a great supporter of our school.  The new owners of the Summerfield Square Shopping Center where Golden Antiques is located. Please “spruce up” the complex using a bulldozer first, then build something that is not an eyesore and more importantly, something that is safe!  Thomas Roofing and Kevin Otey. Both helped make our roofing repair an easy process and were great to work with.  Senator Richard Burr and Senator Thom Tillis for signing that incredibly well-conceived open letter to Iran.

You make me proud to be one of your constituents.  The sweet lady who works at McDonald’s in Oak Ridge for giving me a handmade baby blanket for my soon-to-arrive little girl. Your kindness is admirable and you definitely made this stranger’s day! God bless.  Northwest Honors Orchestra, which performed in Shelby on March 20 at the Music Performance Adjudication and received superiors – the highest level of praise – from all judges! Thank you to Mrs. Watson for the dedication to the orchestra at Northwest!  Brian and the crew at Preferred Garden & Lawn in Kernersville for providing the best customer service during our Troop’s recent pine needle sale. Simply fantastic!  Bob Johnson, a man of great character, for his years of service on Summerfield’s Public Safety Committee. Bob has a career background in law enforcement and is highly professional; it was an honor and privilege to serve with him.  Guilford and Forsyth counties for joining forces to create the awesome Triad Park in Kernersville. The Carolina Field of Honor is breathtaking, and the park is beautiful and offers so many activities.  Golden Antiques and Treasures for the wonderful years in Summerfield. Excellent customer service. So sorry you have to move, but your loyal customers will follow!

GRIPES to...  The couple driving the silver Toyota truck with two white dogs in the back for parking in the carry-out parking at Oak Ridge Commons (on St. Patrick’s Day) and staying nearly an hour. Do you not know what 10 minutes means?  Waste Industries for repeatedly

blocking my drive after emptying my bins. Turning in off of N.C. 150 can be tricky enough without additional obstacles. I try to place them conveniently for you…it would be great if you could reciprocate.  Those who obviously forgot Democrat Ted Kennedy wrote the exact same letters to Gorbachev when Reagan was president. The Constitution requires “deals” to be ratified by the Senate, not bypassing Congress as President Obama likes to do.  Liberals who can’t take their blinders off to see how disrespectful Obama is. Praise to the Republicans who are trying to prevent the USA, Israel and the world from WWIII!  The thieves who stole my black and yellow riding mower. Not so solid up close, is it? Bald tires, no battery, bad belts, dull blades and broken front axle. Have fun with your restoration project!  Obama for beating his record last year for denying Freedom of Information Act requests. That’s what I expected from the “most open honest and transparent administration ever.”  (Stokesdale Councilman) Frank Bruno for stating that the disc golf course at Stokesdale Town Park is going to be replaced because it is not used often. Obviously he doesn’t spend enough time there to realize how many people actually use the course.  All who think our interests are represented by just one man, and believe that Iran negotiates in good faith. Burr and Tillis said exactly what should have been said. The President, like Pelosi, doesn’t want any interference on the “deal.”  The logging truck incessantly blowing its horn at a slow pick-up truck as they traveled southbound on U.S. 220 and onto N.C. 68 into Stokesdale the other morning. Get a grip – it’s not that driver’s fault you were running late with your load!

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March 29, Palm Sunday worship services at 8:15, 9:45 and 11:15am

March 31–April 2, A Walk Through Holy Week A contemplative walk on your own in the Family Life Center. Enter at the education building. Tuesday, March 31 • 9am - 4pm Wednesday, April 1 • 9am - 4pm Holy Thursday, April 2 • 9am -2pm Join us again Thursday evening for an interactive walk where Holy Week comes alive. Walks begin every 10 minutes between 6:30 and 7:30 and last 1 hour (enter at the Family Life Center).

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April 5, Easter Sunday Sunrise service at 6:45am in the cemetery Worship services at 8:15, 9:45 and 11:15am

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Mayor Randy Braswell explained there is a state statute* designating where the vehicles can drive. (*Motor vehicle already difficult for residents to turn combinations consisting of a truck tractor onto the busy road from U.S. 158, he and two trailing units may be operated in said, and he’s conNorth Carolina only cerned about the on highways of the You never know safety of people interstate system, walking across unless you try. If they push unless exempted by that intersection – it through and you didn’t the U.S. Secretary especially school of Transportation children. make the effort, you’ll be or NCDOT). With construckicking yourself.” “There’s a map tion already unonline by DOT so derway for the I-73 Bill Trevorrow, those [twin trailer connector between Stokesdale’s town attorney, in drivers] can go find N.C. 68 and U.S. response to whether it would be effectheir truck routes,” 220, Brown asked tive to organize a citizen petition he said. why N.C. 68 would in opposition to designating “Twin trailbe opened to even twin trailers on N.C. 68. more vehicles, ers are allowed to when the new highway is designed to come through Stokesdale, but they have relieve traffic on the already congested to follow U.S. 220 to U.S. 158, then run local highway. 158 through Stokesdale to I-40 in WinNancy McCoy of Springbirch Terrace ston-Salem. That’s their designated route right now,” Councilman Joe Thacker agreed. explained. “Two years ago, I had to go into the hospital in an emergency, and at 4:00 in the morning, it took us 10 to 15 minutes before we could get the car out of the subdivision,” said McCoy. “When we called DOT to request a traffic light outside our subdivision, the answer was, ‘You don’t need a traffic light because before long, all the trucks will be going down (U.S.) 220.’” To Patrick Sanecki of McCrory Road, it’s a “ploy for logistics” for shipping companies to cut down on mileage and gas by using shorter routes. “I moved here three or four years ago because of the bypass. I knew the shovels were hitting the ground and this would be a safer place for families and residential communities,” he said. “Hopefully DOT will not give in to the businesses but will support the communities.” Another McCrory Road resident, who recently moved to Stokesdale, asked what rule keeps twin trailers from traveling N.C. 68 now, and said a lack of a shoulder along the road gives drivers

“You’ve been in towns where there’s a sign that says ‘truck route’ – that’s just helping the trucks to not get into an area where they would be too long, too heavy, too wide and too tall. N.C. 68 was never designated for twin trailers,” added Braswell. “I’m against the tractors and trailers because the weight of the vehicles requires a much longer braking system,” said Layton Spencer of Coldwater Road. “It’s a dollar-conscious thing and a safety thing for the school kids, parents and elderly drivers.”

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Tom McCoy of Springbirch Terrace said allowing twin trailers on N.C. 68 does not address the needs of the people who live in Stokesdale or Oak Ridge. “There’s no reason they can’t wait a year and use the better-equipped highway. Protect the people in this community, that’s really what it comes down to,” he said.

Nancy McCoy asked if DOT would listen to residents’ complaints. “A body like the town council coming together as one unit and opposing something like this would definitely be more effective,” answered town attorney Bill Trevorrow. McCoy then questioned whether a petition would help.

“I make my living working on trucks, so I’m very ‘pro truck’,” said Braswell. “My concern is the speed and the distance it takes for those big trucks to stop.”

“You never know unless you try,” said Trevorrow. “If they push it through and you didn’t make the effort, you’ll be kicking yourself.”

Councilman Bill Jones said tandem trucks are not aligned as well as single trucks, and they have an extra swivel.

Town clerk Carolyn Joyner said Stokesdale has faced this issue in the past.

“I’ve seen them on I-40 and they can’t even keep it in the lane going down the straight highway,” Jones added. “When you get on N.C. 68 you’ve got crooked highways, and you’re going downhill so the momentum of the truck is making the situation worse… if it starts swinging, it gets magnified, and the next thing you know, he’s going to wipe out a couple of cars. I think it’s totally ridiculous that DOT would be asking for this.”

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Layton Spencer of Coldwater Road was one of several people who attended the Stokesdale Town Council meeting on March 12 to speak out against consideration of N.C. 68 being designated as a state highway that allows twin trailers.

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“It just takes one person [to make a suggestion] and DOT has to do studies to justify their decision,” she said. A former mayor had written a letter of opposition, and DOT listened in that case, she pointed out. “I think DOT is going to take a collection of all comments and form an opinion, then create a resolution of support or opposition,” said Trevorrow. “That’s how I understand the process. If they get opposition, it will certainly give them something to think about.” Braswell said the town – and its residents – have until April 17 to make their voices heard by DOT. Steve Bowie of the town’s U.S. 158 Committee has been asked to get involved, and to present a package to DOT.

make your voice heard Send your opinions in writing to: Lisa Avery, NCDOT traffic safety project engineer By email: lavery@ncdot.gov (copy boakley@oakridgenc.com and/or Stokesdale@stokesdale.org) Or by mail: Transportation Mobility & Safety Division, 1561 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1561 DEADLINE for comments: April 17 For more info, call Stokesdale Town Hall at (336) 643-4011 or Oak Ridge Town Hall at (336) 644-7009.

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Your neighbors & friends at COMMUNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH in Summerfield invite you to enrich your Easter Season. Please join us! Sunday, March 29, 10am, Forsaken: Remembering the Last Days of Christ – The Story of Jesus’ Passion in Music. Thursday, April 2, 7pm, Maundy Thursday – A Command to Love Service of Healing and Holy Communion. Friday, April 3, 7pm, Good Friday Worship – Reflections on Jesus’ Words from the Cross. Sunday, April 5, 9am, Easter Breakfast and Children’s Egg Hunt; 10am, Christ Is Risen! A Celebration of Joy & Thanksgiving. Community Lutheran Church, 4960 U.S. Highway 220 N., Summerfield, NC 27358 Church Office: (336) 643-7667.

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FRONT OFFICE SPECIALIST, Oak Ridge Physical Therapy. Full Time. Reception, scheduling, co-pay collection, insurance verification and front office coordination. Candidate must have excellent customer service, computer skills, and previous medical office experience. Background criminal, drug & financial check will be done. Mail resume to: PO Box 875, Oak Ridge, NC 27310. Part-time and full-time RECEPTIONIST needed. Veterinary experience preferred. Veterinary Hospital of Oak Ridge. Email frontdesk@oakridgevillagevet.com.

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 SAVE THE DATE FAIRY GARDEN WORKSHOP, Saturday, March 28, The Garden Outlet, Summerﬁeld. Please call for more info. (336) 643-0898. GRAND OPENING Quirky Finds & Designs, Saturday, March 28, 10am-4pm, 2010 Scalesville Rd., Summerﬁeld. Antiques, local, handmade items, & more! EASTER PORTRAITS with live animals, Saturday and Sunday, March 28 & 29, and Saturday, April 4, 11am-5pm each day, Tractor Supply in Oak Ridge. Packages start at $40. Pets welcome. Visit facebook.com/ portraitsbyHeatherKellam for more info.

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The Town of Oak Ridge Historic Preservation Commission will hold a HISTORIC MARKER DEDICATION at Linville Chapel, on the campus of Oak Ridge Military Academy, on Tuesday, March 31, at 6pm. After the marker dedication, a building rededication and service will be held inside the chapel. For info, call Oak Ridge Town Hall at 644-7009. Ladies’ Philoptochos ANNUAL GREEK PASTRY SALE, Thurs., April 2, 10am-6pm, The Dormition of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church, 800 Westridge Road, Greensboro. Purchase your favorite Greek pastries just in time for Easter! Cookbooks available! SPRING PIG FLING, Saturday, April 11, 6-10pm, The Gardens at Gray Gables. See display ad on page 9 for all the details. THE ANNUAL MEETING of the Oak Ridge Fire and Rescue Company, Inc. will be held Monday, June 8, 2015, at 7:30pm. The purpose of the meeting will be the election of corporate officers and directors, the presentation of the annual performance and financial reports for the fiscal year ending June 8, 2015, and other business of the corporation. Anyone interested in filing to run for a position will need to contact Gale Long, Administrative Assistant, to obtain and file the appropriate forms. The filing period opens April 10, 2015, and closes May 8, 2015. Anyone desiring to vote at the meeting must be a registered voter in the Oak Ridge Fire District and be listed on the voter registration rolls as maintained by the Guilford County Board of Elections effective as of May 8, 2015. Gale may be contacted at 8325 Linville Road, Oak Ridge, NC 27310 or by telephone at (336) 643-3783.

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STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com.

WEBSTER & SONS PLUMBING, Inc. (336) 992-2503. Licensed, insured, bonded. 24/7 service. Plumbing, drain cleaning, well pumps. Give us a call, we do it all! Go to www.webstersplumbing.com for more info.

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.

Tell our readers about your business! LOW-COST GARAGE DOORS. Repair & sales. 35 years exp. (336) 215-2800. GAS LOGS, WOOD STOVES & INSERTS, ﬁreplaces, sold, serviced and repaired. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183. ON EAGLE’S WINGS residential home design/drafting. Call Patti, (336) 605-0519.

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POWER WASHING PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Call Crystal Clear. Fully insured. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873.

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MOBILE WELDING SERVICE Residential, wrought-iron fence & gates, custom fabrication, stainless aluminium. Chuck, 362-8679, triadmobilewelding.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.

Services TM Construction , INC

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Outdoor living | Fire pits | Roof replacements

644-8615 office 508-5242 cell Licensed & insured NC Gen. Contractor #72797

JLB REMODELING, INC. NC GC license #69997. Free estimates. Insured. Custom remodeling & additions. Call 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com. TRIPP SMITH CONSTRUCTION, LLC. Licensed General Contractor with college degree in construction management and over 18 years of experience. We specialize in additions, remodels, garages, decks, sunrooms, new construction, residential & commercial. No job too large or too small. Free Estimates. Call or email, 399-4894, tripp@trippsmithconstruction.com. BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens & baths, rotted wood, custom decks, garages, siding, windows, rooﬁng specials. Sr. discounts, 35 years exp. 362-6343.

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ROOFING PREMIER ROOFING CONSTRUCTION Insurance specialist, free inspections, residential & commercial. 545-3277 anytime. RED RHINO ROOFING, based in Oak Ridge, NC. Storm damage specialist experienced with all types of roofing. BBB accredited A and listed with Angie’s List. Call 662-7980, or visit redrhinoroofing.com. 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. 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.

 MISC. SERVICES

 MISC. WANTED

 REAL ESTATE

FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, tillers & gas equipment. 689-4167.

CASH for riding lawn mowers needing repair or free removal if unwanted. Also free pick up of push mowers, tillers, etc. (336) 689-4167.

HOMES FOR SALE

MATH TUTORING AVAILABLE EOGs, EOCs, SAT, and ACT math. Current Guilford County high school math teacher. Call for details: (919) 932-0425.

LOOKING TO RENT garage/barn/storage space for supplies & parking trailers. (336) 282-3374.

 MISC. FOR SALE

$$$ – WILL PAY CASH up to $200 for your junk or wrecked vehicle. 552-0328.

Brand new BOWFLEX TREAD CLIMBER TC20, used 3 times, $3,000. (336) 501-4979.

 PET / ANIMAL SERVICES

ALL NATURAL GRASS-FED BEEF, by the quarter, eighth, or package. 816-3394. FIREWOOD FOR SALE, $75/pickup load, delivered & stacked. (336) 253-7615. BROYHILL 5-PIECE BEDROOM SUITE, solid wood, excellent quality & condition, king frame, includes mattress & box if needed, $2,800 OBO. (336) 587-5167.

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LOVELY SUMMERFIELD HOME in a culde-sac in the Summerwoods subdivision. Within walking distance of Summerfield Elementary and Summerfield Community Park. 3BR, 2.5BA, office, large garage, workshop/storage. $350,000. Call (336) 643-5600, cell 337-9173. CAROLINA MARINA, 214 Pelican Drive. Jet ski lift, boat slip, 40’ covered deck, park model, water front. $95,000. Ken, (336) 337-9268.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES VANGUARD REAL ESTATE OPTIONS, LLC. No-fee and low-fee listings. Mike Blackwelder, (336) 644-1476.

The Guilford County Animal Shelter has lots of adorable animals

 MISC. SERVICES NORTHWEST ART FRAMING Fine, affordable framing. “NWAF is my choice for framing” – Adele in Brown Summit. Steve Maloy, owner. Call for appt., (336) 644-1911. COMPETITIVE CHESS COACH available. Former NC Scholastic Chess Champion. Experience in training players ages 5-18. Call for details: (919) 932-0425. COMPUTER REPAIRS $99. Used computers, website design. Info at ITBASICS.COM – (336) 643-0068. Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons.

FARM FRESH EGGS, $2/dozen, Bettini Farm, 2830 Lee’s Chapel Road, Browns Summit (Bryan Park area). (336) 255-2386. YARD EQUIPMENT FOR SALE. Troy-Bilt XP yard tractor with 46” mowing deck; Stihl FS 56RC trimmer; 10 cu. ft. dump cart; 2 Scotts speaders. $1,300/all. Call (336) 349-2691, leave message. 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. SEASONED FIREWOOD, $80/half cord, delivered and stacked. Call 686-6373.

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searching for their forever home. Visit adoptshelterpets.org or call (336) 297-5020 for more into.

 REAL ESTATE HOMES FOR RENT STOKESDALE, 1BR, 1BA, cable & water included. $350/mo. (336) 383-7732. OAK RIDGE, 2BR, 2BA, all appliances, hardwoods, very private, includes professional landscaping. Oak Ridge School district. $800/mo., plus deposit. (336) 314-7010.

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CHIROPRACTIC CARE

HOME PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services ......7

Salama Chiropractic ..............................4

New Garden Landscape & Nursery .....20 NC Warn – Solarize Triad ......................5 Pest Management Systems....................5 ProStone, Inc. .....................................12 Southern States ..............................Insert

Bobbie Gardner, Keller Williams...........22

LEGAL SERVICES

BiRite Food Center ................................8

CHURCHES Central Baptist Church...........................6 Oak Ridge United Methodist Church ...25 Summerfield First Baptist Church.........23

Attorney Bill Barbour ...........................14

COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER / PUBLISHING CO.

Smith Marketing, Inc. ...........................2

RETAIL Arkansas Pondstockers ........................22 Carpet Super Mart..........................16-17 Cole Pottery.........................................12

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MEDICAL

Get:Outdoors ........................................3

LeBauer Health Care .............................3

Goodwill Industries ..............................19 Midtown Furniture & Mattress .............32

PET SERVICES

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M & M Tire Customer Appreciation .....21 Historic Marker Dedication ..................13 Gray Gables Spring Pig Fling .................9

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Piedmont Truck Tires, Inc. ..................15

Windsor Homes ................................... 11

A New Dawn Realty ............................22

North Carolina Baseball Academy .......18

KPS – Kelly’s Pet Services ....................22 Northwest Animal Hospital ..................22 Westergaard Kennels...........................22

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