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‘Operation Drive to Live’ State Highway Patrol kicks off annual campaign to increase teen driver safety by JONATHAN WILLIAMS NORTHWEST GUILFORD – On Monday, April 3, the State Highway Patrol kicked off its annual “Drive to Live” campaign on the campus of Northwest High School. The campaign’s mission is to reduce the number of teen-related traffic collisions and deaths across North Carolina using both active and educational components to ensure students comprehend the dangers of distracted

driving and to encourage them to make smart choices when behind the wheel.

comments with the students, faculty and parents who were in attendance.

Although the annual campaign traditionally kicks off in Raleigh, SHP Master Trooper Chris Knox, who was in charge of organizing the event, convinced his agency to have it hosted in the Triad this year. Knox gave the opening remarks and Capt. Chuck Slemenda of the SHP, Kimberly Fields, substance abuse counselor for Guilford County Schools, Quintin Trent, director of security and school safety for Guilford County Schools, and Bobby Bulla, program director for VIP for a VIP (Vehicle Injury Prevention for a Very Important Person) also shared

“We are dedicated to make sure our students stay safe,” Trent said. “We recognize students make decisions that go beyond academics. Students can make positive decisions when they say yes to making the right decisions.” The Operation Drive to Live campaign will be most visible at schools across the state throughout the week of April 3-7, when an increased number of troopers will be present in school zones to enforce all traffic laws from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. The campaign also entails traffic safety education programs in the classroom at high schools until the end of the school year. This week of increased presence and education falls on the advent of spring break, proms and, within the next several weeks, high school graduations. Last year the SHP investigated over 57,359 motor vehicle collisions with drivers and passengers between the ages of 15 to 19 years old. From those collisions, 10,774 injuries were reported and 118 resulted in one or more fatalities.

Master Trooper Chris Knox talks with Northwest High students about the “Operation Drive to Live” campaign.

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“My takeaway from the speakers was to always wear your seatbelt and inform my friends about the dangers of distracted driving,” freshman Christa Simaan said after the kickoff presentation on April 3. “Though I’m not at the point of driving yet, it’s important to keep thinking about the consequences of driving

decisions beforehand.” The consequences of distracted driving were personally felt during Bobby Bulla’s testimony. In 2015, Bulla lost his 18-year-old son, Chase Bulla, in a twovehicle crash. “I want to caution all teens in North Carolina. Slow down in that vehicle,” Bulla told the students. “Put your seat belts on. Tell your parents or guardians that you love them. Be smart and make the right choices; you’re not invincible.”

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Planning & Zoning Board chair resigns SUMMERFIELD – Longtime Summerfield Planning and Zoning Board member and chair, Nancy Hess, resigned her position on the board last week largely in response to a citizen’s Nancy Hess accusations that her occupation as a Realtor conflicted with her duty as a Zoning Board member to render unbiased opinions on develop-

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Three public hearings on April 6 meeting agenda OAK RIDGE – Oak Ridge Town Council will meet Thursday, April 6, 7 p.m. at Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road. The first of three public hearings on the agenda is for a text amendment to the town’s development ordinance which would amend the definition of “townhouse” and amend building separation requirements in the TC-R (Town Core-Residential) zoning district. The requested amendment relates to detached

townhomes which are being proposed in Village Woods, located about 700 feet off N.C. 68, about 1/3 mile from the intersection of N.C. 68 and 150. Six additional groups of three townhomes are being proposed for the 24.5-acre property, with each group having two townhomes connected and one detached townhome separated by 15 feet. A second public hearing will be held for a rezoning request for the above-

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mentioned Village Woods development. The property was rezoned from AG to RM (residential, multi-family) over 11 years ago but only three townhomes were built at that time and the town no longer offers RM zoning in the town core. The property owner would like to move forward with developing the property for 18 more townhomes, and is requesting the TC-R (Town CoreResidential) zoning which was added to the town’s development ordinance in 2016; the zoning allows townhomes within the town core on average lot sizes of 20,000 square feet as opposed

to the 40,000-square-feet minimum lot sizes required outside of the town core. The town’s Planning and Zoning Board reviewed the request on April 20 and voted unanimously to recommend approval.

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The third public hearing is for a rezoning request for 34.075 acres on Bethel Ridge Drive, from AG to CU (Conditional Use)-RS-40. Developer Kevan Combs hopes to develop the property for single-family homes. The town’s Planning and Zoning Board reviewed the request on April 20 and voted unanimously to recommend approval.

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The installation of three pedestrian crossing signals at the intersection of Oak Ridge Road (N.C. 150) and Linville Road, near Oak Ridge Elementary School, was completed April 1.

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GUILFORD COUNTY – Dr. Sharon L. Contreras, Guilford County Schools superintendent, presented her recommended budget to the Guilford County Board of Education at its regular meeting April 4. The proposed $706,919,732 budget for FY2017-2018 includes a request to the Board of County Commissioners for $196,582,847, which is an additional $8.2 million over the current year’s funding.

“This budget does not do everything weat knowlake we need to do, but it allows brandt us to put the limited resources we have where we need them the most,” Contreras said. “Now, I ask our elected officials at the county and state levels to do the same – invest in our schools and our students, because we cannot continue to do more with less.”

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Several weeks ago a sign went up along N.C. 68 in Oak Ridge which reads “We are for Northwest,” but I’m always driving 50 miles an hour when I pass it and can’t see the smaller print underneath those words.

Who put the sign there, and what does it mean?

The sign is located on a site that The Summit Church, which originated in Kernersville in 2000, now owns. The Summit Church started having services at Oak Ridge Elementary School in 2013 with about 100 people; between two services, over 500 people now meet there every Sunday, with the numbers continuing to grow. The church also rents administrative space in the Village Offices building located behind the Quality Mart on N.C. 68 in Oak Ridge. In January The Summit Church announced it had purchased a 14-acre tract that fronts N.C. 68 and plans to build a permanent campus there. According to the website on the sign you’ve seen at the site, the church wants to send the message that it is “… for the people of Northwest Guilford County. for all of the families, couples, singles, students and children. for all of the communities of Oak Ridge, Stokesdale, Summerfield, Belews Creek and Colfax. We are #ForNW.”

Questions, answers about Stokesdale’s water system The Town of Stokesdale has had a water system since July 2003, thanks to a $3 million grant from the state to deal with water contamination. As a result, Stokesdale is the only incorporated municipality in northwest Guilford County operating its own water system. The town purchases water from the City/County Utilities Commission in Winston-Salem. The waterline from Winston-Salem ends and the water system for Stokesdale begins at the Forsyth/Guilford county line on U.S. 158. Here are some things you may not know.

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dale is served by the water system? The town added 9,191 feet of waterline to its system in 2016, bringing the total to about 22 miles. There are 462 metered connections in four classifications: residential (385), commercial (60), industrial (3) and institutional (14). Using a formula from the state Division of Water Resources that multiplies the

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number of residential connections by 2.5 average persons per account, the population estimated to be served by the water system is 962; the town’s most recent estimated population is 5,526.

2. On average, how much

water does Stokesdale use daily, and how much does the tank at Stokesdale Elementary School hold?

The town uses an average of 107,000 gallons a day. Culp Home Fashions is the largest user, averaging between 20,000 and 25,000 gallons daily. During 2016, the largest average daily water usage was in August (146,000 gallons), September (135,000), November (114,000) and June, July and December (109,000 each). The tank can hold about 300,000 gallons, which is the maximum daily flow rate under the contract with Winston-Salem.

3. When does the contract with Winston-Salem end?

The contract runs until 2030 “or until modified as mutually agreed by both parties.” Mayor Randy Braswell of Stokesdale has met at least twice in the last 20 months – the last time being Dec. 1, 2016 – with the CCUC director about negotiating a reduced rate, increasing the daily limit and a “perpetual agreement.” Courtney Driver, the CCUC director, said negotiations are on hold while Winston-Salem conducts a cost-of-service study to help develop a plan for future rate increases to support operations. Driver said once that study is complete, the CCUC "can dive deeper into Stokesdale's account."

4. How much does

5. Is Stokesdale turning a

profit off the water system? If there is a profit in the water enterprise fund, can the money be used for other things the town needs? Stokesdale has yet to break even on its water system, but Braswell said he believes it could be in the black for the first time this year. Under state general statutes, utilities such as water systems are required to break even. There are additional expenses on top of the cost of the water, such as maintenance of the water system, water treatments and testing. Any profit by a utility can only be spent on the utility. The money can’t be transferred to the general fund.

6. What is tank cycling,

why is it done and how often is it done?

Tank cycling is a method of circulating the water in the tank to give customers the best water quality possible. Stokesdale does it weekly, on Mondays. After the tank is filled, the valve controlling the flow from Winston-Salem is closed. That leaves about 300,000 gallons in the tank, which maintains the water pressure. The water is gradually used over about a 36-hour period down to almost 100,000 gallons before the valve is reopened. The practice started last summer, Braswell said, and is recommended by the state Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).

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When presenting the budget to the school board, Contreras laid out ongoing challenges facing the district’s finances. Those include $120 million in budget cuts and the loss of 500 positions since the 2008-09 school year, and North Carolina’s national ranking of 41st in teacher pay and 50th in principal pay. “Despite our challenges, we have some of the most dedicated teachers and principals in this country, but we can’t take that for granted,” Contreras said. “When professionals feel overwhelmed and underappreciated, they become disillusioned. Disillusionment leads to change, and we are concerned that our most talented personnel may find other industries and locations to use their skills.” The requested $8.2 million increase in funding from the county would help cover anticipated salary and benefit increases from the state ($7.1 million) and an expected increase in charter school enrollment of more than 900 students ($3.8 million), Contreras noted. GCS is expected to grow by about 230 students in the next school year.

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“This is not my ideal budget, because we don’t have ideal resources,” Contreras said. “However, my priority is keeping positions and services in our schools, and preserving what I believe

are some of the finest arts, music and PE programs in the country.” The superintendent’s recommended budget also requests $10 million for the capital outlay fund to maintain the district’s schools and other facilities. “We are not asking for what we want, we are asking for what we need,” Contreras said. “I’m doing my part and making the tough decisions for our students, but as the 47th largest district in the country, we do require significant resources.” The $637,261,919 recommended operating budget for next fiscal year includes $390,043,697 (62.1 percent) for salaries and $136,797,132 (21.5 percent) for employee benefits; $59,193,533 for purchased services; $31,612,940 for supplies and materials; $1,023,633 for equipment; and $18,590,984 for transfers to charter schools. To view the full budget recommendation, visit www.gcsnc.com and select “Superintendent’s recommended budget emphasizes priorities” on left-hand side of homepage. The Guilford County Board of Education will work through the superintendent’s recommended budget before voting on whether to approve it on May 9; the recommended budget will be submitted to the county commissioners by May 15.

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Stokesdale residents Kathy and Wayne Frazier shared this picture of their snuggling Cavalier King Charles spaniels, Wilson and Buddy. We’d say they look pretty darned content!

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Cecile and Brad Stringﬁeld of Summerﬁeld shared these photos of their two dogs, Lucy, a three-year-old Maltese (left), and Amos, a one-year-old German shorthaired pointer, enjoying relaxing moments.

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Who let the dogs out? The dogs are definitely out this month as local groups host events and fundraisers in support of our canine companions. If you’re interested in having some fun with your pups, check out these upcoming events in our area.

Golden Egg Hunt Rescue group’s annual fundraiser features egg hunts, photos, food and more Triad Golden Retriever Rescue, a non-profit volunteer organization, will host its second annual Golden Egg Hunt at Oak Ridge Town Park on Sunday, April 9, 2-4 p.m. Geared for both fun and fundraising, the event features egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny, food trucks and more. TGRR volunteer Rachel Baldwin said egg hunts are scheduled for both children and dogs. “We’ve got separate areas this time,” said Baldwin. “The kids have the opportunity to win prizes and the dogs’ eggs have dog treats.” Porterhouse Burgers will set up at 1 p.m. to serve those who come early and hungry, and Kona Ice will be on-site a little later. A highlight of the event is the opportunity to have photos taken with the Easter Bunny.

Stokesdale photographer Denise Carter, owner of The Printed Heart, is donating her time to create professional photos; three different photo packages are available and start at $25. Money raised from photo sales goes to assist the rescue group with paying for animals’ medical expenses. “Our biggest expense involves medical issues, especially with the number of older dogs we’ve taken in this year,” Baldwin said. Although the event is sponsored by TGRR, Baldwin stresses that all breeds of dogs are welcome. “We want it to be all inclusive and more of a community event,” she said. “We’re open to all breeds, as long as the dogs are friendly and leashed. You don’t even have to have a dog to come!”

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, TGRR is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, humane treatment and placement of homeless golden retrievers and to educating the public about the breed.

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Paws and Pints Fundraiser beneﬁts retired police canines A little farther down the road, on Saturday, April 22, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dog-Gone Fun will host Paws and Pints for a Cause at its facility located at 203 Berry Garden Road in Kernersville. Now in its third year, Paws and Pints was created as a fundraiser for the Retired Kernersville Police Dog Fund and as an opportunity for dog lovers and their dogs to enjoy an afternoon of fun and help a worthy cause. This year’s event features various demonstrations, including Agility Show and Go, Nose Work and Disc Dog. Kernersville Police K9 handlers and their dog partners will be showing their skills as well. Various vendors will be on hand to sell their wares and there will be a 50/50 raffle and a live auction beginning at 2:30 p.m.

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Canine Capers – a celebration of dogs On Saturday, April 29, dogs and their humans head back to Oak Ridge Town Park for the fifth annual Canine Capers, a celebration of our furry four-legged friends and an opportunity to raise funds for the continued development of the Oak Ridge Bark Park. Since its conception, Canine Capers has raised money for benches, water sources and agility equipment in the Bark Park. “Our goal is to make the Bark Park a place where dog owners can enjoy spending time with their dogs and just have a great time,” said Terry Lannon, director of Oak Ridge Parks and Recreation. A popular event for dog lovers, Canine Capers features a dog show, con-

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can students in Summerfield. Summerfield Colored School opened in 1934 with five teachers and 190 students. One of the five teachers was Duella M. Laughlin, who taught grades five, six and seven. She later served as the school’s principal from 1936 to 1950, and the school was renamed Laughlin School in her honor a few years after her retirement. Unfortunately, on Jan. 5, 1942, around 8 p.m., the school was destroyed by a fire likely caused by faulty wiring. After being rebuilt, Laughlin underwent changes in the ensuing years with regard to grade offerings as other schools were built in the area. In 1970 Laughlin became a K-2 school paired with Summerfield Elementary School; in 1987 the second grade was moved to Summerfield Elementary. Laughlin remained a K-1 school until it closed in 2011.

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A historic marker dedication ceremony will take place at Laughlin Professional Development Center, formerly Laughlin School, on Friday, April 7, at 3:30 p.m.

wood for the stoves and female students carried the wood to the front porch. The school house was located on what is now the parking lot for Summerfield Town Hall, on the corner of Summerfield Road and Oak Ridge Road, near

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NORTHWEST GUILFORD Brandon Dauler, tennis by MARC PRUITT This could be another banner season of tennis for sophomore Brandon Dauler, who has won eight of his first 11 matches playing No. 1 singles and won four of his first five doubles matches with Rohit Ramkumar. Dauler is following up on a successful freshman season, when he won the singles championship in the Piedmont-Triad 4-A

Conference tournament after beating Steve Michael of Southwest Guilford. Even more impressive: Dauler played at No. 5 singles for most of the season before rolling through the conference tournament. “I was really trying to just fit in last season,” Dauler said. “Once I got comfortable, I had a really good year. I played some at No. 4 singles because of an injury to one of my teammates and when the conference tournament rolled around, I beat three seniors to win it.” Even though Dauler lost in the first round of the Midwest 4-A Regional to Davie County’s Elijah Gregory, he still considered his freshman season a success. “(Gregory) made it all the way to the regional championship and was a really good player,” Dauler said. “But winning the

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NORTHERN GUILFORD Mason Krusch, band by JONATHAN WILLIAMS Through music, we celebrate life’s greatest triumphs, mourn its losses and experience a wide range of emotions in between. Northern senior Mason Krusch knows this all too well. Since picking up the trumpet in sixth grade, Krusch has immersed himself in the musical community both inside and

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outside the Greensboro area. “With almost no forethought I picked up the trumpet, and ironically, I hated the first few years,” Krusch said. “It wasn’t until my grandfather gave me a video of professional brass players that I thought, ‘Hey, this is something I really want to do.’” Besides being a member of Northern’s band, Krusch has played in the Greensboro Youth Symphony Orchestra, the Carolina Band Festival and the Brevard Music Institute, among many others. “Mason is the most driven musical student I have taught,” band director Michael Courey said. “His innate musicianship is of high caliber and he is an outstanding trumpet player. He has already had multiple major music school auditions and hopes to propel his dream of being a professional trumpet player to fruition.” In his time as a musician, Krusch has developed a deep curiosity about the interdisciplinary study of music history, culture and language which has impacted musicians and audiences alike. “We stand on the verge of a musical explosion with vibrant and new techniques,” Krusch said. “Right now there’s a resurgence of classical music, but also finding new ways of collaboration with new ideas and arts. We stand between preserving tradition and pioneering new pathways in music. The question I’m asking myself is, ‘How can I contribute?’” While pondering his future contributions, Krusch has spent the past few months completing applications, practicing for auditions and traveling to potential schools to demonstrate his prowess on the trumpet. Regardless of which college he chooses to attend, come next August, Krusch will no doubt be reconciling the convergence of musical periods, the underlying grammar of music proposed by composer Leonard Bernstein or simply discussing the beauty of music with his fellow students.

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NWHS principal receives SIPA’s administrator of the year award Northwest High School principal Ralph Kitley received the 2017 Dr. Kay Phillips Administrator of the Year Award at the Southern Interscholastic Press Association Ralph Kitley (SIPA) convention for student journalism held March 4 at the University of South Carolina.

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“Kitley, who was hired as principal at Northwest Guilford in 2009, received the award for supporting students and advisers in their professional growth, as well as defending scholastic journalists’

“(The award doesn’t recognize) what I do directly,” Kitley told the Northwest Horizons. “It’s more (about) recognition for supporting and allowing (the staff) to do what they do.”

Kitley was nominated for the award by Melanie Huynh-Duc, adviser for the school’s student newspaper, Northwest Horizons. “He is the first line of defense when angry phone calls come in from parents, and he has always expressed his support of the students to any critics,” Huynh-Duc said.

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When I was growing up, there were two things in our house that were extremely important in feeding our large family. Though numerous other edible crops were raised, Irish potatoes, and also the delectable sweet variety, were definitely a staple item at our dinner table. Sweet potatoes were planted in the summertime and harvested in the fall when autumn leaves were brilliant and temperatures were still somewhat warm. But the Irish variety was usually interred in March with days still disagreeably chilly and morning fields often white with frost. With systematic planning, seeding, cultivating and scrutiny of the moon changes, those tubers would be just right for mid-summer digging.

Full of weather predictions, planting info and astronomical signs, the almanac’s free companion piece was a large calendar with bold print on thin ecru paper, which could be had for the asking at neighborhood feed stores, town merchants and the local drugstore. Holiday numerals were marked in bold crimson ink (Mama called them “redletter days”), and underneath each, symbols for moon phases, zodiac signs and even tips for when fishing was good. Emblazoned on both the almanac and calendar were ads featuring personal products for women such as “Lydia Pinkham’s Compound” and “Cardui.” There were also testimonials praising “Carter’s Little Liver Pills” and “Black

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Draught” – surefire remedies for easing bothersome irregularity! In the month of March, Mama would carefully consult the almanac. Special attention was given to precise lunar signs in the heavens declared perfect for planting Irish potatoes; that usually was after the full moon, during its waning period. A family affair, everyone pitched in when seed “taters” needed to be interred in the ground. How well I remember those raw March winds as I came home from school and, along with my siblings, helped to cut with a sharp knife those cold seed potatoes into pieces. Our hands would literally freeze! There was much of the previous season’s bounty to use for the new year’s planting. It was imperative that each carved-away section contain at least two “eyes,” or buds. Those remaining center portions of each potato were saved for later use and made into hot, nutritious soup, or fried to perfection in the big black family skillet. As I recall, in those postDepression days nothing was ever wasted! Fall plowing would have already prepared farm acreage for seasonal planting. Now in the third month, that soft ground had to be harrowed, then dried manure from the cow and mule stalls worked in thoroughly. The cut pieces of potato were left to sit overnight. This caused a protective shield to form, which would prevent rotting prior to root growth.

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Next day was the serious business of dropping the cut portions into carefully spaced furrows made by a brother, a plow and our trusty old mule. It was imperative that each potato piece landed with the “eyes” pointing upward. Working in the frigid air was unpleasant and those heavy metal buckets of potato portions got mighty heavy on our arms. Truth was, we children would much rather have been out on the hill flying our homemade kites. But in those times, rural life taught us that farm duties had to be shared by all without complaint! With family cooperation, some siblings dropped potatoes while others wielded hoes and covered them with richly fertilized soil. This sometimes caused a momentary quarrel or two (grumblings about who should do what!), but intervention by a wise, no-nonsense mother subdued any thought of mutiny! In those early childhood days, we

did not “sass” our elders or think twice about obeying parents. We felt grateful to put our feet under our mother’s table at mealtimes. How fortunate we were, in difficult times, to reap such benefits of those home-grown “vittles” produced through toiling side by side – and in the meantime having instilled in ourselves a lasting work ethic. As spring neared, already evident in

greening woods of our familiar land, the Farmer’s Almanac remained Mama’s constant companion. Any small potato sprouts sticking their heads out in the wake of dipping temps were daily covered with earth till the danger of freezing was over. And those “taters” grew, prolifically multiplying underground, and were equally as important for survival as our daily bread!

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casserole dish. Dot potatoes with more butter and sprinkle with paprika.

Add milk and a little butter (ours was the Jersey cow kind!). Stir well. Mixture should be stiff, not runny. Pour into a good-sized, oiled metal pan or

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projects. In North Carolina, the grants will help fund projects including a nursery, large animal education facility and land lab surveillance project. During National FFA Week in February, North Carolina Tractor Supply customers donated $31,029 to local FFA student projects through a 10-day in-store event in all North Carolina stores. “The Grants for Growing applications

we received this year proved that FFA advisors across the country are tuned in to the specific needs of their school or community FFA chapter,” said Lisa White, director of store marketing at Tractor Supply Company. “We can’t wait to see what creative projects and fresh ideas FFA chapters will imagine for next year’s program.”

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Student recognized for conservation garden NORTHERN GUILFORD HIGH – Savannah Albright, a senior at Northern Guilford High School, recently received a certificate of excellence from the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards in recognition for the conservation garden she planted for monarch butterflies at the Greensboro Science Center.

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Child Abuse Prevention Month Since 1983, April has been designated as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Various groups in Guilford County – where there are now 520 children in foster care largely due to caregiver substance abuse, neglect, mental health issues and domestic violence – are partnering to raise awareness of and highlight the importance of preventing child abuse. Family Service of the Piedmont, Guilford County’s Health and Human Services department, UNCG Healthy

Collier laughs when he recalls thinking that starting a business would keep him busy part-time so he could take up fishing again.

Relationships Initiatives, and the Kellin Foundation are coordinating Pinwheels in the Park: Planting a Community Garden for Children, which will take place April 22 at Lebauer Park, 208 N. Davie Street in downtown Greensboro from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Participants can purchase pinwheels which will be displayed throughout April at various locations in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month; the event will also include face painting and other fun

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where all children are celebrated and where abuse and neglect never occurs.” Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina, the only statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect, encourages communities to take simple actions that can improve the lives of children and families such as organizing neighborhood activities or offering to babysit for neighbors.

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Worship ministry releases new EP Daystar Worship, the worship ministry of Daystar Church in Greensboro, recently released their new EP, Light Will Find, on DREAM Worship. The foursong worship album was produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Glenn Tabor at Gat 3 Studios. “Daystar Worship has done it again.

This EP is outstanding,” Dr. Allen Holmes, Daystar Church’s lead pastor, said. “Light Will Find” follows the release of the worship ministry’s three previous musical projets, “White Christmas,” “Changed Forever” and “King of Glory.” Check out the EP’s featured song, “Light Has Found,” on YouTube.

Motorists urged to be cautious in road construction work zones April 3-7 is National Work Zone Awareness Week, and across the country, various agencies are working together to promote safe driving habits in work zones with an emphasis on reminding drivers that work zone safety awareness starts with those behind the wheel. According to the American Automobile Association, most people injured or killed in work zone crashes – approximately four out of every five – are drivers or passengers. In 2016, 26 people (24 travelers and two workers) died in North Carolina work zones. Across North Carolina, there were 5,831 work zone crashes in 2016. Speeding and distracted driving accounted for more than 50 percent of

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 Flag Disposal | Marine Corps League Triad Detachment 1314 will collect old flags that need to be retired properly on April 8 at Subway in Oak Ridge Commons, 2205 Oak Ridge Road, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. More info: (336) 389-2136.

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 Easter Egg Hunt | An Easter egg hunt will be held at Countryside Village, 7700 U.S. 158, Stokesdale, April 8, 2 to 4 p.m. Refreshments and prizes. More info: (336) 643-6301.

 Gears and Steers | Summerfield Bike Shop, 1015 N.C. 150 West, Summerfield, will host the Gears and Steers Ride for Hospice bike ride in memory of Mike Carr on April 9 at 10 a.m. $35 registration fee until April 8; $45 afterward. Choose a bike route of 25, 35 or 54 miles. All proceeds benefit Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro. More info: www.rideforhospicenc.com.

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TUESDAY, APRIL 11  Summerfield Town Council | The town council will meet April 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Summerfield Community Center, 5404 Centerfield Road. For a meeting agenda or more info: www.summerfieldgov.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 13  Merchants of Oak Ridge | MOR, an organization of business and non-profit professionals, will meet April 13 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road, Oak Ridge. More info: www.merchantsofoakridge.com.

 Senior Program and Lunch | Senior Resources of Guilford will host a free program and luncheon for seniors over 60 April 13 at 10 a.m. at Stokesdale UM Church, 8305 Loyola Drive, Stokesdale. RSVP to Amanda at (336) 373-4816, ext. 265.

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Bill would help right wrongs of gerrymandering In February, four state representatives, including Greensboro’s John Hardister, introduced HB 200, which seeks to establish a non-partisan redistricting process. Anyone paying attention these days knows that gerrymandering has greatly harmed our state and created a negative system resulting in unhappy and disaffected constituents. This bill makes a valiant start at rectifying the situation but has been sent to the Rules Committee (Com-

mittee on Rules, Calendar and Operations of the House), which apparently means the bill is as good as dead. I am calling on John Blust from Guilford County, who serves on that committee, to move this bill along. Again, this bill is an important first step toward righting the wrongs that have been done in North Carolina. Lynne Allen, OAK RIDGE

Less, not more, partisanship is needed

Town should conduct PD survey If 1,000 Summerfield citizens have signed a petition wanting to stop the Planned Development zoning as is, it stands to reason there are many citizens who would agree with this. Has the town sent a survey out to everyone who resides in Summerfield letting them know what the PD is and asking if they want it next to their property or in their town? A private citizen has volunteered to pay for a survey, so it wouldn’t

Spring is in the air, flowers are in bloom and the sounds of birds chirping in the trees and children’s laughter in the streets are surrounding us. Ice cream trucks will soon visit your neighborhoods at 6:30 p.m. sharp after you’ve spent the evening on your back deck grilling hamburgers and hotdogs. The smell of freshly cut grass fills the air, and you look to the sky to enjoy the beautiful sunset. In this moment of tranquility you take a deep breath and thank your creator for all of life’s blessings, no matter how big or small. Now take a moment to picture this: someone somewhere has just become a victim of domestic abuse.

affiliation with a geographic area with the “right” political makeup and presto, no election is necessary! Only one candidate will run, because the outcome is predetermined. Democracy, though, will be denied.

As you swallow hard, your body freezes and you feel things around you are moving in slow motion. Unfortunately, as challenging as it may seem to transition to this scene, it is real.

John Blust, who represents northwest Guilford County in the North Carolina General Assembly, would like to inject more partisanship into our elections. He recently voted to include political party labels for judicial candidates, which is now law. While I understand voters’ need for information about judicial candidates, I think this bill is shortsighted.

A bill has already been introduced which would do just that in Mecklenburg County, by splitting one judicial district into three. Other urban centers will probably see similar legislation.

A woman is assaulted and beaten in the United States every nine seconds. Sadly, domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women.

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I’m for businesses making a profit, but we can have an opinion if they disrupt our way of life doing it. We can have an opinion if it increases our town taxes, endangers our children with more traffic, changes the dynamics of our schools negatively, has the potential of disturbing our well water, or even the potential of an increase in crime due to a jump in population. Cheri Pikett, SUMMERFIELD

Domestic abuse is real

Town officials of Summerfield, Oak Ridge and Stokesdale are elected in nonpartisan elections, which are used in most municipalities across our state. This works for us.

Fair elections will be in jeopardy if gerrymandered districts can predetermine election outcomes for judges. John Blust should be concerned about maintaining the integrity of judicial elections and preserving our democracy, rather than extending his party’s power.

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Up to 10 million children every year witness some form of domestic violence. I reach out to you through this letter because my passion for this subject is immense. Domestic violence is alive. Sadly, one in every three women in your life and mine has been beaten or abused in their lifetime. One simply cannot fathom the fear, betrayal and distrust that are

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endured in such a horrific situation. Every woman who has been in an abusive relationship is fortunate to have come out of her ordeal alive. Those who in the past would not speak about domestic violence are now coming forward with their stories of triumph and hope, which serves as a wonderful opportunity for others to become more educated and remove the barriers that once prevented this subject from being mentioned. As a community, we must bond together to close this horrendous gap. Knowledge serves as power, and with education and raised awareness, we can all make a difference. It is critical for everyone to recognize the warning signs of domestic violence. Does someone you know isolate themselves from family or friends? Has someone you know been controlled or threatened? Has someone you know portrayed that abuse as “no big deal” or denied it was happening? Have you noticed bruising on someone that appears with a frequent pattern? Domestic violence does not care what your race, age or religion is. If you or someone you know feels uncomfortable or experiences fear in a relationship, this is the first red flag and should not be ignored. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of courage.

Your voice could be the one to differentiate between life and death of someone you know, or even yourself. For more information or to receive assistance, you simply have to take one small step: pick up the phone and make the most important call you have ever made, which will serve as a life-saving measure for yourself or someone else.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline is (800) 799-7233. Please know you are not alone and you no longer have to live in continuous dismay. Life is a precious gift and one we should never take for granted. Don’t allow others to take that for granted either. Michelle Parker Friddle, OAK RIDGE

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“Our town is responsible for the upkeep of the Old Union Graveyard,” McClellan said. “Terry Lannon (Parks and Recreation director) was out there earlier this week meeting with a Boy Scout who wants to do an Eagle project at the graveyard. Also, Terry will be out there in the coming weeks to do some mowing. Of course, we need to keep in mind that we are in the growing season and the mowing schedules at Old Union Graveyard are not as frequent as the mowing schedules for the park.”

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GRINS to...  Bel-Aire Vet for your compassion and professionalism. Dr. Packard and her staff made it just a little easier when we had to say goodbye to our dog, Hunter. We felt like they loved her, too!

 Northwest Middle School for a wellorganized and executed field trip to Charleston.

 The idea of a Hindu temple in Oak Ridge. Very exciting!  Officer Brian Henderson (GCSD) for helping my stepdaughter and me the morning of April 3 on Pleasant Ridge Road after I’d driven out to assist her with a flat tire. Needless to say, not one other person stopped to help.

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DRUGS/DWI March 25 | A known offender was given free transportation from Pick N Go on N.C. 68 in Stokesdale to Greensboro Jail Central at 11:17 a.m. A blood draw revealed the man was impaired from narcotics, and he was subsequently charged with driving while license revoked, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. April 2 | A known suspect was given free transportation to Greensboro Jail Central after being stopped for DWI on Pleasant Ridge Road in Greensboro at 4:45 a.m. A chemical breath test revealed he had a blood alcohol content of 0.13. April 2 | A known suspect was cited for misdemeanor possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia around 7:45 p.m. on Lake Brandt Road in Summerfield.

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...continued from p. 25 is prohibited anywhere on park property, yet there are literally thousands of cigarette butts everywhere – particularly around ballfields. Cigarette butts take up to 10 years to decompose – it’s litter!  The local fish wrap, a.k.a. News & Record, for devoting almost a full front page last week to a survey about Beyoncé. Must have been a slow day in the newsroom!  People who don’t clean up after their dogs in our town parks. Bags and dis-

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known suspect grabbed her around the neck and stole her wallet and various types of shoes, with a combined value of $191. The incident occurred in the 7400 block of U.S. 158 in Stokesdale.

THEFT March 29 | A Summerfield resident and known offender shoplifted $8.15 of merchandise from the Food Lion on U.S. 220 in Summerfield around 3:45 p.m. March 30 | Dollar General on U.S. 220 in Summerfield reported that around 11:15 a.m. a Summerfield resident and known offender stole a bag of shrimp valued at $6.58. He was arrested at his home and taken to Greensboro Jail Central where he was charged with misdemeanor larceny.

District 1 Sheriff’s Office 7506 Summerfield Road Main number: (336) 641-2300 Report non-emergency crime-related incidents by calling: (336) 373-2222 • 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., M-F www.guilfordcountysheriff.com

posal cans are provided free of charge – if you don’t know how to use them, the directions are on the bag! Stop being lazy and inconsiderate!  Bank of Oak Ridge for misinforming customers about plans to resolve the issue of dispensing $100 bills. There is no teller to ask for smaller bills after hours, thus we get the larger bills dispensed. Many companies don’t accept them!  NCDOT for allowing extension after extension for the completion of U.S. 220 from Horse Pen Creek to N.C. 68. I never see anyone working – they’re not even trying to finish it! I hope us taxpayers aren’t picking up the slack.

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE EMPLOYMENT Affordable local IN-HOME CHILDCARE. Loving mom. Please call (336) 312-3042.

EMPLOYMENT RECEPTIONIST (full time) – King’s Crossing Animal Hospital. We are a full-service small animal hospital looking for an experienced veterinary receptionist to join our team. Apply in person at 7607 NC Hwy. 68N, Oak Ridge, NC 27310, or fax resume to (336) 643-9570.

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INDEX Childcare Available ..................... 27 Employment ............................... 27 Legal Notice ............................... 27 Home Care ................................ 27 Save the Date ............................ 27 Yard Sales .................................. 27 Home Services ....................... 28-30 Misc. Services.............................. 30 Misc. for Sale ............................. 30 Misc. Wanted ............................. 30 Pets & Animal Services ................ 30 Real Estate ............................ 30-31

Small, Summerfield horse farm NEEDS BARN HELP on Sunday/Monday, approx. 2.5 hours each day. Must be experienced handling horses, calm, reliable, strong. (336) 337-6894. CNA NEEDED, $12/hour, paid daily or weekly, 3-10 hours/week. Must be dependable; references required. Leave message, (336) 763-2171.

Hiring? Tell our 25,000+ readers about your opportunities! To place your ad, visit www.nwobserver.com and click on Place a Classified. Growing church in NW Rockingham County seeks DYNAMIC P/T MUSIC DIRECTOR to lead choir for Sunday worship service. Job description available online at http:// kallamgrovechurch.org/music-director. Please submit resume to personnel@ kallamgrovechurch.org or Kallam Grove Christian Church, 1390 Gold Hill Road, Madison, NC 27025. MEDICAL FRONT OFFICE – Saturdays Oak Ridge Physical Therapy is seeking a part-time person to work Saturday mornings – reception, patient scheduling, co-pay collection & phone calling. Candidate must have: excellent customer service and computer skills, medical experience preferred. Hours: Saturdays 8am-noon. Background criminal, drug & financial check will be done. Mail resume to: PO Box 875, Oak Ridge, NC 27310.

NEED CARPENTRY CREW for home renovations (decks, porches). Excellent pay. Call (336) 643-0531. PERSONAL LINES CSR Stokesdale insurance firm looking for a property/casualty licensed customer service rep. with experience. Respond to ajb@ blackburnins.net. Teach others how to LOOK GOOD AND FEEL GOOD! PT/FT, company car, training provided. Call Cindy, (336) 813-2697.

HOME CARE EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER AVAILABLE for homebound adults & seniors late afternoon/evening. Exc. ref. (336) 552-3917. RELIABLE HOME CARE SERVICES Bringing Families Together. (336) 510-9393.

SAVE THE DATE EASTER EGG HUNT, Sunday, April 9, 2pm for ages 4 and under, 3pm for ages 5 to 12, Golden Antiques & Treasures, 341 Ram Loop, Stokesdale. Bring your Easter basket! SPRING FLING – A CRAFT THING! Saturday, April 29, 9am-4pm, Spring Arbor, 5125 Michaux Road, Greensboro. Face painting, music, vendors, food trucks, pony rides and more! For more info, contact Mary at mandmjordahl@aol.com.

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LEGAL NOTICE VIRGINIA: In the circuit court of the City of Lynchburg; John Charles McCaughtry, plaintiff, file #CL16000474-00, v. Rebecca Malloy Stith McCaughtry, defendant. The subject of this suit is for the plaintiff to divorce the defendant on the grounds that the parties have been living separate and apart for more than twelve months, the defendant’s whereabouts being unknown. It is therefore ordered that Rebecca Malloy Stith McCaughtry appear on or before April 26 at the Lynchburg Circuit Court and protect her interests. Requested by Debora Cress Embrey, Attorney at Law, 147 Mill Ridge Road, Lynchburg, Virginia, 24502. VSB #025299; Telephone (434) 528-3996.

SAVE THE DATE ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT, Saturday, April 8, from 10:30am-12n, Gideon Grove UMC, 2865 Gideon Grove Church Road, Stokesdale. Following the hunt, stay for crafts, egg dyeing, games & snacks. Contact Laura, (336) 749-6126, for more information. Rain or shine!

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YARD SALES ESTATE SALE, Friday, April 7, 8am-2pm, & Saturday, April 8, 8am-2pm, 8043 Witty Rd, Summerfield. Furniture, household goods, tools, lots of vintage/antique stuff. (336) 324-7457. MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Saturday & Sunday, April 8 & 9, 8am-5pm, 7897 Elizabeth Drive, Oak Ridge. Lots of tools! YARD SALE, Saturday, April 8, 8am-1pm, 2700 Colton Drive (Stonehenge), Oak Ridge. Misc household items. COMMUNITY YARD SALE, Sat., April 8, 7am, Golden Antiques & Treasures. Vendor spaces available for $10: bring you own table. To register, stop by the store, 341 Ram Loop, Stokesdale, or call (336) 949-4958. YARD SALE COMING UP? Place your classified ad online at www.nwobserver.com.

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CLEANING

ENVIRONMENTAL

WINDOW GENIE WINDOW CLEANING 3M Window Film – save on your energy bills and enjoy the view. Fully ins., free est. Greensboro.windowgenie.com, (336) 268-8586.

MOSQUITO PROBLEMS? Call Steve Brock, (336) 652-2300, or MosquitoJoe.com.

MOWER REPAIR. Any type mower, weld and repair mower decks. Free pickup and delivery. Call or text Morris, (336) 880-7498.

ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call (336) 382-9875.

MAID 2 GLIMMER. Amazon approved. (336) 441-8388 or visit Maid2Glimmer.com.

It’s A CARPET thing! Repairs, restretch, replace. (336) 643-6500.

STEPHANIE’S CLEANING SERVICE 10 years experience. (336) 423-9786.

MONTERO’S HARDWOOD FLOORING Installation of hardwood, laminate & tile; hardwood sanding & finishing. Commercial & residential. Insured, 17 years experience. Free estimates & excellent references. Visit Monteros-hardwood-flooring.com, or call (336) 215-8842.

CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOW CLEANING, gutter cleaning, pressure washing. Fully ins. windowcleaningnc.com. (336) 595-2873. MAID-2-SHINE. Excellent service, 15 years exp. Free estimates., excellent references. (336) 338-0223. HOME CLEANING. Afford. rates, ref. avail., 10 years exp. Elizabeth, (336) 453-8592. MAIDS OF HONOR, INC. $25 off! Triad’s oldest! 40 years in service. Bonded staff. English speaking. (336) 708-2407. 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. ANA’S HOUSECLEANING. Good references, free est., 25 years exp. (336) 309-0747. CARPET CLEANING. We clean the dirt out of your carpet, not the money out of your pockets! Call David, Cleaning Solutions, (336) 989-4318, thecleaning.solutions or find us on FB at Cleaning Solutions Carpet Cleaning.

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ELECTRICAL BALEX ELECTRICAL COMPANY, LLC Residential, commercial & solar electrical services. (336) 298-4192.

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GENERAL REPAIR & SERVICES

Decks | Sun & Screened Porches Roofing | Windows | Gutters REPAIRS | RENOVATIONS

(336) 643-0531 haleyhahn.com Licensed & insured

L & T SMALL ENGINE SERVICE LLP “We get you mowing!” Free pickup and delivery. 2103 Oak Ridge Road, Oak Ridge. (336) 298-4314. APPLIANCE REPAIR – Call Mr. Appliance. A step above the rest! (336) 609-5707. GENERAL HOME REPAIR, bathroom repair, small/odd jobs. (336) 644-8710, 708-0522. 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. JLB REMODELING, INC. Home repair, maintenance & handyman service. Licensed & insured. Competitive rates. (336) 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com.

GREENERTIMES SMALL ENGINE Sales & Service Center. All types sold and repaired; comm/res. 9428 NC Hwy. 65, Stokesdale. (336) 548-9286 or (336) 312-3844.

OLD SCHOOL HOME REPAIR/ IMPROVEMENT

“No Job Too Small”

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(336) 669-7252

Accredited A+ Rating, oldschoolsjhr@triad.rr.com BBB of Central NC Home Repairs & Improvements • Painting Wood Rot Repairs • Bathroom Remodeling Decks and much more! • Insured

GRADING / HAULING ANTHONY’S GRADING & HAULING Excavating, land clearing, demolition, dirt available. Zane Anthony, (336) 362-4035. PEARMAN QUARRY HAULING Fill dirt, gravel, sand rock, mulch & more. Joel Richardson, (336) 803-2195. GAULDIN TRUCKING, grading & hauling, bobcat work, lot clearing, driveways, fill dirt, gravel, etc. (336) 362-1150. E&W HAULING & GRADING INC. Driveways, fill dirt, topsoil, lot clearing, bobcat work, excavating, mulch, etc. (336) 451-1282. BRAD’S BOBCAT & HAULING SVCS. LLC Debris removal, grading, gravel/dirt, driveways, concrete work. (336) 362-3647.

LAWN CARE / LANDSCAPING TLW LAWN CARE. 30 years experience. (336) 689-2200. WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete lawn care & landscaping. NC lic. irrigation contractor. 20 years exp. Hardscaping, fertilization & weed control. (336) 399-7764.

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AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt avail. (336) 602-5820. 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. (336) 643-1119. BRAD’S BOBCAT. Mulch, landscaping, pine needles and straw. (336) 362-3647. SEYMOUR LAWNCARE. Serving NW Guilford and Madison. Simon, (336) 314-1068. STEVE’S LAWN CARE Lawn mowing, weekly or bi-weekly, no contracts, reasonable rates. Call Steve, (336) 264-9082. COLFAX LAWNCARE Complete lawn care maintenance. Spring fertilizing, mowing, trimming, pine needles. Res./comm., HOA & annual agreements. Fully insured. Serving the Triad for 28 years. (336) 362-5860. FAY’S LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING Spring lawn care & general yard clean up. Pine needles and mulch. Reasonable and honest. Call Taylor, (336) 464-5215. ARBOR MASTERS TREE SERVICE Total tree removal, storm damage cleanup, shrub and tree pruning. Bobcat work and more. Free estimates. Licensed & insured. Call Joe at (336) 643-9157. A-LIST LAWN CARE Professional lawn services at affordable prices. Licensed/insured. (336) 609-7013. STOKESDALE LAWN SERVICE Reasonable rates, lawns cut, weedeating. Free est. (336) 338-5865. CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICE Complete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, (336) 6439332, carolinaStumpAndTreeServices.com. TRACTOR FOR HIRE – Bush hogging, grading, brush/tree removal. (336) 207-6632.

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lawn service for 7+ years. (336) 681-0097.

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MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone, concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com.

MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS

GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maint. (336) 655-6490.

SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes. How about a new patio or fire pit? We can help with all of your outdoor living and en-

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CINDY’S PAINTING – Interior painting, wallpaper removal. References & free estimates available. (336) 708-9155.

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PAINTING – INTERIOR & EXTERIOR 32 yrs. exp. Sheetrock repair. No job too small. Insured. Brad Rogers, (336) 314-3186.

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AQUA SYSTEMS IRRIGATION. Quality irrigation systems. NC licensed contractor. We service all systems. Free estimates. (336) 644-1174.

BEK Paint Co. David & Judy Long, owners

CUTTING EDGE LAWNCARE. Affordable.

ORTIZ LANDSCAPING, complete lawn care. Trimming, cleaning, planting & mulch, gutter cleaning, patios & pavers, waterfalls, retaining walls, sidewalks, stonework. Residential and commercial. (336) 280-8981.

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PLUMBING 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. BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLAR No job too small! Experienced, guaranteed. Lic. & insured. Call Mark, (336) 337-7924.

PRESSURE WASHING

GRILLS, FIRE PITS, tankless water heaters. General home repairs. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183.

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WINDOW GENIE PRESSURE WASHING Soft house washing. Window film, window cleaning, gutters. Fully ins., free est., Greensboro.windowgenie.com, (336) 268-8586. CUTTING EDGE PRESSURE WASHING Affordable. Dependable. Please call anytime for free estimate, (336) 706-0103.

HOME SERVICES REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION JLB REMODELING, INC. Remodeling and additions. Fully insured. NC GC license #69997. Free est. Call (336) 681-2902 or visit www.jlbremodeling.com. RENOVATION WORKS, INC. New construction, remodeling, additions, kitchen, bath and decks. We are a locally owned, full-service design and build company, A+ accredited with the BBB. Visit www.myrenovationworks.com or call (336) 427-7391 to start your next project.

What’s going on around town? Find us on Facebook for updates! facebook.com/northwestobserver COMPLETE BUILDING SERVICES Swimming pools, plastering, textured ceilings, stucco, drywall, painting, pressure washing. 30 yrs. exp. Ron Tuck, (336) 855-8107. BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens/baths, custom decks, garages, siding, dock work, windows, roofing, rotted wood. Sr. disc., 35 years exp. (336) 362-6343. ORTIZ REMODELING – Total restoration & home improvement. Drywall, painting, kitchen cabinets, interior trim & more. Free estimates. (336) 280-8981. PREMIER CONSTRUCTION. Providing all of your home maintenance needs, remodeling and new construction. (336) 430-9507.

Services TM Construction , INC

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PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Fully insured. Crystal Clear, www. windowcleaningnc.com. (336) 595-2873.

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REAL ESTATE

ROOFING

$$$ – WILL PAY CASH up to $200 for your junk or wrecked vehicle. (336) 552-0328.

OAK RIDGE, 2 acres, 4BR, 3.5BA, in Oak

LAND FOR SALE

CLINARD & SON ROOFING, LLC Residential roofing, rubber flat roofs, roof coating, metal roofs. 30 years experience. Now accepting all major credit cards. Call (336) 643-8191 or (336) 580-3245. A.L. CORMAN ROOFING INC. Res. roofing specialist serving Guilford Cty. area since 1983. BBB 25+ years w/ A+ rating. cormanroofinginc.com, (336) 621-6962. PREMIER ROOFING CONSTRUCTION Insurance specialist, free inspections, res/ comm., BBB A rating. (336) 430-9507. 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 (336) 9446118, or visit redrhinoroofing.com.

MISC. SERVICES TUTOR FOR K-6 – reading, math, EOG/ Test Prep., homework help. Reasonable rates, references. Call Lynn, (336) 207-4863, or email lhcrowe93@yahoo.com. COMPUTER REPAIRS – ITBASICS.COM Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons. (336) 643-0068. ERIE INSURANCE – IN KERNERSVILLE Long Insurance Services, (336) 992-5664. SAM’S AUTO BODY SHOP. Any type of body work. 45 years exp. (336) 347-7470.

MISC. FOR SALE FREE LIRIOPE (Monkey Grass), dug & ready to go. Stokesdale. (336) 643-4416. ALL NEW MATTRESS SETS. Still in plastic, w/warranty. Twin, $99; Full, $109; Queen, $129; King, $191. Can deliver, lay-away available. Mattress Outlet. (336) 992-0025.

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FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, any and all gas items, tillers, gocarts, ATVs, generators, power washers, grills, chain saws, metal and electrical items, most appliances, etc. (336) 689-4167. FABRIC NEEDED for Sew to Sow Ministry to make dresses for girls in Kenya. Cotton fabrics work best, any amount. Also need buttons, ribbon, lace trimming, elastic and thread. Call Beth, (336) 644-8155.

PETS & ANIMAL SVCS. BOARDING / PASTURE LAND PRIME PASTURE, Lemons Rd., Stokesdale. 4 acres, 4 strand/high-tensil, electric water system, improved grass, tree cover, tack shed. No barn. $120/mo. or $1,200/ annual. (336) 681-8916.

PET SITTING / BOARDING KPS – KELLY’S PET SERVICES Professional in-home pet sitting. Bonded & insured. Member Pet Sitters International. Pet sitting while you are away, daily walks or runs, play, pet taxi, and more! KPS gives a portion of profits to animal charities. Call, email, or Facebook message for a free consultation: (336) 706-6706, kpsforyourpets@ gmail.com, www.facebook.com/kpspets, or kpspets on Instagram.

REAL ESTATE

Ridge Elem./NW Middle/High school dist. South of Hwy. 150, close to 68. $2,100/mo. Includes landscape maint. Available immediately. Kendra, (336) 317-3404. OLD REMODELED FARMHOUSE, 2BR, gas heat, exc. neighborhood, avail. 5/1, Summerfield area. $625/mo. (336) 643-1058.

HOMES FOR SALE

house, close to Northwest High School and Hwy. 68. $750/mo. (336) 817-3883.

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2204 Cedar Waxwing Court Popular neighborhood in Northern schools. 4 bedrooms plus bonus. Incredible kitchen and family room combination. Hardwood floors. 2-car garage, private back lot and screened porch. Don’t wait on this one! A must-see. $354,900

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Gail H. Kerber REALTOR®/BROKER

(336) 327-1165

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www.kerbappeals.com 7798 Polar Drive, Oak Ridge

It’s a good time to buy or sell. Call me for a free consultation!

STOKESDALE,, 1BR, 1BA, good for single per person, fenced yard. $600/mo. (336) 383-7732.

Beautifully remodeled MOBILE HOME, 3BR, 2BA, in quiet, clean park, located near intersection of 158/220. $600/mo. (336) 908-6553.

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QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD, 3BR 1.5BA

HOMES FOR RENT

OAK RIDGE, 3BR, 2BA, office/den, deck, large yard. (336) 644-8710, 708-0522.

ONE-ACRE LOT adjacent to 9935 E. Hwy. 65, Rockingham county. Ready to build, sur surveyed w/ site plan. $24,900. (336) 643-6078.

Gil Vaughan Realtor ®/Broker

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Just listed in Bear Creek with all the bells and whistles. Calling all car buffs – amazing 4-car garage! Oversized kitchen, family room, office, hobby room, media room plus 4 bedrooms. Like-new condition; built in 2015 and move-in ready! $569,900

Ramilya Siegel CRS, GRI, SRES, Chairman’s Circle Award ( 336 ) 215.9856

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ADVERTISER INDEX

NEW LISTING IN NORTHERN! Stokesdale Heating & Air.....................19

ACCOUNTING

By the Book Accounting .....................22 Carlotta Lytton, CPA, PA ....................22 Kimberly Thacker Accounting .............22 Samuel Anders, CPA, MSA, PC ...........10 6090 Grinsted Court, Greensboro

Nancy J. Hess nancy.hess@bhhsyostandlittle.com (336) 215-1820

ARTS / DANCE

Destination Arts ..................................16

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

M & M Tire Customer Apprec. Days......5 Ride for Hospice .................................23

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RESTAURANTS

Gladwell Insurance Agency .................21

Eagle Physicians at Brassfield ..............18 Forsyth Pediatrics, Oak Ridge .............16 LeBauer Healthcare .............................4 Novant – Northwest Family Medicine .12 Oak Ridge Physical Therapy ...............17 Summerfield Family Eye Care .............22 Vision Source Eye Center of the Triad .17

First Baptist Church of Summerfield ....14 Oak Ridge United Methodist Church ....6

Bel-Aire Veterinary Hospital ..................9 Best 4K9 ..............................................9 Critter Company ...................................8 King’s Crossing Animal Hospital .........22 Northwest Animal Hospital .................10 Oak Ridge Animal Hospital ................ 11 Veterinary Hospital at Oak Ridge.........22 Westergaard Kennels ............................8

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LEGAL SERVICES

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Attorney Bill Barbour ..........................14 Law Office of Susan Greeson .............21 Scott Tippett Law ...............................25

BUILDER

TM Construction Services ...................29

Reynolds Orthodontics .........................2

A New Dawn Realty ............................30 Bobbie Gardner, Keller Williams ..........22 Gil Vaughan, Keller Williams ...............30 Jake Letterman, BHHS Yost & Little ...30 KERBAPPEALS – Gail Kerber .............30 Nancy Hess, BHHS Yost & Little .........31 Ramilya Siegel, Allen Tate ..................30 Smith Marketing ...................................3 Walter Anderson, Keller Williams ........22

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BEK Paint Company ............................29 Carpets By Direct ................................26 Concrete Repair Solutions ....................2 Creative Garden Spaces .....................22 Furniture Medic ..................................29 Haley Hahn Home Solutions ..............28 Marshall Stone ...................................29 New Garden Landscaping & Nursery .19 New Garden Select ............................10 Old School Home Repair.....................28 ProStone.............................................. 11

Piedmont Truck Tires, Inc. ..................15 Prestige Car Wash ..............................16

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Alpha Weight Loss ..............................25 SNAP Fitness ......................................23

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Olmsted Orthodontics ........................17

Rio Grande, Oak Ridge ......................16

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