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Spring Parade of Homes, April 25-26, May 2-3 by ANNETTE JOYCE Spring is in the air, and with it comes the 2015 Spring Parade of Homes. Scheduled for two weekends – April 25-26 and May 2-3, the annual event sponsored by the Greensboro Builders Association gives attendees the opportunity to get an inside look at the area’s newest homes for sale. This year’s event features 50 homes in Guilford County, more than half of which are located in the growing northwest area. New this year, GBA has partnered with the Home Builders Association of Winston-Salem, whose members will open another nearly two dozen homes in Forsyth County.

Much different than your typical Realtor open house, Parade of Homes is designed to be of interest to a wide range of people and is not specifically targeted to current homebuyers. “The annual Parade of Homes provides an opportunity for consumers looking to build or buy a new home, or just interested in seeing the latest in home design trends and amenities, to see a variety of homes and communities, as well as meet and talk with area builders, designers and suppliers,” says Cheryl Collins, GBA’s executive officer. “It’s a very comfortable and casual event.” Don Mills, chairman of the Parade of Homes committee and owner of Don

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Family Science Night Photo by Angie Linn

Garrett Linn enjoys some ice cream during Northern Elementary School’s Science Night. See more photos on page 12.

Community Day, May 2 by GERRI HUNT STOKESDALE – The Town of Stokesdale will host Community Day at Town Hall on Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Individuals, organizations and businesses are invited to participate and sell their wares or share their information. “Come out, set up a table and show us what you’ve got,” said Councilman Frank Bruno, who is spearheading the event. “It’s like a big community yard sale.” Ten vendors had signed up

as of April 20, and Bruno hopes more will come forward and fill up half of Town Hall’s parking lot. Stokesdale Library, which is located inside of Town Hall, will hold a book sale, and a bounce house for children will be set up outside. Woodmen of the World will offer free hotdogs and snacks, and a canned food drive will benefit Stokesdale’s Good Samaritan Ministries. The Stokesdale Community

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Your Questions ................................ 4 Oak Ridge Elementary turns 90 .... 6 NWHS presents ‘Pippin’ musical.... 8 Business Notes ................................ 9 Bits & Pieces .................................... 9 Summerfield Town Council .......... 10 Crime/Incident Report ................. 18 High School Sports ....................... 21 Student Profiles ............................. 22 Community Calendar .................. 23 Letters/Opinions ........................... 24 Grins & Gripes ............................... 24 Classifieds ..................................... 26 Index of Advertisers ..................... 31 NWO on the go! ............................ 32

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Northwest, Northern high schools recognized nationally GUILFORD COUNTY – Two local high schools were among 15 in Guilford County to earn major national recognition by making the Washington Post’s list of “America’s Most Challenging High Schools.”

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The rankings put the schools in the top 11 percent in the entire country; three Guilford County schools were ranked in the top 10 in North Carolina, and one school made the newspaper’s “Public Elite List.”

Rankings are determined by the number of Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) tests given at the school each year compared to the number of seniors who graduated in May or June. The list identifies schools that have done the best job persuading academically average students to take college-level courses and tests.

The schools making the list (in state ranking order) are: Page High (5), Grimsley High (7), Weaver Academy (8), Northwest High (12), Northern High (14), Penn-Griffin School for the Arts (15), High Point Central High (19), Southwest High (23), Ragsdale High (26), Western High (32), Smith High (36), Academy at Smith (39), Southeast High (42), Southern High (45) and

“AP, IB and AICE are important because they give average students a chance to experience the trauma of heavy college reading lists and long, analytical college examinations,” Post reporter Jay Mathews explained in the article. “Research has found that even low-performing students who got a 2 (not passing) on an AP test did significantly better in college than similar students who did not take AP (classes).”

Newly aligned Brookbank Road slated for completion this year SUMMERFIELD – As the I-73 connector makes its way from N.C. 68 to U.S. 220, Brookbank Road is undergoing significant changes. “Part of Brookbank is being moved to the north, and a bridge will be built over I-73,” said NCDOT Resident Engineer Brian Smith. Part of the old Brookbank will remain, and part will be removed. “Some driveways will be extended, and some will be shortened, depending on what side of the road you’re on,” said

Smith. “Everyone will be reconnected or have access in some way.” Smith said DOT hopes to have work on Brookbank Road completed this year, as construction on the I-73 connector works its way north from N.C. 68 to U.S. 220.

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He said while the bridge over the connector will be completed, crews will still be working on I-73, which will run underneath it. “There’s still utility stuff in the way

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The parking lot lights at the Oak Ridge Town Park currently burn all night long, which seems excessive. Couldn’t the town turn off about 90 percent of those lights at night? What needs to be done to make this happen? Oak Ridge Town Manager Bruce Oakley said the lights at Oak Ridge Town Park are left on all night for the security of the park and citizens who may arrive or leave the

park after dark. “Although the park’s primary operating hours are from dawn to dusk, we do have events that end after dark and people who walk and run before dawn,” Oakley said. “Also, park staff may be out after dark or before dawn opening bathrooms, cleaning, etc.” Can the sign ordinance in Oak Ridge be legally amended to prohibit the roadside display of campaign posters? To their credit, Town Council candidates in Oak Ridge volun-

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A pedestrian tunnel is already in place just north of Brookbank Road, allowing the proposed Summerﬁeld trail system to safely cross underneath I-73.

in certain places and other things holding up the contractors so they can’t work yet. They are dependent on the utility companies to get it out of the way – it’s nothing they can really control,” said Smith.

system to safely cross I-73 via a tunnel.

One piece of the puzzle that has been put in place, however, is a pedestrian culvert north of Brookbank Road, enabling Summerfield’s proposed trail

The tunnel cannot be seen from Brookbank, and presently is only accessible through private property which DOT has permission to enter.

“It will be at ground level, and we’ll put dirt on top of it. The road will be higher,” said Smith. “The tunnel is a little bit higher than the creek so water won’t run into it.”

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“My goal was that since we have Town Hall and the town park, let’s do a big event and get business owners set up to let people know what businesses are in the area,” said Bruno. “It’s a way to get townspeople out there and find out what’s going on in the community.

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Oak Ridge Elementary School marks 90 years The community is invited to a celebration event on Tuesday, May 5 by HELEN LEDFORD Its sturdy brick walls still stand after nine decades, with a shining, newer edifice adjoining. The comfortable, old white-columned facade is a silent sentinel, watching over the intersection of Linville Road and N.C. 150. Oak Ridge Elementary School, where countless youngsters have passed over its threshold, is soon to celebrate its 90th birthday! Of the familiar landmark birthed in 1925, the familiar saying, “If those walls could talk” is surely in order. The first one-room school, further west, was established on a land parcel acquired for the sum of $20! Later, another two-classroom building was erected near the Linville Road/N.C. 150 intersection.

In 1925 the larger school was built to accommodate the growing number of area students, with Mrs. Notra Johnson as its first principal. Oak Ridge native Richard Watkins, 85, clearly recalls when he was a boy and his dad, Nathaniel “Nappy” Watkins, was the school custodian; Mrs. Johnson sent young Richard pencils and lined tablet paper to practice writing his alphabet before entering school. Watkins would later follow in his dad’s footsteps, serving as capable custodian plus school bus driver for almost 20 years. Bib overalls, sunbonnets and bare feet were the norm for girls and boys attending the first rustic little schoolhouse. With six classrooms, an auditorium and a stage, the more modern facility became the hub of local social activity as well as a wellstructured place of learning. A favorite tale about Mrs. Johnson, who was also the teacher of a third-grade class, is of the day her lunch basket (cov-

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ered by a cloth) was placed on one of the steam radiators to keep warm. As she was retrieving her food, her students suddenly heard a wild shriek. Seems the lady had grasped what appeared to be a string, but turned out to be a mouse tail! The frightened rodent quickly exited, and so did the fashionably dressed Notra Johnson – screaming all the way down the hall. Patty Potts recalls her days as cafeteria manager in the ‘70’s, when the Oak Ridge Easter Horse Show and Fiddler’s Convention were held at the school. Potts supervised the making of countless chicken pies to sell and serve during the annual event. Ladies of the community donated the cooked fowls and the pies were prepared in the school kitchen. Potts would go on to the job of teacher’s assistant in several classes before retiring after 32 years. Another cafeteria supervisor, Linda Hutson, says rewards of her job were the love, appreciation and caring the children expressed – and especially the hugs! When a committee was formed to preserve the initial brick edifice, a plan emerged to remodel the old structure – and that’s when our aging lady underwent a transformation into what is today a spacious media center. Original, gleaming flooring remains, with a portion housing a community

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museum. Antique desks, books and other donated relics of the past are indicative of life as lived long ago in Oak Ridge. When entering the double doors of the old building, surviving dark areas on the floor are marks left by children’s wet feet moving on rainy days from the porch to the entryway. Not many ORE alumni have forgotten the fire department building that sat close by for decades. The deafening noise of the siren when there was a fire call frequently halted classes while causing many a young eardrum to vibrate. During spring and fall firemen’s barbeques, pungent odors of cooking sauce pleasantly tickled the nostrils of teachers and students alike! Over the years, obvious changes have come to Oak Ridge Elementary School, but there are those who recall with warmth the simpler times. Dr. Doris Henderson, a former principal, reminisces about her tenure there. “It was wonderful in that small school how the parents, students, teachers and community worked together for the betterment of the children’s education,” Henderson said. Ann Raker, who taught at the school for 26 years, echoes that sentiment. “It was a good and rewarding expe-

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“We only do a musical every other year, so we go all out,” said NWHS theatre teacher and “Pippin” director, Abby Cockman. “This musical stars so many of our award-winning theatre and chorus students as well as some new performers!

their voices, acting skills, and emotional expression through their movement and dancing,” Cockman continued. “The recent revival of ‘Pippin’ on Broadway set the play at a circus, and it truly is the best fit for the show.” The students have learned many new skills for their roles in the imaginative traveling circus – for example, Bree Brooks has learned to team juggle, Allison Davis will ride a unicycle and Holli Benfield will juggle devil sticks. Nick Sherbine is also experiencing a first – he’ll play the role of the Bearded Lady. “It’s the first time I’ve played a different gender … the role is kind of ‘show-girly,’ but it’s fun,” Nick said. As a member of the color guard, Christie Doyle is used to performing, but this is her first theatre production. “Ms. Cockman said, ‘You can spin a flag, right?’” Christie recalled with a smile. “I said ‘yes.’ My biggest fear is heights, so what did she do? She stuck me way up high, spinning a flag in a very tiny space – while singing and acting!” And then there is normally soft-spoken Carrie Graham, who plays the role of a town crier, so had to learn to yell (I got a sampling, and she’s going to do just fine). Weston Crutchfield had never heard of “Pippin” before he was recruited to play Lewis, the Strong Man. “I have acted, danced and sung before, just not all together,” Weston noted. Mariah Glynn will play Berthe, a role that requires her to pogo with no hands.

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by PATTI STOKES NORTHWEST GUILFORD HIGH – Performed by a traveling circus, “Pippin” is filled with acrobatics, slapstick humor – a murder – and a quest for the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. As Northwest High School’s Cultural Arts Department puts the finishing touches on this Tony Award-winning musical which has recently been revived on Broadway, students are both excited and confident that their upcoming performance will bring the crowd to its feet. The musical centers around Pippin, the eldest son of King Charlemagne. After becoming a soldier in his father’s army, Pippin finds war appalling, so he leaves the world of intellect and luxury to set off on a quest to discover his purpose in life. The leading role of Pippin is played by senior Daniel Morrison, who said the musical’s plot especially resonates with many of the seniors on the cast, who will soon graduate from high school and go out into the world to “do real life things.”

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A tormented Pippin (played by Daniel Morrison) shows compassion for his friend Theo (played by Julio Lingao) by praying for Theo’s pet duck to heal.

such as the tattooed girl and the “snake” charmer (Cockman said there are no live animals, “though the kids really have tried to change my mind!”), and the fortune teller. Besides singing together, the students seem most excited about engaging in a battle of sword fighting (the swords are wooden, but I was assured they still hurt if you get smacked with one!). Choral director Trés Ward applauds the students’ commitment to learning their singing parts.

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OAK RIDGE – The semi-annual “Keep It Local” art show will be held on Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Stealing Crow Farm. More than 20 local artists will showcase their work in a festival-style setting that supports the “buy local” philosophy. Live music by local bluegrass/rock band, The

Acousticians, will begin at 11 a.m. Attendees can participate in an Art Hunt from 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. (or until artworks run out), with rules similar to those of an Easter egg hunt: Small

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April 14 / MEETING HIGHLIGHTS as reported by PATTI STOKES  Mayor Tim Sessoms called the monthly meeting to order; Linda Southard led the opening prayer, which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting agenda was unanimously adopted.

ANNOUNCEMENTS  Town Manager Scott Whitaker reminded everyone the annual Founders’ Day is scheduled for Friday, May 15, 6 to 10 p.m., and Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (parade starts at 10 a.m.). All activities except for the parade will take place at Summerfield Athletic Park on U.S. 220.  Councilwoman Dena Barnes said the Guilford County Prison Farm’s greenhouse is open for sales seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and

customers can purchase flowering and hanging plants, herbs, vegetable plants, cider, jelly, syrup and picnic tables. The greenhouse is located at 7315 Howerton Road, near Gibsonville. Sessoms said many more volunteers are needed for Founders’ Day. Those willing to volunteer are asked to call Town Hall at (336) 643-8655. Sessoms also recognized Dena Barnes and BJ Barnes for being the latest recipients of the Long Leaf Pine award, and the state’s first couple to receive the prestigious award. Dena had planned for Gov. Pat McCrory’s presentation of the award to BJ on March 30 to be a surprise for her husband, and was unaware that she was also going to be a recipient.

“When he (the governor) announced there were a ‘couple of people’ he was going to be presenting the award to, Dena was wondering who else was also going to get it. It was an unbelievable surprise to both of them, and more than a surprise is how worthy they both are,” Sessoms said.

PUBLIC COMMENTS  Cheri Pikett passed out a sheet with cost estimates for extending the A&Y Greenway from a pedestrian tunnel under U.S. 220 to Summerfield Community Park. The estimates were included in the A&Y Greenway Feasibility Study conducted by Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department in 2012 (to view the 189-page study, visit www.Greensboro-nc.gov and type “A&Y Greenway” in the Search bar). Pickett referenced Section B of the study (page 76), which showed cost estimates of $3 million for a 4.3-mile asphalt trail, 10 feet wide, from U.S. 220 to the community park; in addition, a list of optional amenities was estimated at almost $2 million. “In the past, I had said something about it being $1 million a mile and was told it wouldn’t be that much. I just wanted you to see where I got that from,” Pikett said. Pikett suggested the town could better use the money on helping those in need, such as supporting Summerfield United Methodist’s Sonshine Room, versus spending it on a trail.  Dwayne Crawford asked if the town was serving its citizens or serving the town. Regarding the budget, which includes funding for expanding the ball fields, Crawford asked, “So, we’re going to expand the fields for people of Summerfield who already aren’t using them? The Mountains-to-Sea Trail – that’s a long way and it’s just crossing through? Whose interest does it serve? The more we build, the more the government needs and the more people we hire …”

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gether for the history tent at Founders’ Day and several groups have already committed to participating in the committee’s tent. Public Safety. Committee member Dwayne Crawford said drivers need to be educated to pull over when they see an emergency vehicle with its lights on; at its recent meeting, the committee discussed the status of U.S. 220 construction, which is scheduled to be completed December 2016. Last, the committee voted to have its meetings recorded. Trails and Open Space. Chair Jane Doggett said the committee is working on plans for Founders’ Day, and they hope to have many people come by their tent to talk about trails and look at maps of the proposed trail route. The committee had a meeting planned for April 22. Founders’ Day. Whitaker referred everyone to a Founders’ Day ad running in the Northwest Observer. The committee needs more vendors, sponsors, parade entrants and volunteers. Vineyards Trail. Whitaker referenced the discussion at the March council meeting, in which representatives from The Vineyards attended and asked the council to consider assisting with the Vineyards Trail maintenance costs, since many people from outside the community use the trail and it’s advertised as part of a public, town-wide trail system. The Vineyards HOA has received two quotes for trail repairs so far, one for $30,000 and the other for $24,000.

Summerfield resident Billy Tesh, whose company has done work on the trail in the past, feels there may be alternatives that are just as effective in preventing erosion, but much less costly. After further discussion, the council directed Whitaker to get three estimates for trail repairs, independent from those The Vineyards’ HOA has already received, before finalizing how much the town will contribute. Rhondan Road. The town is one of five property owners on an unpaved segment of this road, which runs between Summerfield Road and U.S. 220. Bobby Norris, a district engineer with DOT, was present at the council meeting at Whitaker’s request. Before DOT paves the unpaved segment of Rhondan Road, all five property owners must be in agreement; however, one of the five property owners does not want to give up any road frontage for a right-of-way. Norris explained Rhondan Road is one of 18 roads that have been on a backlog in District 7 and the local DOT office hopes to pave them while funds are still available (due to changes in how NCDOT funds are disbursed, district funds will soon be combined into a statewide fund, at which time unpaved roads in the district will have to compete for funding with all the unpaved roads in the state, of which there are about 5,000). Since funds allocated for paving projects cannot be used to purchase right-ofways, an alternative for the four Rhondan Road property owners who want to have the road to their property paved is to post a bond of $2,500, after which DOT could condemn the portion of the fifth owner’s property needed for the rightof-way (which will include a shoulder, drainage ditches, concrete pipes under the driveways and room for DOT’s snow plows to push the snow off the road). Whitaker said the project would not only involve paving, but road improvements, which would increase the property values of Rhondan Road property owners. Council discussed whether the town

should go ahead and pay the entire $2,500 to post the bond so the process will move forward more quickly and while District 7 funds are available, or to split the bond money with the other three property owners.

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town’s share of the $2,500 needed to post a bond. Per Norris’ recommendation, the four property owners will first offer the $2,500 to the fifth, declining owner, to purchase the portion of their land needed for the right-of-way; if the owner accepts, the condemnation process will not be necessary.

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Norris explained that if the declining owner’s property is condemned, however, DOT would not be taking the land, rather acquiring the square footage needed for a right-of-way which would enable it to do what is necessary to maintain the paved road. ABC Board appointment. A representative of the town is needed to serve on the board; Barnes volunteered to serve until another volunteer is found. The ABC Board would like to have someone with financial expertise; applicants for the finance committee will be contacted, since several qualified citizens applied to serve on the committee and there was only one opening. The ABC Board meets monthly in downtown Greensboro. RFQ subcommittee. Whitaker said a subcommittee hopes to advertise Requests for Qualifications for a firm to design the trail route and hopes to have proposals back by May 29, go through the interview process by mid-June and bring recommendations back to council at the July meeting. Brookbank Road property. Whitaker said the potential trail corridor has been mapped out and at this point, it is a “matter of working out the details.” (At the March meeting, Whitaker explained the town had been discussing in closed sessions the sale of three town-owned tracts along Brookbank Road and developer David Couch had offered to

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Proclamations were read to recognize April 12-18 as National Volunteer Week and Certified Public Accountants’ Week; May 3-9 as Municipal Clerks’ Week; and a National Day of Prayer on the first Thursday in May.

purchase the property; the town placed a condition on the property sale that it can buy back specific areas for future trail use at the current selling price.)

he went around the long way to get there,” said Whitaker. “We hadn’t put any fencing on the other side of the pond because it was such an improbable access area.”

Athletic park. Whitaker said the town partially fenced the area around the retention pond at the athletic park about a year and a half ago; however, recently a 5-year-old had followed some older children back to the retention pond area and the child’s parent was concerned about the potential for someone to fall into the pond. “The fencing is only on the side where you would think somebody might wander;

After discussion, the council agreed it would be wise to have a fence installed around the entire area of the retention pond and asked Whitaker to get quotes.

Reports, updates and comments. Since Steve Buisson, president of The Vineyards’ HOA, had arrived at the meeting at this

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point, Sessoms asked Whitaker to update him on the earlier discussion about the town helping cover some of the Vineyard Trail maintenance and repair expenses. On behalf of the HOA, Buisson said he appreciated the town’s help with the matter. Following a closed session from 8 to 8:50 p.m. to discuss an employee review and a property issue, the meeting was adjourned.

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pieces of artwork are hidden within a roped-off area of the yard; people who donate either six cans of food or $5 are allowed to go into the area to find one piece of hidden small artwork. “I feel gratified that I can give this opportunity to my fellow artists,” said Oak Ridge artist Leanne Pizio, who founded the event and has hosted it for 18 years. “This bi-annual event brings

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Northern Guilford High School teacher Karen Lowe-Bumper (left) leads a Zumba session during the school’s Fitness and Fun Day on April 18. The event also offered biometric screenings and information on alternative eating choices. In addition, a prescription drug drop-off site was set up. Organizers of the event (below) include NGHS school resource ofﬁcer W.D. Jones, PTSA President Kim Derrick, Asst. Principal Janiese McKenzie, PTSA Advocacy chair Kelly Pryzwansky, and Guilford County Alcohol and Drug Services consultant Carlos Dagnesses.

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Marcie Laird, a student in Beth Herrick’s art class at Northwest High School, is joined by Congressman Mark Walker after she was presented a Congressional Arts Award and won third place for her ballerina drawing. Walker held a special reception for local students, which was attended by Greensboro watercolor artist William Mangum. A video of the event can be seen at Facebook.com/RepMarkWalker.

Social media panel set for April 30 The consequences of one social media post can forever impact your personal image – whether it helps you land a job or lose a scholarship offer. Northern Guilford High School will host “The Good, Bad and Ugly of Social Media: What You Say #NeverGoesAway”, for students, parents and teachers on Thurs-

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DAMAGE TO PROPERTY April 13 | A resident of Phillip Court in Summerfield reported his son broke a $25 wooden shelving unit and a $10 flashlight; the son was arrested and taken before a magistrate. April 13 | A resident of Hartstone Drive in Colfax reported that a known person broke a $1,500 glass storm door. April 16 | A resident of Belews Creek Road in Stokesdale reported a known person threw a ceramic flower pot and damaged the deck and siding of her home.

DRUGS April 15 | After an off-duty Greensboro Police officer observed suspicious activity on Flat Rock Road in Stokesdale, a male resident of the road was arrested and charged with possession with intent to sell and deliver a Schedule I substance (psilocybin), intent to sell and deliver a Schedule IV substance (clonazepam), possession of less than ½ ounce of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. A male Greensboro resident was also charged with possessing, selling and delivery of controlled substances. April 15 | After responding to a reported assault at a residence on Spotswood Road in Summerfield, officers arrested the victim, a resident of Price Mill Road in Summerfield, and charged her with misdemeanor possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.

FALSE PRETENSE April 16 | A Whitsett resident paid someone $1,925 to rent a home on Shoeline Road in Stokesdale. When the resident attempted to move into the residence, another family was living there; the person who had taken the resident’s money had left the area, and apparently had no authority to represent the property.

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FRAUD April 15 | A resident of Faye Drive in Summerfield, who was the executor of his father’s estate, reported that two checks were stolen from his father’s checkbook. The checks were both written to the same person, for a total of $450, and deposited in the suspect’s account.

IDENTITY THEFT April 14 | A resident of Deer Run Court in Oak Ridge reported that her tax return was rejected because the Social Security numbers for her and her children had already been used to file a return. April 14 | A resident of Forest Creek Ridge Court in Summerfield reported the IRS notified him that someone had used his Social Security number on a fraudulent tax return. April 14 | A resident of Kinsey Drive in Summerfield reported his tax return was rejected when he attempted to file his taxes. April 15 | A resident of Springbirch Drive in Stokesdale reported his tax return was rejected by the IRS when he attempted to file, because his Social Security number had already been used to file a return. April 15 | A resident of Oxmoor Road in Summerfield reported a joint tax return was rejected by the IRS because someone had already used her husband’s Social Security number on a tax return. April 16 | When trying to file their taxes online, residents of Cross Hook Court in Summerfield were advised that a return had already been filed with their information. April 16 | When trying to file their taxes online, residents of Misty Meadow Drive in Kernersville were advised that their Social Security numbers had already been used. April 16 | When trying to file her taxes online, a resident of Kelly Lee Court in Stokesdale was advised that her Social Security number had already been used. April 16 | A resident of U.S. 158 in Stokedale reported being advised by her accountant that someone had used her information to file a fraudulent return.

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Mills Homes, says the committee understands that a lot of people who attend the event aren’t looking for a new home. “People come to see new trends and get new ideas for their existing homes. Some come because they may be thinking about building in the future and want to meet builders and see their work.” While touring a home, attendees might find paint colors, cabinets or tile work they’d like to duplicate in their own homes. Mills says builders are very willing to share that information and to provide names and numbers for suppliers, paint colors, etc. “Parade is a wonderful place to come to see how paint looks on walls and in different lights,” says Annette Mills, who handles the interior design work for the homes her husband Don builds. “If you want to paint a room, bring your couch cushions or pillow shams to see how the paint will work with your furnishings.” Speaking of paint colors, there’s a new trend in this year’s Parade homes – gray. But we’re not talking about a drab, muddied color. “There’s blue gray, green gray, gray with a bit of lavender,” explains Annette Mills. Susan Mowery, who along with her husband, Paul, owns Building Dimensions based in Oak Ridge, confirms that people are moving away from the shades of cream and tan previously popular. “The gray tones are very popular right now,” Mowery says. While there’s been a shift in interior colors, one thing that remains constant is the desire to make the best use of existing space; to that end, Parade builders have worked hard to incorporate innovative ideas. One way is mingling the indoors and outdoors. At least two Parade builders, Don Mills Homes and R&K Custom Homes, are featuring covered porches with Eze-BreezeTM components. A unique vinyl and screen product,

Eze-Breeze gives the appearance of an open-air space while still providing protection from the outside elements. “This system turns your porch into a three-season room,” says Kathy Dumas. She and her husband, Rich, own R&K Custom Homes and have three homes in this year’s Parade. Storage space is also plentiful in this year’s Parade homes. “People have ‘stuff’ and they need somewhere to put it,” says Annette Mills. “We have lots of walk-in storage, oversized closets and a big, separate pantry. We like to put storage under the house as well so that you can put your lawn mower and tools there and keep your garage clutter-free. This works well with the space underneath a high deck also.” While floor plans continue to be open and a master suite on the main is the plan of choice, Bill Sims, director of sales and marketing for locally-owned Windsor Homes, sees growing interest in having a second bedroom on the main level. “There’s more multi-generational living as parents come to live with adult children and need the bedroom on the main level,” says Sims.

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finding the homes as easy as possible. For a map and other information, Collins says you can visit the website or pick up a 2015 Parade of Homes magazine at either Harris Teeter or Lowe’s Home Improvement stores. There’s also a mobile app, My Home Found.

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While directional signs are great indicators of where houses are located, Collins notes that some municipalities such as Oak Ridge strictly enforce their ordinance which prohibits signs in the rights of way, so keeping the Parade map handy is especially advisable.

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Sims notes that another popular plan for his company offers a master suite on both levels of a two-story home. Mowery says “the details” are another big trend in new construction. “Particularly in this area, people appreciate attention to detail,” she says. “Our home is loaded with very detailed molding and trim work. There is also lots of special tile work.” Although high ceilings are still popular, they’ve become more dimensional. Homes feature loads of coffered, vaulted and tray ceilings. Some are accented with different types of wood, decorative trim or a burst of color. Thirty different builders are involved in this year’s Parade. Although most of the homes hover around $500,000, Collins says home prices start at $165,400 and go to $749,900. With homes spread out across the county, GBA has done its best to make

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PIPPIN ...cont’d from p. 8 “Many of the students were previously unfamiliar with the music from ‘Pippin,’ but they have worked very hard to learn it and we have all come to love it! They’re sounding better than ever and I can’t wait to hear them perform this weekend,” said Ward. “The play-within-a-play concept is really challenging, but the students pull it off beautifully,” Cockman said.

I got a sneak peek at a recent rehearsal and totally agree – this will be a fun show to watch, and one you won’t want to miss!

want to go? “Pippin” performances will be April 23, 24 and 25 at 7 p.m. in Northwest High School’s auditorium. Admission: Adults, $10; GCS students, $8; and ages 6 and under, $6. For more info, contact Abby Cockman, director, at cockmaa2@gcsnc.com.

CRIME/INCIDENT REPORT THEFT April 14 | A resident of Brookfield Drive in Stokesdale reported that $160 was stolen from the center console of his vehicle, allegedly while being serviced at a shop on N.C. 68 in Stokesdale. The case was closed when the victim refused to cooperate. April 15 | Lowes Foods on Church Street in northern Greensboro reported that two suspects left the store with $13 worth of

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At the annual National High School Coaches Association senior nationals in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Northwest High School senior wrestler Cary Miller Miller earned All-American status at 220 pounds. “Finishing at the tournament felt great,” said Miller. “The No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 guys in the nation were wrestling at the tournament, so I had to compete against some great guys.” The tournament featured wrestlers from Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.

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rience,” Raker said. Tommy Powers, much-loved custodian from the ‘70s until 2002, saw mushrooming growth, school expansion, and installation of numerous mobile classrooms. “Bud” Blaylock grew up on the property owned by his family – presently the site of the State Employees Credit Union. Now retired, he tells of when he could simply walk across the road to school, sharing thoughts of schoolyard swings and other unsophisticated playground equipment he used to enjoy with friends. Blaylock wonders what ever happened to the terra cotta pipes through which youngsters could crawl at recess … Oak Ridge Elementary has had myriads of benefactors and faithful community support in its 90 years. It is

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duly noted that through the effort and determination of the late Mr. Buster Linville, combined with proceeds from the annual horse show, the present gym building became a reality. History is often written in words, yet some is only recorded in hearts and minds. May today’s children traversing the halls of our cherished school make memories too, leaving, in time, their own legacy to share with future generations to come ….

you’re invited! The Oak Ridge Elementary PTO is hosting a 90th anniversary celebration on Tuesday, May 5, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy student-led tours, historical artifacts and much more! For more info, contact the school office at (336) 643-8410 or visit www.orespto.com.

“My coach told me that I was going to have to train harder for this tournament than the state tournament to do well,” said Miller. “And that is what I did. We had a month to get ready. “I practiced every day, lifted hard, and just put a lot of hard work and effort into it. It paid off.” The recent Appalachian State University wrestling signee finished the tournament with a 5-2 record. Miller said he’s on the road now to becoming an NCAA wrestling champion, while majoring in business marketing. “Academically it means a lot to me to get a good education,” said Miller. “There are more important things in life than wrestling, and getting my education is one of them. Appalachian is the place for me to do it.”

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Roles on the team: 4x100 meters, 4x200 meters, 4x400 meters, 100 meters, 200 meters and 400 meters Hometown: Vista, California Toughest class: AP Biology Extracurricular activities: Embracing Leadership and Diversity Through Athletics, Beta Club, National Honor Society and varsity football Future plans: Go to college and (hopefully) run track Most admired athlete: Jesse Owens (track and field Olympian athlete) Favorite athletic team: Northern football Favorite food: Tuna sandwiches Favorite band: (Punk rock band) Green Day Favorite movie: “Interstellar” Any siblings? Five Best vacation ever: Cancun, Mexico Years in the northern area: Two and a half Dream job: Astronaut Something not everyone knows about me: “I am afraid of heights but love roller coasters.” Nickname: “Kam” Pre-game ritual: “I just mentally prep myself.” Northern Guilford Track Coach Richard Burton on Kamaran McClanahan: “Kam is the hardest-working sprinter on the team and his work paid off with running faster times and leading our relay teams.”

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KEEGAN CLARY, Role on the team: “I am just one of the top runners. I try to be a leader if I am needed.” Hometown: Oak Ridge Toughest class: French Extracurricular activities: Skiing, ukulele and hiking Future plans: College and hiking the Appalachian Trail Most admired athlete: (Runner) Steve Prefontaine Favorite athletic team: UNC Tar Heels Favorite food: Sushi Favorite band: The Decemberists Favorite movie: “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” Any siblings? “Yes, I have one sibling. He’s my brother, and he may one day be faster than me.” Best vacation ever: “I went to New York, which was pretty awesome.” Years in the northwest area: 17 or so Dream job: Professional ultra-marathon runner Something not everyone knows about me: “There is not a better shower singer than me.” Nickname: “Heart Attack” Pre-game ritual: “I like to eat something sugary. It seems wrong, but it does wonders.” Northwest Track Coach Gregg Sipler on Keegan Clary: “Keegan is a tireless worker and good teammate.”

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It is good to give back I am 12 years old and a Boy Scout from Troop 103, which is located in Summerfield. The reason I am writing to you is an article in the April 10 Northwest Observer about the Oak Ridge Elementary student council and how they were filling shoe boxes for soldiers. It’s good to give back to those who are doing so much for us. I have learned to appreciate what the military is doing

and has done for us while on Boy Scout trips I have taken, such as visiting the USS Yorktown and the National D-Day Memorial. I also liked seeing what good things students are doing around here. Thanks again for the interesting article about both students and our military. Parker Stewart SUMMERFIELD

that sat so close to a main road. It seems to me these structures may remind us of our place in time and help us to keep our sense of our own importance in check. It would be wonderful if these uncelebrated structures could be kept from deteriorating, but I know this is prohibitively expensive for individuals in many cases. Thank you, Deborah, for saying it beautifully. Gale Anderson OAK RIDGE

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GRINS to...  The Oak Ridge, Summerfield and Stokesdale fire departments for their quick response to our recent house fire, and special thanks to firefighters Rob and Allison for rescuing our sweet Lab, Lady! The house is gone, but we will be back.  Stokesdale fourth-graders and teachers for a super-duper trip to the Outer Banks. This school rocks!  The writer who took strong issue with those wanting to “take our country back.” I agree with you. The right-wingers who espouse such nonsense need to be taken to task. This is the USA, not pre-war Germany.  The anonymous donor who has given our church several hundred dollars over the past few weeks. Your generosity is greatly appreciated and especially helpful given recent events.  The fifth-grade teachers at Pearce Elementary for planning an awesome trip to Washington, D.C. Our kids had a great time and made some wonderful memories. We are all so blessed to go to such a fantastic school!  David Waterson of NCDOT for inspecting, evaluating and making a fair

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decision concerning our (Stokesdale) development’s traffic sign issue. His willingness to hear all sides and then reach a solution through hard work and reason is to be applauded.

GRIPES to...  Law enforcement for not being at Oak Ridge Elementary in the morning to catch the speeders on Linville Road coming through the intersection.  People (dog owners and their neighbors) who don’t understand that incessant barking by dogs is usually caused by separation anxiety. I have sympathy for both the dogs and those who have no choice but to listen to their distress.  Sadness, rather than a gripe, that Pappy’s Grill will not be returning to Belews Lake. The grill had the best variety of “lake food,” with good quality, reasonable prices, and great customer service. You’re already missed!  To the April 17-23 issue “taking back our country” griper. Progressives have been sneaking socialism into our republic for decades. Exactly the same way you slid the term in at the end of your gripe.  Lowes Foods for selling the bottled drink “Sweet Baby Jesus.” As a Christian, I find this highly offensive.  The Stokesdale Town Council member who suggested the town refund your $200 deposit so when you have to hook up it will cost you much more!  Businesses who park their trucks and equipment on streets in Henson Forest. Parking on any streets in Henson Forest is against the law. Safety first!  Drivers who don’t get out of the way for emergency vehicles – and have the gall to honk at those of us who do! Unless traveling on a divided highway, all vehicles are required to pull over, regardless of travel direction.

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MADISON GENERAL DENTIST is seeking energetic, friendly, and competent DA for F/T floater position with primary front desk duties and support responsibilities in the back providing chair-side assisting. Must be NC X-Ray certified. Experience in chair-side assisting as a DA required, not just shadowing/10 wk. program. Email resume to mdhdentist@gmail.com or fax (336) 548-1038. CHURCH PIANIST NEEDED. For information, call (318) 372-5050. SUBWAY in Stokesdale and Kernersville now hiring part-time daytime, nighttime and w/e help. Apply at mysubwaycareer.com. Must be 17 or older, EOE. SEEKING HVAC TAB TECHNICIAN. Minimum 5 years TAB experience; knowledgeable in DDC TAB programs. HVAC Technician certificate desirable. Send resume: LTS, Box 627, Oak Ridge, NC 27310. OPTOMETRIC TECHNICIAN needed Monday-Thursday. Must be proficient in electronic medical records, goal oriented, and professional. Duties include clinical measurements, patient care coordination and other tasks as needed. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Ophthalmic experience preferred. Please email resume to sfecinfo@summerfieldfamilyeyecare.com. Full-time experienced female CAREGIVER NEEDED for elderly patient. Call (336) 644-8644 or 253-6117. VINYL SIDING WALL MAN NEEDED, experienced only, immediate opening, good pay. Call Gary, (336) 345-6518.

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 HOMECARE AVAILABLE EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER seeks PT position. Available overnights, days and evenings. Call Susan, (336) 247-4164. SENIOR CARE PROVIDER AVAILABLE Will take to dr. appts., companionship, light meal prep., errands, hygiene, assist in daily care/activities to help you live comfortably at home. Great references! (336) 898-1130. CAREGIVER AVAILABLE Experienced with numerous home care services. References avail. (336) 707-5245.

 PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF OAK RIDGE PUBLIC HEARING The Town Council of the Town of Oak Ridge will hold a public hearing to consider the ﬁscal year 2015-16 budget ordinance at its May 7, 2015, meeting at 7pm, Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Rd. Copies of the budget are available at Town Hall and on the Town website (oakridgenc.com). Ray Combs, Mayor

 SAVE THE DATE CHILDRENS’ CONSIGNMENT SALE at Mt. Zion’s UMC, 3708 Ellisboro Rd., Stokesdale, Thursday, April 23, 5-7pm; Friday, April 24, 12:30-4:30pm, half-price 5-7pm; Sat., April 25, half-price 8-11am. SUTLER’S SPIRITS GRAND OPENING, Saturday, April 25, 5-8pm, Winston-Salem. Live music, tastings, Pig Pickin’ BBQ and more! See display ad on page 5 for more information.

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Come on out to the Spring Keep It Local ART & POTTERY SHOW, Sat., April 25, from 10am-4pm, Stealing Crow Farm, 2409 Oak Ridge Road. 20+ local artisans will be showing their fabulous work. There will be pottery, paintings, jewelry, glass, mixed media, fiber and much, much more. Starting at 11am, we will also have the Art Hunt. Bring 6 cans of food or $5 and hunt for one piece of art (while supplies last – proceeds benefit The Servant Center). Rain date is Sunday, April 26. Please call (336) 337-6493 with any questions. KERNERSVILLE SPRING FOLLY, May 1 and 2, downtown Kernersville. Live music on three stages, tractor and car show, arts & crafts, food, rides and more! See display ad on page 9 for more info, and display ad in our May 1 issue for full entertainment schedule. STOKESDALE COMMUNITY DAY, Saturday, May 2, Stokesdale Town Hall, 10am2pm. Free vendor tables! Free hot dogs & snacks, library book sale, kids’ games, canned food drive to benefit Good Samaritan Ministries. For more info or to reserve a table, call (336) 643-4011. SPRING BAZAAR & BAKE SALE, Sat., May 2, 7am-11am, Flat Rock United Methodist, 6720 Highway 158 E., Stokesdale.

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BIG YARD SALE, Sat., April 25, 8am-2pm, Fogleman Rd., off Hwy. 68, Oak Ridge. Kids’ clothes, toys, tools, furniture, dishes, slot machine, quilts, antiques. Follow signs.

Ballard Farm COMMUNITY YARD SALE, Saturday, April 25, 8-11am, Ballard Farm Rd., Colfax.

CastleWorks WINDOW CLEANING

GENERAL HOME REPAIR, bathroom repair, small/odd jobs. 644-8710, 708-0522.

MOVING / YARD SALE – ROUND 2, Saturday, April 25, 8am-3pm, 7513 Adler Road, Summerfield (follow signs from Strawberry Road). Furniture, clothing, garage supplies, toys, tools, household & more! Winsome Forest COMMUNITY YARD SALE, Sat., April 25, 7am-3pm, just east of Witty/Hwy. 158 (use 114 Scarlet Oak, Reidsville, 27320 for GPS). Over 20 families participating! Twin Creeks NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE, Sat., April 25, 7am, 68 to Lemons Loop to Price Farm Rd., Stokesdale. MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Sat., April 25, 8am-12n, Wilson Farm Rd., Summerfield, 27358. Too many things to list! MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE, Sat., April 25, 7am-12n, Jessup Ridge neighborhood, off Cedar Hollow Rd., Greensboro. Furniture, toys, clothes, household items, etc. MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Sat., April 25, 8am, 2047 Beeson Rd,. Oak Ridge. Rain or shine. Exercise equip., furniture, jewelry, etc. HUGE GARAGE / MOVING SALE, Sat., April 25, 7am-1pm, 8509 Grace Meadow Court, Stokesdale. YARD SALE, Sat., April 25, 8am-1pm, 4814 Carlson Valley Drive, Summerfield. Furniture, framed art, plant pots, canning jars, file cabinets, old toys, basic HH, Wilderness System tandem kayak w/ paddles and life vests ($700). TWO-HOME MOVING SALE, Sat., April 25, 8am-12n, 1782/1784 Ridge Oaks Dr., Oak Ridge. Leather sleeper sofa, chair, curio, desk, lamps, freezer, clothing, instruments, TV, tools, bldg. materials, etc. All must go!

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liers and other high ladder work. Fully insured

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SPRING IS HERE! Tune up, preventive or rebuild on all lawn service/yard equipment. Commercial or residential. Call or text Rick at (336) 5018681. Located in Oak Ridge. Keep it Local!

CARPET REPAIRS & RESTRETCHING

GRADING / HAULING

and bonded, free estimates. (336) 609-0677. www.castleworkswindowcleaning.com.

Licensed/insured. 643-6500.

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OLD SCHOOL

CLEANING

Home Improvement & Repairs

MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE. Free estimates, guaranteed service. 937-5231. CHRISTIAN MOM needs work cleaning houses, running errands. Will clean to ﬁt your budget. Pet taxi/pet sitting also avail. References. Call Laura Bennett, 231-1838. ANA’S HOUSECLEANING. Good references, free est., 25 years exp. 309-0747. DRYER VENT CLEANING, 15% discount for new customers, member of the BBB, fully insured. (336) 643-4593. CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOW CLEANING, gutter cleaning, pressure washing. Fully ins. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873. FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, tillers & gas equipment, most appliances, grills, bikes, etc. (336) 689-4167.

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HOME REPAIR, LLC Lisa & Jerry Potkay, Oak Ridge Bathroom Remodeling | Additions | Decks

(336) 669-7252

oldschoolsjhr@triad.rr.com www.oldschoolsjhr.homestead.com BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics 2014

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. 362-1150.

Professional, Honest, Reliable

MOVING SALE, Sat., April 25, 8am-1pm, 7666 Deboe Rd., Summerﬁeld. Rain date Sunday, 4/26.

HUGE MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Sat., April 25, 7:30am-12n, Hwy. 158, beside Parker’s Restaurant, Stokesdale.

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ANTHONY’S GRADING & HAULING Excavating, land clearing, demolition, dirt available. Zane Anthony, 362-4035. BRAD’S BOBCAT. Debris removal, grading/ hauling, gravel/dirt, driveways. 362-3647.

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Keeping you connected for 18 years . . . and counting! SANDRA’S CLEANING SERVICE, Affordable, experienced, guaranteed svc. 423-3196. PROFESSIONAL HOME CLEANING Affordable prices, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. Free est. Elizabeth, (336) 453-8592.

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AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt available. 602-5820.

BUZZ CUTS LAWN & LANDSCAPE INC. Annual service agreements. Buzz, 509-6464.

BRAD’S BOBCAT. Mulching, landscaping, driveways, gravel, concrete work. 362-3647.

TOO MUCH YARD WORK TO HANDLE? Spring clean up, tree trimming, yard work, seeding and aerating. Honest, reliable & reasonable. (336) 464-5215.

GUTTER CLEANING & LEAF GUARDS. 5 and 6” seamless gutters. Copper rooﬁng. Replacement windows. Free estimates. Call Gary the Gutter Guy. (336) 345-6518. www.a1copperrooﬁng.com.

LAWN CARE / LANDSCAPING CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICE Complete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, 643-9332. CarolinaStumpAndTreeServices.com. TLC LAWN CARE Affordable mowing, seeding, aeration, fertilization and weed control. (336) 681-0097. LITTLE DAVE’S LANDSCAPE MGMT. Your full-service landscape professionals! (336) 362-6181. D & D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION Complete landscaping services. Retaining walls & patios. Member BBB. NC licensed irrigation contractor. 480-4101. MY GROUNDSKEEPER Landscaping and lawn care, shrubs, mulch, cut low limbs and more. Timothy, 643-5154. STUMP GRINDING – FREE ESTIMATES Big or small, we grind them all. 382-3860. 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. AQUA SYSTEMS IRRIGATION. Quality irrigation systems. NC Licensed Contractor. We service all systems. Free est. 644-1174. COLFAX LAWNCARE Complete lawn care maintenance. Mowing, trimming, fertilizing, weed control, pine needles. Res/Comm. Fully insured. Serving the Triad for 26 years. (336) 362-5860. 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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LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS 17-year anniversary special. We will beat your current written price by 15% – guaranteed! Call (336) 601-3796. HOUSE & YARD HOME MAINTENANCE. “Anything to improve your home and property.” Jeff Ziglar, 456-9992 or 643-9609. ONE GUY & A MACHINE LAWN CARE and hardscaping. Maintenance, design, paver patios, block walls, hedges trimmed, beds re-edged, pine needles, mulch, pressure washing, chemical applications, aerating. Licensed & insured. Free est. Call 3824767. www.oneguyandamachine.com. ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call 382-9875. BOWMAN’S LAWN SERVICE Serving the Triad for over 25 years. Trusted, professional lawn care. Free est. 749-1307. 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 643-9157. TRACTOR FOR HIRE Bush hogging, tilling, fencing, brush/tree removal, hauling and more! (336) 207-6632.

TRU-GREEN TURF & LANDSCAPE Management. Free estimates. (336) 362-6181. GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maintenance. 655-6490.

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GRILLS, FIRE PITS, tankless water heaters. General home repairs. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183. WILHELM POOL SERVICE Full service & supply since 1988. Pool start-ups, liner replacements, salt systems, 24/7 service. (336) 687-1977.

Outdoor kitchens and firepits

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MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone, concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com. SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes. Spring is the perfect time for a new patio! We can help with all of your outdoor living and entertainment spaces! Fire pits, driveways, sidewalks, patios. Give us a call at (336) 399-6619 for all your concrete and landscape needs.

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GUTTER CLEANING, aluminum and copper seamless gutters, replacement windows. Call Gary the Gutter Guy, (336) 345-6518. ON EAGLE’S WINGS residential home design/drafting. Call Patti, (336) 605-0519. LOW-COST GARAGE DOORS. Repair & sales. 35 years exp. (336) 215-2800.

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• Liner replacement • Pool openings • All repairs • Weekly cleaning/maintenance

www.sharkyspoolservices.com ( 336 ) 207.9793 PAINTING & DRYWALL PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, 32 years exp. Sheetrock repair. No job too small. Insured. Call Brad Rogers, 314-3186. PREMIER CONSTRUCTION ROOFING Interior sheetrock repair, rotten wood, all painting & carpentry needs. 545-3277 any time. STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com.

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BEK Paint Co. Residential & Commercial

(336) 931-0600

BEKPaintCompany.com • References Available • Licensed & Insured • All Work Guaranteed

PLUMBING JDB PLUMBING. Repair, remodel, well pump. Lic/Ins. Accepts all major credit cards. Ofﬁce 656-0019, cell 382-6905. 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/Ins. Call Mark for savings. 337-7924.

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

RENOVATION WORKS INC. New construction, remodeling, kitchen and bath, additions, decks & patios. Call (336) 427-7391 or www.myrenovationworks.com. 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.

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Services TM Construction , INC

BUILDING | RENOVATIONS | ADDITIONS

Outdoor living | Fire pits | Roof replacements

644-8615 office 508-5242 cell

SUPERIOR WASH. Exterior cleaning: houses, decks, driveways. Mobile unit w/

Licensed & insured

hot water & 425 gallon storage tank. Lic. &

NC Gen. Contractor #72797

Windows, vinyl, concrete, pool decks, drain jetting. 15% off any cleaning. Fully insured. (336) 402-7726.

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

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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. BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens & baths, rotted wood, custom decks, garages, siding, windows, rooﬁng specials. Sr. discounts, 35 years exp. 362-6343.

NORTHWEST ART FRAMING Fine, affordable framing. “Northwest Art

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC.

Framing is a ﬁnd!” – Kate in W/S. Steve

Roof Replacements / Repairs Siding & Windows Custom Decks / Porches General Home Repairs Remodeling / Painting

COMPUTER REPAIRS $99.

30 yrs exp • Workmanship guarantee Insurance specialists

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FREE Estimates Insured & Dependable

ROOFING 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. 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. PREMIER ROOFING CONSTRUCTION Insurance specialist, free inspections, residential & commercial. 545-3277 anytime. 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.

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ins. Free est. Call Mike Dixon, 601-7444. ALL-PRO POWER WASHING

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Meticulously Detailed COMPLETE AUTO DETAILING. Thorough washing, wax, paint decontamination, headlight restoration, paint coating, trim restoration, paint correction and more! Visit my website at http:// low98ranger.wix.com/meticulouslydetailed or e-mail at MeticulouslyDetailed@outlook. com. (336) 337-3151. FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, tillers, gas equip., bikes, grills, metal and electrical items. (336) 689-4167.

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Used computers, website design. Info at ITBASICS.COM – (336) 643-0068. Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons.

 MISC. FOR SALE NAVY LEATHER LIFT CHAIR, purchased in October 2014. $1,200. Must pick up. (336) 992-0899. BROYHILL 5-PIECE BEDROOM suite, solid wood, excellent quality & condition, King frame, includes mattress & box if needed, $2,500 obo. One-carat diamond ring, $800 obo. (336) 587-5167. KNIGHTS PRODUCE & PLANTS Flowers, vegetable plants, hanging baskets. 14809 Hwy. 158, Summerﬁeld. 708-0485. ALL NEW MATTRESS SETS. Still in plastic, w/ warranty. Twin, $99; Full, $109; Queen, $129; King, $191. Can deliver, layaway available. Mattress Outlet. 992-0025.

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dREAMCATCHER STABLES of oAk RidgE, LLC. Boarding | Training Lessons 336.688.4718

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BOARDING / PET SITTING FREE REIN STABLES, LLC – Stall open for full board, $270/month. Please call with any question. Eliot, (336) 508-0694. PRIVATE PASTURE AND BARN with 2 stalls and tack room for rent for 2 horses. Summerﬁeld, off Pleasant Ridge Road. (336) 643-9676. OAK RIDGE PET SIT SERVICES “Keeping you & your pets on schedule.” Oak Ridge & nearby areas. 7 yrs. exp., insured.

LOOKING FOR A 3BR HOME in the country w/ room for horses on quiet road. Rent/ buy. Thanks! (336) 337-7921.

HOMES FOR RENT ROOM FOR RENT, male or female, private home in Summerﬁeld. Personal bath, full house access. Pets OK. $450-500/mo. includes Dish and Wi-Fi. Share electric/gas (about $75/mo.). Available immediately. Contact me at (336) 643-1550. SUMMERFIELD, small 2BR, 1BA mobile home off Scalesville Road. One acre, fridge and stove included. $500/mo., $500 security deposit. (336) 643-6188. MOBILE HOME FOR RENT, Northern School district. 3BR, 1.5BA, private lot, Summerﬁeld area. No pets, one-year lease required, $625/ mo., $625 dep. (336) 643-5022.

HOMES FOR SALE

CAROLINA MARINA, 214 Pelican Drive. Jet ski lift, boat slip, 40’ covered deck, park model, water front. $95,000. Ken, (336) 337-9268.

LAND FOR SALE STOKESDALE, 7920 Lester Road, 33+ acres, approx. 2-acre stocked pond, some hardwoods, deep well, 3 barns, old log cabin (poor cond.), 15’ easement, Rockingham Cty. $200,000. 643-5106 or 855-3049.

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

PET ads for readers who have found a lost pet and are trying to locate the owner. Call Laura to place your FOUND PET ad. (336) 644-7035, ext. 10.

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8805 E. Pepper Court, Oak Ridge Immaculate custom home with fabulous kitchen. Great room with cathedral ceiling, stone fireplace and access to screened porch. Master suite on main level features new shower, large soaking tub and walk-in closet. Desirable area with top schools!

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

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SUMMERFIELD, 3.23 acres w/ 1,425 sq. ft. house built in 1984 in the heart of Summerﬁeld. $225,000. (336) 643-6735.

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8899 Cravenwood Drive, Oak Ridge Immaculate, like-new condition and one owner! Desirable floor plan with master suite on main level. Impressive great room with high ceiling, entertainment center and twosided fireplace. Chef’s kitchen, elegant office on the first floor and bonus room.

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COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER/ PUBLISHING CO. PS Communications/NWO ..................31

EVENTS Kernersville Spring Folly .........................9 Spring Parade of Homes .......................3 Sutler’s Spirits Grand Opening...............5

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New Garden Landscape & Nursery .....10 Pest Management Services..................21 ProStone, Inc. .......................................8 Southern States ..............................Insert

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LEGAL SERVICES Attorney Bill Barbour .............................6

MEDICAL Eagle Physicians at Oak Ridge .............12 LeBauer Health Care .............................2

PET SERVICES KPS – Kelly’s Pet Services ....................23 Northwest Animal Hospital ..................23 Westergaard Kennels.............................4

REAL ESTATE A New Dawn Realty ............................23 Berkshire Hathaway Home Services ....13 Bobbie Gardner, Keller Williams...........23 Cox Team, Keller Williams .....................5 Ramilya Siegel, Allen Tate .....................8 Smith Marketing, Inc. ..........................20

RETAIL BiRite Food Center ................................7 Carpet Super Mart..........................16-17 Goodwill Industries .............................. 11

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