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‘And the Beat Goes On’ Event to beneﬁt infant heart recipient by GERRI HUNT SUMMERFIELD – Seven-monthold Jax Bunton is all smiles. And so are his parents, Chris Bunton and Mercedes Ingram. But it’s been a tough road for the family in the short time since little Jax arrived on Oct. 2, 2014, a seemingly healthy baby. “At just over two months old, he got sick, and his temperature was really low. It was just weird,” said Bunton. They brought him to the hospital, and were told it was probably reflux. But he was having problems breathing.

“Shortly after we arrived at the ER he went into cardiac arrest,” said Ingram. “We stood there and watched them give Jax CPR… a sight that will haunt us forever.”

It was Dec. 10, 2014, and Jax was airlifted to Duke Hospital for immediate surgery, put on a machine that “plays as his heart and lungs,” she said. Diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy, a disease of the heart muscle, the couple was told he would need a heart. “We lost our home, jobs and savings, and had no choice but to leave our rental home [in

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Photos courtesy of the Ingram-Bunton family

Prior to having a heart transplant, Baby Jax, hooked up to medical equipment, spends time outside with his parents, Mercedes Ingram and Chris Bunton. Jax received a new heart in March, when he was 5 months old.

Bank robber makes off with undisclosed sum by PATTI STOKES SUMMERFIELD – The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a bank robbery that occurred May 26 at the Bank of Oak Ridge’s Summerfield branch on U.S. 220 North.

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The Bank of Oak Ridge’s Summerﬁeld branch was robbed at gunpoint on May 26.

About 15 minutes before the bank’s 6 p.m. closing time, a black male, 5’6, medium build, wearing dark clothing and a dark bandana, entered the bank armed with a handgun and demanded cash from the tellers. The robber

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NCDOT mailing customer survey RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation has begun mailing its first-ever yearly customer survey. Randomly-selected citizens will receive a paper copy in the mail to help NCDOT find out what they think about various services. Additional citizen feedback will be collected online. The survey will gauge the department’s customer service and help identify ways to make transportation services saf-

er, more efficient and customer focused. Mailed surveys must be returned by mid-June. The online survey closes June 12. Anyone who would like to take the survey is asked to visit go.ncsu.edu/ customerservice2015. It takes about 15 minutes to complete; the survey link is mobile friendly. The results will be available to the public at www.NCDOT.gov in September.

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OAK RIDGE – Business is booming at 68 Place, a commercial development built in 2007 on eight acres on N.C. 68, just south of N.C. 150. The existing three buildings in the development total 36,000 square feet of retail and professional office space. This summer SNAP Fitness plans to swallow up an extra 1,240 square feet between it and Carr Veterinary Hospital, which will expand the gym to 3,600 square feet.

And come June, Oak Ridge native Kelli Frazier will open a lifestyle boutique, 220 South, in a 900-square-foot space between LeBauer Healthcare and Gate City Financial Advisors. The boutique will also house event planning and design consultation services. With the buildings at 100 percent occupancy, Weyhill Properties is turning its attention to Phase II, which will include a fourth building to be constructed in the southeast corner of the property. The 16,000-square-foot building will have two stories and a lobby with an

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e-mail: questions@ nwobserver.com I have noticed more and more tractor trailers traveling on Pleasant Ridge Road and Strawberry Road in Summerfield. Are there any restrictions on such vehicles traveling on those roads? If not, how does one go about having the appropriate regulatory body consider the issue of whether such vehicles should be restricted from traveling on these roads?

Mike Mills, an engineer with the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Division 7 office, says there are no truck restrictions on Pleasant Ridge Road or Strawberry Road “at this time.” On Sept. 7, 2004, Summerfield Road northward to N.C. 150 was designated as a “No Through Trucks” route, which prohibits vehicles with three or more axles from traveling that stretch of road. The entire length of N.C. 65 received the same designation four years later. Individuals concerned about restricting certain types of vehicles on secondary roads are encouraged to first speak with someone at their local municipality. “If there is an interest in restricting truck traffic on Pleasant Ridge Road and Strawberry Road within the Town of Summerfield, we would need a Resolution of Support from the town and a formal request that we restrict the trucks traveling on these roads,” says Mills. “Next, we would review [the town’s] request, and if

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northern Greensboro],” said Ingram. “We might have lost everything, but that doesn’t matter … we just want our son to live.”

“He’s able to sit up more. He’s a happy baby,” said Bunton. “His smile and laugh are infectious… he lights up the room. I’m so proud of my boy.”

The family moved into the Ronald McDonald House for about four months, while Jax stayed at Duke Hospital.

For now, home is with Jax’s grandparents in Summerfield, Amy and Larry Ingram. Bunton estimates the transplant cost $5 million, and Jax needs special equipment and medication that insurance won’t pay for.

Then the call came. Jax was getting a new heart. “Mercedes called me at work and said, ‘We got it,’” said Bunton. “I thought she was joking.” His surgery was set for midnight. “Exactly three months to the day he was admitted to Duke, our sweet baby boy received his new heart,” said Ingram. “March 10, 2015 at 8:11 a.m. is his ‘heart birthday.’” Jax finally went home after 151 days in the hospital.

The Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) will hold a fundraiser for Jax, “And the Beat Goes On,” on Sunday, May 31, 2 to 6 p.m. at The Gardens at Gray Gables, 4105 Oak Ridge Road, Summerfield. All proceeds will assist with Jax’s transplant-related expenses. The event will feature a car show and chili cook off, both judged by the public. Chili makers include Cincy’s Chicago Style Chili, The Cook King,

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fled in an unknown direction with an undisclosed amount of cash. Det. Justin Wright with the sheriff’s department’s Major Crimes division said the department is still in the process of verifying whether anyone else was waiting outside for the robber, and how and in what direction the robber left the bank. “We are very thankful for the safety of our Bank of Oak Ridge family members,” said Brady Young, senior vice president for Bank of Oak Ridge. “Their experience and training prepared them to handle the unfortunate situation in the best possible manner. The care and

support of our clients and our community has been overwhelming and is very much appreciated.” Anyone with information about this crime or the identity of the suspect is asked to call Detective J.N. Wright at (336) 641-5971 or Crime Stoppers at (336) 373-1000. Crime Stoppers will pay a cash reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to the arrest or indictment of the individual(s) responsible. Footage from the bank’s video surveillance system can be viewed at Facebook.com/Northwest Observer (see post on May 27).

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A benefit recital will be held on Saturday, May 30, 4-6 p.m. at Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church, 2416 Oak Ridge Road in Oak Ridge. Bardales will perform a violin concerto by Max Bruch. There will be additional works performed by his father, Carlos Bardales, a cellist, and other musicians. A reception follows the concert, with light food and drink and an opportunity to meet the musicians. Donations of any size are greatly appreciated. Checks made out to Carlos Bardales can be brought to the recital, or mailed to Alice Woods, 8307 Linville Oaks Drive, Oak Ridge, NC 27310.

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STOKESDALE town council

May 4 / MEETING HIGHLIGHTS as reported by PATTI STOKES  Mayor Randy Braswell called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.

SHERIFF’S REPORT  Dep. Scott Casey said that, except when exempted by N.C. Department of Transportation, twin trailers are permitted only on U.S. highways. H said he confirmed a map on DOT’s website indicating where twin trailers are permitted is up-to-date, and will start contacting companies whose trucks are hauling twin trailers on N.C. 68 and N.C. 65.

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“If a truck driver has a North Carolina driver’s license, they know they’re not supposed to have tandem trailers on state highways. Our major culprit is southbound truck drivers headed to Kernersville,” Casey said.

 Mary Maness, one of only five citizens in attendance, asked about the dangerous situation with Clintwood Drive, which dead ends just south of the N.C. 68 and U.S. 158 intersection and is used as an “on ramp” to N.C. 68. Casey said he recently gave a man a ticket for careless and reckless driving at that location.

NEW BUSINESS  5  0 to approve the annual au-

and federal funding for disaster recovery.

GrowinGreen proposal. Braswell said Stokesdale Parks and Rec had authorized $2,678 for a chemical maintenance program on the town park’s athletic fields.

 5  0 to approve sending the town’s existing mitigation plan back to Guilford County’s Emergency Management Department with no changes.

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to approve a merchant agreement with Fidelity Bank to accept VISA, MasterCard and Discover credit card payments online.

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to contract with GrowinGreen to perform core aeration, vericutting and top dressing services on Fields 1 and 2, at a total cost of $5,000. to allocate up to $2,700 for pine needles and spreading at Town Hall. Security system. Councilman Frank Bruno said the DVR for the security system at Town Hall has been overheating. He recommended spending $250 for Toshiba to diagnose the problem.

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to adopt ordinances lowering speed limits on Meadow Springs Drive, Springdale Meadow Drive and Spring Birch Terrace in Springdale Subdivision to 25 mph, based on NCDOT

to seek three estimates for a new security camera system. Hazard mitigation plans. Bruno and council members Joe Thacker and Vicki WhiteLawrence attended meetings to update Guilford County’s hazard mitigation plan for disasters. Having the plan puts local municipalities in position to receive state

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to authorize disposition of a Toshiba copier, which is 14 years old and has no trade-in or market value. Community Day. Bruno said he was very happy with the turnout at Stokesdale Community Day on May 2. Woodmen of the World gave away 196 hot dogs, and about 60 pounds of food and cash donations were collected for Good Samaritan Ministries. Trails. Bruno attended the first Guilford County Trails Summit at Haw River State Park; he would like to form a Mountainsto-Sea Trail Committee.

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terest in hooking up to the system, and residents who opt for a deposit refund would pay a tap fee at the current rate if a waterline is ever run to their property.

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 5  0 to approve the letter but add a 30-day deadline for responding. The letter will be sent by certified mail with a return receipt, and require a notarized signature. Thacker offered to contact anyone who doesn’t return it.

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 4  1 to purchase Hersey meters with AMR (Automatic Meter Reader) capability. (After Braswell made the motion, the council discussed at length which manufacturer, Hersey or Badger, to purchase the meters from, and whether to pay more for the AMR capability, which will save time and give more accurate meter readings). Thacker, who preferred Badger meters, voted against. 50

to purchase 15 Hersey meters with AMR capability, at a cost of $180 each ($110/meter and $70/transmitter), and priced to yield the same profit margin as the current meters.

 5  0 to purchase 20 dechlorination tablets for water that is flushed, one locking collar and one water meter adjustable stand for a total of $609.75.

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 Mary Maness expressed frustration over water lines still not being run to her home on Tree Court (off McCrory Road near downtown Stokesdale). “Don’t tell me you can’t afford it, because I don’t believe it,” Maness said. “I am sick of drinking bottled water – I can’t even water my flowers.” “I feel we’re digging (the water system) out of a big hole and we’re making progress,” Braswell said. “We’re working on it … we’re building a chlorinator just to keep from dumping out water. The year I came here (as mayor), we had a $126,000 loss (on the water system, which includes depreciation) … This is bigger than just running a line down Tree Court …”

Letter to potential water customers. About 12 years ago, 50 residents made a $200 deposit to hook up to the town’s water system if a waterline was run to their property. Thacker presented a draft letter to verify those property owners’ in-

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FINANCIAL REPORT  Finance officer (and town clerk) Carolyn Joyner gave a quick financial overview, noting assets in the water enterprise account increased last month.

 5  0 to purchase a defibrillator for Town Hall, at a cost of $1,079; a training session was scheduled for May 11. FY 2015-2016 draft budget. Joyner presented the draft budget for next fiscal year, pointing out it included no property tax. “We are receiving enough revenue to operate the town and cover expenses without dipping into reserves,” she noted. Though not enough to cover annual depreciation on the water system, $28,400 will be allocated for depreciation, which was “a step in the right direction,” Joyner said. To stay in line with an anticipated rate increase from Winston-Salem this fall, council will consider a rate increase for water system customers of about 85 cents per 1,000 gallons consumed (the average family uses 5,000 gallons/month).

 5  0 to advertise a budget public hearing for the June 11 council meeting. COUNCIL COMMENTS  Thacker said it was good to see all the employee cars in the parking lot of the former Burlington Industries building on U.S. 158.  Bill Jones thanked Joyner for her work on the budget.  Bruno thanked everyone who helped with Stokesdale Community Day.  White-Lawrence thanked Braswell and said she didn’t think people realized how many hours he gave to the town. The meeting adjourned at 10:37 p.m.

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an unknown person removed a handgun and a knife, valued at $610, from a locked glove box in the victim’s pickup truck.

DAMAGE TO PROPERTY May 19 | A resident of Benbow Merrill Road in Oak Ridge reported that sometime between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., an unknown person broke a door latch on a building, causing about $30 in damage. Nothing appeared disturbed or missing. May 21 | A cargo trailer belonging to the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office was damaged when an unknown person punched a hole in the rear door ramp. The trailer was parked behind the Summerfield Fire Department.

FRAUD May 19 | A resident of Daltonshire Drive in Oak Ridge reported that an unknown person used the victim’s debit card information to make an unauthorized purchase of $100 at a Virginia gas station, where the victim had stopped to purchase fuel while traveling. May 19 | A resident of Cravenwood Drive in Oak Ridge reported that an unknown person used the victim’s credit card information to make an unauthorized purchase of $327.11 at a grocery store in Salisbury.

MISCELLANEOUS May 17 | A 19-year-old Greensboro man was arrested after deputies were called to Lowes Foods, located at N.C. 150 and Church Street, regarding suspicious subjects who appeared to be tampering with vehicles in the parking lot. The man, who appeared to be intoxicated, became combative with deputies and struck one of them in the mouth with his elbow while he was being placed under arrest. The man was charged with possession of a

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STUDENT PROFILES Thanks to the coaches and teachers at Northern and Northwest High Schools for their student recommendations and input, which make it possible to recognize these talented, dedicated students for their accomplishments in academics, athletics and cultural arts. Pre-game ritual: “I usually listen to music.”

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Coach Richard Burton on Ashton Gilbert: “Ashton is what you want in an athlete; hard-working and willing to do whatever it takes for her team to be the best.”

Track & Field ASHTON GILBERT, senior Role(s) on the team: Team captain, 4x100 meters, 4x200 meters, 100 meters, 200 meters and long jump Hometown: Greensboro Toughest class: Honors Health Science II Future plans: Attend UNC-Pembroke for nursing Most admired athlete: (Pro basketball player) LeBron James Favorite athletic team: Oklahoma City Thunder Favorite food: Pizza Favorite musician: (Canadian rapper) Drake Favorite movie: “Dear John” Any siblings? A younger brother, Elijah Best vacation ever: Cruise to the Bahamas Years in the northern area: 17 Dream job: Registered nurse Something not everyone knows about me: “I don’t wear socks with my shoes.” Nickname: “Ashhy”

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ELIZABETH POLLARD, senior Position/role: Captain / defense Hometown: Summerfield Toughest class: AP Calculus AB Extracurricular activities: National Honor Society, Beta Club and Fellowship of Christian Athletes Future plans: Attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Most admired athlete: Peyton Manning (NFL Denver Broncos) Favorite athletic team: UNC Tar Heels Favorite food: Chicken Alfredo Favorite band: Journey (rock band) Favorite movies: “The Blind Side” and “The Sandlot” Any siblings? One younger brother Best vacation ever: Beach with family

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Nickname: “Pollard” Pre-game ritual: Special handshake with coach Coach Karin Flippen on Elizabeth Pollard: “Elizabeth Pollard is an integral part of our team. She is a senior captain and a top defensive player.”

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Hometown: Colfax Toughest class: Honors Civics and Economics Extracurricular activity: Wrestling Future plans: Play college baseball Most admired athlete: Derek Jeter (retired New York Yankees baseball player) Favorite athletic team: Duke Blue Devils

Future plans: Move to Clearwater, Florida Most admired athlete: (Pro soccer player) Mia Hamm Favorite athletic team: FC Barcelona (professional soccer team) Favorite food: Strawberries Favorite band: Pink Floyd (English rock band)

Favorite musician: J. Cole (rapper)

Favorite movie: “Pulp Fiction”

Favorite movies: “The Wolf of Wall Street” and “Old School”

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Any siblings? One brother and one sister

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Best vacation ever: Florida baseball tournament Years in the northwest area: 18

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Years in the northwest area: Lifelong Something not everyone knows about me: “I hate cats.” Nickname: “Chan” Pre-game ritual: Pray and dance Coach Jason Thomas on Chandler Greene: “Chandler is a captain and leader on the soccer team. She pushes her teammates to work hard and together. I can depend on her to stabilize the team.”

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Maness receives Gold Award Prudential recognizes teen’s work

on the food pyramid, nutrition facts and healthy snacks. She also compiled a 46-page recipe book to leave with the preschool, Megan Maness, a senior at containing healthy and creative Northern Guilford High School, snacks and meal ideas for busy recently received the Girl Scout parents. As a result of this projGold Award. Megan is the daughManess ect, Maness was recognized as ter of Robin and Susie Maness of a Prudential Spirit of Community Summerfield. Distinguished Finalist for North Carolina. Maness’ project involved educating local preschoolers about good nutriManess plans to attend UNC Chapel tion with a series of workshops focused Hill in the fall to study biology/pre-med.

NMS third in ‘Battle of the Books’ Photo courtesy of Strawbridge Studios

Northern Guilford’s Nighthawks, from left, include, (ﬁrst row) Benjamin Marsh, Stanley Dymek, Austin Wyrick, Troy Minor, (second row) Logan King, Shawn Dowtin, Patrick Winicki, Jacob Myers, Justin Jarrett, (third row) Todd Rule, Cole Chapman, Kevin Bell, Joshua Pike, Cameron Cotter, Brandon Brothers, (fourth row) head coach Landon Kimrey, assistant coach David Brame, John Clark Ouzts, assistant coach Brad Poe, and manager Nicholas Walsh.

by L.A. LOGAN With only two seniors, the majority of the Northern Guilford baseball players lacked on-the-field experience, but that didn’t matter as they ground their way to the third round of the 3A NCHSAA Baseball Championships. “We found ways to win,” said fifth-year Northern head baseball coach Landon Kimrey. “Hopefully that continues (next year).” As the underclassmen, like sophomore pitcher Cameron Cotter, gained confidence during the season, they focused their attention on detail instead of the team’s lack of experience. “All of us have had to step up our game to contribute to the team,” he said. To close out the season, the Nighthawks won eight of their last 10 games, including the playoffs. “Our pitching staff was outstanding,” said Kimrey. “Sophomore pitchers Cameron Cotter and Josh Pike had breakout seasons filling in as conference starters with veteran senior pitcher Kevin Bell being injured.”

Kimrey also noted that the dedication of this team stretches far beyond the field of competition as they helped raise over $11,000 for the Vs. Cancer Foundation in March and volunteered at the Miracle League of High Point, a baseball league for children with special needs. “This team loves doing things that help the community,” said junior centerfielder Patrick Winicki. “Miracle League gives us players a new perspective on how lucky we are to play baseball,” said Cotter.

Photo courtesy of Northern Guilford Middle School

Northern Guilford Middle School students recently took third place in the regional Battle of the Books competition, following a ﬁrst-place win in the countywide middle school category. The team includes, from left, (front) Jackson Cundall, Hannah Koh, Roxy Mulrooney, Abby Oldt, Mattie Ellis, (back) Coach Jacqui McDowell, Ashton McKenzie, Katy Price, Noah Bailey, Jacob Gram, Katie Southwick, Grace Schneider, Kylie LaGamba, and Coach Rachel McConoughey. At the countywide competition, Northwest Middle and Northwest High placed third in their categories. Battle of the Books is a reading incentive program that tests students’ knowledge using a “quiz bowl” format. Students prepare by studying challenging books from a range of authors.

Even though this team didn’t win the state championship, they had fun. “In the dugout, we always have our Old Spice Swagger Scent collection,” said sophomore second baseman JT Jarrett. “When someone is having a bad day, we spray them with ‘Swagger’ to boost their confidence.” That’s what made this group of boys special. “It’s all memories that will last a lifetime,” said Kimrey.

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...continued from p. 3 elevator, said Jim Molinaro, owner of Weyhill Properties. Molinaro said construction will begin after he pre-leases 2,000 to 3,000 square feet of space. “We have it planned for six suites per floor, but we have the ability to look at all options [of dividing or combining the spaces],” said Molinaro, who hopes to attract small professional businesses

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malt beverage/unfortified wine by a person 19/20, assault on a law enforcement officer, and resisting a public officer. May 20 | A Stoneville man was cited for possession of an open container (of alcohol) after the vehicle he was riding in was stopped on N.C. 68 due to the driver having a suspended driver’s license. The driver, a man from Mayodan, was arrested for two outstanding orders for arrest from Rockingham County, and was cited for driving with a revoked license.

THEFT May 17 | A resident of Adkins Road in Colfax reported an unknown person ran through the yard at 2 a.m. and stole a $12 floodlight bulb.

and medical offices. “We would love to get the building up this year, but it depends on how much the activity continues to increase,” he said. “In the last 12 to 15 months, we’ve really seen an increase in smaller businesses that want to be outside the Greensboro market,” said Molinaro. “I think the Lowes Foods expansion and upgrade is helping that, and the stability of the other businesses we manage in Oak Ridge is helping as well.” May 20 | A resident of Peeples Road in Oak Ridge reported observing a relative taking a $2,000 ring from the victim’s home. A warrant charging felony larceny was issued for the suspect. May 20 | A resident of Kinross Drive in Oak Ridge reported that a $3,500 core drill was missing from the shop he uses for his business. May 22 | CVS/pharmacy on U.S. 220 in Summerfield reported that at 2 p.m., an unknown white woman concealed a $3 pack of red plastic cups and a $2 Air Wick plug-in air freshener in her saddle bag and left the store without paying. May 22 | A resident of Pawnee Road in northwest Greensboro reported that a known person has failed to return a laptop computer, valued at $1,000, after taking the computer to perform maintenance work on it.

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GRINS to...  The National Guard for coming out to the Summerfield Founders’ Day events.  Dr. Odom, pastor of Summerfield Baptist Church, for stopping and changing my flat tire. You were truly a blessing!  Mrs. Rolland for your love and dedication to your students. You are appreciated more than words can express!  The merchants and residents of Stokesdale who have supported my daughter’s fundraising efforts on behalf of the Northwest Viking Band over the last four years. Your generosity is truly appreciated.

 The Henson Farms neighborhood HOA board and committee members, all of whom volunteer their time to keep our neighborhood running smoothly.

GRIPES to...  Those who think the “No Passing in Middle Lane” sign on Northwest School Road doesn’t apply to them. My fellow Vikings will understand me when I say I never know if I’ll make it home safely after school every day.  All the truck drivers who continue to drive the double tractor trailers on the country roads where they are not allowed. Saving time is apparently more important than saving lives.  The driver of the red Silverado who hit my car at Rio Grande on May 21 and drove off. I hope someone you respect asks why you have black paint on your car and if you did the right thing.  The owner of the local dry cleaner who ruined my husband’s brand-new dress shirt and would not own up to it or reimburse me for it.  Neighbors who mow their yards every Saturday and Sunday at 7 and 8 p.m. Have a little respect for others who are trying to enjoy the night on their decks and patios!

 Jason Baynes for all his work coaching Stokesdale soccer. He puts in countless hours, is great with the children and is an asset to our community!

 The local grocery store manager who was rude and disrespectful to an employee while I was recently shopping in his store. This is unacceptable.

 The alert staff at both Subway and Rio Grande (in Oak Ridge) for responsibly intervening in what could have been a life-threatening situation on May 24 – and the Guilford County sheriff’s deputies for handling everything so well.

 Northern High School administration for shaming girls for wearing weatherappropriate clothing instead of teaching boys to control themselves.

 Wendy’s of Oak Ridge for following proper flag etiquette on Memorial Day morning, by lowering their flag to halfstaff.

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 Oak Ridge Military Academy and McDonald’s of Oak Ridge for not lowering the flag to half-staff at dawn on Memorial Day morning. If you will not display the flag correctly, don’t display it at all.

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HAIRSTYLIST & NAIL TECH NEEDED at Melda’s Hair Design, Summerﬁeld. 643-7799. FIELD REPRESENTATIVE, Woodmen of the World Life Insurance. Must be outgoing, self-motivated, good networker, community minded. Full beneﬁts, training, licensing provided. Visit woodmen.org and click on career tab for more information, or call Frank Bruno, (336) 337-8473. Hiring? We can help! Place your ad online at www.nwobserver.com.

INDEX Autos for Sale ............................. 18 Employment ................................ 18 Save the Date ............................. 18 Summer Camps .......................... 18 Yard Sales .............................. 18-19 Home Services ....................... 19-21 Misc. Services.............................. 21 Misc. for Sale .............................. 22 Misc. Wanted ............................. 22 Pets/Animals & Services ............... 22 Real Estate .................................. 22

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 SAVE THE DATE RIDGEFEST 2015, Thursday, May 28, through Saturday, May 30, Oak Ridge Town Park. Rides, live music, Classic Car Cruise-in, ﬁreworks and more! See display ad in our May 22 issue for all the details. Mt. Zion United Methodist COMMUNITY DAY, Sat., May 30, 3-6pm, 3708 Ellisboro Road, Stokesdale. FREE & open to the public! Hot dogs & ﬁxings, live Bluegrass bands “Paid For” & “Hard Times,” games galore, cake walk, popcorn, three bouncy houses, door prizes! Lots & lots of fun! RUN THE RIDGE and The Rugged Ridge Obstacle Course, Saturday, May 30, Oak Ridge Town Park. Competitive and casual fun for all ages! For times and registration info, visit merchantsofoakridge.com.

 SUMMER CAMPS

CANINE CAPERS, Saturday, June 6; registration begins at 8am, events at 9am, Oak Ridge Town Park. Contests, dog maze, rafﬂe, demonstration by North Star Bloodhounds Search & Rescue Team, best trick and treat toss contest, and much more! $5 registration per dog. Visit oakridgenc.com or call 644-7009 for more info, or see display ad on page 17.

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 SUMMER CAMPS Northwest Vikings YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP for rising 3rd-8th graders, July 27 through 30, from 8:30-11:30am, Northwest High School Practice Field. Registration forms at www.nwvikingsfootball.net. CAMP WOODMEN SUMMER CAMP, Randleman, NC, July 12-18, July 19-25 and July 26-August 1. Rope courses, swimming, canoeing, archery, arts & crafts, basketball, disc golf and much more! Call Frank Bruno, (336) 337-8473 for more info.

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 YARD SALES YARD SALE, Sat., May 30, 8am-2pm (Rain or shine! Early birds pay extra!), 114 Creekview Dr., Stokesdale. Antiques, collectibles, Christmas, furniture, clothing, more. ESTATE / BASEMENT SALE, Friday & Sat., June 5 & 6, 7am-5pm, Vera McGee’s home, 4414 Ellisboro Road, Stokesdale. Antiques, furniture, costume jewelry, household items, etc. (Rain dates: June 12 & 13). YARD SALE, Sat., May 30, 8am-1pm, 8711 Bromfield Rd., Oak Ridge in Williard Oaks neighborhood. Furniture, gas grill, kitchen items, home goods, clothes, and lots more! MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Saturday, May 30, 7:30am-12n, 6912 & 6905 Maynard Rd,, 6906 Bronco Ln,, Summerfield. Antiques, jewelry, china, fishing, glass, crafts, household & more! MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Sat., May 30, 7:30am-2:30pm, 8107 Hillsdale Rd,, Summerfield, between Scalesville and Whitty Rd. Must be Yard Sale season! To place your Yard Sale ad, visit www.nwobserver.com and click on Place a Classified. Deadline is Monday for each Friday’s issue. TWO-FAMILY YARD SALE in Elmhurst Estates, Sat., May 30, 7:30-11am, 7506 Henfree Drive, Summerfield. Lots of men’s and women’s designer and name brand clothing, baby boy clothing, toys, housewares, stackable washer/dryer, treadmill, more!

 YARD SALES

 HOME SERVICES

YARD AND CRAFT SALE, Sat., May 30, 8am-12n, 2135 Beeson Road, Oak Ridge. Sewing machine, more!

FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push

FLOORING

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

ances, grills, bikes, etc. (336) 689-4167.

MONTERO’S HARDWOOD FLOORING

SANDRA’S CLEANING SERVICE, Afford-

hardwood sanding & ﬁnishing. Commercial

able, experienced, guaranteed svc. 423-3196.

& residential. Insured, 17 yr. exp. Free es-

Installation of hardwood, laminate & tile;

MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE. Free estimates, guaranteed service. 937-5231.

 HOME SERVICES

MAID-2-SHINE. Serving NW area for 10

CLEANING

oriented, prof, bonded, exc. ref. 338-0223.

years. Homes, ofﬁces, move in/out. Detail

ANA’S HOUSECLEANING. Good references, free est., 25 years exp. 309-0747. CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOW CLEANING, gutter cleaning, pressure washing. Fully ins. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873. 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.

“What are the DMV’s hours of operation?” “Who would I call to set up Meals on Wheels?”

timates. Monteros-hardwood-ﬂooring.com. Call (336) 215-8842 or 445-2002. CARPET REPAIRS & RESTRETCHING Licensed/insured. 643-6500.

GENERAL REPAIR & SERVICES

DRYER VENT CLEANING, 15% discount for new customers, member of the BBB, fully insured. (336) 643-4593.

OLD SCHOOL

HOME REPAIR, LLC

DECORATING

Lisa & Jerry Potkay, Oak Ridge

EXPERIENCED INTERIOR DECORATOR & personal furniture shopper will help you with style, color, shopping & furniture place-

Bathroom Remodeling | Additions | Decks

(336) 669-7252

oldschoolsjhr@triad.rr.com www.oldschoolsjhr.homestead.com

ment. E-mail appeninc@gmail.com or call Ann Appenzeller, (336) 314-1411.

BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics 2014

GREENERTIMES SMALL ENGINE Sales & service center. 9428 NC 65, Stokesdale. (336) 312-3844 mobile or (336) 548-9286 ofﬁce. LAWN EQUIPMENT SERVICE Tune up, preventive or rebuild on all lawn service/yard equipment. Commercial or residential. Call or text Rick at (336) 501-8681. Located in Oak Ridge. Keep it Local! Tell our readers about your business! Call Laura for more information. (336) 644-7035, ext. 10.

GRADING / HAULING

Home Improvement & Repairs

Professional, Honest, Reliable

MOVING SALE, Sat., June 6, 8am-2pm, 8500 Billet Place, Oak Ridge. Home goods, electronics, lawn & garden equip., tools, 12’ ladder, luggage, pre-lit Christmas & PomPom trees, much more.

mowers, tillers & gas equipment, most appli-

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.

“Are there any financial advisors in this area?”

“Can I reserve a pavilion at Oak Ridge Town Park?”

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“We just moved here and need a good dentist.”

Find the answer to these questions and more in the FINDER. It’s jam-packed with valuable information for northwest Guilford County residents.

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 HOME SERVICES

ANTHONY’S GRADING & HAULING Excavating, land clearing, demolition, dirt available. Zane Anthony, 362-4035.

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.

MY GROUNDSKEEPER Landscaping and lawn care, shrubs, mulch, cut low limbs and more. Timothy, 643-5154.

BRAD’S BOBCAT. Debris removal, grading/ hauling, gravel/dirt, driveways. 362-3647.

GUTTERS / WINDOWS / SIDING 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

GreenScapes Mulch & Pine Needles • Tree Cutting Concrete Sidewalks / Driveways Landscaping • Lot / Land Clearing Stump Grinding / Removal Bobcat & Dump Truck Services Leaf Removal • Parking Lot Cleanup

Call Tony - office (336) 215-4531 BRAD’S BOBCAT. Mulching, landscaping, driveways, gravel, concrete work. 362-3647. 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. 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. 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.

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ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call 382-9875. AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt available. 602-5820. TRACTOR FOR HIRE Bush hogging, tilling, fencing, brush/tree removal, hauling and more! (336) 207-6632. TOO MUCH YARD WORK TO HANDLE? Spring clean up, tree trimming, yard work, seeding and aerating. Honest, reliable & reasonable. (336) 464-5215. GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maintenance. 655-6490.

STUMP GRINDING – FREE ESTIMATES Big or small. George Joyce, (336) 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. WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete lawn care & landscaping. NC lic. irrigation contractor. 20 years exp. Hardscaping, fertilization & weed control. (336) 399-7764.

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

 HOME SERVICES

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

www.sharkyspoolservices.com ( 336 ) 207.9793 WILHELM POOL SERVICE Full service & supply since 1988. Pool start-ups, liner replacements, salt systems, 24/7 service. (336) 687-1977. LOW-COST GARAGE DOORS. Repair & sales. 35 years exp. (336) 215-2800. GUTTER CLEANING, aluminum and copper seamless gutters, replacement windows. Call Gary the Gutter Guy, (336) 345-6518.

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. D & D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION Complete landscaping services. Retaining walls & patios. Member BBB. NC licensed irrigation contractor. 480-4101.

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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.

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

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PAINTING & DRYWALL

POWER WASHING

PREMIER CONSTRUCTION ROOFING Interior sheetrock repair, rotten wood, all painting & carpentry needs. 545-3277 any time.

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

CARLOS & SON PAINTING, interior & exterior, pressure washing. Free est., lic/ins. Call Carlos, (336) 669-5210. STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com. PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, 32 years exp. Sheetrock repair. No job too small. Insured. Call Brad Rogers, 314-3186.

BEK Paint Co. Residential & Commercial David & Judy Long, owners

(336) 931-0600

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 HOME SERVICES

PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Call Crystal Clear. Fully insured. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873. SUPERIOR WASH. Exterior cleaning: houses, decks, driveways. Mobile unit w/ hot water & 425 gallon storage tank. Lic. & ins. Free est. Call Mike Dixon, 601-7444.

BUILDING | RENOVATIONS | ADDITIONS

Screened porches | Sunrooms | Patios

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

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

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.

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

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

REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION

ON-TARGET

We design/install organized solutions for garage, pantry closet, office and more

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC.

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. Your business should be here!

Let us introduce you to our readers – all 25,000 of them! Call Laura, (336) 644-7035 for more info. BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLAR No job too small! Experienced, guaranteed. Lic/Ins. Call Mark for savings. 337-7924. JDB PLUMBING. Repair, remodel, well pump. Lic/Ins. Accepts all major credit cards. Ofﬁce 656-0019, cell 382-6905.

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

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Construction Services, INC

 HOME SERVICES 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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 MISC. SERVICES WRITING COACH / TUTOR to aid with college essays, SAT, AP. Mr. Moore, BA, MA, 30 years exp. GDS. Risehigh6b@aol.com, (336) 379-1319. FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, tillers, gas equip., bikes, grills, metal and electrical items. (336) 689-4167. MUSIC LESSONS IN STOKESDALE. Visit www.oaklevelmusic.com for more info. COMPUTER REPAIRS $99. Used computers, website design. Info at ITBASICS.COM – (336) 643-0068. Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons.

30 yrs exp • Workmanship guarantee Insurance specialists

(336) 644-1580

FREE Estimates Insured & Dependable

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. JLB REMODELING, INC. NC GC license #69997. Free estimates. Insured. Custom remodeling & additions. Call 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com.

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

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.

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(336) 643-9963 • 8207 B & G Court, Stokesdale NORTHWEST ART FRAMING Fine, affordable framing. “NWAF is my choice for framing” – Adele in Brown Summit. Steve Maloy, owner. Call for appt., (336) 644-1911.

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 MISC. FOR SALE

 MISC. WANTED

 REAL ESTATE

Full-leather ETHAN ALLEN SOFA, brown, 84” long, $800. Call 298-7727.

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

HOMES FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

KNIGHTS PRODUCE & PLANTS Flowers, vegetable plants, hanging baskets. 14809 Hwy. 158, Summerﬁeld. 708-0485.

 PET / ANIMAL SERVICES

HOUSES FOR SALE, 2 and 3BR, 1 or 1.5 BA, to be moved to your lot. Must have your own property. (336) 342-9782.

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

2006 Fleetwood Wilderness Advantage 5TH WHEEL CAMPER, $15,995. Bunkhouse, sleeps 10, 1 slide, many upgrades. For additional details, call (336) 451-1414.

2002 Coleman Utah POP-UP CAMPER, great condition, clean, two king beds, indoor and outdoor stoves, front storage pod, fridge, heat and a/c, slide-out dining area. $4,200. Text or call (336) 601-9171 for info and photos.

BOARDING / PET SITTING 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, www.petsit.com/kps. HORSE BOARDING, Green Acres Horse Farm, Stokesdale area. Full board & pasture board, riding trails, lots of green pastures. (336) 707-7118.

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ALL NEW MATTRESS SETS. Still in plastic, w/ warranty. Twin, $99; Full, $109; Queen, $129; King, $191. Can deliver, layaway available. Mattress Outlet. 992-0025.

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www.nwobserver.com  MISC. WANTED CASH for riding & push mowers needing repair or free removal if unwanted. Also free pickup of grills, tillers, etc. (336) 689-4167.

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

HOMES FOR SALE

Selling or renting? Reach 25,000 readers every week! CAROLINA MARINA, ‘96 Dutchman, EC, sleeps 8, huge double deck, lake view, $63,000 negotiable. (336) 209-6326. SUMMERFIELD, 3.23 acres w/1,425-sq.-ft. house built in 1984 on Deboe Road in Summerﬁeld. $225,000. (336) 643-6735.

VACATION PROPERTY SOUTH BEACH RESORT, 2BR condo for rent, June 20-June 27, Myrtle Beach, SC. 2BA, full kitchen, 3 pools. Call for details or check-out online. One of two that we own. Seven nights, $1,475. Call (336) 392-3588 or email dmlindsey@outlook.com.

HOMES FOR SALE

4300 Vinsanto Way, Summerfield The Vineyards

Custom 4 BR / 4½ BA home with every detail and update. Gourmet cook’s kitchen. Neighborhood barbecues on the deck. Movie night in the home theater. Nature trail entrance just steps away. Car lift in garage adds space for fourth car. Nestled on a private 1.43 acre lot with forested backdrop.

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KOJI is an energetic two-year, two-monthold male Labrador Retriever mix who would be ideal for an active adopter who will take him out for walks or jogs often. Koji is neutered and ready to go home today. For more information on Koji, or to learn about other animals at the Guilford County Animal Shelter, visit adoptshelterpets.org, or call (336) 297-5020.

 REAL ESTATE HOMES FOR RENT OAK RIDGE, 2BR, 2BA duplex, $700/mo. Call (336) 706-1887.

5001 Leadenhall Road, Oak Ridge Totally updated home with a ‘to-die-for’ cook’s kitchen! Top-of-the-line finishes, cabinets, appliances and more! No room overlooked. Fenced yard for your four legged friends. Only $389,500!

DeDe Cunningham Realtor ® / Broker NC Licensed Contractor Chairman’s Circle Award

(336) 509-1923 dedesellsthetriad@gmail.com

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Room for your friends! 10.79 ac ... 3,800+ SF home. 8-stall barn/arena Northwest High School. $895,000 11.74 ac .... 6,000+SF home. 2 barns + arena Northwest schools. $739,000 20.0 ac ..... 5,500+ SF home. Lake & outbuilding Northern schools. $1,599,000

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

HOME PRODUCTS & SERVICES

PET SERVICES

Piedmont Truck Tires, Inc. ....................9

New Garden Landscape & Nursery .......6 Paradise Decking...................................7 Pest Management Systems....................3 ProStone, Inc. .....................................16

Northwest Animal Hospital ..................13 Veterinary Hospital at Oak Ridge.........13 Westergaard Kennels.............................4

INSURANCE

A/C & HEATING

EVENTS

Attorney Bill Barbour ...........................12

A New Dawn Realty ............................13 Bill Guill, Allen Tate..............................22 Bobbie Gardner, Keller Williams...........13 Dede Cunningham, Allen Tate ............22 Nancy Hess, Berkshire Hathaway ........22

Stokesdale Heating & Air.....................10 Velocity Air, Inc. ....................................4

Town of Summerfield Kids in Motion .....5

MEDICAL

RETAIL

LeBauer Health Care ...........................12

BiRite Food Center ................................8 Roomer Has It ..................................... 11

CHURCHES First Baptist Church, Summerfield........10

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Tricia McCormick...................................3

GTCC ....................................................2

LEGAL SERVICES Canine Capers ....................................17 Music in the Park ...................................5

ACCOUNTING Kimberly Thacker Accounting..............13 Samuel Anders, CPA, MSA, PC ...........13

HAIR CARE / NAILS / TANNING POSH Hair Studio................................13

PRESCHOOLS Little Learners Schoolhouse.................13 ORPC Preschool ..................................15

REAL ESTATE

YOUTH SPORTS / CAMPS NC Baseball Academy .........................14

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