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Tide is ‘The house that God built’ turning for A ﬁre set by an arsonist destroyed Gideon Grove’s sanctuary in December 2012, but not its spirit by PATTI STOKES

Photo by Patti Stokes/NWO

STOKESDALE – On the night of Dec. 23, 2012, and into Christmas Eve morning, Gideon Grove United Methodist Church’s sanctuary burned. The sanctuary, built when the church was founded in 1894, was destroyed. In the almost two-and-one-half years since that tragedy occurred, Rev. Wanda Lancaster and

...continued on p. 24 Bottom, at left: A ﬁre set by an arsonist destroyed Gideon Grove United Methodist Church’s sanctuary on Dec. 23, 2012, and on into Christmas Eve morning. Top, at left: After a two-and-one-half-year journey, Gideon Grove United Methodist has been rebuilt; the congregation invites the community to celebrate on Open Door Sunday, June 14. File photo

Virginia man dies in N.C. 68 wreck DOT worker sustains injuries by GERRI HUNT NW GUILFORD – One man died and a North Carolina DOT worker was injured when a tractor-trailer rear-ended an SUV on the afternoon of Monday, June 8. Emergency crews responded to the wreck at 2:35 p.m., on N.C. 68 near N.C. 65 just inside Guilford County. Traffic was rerouted. “DOT workers were limiting lanes,

holding up stop signs and ‘slow’ signs,” said North Carolina State Highway Patrol Trooper Chris Knox. “A tractor-trailer was approaching the area and struck a Nissan SUV from behind. The SUV went off the roadway and struck a DOT worker who was standing outside his truck.”

The DOT worker, 61-year-old James Gladstone of Clemmons, was taken to Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The SUV driver, 72-year-old Stephen Dashoff of Axton, Virginia, was taken to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, where he later died from his injuries.

Karak is charged with misdemeanor death by motor vehicle, stemming from his failure to reduce speed, said Knox, adding that neither speed nor alcohol were an issue.

Knox said the truck driver, 61-yearold Milenko Karak of Greensboro, was not injured.

water system Rate hike may be on tap in November by GERRI HUNT STOKESDALE – The Stokesdale Town Council has reached a milestone of sorts: earmarking money for depreciation in its Water Enterprise Fund. The proposed FY 2015-2016 budget, up for approval at the council’s meeting on June 11, includes $28,400 for depreciation of water system equipment.

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IN THIS ISSUE News in brief........................................ 3 Your Questions .................................... 4 Celebration•Business Notes ................8 Bits & Pieces ........................................ 9 Around Town photos ............................10 Oak Ridge Town Council ................. 12 Community Calendar ...................... 15 High School Sports ........................... 18 Coaches reflect on season ...............19 Kickin’ In for Our Kids ....................... 20 Crime/Incident Report ..................... 22 Grins & Gripes ................................... 25 Classifieds ......................................... 26 Index of Advertisers ......................... 31

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Deputy Scott Casey with Guilford County Sheriff’s Department tickets the driver of a FedEx Ground truck pulling twin trailers just south of the N.C. 68/N.C. 150 intersection on June 5.

NW GUILFORD COUNTY – Since the FedEx Ground hub in Kernersville opened in October 2011, citizens and town officials in Oak Ridge and Stokesdale say they have observed a steady increase in FedEx trucks hauling twin trailers on N.C. 68 and less traveled roads in the two local towns. In response to that increase, town officials have been stepping up efforts to ensure North Carolina’s “no twin trailers on state highways” law is enforced; they maintain that twin trailers (also referred to as tandem trailers) are too long, too heavy, too wide and too tall to travel on two-lane highways and they jeopardize the safety of others on the road. “When you get on N.C. 68 you’ve got crooked highways, and you’re going downhill so the momentum of the truck is making the situation worse... if it starts swinging, it gets magnified, and the next thing you know, he’s (truck driver) going to wipe out a couple of cars,” said Stokesdale Town Councilman Bill Jones during a discussion about twin trailers at a town council meeting earlier this year. Feeling the situation has been worsening, Oak Ridge Mayor Ray Combs wrote a letter to FedEx’s president and CEO last month, asking for the compa-

ny’s “attention to the matter in a timely fashion.” Though the town received a prompt response from a FedEx attorney who offered assurance the matter would be dealt with promptly, town officials say they feel they are being “politely ignored,” as FedEx Ground trucks with twin trailers continue to roll through town. “Obviously, the president of FedEx has no control over his people if he issues what they say he has issued and they blatantly ignore it,” said Mayor Combs at the Oak Ridge Town Council meeting on June 4. “If you happen to see one (truck with twin trailers) and have your phone, try to take a picture,” he urged citizens, saying that having the truck number would provide documentation to take back to FedEx. In the meantime, Stokesdale Deputy Scott Casey says he has contacted 14 companies with operations in Colfax, Kernersville and Greensboro that employ or contract with drivers of trucks hauling twin trailers to remind them of the law prohibiting these vehicles on state highways, and to let them know he and others in law enforcement will be issuing citations to violators.

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This helicopter was spotted coming out of Stokesdale and headed south on N.C. 68 on Thursday, May 28. Photo by Gerri Hunt/NWO

e-mail: questions@ nwobserver.com The Northwest Observer recently posted a picture on Facebook of a helicopter on a trailer in Stokesdale. Someone commented that they saw it flying over their house two days earlier, and someone else said the helicopter is designed to apply forestry and agricultural herbicides. Did anyone ever look into what it was doing in the area?

mit also assists with fire suppression, lifting heavy loads, delivering supplies to remote work sites, and pulling power lines across valleys. The pilots are experienced in flying around power lines, over rugged terrain, and close to structures for inspection. “[In those instances] we’re either spraying the brush underneath the lines, or we’re looking for insulators or splicers

or cross arms, or brush along the rightof-way getting into the power lines,” said Milko. And yes, the company does perform aerial applications of herbicides. “We don’t spray anything that’s hazardous to people. If we’re spraying, it’s herbicides,” said Milko. “Unless you’re made out of wood and cellulose, with leaves and limbs, it won’t affect you.”

Yes. The helicopter was spotted around 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 28, waiting to turn onto N.C. 68 South from Clintwood Drive, just south of U.S. 158. A pickup truck was towing it on the trailer, and the helicopter’s blades were removed. Luckily, we caught the name on the truck door, Summit Helicopters, and gave the business a quick call. Carl Milko, president and director of operations of the 35-year-old company, said the helicopter was just passing through, and had not done any work in the northwest area. It was in transit from its shop in Cloverdale, Virginia, to work on a power line along the South Carolina state line. Summit’s helicopter pilots cover a gamut of operations. They charter for passengers, real estate surveys, aerial photography and cinematography, and offer exclusive services to Primland, a resort in Meadows of Dan, Virginia. Sum-

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With proper authorization from Oak Ridge Town Park, Scout troops are allowed to use this campsite and build ﬁres in the newly constructed ﬁre pit. Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO

I read in the Northwest Observer that a Boy Scout recently built a fire pit in Oak Ridge Town Park. Is the fire pit for everyone’s use – and if so, what are the regulations for using it? As a general rule, fires are not allowed in the park. However, an exception has been made for authorized Scouting events that take place at a Scout campsite which is the result of two Eagle Scout projects. “The Parks and Recreation Commission and (the) town are very supportive of scouting in Oak Ridge and have benefitted greatly from some excellent Eagle Scout projects at Oak Ridge Town Park,” says Bill Edwards, chairman of the commission. Edwards explains that one of the first Eagle Scout projects in the park was completed by Jeremy Carter, who designed and constructed a small Scout campsite. Alec Johnson recently added a fire pit and benches for his Eagle Scout project. “Scouts, accompanied by adult leaders, are allowed to use the campsite to develop skills in camping, cooking, safety, hiking, environment, etc.,” says Edwards. “Troop leaders must notify the Parks & Recreation director prior to any overnight event and if authorized, they are responsible for the safe and prudent use of the site.”

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Guilford County Deputy Planning Director Les Dischinger said lots in the proposed de- Eger shows the Stokesdale Planning Board a velopment will average 20,000 to 24,000 map of a proposed development on Eversﬁeld Road at Treeline Road. square feet – comparable to nearby Angels Glen – with room for a single-family house and septic system. About eight lots will posed development, based on a listing have off-site septic systems. obtained from the county. In response to Zoning Board member “I beg to differ,” said board member Stephen Louie’s concern about water Ronald Southard. “I live right across the runoff, Dischinger said he didn’t anticiroad and I didn’t get one.” pate large water flows from the property Guilford County Deputy Planning because water sheds in multiple directions, Director Les Eger noted that other PD-R and there are streams in common areas. zonings similar to the one being requested

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“When it rains, the water rushes down and goes under the road and onto our two properties,” Harris said. “If they start clearing out land, water will rush down to our land even more.” Dischinger offered to address Harris’ concerns during a subsequent plat review, which would be the next step after rezoning approval. Michele Neal of Treeline Road said she was worried about the view from her home. Dischinger said landscaping will be detailed after zoning is approved, and that he’d be glad to talk with her about it. He announced that letters were sent to area property owners about the pro-

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can be found in and outside the town core, including on the former Dawn Acres Golf Course property, which is currently under development, and Angels Glen. “Our town vision asks for preserving rural character, and in my mind, that means open space,” said Louie. Board members Louie, Stewart Hommel, Mitchael Lawson Sr. and Chairman Mitchael Lawson Jr. voted in favor of recommending approval of the rezoning; Southard, Patrick Sullivan and Sam Pegram voted against it. The Town Council will take the planning board’s recommendation into consideration when it reviews the rezoning request at the town council meeting on June 11, 7 p.m. at Town Hall on Angel Pardue Road.

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SUMMERFIELD – Developers will hold an open house to present plans for “The Farms at Lake Brandt”, a 69-lot development on 132 acres on Lake Brandt Road at Scalesville Road. The event is set for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, at Summerfield Town Hall at 4117 Oak Ridge Road.

Developers Eric Dischinger and Buddy Lyons, of LD Equity Inc., and partner David Couch say they want to preserve the property’s natural beauty, and average lot size will be 40,000 square feet to two acres.

The Hayes Farm, owned by Matt Hayes, is currently zoned AG (Agriculture), and developers are seeking a rezoning to CU-RS-40 (Conditional Use-Residential). The rezoning request will be formally reviewed by the Summerfield Zoning Board on Monday, June 22, at 7 p.m. during a public hearing. Then the board will vote to make a recommendation to the town council, which is tentatively scheduled to make the final decision at its July 14 meeting. Both meetings will be held at Summerfield Community Center, 5404 Centerfield Road. “The Farms at Lake Brandt” is pro-

Lyons said this development, which will emulate Couch’s “The Farms at Summerfield,” will be built in three phases; pending rezoning approval, the developers hope to get construction underway in September.

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GUILFORD COUNTY – All GCS students in grades three through 12 will be graded on a 10-point grading scale, instead of a seven-point scale, starting in the 2015-16 school year.

One response from Colton Weaver, in favor of the policy change, explains the change could even the playing field for GCS students applying to college, since many other states are already on the 10-point scale.

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The weighted grade scale for Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and honors courses will also change starting with the freshman class of 2015-16 following North Carolina’s Board of Education Policy. The full policy and proposed changes can be viewed at www.gcsnc.com (click on “District News”).

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Comfort Caps meets twice weekly OAK RIDGE – Bethel United Methodist Church invites everyone to participate in its Comfort Caps group. Join in crocheting or knitting for a variety of outreach projects, including caps and shawls for cancer patients or premature babies being treated in local hospitals – or create something for yourself. Group members are eager and willing to teach those who

want to learn and welcome the sharing of ideas and conversation. The Comfort Caps group meets at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays, and 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Bethel UMC is located at 8424 Haw River Road. For more information, call (336) 643-0509 or email bethelunit5632@bellsouth.net.

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 Riley Spillman (left) and her mom, Crystal, pose with Snowﬂake after Snowﬂake won the “Cutest Dog” contest at the 3rd annual Canine Capers.

 Rugged Ridge participant Michael Kelly runs uphill while holding a rock over his head – and smiling. Impressive!

 Proud owner Danny Yanusz poses with Donna Guffee, judge, and Cabot, a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog who won ﬁrst place in the “Working Dog” category at the 3rd annual Canine Capers.

 Carnival rides were a big attraction all three days of RidgeFest.

See more photos from RidgeFest at Facebook.com/ NorthwestObserver  John Felder, 11, takes ﬁrst place in the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, beating 92 other racers with a 6:37 mile. [Inset] Eight-year-old Charlie Thomas looks relieved as he crosses the ﬁnish line in eighth place, after running a 7:47 mile. The NWO regrets that we incorrectly ran John’s results with Charlie’s photo in last week’s June 5-11 issue.

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Kids, parents and volunteers had a great time participating in Summerfield Recreation Association’s Heroes game for children with special needs on Friday, May 29, at Summerfield Athletic Park. SRA President Barry Wesoly announced after the game that a new league for children ages 4-17

with special needs will play at least four to six games per season in the fall and spring, beginning in late August. “Coaches and volunteers will be on the fields during both game and practice times,” Wesoly said. “The seasons will coincide with our current programs, with the fall season beginning in late August and spring season in March. We will also reach out to other communities that have similar events with the hopes to form inter-league games. “Glenn Garner, VP of Baseball, and I are excited to partner with

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JUNE 4 / MEETING HIGHLIGHTS as reported by PATTI STOKES  Mayor Combs opened the monthly meeting and Councilman Mike Stone said the opening prayer, which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance; the May 7 regular and closed session meeting minutes were approved. Councilman Spencer Sullivan was not in attendance because he was traveling.

TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT  Town Manager Bruce Oakley asked the council to approve an amendment to the town’s full-time employee benefits plan after explaining the town’s insurance provider will now only provide long-term disability insurance if the town covers the entire cost (employees

who want this benefit currently pay the full cost). The change will cost the town about $1,000 annually.

 4  0 to amend the employee benefit plan as requested.

PUBLIC HEARING FY 2015-2016 budget  Proponents. John Jenkins, chairman of the town’s Finance Committee, said the proposed budget for next fiscal year had been well-vetted by the finance committee and reflected the town’s “conservative nature.” The property tax rate will remain at 8.63 cents per $100 property valuation.  Opponents. Chuck Salmon thanked

Jenkins, the Finance Committee and Town Finance Officer Sam Anders for their work in developing the budget. However, he spoke in opposition to it because he said the town was in a position to lower its property tax rate. “Our tax rate is three times that of Summerfield – we are building throughout the town and the town’s increased revenue from property taxes consequently goes up (from $674,000 in property tax receipts last fiscal year to $754,000 this fiscal year). “I would like to see this town council address the reason for such a large amount of money in the excess fund – why don’t we have enough money to lower the tax rate and get us in line with other small communities?” Salmon said. “I live here and wouldn’t change my address – certainly not because of the tax rate – but I feel it’s time we lower that rate.”

REBUTTAL (opponents)  Carl Salyer said he has been a member of the town’s Finance Committee since its inception, and the tax rate the committee came up with when the town first instituted a property tax was still fair and allowed himself and his neighbors to budget accordingly each year. Because Stokesdale has no property tax, it consequently does not get a share of the sales tax collected in Guilford County, Salyer pointed out. The majority of the town’s expenses are park-related, and the park is a great asset to the town, he said. Based on the proposed budget, the town projects it will add $217,058 to reserves next fiscal year. Salyer said he thought it was in the town’s best interest to continue adding to reserves for future unforeseen expenses or projects that may require a large amount of capital (i.e., a water system).  Frank Whitaker pointed out the town has debt related to the park, so the $3 million in reserves is not all available cash.

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REBUTTAL (to rebuttal) Salmon responded that if the town paid off the park debt (a balance of $986,666.71), it would still have over $2 million in reserves.

“We’re adding $200,000 to $250,000 to the excess fund every year – I just want to know when the excess fund will be enough … I do appreciate the park, but when your excess fund is 1.3 times your annual budget, that’s a lot of money to be sitting around,” Salmon said. COUNCIL DISCUSSION  Councilman George McClellan said he thought the Finance Committee had done an outstanding job and he was happy that Oak Ridge’s property tax rate remains at less than 9 cents per $100 valuation. “We are getting ready to address needs that are coming up – we do have plans,” McClellan said. “And there is also the potential (for more expenses) ... depending on whatever comes out of Raleigh.”  Councilman Jim Kinneman said the state may in the future pass along more financial responsibilities to local municipalities. While he agreed the town should carefully evaluate each year whether it has the appropriate tax rate, Kinneman said he didn’t think this was the year to lower the tax because of some unknowns that may come from the state. As for the comparison to Summerfield, which charges 2.75 cents per $100 property valuation (compared to Oak Ridge’s 8.63 cents), Summerfield’s tax base is much larger, Kinneman noted. “And Stokesdale (which charges no property tax) is in a precarious situation also because they have built some things

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and don’t necessarily have the revenue to support it,” he said. “There are some very fiscally conservative people on the Finance Committee (in Oak Ridge) who have agonized over the tax rate. This year is not the year (to lower the tax rate), but maybe in the future with the tax base increasing, we may be able to do that.”  Councilman Mike Stone said having a stable tax rate, such as Oak Ridge had since it began levying a property tax (in FY 2004-2005), came with a lot of pluses.

“I’m a big supporter of low taxes – but my biggest concern is that the rumblings from Raleigh are kind of scary, because they could catastrophically pull funding that would endanger what we are used to here,” Stone said. “A healthy fund balance gives us time to execute a plan … yes, property tax (revenue) goes up because property values go up – and I believe a big part of that is the park. At some point we may have enough … right now, the proposed budget is sound and well-thought out and certainly not a rubber stamp of last year’s budget.”  Mayor Combs said he appreciated Salmon carefully reviewing the budget. “You’re probably the only person outside of staff, council and the Finance Committee to do that,” he said. Sum-

merfield’s tax base is almost double that of Oak Ridge’s, he noted – and, Summerfield has about $8 million in reserves. “Also, Mr. Jenkins referred to the beginning of the taxing procedure (in FY 2004-2005) – I was on the Finance Committee at that time and we spent many nights on it,” Combs said. “We came up with three main goals for the town: build a town hall, a park, and begin a water system. After we crunched all the numbers, we came up with the ‘odd’ number of 8.63 cents (tax rate).” The approximate $200,000 going into reserves will be eventually used for the park, Combs noted. “Mr. Edwards (chairman of the town’s Parks and Recreation Commission) and the Parks and Recreation Commission are getting ready to put in an amphitheater – that money is coming from reserves. You mentioned the debt – you always have to subtract out the debt from your assets – the $3 million (in reserves) doesn’t look so overwhelming when you do that.”

open space and right-of-way dedication for about 29 acres. Bruce reminded the council that a sketch plan is a technical review and the map being presented would be part of the rezoning request which the council will hear at a later date. “The purpose of this review is to ensure we are very thoroughly determining (whether) the development could meet the requirements of the Oak Ridge Development Ordinance. Approval of the sketch plan does not mean the rezoning will be approved,” Bruce explained.

COUNCIL QUESTIONS Council members asked about public access to trails shown on the sketch plan, a stub street, tree preservation, whether the road leading from N.C. 150 to the property would have to be widened (that will be determined by NCDOT, Bruce said), and whether the council would see a DOT traffic analysis at the rezoning hearing (yes).

After saying he was rather “miffed” that no one representing the applicant (Anthony Donato) was in attendance, Combs confirmed an updated map showing corrected plats was available at Town Hall and said the town planner would be happy to show it to anyone interested.

 4  0 to accept the sketch plan as presented.

FINANCE REPORT  Finance Officer Sam Anders called council’s attention to excise tax receipts of $32,364, which he said was an annual receipt for beer and wine excise tax on bottled beer and wine sold in municipal boundaries. A preliminary schedule has been set for June 30 to inventory town property/ assets.

 4  0 to, in four separate votes, approve the finance report; approve

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Acting on the third goal of beginning a water system would require a large expenditure, Combs added. “Also, we’re very thankful to Sheriff Barnes, who is very supportive of small towns – but he won’t always be the sheriff. That day will come when we may have to create our own police department – that cost will be astronomical,” Combs said. “At some point in the future, we pay off the debt and get the park at the level we would like to see it, and determine whether we have to spend money on a water system and law enforcement – that’s the reason I support this budget.”

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a budget amendment of $27,240 to cover additional expenses relating to employee life insurance policies, $5,000 overage for electricity expenses at Town Hall, and security at RidgeFest; authorize the finance officer to make any necessary year-end budget adjustments to balance the FY 2014-2015 budget; and accept the annual audit contract with Dixon Hughes. Regarding the additional $5,000 for electricity, the town manager said Town Hall had been open more than usual for group meetings in the last year, and the winter had been unusually cold. Additionally, an HVAC company had looked at the HVAC system and found some indications that it was overworking. Kinneman asked Oakley if he had done any research on solar energy, and the town manager said he would explore that.

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COMMUNITY UPDATES Parks and Recreation Commission. Chairman Bill Edwards said this year’s RidgeFest had been one of the best ever, and attendance Saturday night for the music and fireworks display was “amazing.”

245 hours of training. Simmons reminded everyone to keep the lid to gas grills open when lighting, and not to leave grills unattended. Planning and Zoning. Chairman Doug Nodine said the P&Z Board reviewed the sketch plan that council reviewed earlier in the meeting and voted 6-1 to recommend approval.

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“Kudos to Randy Floss (RidgeFest chairman) and the Merchants Association of Oak Ridge – I think it is a great partnership (with the town),” Edwards said.

 Town Clerk Sandra Smith said the Canine Capers Committee was selling $1 raffle tickets for a chance to win great prizes.

Three more Eagle Scout projects have been completed in the park, one of which includes the installation of a “My Little Library.”

 Micah Spencer said the town’s property tax wasn’t as low as it could be, but a silver lining of this might be that a higher property tax discourages overdeveloping.

“We have great Scout organizations here in town and I appreciate their projects,” Edwards said. Upcoming events in the park include(ed) Canine Capers on June 6, Music in the Park on June 20, a Family Movie Night sponsored by Summit Church on June 27 and the showing of the original “Star Wars” movie on July 25. The final needed permit has been obtained for Phase 2A of the park, which will include an amphitheater, connecting paths and additional restroom facility, and construction should be completed within 90 days. Historic Preservation. Ann Schneider said she and two others from the town met with N.C. Secretary of Cultural Resources Susan Kluttz when Kluttz visited Oak Ridge last month and they presented the town’s resolution supporting the historic preservation tax. A historic marker at Ai Church will be dedicated in September and two more markers will be dedicated later in the year. Fire Department. Fire Chief Steve Simmons said the department responded to 75 calls last month, 41 medical and 34 of a fire-service nature, and underwent

Referring to the earlier discussion about the town someday possibly having to pay extra for law enforcement, Spencer asked about how that might work. “For the specifics, I hope it is far away, but I would think the initial plan would be like Stokesdale has – to pay the sheriff’s department for a deputy, one shift five days a week,” Combs responded. “But please, we don’t have any reason to think that is going to happen any time soon. And of course, the county commissioners play a role in that as well.”  Patti Pasalaru asked if there would be an electronic/hazardous waste collection in Oak Ridge this summer and Oakley said another collection is being planned, although not yet scheduled.

COUNCIL COMMENTS  McClellan thanked the Merchants Association for its great work with RidgeFest and Run the Ridge. “I am still watching the Historic Preservation bill,” he said. “The House voted to pass the historic tax credit – contact senators and encourage them to support the budget and historic preservation.”

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 Kinneman said he also had a great time at RidgeFest and the event was one of the benefits of living in a small town. He also encouraged everyone who could to donate blood at Oak Ridge United Methodist Church’s blood drive on June 9. “When you donate blood, you basically save three people’s lives. If everyone who can donate would do that once a year, there would be no shortage of blood,” Kinneman said.  Stone thanked the town’s volunteers and echoed that RidgeFest was a wonderful family event and one of the things he loved about living in a small town. On a separate note, Stone said he recently took pictures of a FedEx truck pulling twin trailers on N.C. 68 near the Old Mill and had written down the trailer number. “This is not a place for double tandem trucks – we’ve said that over and over again and we have contacted FedEx – in my opinion, we are being politely ignored. This is a safety issue for our town … I am totally frustrated with a national company that doesn’t see safety as important as their profits.”  Mayor Combs echoed Stone’s frustrations and referred to a letter he had written to the president of FedEx in April. “Obviously, the president of FedEx has no control over his people if he issues what he said he issued and they blatantly ignore it … If you happen to see one (tractor with twin trailers) and have your phone, try to take a picture – if we had that number we would have a little more grounds.” Thanking Stone for bringing the subject up, Combs said, “I expect one of the responses we will get is ‘Why don’t you just wait until I-73 is built?’ We have a problem now!” With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 20  Rabies Clinic | With seven cases of animal rabies in Guilford County this year, the Dept. of Public Health will hold a rabies clinic on June 20, 9 a.m. to noon, at Summerfield Fire Station No. 9, 7400 Summerfield Road. N.C. law requires all cats, dogs and ferrets age 4 months or older be vaccinated. Shots are $5, and cash/checks are accepted. Dogs must be on leashes, cats in carriers. More info: (336) 614-7777, (336) 641-5990 or www.myguilford.com.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 18  Oak Ridge Lions Club | This club, which helps people who are sight- or hearing-impaired, will meet June 18, 6:30 p.m. at Bill’s Pizza, 1431 N.C. 68, Oak Ridge. More info: Carolyn Brown, (336) 643-3447 or Danny Yanusz, (336) 643-6424.

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17  Preservation Oak Ridge | This non-profit group, committed to preserving historic structures in the town, will meet June 17, 5:15 p.m. at Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road. More info: Doug Nodine, (336) 209-1999.

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by L.A. LOGAN Before the first pitch of the regular season was thrown, fourth-year head softball coach Russell Dorrell forecasted Northern’s season to be an unforgettable one. “We talked about (a state championship) at the very beginning (of the season),” said Dorrell. “We thought we had the talent, we thought we had the pitchers. We thought if we played together as a team we could be unstop-

The road toward the state championship began after two midseason losses to Northern Davidson and Eastern Alamance, when the Nighthawks reeled off 15 wins in a row, thanks to Dan Green’s book, “Finish Strong.” The team read a chapter each week, and talked about the characteristics of a winner, said Dorrell. Northern coasted through the 3A Mid-State Conference, winning the regular season, conference tournament championship and the first three rounds

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Northern ﬁrst baseman Anne Tewksbury tries to tag out an Enka baserunner in the 3A NCHSAA softball championship series. Though Northern lost to Enka, the Nighthawks have high hopes for making it to the state tournament again next season. Photo by L.A. Logan/NWO

of the NCHSAA playoffs. Then, down one run in the bottom of the seventh inning against Lee County, the Nighthawks countered with two runs to win in walk-off fashion. Topsail was the next opponent in the regional best-of-three-game series. Northern swept the series 2-0, setting up a matchup between No. 2 seed Northern and Enka. As many as 600 Northern community members – families, former coaches and teammates – showed up on Friday and Saturday, June 5 and 6, to support the Northern Guilford Nighthawks (25-4) as they appeared in their first state championship series. The first game of the series, Northern pitcher Ashton Lambeth had a run-scoring double in the sixth, but the run was not enough as No. 1 seed Enka (28-0), who won its last championship in 1996, scored at least one run in the final four innings of the game, outlasting Northern, 5-1. The following day, Enka continued its hot streak, scoring four runs in the first inning, closing out the championship series. By state regulation, the game was stopped in the fifth inning by the 10-run rule, with Enka beating Northern, 10-0.

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“I’m glad we made it to states,” said catcher Katie Bilbrey. “It was the best thing in the world.” “It was a privilege to get this far,” said second baseman Caitlyn Ray. “We just have to come back stronger than ever, put this behind us and just play ball with our hearts.” If the program advances back to the championship next year, they’ll have to do it without their senior leaders, Bilbrey and outfielder Morgan Fuquay. “Watching the joy she had at six years old, she still has it today,” said Ken Bilbrey, Katie’s father. “She loves the game for the game.” “It makes me sad, but she’s accomplished great things,” said Cheryl Fuquay, Morgan’s mother. “I’m so proud of Morgan and her teammates.” Like Katie and Morgan, most of the players started their softball career at age 8, with the Summerfield Recreation Association. “It was really cool to watch them develop,” said Barry Wesoly, SRA coach and parent of softball player Grace Wesoly. “It’s exciting to have both the boys and girls come through Summerfield Rec and follow their advancements.”

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“Our team overcame many challenges this season and each girl walked away as a stronger athlete and individual. Our season didn’t end as planned, but we have a strong team returning next year.” Kaitlin Brown, girls lacrosse

“Our season was an unexpected success. Our kids bought into what we were trying to accomplish and worked very hard. We had great senior leadership by Michael Ha, Brian Miller and Nick Shelton. We were an extremely young team with seven freshmen playing varsity… including leading point-scorer, attacker Sean Goldsmith.” Mark Goldsmith, boys lacrosse “They never gave up, scoring early, often, and until the last out. I am very proud of the development and contributions of each player. We are graduating one senior this season, Katherine Langston, who took on an important leadership role guiding our team with a steady demeanor and strong work ethic.” Teresa Fister, softball “I think most people thought we weren’t going to be nearly as good as we had been the past couple years. We lost seven college players. Lots of expectations were placed on UNC signee Cole Aker

this season, and he delivered. We got the most out of the season as we could and I’m very proud of the guys for their effort and success.” Sandy Gann, baseball “We were a much younger team this season with one senior, one junior, three sophomores and one freshman starting. I like the way this team jelled. They are a really good group of guys and there is nothing I have done to improve on that.” Randall Alexander, tennis “The team saw substantial improvement in the ability to communicate and work as a unit. This showed up in their defensive support for each other and in their distribution offensively. I’m looking forward to next year with a solid group of players.” Jason Thomas, girls soccer

“The team had a fairly good season. In the coming year, the team has a lot of potential to do well again, as we only had a few seniors this year, and all but one of the state qualifiers will return next year.” Phillip Kahler, boys track and field

“I am very pleased with how our guys were able to finish the season strong. We

“The start of our season was hard, due to the weather and injuries. However, through dedication and teamwork our girls made great strides. Our veteran players and captains led, encouraged

and supported the new players.” Karin Flippen, girls lacrosse “My runners rose to the occasion and filled the void left by last year’s graduating class. Both the boys and girls teams surpassed my coaching goals for the year. David Melville, Owen States and Olivia Bene have set themselves up for an impressive high school running career. A pair of juniors to watch out for is Riley Smith and Karenna Smith (no relation).” Thanh Ngo, track and field

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“Overall, the girls track and field team was really good. Next year, we have high hopes because we had a really young team.” Nicole Wobler, girls track and field

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“We won the conference championships. Mark Fujino was player of the year, runner-up in the state, and was also all-state, losing in the semifinals of the state championships. Seven other players including Mark were all conference: Alex Gundlach, Tyler Smith, Jack Emerick, Will Buisson, Tanner Williams, Jake Hayworth and Jason Strahler. We had a great season and even with eight seniors graduating, we should be a force to be reckoned with next year.” Annette Keip, tennis

“Our season ended well making it back to the [state semifinals], after graduating a majority of our starters and team from last year’s regional runner-up team. I was pleased how we overcame obstacles and began to peak at the right time as we made it deep in the state playoffs again.” Andrew Rowe, boys lacrosse

have a very young team that matured along the way and gained some valuable post-season experience that I believe will pay off as we look forward to next season. We will miss our seniors, Kevin Bell and Shawn Dowtin.” Landon Kimrey, baseball “Obviously we are disappointed that we didn’t qualify for the state tournament, finishing fifth in the regional tournament. I will lose three [senior] starters, but the two returning starters will be fine leaders and will motivate and excite the others, so we can get back to the state tournament.” Chris Jones, golf

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Kickin’ In for Our Kids Teen collects used soccer gear for children by GERRI HUNT BROWNS SUMMIT – At the age of 4, Cole Pickford of Oak Ridge began kicking around a soccer ball. Now 16, the Northwest sophomore is helping youngsters do the same through Greensboro United Soccer Association.

“It’s truly neighborhood soccer. We have some big parks we use, but kids in some areas don’t get an opportunity to play because there are no fields,” said Zeitler, who reached out to Pickford, who began doling out donations to more than 30 kids there. “When Cole brings equipment, the kids feel like it’s Christmas,” he said.

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Pickford knew about the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s Passback program, which distributes donated soccer uniforms and equipPhoto courtesy of Cole Pickford ment, and he started Sixteen-year-old Cole Pickford helps a child put on a shin guard the “Kickin’ In for that was donated through a program Pickford started through Our Kids” program at GUSA that collects gently-used soccer gear. GUSA. “We collect cleats, safety equipment like shin guards, practice jersey, shorts… anything in good shape that kids can use,” he said. “Some of these kids can’t afford cleats, because they’re $70 to $200. There are a lot of families that have old gear sitting around.”

When the children outgrow their equipment, they donate it back into the system.

Pickford puts out collection bins during tournaments and at local schools. He’s collected hundreds of sets of cleats.

He has also received permission to do an ambassador program, which will bring soccer outreach into some local schools.

James Zeitler, a GUSA executive board member, is involved in GUSA’s outreach program at Presbyterian Church of the Cross in northeast Greensboro, where the two entities built a field together with the help of private donations.

For more information on Kickin’ In or to make a donation, email Pickford at KickinIn4OurKids@gmail.com.

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Pickford’s program has made such an impression in its first two years that GUSA presented him with the Natalie Harrah Community Impact Award.

For more information about GUSA or its outreach programs, visit www.GreensboroUnited.org or call (336) 358-8030.

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has recently responded to the following incidents in northwest Guilford County ... ASSAULT May 31 | Warrants charging assault by strangulation and assault in the presence of a minor were issued for a Madison woman, stemming from a family disturbance that occurred at Oak Ridge Town Park. May 31 | A resident of Kelly Lee Drive in Stokesdale reported being the victim

of an assault on a female during a family dispute. The victim did not show signs of injury and did not request medical treatment. June 5 | A resident of Bluefield Road in northern Greensboro reported being the victim of an assault on a female by her ex-boyfriend. June 6 | A resident of Bentridge Forest

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June 1 | A resident of Hackamore Road in northwest Greensboro reported that sometime between 6:30 p.m. on May 29 and 10 a.m. on June 1, an unknown person stole a $300 blue Ruger semi-automatic pistol from an unlocked pickup truck in the victim’s driveway.

BURGLARY June 6 | A home on Royclift Road in Colfax was broken into sometime between 8 a.m. on May 14 and 8:25 a.m. on June 6. An unknown person forced open the garage door, then the kitchen door, and stole a $400 Stihl chainsaw.

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June 7 | A resident of Cedarline Drive in northwest Greensboro reported being the victim of communicating threats by her ex-husband.

DRUGS/ALCOHOL May 29 | An 18-year-old student at Northern High School was suspended and cited for misdemeanor possession of marijuana after school staff was alerted of a strong odor coming from the student’s book bag. May 31 | Two residents of Peppermill Road in Oak Ridge, ages 16 and 19, were cited for contributing to the delinquency of a minor and underage possession of alcohol. Officers responded to the residence regarding complaints of a party involving the underage consumption of alcohol. May 31 | A Reidsville man was arrested on outstanding warrants from Rockingham County after the vehicle in which he was a passenger was stopped for fictitious registration on U.S. 158 in Stokesdale. He was also cited for an open container violation. The driver was cited for multiple traffic violations. June 7 | A resident of Oak Ridge Road in Summerfield was arrested for driving while intoxicated, after being stopped on Eversfield Road in Summerfield.

EMBEZZLEMENT June 6 | A representative of Paradise Decking reported that an employee stole a saw valued at $680.

May 26 | A 16-year-old student at Northern Guilford High School was suspended after threatening a teacher. The student was also arrested on a warrant charging communicating threats.

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June 2 | Summerfield Family Practice reported that an employee threatened another employee. Warrants were advised and the victim refused to cooperate.

June 6 | A resident of Old Squaw Drive in northern Greensboro reported that an unknown person found the victim’s credit card and used it at several locations in Guilford County.

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June 2 | A resident of High Meadows Road in northern Greensboro reported that an unknown person used the victim’s personal information to file a fraudulent tax return.

THEFT June 1 | A Summerfield resident reported a theft of numerous tools from a home under construction on Kandi Drive in Stokesdale, sometime between 10 a.m. on May 31 and 7 a.m. on June 1. The unknown person is believed to have entered through an unlocked window in the front of the home. June 3 | A resident of Tyner Loop in Colfax reported that sometime between 10 p.m. on June 2 and 6:15 a.m. on June 3, an unknown person stole his 1996 Dodge Ram pickup truck. It was parked in his driveway with the doors unlocked, and the key was in it. A Stihl 490 Farm Boss chainsaw was in the truck bed tool box. The total estimated value of the stolen items is $3,700.

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overdue water accounts. Some were subsequently paid, some negotiated, others landed in court, and still others were written off because the original debtor has moved away and the property sold. Bruno said he hopes the debt will be off the books by the end of this year; Braswell is not so optimistic. The town was also losing hundreds of thousands of dollars because it was paying more for water than what customers were being charged. Rates increased in March, from $3 to $5.30 per 1,000 gallons, to match what Winston Salem charges. Another hike may be on the horizon in November, with Winston Salem proposing a 9 percent increase (to about $5.77); Stokesdale’s proposed budget goes beyond that, with a recommended increase to $6.15. The council’s newest step toward

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her small congregation of about 35 members have been on an emotional journey. Through the devastation of watching firemen battle the flames that engulfed the church’s sanctuary, they’ve shared tears of disbelief, and then of sorrow. Many also fought through anger along the eventual path to forgiveness.

gation) are going to be missed. It’s been good to build those relationships.” Though new, Gideon Grove’s sanctuary has some of the old – for example, the pulpit that Lancaster will preach from, which was salvaged from the rubbish and refinished.

“The church is not the facility,” Lancaster said. “It’s the people. We learned that the night we watched the building burn.”

Among the new features are audio/ visual equipment, large, arced windows which allow the sun to stream in from all vantage points, ample storage areas (some of which can be converted to classrooms if needed), a flexible design that allows a movable wall to convert the worship area into a much larger room for community meals and meetings, brightly lit children’s classrooms, a music practice room, a senior Sunday School classroom, several handicapped parking spaces and a portico that provides shelter from inclement weather as members enter the church from the parking lot.

Since the fire, Gideon Grove’s congregation has been holding worship services at Palestine United Methodist Church on Ellisboro Road, where Lancaster is also the minister. Palestine, which also has about 35 members, welcomed the Gideon Grove congregation and separating the two is somewhat bittersweet, Lancaster said. “They’re excited (at Palestine) for this congregation because of the new facility, but at the same time, they (Gideon Grove congre-

“Our intention was to build a church that would carry us into the next 100 years …the Building Committee did a great job, and the leadership was trusting when we went this route,” Lancaster said of the new building’s design and features. “There were things each (committee) person had as their particular ‘like,’ but we were always able to come to some agreement that satisfied everyone. Their hearts were out there, but their heads were also and there was

On Sunday, June 7, the congregation was bursting with joy, however, as they worshipped together for the first time in the church’s rebuilt sanctuary. It has indeed been a long journey, but they’ve learned one thing for certain.

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a lot of weighing of possibilities and necessities versus wants.” For example, though the brightly lit sanctuary will be welcoming, on June 14, the day the church is inviting the community to join them for “Open Door Sunday,” members and guests will sit in folding chairs. “But that will be okay,” said Lancaster. “We were afraid we might have to tell everyone to bring their own chairs to make sure we had enough!” “We’ve done okay,” said Lancaster of the cost of rebuilding. “Insurance paid the max that they could pay, which was really good. And several individuals and churches near and far donated both cash and items including pianos, desks and more, which has allowed the new facility to be built and furnished with no debt.”

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And of the range of emotions she and her congregation have experienced since the fire, Lancaster admitted, “I feel like as a whole we’ve handled it well, but at the same time, we’ve had a lot of ups and downs.” On June 14, Open Door Sunday, Lancaster’s sermon will be entitled “The house that God built.” And that couldn’t be more appropriate.

want to go? The community is invited to an Open Door Sunday celebration on June 14, beginning with a pancake breakfast at 8:30 a.m. and followed by a worship service at 9:30 a.m. Gideon Grove United Methodist Church is located at 2564 Gideon Grove Church Road in Stokesdale.

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GRINS to...  Lowes Foods of Oak Ridge for cheerfully correcting their mistake in charging 6.75 percent tax on several unprepared cold food grocery items. North Carolina’s food tax is 2 percent, as other stores understand, but the error was quickly rectified!  Summerfield Fire Department for removing a fallen tree across Strader Road in a torrential downpour on June 2.  Northwest Middle School, particularly the Team Marvel teachers, for your low-key approach to the EOGs. So much better than the high-pressure approach used in elementary schools. My son did better than ever because he wasn’t afraid this year!  Summit Church in Oak Ridge for bringing our office a Happy Hump Day gift of juice, coffee and doughnuts. What a great surprise! Thanks for brightening our day.  Rita Lewandowski, the dog groomer at Critter Company in Oak Ridge, for giving my 5-year-old chocolate lab the best haircut she has ever had.  Neighbors who mow their yards every late weekend evening. We so enjoy the sounds of summer and life in the country!  Mr. Loggins of Tractor for Hire who did a great job on a large grading project at our house. He is a conscientious professional.  Dawn and Mike Smith of Oak Ridge/ Kernersville. So very rare to find such honest, caring landlords. Truly the best!  All the loyal customers at Petro 220 who tried to help us stay open. We will miss you all so much. Hopefully we will be back in

the near future, DOT willing.  The organizers and sponsors of Canine Capers at Oak Ridge Park on June 6. Such a fun event for canines and their humans!

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 Northern High School for not enforcing the parking rules. As a sophomore, I am not allowed to park at school, but many sophomores don’t care and park at school anyway. It doesn’t pay to follow the rules.  The people who let their dogs roam around on the street by Stokesdale Post Office. One of the dogs looks sickly and the other is limping – please take them to the vet!  The person who complained about their neighbors’ dirt bikes and music – it’s in our yard and they stop riding when it gets dark.  The person upset about loud children in a local restaurant’s bar area. If you would like it quieter, you might want to sit on the restaurant side, as every bar I’ve been in is much louder than the children were.  The person in my neighborhood who is running an auto repair, car wash and used car lot from his residence, all while blocking one lane of the street 24/7.  Parents who ignore the designated oneway traffic lane when dropping their kids off for athletic events behind Oak Ridge Elementary, and who park in the marked fire lane. These safety precautions are there to protect our kids and prevent an accident.  The Northwest Observer for only having four gripes last week while having almost 15 grins.  Lowes Foods. Your registers should always cancel a previous transaction, not “sometimes” add it to the next unsuspecting customer’s purchase. We love your store and you can do better.  Granny’s Donuts for telling me that I had to spend 20 cents more to meet your “minimum” before you could take my (debit/credit) card.  The Guilford County sheriff’s deputy who cruised right past my child’s stopped school bus last Friday morning. It was disappointing to watch this and I was told everyone on the bus was shocked.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL with a challenge and a purpose

Monday-Wednesday evenings June 22-24 • 6:15 - 8:30 pm

Ages 3 years through rising 6th grade meet all 3 nights

Family Life Center Leading children in changing their community and their world through: Sharing the love of Christ • Serving with joy • Showing generosity

1715 Highway 68 N, Oak Ridge (Oak Ridge Commons Shopping Center) (336) 643-7684 | www.oakridgecbc.org

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JUNE 12 - 18, 2015

 AUTOS FOR SALE

 EMPLOYMENT

 SAVE THE DATE

1998 FORD EXPLORER, 4-door, white, gray interior, V6, air, PS, PB, 150K miles, very good cond. $4,250 obo. 668-2626.

A full-time OFFICE SYSTEMS SUPPORT/ ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT is needed for a Greensboro church. This position is responsible for maintenance of church database; maintain church events schedule and administratively support and assist each ministry in these key areas. Must also perform duties and conduct self in such a way that positively represents the values of the organization. Education/Training: Job duties require an associate’s degree from a two-year college or technical school; or 1 to 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be familiar with typical office equipment. Experience/Knowledge/Abilities: • Immediate computer proficiency is required in this role with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Must be able to learn and use Church software (ACS), minestrEspace, Publisher, and Windows Media Player. Must be able to independently use the Internet and perform website maintenance within scope of job duties. • Previous work experience within a church office would be preferred. • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. • Must have good interpersonal and customer service skills for use in interacting with church members, visitors to the church, employees and staff, vendors and local business providers. Must be able to effectively respond to inquiries from, and work corroboratively with, all functions and levels within the organization. Current involvement in a church ministry is a definite plus. Background checks and references required. Send resumes to: employment@ lawndalebaptist.org.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES at Stoneﬁeld Cellars Winery, featuring 13 Friday evening concerts. Beer, wine and food available. For a full schedule of June concerts, see our ad in the June 5 Northwest Observer, or visit stoneﬁeldcellars.com.

2013 HONDA CIVIC, 11,000 miles, auto, white. Like new. $13,500. (336) 669-1077. 2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV, fully loaded, great car for busy family or work, black on black, EC, 76K miles, asking $32K. Call (336) 643-3156. 1995 JEEP RIO GRANDE, 4-cyl., 47,000 original miles. EC, $8,500. (336) 601-3288. Sell it here! 25,000+ readers each week!

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 EMPLOYMENT BACK-YARD GARDENER who likes to weed and is self-directed. Flex hours. 644-0076.

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INDEX Autos for Sale ............................. 26 Employment ................................ 26 Save the Date ............................. 26 Summer Camps ..................... 26-27 Vacation Bible School .................. 27 Yard Sales ................................... 27 Home Services ....................... 27-29 Misc. Services.............................. 29 Misc. for Sale .............................. 29 Misc. Wanted ............................. 29 Pets/Animals & Services .......... 29-30 Real Estate .................................. 30

JUNE 12 - 18, 2015

BOONE FABRICS, the area’s leading home decorative fabric retailer, seeks Sales Associate with proven retail background. Interior design/decorating experience a plus. Send resume with salary requirements to sales@boonefabricsnc.com. BILL’S PIZZA PUB, Oak Ridge, now hiring all positions – management, wait staff, cook and hostess. Apply in person between the hours of 2-5pm. SUBWAY of Stokesdale, Madison and Kernersville now hiring for P-T positions available in early morning hours. Applicants must be available to work year round. Apply at mysubwaycareer.com. EOE. Local home nursing agency is looking for a REGISTERED NURSE to work PRN all shifts. Must have ventilator experience. Send resume to PO Box 595, Summerﬁeld, NC 27358, or fax to (336) 298-4127. 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.

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FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT, Friday, June 19, 7pm, Northern Arts in Summerﬁeld. Come enjoy Big Hero 6 – parents and kids welcome! See display ad on page 7 for all the details.

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for just $4 per line Deadline is the Monday before each Friday’s issue  SUMMER CAMPS Link Jarrett YOUTH BASEBALL ACADEMY at UNCG, July 13-16, 8am-12n. For details & registration, visit Linkjarrettbaseball.com. 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. CHEER CAMP with Northwest High cheerleaders, at NWHS, June 29-July 1, 9am12n, 1st-5th grades, $90 (includes T-shirt). Deadline to register is June 17. For more info, contact Haley Combrinck-Graham at haleycombrinck@gmail.com. NWHS Baseball Boosters SKILLS CAMP, July 6-10, 8:30am-12:30pm, rising 3rd-9th graders. Call (336) 298-3302 for more info, or visit www.diamondnwvikings.com.

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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.

ESTATE/YARD SALE, Sat., June 13, 8am-2pm, 8415 W. Harrell Road, Oak Ridge. Misc. household & garage items.

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

vAcATiON biblE ScH. CAMP COURAGEOUS – Join us Monday thru Wednesday, June 15-17, 6:30-8:30pm, Faith Baptist Tabernacle, 7925 Lester Road, Stokesdale. See display ad on page 4, or call (336) 416-3904 for info.

yArD SAlES BUILDER / DESIGNER GARAGE SALE, Sat., June 13, 7am-12n, 6300 Wescott Drive, Summerfield. Tools, building supplies, equipment, antiques, rugs, household items. YARD SALE, Sat., June 13, 7:30am-1pm, 6024 Spencer Dixon Rd., Greensboro. Furniture, toys, clothes and more. Must be Yard Sale season! To place your Yard Sale ad, visit www.nwobserver.com. YARD SALE, Saturday, June 13, 8am-4pm, 380 Crows Nest Drive, Belews Landing, Stokesdale. Kids’ clothes, furniture, home goods. Cash only! MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Sat., June 13, 7am-1pm, 6720 River Hills Drive, 27410. Something for everybody! No early birds!

HOME SErvicES clEANiNG 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. MAID-2-SHINE. Serving NW area for 10 years. Homes, offices, move in/out. Detail oriented, prof, bonded, exc. ref. 338-0223. FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, tillers & gas equipment, most appliances, grills, bikes, etc. (336) 689-4167. Tell our readers about your business! Call Laura for more information. (336) 644-7035, ext. 10. SANDRA’S CLEANING SERVICE, Affordable, experienced, guaranteed svc. 423-3196. MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE. Free estimates, guaranteed service. 937-5231. DRYER VENT CLEANING, 15% discount for new customers, member of the BBB, fully insured. (336) 643-4593. 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.

FlOOriNG MONTERO’S HARDWOOD FLOORING Installation of hardwood, laminate & tile; hardwood sanding & finishing. Commercial & residential. Insured, 17 yr. exp. Free estimates. Monteros-hardwood-flooring.com. Call (336) 215-8842 or 445-2002. CARPET REPAIRS & RESTRETCHING Licensed/insured. 643-6500.

GENErAl rEpAir & SErvicES GARY’S HANDYMAN HOME SERVICES “Providing value for the home-ownership experience.” Gary Gellert, serving NC’s Piedmont Triad area. Garygellert@gmail.com, (336) 423-8223. GREENERTIMES SMALL ENGINE Sales & service center. 9428 NC Hwy. 65, Stokesdale. (336) 312-3844 mobile or (336) 548-9286 office.

OLD SCHOOL

HOME REPAIR, LLC

Home Improvement & Repairs 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

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BASKETBALL 5-DAY SUMMER CAMP for rising K-12th grade boys & girls who wish to take their game to the next level. Two sessions: June 22-26 or July 20-24; K-5th grades, 8:30am-12:30pm & 6th-12th grades, 1:30-5:30pm, at the C. LaRue Hoops Academy located at The Fitness Center in Kernersville, 861 Old Winston Rd. You may register online at www. CLaRueHoops.com or for information, please call Chan LaRue at (336) 255-2148 or Karen Jureit at (336) 848-2653.

TWO-DAY YARD SALES in Stafford Farm, Friday & Sat., June 12 and 13, 4905 Robdot Dr. and 8303 Banager Rd., Oak Ridge. Furniture, mattresses, electronics, 2005 Honda 70, LOTS of home accessories, soft goods.

EXPERIENCED INTERIOR DECORATOR & personal furniture shopper will help you with style, color, shopping & furniture placement. E-mail appeninc@gmail.com or call Ann Appenzeller, (336) 314-1411.

LAWN EQUIPMENT SERVICE Located in Oak Ridge. Free pick up and delivery. Tune up, preventive or rebuild on all lawn service/yard equipment. Commercial or residential. Call or text Rick, (336) 501-8681.

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GrADiNG / HAuliNG 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. 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.

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

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 HOME SERVICES

MORE LAWN / LANDSCAPING

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

MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS

PAINTING & DRYWALL

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.

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

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

TRACTOR FOR HIRE Bush hogging, tilling, fencing, brush/tree removal, hauling and more! (336) 207-6632. FAY’S LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING Big or small jobs, reasonable and honest. Call Taylor at (336) 464-5215. What going on around town? What’s the buzz? facebook.com/northwestobserver GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maintenance. 655-6490. TLC LAWN CARE Affordable mowing, seeding, aeration, fertilization and weed control. (336) 681-0097.

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

www.sharkyspoolservices.com (336 ) 207.9793 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.

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. CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICE Complete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, 643-9332. CarolinaStumpAndTreeServices.com.

JUNE 12 - 18, 2015

PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, 32 years exp. Sheetrock repair. No job too small. Insured. Call Brad Rogers, 314-3186. CARLOS & SON PAINTING, interior & exterior, pressure washing. Free est., lic/ins. Call Carlos, (336) 669-5210.

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

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

(336) 931-0600

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MASONRY

Call Tony - office (336) 215-4531 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.

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

PLUMBING

Outdoor living spaces and patios NEW LOCATION: 8605 Triad Dr, Colfax marshallstone.com | (336) 996-4918

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

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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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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. 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.

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

 HOME SERVICES ALL-PRO POWER WASHING Windows, vinyl, concrete, pool decks, drain jetting. 15% off any cleaning. Fully insured. www.all-prowash.com, (336) 402-7726.

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REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION

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

(336) 880-3845 deepriverclosets.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. RENOVATION WORKS INC. New construction, remodeling, kitchen and bath, additions, decks & patios. Call (336) 427-7391 or www.myrenovationworks.com. BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens & baths, rotted wood, custom decks, garages, siding, windows, rooﬁng specials. Sr. discounts, 35 years exp. 362-6343. JLB REMODELING, INC. NC GC license #69997. Free estimates. Insured. Custom remodeling & additions. Call 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com.

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CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. Roof Replacements / Repairs Siding & Windows Custom Decks / Porches General Home Repairs Remodeling / Painting

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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.

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30 yrs exp • Workmanship guarantee Insurance specialists

(336) 644-1580

FREE Estimates Insured & Dependable

MOBILE WELDING SERVICE Residential, wrought-iron fence & gates, custom fabrication, stainless aluminium. Chuck, 362-8679, triadmobilewelding.com. KEITH SMITH CONSTRUCTION 30 years experience. Specializing in room additions, garages, vinyl siding and windows, painting, ceramic tile, laminate, hardwood and linoleum ﬂoors, and remodeling of all kinds. No job too small. Free est. Call 644-1943 or cell 362-7469.

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Services TM Construction , INC

BUILDING | RENOVATIONS | ADDITIONS

Horse barns | Fences | Shelters

644-8615 office 508-5242 cell

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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.

AC UNIT w/heater. Portable, 12,000 btu AMCOR. Like new. $175. (336) 510-7918.

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. “Completely satisﬁed every time” – Joe in Summerﬁeld. Steve Maloy, owner. Call for appt., (336) 644-1911. FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, tillers, gas equip., bikes, grills, metal and electrical items. (336) 689-4167. COMPUTER REPAIRS $99. Used computers, website design. Info at ITBASICS.COM – (336) 643-0068. Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons.

 MISC. FOR SALE

Licensed & insured NC Gen. Contractor #72797

ROOFING 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.

KAWASWKI BRUTE FORCE 750 4X4, under 150 hours, auto trans., push button for 4x4, winch, underneath skid plates, never abused. Runs like new! $4,500 OBO. (336) 589-0252. 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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287-GALLON OIL DRUM, very good condition. $100. (336) 643-5245. WAREHOUSE MALL, INC. NOW OPEN! Antiques, collectibles, vintage toys. New vendors welcome. 305 E. Bodenhamer Drive, Kernersville. Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm, Sunday, 1-6pm. 2005 HAULMARK TRAILER, 5’x12,’ 3,500 lb. axle, very low mileage, $1,700. Call Marty, (336) 609-0766. KNIGHTS PRODUCE & PLANTS Flowers, vegetable plants, hanging baskets. 14809 Hwy. 158, Summerﬁeld. 708-0485.

 MISC. WANTED CASH for riding & push mowers needing repair or free removal if unwanted. Also free pickup of grills, tillers, etc. (336) 689-4167. $$$ – WILL PAY CASH up to $200 for your junk or wrecked vehicle. 552-0328.

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

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 PET / ANIMAL SERVICES  REAL ESTATE LOST & FOUND PETS

 REAL ESTATE

OPEN HOUSE Sun, June 14 • 2- 4pm

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NORTHERN SCHOOLS

LOST FEMALE YELLOW LAB from Lee’s Ridge Road, off of West Harrell. She is a very shy rescue who unexpectedly caught a scent and ran into the woods. She is likely to be fearful of new people. If you see her, please call me, Katie, at (518) 774-5684.

 REAL ESTATE HOME FOR RENT SUMMERFIELD, 2BR, 1BA mobile home,

502 Starfire Court, Oak Ridge

(off Stafford Mill Road) Fabulous home custom-built in 2013; 4BR/3.5BA with daylight basement on .90-acre cul-de-sac lot! Owner’s suite plus guest BR on main. Hardwoods and 9-ft. ceilings. Premium kitchen with island opens to great room. Walk-in closets and attics, screened porch and deck! $499,000

near Hwy. 150/220. $390/mo., $390 dep.

Ashley Fitzsimmons

References required. (336) 337-9624.

ashley.fitzsimmons@allentate.com (336) 312-4543

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7710 Northern Estates Pt., Greensboro Exquisite new home is beautifully laid out for entertaining and family living. Gourmet kitchen with attached keeping room. Three fireplaces – including one in the master bedroom – invite you to relax and unwind. Deck and covered patio overlook large, private back yard with mature trees. 4BR/4BA. $584,900

350 Crows Nest Drive English cottage-inspired custom home on lakefront lot in Belews Landing. 4 (possible 5) bedrooms with 5 full baths. Walk-out basement with full kitchen, office, game room, and plenty of storage. 4-car garage, fire pit & outdoor living space! $895,000

Patsy Arriaga

Bobbie Gardner

(336) 369-0465 office (336) 501-1886 cell newhomesofgreensbororealty.com newhomesofgreensboro.com

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HOMES FOR SALE SUMMERFIELD, 7666 Deboe Rd., 3.23

wooded acres with spring on dead-end road. 1,425 sq. ft. home, 3BR & 1.5BA. $225,000.

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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. CAROLINA MARINA, 214 Pelican Drive. Boat slip, 40’ covered deck, park model, water front. $89,000. Ken, (336) 337-9268. CAROLINA MARINA, ‘96 Dutchman, EC, sleeps 8, huge double deck, lake view, $63,000 negotiable. (336) 209-6326.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES No-fee and low-fee listings.

Mike

Blackwelder, (336) 644-1476.

Stunning 27.6-acre horse property. 3,600 sq. ft. home with updated gourmet kitchen. 3BR/2.5BA with master on main. In-ground pool, hot tub, 22-stall barn, and large, allweather riding ring. Property is fenced and cleared. Move-in ready. $1,200,000

CARA BUCHANAN

VANGUARD REAL ESTATE OPTIONS, LLC.

5850 Stanley Huff Road, Summerfield

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8001 Chatsworth Ct., Browns Summit Magnificent equestrian estate! 31-acre farm designed to entertain in luxury. All-brick main dwelling has 3BR/2.1BA, all on one level and offers views of fenced pastures. Care for your horses in a 3,000 SF, 4-stall barn with adjoining riding arena. Guest house is a 2BR, 1,200 SF cottage nestled in the woods. $749,900

8110 Hunting Cog Road Secluded sanctuary on 2.66 acres. 3BR/3BA. Expandable living area could be bonus or apartment. Sweeping drive, woods and gardens. Bring on the chickens! Offered at $374,900.

Patsy Arriaga

Nancy J. Hess

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Faith Baptist Tabernacle ........................4

HOME BUILDER

Fidelity Bank, Stokesdale .......................5

Windsor Homes .....................................3

CHIROPRACTIC

HOME PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Summerfield Family Chiropractic ...........9

CHURCHES Central Baptist Church.........................25

Stokesdale Heating & Air.....................18 Velocity Air, Inc. .....................................6

ACCOUNTING Samuel Anders, CPA, MSA, PC ...........15

First Baptist Church, Summerfield........21

New Garden Landscape & Nursery .....12 Pest Management Systems....................7 ProStone, Inc. .....................................24

LEGAL SERVICES

Attorney Bill Barbour ...........................13

MEDICAL

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LeBauer Health Care .............................8

Northern Arts LLC .................................7

PET SERVICES

AUTO SERVICES

HAIR CARE / NAILS / TANNING

Piedmont Truck Tires, Inc. ..................23

POSH Hair Studio................................15

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Northwest Animal Hospital ..................15 Veterinary Hospital at Oak Ridge.........15 Westergaard Kennels...........................14

REAL ESTATE A New Dawn Realty ............................15 Angie Wilkie, Allen Tate.........................6 Ashley Fitzsimmons, Allen Tate............30 Bobbie Gardner, Keller Williams...........30 Cara Buchanan, Keller Williams...........30 Nancy Hess, Berkshire Hathaway ........30 Patsy Arriaga, New Homes of GSO .....30

RETAIL Bi-Rite Food Center ...............................2 Carpet Super Mart..........................16-17 Cole Pottery.........................................21 Goodwill Industries ..............................20 Trinity Home Furnishings .....................19

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