Northwest Observer | June 19 - 25, 2015 by pscommunications

June 19 - 25, 2015

Northwest graduates 476 seniors by PATTI STOKES

Jacob Strauss Valedictorian

Sarah Plott Salutatorian

Northern graduates 346 seniors by GERRI HUNT

NW GUILFORD – As 476 seniors prepared to receive their high school diplomas on the evening of June 12, family, faculty and friends filled the bleachers in the Greensboro Coliseum’s Special Events Center to cheer them on.

NORTHERN GUILFORD – It was a full house Friday afternoon, June 12, as 346 members of the sixth graduating class of Northern Guilford High School walked across the stage of the Greensboro Coliseum Special Events Center.

Tony Hammond II, student body president, gave the opening welcome and introduction of guests.

Following moving performances by the NGHS Vocal Ensemble and Symphonic Orchestra, Principal William Laine introduced senior Nicklaus Courman, who recognized dignitaries and presented the senior address.

Sandra Culmer, interim western region superintendent for Guilford County Schools, announced the Class of 2015’s Top 25 academic students, who, along with their parents, were asked to stand and be recognized. In alphabetic order, the students were: Yong Su An, Mariyka Auber, Sabrina Carr, Chris Chung, Austin Comeford, Bianca D’Souza, Hannah Godat, Aadam Haque, Elizabeth Hubbard, Alan Kruger, Laura Katherine Langston, Nicholas Loschin, Willa

...continued on p. 31

Emily Duquaine Valedictorian

“It’s not the mountain ahead of you that will wear you out, it’s the pebble in your shoe,” he said. When he told the seniors to “stay cool,” they gave him a standing ovation.

Brandon Grose Salutatorian

NGHS 2014-15 Teacher of the Year Susan Marshall introduced salutatorian Brandon Grose, who graduated with a 5.3182 GPA. He received an appoint-

...continued on p. 31

Traffic shift scheduled SUMMERFIELD – Sometime on the evening of Saturday, June 20, traffic at and near the U.S. 220/N.C. 150E and Auburn Road intersection will shift to the newly paved segments of the highway. Kris Lorenz, NCDOT senior assistant engineer, confirmed drivers will basically travel the same route, so traffic shouldn’t be significantly impacted.

Photo by Patti Stokes/NWO

“It’s progress, and the next step toward getting things done,” she said.

IN THIS ISSUE News in brief ................................3 Your Questions ............................4 Celebration • Business Notes...5 Happy Father’s Day! ..................6 Summerfield Town Council .....10 NWO Real Estate .......................13 Real Estate briefs.......................14 Real Estate transactions ..........19 Community Calendar .............21 Grins & Gripes .......................... 22 Crime/Incident Report ............23 Bits & Pieces ............................. 24 Classifieds .................................26 Index of Advertisers ................ 30 Graduation photos................. 32

bringing the local news home to northwest Guilford County since 1996

www.nwobserver.com

Community

Connections

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 and showing generosity

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

Peace of mind

NEWS in brief

is knowing your dog is loved and cared for

GTCC dedicates B&I Building, conference center Located on Leabourne Road at N.C. 68 COLFAX – Guilford Technical Community College dedicated its new Business and Industry Building and Conference Center on the college’s Leabourne Road campus on Wednesday, June 10. The event celebrated the completion of the first building on the 102-acre Donald W. Cameron Campus – GTCC’s fifth campus, which opened in August 2014. Dr. Randy Parker, GTCC president, said the journey began in 2007 with a founding concept of “regionalism,” which he said he believes has been accomplished. The campus is named after Donald W. Cameron, president emeritus of GTCC, who served the col-

lege for 30 years, the last 20 as president. “Dr. Cameron’s vision, which is now realized, was for a campus dedicated to and rooted in the needs of business and industry within the Piedmont Triad,” said Parker.

Photo by Gerri Hunt/NWO

Attendees of GTCC’s Business and Industry Building dedication on Wednesday, June 10, tour the teaching warehouse.

He noted that the “crown jewels” of the $48 million, 94,000-square-foot facility are industrial training flex labs, a full-scale teaching warehouse, and a conference center that seats 250 and is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. “Today’s dedication serves as our continued commitment to the success of the Piedmont Triad and to acknowledge the relationships developed with our

partner colleges, universities, businesses and industries,” said Parker. The Cameron campus is home to the North Carolina Center for Global Logistics, a collaborative effort among Guilford and Forsyth technical colleges, and Davidson County and Randolph community colleges, to develop a highlytrained workforce for the logistics and supply-chain industries.

Westergaard Kennels DOG BOARDING

Make your summer and July 4th reservations now! 5719 Bunch Rd, Oak Ridge • 643-5169 jingletail@mac.com • 27 years serving you

www.westbengoldens.com

HAIRCUTS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY • NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY

GRAND OPENING SPECIAL

NOW OPEN!

SHOPPES OF NORTH BATTLEGROUND Near Harris Teeter & Rody’s Tavern

4008 Battleground Ave • Greensboro, NC 27310 • 336-897-7047

supercuts.com

7 HAIRCUT

$ 99

Coupon valid only at 4008 Battleground Ave location. Not valid with any other offer. No cash value. One coupon valid per customer. Please present coupon prior to payment of service. Printed in the USA © 2015 Supercuts Inc. Valid 06/19/15 – 06/28/15 GONW799

REGISTER FOR GRAND OPENING GIVEAWAYS! APPLE MINI IPAD • $50 AMAZON GIFTCARDS The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

your QUESTIONS

www.nwobserver.com

@mynwobserver

Submit your questions about topics relevant to the northwest area

@northwestobserver

online: nwobserver.com

/northwestobserver

OUR TEAM Patti Stokes, editor/publisher Laura Reneer, associate publisher Gerri Hunt, associate editor L.A. Logan, sports/high school news writer Annette Joyce, marketing manager Sean Gentile, art director Yvonne Truhon, page layout Leon Stokes, IT director Lucy Smith, finance manager Linda Schatz, distribution manager Helen Ledford, Annette Joyce, Kristin Kubly, contributing writers

phone: (336) 644-7035; fax: 644-7006 mail: PO Box 268 | Oak Ridge, NC 27310 OFFICE: 1616 NC 68 N, Oak Ridge Hours: M-F 9am-2pm (or by appointment)

ADVERTISING Laura Reneer or Annette Joyce (336) 644-7035, ext. 10 display: advertising@nwobserver.com classified: classifieds@nwobserver.com Independently owned & published by

Curious about something?

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

e-mail: questions@ nwobserver.com I heard a commercial developer wants to put a “big Walmart” at the corner of N.C. 68 and Leabourne Road, just outside of the Oak Ridge town limits. Is that true? On Dec. 14, 2012, Greenlea 68 Land, a real investment company based in Greensboro, purchased adjacent tracts of land at the corner of Leabourne Road and N.C. 68, totaling about 117 acres, for $6.3 million. The property is south of GTCC’s Donald W. Cameron Campus and just outside of the Oak Ridge town limits; it is zoned for multi-use development, which according to Guilford County’s development ordinance can accommodate “residential, commercial and light industrial developed on large tracts in accordance with a unified development plan.” The adjacent tracts are outside of the Greensboro City limits; if developed, they would have to be annexed into Greensboro in order to be served by the city’s municipal water system.

I’ve read about Oak Ridge commissions and committees in the paper. What’s the difference? The Town of Oak Ridge has a Historic Preservation Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission, as well as Finance, Water, and Land Use committees. Members of both committees and commissions are appointed by the town council. Oak Ridge Town Manager Bruce Oakley explains commissions generally have more authority [than committees] to act on behalf of the town, operate more independently of the town council, and sometimes (but not always) have quasi-judicial power – described on usalegal.com as the power or duty to investigate and to draw conclusions from such investigations. For example, the Oak Ridge His-

toric Preservation Commission has the authority to hold quasi-judicial hearings in which speakers must be sworn in and the commission is charged with hearing testimony about personal or property rights and making decisions which are legally binding. The town’s Parks and Recreation Commission makes recommendations to the council, and has some limited oversight of the town park. Oakley also noted that Oak Ridge has a Planning and Zoning Board and a Board of Adjustment, both of which each have some authority to make legally binding decisions. “Boards and commissions follow ordinances, rules and regulations adopted by the town,” said Oakley. “Committees’ general functions are to research and develop ideas and to recommend policies and plans.”

A decade

of serving the northwest community  Wills  Estate planning  Trusts

8004 Linville Rd, Suite E-3, Oak Ridge (336) 643-4623

We checked with the Guilford County Planning Department and as of yet, the department has not received an application to develop this site. We’ll continue to follow this issue and will publish updates as they become available.

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

 Guardianships  Real estate  Probate and administration of estates and trust  Small business start-ups and contracts

attorneybillbarbour.com

BUSINESS notes

CELEBRATION RUSSELL/HERNDON WEDDING Kristen Marie Russell and Mark Evan Herndon of Greensboro were united in marriage Saturday, May 23, at Summerfield Farms. The bride is the daughter of Scott and Pat Russell of Summerfield. She is a graduate of Appalachian State University and UNCG and is employed by the U.S. National Whitewater Center. The groom is the son of Beth Selk and Skip and Nancy Herndon of Lake St. Louis, Missouri. He is a graduate of Regis University and is employed by the Greensboro Fire Department. The couple will be taking their honeymoon in Hawaii.

for celebration ad rates:

e-mail: celebrations@nwobserver.com call: 644-7035, ext. 10

Welcome to our new advertiser! Please support the businesses and organizations which make our newspaper possible, and tell them you saw them here!

SUPERCUTS Business Owner: Amie Byrd A new Supercuts hair salon opened in Greensboro on June 10, at Shoppes at Battleground North. “We wanted to offer a high quality, convenient hair salon where the entire family could get their hair cut or colored,” says Byrd. “My husband and I looked at all of the available options and were really impressed with the level of stylist training, testing, and validation offered by Supercuts.”

emy program. In this week of training they learn the proven Supercuts techniques and are evaluated by a Supercuts instructor, and they must pass in order to work at Supercuts. The business philosophy is to “hire great people and let them do what they’re great at!” Byrd and her husband, originally from Topeka, Kansas, have considered Greensboro their hometown since 2002. They have two sons, two daughters and one grandson. Two of their children are grown and out on their own. The Byrds spend much of their leisure time watching their youngest son play competitive travel lacrosse and their youngest daughter compete in cheer. They also enjoy spending time at the beach, Smith Mountain Lake, and North Carolina State Parks.

The business is unique because Byrd only hires experienced stylists with proven track records who undergo the extensive Supercuts hair stylist acad-

NOW OPEN!

SHOPPES OF NORTH BATTLEGROUNDSee

ad on p. 3

Near Harris Teeter & Rody’s Tavern

4008 Battleground Ave • Greensboro, NC 27310 • 336-897-7047

supercuts.com

WARM

Coupon One co © 201

WEATHER

APP

IS HERE

Make sure your A/C system can handle the job

www.trane.com

Ask about special financing 7101 US 158, Stokesdale • (336) 643-7397 NEW SYSTEM INSTALLATION • SERVICE • REPAIR

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

t was the general consensus in Traci Browning’s kindergarten class at Northern Elementary that Father’s Day is celebrated “because our fathers do a lot of work.” I don’t know about you, but I think that based on these descriptions, I just might be able to recognize some of these dads if I run into them in the community… photos and copy compiled by Gerri Hunt/NWO

Wilson Hayes Macy Strickland

Brett Long Alexa Martinez

Mattie Sewell Chase Moore

Alexa Martinez says her dad, Alex, “does everything for moms, daughters and sons.” He likes to wear his work clothes, and he “fixes carpets.” Wilson Hayes says his dad, Matt, “does all the work” too, and is sometimes on the computer at home, but still takes time to play soccer with him. Brett Long and his 10-foot-tall dad, Devin, like being outdoors. “We play outside, and we feed the chickens, cows and horses together.” His dad has a little mustache and a beard.

Johann, the dad of Laure Cleyman, “makes messes and my mom has to clean everything up.” He’s 60 feet tall “and when he hugs me, his beard hurts me on my chin because it sticks out.”

Mattie Sewell’s dad, Shawn, has “red dark hair…. it’s really dark.” And when he watches races on TV, he yells, “Go 3!”

Ethan Casper’s dad, Kory, “likes to wear a shirt with two lines on it. He’s really long, about 3 inches tall, maybe 9,” and designs signs at work.

Macy Strickland’s dad, Kenny, calls her “May May.” He’s 4 feet tall, fixes air conditioners, watches golf, and got a big fishing trophy.

Guadalupe Sanchez says her dad, Francisco, “celebrates Mother’s Day for the family.” He’s 2 feet tall and “works on plants” at home.

Chase Moore beats his bald dad, Chris, a lot on the Xbox. “He has the gray shirt, blue pants, and his shirt is short sleeved. And he has a beard.”

Ashton Bates’ dad, Eddie, is also 2 feet tall, with a beard and blackish-gray hair. “At home he takes naps and watches ‘Big Bang Theory.’ I like to work with him, helping him fix stuff.”

Zachary Filipoff and his dad, John, opt for old-fashioned Lincoln Logs. Zachary celebrates Father’s Day because he loves his dad… who is blond and 6 inches tall.

Cruz Lecamu’s dad, Lee, is an 82-foottall anesthesiologist “with a tiny bit of hair” and a beard. They play sports video games together. Nick Van Gorden’s dad, Dan, works on a computer, plays with him when he’s Zachary Filipoff home, and helps clean up. He has grayishblond hair and wears “maybe a size 45 shoe.”

Storage Buildings • Garages • Carports • Gazebos & more BEST quality BEST selection BEST prices BEST service 3130 US Highway 220, Madison (336) 548-2735 • houseofstarsinc.com

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

Nick Van Gorden

Cruz Lecamu

Max Saunders’ family will head to the beach to celebrate Father’s Day with his dad, Aaron. “He looks like me. He’s big, with brown-gray hair.” He likes to watch football, and sometimes yells when they score. Hannah Hicks’ dad, Tim, would rather watch movies. And skate with his “Hannah Banana.” When he goes to work, “he helps patients at the hospital.” Jenna Peele likes hanging out with her dad, Brian. He likes to wear short sleeves, and

Samuel K. Anders, CPA, MSA, PC 27 Years Experience

Individual, Corporate, Partnership & Payroll Tax Electronic Tax Filing  Estate Planning  Bookkeeping & Compilations

Oak Ridge Business Center

8004 Linville Rd, Suite G, Oak Ridge

(336) 643-7577 or 1-800-467-8299 info@samanderscpa.com

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

www.samanderscpa.com

Guadalupe Sanchez

Laure Cleyman

Full-s Ashton Bates

Keep them smiling all summer long Max Saunders

Ethan Casper

if he was an animal, he would be a seahorse. Cayden Bigelow says his 5-foot-tall dad, James Earl, would be a cheetah. “He thinks he’s faster than me. I don’t think he is.” They watch basketball together.

Hannah Hicks

Colby Thomas’ dad, Chad, reads to him every single night, morning and even at lunch. “But not when he’s in Paris and he goes on trips every year.” Colby likes snuggling with his dad, who is bald, 6 feet tall and wears a size 1 shoe. Cora Baker says her dad is special because he plays games with her. “He calls me ‘Pumpkin,’ and he watches adventures on TV.” Rachel Cheek’s dad, Jason, is “really nice, he cares for me, and that’s all.” He calls her “Little Weezers,” and when he’s not teaching AP Statistics, he does puzzles with her and reads her bedtime stories.

Cayden Bigelow

Family Movie Night Friday, June 19 • 7pm

Come watch Big Hero 6 with us – parents and kids welcome at no charge!

Colby Thomas

Cora Baker

...and announcing our new Kids’ Movie Night / Parents’ Night Out Starting July 11 (2nd Saturday every month) 6:30pm - 10:30pm • Registration required

Drop your kids off for a movie while you enjoy a night to yourself! $25/child enrolled at Northern Arts, $35/child child not enrolled.

Rachel Cheek

Elizabeth Salimbene’s dad, Frank, is 7 feet tall. “He’s the boss of a company called S and S. He helps build houses to earn money and to live with us and to take us to Disney World.” Jeremiah Engelbrecht prefers spending time outside with his dad, named Jeremiah also. They like camping, hunting and racing. “My dad is about 100.7 feet tall. He has a little hair and he’s really strong and he has a little shoulder that’s hurt so he has a little cast.”

•

Dr. Beth Borden | (336) 644-2770 | 1009 Hwy 150W, Summerfield

Jenna Peele

Announcing the area’s premier, all-in-one center for martial arts, theatre, drama, music, dance, clogging, zumba, tumbling, Tai Chi, ladies’ self-defense, cheering, senior exercise and more

Elizabeth Salimbene

Registering now for summer camps and fall classes! 1011-D Hwy 150 W, Summerfield • (336) 681-3255 • info@northernartsstudio.com Jeremiah Engelbrecht

www.northernartsstudio.com The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

BiRite

Juicy

2.98

3.98

3-Liter Faygo Soft Drinks

5/$5

Fresh

Family Pack Ground Beef

Butcher’s Best® Beef

Boneless Sirloin Tip Steaks

4.98

Lb.

Lb. Center Cut Pork Chops

Sold In 10-Lb. Bag

2.98

Chicken Leg Quarters

.48

Lb.

.5-Oz. Excludes Decaf! 34

Boneless Strip Steaks

1.98

Lb.

Premium Hothouse Grown

21 To 22-Oz. Grillin’ Or 28-Oz., Selected

Bush’s Best Baked Beans

California Red Seedless Grapes

.98

Hothouse Grown

Fresh Jumbo Seedless Cucumbers

.98

Lb.

10 To 12-Oz. Pkg., Italian, Sweet Butter Or

2/$5

2/$4

2/$5

Sweet Vidalia Onions

Fresh Thick Sliced White Mushrooms

Fresh Express American Blend Salad

Pint Blueberries, 6-Oz. Red Raspberries, Blackberries Or 1-Lb.

Cut Seedless Watermelons

.58

Sweet & Juicy California

Red Plums, Black Plums Or Nectarines

1.98

2/$6

Fresh Strawberries

Lb.

30-Oz., Regular Or Light

Hellmann’s Mayonnaise

3.95 To 4.1-Oz., Assorted

Idahoan Potatoes

5 5 /$

4-Lb.

Domino Pure Granulated Sugar

1.48

1.58

Lb.

9.5-Oz., Selected

Lb.

6-Pack Bottles

UTZ Potato Chips

Hy•Top Squeeze

32-Oz., Upside-Down

Hy•Top Ketchup

EXTRA MEAT SAVINGS 12-Oz.

Branding Iron Sliced Bacon

4 5

8.6 To 12-Oz., Selected

Kellogg’s Cereals

2 5 /$

10.5 To 15.2-Oz., Selected

Kellogg’s Pop•Tarts

2 4 /$

12-Double Rolls Bath Tissue or 8-Rolls

Lily’s Paper Towels

24-Ct. Pacs Or 50-Oz., Selected

Wisk 2x Liquid Detergent

12-Double Roll

Scott Extra Soft Bath Tissue

5.9 To 7.7-Lb. Match Light Or

Kingsford Charcoal

2-Liter, Selected

Coke Products

2.99 3.99 FREE 5.99 4.97 4 5 Buy One, Get One

Bi-Rite Galaxy 8632 Hwy 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357 PHONE: (336)643-5249

STORE HOURS: MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 8:30 AM TO 9:00 PM SATURDAY 8:00 AM TO 9:00 PM & SUNDAY 12:00 PM TO 7:00 PM PRICES GOOD FROM JUNE 17 THRU JUNE 23, 2015

16-Oz., Selected

12-Oz.

4 5

8-Oz. Reg. Or Light

Daisy Sour Cream ...................

.87

12-Oz.

Heluva Good French Onion Dip .....

16-Oz., Selected

Morning Fresh Farms Premium Orange Juice

Pillsbury Grands!jr Golden Layers Biscuits

.87

2/$4

64-Oz.

6-Oz. 5-Ct. Selected

Blue Bonnet Margarine

Borden American Cheese Singles

3 5 /$

International Delight Creamer

2/$5

2/$4

19 To 19.2-Oz. Fish Fillets Or 24-Oz.

3.27

Morning Fresh Farms Fish Sticks......................

Butcher’s Best®

Whole Fresh Pork Picnics

2 1 2 6 2 4 2 5 5 5 .97 Dippin’ Dots

2.98

Lb.

Great For Grilling! 8-Oz. Pkg., South Mill

2 4 Dairy & Frozen Specials! /$

Sweet & Tasty

Ripe Tomatoes On The Vine

3-Oz.

2.98

3.99

3-Lb. Bag Genuine Georgia Grown

Bone-In

Country Style Pork Ribs

8.98

5.97

.87

Del Monte Fresh

Large Gold Ripe Pineapples

Butcher’s Best®

Folgers Country Roast Coffee

Hy•Top Cut Green Beans

5-Oz. In Water

Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna

Red Ripe

Bone-In

1.98

14.5 To 15.25-Oz., Selected Corn Or

Northwest Grown

Fresh Sweet Cherries

Idaho Grown Potatoes

Assorted Pork Chops

.98

Assorted

10-Lb. Bag Genuine

Butcher’s Best®

Large Fresh Mangoes

Lb.

Butcher’s Best® Beef

Boneless Sirloin Tip Roast Lb.

2.98

Tropical Ripe

California Fresh Apricots

Bi-Rite SupeR maRket on faceBook, twitteR, & inStagRam

Visit Us At www.stokesdalebirite.com & Join Our Mailing List!

12-Oz.

.98

9.8-Oz., Blueberry Or

Turkey Hill Ice Cream

Croissant, Lean Or Hot Pockets

5/$5

2/$5

2/$4

5-Oz., Assorted

Better Valu Homestyle Waffles

El Monterey Burritos

5/$5

2/$3

3-Liter Box

Corbet Canyon

32-Oz. Bottles

32-Pack, 16.9-Oz.

12-Pack 12-Oz. Cans Only

.88

3.99

9.99

Power Aid Sports Drink

6-Pack (51-Oz.)

Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix ...................

Niagara Water

2/$6 2/$4 3.97

29-Oz.

2/$4 2/$4 2/$5

10.99

Bud Or Bud Light Beer

50-Lb. Bag

Martindale Yams.................................

Top Runner Bite Size Dog Food ...

64-Oz.

25-Oz., Selected

1.5-Liter

Sutter Home Wines

8.99

18.97 2/$4 2/$5

3.15-Lb., Selected

Friskies Cat Food ........................ 121-Oz., Regular

Hidden Valley Pasta Salad .....................

White House White Vinegar ..............

Palmolive Dish Liquid ....................

Clorox Bleach .............................

20 To 24-Oz., Selected

7.75 To 8-Oz.

100-Ct., Selected

50-Ct.

Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing............

Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks

2/$3

48-Oz., Asst.

8 To 9-Oz., Assorted

North Star Twin Pops

6.9 To 7.25-Oz., Selected

4.5 To 8-Oz., Selected

Bar S Hot Dogs

6-Count, Assorted

7-Oz. Original Or White Cheddar

Sunshine Cheez-It

2 4 /$

Lay’s Potato Chips ..................

8 To 9.75-Oz., Selected

Cheetos Or Fritos Snacks

Buy One, Get One

FREE

24-Ct. Family Size, Reg. Only

Lipton Tea Bags

2 5 /$

Top Care Ibuprofen........................

18.4-Oz.

Pillsbury Brownie Mix

4 5 /$

3.97 3.97 2/$3

Hy•Top Foam Plates ...................

14.4-Oz.

6-Oz. Hotter, Garlic Or

5 5

.77

Silver Floss Kraut

Texas Pete Hot Sauce

9.8 To 10.8-Oz., Selected

Oscar Mayer Lunchables

2/$5

28-Oz.

Hy•Top Instant Rice

2 5 /$

11-Oz., Selected

Nabisco Nilla Wafers

2/$7

32-Oz.

32-Oz. Elbow Macaroni Or

2/$6

2/$5

Clorox Clean-Up Spray

Hy•Top Spaghetti

4-Lb.

Hy•Top Pinto Beans

2/$6

11.3-Oz.

5-Lb. Bag, Plain Or Self-Rising

2/$3

2/$4

Hy•Top Snack Crackers

Hy•Top Flour

Full-service • Grooming & boarding • Dental care Horse farm calls • Flea & tick prevention & meds

Certified Vet

Dr. Robert N. Oglesby Dr. Mindy Wesely

Individual & Small Business Bookkeeping & Payroll Individual & Corporate Tax Returns

8208 US Hwy 158, Stokesdale • (336) 643-8515

www.stokesdaleveterinaryhospital.com

PO Box 469 • 8400 US Hwy 158, Stokesdale

(336) 644.2741 • kim.thacker@att.net

NEW extended hours: Thurs & Fri until 7:30pm, Sat 9am-1pm

Flowers and gifts for all occasions

We Help Everyone! SELLERS & BUYERS

(336) 643-4248 www.ANewDawnRealty.com

gems in

downtown

Stokesdale

Be prepared – pre-plan your funeral Payment plans available

Forbis&Dick

Gigi’s Flowers & More, llc 8606 Ellisboro Road, Stokesdale (336) 298-7081 www.stokesdaleflorist.com

Find specials and updates on our Facebook page

Funeral Homes

Stokesdale 8320 Hwy 158, (336) 643-3711 Greensboro 1118 N Elm St, (336) 275-8408 5926 W Friendly Ave, (336) 299-9171

Locally owned & operated • Serving Stokesdale, Greensboro, Oak Ridge & Summerfield

facebook.com / StokesdaleBiRite

Located at 8632 Hwy 158, Stokesdale • www.stokesdalebirite.com

SUMMERFIELD town council

June 9 / MEETING HIGHLIGHTS as reported by PATTI STOKES  Mayor Tim Sessoms called the monthly meeting to order and Linda Southard led the opening prayer, which was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Park event on July 11 at 6 p.m. Sessoms said the Music in the Park event on June 6 was very well attended and Patrick Rock Band did a great job.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

A draft of the county’s updated multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan is available for review.

 Councilwoman Alicia Flowers announced Golden Antiques and Treasures will re-open at the end of June in the former Yamaha motorcycle building off U.S. 220 North (left at Camp Carefree sign on Simpson Road).  Town Manager Scott Whitaker announced the annual kids’ fishing derby was set for June 13 at Summerfield Community Park and all 50 available spots were filled. Blackwater Rhythm and Blues Band will perform at the town’s Music in the

PUBLIC COMMENTS  Adrian Williamson spoke in opposition to the draft budget and how much money the town was spending on the athletic fields. “Last year we heard the SRA (Summerfield Recreation Association) beg us to be able to play ball,” Williamson said. “Now we’re going to spend another $250,000 – plus another $190,000 to put another road in there (at Summer-

Vacation Bible School SUMMERFIELD FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

Monday, June 22- Friday, June 26 • 6:30 -9 pm To register, visit www.summerfieldfbc.com (Click “Vacation Bible School” on the right-hand side)

Need help? Email Derrick Moody at dmoody@summerfieldfbc.com

2300 Scalesville Road, Summerfield • (336) 643-6383

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

field Athletic Park) … who will pay for that? The taxpayers.”

people … where are we going with this?” he asked.

The “youth sports bunch” had petitioned to lower athletic park usage fees, but were now nowhere to be found, Williamson said. “They move on and we still have the expense,” he concluded.

Regarding the $25,000 in the draft budget to help fund a water and fire protection study, Crawford said it was the county’s responsibility to spend money on fixing safety-related problems, not the town’s.

COMMITTEE REPORTS  The Finance Committee will meet July 20, the Historical Committee will meet June 25 and the Public Safety Committee was to meet June 17. Trails and Open Space. Chair Jane Doggett said the committee was very pleased with the participation and feedback it received at Founders’ Day last month. “We had a lot of interest in the trail – they (committee members) said there were no negative comments about the trail. Everyone was very excited,” Doggett said. The committee will meet again on June 24. Founders’ Day. Whitaker said the Founders’ Day Committee had met to discuss feedback from council, citizens and everyone involved with Founders’ Day on May 15-16, and to think through the venue, dates, times, rides, etc.; a subcommittee was formed which will make recommendations for next Founders’ Day. Sessoms said the shuttle bus transportation system at Founders’ Day was greatly improved this year.

PUBLIC HEARING FY 2015-2016 budget  Dwayne Crawford said he didn’t have time to use the trails and was “agnostic about them,” but he did have opinions about the cost of extending the A&Y Greenway trail through Summerfield. “The Greenway trail started outside of Summerfield and the idea of extending it here was sold to us – and bought by some of us, but not all 10,000 of us,” he said. The athletic park still operates at a loss, while more people – the majority from outside of Summerfield – are using it, he added. “And now we’re going to hire more

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

“Summerfield no longer serves a population of 10,000 – most people live their lives oblivious to the government. I think the government serves itself, and no longer its citizens,” he concluded.  Adrian Williamson spoke again, claiming the town manager had been told to spend down the town’s reserves. “At the rate we are going, it won’t take long,” he said, urging the council “to draw some of these expenditures back in …”  Elizabeth Ingram complimented the town manager and staff for providing such a wellprepared budget that even people with no financial background could understand. Council/staff discussion. Whitaker said the proposed FY 2015-2016 budget had been formally presented at a special called meeting on May 28 and the 40-page budget had been made available online and in hard copy for anyone who wished to review it. The $1,960,529 proposed budget will reduce reserves by $827,604 and keep the property tax rate at 2.75 cents (per $100 property valuation). “The $915,000 in the capital budget has been vetted throughout the budget process with public meetings and public input,” Whitaker said.  Flowers agreed the budget was well-presented, but said the tax rate will eventually increase substantially because of so many large projects on the horizon. As for a $25,000 line item for a water and fire protection study, she said she had spent the afternoon listening to the audio of the Feb. 10 council meeting (in which Summerfield Fire Department Chief Chris Johnson and Ken Rierson, chairman of the department’s board, attended and spoke). “We didn’t ever say ‘Go put $50,000

Additionally, Flowers said an 8 percent raise for the town manager (approved in May) was excessive. “I know he works hard, but that is a lot of money,” she said.

was that I had a directive to bring something back to you for consideration.” “If they (fire department) can spend money on a study, then let them,” Flowers said. “And they tax about three times what we tax,” council member Elizabeth McClellan added, pointing out the department, which contracts with the town, has a tax rate of 13.1 cents (per $100 property valuation). Sessoms said he had reached out to people with the county regarding this matter and was “trying to sort it out,” but had more people yet to talk with. “I am not of the opinion at this point that we will end up spending what is in the budget, but I think we owe it to the fire department to at least have a placeholder to show our commitment,” he said. McClellan said she took issue with the fire department declining to share their financials with the town, as Flowers had stated.

 In reference to the water and fire protection study, Whitaker said he had been directed to bring a recommendation to the council after the scope of what had been discussed had been broadened – and specifically to do that for the upcoming budget year.

 Council member Dena Barnes said she wanted the town to keep a good relationship with the fire department. “I don’t care if the money is in there (the budget) or not – but if we leave it in there, it shows we are willing to do something,” she said.

“Part of that was to look at potential cost-sharing,” Whitaker said. “I feel my duty as a manager is to deliver on that … my interpretation from that meeting

McClellan said the town shouldn’t fund the study just because it had money in reserves and people thought the town could afford it.

or $25,000 (in the budget) for a study,’” she said. “The manager was supposed to get back with us after Mr. Rierson checked to see if the fire department board could fund a study. Since the fire district encompasses a much larger area than the town and contracts with the town for fire safety, if there is a problem, the fire department needs to check with the county … also, when we give money to a non-profit, we expect to see their financials.” Flowers also questioned continuing to budget money for Planning and Zoning Board and Board of Adjustment member training when it wasn’t being used. “If we’re not going to spend the money, don’t put it in the budget. If you’re going to put it in the budget, then require them to take the training,” she said.

Since 2008

Free consultation!

NECK & LOW BACK PAIN • HEADACHES NUMBNESS & TINGLING • SPORTS INJURIES WELLNESS CARE • AUTO INJURIES PREGNANCY DISCOMFORT

“The fire district is much larger than the town. If the town takes the responsibility for this study, what about the people who live outside the town but in the fire district – are they going to chip in?” Flowers asked.  Council member Mike Adams said he felt the town should be willing to contribute to a study if it wanted to have input. “I would like to direct the study somewhat and ask for alternatives as opposed to just ‘fire hydrants and that’s it,’” he said. “I would like to have some money in the budget and some input for our town ….” “It’s not just our town – it’s the entire fire district,” Flowers argued. “We are short circuiting the process between the fire department and the county.” Sessoms argued the town is responsible for the safety of its citizens. “I agree it is a county issue. I want the county to pick it (the expense) up … but they are not. I am trying to show them this is an issue,” he said. “Even if it’s $9,500 in the budget, that sends a message to the fire department…” Flowers asked if it wasn’t the department’s job to take public safety issues to the county, then added, “I don’t like that word ‘placeholder.’ It means nothing.” “It gives you a spot at the table,” Adams said. “I don’t want a spot at that table,” Flowers responded, to which Adams countered, “I do – I’m part of Summerfield.”

McClellan’s motion to remove the $25,000 line item for a water and fire protection study was seconded by Flowers, but garnered no more votes.

 3  2 to decrease the proposed

$25,000 budgeted for a water and fire protection study to $9,500 (Flowers and McClellan voted against).  Flowers said the town was losing money on planning fees and felt it should consider imposing impact fees on developers. Fees to use the community and athletic park facilities should also be raised, she said.  Parks and Recreation Manager Jeff Goard said more revenue from park rental fees would come in by June 30. The athletic park is almost at capacity, which requires more staff on weekends, he said; he pointed out that revenue from park facility fees increased this fiscal year and SRA is paying more than it ever has. Flowers asked Goard what percentage of athletic park facility users were from Summerfield and he said the majority of soccer and baseball/softball league tournament players have Greensboro addresses; about 25 percent of SRA participants have Summerfield addresses. A benefit of hosting tournaments at the athletic park is that the local restaurants, gas stations, grocery store, etc., get more business, he noted.

... continued on p. 12

Providing pet care in

northwest Guilford County since 1994 Complete services include preventive, medical, surgical and dental care, as well as prescription diets We also offer veterinary-supervised boarding

(336) 643-6115 1433 Hwy 68, Oak Ridge (near Bill’s Pizza)

Dr. David Lorczak

Oak Ridge Business Center, Linville Rd & NC 68 | (336) 644-8078 | orchiro.com

Call for an appointment today!

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

carrvethospital.com

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

TOWN COUNCIL

...continued from p. 11

When Flowers asked if Goard felt raising the facility usage fees was warranted, he responded, “We are right around what every other small town is charging for using our athletic fields – going up wouldn’t be a big benefit.” He added that fees for using the community park could increase, however. Whitaker pointed out that several planning fees had increased substantially, but the budget shows revenue from planning fees decreasing next fiscal year because the town can’t predict how much development activity will occur. In response to Flowers’ question

about environmental impact fees, Whitaker said that “was on the radar.”

 3  2 to approve the proposed

FY 2015-2016 budget after reducing the amount allocated for a water and fire protection study from $25,000 to $9,500 (if budgeted, this is the amount the town manager is authorized to spend without having to bring it back before the council). McClellan and Flowers voted against.

TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT  5  0 In three separate votes, the council unanimously approved the re-appointment of Don Wendelken to

the Finance Committee, Bill and Anna Heroy and Elizabeth Ingram to the Historical Committee, and Cheri Pikett and Don Wendelken to the Public Safety Committee.

fields (the expense will come out of the current fiscal year’s budget).

son to the Finance Committee to fill the seat being vacated by long-time member Ronnie Stafford. Flowers said it was gratifying to have four very qualified people apply to serve on this committee.

Rhondan Road paving. Whitaker said the property owner who had opposed providing land for an easement to pave and improve Rhondan Road was now potentially more in favor of it and he would keep the council posted.  5  0 to approve the annual audit contract with Rouse, Rouse, Penn & Rouse.

 5  0 to appoint Christine Hen-

 5  0 to appoint Matthew Wallace to the Trails and Open Space Committee to replace Alex Ashton as Guilford County’s representative.

Personnel policy change. Council agreed to expanding options in the personnel policy for employees who miss all or a portion of a workday due to adverse weather conditions. Welcome signs. With I-73 to intersect Summerfield within the next few years and U.S. 220 being widened, the council discussed placing “Welcome to Summerfield” signs at the future I-73/(northern end of) U.S. 220 interchange and just north of the U.S. 220 and Strawberry Road interchange; a third, possibly more historic-type sign will be placed near the N.C. 150/U.S. 220 intersection.  5  0 to purchase a Toro Sand Pro and an attachment – for an amount not to exceed $13,000 – for leveling, dragging, smoothing and plowing the athletic

Here, you’ll find more than just medical expertise. You’ll find compassionate care offered by people you know – your own neighbors, friends and maybe even family. We care about our community and, most of all, we care about you.

RFQs. Whitaker said he would present recommendations for firms to provide design of the A&Y Greenway trail extension at the July council meeting.

Park gates. Two bollards have been purchased, delivered and will be installed at the entrance gate to the community park.

COUNCIL COMMENTS Barnes thanked everyone who commiserated with her and husband BJ (Guilford County sheriff) after their home was recently broken into. Flowers asked Whitaker about parking lot lights at the rear of Town Hall, and he replied he was working through the permit process with Guilford County. Flowers then asked about the two sheriff’s deputies in attendance, and Whitaker said they had attended the meeting at the town’s request. The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.

A+

Granite starting at $29/sq. ft. installed

Quartz starting at $45/sq. ft. installed FREE stainless steel sink (restrictions apply) Locally owned & operated In-house installers

Visit our showroom for FREE estimates!

1510 North NC Hwy 68 | 336 644 0111 | eaglemds.com

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

Greensboro: 312 Dougherty St • 574-2755 www.prostoneusa.com

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

14 Northwest Guilford

real estate briefs

See which new and existing homes have sold in your area, and for how much

15 Spotlight on Builders MD

Built by Builders MD and located in Hiltonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing at 8310 Hunters Drive in Greensboro, this stunning home boasts 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and is listed at $436,000. Cover photo by Annette Joyce/NWO

The Northwest Observer â&#x20AC;˘ Totally local since 1996

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

REAL ESTATE briefs

YOUR NORTHWEST AREA

EXPERT!

25 years experience

DeDe Cunningham REALTOR®/Broker • NC Licensed Contractor Bachelor of Arts in Architecture Real Trends Top Agents • Consistent Results

(336) 509-1923 cell/text dedecunningham@kw.com

DeDe’s

REAL ESTATE GROUP

www.dedestriadhomes.com

r de in n U act r nt o c

Two northwest-area communities break ground OAK RIDGE/STOKESDALE – The landscape is changing on Haw River Road in Oak Ridge, and at the former Dawn Acres golf course property off N.C. 68 in Stokesdale, as the infrastructure is being put in place for the area’s newest communities – Knights Landing and Dawn Acres. Road grading and utility placement are currently underway at both locations. Lot draws, in which the lots are divided among builders, has taken place for Dawn Acres and will be completed for Knights Landing by the end of July. Both properties are being developed by Kevan Combs, who says work on Dawn Acres is about a month ahead of Knights Landing. Weather permitting, Combs says new home construction should start in both Dawn Acres and Knights Landing around late August or early September.

a 2d

Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO

Grading for community roads is underway at Knights Landing in Oak Ridge.

Eighty lots are planned for Dawn Acres, with 50 percent of the 113-acre development reserved for open, or undeveloped space. The price range for the all-brick homes will start at $350,000. The 81-acre Knights Landing development in Oak Ridge will have 77 lots, each

with a minimum of 20,000 square feet or about one-half acre; 35 acres of the property will remain as open space. The all-brick homes will start in the upper $400,000s. The two developments are being marketed by Builder Services, Inc. (BSI), a division of Allen Tate.

Oak Ridge Realtor forms new team

8307 Linville Oaks Drive, Oak Ridge Linville Oaks • $735,000

“Call me today to get your home sold!” Angie Wilkie, Realtor®/Broker

(336) 451-9519 • angie.wilkie@allentate.com

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

Realtor Dede Cunningham has joined Keller Williams Realty and formed her own team, DeDe’s Real Estate Group.

marketing and exposure for sellers, more opportunities for buyers and sellers, as well as team-building opportunities,” she says.

Having already surpassed $10 million in sales for Cunningham 2015, Cunningham says she joined Keller Williams Realty because she “wanted to be a part of a progressive real estate company.”

A member of the Oak Ridge Merchants Association, Cunningham served as president of the organization in 2014 and continues to serve as a board member. She’s also a volunteer member of the Board of Adjustment for the Town of Oak Ridge. In her limited spare time, she’s an avid runner and is currently training for her third and fourth half-marathons.

“Keller Williams promotes an agentcentric business model that focuses on cutting-edge training, top notch internet

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

Cunningham and her husband Richard live in Oak Ridge. Their son, Andrew, is a rising senior at Northwest High School.

... more Real Estate Briefs on p. 18

Builders MD Committed to creating beautiful homes while building visions

As a teenager, David Flanders became infatuated with the construction industry and spent his summers building homes with a local builder. Even a full load of classes didn’t deter him from continuing his hands-on construction education during college. More often than not, in his free time he could be found onsite remodeling a 4,500-squarefoot nearby mountain retreat. In 2007, Flanders graduated from Appalachian State University with a bachelor’s degree in construction technology and a minor in business management. After graduation, the Greensboro native opened Builders MD and began doing what he loves to do most – creating unique homes tailored to a family’s needs as well as dreams. “We don’t just build houses, we turn dreams into reality,” says Flanders. With his business built on that premise, he and his team are now among Guilford County’s premiere builders. Based in Oak Ridge, Builders MD is family-owned and operated. Flanders’ father, Mike, and younger sister, Mary Metty, help oversee the administrative side of the business. As an interior designer, his wife Casey brings valuable expertise to the home creation process.

Photo by Annette

“Casey has an incredible talent for working closely with clients – regardless of budget – to truly make a house into a home,” says Flanders. “She provides as much or as little assistance as a client wants. With our spec homes, she selects and coordinates everything – brick, paint, shutters and fixtures.” To make his mark on the local building scene, Flanders knew his company had to be different. Part of doing that was bringing Casey on board to provide design assistance. Also important was being a hands-on builder. “I make it a point to be on-site and do a lot of the work myself,” says Flanders. He also wanted to make his homes distinctive. Together, he and Casey have accomplished that by venturing into the unpredictable and unique – for example, they’re not afraid of forgoing the neutral paint tones that traditionally make homes more saleable and spicing things up with color. Finding ways to add character is another one of Builders MD’s trademarks. For instance, in their house at 8310 Hunters Drive in Greensboro’s Hilton’s Landing, an old roll-out window serves as a dramatic foyer focal point, while the red brick kitchen walls complement the more contemporary granite countertops. Nooks and built-ins are abundant in a Builders MD home. Mudrooms feature plenty of cubbies and hooks for storing items such as coats, shoes, book bags, etc. Window seats hide storage underneath and built-ins often

Joyce/NWO

Unique features such as these red brick kitchen walls and range hood made from reclaimed wood are some of the unique trademarks of a Builders MD home.

replace the need for added furniture. “We design our homes for efficiency and seek to give homeowners plenty of options to deal with clutter,” Flanders says. While Builders MD homes are beautiful and well-built, ultimately it’s the homeowner’s opinion that really matters – and that’s where the company’s success is touted. “We just wanted you to know how much we have enjoyed working with you and Casey,” wrote Erich and Brenda Thompson of Jamestown after they moved into their new Builders MD home. “We will be letting folks know of our wonderful experience with Builders MD. Thanks for the beautiful house!” Betsy and Al Poindexter of Greensboro wrote, “You are to be commended on your process – from start to finish it was a smooth operation. Builders MD has been great to work with. Their pas-

Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO

Casey and David Flanders with their sons, Easton and Noah

(336) 362-2234

www.buildersmd.com facebook.com/buildersmd

sion for quality work is contagious.” “David and his team were knowledgeable, professional and dedicated,” wrote Russell and Katie Peele of Greensboro. “They worked around the clock to complete projects and exceeded expectations.” And Oak Ridge residents Chuck and Kelly Pinnix echoed those sentiments. “When shopping for a home, we had a lengthy list of specific wants and desires,” the couple said. “David exceeded our expectations for quality and workmanship. As for Builders MD and David’s professionalism and integrity, we cannot say enough good things! We would, and have, recommended David and his company to anyone in the market for a high quality home!” These are the kind of comments that Flanders never tires of hearing as he continues to deliver a positive building experience and beautiful homes for his homeowners. David and Casey have two sons, Noah, 6, and Easton, 4. When not working, they enjoy family time and being outdoors. Builders MD is building homes in Riverside and Heron’s Nest in Oak Ridge, Belews Landing at Belews Lake, and Hilton’s Landing and Jessup Ridge in northern Greensboro.

Friddle and Company, Inc. offers a unique perspective on construction and design. We build custom homes from $450,000 to over $1 million and have become known for our attention to detail, creativity and exceptional customer care.

JK Friddle and Company, Inc. Michael and Paige Friddle Phone: 404-0160 or 908-0966 www.FriddleAndCompany.com

• Residential & commercial • On-site owner supervision Call Mike at (336) 362-4462 or Casey at (336) 706-1887

Casey Johnson Commie Johnson Rick Lee

Mike Lee

johnsonandleellc.com

IT’S MORE THAN JUST A Not your average home builder We are here to help you from conception to completion

Don Mills Builders: where quality is a standa a For nearly three decades, Don Mills Builders has been setting the standards for high-quality, beautiful homes. As Don likes to say, “Quality is a standard in our homes, not an upgrade.” Don and his wife, Annette, strive to provide a stress-free building experience that results in a custom home designed to

Ray Bullins Construction Co., Inc. | (336) 345-3263 | raybullinsconstruction.com

match the individual lifestyles and tastes of their clients. Communication is the key to giving homeowners exactly what they want. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, Don and Annette stay in constant contact with their clients to make sure the process is running smoothly and on time. During the construction process, Annette works pr cclosely with homeowners to t choose and coordinate those all-important design options – such as colors, fixtures, hardware, tile and more. With her guidance, homeowners never feel like they’re “sinking in a sea of choices.” c It’s this attention to qual-

Quality for over 30 years A family business, we takes pride in our hands-on craftsmanship. Let us create your dream home in one of the neighborhoods we’re currently building in – or wherever you want to be!

(336) 643-4219 | DisneyCustomHomes.com

Brought to you by Builder Services, Inc. Jason Smith Tonya Gilbert (336) 451-4921 (336) 215-7138 Custom Home Communities | BSInewhomes.com

Quality

is a standard in our homes...not an upgrade

Building dreams one home at a time

Don Mills

Builders, Inc. More than 25 years of hands-on experience

Looking to build? Contact us today to schedule a consultation

(336) 362-1777

www.donmillsbuilders.com

Co-owners C Co o Don and Annette Mills

(336) 575-4797

Br ia nT homp s on Home s.c om

HOUSE – IT’S A LIFESTYLE

a ard ity and customer service that has resulted in a multitude of satisfied clients – like Cheryl Barnett of Greensboro. After two years of visiting construction sites and open houses, Barnett chose Don Mills Builders. “I would not only recommend Don Mills to build your home,” says Barnett. “I would have him build another one for me. They are professional, organized, timely and very knowledgeable about the entire construction process, which made my building experience enjoyable and not stressful.”

“Don and Annette built a beautiful, high quality home for us,” says Greensboro’s Jon Sherpherd. “We’re now in a larger home but our utility bills are less than half what they were at our last house. That’s a strong testament to the quality of a Don Mills home!” And Sue Murray of Summerfield says, “We were living in New York while our house in Summerfield was being built. Don and Annette could not have been more professional and helpful. They made the entire process stress-free and we could not be happier with the quality of their work.”

Don Mills Builders, Inc. More than 25 years of hands-on experience

You dream it

Multi-gold award-winning builder specializing in new home construction

Call today to schedule a private custom home consultation

...let us build it (336) 643-3503 or (336)382-0728

www.RandKCustomHomes.net

When only the best will do

(336) 362-1777 | www.donmillsbuilders.com

Birkhaven Summerfield

Linville Ridge

Dawn Acres

Knight’s Landing

Oak Ridge

Stokesdale

Oak Ridge

(336) 382-9085 • naylorcustom@gmail.com

www.naylorcustomhomes.com

REAL ESTATE briefs ...continued from p. 14

Northwest Guilford tops list of housing starts Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO

Based on new home permits issued by Guilford County, the northwest region of the county is the place to be.

According to a monthly report released by the Guilford County Planning and Inspections Department, Oak Ridge, Summerfield and Stokesdale continue to lead other areas of the county with regard to the number of new home permits.

Enjoy easy access to funds when you need it most.

For the first five months of 2015, Guilford County has issued 28 permits for new single-family residences in Oak Ridge; Summerfield has had 19 and Stokesdale eight.

Introductoryrates ratesasaslow low Introductory asas

2.75% THEN as Rates as low low as

* for the life of the line VariableAPR APR Variable for the life of the line (Prime ++ 0.00%) 0.00%) (Prime

8110 US HWY 158 • Stokesdale (336) 643-6341

www.fidelitybanknc.com 04/29/15 04/29/15

Subjectto tocredit creditapproval approval under Fidelity Bank’s underwriting guidelines. is good for new Equity only. Existing Subject under Fidelity Bank’s underwriting guidelines. Offer is Offer good for new Equity Lines only.Lines Existing customersmust mustobtain obtaina $20,000 a $20,000increase increase credit increase line balance the required customers in in thethe credit lineline and and increase their their line balance by the by required amount amount to cover coverclosing closingcosts coststotoreceive receive promotional rates associate for complete details). Rate for Equity Lines with promotional rates (see(see associate for complete details). Rate is for is Equity Lines with a loan-to-value loan-to-valueofofnono more than 90%. To qualify for these customer also possess a Beacon more than 90%. To qualify for these rates,rates, customer shouldshould also possess a Beacon Score ofScore at of at haveaadebt-to-income debt-to-income ratio of less or equal to 45%. may be higher for customers least 630 and and have ratio of less thanthan or equal to 45%. RatesRates may be higher for customers with lowwith low BeaconScores. Scores.Certain Certainother other conditions restrictions Thisisoffer is limited to owner-occupied, single family Beacon conditions andand restrictions may may apply.apply. This offer limited to owner-occupied, single family dwellingsand andisisnot not valid rental properties, cooperatives, residential lots, or speciality homes (log dwellings valid forfor rental properties, cooperatives, mobilemobile homes,homes, residential lots, or speciality homes (log home,prefab prefabhome, home, underground etc.). Prime is variable based on the Prime Rate published on the home, underground solar solar home,home, etc.). Prime Rate isRate variable based on the Prime Rate published on the ofeach eachmonth month Wall Street Journal. of May 1, 2015, the Prime Rate is 3.25%. is no origination first day day of in in thethe Wall Street Journal. As ofAsMay 1, 2015, the Prime Rate is 3.25%. There There is no origination fee charged chargedtotoopen open a Fidelity Bank Home Equity feesbemay be charged at origination, or subsequent fee a Fidelity Bank Home Equity Line. Line. OtherOther fees may charged at origination, closing or closing subsequent closing,ranging ranging from $1,500 Property insurance andinsurance flood insurance where applicable, to closing, from $0$0 to to $1,500 andand maymay vary.vary. Property insurance and flood where applicable, may be may be required. required. ** Minimum line size associated with this rate is $100,000. Outstanding balances on your new line of credit during the first Minimum line size associated with this rate is $100,000. Outstanding balances on your new line of credit during the first monthsafter afterloan loanclosing closing date be calculated at introductory the introductory fixed as APR 2.75% APRiswhich 12 months date willwill be calculated at the fixed rate asrate low as as low 2.75% which 0.50%is 0.50% belowthe thecurrent current standard of Prime + 0.00% (3.25% 12 months, your APR willtorevert to the standard below standard raterate of Prime + 0.00% (3.25% APR).APR). AfterAfter 12 months, your APR will revert the standard variableAPR APRofofPrime Prime + 0.00% (currently 3.25%) for the remaining theThe line. The maximum can be charged variable + 0.00% (currently 3.25%) for the remaining life oflife theof line. maximum rate thatrate can that be charged or the themaximum maximum permitted by state whichever is less. Fidelity may up toof$750 of costs closing costs with is 18% or permitted by state law,law, whichever is less. Fidelity Bank Bank may pay uppay to $750 closing with an opening openingadvance advance of $25,000 or more. an of $25,000 or more. Limitedtime timeoffer. offer.This This program change any time. Limited program maymay change or endoratend anyattime.

2015 - HELOC Promotion - Northwest Observer.indd 1

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

The report lists permits issued in eight towns. It also includes unincorporated Guilford County and the Piedmont Triad International Airport. It does not track permits issued in the city of Greensboro.

BHHS/Yost & Little Realty gives back to community

FixedAPR APR* for 12 months months Fixed for 12

3.25%

Bill Bruce, planning director for Oak Ridge, says Oak Ridge is “tracking a little higher than last year, showing that the town is on a slow and steady course for development.”

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Yost & Little Realty hosted its annual Family Movie Night at Greensboro’s NewBridge Bank Park on May 22. Over 2,400 people attended the fourth annual community event, which benefitted the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina. The cost of admission was one canned food item per attendee; a total of 3,375 pounds of food was collected during the event.

Photo provided by BHHS Yost & Little Realty

Volunteers helped collect food for the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina.

“Movie Night was a hugely successful event all the way around,” said Rod Eller, vice president of sales for the realty company. “The weather was perfect, the outfield was

5/8/2015 5:40:34 PM

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

filled with families, friends and our neighbors – and more importantly, we collected a significant amount of food to donate to Second Harvest.”

TRANSACTIONS Northwest-area new and existing home sales Recent home sales in and near your neighborhood impact the current market value of your home. The following is a list of new and existing home sale transactions in northwest Guilford County which have occurred over the last month. Look for more transactions in the Northwest Observer’s real estate section, now appearing in the third issue of each month.

OAK RIDGE 5903 Crutchfield Farm Road (Crutchfield Farm) $421,000 5906 Crutchfield Farm Road (Crutchfield Farm) $461,000 4910 Golden Oaks Drive (Golden Acres) $274,000 7910 McCreedy Drive (Huntcliff) $258,500

SUMMERFIELD 7317 Autumn Lake Drive (Autumn Lake) $885,000 7613 Braelands Drive (Birkhaven) $587,000 7621 Braelands Drive (Birkhaven) $542,000 7721 Briardenn Drive (Birkhaven) $645,000 7513 Adler Road (Forbes Forest) $399,000 6343 Poplar Forest Drive (Henson Forest) $915,000 7604 Blue Sage Court (Henson Forest) $455,000 4 Broadleaf Court (Highland Grove) $188,000 5301 Willow Ridge Drive (Highland Grove) $180,000 5606 Broadleaf Road (Highland Grove) $225,000

3404 Regina Court (Strawberry Hills Horse Farm) $159,000 5401 Summer Oaks Court (Summerwoods) $335,000

7608 Wilson Farm Road (Wilson Farm) $347,500

2801 Norwell Court (Stonehenge) $235,000

5648 Crooked Oak Drive (Woodvale) $257,500 7505 Greenlawn Drive $212,500 8400 Rumbley Road $195,000

STOKESDALE 8204 Barbelo Drive (Angels Glen) $357,000

6999 Haw View Court (Jacobs Creek) $402,500

7800 Athens Road (Knight Village) $181,000

8166 Rob Roy Drive (Lennox Woods) $525,000

8194 Oak Creek Drive (Oak Creek) $258,000

7300 Toby Court (Lochmere II) $432,000

7773 Springdale Meadow Drive (Springdale) $249,500

2803 Kinsey Court (Lochmere) $365,000 7109 Horseman Court (Polo Farms) $330,000

8102 Meadow Springs Place (Springdale) $243,000

3387 Earl Forbes Drive (Strawberry Hills Horse Farm) $286,000

8900-A/8920/8952/9000 Belews Creek Road $662,000

• Associate of the Year in Closed Volume, Closed Listings and Closed Sales • Outstanding Achievement Award

Ramilya Siegel CRS, GRI, ABR, CDPE Realtor®

• All 4 Quarters VIP, Allen Tate Oak Ridge

ramilya.siegel@allentate.com

(336) 215-9856

/RamilyaSiegel

8402 Case Ridge Drive (River Oaks) $345,000 5006 Leadenhall Road (Staffordshire Estates) $390,000

5613 Crooked Oak Drive (Woodvale) $284,000

I will work hard to help you downsize, not downgrade

8401 Parkchester Place (Linville Oaks) $540,000

6007 Percheron Trail (Trotter Ridge) $330,000

6206 Windcrest Drive (Windcrest Acres) $271,000

Empty-nesters,

It’s a GREAT time to build! The Ashley

6688 Currieton Drive (Stonehenge) $265,000 7602 Keating Drive (Weatherstone) $209,000 5736 Bunch Road $225,000 7420 Moravian Church Road $199,500 8558 Linville Road $285,000

KERNERSVILLE 7601 Nebbiolo Court (Apple Grove at Arbor Run) $430,000 4399 Privet Drive (Bakersfield) $372,500

COLFAX 1306 Windchime Drive (Cedar Springs) $299,000 1523 Castle Way (Legacy at Sandy Ridge) $225,000 4011 Brynwood (Longview Estates) $196,000 4209 Maple Tree Court $345,000

Luxury standard features: • Granite in kitchen • Hardwoods in select areas • Stainless steel appliances

Greensboro Building Center 2604-C Horse Pen Creek Road

(corner of New Garden & Horse Pen Creek Rd.)

(336) 553-0860 • AmericasHomePlace.com

Call or go online to schedule your appointment! Appointment hours: Mon-Fri 10-6 • Sat 10-4

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

Download our free mobile app! text “BHHSNC” to 87778 BHHSYostandLittle.com/Web ID

5402 Westfield Drive

$1,850,000

8607 Cedar Hollow

Web ID 718499

This artistic home has over 11,000sf on 4 levels. Elevator, 3 staircases, 8 stone fireplaces, 2 gourmet kitchens, 7 baths, guest quarters, pool, cabana, gazebo, waterfalls, theater, and exercise & yoga room. Landscaped gardens.

Ann Hardee 336-327-8440

2420 Ellisboro Road

$975,000

$1,699,000

Web ID 761610

Nancy Hess

336-215-1820

Enjoy panoramic lake views from most rooms of this Italian-style villa resting on a private 3.9-acre lot in northwest Greensboro. Gated entrance, 5 beds / 6.1 baths, 8,800sf on 3 levels with elevator, 3-car garage.

6401 Gumwood

Web ID 751001

Professionally-landscaped 26-acres with mature plantings, koi pond and gazebos. 3 bed / 3.1 bath with lots of space. Basement with hair salon/workshop/hobby room and family room. 5-car garage parking and several outbuildings.

Jamie Harrelson 336-889-9192

$949,900

Web ID 756869

Seller financing available. A beautiful parcel of land that is nearly 38-acres. Land is already zoned residential RS-40. Build your own private, exclusive, and secluded estate home here.

Amanda Kondrasov

336-553-8077

6300 Poplar Forest Drive

6303 Poplar Forest Drive

Elegant open floorplan flows easily through beautifully appointed rooms, fabulous main level master with breakfast bar, and sauna. Gourmet kitchen, 2-story den, large bedrooms with ensuite baths, office/bonus room.

Wonderful 4 bed / 4.1 bath home. Main level master. Gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, gas cooktop, keeping. Greatroom, office, dining, bonus. Home theater. Screen porch, outdoor kitchen, excellent storage.

$665,000

Web ID 752561

Tom Chitty 336-420-2836

Joyce Norris 336-327-3650

611 Mashie Drive

5807 Willow Way Court $474,900 Web ID 729712

Custom brick home with inviting front porch on cul-de-sac. Previous builder’s personal home with heavy moldings/ trimwork, hardwoods. 3-car garage. Main level master with tray ceiling & deluxe bath. Gas fireplace in family room.

Melissa Greer

$659,900 Web ID 718974

336-337-5233

$448,000

Web ID 724907

Below tax value. Incredible custom home with scenic golf course views. Gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, granite countertops, and tile backsplash. Deluxe master suite with luxurious bathroom and stone gas fireplace.

Melissa Greer

336-337-5233

5500 Autumn Harvest Drive

8110 Hunting Cog Road

4 bed / 2.1 bath brick home in Harvest Ridge subdivision. Northwest schools. Full granite kitchen with 7’ island, gas cooktop, eating bar, stainless steel appliances, built-in convection oven, 2 pantries, surround sound. A Must See.

Unique secluded sanctuary with sought-after Oak Ridge/ Northwest schools. Warm wood tones with quality details for modern living. Soaring ceilings, large expansive spaces. Great outdoor living areas perfect for entertaining.

$384,900

Web ID 750117

Deryle Peaslee-Wood

336-601-4765

$374,900 Web ID 760784

Nancy Hess

336-215-1820

Adams Farm 336—854—1333

•

5805 Mashoes Court

$1,495,000

Web ID 714478

Vacation home everyday. Lake view, quality construction and handicap accessible with elevator. Main level master, great open floorplan, lower level home theatre. Outdoor recreation/entertaining center on water. Much more.

Kay Chesnutt 336-202-9687

5806 Harriet Court

$829,000

Web ID 754327

4 bed / 5.1 bath lakefront home with dock. Walkout 2,700sf unfinished basement with patio. Upper level deck. 3-car garage, front/back stairs, all bedrooms with baths, wide hardwood halls. Immaculate condition. Great for entertaining.

Nancy Hess

336-215-1820

8114 Flatrock Road

$650,000

Web ID 756801

Custom home on 4 acres with 5 beds / 5 baths. Main level master and in-law suite. Basement, mancave, media room. Hardwoods, crown moldings. Screen porch, backyard with woods for privacy, perfect for pool. No HOA fees.

Chandra Tippett 336-749-7977

7083 Lanier

$419,900 Web ID 732788

3 bed / 3.1 bath beautiful lakeside custom home. Amazing views from almost every room. Kitchen with granite counters, double ovens, island, large breakfast. Main level master with vaulted ceiling, great spa bath. 2nd level bonus room.

Kim Wilson

336-662-7805

6261 Lake Brandt

6318 Poplar Forest Drive

Great opportunity to own this beautiful Kris Spence design. Fully-operational, 18 hole, par 3 golf course. Resident converted to clubhouse, previous horse farm with 5000sf, 10-stall barn all overlooking this 35-acre parcel.

Patio, deck, porch, and porte cochère. Delightful floorplan, finished basement. Amazing kitchen. Rear stairs, exercise, his & hers office, study loft, walk-in storage, large laundry rooms, cedar closet, butler pantry, and heavy moldings.

$1,195,000

Web ID 718391

Bill Ownbey 910-279-3080

$975,000

Web ID 755298

Nancy Hess

336-215-1820

4305 Freesia Way

6341 Poplar Forest Drive

Mountain-like retreat with vaulted ceilings and open plan. Main level master and guest. Lower level gourmet kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and bath. Home theater, game room, storage, workshop. Potential bonus over garage, lovely landscaping.

Open floorplan. Chef ’s kitchen with stainless appliances, walk-in pantry. Fireplaces in great room, office. Main level master, spacious rooms, excellent storage. Full unfinished basement. Sunroom, porches, patios. Bonus on 2nd level.

$769,000

Web ID 755627

Joyce Norris 336-327-3650

$719,810 Web ID 732432

Joyce Norris 336-327-3650

7437 Strawberry Road

$575,000

Web ID 754175

Custom-built, secluded, raised Summerfield ranch on 15+ acres. Woods, overlooks large private stocked pond with dock. Meandering floorplan with main level living. Large rooms spill into outdoor spaces for large gatherings.

Nancy Hess

336-215-1820

7909 Quiet Place

$529,900

Web ID 717066

Tranquil 3 bed / 3.1 bath townhome in Oak Ridge. 25-acres of undeveloped land. Each floor serviced by an elevator. Large bedrooms, suites, gorgeous kitchen with Dacor appliances. Screen porch, balcony, and patio.

Betty Callahan

336-403-5545

700 Ruddy Duck Drive

3809 Summit Lakes Drive

4 bed / 3.1 bath brick home in Triple Lakes. Gorgeous Brazilian cherry flooring on main. Picture-perfect kitchen with island, granite counters, tile, stainless appliances. Dual staircase, bonus, and wired for surroud sound.

All brick 4 bed / 3.1 bath in country setting. Spacious rooms for entertaining. Main level master, en suite bed upper. Kitchen with 46” cabinets, stainless appliances, tile, walk-in pantry. Tankless water heater, generator, sprinklers, invisible fence.

$388,900 Web ID 750445

Sherri Hill

336-209-8482

$385,500

Web ID 728755

Waban Carter 336-601-6363

4045 Ridgeline Drive

5525 Osceola Ossipee Road

7789 Springdale Meadows Drive

2006 Parade Of Homes Gold Winner in Ridgecrest. Custom and immaculate throughout. 4 bed / 4 bath. Luxury master with separate shower and jetted tub. Large front porch. Northwest schools, low taxes, neighborhood pool. Warranty.

12.95-acre log home with 3 bed / 3 bath. New heat pump/ AC, water heater, and brand new, emergency generatorautomatically turns on when power cut to home. Must see this unique home. Motivated Seller.

Prepare to be wowed. Gorgeous landscaping, garden area, fire pit, and hot tub. Appealing immaculate home with beautiful cathedral ceiling, fireplace, hardwoods, and granite counters. B-DRY Blue Canyon air purifier system.

$359,900 Web ID 750681

Angie Ford

Elm Street 336—272—0151 •

336-817-4068

$285,000

Web ID 696265

George Greenway 336-387-2151

Friendly Center 336—370—4000 •

$233,896 Web ID 759946

Kathy McClelland 336-314-5637

Kernersville 336—996—4256

©2015 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently operated subsidiary of HomeServices of America, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate, and a franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.

mark your

Carlotta Lytton

Individual & Corporate Tax Returns

Realtor® / Broker

REGISTER NOW  Sheriff’s Youth Academy | Youth ages 13 to 18 who are curious about a career in law enforcement are invited to the SYA, July 27 to 31. An orientation will be held on Tuesday, July 21. There is room for 30 students. Apply by Tuesday, July 14, at www.GuilfordCountySheriff.com. More info: (336) 641-5313, (336) 641-3378, or SheriffCPO@co.guilford.nc.us.

Specializing in Payroll & Accounting for Small Businesses 7805 US Hwy 158, Stokesdale clyttoncpa@bellsouth.net

Bobbie Gardner

calendar

, CPA, PC

phone: (336) 644-7033 fax: (336) 644-7038

Finding Your Roots

(336) 382-5939 • bobbiegardner.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 20  Rabies Vaccination Clinic | Guilford County Animal Control “Compassionate, “Compassionate, will offer a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic on June 20, 9 a.m.“Compassionate, Comprehensive Comprehensive Comprehensive “Compassionate, “Compassionate, “Compassionate, State-of-the-art Care” State-of-the-art Care” State-of-the-art Care” to noon, at Summerfield Fire Station No. 9, 7400 Summerfield Comprehensive Comprehensive Comprehensive State-of-the-art Care” State-of-the-art Care” State-of-the-art Care” Road. The cost will be $5 per shot. Cash and personal checks Karen Nasisse, DVM Remember to keep your pets safe from the Karen Nasisse, DVM Karen Nasisse, DVM Karen Nasisse, DVM Karen Nasisse, DVM Karen Nasisse, DVM modern accepted. For your pet’s safety and the safety of others at these Ph 336-643-8984 Ph 336-643-8984 Ph 336-643-8984 heat by providing shelter and fresh, clean water Fax 336-643-8987 Fax 336-643-8987 Fax 336-643-8987 animal medicine dogs must be leashed1692and must be in carriers. 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310 1692 NCclinics, 68N, Suite J, 27310 NC 68N,cats Suite J, 27310 Dr. Julie Dudak More info: Public Health, (336) 641-7777, Animal Control, “Compassionate, “Compassionate, Now open ‘til 6 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays “Compassionate, Comprehensive Comprehensive Comprehensive 1726 Oak Ridge Road “Compassionate, “Compassionate, “Compassionate, State-of-the-art Care” State-of-the-art Care” State-of-the-art Care” (336) 641-5990, or www.myguilford.com. Comprehensive Comprehensive Comprehensive

Summer is here!

compassionate

personal

Karen Nasisse, DVM (336) 643-8984 1692-J NC Hwy 68 N, Oak Ridge northwestanimalhospitalnc.com

Ph 336-643-8984

Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310

State-of-the-art Care”

Karen Nasisse, DVM

Ph 336-643-8984

Karen Nasisse, DVM

Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987

1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310

Karen June Nasisse, DVM Chance from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on 20 at Oak Ridge TownKaren Nasisse, DVM Ph 336-643-8984 Ph 336-643-8984 Ph 336-643-8984 oakridgevillagevet.com Park, 6231 Lisa Drive. The concert will be held at Shelter 2, Fax 336-643-8987 Fax 336-643-8987 Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310 so park in Redmon Field on 1692 Linville Road (across from Scog-1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310 gins Road). Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Food and drinks will be for sale, or bring your own picnic (no alcohol). The concert is free, but donations are welcome to pay the band. Rain date is Sunday, June 21, 5 to 7:30 p.m. More info: (336) 644-7009. Date

_________________________________

Time

Date

_________________________________

_________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Time Date Date Time Has an appointment HasTime an appointment Has an appointment Time

Date Has an appointment

Has an appointment

Time

Date

OFF haircut

Available through Haley or Megan New clients only. Valid through 6/30/2015

____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment

_________________________________ Date

_________________________________ Time

____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment

_________________________________ Date

_________________________________ Time

____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment

Member, Pet Sitters International • Insured & Bonded

____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment

We give a percentage of profits to animal charities

_________________________________ Time

Time

/kpspets

_________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Date Has an appointment

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24  Summerfield Trails | The Summerfield Trails and Open Space Committee will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. on June 24 at Summerfield Town Hall, 4117 Oak Ridge Road.

_________________________________ Date

Time

_________________________________

Call to schedule a free consultation (336) 706-6706

_________________________________ Date

Time

_________________________________

PROFESSIONAL PET SITTING IN YOUR HOME

| follow us on

Date

KPS Kelly’s Pet Services

M - F, 7:30 - 5:30 • Sat, 8 -1

_________________________________

Fax 336-643-8987 Karen Nasisse, DVM

1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310

Your best friend deserves the best care

www.petsit.com/kps

(336) 644-8789

State-of-the-art Care”

 Music in the Park | Enjoy the bluegrass sounds of Second

Karen Nasisse, DVM

MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29-JULY 1  Cheer Camp | Northwest High School Cheerleading Camp, for rising first- through fifth-graders, will be held from June 29 to July 1 at NWHS, 5240 Northwest School Road, Greensboro. More info and to register: (336) 686-7274 or Haleycombrinck@gmail.com.

To contact us, visit poshhairdivas.com

Premiering in this issue! A new section appearing in the Northwest Observer’s third issue every month A unique advertising opportunity for:

REALTORS • BUILDERS • DEVELOPERS LENDERS • ASSOCIATED SUPPLIERS

Want to be a part of our July 17 edition? (336) 644-7035, ext. 10 advertising@nwobserver.com

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

Our 450+Vacation Bible School participants thank our sponsors!

GRINS and GRIPES Delighted or dismayed by something in your community? Share your thoughts in

40 words or less online: nwobserver.com e-mail: grinsandgripes @nwobserver.com

Grins & Gripes are published based on available space and editor’s discretion.

GRINS to...

Don Mills

Builders, Inc. Oak Ridge

2424 Oak Ridge Road, Oak Ridge, NC 27310 • (336) 643-4690

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

 Dr. Barts of Summerfield Eye Care for helping with the Lions Club Vision Van during RidgeFest. She made a big difference!  Mrs. Beverly Johnson of Summerfield Elementary for creating a memory to last a lifetime by preparing our third- through fifthgraders to sing the national anthem at a recent Greensboro Grasshoppers game. Our children sounded beautiful thanks to you!  The great sponsors of Canine Capers, held on June 6 at Oak Ridge Town Park. We very much appreciate your valuable support and services to the community! Our canine friends certainly had a great time and look forward to next year’s event.  Mrs. Beth Allen at Oak Ridge Elementary School for being such a great first-grade teacher! You truly have a special gift and love for teaching. Thank you for thinking outside the box and making learning fun!  Mrs. Boone for being the best substitute teacher ever and always seeing the best in every child. You made a huge difference in many kids’ lives. Never stop inspiring kids to be better – we love you!  The young man in the meat department of the Food Lion on N.C. 68. I know working on Sundays can’t be fun, but you are always friendly and helpful when I come to get our meat for the week.  Northern and Northwest’s Class of 2015, and the parents, teachers and

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

friends who supported them throughout their elementary, middle and high school years. Best wishes as you go forward in life!  Chuck Salmon for challenging the Oak Ridge Town Council (regarding tax rate). They keep confiscating our money for their next scheme, refusing to grant us any tax relief. Do they work for us – or do we work for them?

GRIPES to...  The inconsiderate parents who walked out of the NWHS graduation ceremony as soon as your child’s name was announced. That was such a distraction and a blatant lack of respect to all the graduates yet to walk across the stage.  The person who complained to the Northwest Observer for not having enough gripes to balance the grins. Seriously? Editor’s note: Yes, we think the reader who submitted that gripe was serious – still scratching our heads at this end as well.  Parents who won’t park in the designated parking areas on Greenlawn Drive in Summerfield (next to the ball fields) and law enforcement for not enforcing the “No Parking” areas before a child gets hit by a passing vehicle.  To the careless driver of the small red car on Lake Brandt Road on June 12 about 11:35 a.m. for driving so fast and recklessly that you put my life and others in danger!  N.C. lawmakers for passing a law that allows court officials to refuse to perform a marriage if they have a religious objection. No complaints, then, if a Muslim court official refuses to marry a lady not wearing a headscarf. Editor’s Note: In response to a gripe published last week (June 12-15) about a Guilford County sheriff’s deputy passing a stopped school bus, Lt. Chad Sibert of the sheriff’s department’s District 1 office asks that the witness contact his office at (336) 641-2300 so the sheriff’s department can look into the matter.

CRIME / INCIDENT report

District 1 Sheriff’s Office

has recently responded to the following incidents in northwest Guilford County ... CORRECTION | The Northwest Observer printed a crime report last week (June 12-18), which contained an error when it was submitted to us. Rather than a reported incident occurring at Summerfield Family Practice, the report should have read, “On June 2, Spear Clinic in Summerfield reported that an employee threatened another employee. Warrants were advised and the victim refused to cooperate.” The NWO regrets that the incorrect business was listed.

ASSAULT June 10 | A Greensboro man reported being the victim of a simple assault during a confrontation over money. After he was punched by two people and a dog was commanded to bite his arm, he was treated for minor injuries; the man’s friend was taken to a hospital with more serious injuries. June 14 | A Greensboro man reported being the victim of an aggravated assault that occurred at the intersection of Alcorn Road and Northwest School Road. The incident stemmed from a dispute that began during a pick-up basketball game. The suspect, who was unknown to the victim, followed him to the intersection, got out of his car, threatened him, and fired two shots at the victim’s car. Though the victim was not injured, at least one bullet struck his car. An investigation is underway to identify the suspect.

BREAKING AND ENTERING June 12 | A Reidsville woman reported that two known people stole her Mitsubishi SUV from Winfree Road in Summerfield between 4 and 5 p.m. Two Summerfield men, residents of Windspray Loop and Robinson Road, were subsequently arrested and charged with larceny of a motor vehicle, breaking and entering of a motor vehicle, first-degree trespassing and injury to real property.

FRAUD June 9 | A resident of Shadyside Drive in Summerfield reported an unknown

suspect used his credit card information to purchase $2,472 worth of merchandise from several Durham businesses. The information may have been accessed by the suspect when the victim used his credit card in a Durham restaurant in May. June 9 | A resident of Scalesville Road in Summerfield reported an unknown person caused two fraudulent checks, totaling $12,061, to be deposited in the victim’s bank account, and then made unauthorized withdrawals in the same amount. June 9 | A resident of U.S. 220 in Summerfield reported an unknown person used the victim’s debit card information to make unauthorized purchases totaling $676 at Walgreens in Summerfield and at two businesses in Greensboro. June 11 | CVS in Summerfield and Oak Ridge reported a known person submitted fraudulent prescriptions at both locations.

Lose a pound a day the easy “weigh” Serious about losing weight? Alpha Weight Loss is doctor-supervised and customized to you. It’s a proven, 3-phase total body makeover that is safe and effective.

‘‘I lost 48 pounds, 26 inches, and 9% body fat in 5 months. I went from a size 16 down to a 10. I had tried everything else. This was easy and it works!” –Wendy L. of Oak Ridge

Dan lost 35 pounds, 7% body fat, and 17.5 inches in two months!

PROPERTY DAMAGE June 14 | A resident of Pepper Road in Oak Ridge reported an unknown person shot a bullet through the back window of the victim’s Kia Spectra, which was parked in the driveway. Damage is estimated at $500, and an investigation is underway.

THEFT June 9 | A Reidsville resident reported an unknown person stole a $300 Husky air compressor from a construction site on Lambert Lake Court in Stokesdale sometime between 12:30 p.m. on June 6 and 5:16 p.m. on June 9. June 15 | A co-owner of Piedmont Auto Sales reported unknown people removed $1,895 worth of parts from a Chevrolet Trailblazer for sale on the lot. The vehicle sustained $500 in damages during removal of the parts, which included bumpers, step pads, valances and electrical components. An investigation is underway to identify two suspicious people observed at the lot.

Alpha Weight Loss @ Alpha Health Center

Dr. Jeff W. Lissenden, DC 3132-A Battleground Ave. Greensboro

(336) 218-0094

$19

INITIAL

VISIT Reg. $47

Limit first 10 callers

www.greensboroweightlossnow.com

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

BITS & PIECES

A reel fun time

Linden achieves Eagle Scout rank Photo courtesy of Jennifer Linden

James Linden of Oak Ridge has earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He is an active member of Troop 139 at Oak Ridge UMC. Linden completed his project in the Oak Ridge Town Park by building two information kiosks at the mountain bike trail heads. He thanks those who supported him throughout the process, especially his Eagle coach, Tim Florence.

Gideon Grove UMC reopens Photo by Gerri Hunt/NWO

The winners of the Summerﬁeld Fishing Derby, held at Summerﬁeld Community Park on Saturday, June 13, are, from left, (front row, 6- to 8-year-old category) Brodie Atkins – 1st place, most caught and 2nd place, largest; Isaiah Burnett – 3rd place, most caught; Aubry Ford – 1st place, largest; Caleb Campbell – 2nd place most caught and 3rd place largest; (back row, 9- to 12-year-old category) Porter Newell – 1st place, most caught and 2nd place, largest; and Ben Steele – 1st place, largest and 2nd place, most caught. For more photos from this event, see Facebook.com/NorthwestObserver.

Triad: (336) 272-4400 Pinehurst: (910) 215-9700 www.pestmgt.com

(Left to right) Gideon Grove United Methodist Church member Liviah Grifﬁn, 95, Rev. Wanda Lancaster and Orell Alley, 87, after an Open Door Sunday service on June 14 to celebrate the rebuilding of the Stokesdale church facility and the congregation’s return to the site; after the original sanctuary, over 100 years old, burned to the ground from an arsonist attack on Dec. 23, 2012, the congregation had been meeting at its sister church, Palestine United Methodist Church. For more photos from this event, see Facebook.com/NorthwestObserver.

Photo by Patti Stokes/NWO

You’re not the only one sweating this summer! Conventional foundation vents allow hot, humid air to seep into your crawl space creating a moisture laden environment. Insects, odor, and fungus thrive, while your indoor air quality, home, and energy bill suffer.

Keep it handy Use it often

Protect your home from the bottom up R

“CrawlSpace Care® is as important to your home as your roof!” - Billy Tesh,

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

It’s packed with valuable info for northwest Guilford County residents. Plus, it features a directory of local services, businesses and organizations.

In print every year and online year-round at nwobserver.com

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

The weight is over Novant Health Bariatric Solutions If you are struggling with weight gain, Novant Health Bariatric Solutions is here for you. With state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical options, we are here to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight, positive attitude and more rewarding lifestyle. Join James Dasher, MD and Thomas Walsh, MD for a free seminar to learn about our surgical weight loss options and find a solution that’s right for you. June 22; July 6 and 20 Aug. 3, 17 and 31 • 5:30 to 7 p.m. Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center 1750 Kernersville Medical Parkway, Kernersville June 25 • 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oak Ridge United Methodist Church 2424 Oak Ridge Road, Oak Ridge

June 30 • 6:30 to 8 p.m. High Point Chamber of Commerce 1634 N. Main St., High Point July 23; Aug. 27 • 7 to 8:30 p.m. Novant Health Conference Center 3333 Silas Creek Parkway Winston-Salem Park in the visitor parking deck

One year post surgery

Call us today to register at 336-564-4950.

nhbariatricsolutions.org 1710 Kernersville Medical Parkway, Suite 101, Kernersville

17132

 AUTO FOR SALE

 EMPLOYMENT

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

CHURCH PIANIST NEEDED. For information, call (318) 372-5050.

Part-time/full-time RECEPTIONIST / VET ASSISTANT needed. Veterinary experience preferred. Cornerstone knowledge a plus. Please email resume to frontdesk@ oakridgevillagevet.com.

Sell it here! 25,000+ readers each week! Place your ad online at nwobserver.com.

 EMPLOYMENT LANDSCAPE HELP. Need someone with experience in maintenance and install. Must have drivers license. Keith, (336) 382-7086.

Place online at

NEED HELP? Call (336) 644-7035 ext. 10 Mon - Fri • 9am -2pm

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

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

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. A local insurance agency is seeking an ASSOCIATE AGENT. Candidate must possess strong people skills and be able to work with the public and coworkers in a professional manner. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Property/Liability license, promote and market insurance and related products, schedule appointments, perform general office duties (answering telephone, recording and distributing messages, maintaining customer records, and operating computer for purposes of data entry, word processing , spreadsheets, email and internet) and customer service. This position could be part-time or full-time. If you wish to apply, please send resume to Kelly.Hampton@ncfbins.com. Employer performs credit check and aptitude test and is an equal opportunity employer. MGR. ASST. / EVENTS COORDINATOR, P/T, Town of Summerfield. Assists Town Mgr. w/ admin. projects & plans & coordinates town events. Requires sound decision-making & ability to work professionally & cooperatively w/ agencies, businesses, & volunteers to bring community & park events to fruition. Requires exp. in admin. support & proven event planning. Bachelor’s preferred. Approx. 24 hr./wk.; salary DOE. Town is an EOE. Submit cover letter & resume to PO Box 970, Summerfield, NC 27358. Open until filled.

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. GLP MANAGER Technology Driven Learning to design, promote & sell online learning solutions to address clients’ leadership needs. Req. Bachelor’s or foreign equiv. in Electronic/Electrical Engg or Comp Sci & 5 yrs progressively resp exp as Director or Deputy Director. The 5 yrs must incl 4 yrs w/: Corporate & higher education Learning Mgmt Systs (LMS), incl SCORM/AICC standards & 1 yr w/: Bus. devlpmt initiatives in executive & online education; Dvlpmt & Sales of technology-driven learning products; Integration of LMS systs across platforms & OS to incl: Windows, Mac OS, Android, iOS; social media; mobile apps/ MS Office apps; & real time online demonstration apps to incl WebEx & GoToMeeting; & Coordination of global strategic projects w/sales, marketing & faculty teams & clients in multiple countries. Must be avail. for travel 15 to 25% of time to event shows, client sites & co offices predominantly in US & internationally. Job in Greensboro, NC w/Center for Creative Leadership. Submit resume to: GLP Manager Technology Driven Learning, Center for Creative Leadership, Talent Management, One Leadership Place, Greensboro, NC 27410, reference Req. #: 15-0021. PARKS & REC. ATTENDANT, P/T seasonal, evening & mostly weekend position, Mar. 1-Nov. 15 requiring 15-20 hrs./ wk., reporting to P&R Mgr. Duties include, but aren’t limited to, general supervision of parks, opening & closing gates, field prep., & custodial duties. Requires HS diploma or GED, valid NCDL, clean bkgd. check, ability to effectively interact w/ public, understanding of safety policies, & physical ability to perform required duties. Salary is $11/hr. Town is an EOE. Submit letter of interest & completed town app. to PO Box 970, Summerfield, NC 27358. Open until filled.

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

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.

public notice

summer camps

yard sales

home services

TOWN OF OAK RIDGE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Town Council of the Town of Oak Ridge and the Town of Oak Ridge Planning & Zoning Board will hold separate public hearings to consider requests to amend the Official Town of Oak Ridge Zoning Map and Development Ordinance. The Planning & Zoning Board and Town Council may also consider requests for subdivisions and other matters. Any zoning decision of the Oak Ridge Planning & Zoning Board is forwarded as a recommendation to the Oak Ridge Town Council. PLANNING/ZONING BOARD: June 25, 2015, 7pm, at Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road. TOWN COUNCIL: July 9, 2015, 7pm, at Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road. REZONING CASE # RZ-15-02: AG to RS40. Located on the north side of Warner Road, approximately 1,300 feet east of Happy Hill Road, in Oak Ridge Township. Being a portion of Guilford County Tax Parcel 0166902, approximately 24.6 acres. Owned by Bryan and Tammy Gardner. The property is located in the Oak Ridge ExtraTerritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ). All citizens will be given an opportunity to be heard at these meetings. Doug Nodine, Planning & Zoning Board Chair Ray Combs, Mayor

Red Letter Farm BEGINNER RIDING CAMP, July 6-10, 9am-2pm, Stokesdale, off Hwy. 158. Must be 6 years old. $260 for the week, lunch not included. Riders learn to handle horses, groom, basic riding in a ring and on trails & much more. Lessons, training, leases and sale horses also on site. Find us on Facebook, or call 404-0640.

YARD SALE, Sat., June 20, 8am-1pm, 8515 Scoggins Rd., Oak Ridge (behind fire station). Antiques, crafts, shabby chic furniture, china closet, vintage dinette, wardrobe, and more!

general repair & services

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.

www.nwobserver.com

save the date MUSIC IN THE PARK, Sat., June 20, 6-8:30pm, Oak Ridge Town Park Shelter 2 (park in Redmon Field on Linville Road, across from Scoggins Road). Food and drinks available. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. No cost, but donations collected to pay the band. Rain date: Sunday, June 21, 5-7:30PM. For info, call 644-7009.

Something going on? We’ll help get the word out!

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. Sleep-away camp, $75/week. Rope courses, swimming, canoeing, archery, arts & crafts, basketball, disc golf and much more! Find us on FB at Camp Woodmen, Randleman. Call Frank Bruno, (336) 337-8473 for more info.

yard sales YARD SALE, Sat., June 27, 8am-2pm, 5408 White Blossom Drive, Greensboro. Something for everyone! NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE, 4 households on one block, Sat., June 20, 8am-2pm, 3001 Latta Dr., Summerfield. Everything from A to Z!

home services cleaning 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. FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, tillers & gas equipment, most appliances, grills, bikes, etc. (336) 689-4167.

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. 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. Your business should be here! Let us introduce you to our readers.

OLD SCHOOL

HOME REPAIR, LLC

Home Improvement & Repairs Lisa & Jerry Potkay, Oak Ridge

SANDRA’S CLEANING SERVICE, Affordable, experienced, guaranteed svc. 423-3196.

Bathroom Remodeling | Additions | Decks

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

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

ENVIRODUCT CLEANING, 15% discount, member BBB, fully insured. Visit us online at www.enviroductclean.com, (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.

(336) 669-7252

BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics 2014

Professional, Honest, Reliable

LINK JARRETT YOUTH BASEBALL ACADEMY at UNCG, July 13-16, 8am-12n. For details & registration, visit us online at Linkjarrettbaseball.com.

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Sat., June 20, 8am, 8419 W. Harrell Rd., Oak Ridge.

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

grading / hauling GAULDIN TRUCKING, grading & hauling, bobcat work, lot clearing, driveways, fill dirt, gravel, etc. 362-1150.

Flooring

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

CARPET REPAIRS & RESTRETCHING Licensed/insured. 643-6500.

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

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.

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

PEARMAN QUARRY HAULING Fill dirt, gravel, sand rock, mulch & more. Joel Richardson, (336) 803-2195.

...continued on p. 28

JuNe 19 - 25, 2015

 HOME SERVICES

GUTTERS / WINDOWS / SIDING

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.

MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone,

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 TLC LAWN CARE Affordable mowing, seeding, aeration, fertilization and weed control. (336) 681-0097. MY GROUNDSKEEPER Landscaping and lawn care, shrubs, mulch, cut low limbs and more. Timothy, 643-5154. 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. BUZZ CUTS LAWN & LANDSCAPE INC. Annual service agreements. Buzz, 509-6464. 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. 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.

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

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

concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com.

 HOME SERVICES

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

(336) 931-0600

BEKPaintCompany.com

Interior/exterior stone veneer

• References Available • Licensed & Insured • All Work Guaranteed

100’s on display NEW LOCATION: 8605 Triad Dr, Colfax marshallstone.com | (336) 996-4918

MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS GRILLS, FIRE PITS, tankless water heaters. General home repairs. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183. GUTTER CLEANING, aluminum and copper seamless gutters, replacement windows. Call Gary the Gutter Guy, (336) 345-6518.

The Northwest Observer Want to reach our readers? Call 644-7035 for advertising info.

TRACTOR FOR HIRE Bush hogging, tilling, fencing, brush/tree removal, hauling and more! (336) 207-6632.

CINDY’S PAINTING – Interior painting, wallpaper removal. References & free estimates available. (336) 708-9155. STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com.

PLUMBING WEBSTER & SONS PLUMBING, Inc. (336) 992-2503. Licensed, insured, bonded. 24/7 service. Plumbing, drain cleaning, well pumps. Give us a call, we do it all! Go to www.webstersplumbing.com for more info. BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLAR No job too small! Experienced, guaranteed. Lic/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.

FAY’S LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING Big or small jobs, reasonable and honest. Call Taylor at (336) 464-5215.

POWER WASHING

GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maintenance. 655-6490.

MASONRY

PAINTING & DRYWALL

SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes. Summer 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.

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

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

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. PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Call Crystal Clear. Fully insured. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873. ALL-PRO POWER WASHING Windows, vinyl, concrete, pool decks, drain jetting. 15% off any cleaning. Fully insured. www.all-prowash.com, (336) 402-7726.

 HOME SERVICES

 MISC. SERVICES

 MISC. FOR SALE

REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION

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

FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, tillers, gas equip., bikes, grills, metal and electrical items. (336) 689-4167.

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

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.

Construction Services, INC

BUILDING | RENOVATIONS | ADDITIONS

Outdoor living | Fire pits | Roof replacements

644-8615 office 508-5242 cell Licensed & insured

JLB REMODELING, INC. NC GC license #69997. Free estimates. Insured. Custom remodeling & additions. Call 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com. MOBILE WELDING SERVICE Residential, wrought-iron fence & gates, custom fabrication, stainless aluminium. Chuck, 362-8679, triadmobilewelding.com.

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, or email advertising@nwobserver.com.

 MISC. FOR SALE Agri-Fab LEAF VAC., 205cc, 4-cycle eng., creates 80 mph suction power, 26-bushel, ﬁts right side discharge mower, excellent cond. $750. 643-9831. BLUEBERRIES - UPICK. Table sales as available. 8407 Deep Valley Rd., Summerﬁeld, 27358, (336) 543-6961. KNAACK TOOL BOX, 20 cu. feet, steel, 60” wide x 23” high x 24” deep, like new. Also available: tools, storage bins, mechanics tools, more! (336) 427-2178.

ROOFING

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

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.

DAYLILIES – over 300 varieties, 2 to 3 fans each, $6 and up. Mon. thru Fri. after 6pm, Sat., 9am-6pm, Sun., 2pm-5pm. Four miles west of Reidsville, 9235 US 158 West. (336) 432-0264 or 432-7012.

The NWO – 13,200 copies every week! Come along with us!

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.

AMERICAN HERITAGE POOL TABLE, excellent condition, 8 ft., 1” slate. Cue sticks, two cue racks, light over table and side table included. $2,500. (336) 671-8176.

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

A.L. CORMAN ROOFING INC. Res. rooﬁng specialist serving Guilford Cty. area since 1983. Member BBB 25+ years w/ A+ rating. cormanrooﬁnginc.com, 621-6962.

NC Gen. Contractor #72797

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.

ON-TARGET

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. T c. GicEes, In ARerv -Tction S OCoNnstru

Roof Replacements / Repairs Siding & Windows Custom Decks / Porches General Home Repairs Remodeling / Painting 30 yrs exp • Workmanship guarantee Insurance specialists

(336) 644-1580

FREE Estimates Insured & Dependable

 MISC. SERVICES COMPUTER REPAIRS $99. Used computers, website design. Info at ITBASICS.COM – (336) 643-0068. Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons. 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.

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.

Got stuff? Sell it here in the

NWO classifieds

WAREHOUSE MALL, INC. NOW OPEN! Antiques, collectibles, vintage toys. New vendors welcome. 305 E. Bodenhamer Drive, Kernersville. Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm, Sunday, 1-6pm. 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.

 MISC. WANTED FABRIC NEEDED for Sew to Sow Ministry to make dresses for children in Kenya. All types & sizes needed. Call Beth, 644-8155. $$$ – WILL PAY CASH up to $200 for your junk or wrecked vehicle. 552-0328. CASH for riding & push mowers needing repair or free removal if unwanted. Also free pickup of grills, tillers, etc. (336) 689-4167.

 PET / ANIMAL SERVICES BOARDING / LESSONS / SITTING

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

www.dreamcatcherstable.biz

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

submit your ad at

www.nwobserver.com

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

...continued on p. 30

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

 REAL ESTATE HOMES FOR SALE

 REAL ESTATE PRICED TO SELL

display advertiser index

1,425 sq. ft. home, 3BR, 1.5BA. $225,000.

thanks to the advertisers who HOME PRODUCTS & SERVICES partnered with us to bring you House of Stars .......................................6 New Garden Landscape & Nursery .......5 this free community resource Pest Management Systems..................24

Call (336) 643-6735.

A/C & HEATING

SUMMERFIELD, 7666 Deboe Rd., 3.23 wooded acres with spring on dead-end road.

Stokesdale Heating & Air.......................5

CAROLINA MARINA, 214 Pelican Drive. Boat slip, 40’ covered deck, park model,

5901 Bostonian Drive, Greensboro

water front. $89,000. Ken, (336) 337-9268.

Exquisite home on 1.42 acres in Beacon Hill! Chef’s kitchen w/prep sink and Thermador apps! Gas FPL and built-ins in living room. Master suite on main has huge closet with custom shelving. Guest suite on main. 2nd floor bonus and office. 3-car garage. Neighborhood pool; Northern schools. 4BR/3BA; $504,900

Selling or Renting? Reach all of northwest Guilford County right here! Classiﬁeds are just $4/line, and can be placed online at www.nwobserver.com.

IMMACULATE HOME – NW SCHOOLS

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

COUNTY TAXES

ACCOUNTING

BANK

PET SERVICES

Fidelity Bank, Stokesdale ..................... 18

CHIROPRACTIC

Oak Ridge Chiropractic ....................... 11

CHURCHES

Central Baptist Church...........................2 First Baptist Church, Summerfield........ 10 Oak Ridge United Methodist Church ...22

DENTAL CARE

Beth Borden, DDS .................................7 1900 Millshire Court, Greensboro New home with room for growing family! Seller to pay closing costs. Kitchen has SS apps, granite, and opens to the great room. Office space w/french doors. 2nd floor owner’s suite incl. jetted tub, sep. shower, double vanities and walk-in closet! Beautiful hardwoods in main living areas. 5BR/3BA; $339,900

GIL VAUGHAN

Realtor ® /Broker • (336) 337-4780

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

Realtors, get your real estate listings noticed “ by placing showcase ads in our classifieds. Contact me for more info.” Laura Reneer, associate publisher (336) 644-7035, ext. 10 • advertising@nwobserver.com

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

Attorney Bill Barbour .............................4

MEDICAL

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

7600 Tall Meadows Drive

LEGAL SERVICES

Carlotta Lytton, CPA, PA ..................... 21 Kimberly Thacker Accounting................9 Samuel Anders, CPA, MSA, PC .............6

DANCE, CHEER & MORE

Entertain inside or out! Northwest-area home boasting an inviting covered patio w/stone FP and built-in grill. Inside, an updated kitchen awaits w/granite and African Iroko wood c-tops, SS appls, wet bar, extra mini-fridge, island and bar area. Updated master bath w/ tile floor. 4BR/2.5BA + extra rooms. $349,900

ProStone, Inc. ..................................... 12

FUNERAL SERVICES

Forbis & Dick – Brooke Chapel ..............9

HAIR CARE / NAILS / TANNING

Eagle Physicians at Oak Ridge ............. 12 Novant Health .....................................25 Carr Veterinary Hospital ...................... 11 KPS – Kelly’s Pet Services .................... 21 Northwest Animal Hospital .................. 21 Stokesdale Veterinary Hospital...............9 Veterinary Hospital at Oak Ridge......... 21 Westergaard Kennels.............................3

REAL ESTATE

A New Dawn Realty ..............................9 Angie Wilkie, Allen Tate....................... 14 Berkshire Hathaway Home Services ....20 Bobbie Gardner, Keller Williams........... 21 Dede Cunningham, Keller Williams ..... 14 Gil Vaughan, Keller Williams ................30 Patsy Arriaga, New Homes of GSO .....30 Ramilya Siegel, Allen Tate ................... 19

RETAIL

Bi-Rite Food Center ...........................8, 9 Gigi’s Flowers & More............................9

Byrd Salons – Super Cuts .......................3 POSH Hair Studio................................ 21

HEALTH & FITNESS

Alpha Weight Loss ...............................23

HOME BUILDERS

America’s Home Place ........................ 19 Brian Thompson Homes...................... 17 Builder’s Services, Allen Tate .......... 16-17 Builders MD................................... 13, 15 Disney Construction Company............. 16 Don Mills Builders ........................... 16-17 Friddle & Company.............................. 16 Johnson & Lee Builders ....................... 16 Naylor Custom Homes ........................ 17 R&K Custom Homes ........................... 17 Ray Bullins Construction ...................... 16

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

Let us introduce you to our 26,000 readers. For advertising info: (336) 644-7035, ext. 10 advertising@nwobserver.com

F

NORTHWEST GRADS

Ma, Caroline Mabe, Jake Mayer, Mark Murphy, Karsyn Parent, Jackson Parrish, Sarah Plott, Zachary Sikora, Erin Stickler, Jacob Strauss, Hailey Thomas, Audrey Wheeler, and Rachel Zawadski. Dr. Maurice “Mo” Green, Guilford County Schools’ superintendent, recognized the class valedictorian and salutatorian. With a GPA (grade point average) of 5.45, Valedictorian Jacob Strauss, who will attend UNC-Chapel Hill next year, said he and his classmates had accomplished much, learned much and experienced more than they had ever expected.

NOTES OF INTEREST ABOUT NORTHWEST GRADUATES: Guilford County Schools’ Class of 2015 received $156 million in scholarship offerings this year, which is a new record (up $6 million from last year). Of that amount, Northwest’s Class of 2015 garnered $12,268,296 in scholarship offerings. Three Northwest seniors received military appointments: Hunter Powell will attend U.S. Military Academy at West Point, where he received a scholarship of about $483,000; Anastasia Kondrasov and Austin Comeford will attend the US Naval Academy, where they received scholarships of about $400,000. Yong Su An will attend Wake Forest, where she received combined scholarship offerings of about $256,000. With $704,000 in combined scholarship offerings, Hannah Schneider was the Class of 2015’s second highest scholarship earner. She will attend Roanoke College. Chris Chung, a National Merit Finalist, was the Class of 2015’s top scholarship earner, with combined offerings from several universities totaling $1,123,000. He will attend UNC Chapel Hill.

NORTHERN GRADS

...continued from p. 1 “We have learned, loved, failed and succeeded here,” Strauss said. “So where do we go now? How do we live our lives as honorable people who will have a positive impact on the world?” he asked. Strauss urged his classmates to keep an open mind and value other’s perspectives, to recognize the profound impact their interactions with others could have on life stories, and “embrace the cosmic perspective” by realizing that as individuals, we are but one tiny dot on Earth, which is part of a much greater universe. “We as individuals are not the most important things in the universe,” he said in closing. “And this life is not even about you and me – it’s about all of us together. If you live your life with this selfless and altruistic mindset, the world will become a better place as a result … “ With a 5.39 GPA, Sarah Plott was the class salutatorian. Like Strauss, she will also attend UNC-Chapel Hill in the fall. Plott began her speech, a revision of one she wrote for her fifth grade graduation, by thanking the teachers at Northwest for treating students like family. “I have made many friends throughout the years – all of them different sizes, shapes and styles,” she said. “I’m learning more about myself, just like everyone else. We are all different, but that is what makes us so special. Thanks to all of our outstanding teachers for teaching us not only math, science and other subjects, but teaching us about ourselves. “Beneath all of us, we are all very similar, and we are all capable of achieving our version of success,” Plott said in closing. Although I don’t exactly believe we can accomplish anything anymore, I do believe we can accomplish many things. Don’t think your high school career defines who you are or who you will become. Do what inspires you, do what you love, and you will be successful.” For photos from Northwest’s graduation ceremony, see Facebook.com/ NorthwestObserver.

...continued from p. 1

ment to the U.S. Naval Academy, along with a scholarship valued at more than $450,000. “Brandon has truly exemplified the words in the Boy Scout oath,” said Marshall, noting that he achieved Eagle rank as a freshman. “Most important are the day-to-day relationships Brandon builds with other people. His duty to others is extensive.” “We’ve done it. We made it. Hallelujah!,” said Grose. “The purple decorated halls of Northern have served their purpose; they have acted as our springboard for the next steps that we have all chosen for ourselves.” NGHS curriculum facilitator Wade Billeisen introduced valedictorian Emily Duquaine, who took 12 AP and 10 honors courses, and graduated with a 5.32 GPA. She is headed to N.C. State to study bio-medical engineering. “It is her drive, her eagerness to learn and her competitive spirit that sets her apart from her peers. As an academic, philanthropist, athlete and musician, she has made us proud,” said Billeison. “Northern will miss this young lady. Her passionate interests and continuous pursuit of a variety of activities truly testify to her remarkable character and drive.” After stepping to the podium, Duquaine urged her fellow graduates to be optimistic about the next chapter of their lives, to be true to themselves, helpful to others, and to value differences. “In this life, we are all just walking up a mountain, and we can sing as we climb, or we can complain about our sore feet. Whatever we choose, we still have to do the hike,” Duquaine recalled someone once saying. “As you create new memories, find joy in every day,” she said. “Try to live each year as the best of our lives, and continue to expand upon opportunities and ideas. And never believe that our best years are behind us.” In alphabetic order, Northern High School’s Top 20 academic seniors

The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996

(with seven extra, due to grade-pointaverage ties) for the Class of 2015 are: Anusheh Amin, Sakura Anning Yoshihara, Abigail Belcher, Zachary Bellows, Michael Canziani, Amanda Currie, Emily Duquaine, Jennifer Fisher, Zachary Garlic, Leah Gilmore, Brandon Grose, Jacob Hayworth, Cindy Kim, Julie Kim, Devon Knight, Stephanie Krieg, Jonathan Lagonigro, Rachel Landon, Colleen Link, Jackson Marion, Noe’l McIntosh, Elizabeth Pollard, Nathan Rackers, Nicholas Schneider, Duncan Taylordean, Perri Todora, and Miles Turner. For photos from Northern’s graduation ceremony, see Facebook.com/ NorthwestObserver.

NOTES OF INTEREST ABOUT NORTHERN GRADUATES: Total scholarship offerings: $14,201,806. Brandon Grose was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy by former U.S. Rep. Howard Coble – whose staffers said it was the quickest appointment they had ever seen. Grose was accepted just a week after his paperwork was submitted, and turned down a full ride to NC State. Lucas Barnette and Kevin White each received a $73,000 Montgomery GI Bill. David Chambers received a $59,600 U.S. Army four-year scholarship. Drew Vincent received a $60,000 Presidential Scholarship and Alaria Benton a $30,000 Presidential Scholarship, both to Hampton University. Blair Dixon was one of just 24 students in the state to receive a $1,000 National Technical Honor Society scholarship. A Career and Technical Education student, she followed the health science cluster and earned her Nurse Aid certification.

JUNE 19 - 25, 2015

PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE

PAID

Postal Patron

Oak Ridge, NC Permit No. 22

PO Box 268, Oak Ridge, NC 27310 • (336) 644-7035

ECRWSS

Congratulations, Class of 2015!

Photos by Patti Stokes, Gerri Hunt and L.A. Logan/NWO

gradu Northern Guilford Ryan rs ates and twin brothe with se and Landon Klick po ick their dad Norman Kl d (second from left) an friend, Austin Proehl

It was a busy day for northwest-area 12th-graders and their families on Friday, June 12, when both Northern and Northwest high schools held their commencement exercises at the Greensboro Coliseum Special Events Center. Northern’s 346 seniors graduated at 3:30 p.m., with a total of $14.2 million in scholarship offerings. Northwest’s 476 seniors graduated at 8:30 p.m., with a total of $12.3 million in scholarship offerings.

est rr, Northw  Susan O r, to a it il fac curriculum y n o T r ug fo has a big h y d o b t , studen Hammond e h r e aft president, iploma. d is h s receive

 A big thu mbsnewly minte up from a d Northwe st Guilford gr aduate.

 Northwest Guilfo rd seniors celebrate after being ofﬁcially declared high school graduates.

(right).

 Look McIntos s like Noe’l h family in spotted her the aud ience!

 Check out the football championship rings these Northern Guilford graduates are spor ting!