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N.C. 150 resurfacing project nears completion Initially scheduled for completion on June 30, the project should be completed by July 8 by PATTI STOKES OAK RIDGE/SUMMERFIELD – The resurfacing of a five-mile segment of N.C. 150, from N.C. 68 in Oak Ridge to 357 feet west of the new center line of U.S. 220, was partially finished by the anticipated June 30 project completion date; a few more days are needed, however, before the project is wrapped up. Traveling east on N.C. 150 from N.C. 68, a two-foot shoulder has been
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added to each side of the road and the road has been resurfaced, up to where an I-73 interchange will be built and a segment of N.C. 150 relocated in Summerfield. On the east side of the future interchange, shoulders had been added but only half of N.C. 150 resurfaced as of July 5. The rest, which will include tying the resurfacing in with side streets, should be done within the next few days, said NCDOT engineer Paul Ingram on July 6. Ingram said the resurfacing project has gone relatively smoothly, while acknowledging delays on N.C. 150 were noticeably longer one day be-
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The NFL wide receiver will host a kids’ football clinic on July 17
NORTHERN GUILFORD – Keenan Allen, a wide receiver for the San Diego Chargers, will return to his high school alma mater, Northern Guilford, to host a USA Football FUNdamentals clinic on Sunday, July 17. The free event will be offered for children ages 7-12 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and ages 13-18 from 1-4 p.m. Designed to introduce children to football by teaching basic skills in an exciting and energetic environment, the event is supported through a grant from the NFL Foundation. FUNdamentals incorporates a series
Special-called meeting on July 14 to focus on water SUMMERFIELD – Summerfield Town Council will hold a special-called meeting on Thursday, July 14, at 6 p.m. The two meeting agenda items are: 1) to present the findings of a water and fire protection study, and 2) to consider the Rockingham County Memorandum of Understanding.
Regarding the first agenda item, on Jan. 12, council approved a contract with The Wooten Company in the amount of $8,500 to review options for providing a supply of water for fire protection inside the town limits, and to submit a report. Critics of the study have said it is not
the Town’s responsibility to provide water for the fire department, and the Town funding a fire protection study is outof-line. Proponents of the study say the Town is responsible for the safety of its citizens, and with the fire department’s concerns about a growing population,
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of drills to teach passing, catching and running skills in a non-contact setting. All skills and drills selected are based on USA Football’s Player Progression Development Model, ensuring children are learning in an age-appropriate manner, based on their cognitive and physical maturity. USA Football is the sport’s national governing body and is a member of the U.S. Olympic Committee.
want to go? Register online at www.usafootball. com/fun, or in person from 8:30 to 8:50 a.m. on July 17. The football camp will be held at Northern Guilford High School, 7101 Spencer Dixon Road in northern Greensboro.
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NEWS in brief
Fireworks, thunder and lightning have animals spooked NW GUILFORD COUNTY – Besides the fireworks that many residents enjoy around the July 4 holiday, thunder and lightning storms are much more commonplace this time of year and can send pets into fits of whining, panting and uncontrollable quivering at the first flash of light or bolt of thunder. As confirmation, the Northwest Observer has received several calls and emails asking for help with lost and found animals in recent weeks. Though you might enjoy the fireworks and watching the storms, be mindful that your pets may suffer from “storm anxiety,” so take extra care to make sure they are safely secured at night and during thunderstorms; additionally, have their collars and ID tags on should they get scared and break away from your home as some in our area have (as of our printer deadline, we were still trying to help owners of a Doberman and pygmy
goat duo from Stokesdale, and two labrador retrievers from Stokesdale find their way home).
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Ask your vet about options for treating storm anxiety, which may range from calming practices to medication or putting your pet in a product such as a Thundershirt, Storm Defender or Anxiety Wrap. Famed dog trainer Cesar Millan also recommends behavior modification techniques and finding a safe, storm-proof place for your pet to ride out the storm. If your pet becomes lost – or if you find someone else’s pet – post a picture and description of the animal, along with your contact information, at facebook. com/LostFoundPetsOfTheTriad. Pending our availability, the Northwest Observer is also happy to help northwest Guilford County residents reunite with their lost pets – message us the above information at facebook.com/NorthwestObserver.
On the road, on the water, don’t drink and drive NORTH CAROLINA – The North Carolina State Highway Patrol along with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission released the totals for “On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive” campaign for the period of Saturday, July 2 through Monday, July 4. “On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive” campaign is a multi-agency initiative that is designed to combine law enforcement resources to ensure that all motorists can safely travel on highway and waterways during the summer months. The totals are reflective of each agency’s collaborative enforcement efforts: Highway Patrol: Driving while impaired: 588; Provisional license violation: 55; Other
implied consent violation: 128; Drug violations: 42; Drug paraphernalia: 36; Seatbelt violations: 1,562; Child restraint violations: 259; Equipment violations: 678; Driver license violation: 1,699; Registration violation:1,200; Other violations: 7,147. Total violations across the state: 13,392. Wildlife Resources Commission: Boating Under the Influence: 29; Vessels contacted:1,060; Boaters contacted: 3,532; Boating citations: 304; Nonboating violations: 153; Boating warnings given: 601. The next and last phase of the operation is scheduled for the upcoming Labor Day Holiday period of Sept. 3-5.
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Located at 2400 Fleming Road, this house sits off the road a bit and appears to have a small parking lot in front of it. The windows have been boarded up, shingles and siding are coming loose and there’s broken glass around the house. Neighbors say it’s been in this condition for a while. A weathered paper sign on the front door states the house was condemned on June 17, 2015. According to Guilford County
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I have “outgrown” prescription glasses that I would like to donate. Does the Lions Club still collect these, and if so, where in the Oak Ridge or northwest area can they be dropped off for donation?
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Jim Kinneman, a member of Oak Ridge Lions Club, confirmed that the Lions Club does still collect glasses.
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“Any Lions Club member will take them, or they can be left at Oak Ridge Town Hall (8315 Linville Road) for me,” Kinneman said. “Also, Goodwill (in Oak Ridge Commons shopping center) has a collection box set up for us.”
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What’s going on with the vacant house on Fleming Road, across from The Cardinal guard station in northwest Greensboro? It’s all boarded up and is a real eyesore. People in the neighbor-
property records, R.J. Calton of Raleigh has owned this house since April 2000. Before that it was owned by his father, Greensboro businessman W.C. Calton, Jr., who died in July 1990. Based on the March 13, 2012 meeting minutes from the City of Greensboro’s Minimum Housing Standards Commission, problems with the property surfaced in June 2010, when a city housing inspector determined that repairs needed to be made to it. At the 2012 meeting, Inspector Lori Loosemore told the commission the property had been visited on March 8, 2012, and that there were “more than five
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This vacant home at 2400 Fleming Road in northwest Greensboro was condemned in June 2015. Although many believe it is an eyesore, city officials are hopeful it can be saved from demolition. Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO
“The house was condemned because of failure to make repairs,” Benton said. “It’s still in livable condition and is one of a handful of houses on the pending list for demolition. We’re trying to save all the (houses) that are worth saving.” To avoid demolition, Benton is looking at the possibility of the city handling the separate types of violations of any of the minimum housing standard codes.” The violations list included peeling paint, holes, rot, obstructed downspouts, unsound doors and more. At that time, there were no major concerns with the interior of the home. Calton attended the meeting and complained about vandalism, but agreed that repairs needed to be completed. The commission instructed him to come up with a timeline to bring the home’s exterior up to code. Calton appeared before the commission again a month later, but rather
than providing a timeline for repairs, he announced he didn’t intend to do anything to the property until he spoke with the police chief about protection against vandalism and break-ins. Four years later, the house remains in much the same condition and the City of Greensboro is still dealing with the property. Beth Benton, the division manager for code compliance for the City of Greensboro, confirmed the house is currently on the city’s list for demolition; however, she’s hoping to be able to save the property.
property repairs. A new city housing ordinance which went into effect in January 2016 would allow the city to repair the condemned property and then put a lien on the house. Benton also said a number of investors have been interested in purchasing the property, but she’s been told the owner isn’t interested in selling.
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Season after season, Rainelle has sat in the stands and shouted you don’t draft a player out directions for her A decade later, son to follow. He was because of his skills. Seth, a handsome always last at bat and 15-year-old with a There are a lot of things never had a hit. Somewinning smile, is still times parents and playing baseball; you measure a young teammates weren’t as while he’s progressed kind and understandman’s worth by.” in the sport, however, ing as she wished they his struggles have would have been. It SRA Coach Robert Bell continued. was hard, and Seth admits there were times he wanted to quit. “Seth has a neurological disorder which causes hand tremors that can But he never gave up. Because what sometimes affect his throwing, holding Seth lacks in ability, he makes up for in and swinging the bat, and keeping his determination and perseverance. hand in the glove without his fingers Things turned around for Seth this turning blue,” said his mother, past season when he and his brother, Rainelle Flowers, who lives just Emerson, joined the Summerfield Rec-
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“It also makes it hard for him to process and remember things like other kids his age. As much as he tries, all of the multi-step directions that he needs to be successful on the field are hard for him to accomplish.”
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reation Association’s Colt League and ended up on the Summerfield Braves team coached by Robert Bell. “Being the last batter for every single game that you have ever played in your life can take a toll on a child’s confidence and self-esteem,” said Rainelle. “From the very first practice, Coach Bell took Seth aside and worked with him, actually worked one-on-one with him.” The kind of coach every parent wishes their child had, Bell saw Seth’s potential early on. “Sometimes you don’t draft a player because of his skills,” said Bell. “There are a lot of things you measure a young man’s worth by.”
“No one bashed him when he made mistakes or did not understand something,” said Rainelle. According to Bell, Seth did more than just play ball – he was constantly encouraging his teammates and never had a negative word to say. No matter how the game was going, Bell said Seth was always upbeat and polite. To Rainelle’s delight, Seth started hitting the ball and making it to the bases. Bell said one of those hits will remain
the highlight of the season for him. He recalled how Seth had a first-base hit, then stole second, stole third and ran home to score a run for the team. “We were down in the game by a run and with his base hit, we won the game,” said Bell. “Seth had a big grin on his face and the other team’s coach, who had coached Seth a few years before, took Seth aside and told him how proud he was of him.” Speaking of proud, Bell feels that
Having spent a couple of years as a teacher, Bell recalls working with other kids like Seth. “A lot of times I’ve seen that those are the kids who work the hardest,” Bell said. “Hard-working” definitely describes Seth. As the season progressed, his baseball skills improved and his confidence grew. His teammates accepted him and encouraged him.
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way about all of his players, including his 15-year-old son, Riley, who is also a member of the team. He said he enjoys the opportunity to be able to work with such outstanding young men. “I like being around my son and all the kids,” he said. “They make me feel young and they make me laugh.” Rainelle said Bell goes out of his way to get to know his players, build their confidence and bond them as a team. There was the Wendy’s dinner that he paid for, which got the kids to open up and get to know each other off the field. And everyone on the team loved it when the coach took them to the store after practices for a Yahoo drink, “the official drink of the Summerfield Braves.” Rainelle said Seth is thinking this might be his last year playing baseball. “Either way, I am so thankful for all of the people who believe in these kids and make SRA such a great program,” she said. “Most of all, I am thankful for people like Coach Bell, who are changing (these kids’) lives. Seth’s experience this season has changed his life for the better.”
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Summerfield resident to compete on Cake Wars SUMMERFIELD – Taylor Kisselstein, lead decorator at Easy Peasy Decadent Desserts on Battleground Avenue in Greensboro, will be one of four decorators to compete on the Monday, July 11 episode of Food Network’s Cake Wars. In this “Emoji” episode, which will air at 9 p.m., participants will compete to take their cake creation to a party celebrating everyone’s favorite little icons – Emoji! Gedeon Maheux, cofounder of Iconfactory, will be on hand to choose who will earn a frowny face and who will earn a smiley face and take home $10,000. Easy Peasy co-owner Traci Rankins says Kisselstein applied to appear on Cake Wars after investigating competition shows at the beginning of this year. “They had a pretty extensive interview process, and they invited her to compete. The episode was shot back in March, and even we don’t know how she did. She’s under contract not to spill
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Summerfield resident Taylor Kisselstein will compete on Cake War’s “Emoji” episode on Monday, July 11, at 9 p.m.
any information until the show airs next Monday!” Rankins says. Kisselstein, who has been a cake
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The Kochers are also excited about coming to a community that welcomes them in their present stage of life and about working with so many families who are going through the same challenges as they are. Before learning they had been assigned to ORUMC, the Kochers say they knew only a little about the church and the Oak Ridge community. “We knew of Michael and Karen (Kurtz, the church’s pastors for the last 10 years) and the kind of quality of life in this community,” says Craig. “It’s only been in the last several weeks that we’ve been able to get a much better idea of the kind of place it is.
“would be a meaningful life.” He “answered the call” by enrolling in divinity school at Duke University. It was at Duke that Craig met Abby, who at the time was an undergraduate at the university (she later also graduated from Duke Divinity School). “Neither of us grew up thinking we were going to be a minister,” Abby says.
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“We recognize that this is a transition – for Michael and Karen, for us and for the congregation. The beautiful thing is we get to do all this together,” Craig says. Craig grew up in the church, and says as he got further into his undergraduate studies at UNC-Carolina, he began to realize that being a pastor
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withdrawn $3,500 from her bank account without her permission or knowledge.
MISCELLANEOUS July 3 | The boyfriend of a 25-year-old Summerfield woman reported her as missing. July 2 | At around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 2, a 23-year-old Madison man was cited for running a red light at the intersection of N.C. 68 and Haw River Road in Stokesdale. While running a license check the officer discovered the man had several outstanding warrants in Rockingham County and he was subsequently arrested and his vehicle towed. Additional charges were later brought against the man for shoplifting.
PROPERTY DAMAGE June 29 | Two employees of First Baptist Church on Scalesville Road in Summerfield reported that sometime between 5:45 and 6:43 p.m. on Wednesday, June 29, an unknown person slit a tire on their vehicles.
THEFT/SHOPLIFTING June 29 | The manager of Tractor Supply in Oak Ridge reported that around 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 29, a known person stole three items valued at $430. July 3 | At about 10:20 p.m., an employee of the Moose Café at the Farmers Market on Sandy Ridge Road in Colfax reported someone had stolen $80 in cash and two credit cards from her purse. July 4 | The manager of Food Lion on U.S. 220 in Summerfield reported that around 10:49 a.m. on July 4, an unknown male stole two packs of steaks and a bag of vegetables. The manager also said she was assaulted by the suspect. A 23-year-old Eden resident was subsequently arrested at 5:25 p.m. on charges of common law robbery.
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Music in the Park l July 9, 6:30-8 p.m. at Oak Ridge Town Park amphitheater (6231 Lisa Drive), featuring the country/bluegrass sounds of Robert Tilley & the Hard Times Band. Free admission, but donations will be taken to pay the band. Hot dogs, hamburgers and firemen’s BBQ available, or bring a picnic; bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Rain date: Sunday, July 10, 2-3:30 p.m.
Farmers’ Market l Gideon Grove United Methodist Church will sponsor a farmers’ market on July 9, from 8-10:30 a.m. in downtown Stokesdale. Vendor space free. Come sell your vegetables, plants, jams and jellies. MONDAY, JULY 11 “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” l Enjoy this free ght their Olivia and Maggie Mahon of Oak Ridge brou posed they e wher Northwest Observer to Great Britain, n Know on. Lond t, at the doorstep of 10 Downing Stree is ing build the , dom as “Number 10” in the United King sury, Trea the of the official residence of the First Lord . a position held by the Prime Minister since 1905
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 Mobile Food Truck l Out of the Garden Project will bring its mobile food truck to the gym parking lot of Stokesdale Elementary School, 8025 U.S. 158, on July 13 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Families with children who are currently in need may take home fresh food as well as non-perishable items. Food distribution based on family income (Food Stamp recipients qualify automatically).
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teach me a few words in his language. I longed to instruct him as to the definition of “crazy woman,” but thought I would “let sleeping dogs lie” … I am often reminded of my dear Oak Ridge pal, Betty Donnell (now deceased). In her later years, this special lady suffered with a debilitating condition, yet remained the proverbial, upbeat “sunshine girl.” She relished telling hilarious tales of mischief, some of which landed her in hot water. One particular instance involved her and a close friend and “partner in crime.” Donnell had made herself a red devil
costume for Halloween, and called her unsuspecting buddy over to surprise her. Clothed in the sinister, scarlet apparel complete with horns and pitchfork, Donnell slunk deviously to answer the doorbell. She threw the door open with a flourish, her forked tail slung over one arm. Greeting her visitor with a loud “Ta-Daaa!,” Betty was confronted by, not her chum, but the new local United Methodist Church minister. Sometime in the mid-‘70s, we were to attend an out-of-town family wedding and my husband needed to purchase a white tie. On the way out, we stopped hurriedly in Kernersville and I ran into Corder’s men’s shop to find just the right accessory for my better half’s wedding attire. Inside, I spotted a rack of ties, grabbed a white one, rushed up to a well-dressed gentleman, plunked money (and tie) in his outstretched hand, and declared loudly, “I need to buy this now – I am in a big hurry!” After bowing slightly and smiling
broadly, the man replied, “Hello, I’m Jimmy Green, and I’m running for lieutenant governor.” With his card in hand, (which he produced with a flourish), I turned to an amused clerk and made my purchase. Though Mr. Green was to have a less than illustrious political career, my brief, chance meeting with him is engraved indelibly on my mind. Ever wish the ground would just open and swallow you? An acquaintance related how she hurriedly tugged on a pair of jeans fresh out of the dryer, anticipating a date night with her “hubby.” Upon arriving at their favorite restaurant, her male counterpart whispered, “Something’s hanging out of your pants leg!” Horrified, she followed his gaze, and there, for all the world to see, dangled a fancy pair of unmentionables. I won’t soon forget the time that we had rented a car – specifically, a red one. We were leaving on a trip, and needed to make a quick stop at Dollar
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...continued from p. 8 She will compete on Cake Wars as Cakes by Tayleigh, which can be found on Facebook. See even more of her work at www.easypeasydnd.com.
decorator for seven years, moved to Summerfield from Syracuse, New York. She joined Easy Peasy Decadent Desserts as lead decorator in April 2015.
Assistant principal named GCS Employee of the Month COLFAX – When the principal at Colfax Elementary took medical leave unexpectedly in March, assistant principal Julie Kimsey added “interim principal” to her responsibilities. And those who work closest with her say she didn’t miss a beat.
To show their appreciation, the staff at Colfax submitted more than 20 nominations for Kimsey to become July GCS Employee of the Month, and on June 22 she was surprised with the news that she had won. Kimsey says she learned a lot during her three months as interim principal, including how to delegate, and adds that she’s happy to have principal Michelle Thigpen back in the building. She also credits her staff with making the role easier for her. “She has handled every challenge with warmth, humor and compassion,” says Marjorie Whitlock, second-grade
teacher at Colfax. “I can only imagine the burden all this extra stress has been on her, but she’s got it all covered. I am so thankful that Julie Kimsey we have such an incredible leader to take charge in Mrs. Thigpen’s absence; you could give her a $1 million bonus, and it wouldn’t be enough. I can think of no other employee who deserves special recognition more than Julie Kimsey!” As Employee of the Month, Kimsey will receive a $50 gift card from Sam’s Club, which has given more than $6,000 to outstanding GCS employees since 2005. During the month of July, her photo will hang at the district’s central offices, at Colfax Elementary and at the Sam’s Club on Wendover Avenue.
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“It wasn’t the family job passed down to either of us. Even when I went to divinity school, I knew there was some sort of call from God, but I didn’t know what that was going to look like.” It was through education and internships that Abby confirmed her path into ministry. “I have a deep, deep love for the church. That was something I was blessed with in childhood, having a family that was very involved in the church,” she says. On a lighter note, Craig points out that even though he spent a lot of time at Duke and Abby earned both of her degrees there, he is very much a Carolina fan and Abby is very much a Duke fan.
do people in our congregation. To work hard, to have a family life that is complex …that’s one of the ways that in this context, we can help one another.” While acknowledging that being a clergy couple and simultaneously focusing on their family isn’t easy, Abby adds, “When you’re doing something out of calling, it gives you joy. It isn’t just depleting.” When he isn’t ministering and spending time with his family, Craig enjoys “outdoors stuff,” like hiking and fly fishing – and anything that involves a ball. He also enjoys traveling and hanging out with the family’s golden retriever, Maggie, who he says is a wonderful companion.
The Kochers married 15 years ago.
Abby enjoys swimming and taking walks, whether alone, with the family or with Maggie. “I just enjoy being in the beautiful creation that God has put us in,” she says.
“We think of marriage as a vocation,” says Craig. “You step into it on faith but also on some sense of confidence that you’ll be given what you need. Not to say that it won’t be challenging. I remind myself that everyone will face significant challenges. But so
As the Kochers settle into their new home, they look forward to assuming their new roles at ORUMC, and to meeting members of the church’s congregation and establishing roots in the community.
“We’re both pretty serious about our basketball!” he says with a laugh that you get the impression has a ring of truth to it.
The couple also spends a lot of time reading and writing.
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This is concerning fireworks in neighborhoods. There should be more consideration for those of us who don’t appreciate this practice. In our case, we have an 85-pound dog which is terrified when these things are going off and it’s very hard to comfort her and get her to settle down. I know we can’t be the only ones who are going through this. The fire-
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works usually start around midnight and can last for an hour or more. It’s not unusual for it to take a couple hours to get our dog to settle down when it’s over. I am not anti-fireworks, but they should be done by professionals and not in neighborhoods. Please be considerate, because there are some who aren’t enjoying your fun. Ben Sloan, OAK RIDGE
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which brings more houses and more traffic, plus a 50 percent reduction in water access points over the last 20 years, it should partner with the department in developing a plan for future water needs.
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When the widening of U.S. 220 and the I-73 interchange at N.C. 150 has been completed, a continuous section of N.C. 150, from N.C. 68 in Oak Ridge to the new center line of U.S. 220 in Summerfield, will be resurfaced.
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Ingram explained that out of safety concerns for drivers dropping off the shoulders and over-correcting, shoulders along N.C. 150 were expanded by two feet – except for areas around the military academy, where drivers may notice the road is slightly narrower. That’s largely out of consideration for the historic area and the existence of several stately trees whose roots the DOT wanted to avoid disrupting.
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The second agenda item dates back to April, when Summerfield Mayor Mark Brown presented a Memorandum of Understanding in which Reidsville, Madison, Mayodan, Stokesdale, Oak Ridge and Summerfield were asked to agree to work in collaboration with Rockingham County to support a regional water initiative for water supply planning and future economic development.
want to go? The meeting, which is open to the public, will be held Thursday, July 14, 6 p.m., in the fellowship hall of Summerfield First Baptist Church, 2300 Scalesville Road.
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TRAVEL TRAILER FOR SALE 2013 TRAVEL TRAILER. 19’, 2 dbl beds, full bath, heat/A/C. Kitchen and much more. $9,500, (336) 501-6250 (leave message).
EMPLOYMENT DRIVERS: Solos, teams, FT/PT! Get great miles, benefits. Weekly hometime! CDL-A & 5 yrs. OTR exp? Call today! (855) 219-4839. Church Daycare hiring CERTIFIED TEACHERS. Please send resume to churchdaycare3605@yahoo.com.
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INDEX Autos / Travel Trailer for Sale ....... 19 Employment ................................ 19 Home Care Available ................. 19 Public Notices ............................ 19 Save the Date ............................. 19 Vacation Bible School .................. 19 Yard Sales .................................. 19 Home Services ....................... 19-21
LOCAL LANDSCAPE COMPANY looking for full-time employee; previous landscaping experience and driver’s license needed. (336) 451-5219. DRIVERS: CDL-A. Up to $1,400 weekly + bonuses. Excellent benefits. APU’s, flexible home time. No touch, $3K sign-on. (866) 238-1282. DUTCH BARN DAN, INC. is looking to fill several positions for skilled, experienced carpenters. Must have knowledge of carpentry trade, have your own tool belt, etc., and experience putting up vinyl/aluminum siding and metal buildings. Must be willing to learn & grow with the business, estimate jobs, order materials, quality control of all materials, manage work hours, oversee crews, possibly interested in getting General Contractor’s license. (Must have skills listed above.) Must have a desire to work, show up for work, communicate well, get along well with others, have a valid driver’s license; experience driving a large truck a plus! (Nissan Rollback – wrecker type roll back bed.) We are considering subcontractors with their own liability & workman’s comp coverage for a percentage per job. Please apply to info@dbd3.com.
Misc. Services.............................. 21 Misc. for Sale ............................. 21 Misc. Wanted ............................. 21 Pets & Animal Services ............... 21 Real Estate .................................. 22
HOME CARE AVAILABLE CAREGIVER / CARE COORDINATOR available. A few hours or 24/7 care offered. Excellent refs. Call Susan, (336) 880-2594.
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS, Town of Oak Ridge. The Town of Oak Ridge is seeking to hire an engineering/design firm with proven experience and expertise to render a Site Plan for parking lot and playground area for Oak Ridge Town Park. We are searching for a professional Engineering/Design firm to assist us with this project. For complete bid package contact Parks and Recreation Director, Terry Lannon. RFQ Name: Oak Ridge Town Park Parking/ Playground site plan. Qualification Due Date / Time: July 22, 2016, at 4pm. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 374, Oak Ridge, NC 27310. Delivery Address: 8315 Linville Road, Oak Ridge, NC 27310. Contact: Terry Lannon, Director of Parks & Recreation, tlannon@oakridgenc.com (email); (336) 644-7009 (phone); (336) 6447012 (fax).
MUSIC IN THE PARK, Saturday, July 9, 6:30-8pm, at the Oak Ridge Town Park amphitheater (6231 Lisa Drive, located just past the playground), featuring the country/ bluegrass sounds of Robert Tilley & the Hard Times Band (you know them from Prissy Polly’s and other local venues). Free admission, but donations will be taken to pay the band. Hot dogs, hamburgers and firemen’s BBQ available, or bring a picnic. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Rain date: Sunday, July 10, 2-3:30 p.m.
OAK RIDGE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING. Notice is hereby given that the Town of Oak Ridge Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider the variance described below. All citizens will be given the opportunity to be heard at the public hearing on July 14, 2016, 7pm, at Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road. Case No. BOA-16-02: Sagar Cherukuri requests a variance to Section 30-381 of the Oak Ridge Code of Ordinances, to allow an accessory structure within the side street setback. The property is located at 600 Blenheim Court, Tax Parcel 0170058, Oak Ridge Township, and is zoned RS-40 (Residential Single-Family).
5:30pm; Monday, July 11 thru Friday, July
SAVE THE DATE FARMER’S MARKET, Saturday, July 9, 8-10:30 a.m., downtown Stokesdale. Free vendor space. Come sell your vegetables, plants, jams and jellies. Sponsored by Gideon Grove UMC. FAIRY GARDEN WORKSHOP, Saturday, July 9, 2pm, The Garden Outlet, Summerfield. Come join the fun! Please call ahead to reserve your spot, (336) 643-0898.
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Stonefield Cellars SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, every Friday in July; concerts start at 7pm. Enjoy food from local eateries and great music under the stars. Visit www. stonefieldcellars.com for more details.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL VBS, Sunday, July 10, kick-off social at 15,
6:30-9pm nightly.
Ellisboro Baptist
Church, 1604 Ellisboro Road, Madison, NC. For more information, call the church office at (336) 548-4460.
YARD SALES COMMUNITY YARD SALE, Sat., July 9, 8am, Golden Antiques & Treasures, 341 Ram Loop, Stokesdale. $10/space. Call (336) 949-4958 to reserve your spot. MOVING SALE. Sat., July 9, 8am-1pm. Denison Rd., Summerfield. Furniture, Longaberger, Disney, game tables... MOVING SALE. Sat.,, July 9, 8 am until … 8209 Springdale Meadow Ct., Stokesdale.
HOME SERVICES CLEANING CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOW CLEANING, gutter cleaning, pressure washing. Fully ins. windowcleaningnc.com. (336) 595-2873.
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ANA’S HOUSECLEANING. Good references, free est., 25 years exp. (336) 309-0747.
FLOORING
GRADING / HAULING
It’s a CARPET thing!
PEARMAN QUARRY HAULING Fill dirt, gravel, sand rock, mulch & more. Joel Richardson, (336) 803-2195.
TWO OAK RIDGE BOYS will mow and do basic yard work. Call/text (336) 253-8734.
FRONING’S FIX-IT HANDYMAN SERVICES. Pressure washing and home repair. Insured and Bonded. Competitive rates. Call or text Dan, (336) 317-3506.
Repairs, restretch, replace. (336) 643-6500.
GENERAL REPAIR & SERVICES
MAID 2 GLIMMER – Maid Cleaning Premier cleaning service with Amazon Local. Call (336) 441-8388, Maid2Glimmer.com.
MOWER TUNE-UP and mower deck repair.
BEST MAIDS LLC – Expert home & business cleaning service. Fully insured. (336) 430-6747, www.bestmaidsnc.com.
GARY’S HANDYMAN HOME SERVICES
CARPET CLEANING. We clean the dirt out of your carpet, not the money out of your pockets! Starting at $20 per room, $60 minimum. Call David, Cleaning Solutions, (336) 989-4318, thecleaningsolutions.org. CHRISTIAN MOM needs work cleaning houses, running errands. Will fit to your budget. Pet taxi/pet sitting also avail. References. Call Laura Bennett, (336) 231-1838. ROSA’S CLEANING SERVICE. 11 yrs. exp. Excellent references. (336) 423-8720. 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. MAID-2-SHINE. Homes, offices, move in/ out. 10+ years exp. Detail oriented, professional, bonded, exc. ref. (336) 338-0223.
DECORATING EXPERIENCED INTERIOR DECORATOR & personal furniture shopper will help you with style, color, shopping & furniture placement. E-mail appeninc@gmail.com or call Ann Appenzeller, (336) 314-1411.
Free pick up and delivery within 5 miles of Oak Ridge. Call or text (336) 880-7498
“Providing value for the home-ownership experience.” Gary Gellert, serving NC’s Piedmont Triad area. Garygellert@gmail.com, (336) 423-8223.
OLD SCHOOL HOME REPAIR/ IMPROVEMENT
“No Job Too Small”
Jerry & Lisa Potkay, Owners • Oak Ridge, NC
(336) 669-7252
Accredited A+ Rating, oldschoolsjhr@triad.rr.com BBB of Central NC Home Repairs & Improvements • Painting Wood Rot Repairs • Bathroom Remodeling Decks and much more! • Insured
L & T SMALL ENGINE SERVICE Complete 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 at (336) 501-8681. HOUSE & YARD HOME MAINTENANCE “Anything to improve your home and property.” Jeff Ziglar, (336) 456-9992 / 643-9609. GENERAL HOME REPAIR, bathroom repair, small/odd jobs. (336) 644-8710, 708-0522. APPLIANCE REPAIR – Call Mr Appliance. A step above the rest! (336) 609-5707.
ELECTRICAL BALEX ELECTRICAL COMPANY, LLC Residential, commercial & solar electrical services. (336) 298-4192.
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JLB REMODELING, INC. Home repair, maintenance & handyman service. Licensed & insured. Competitive rates. (336) 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com.
GAULDIN TRUCKING, grading & hauling, bobcat work, lot clearing, driveways, fill dirt, gravel, etc. (336) 362-1150. E&W HAULING & GRADING INC. Driveways, fill dirt, topsoil, mulch, lot clearing, basements etc. (336) 451-1282. BRAD’S BOBCAT & HAULING SVCS. LLC Debris removal, grading, gravel/dirt, driveways. (336) 362-3647. ANTHONY’S GRADING & HAULING Excavating, land clearing, demolition, dirt available. Zane Anthony, (336) 362-4035.
MY GROUNDSKEEPER Landscaping and lawn care, shrubs, mulch, cut low limbs, garage & building clean out. Timothy, (336) 643-5154. WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete lawn care & landscaping. NC lic. irrigation contractor. 20 years exp. Hardscaping, fertilization & weed control. (336) 399-7764. ARBOR MASTERS TREE SERVICE Total tree removal, storm damage cleanup, shrub and tree pruning. Bobcat work and more. Free estimates. Licensed & insured. Call Joe at (336) 643-9157.
LAWN CARE / LANDSCAPING GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maint. (336) 655-6490 CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICE Complete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, (336) 6439332, carolinaStumpAndTreeServices.com. AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt avail. (336) 602-5820. D & D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION Complete outdoor living spaces – fireplaces, retaining walls, patios, more! NC licensed irrigation contractor. BBB A+. (336) 480-4101. TRACTOR FOR HIRE Bush hogging, grading & hauling, brush/ tree removal, food plots. (336) 207-6632. COLFAX LAWNCARE Complete lawn care & maintenance. Mowing, trimming, fertilizing, pine needles. HOA & annual agrmts Res./comm., fully insured. 27 years serving the Triad. (336) 362-5860. BRAD’S BOBCAT & HAULING SVCS LLC. Mulching, landscaping, pine needles/straw, gravel, concrete work. (336) 362-3647.
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facebook.com/NorthwestObserver ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call (336) 382-9875. FAY’S LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING Summer mowing and lawn care. Bed reconstruction, pine needles & mulch. Reasonable and honest. Call Taylor, (336) 464-5215. TLC LAWN CARE Affordable mowing, seeding, aeration, fertilization and weed control. (336) 681-0097. AQUA SYSTEMS IRRIGATION. Quality irrigation systems. NC licensed contractor. We service all systems. Free est. (336) 644-1174. STEVE NEWMAN TREE SERVICE. Free est. Lic/Ins. 30 yrs. exp. Bucket truck/chipper, total cleanup. Selective thinning & lot clearing. 24-hr. ER svc. OR, NC. (336) 643-1119.
HOME SERVICES
HOME SERVICES
HOME SERVICES
MISC. SERVICES
MASONRY
CINDY’S PAINTING – Interior painting,
JLB REMODELING, INC.
SAM’S AUTO BODY SHOP. Any type of
MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone, concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com.
wallpaper removal. References & free es-
Remodeling and additions. Fully insured. NC GC license #69997. Free est. Call (336) 681-2902 or visit www.jlbremodeling.com.
body work. 45 years exp. (336) 347-7470.
timates available. (336) 708-9155.
RENOVATION WORKS INC.
mons. (336) 643-0068.
SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes. How about a new patio or fire pit? We can help with all of your outdoor living and entertainment spaces! Fire pits, driveways & sidewalks, patios and more! Give us a call at (336) 399-6619 for all your concrete and landscape needs.
Mulch & landscape aggregates
BEK Paint Co. Residential & Commercial David & Judy Long, owners
(336) 931-0600
BEKPaintCompany.com • References Available • Licensed & Insured • All Work Guaranteed
PAINTING – INTERIOR & EXTERIOR 32 yrs. exp. Sheetrock repair. No job too small. Insured. Brad Rogers, (336) 314-3186.
8605 Triad Dr, Colfax (336) 996-4918 marshallstone.com
MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS ON EAGLE’S WINGS residential home design/drafting. Call Patti, (336) 605-0519. GRILLS, FIRE PITS, tankless water heaters. General home repairs. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183.
PLUMBING WEBSTER & SONS PLUMBING, Inc. (336) 992-2503. Licensed, insured, bonded. 24/7 service. Plumbing, drain cleaning, well pumps. Give us a call, we do it all! Go to www.webstersplumbing.com for more info. BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLAR No job too small! Experienced, guaranteed. Lic. & insured. Call Mark, (336) 337-7924.
POWER WASHING PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Fully insured. Crystal Clear, www. windowcleaningnc.com. (336) 595-2873.
REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION
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STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, (336) 462-3683, stillperfectionpainting.com.
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Roof Replacements / Repairs Siding & Windows Custom Decks / Porches General Home Repairs Remodeling / Painting
BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens/baths, custom decks, garages, siding, dock work, windows, roofing, rotted wood. Sr. disc., 35 years exp. (336) 362-6343.
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(336) 643-9963 • 8207 B & G Court, Stokesdale
MISC. FOR SALE ALL NEW MATTRESS SETS. Still in plastic, w/ warranty. Twin, $99; Full, $109; Queen, $129; King, $191. Can deliver, layaway available. Mattress Outlet. (336) 992-0025. FARM FRESH BEEF FOR SALE. Locally raised with no added hormones, steroids or antibiotics. Buy by the pound or in bulk. USDA
Licensed & insured NC Gen. Contractor #72797
ROOFING RED RHINO ROOFING, based in Oak Ridge, NC. Storm damage specialist experienced with all types of roofing. BBB accredited A and listed with Angie’s List. Call (336) 9446118, or visit redrhinoroofing.com. CLINARD & SON ROOFING, LLC Residential roofing, rubber flat roofs, roof coating, metal roofs. 30 years experience. Now accepting all major credit cards. Call (336) 643-8191 or (336) 580-3245. A.L. CORMAN ROOFING INC.
31 yrs exp • Workmanship guarantee • Insurance specialists
(336) 644-1580
New construction, remodeling, additions, kitchen and bath, decks & patios. We are a full-service design and build company. Call us for a free competitive quote on roofing and replacement windows. We are a certified 203k contractor and are A+ accredited with the BBB. Call (336) 427-7391 or visit www.myrenovationworks.com.
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Res. roofing specialist serving Guilford Cty. area since 1983. BBB 25+ years w/ A+ rating. cormanroofinginc.com, (336) 621-6962.
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inspected.Wamees Farm (336) 382-1703. RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT and workout equip. Like new! (336) 383-7732. Burgundy Lane leather RECLINING SECTIONAL, $700. One-year-old washer and dryer, $300/ea. Loveseat, $50. Breakfast table & chairs, $300. Power incline treadmill, $200. More! (336) 508-5242. USED IN-HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT; hospital bed, wheelchairs, etc. Good prices! Call (336) 643-6188. KNIGHTS PRODUCE & PLANTS Flowers, vegetable plants, fresh produce & hanging baskets. 14809 Hwy. 158, Summerfield. (336) 708-0485.
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LOST. Luke and Sophie, last seen on Sunday, July 3 in vicinity of U.S. 158/Happy Hill Road on Belews Lake. (336) 509-7848.
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New listing in Corbin Woods. Custom home with 4BR/3BA and 3-car garage. Great condition and open floor plan on 1 acre. Northern schools, screened porch and multiple bonus rooms. Offered at $479,900.
Nancy J. Hess nancy.hess@bhhsyostandlittle.com (336) 215-1820
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HOMES FOR RENT
washer, ATVs, grills, etc. (336) 689-4167.
STOKESDALE, 2BR, 2BA mobile home. Very private lot. Completely remodeled. No
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pets. No smoking. $650/mo. (336) 453-8151.
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water heater, 2-car garage, storage building & fenced yard, yard maint. incl. No pets.
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FOUND A PET, and need help finding the owner? Let us know – we’ll run a free classified! (336) 644-7035, ext. 10.
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HORSE BOARDING: Little Bit of Farm,
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(336) 509-3103, www.littlebitoffarm.com. WILLING TO PET SIT in your home daily or overnight. (336) 207-2228. KPS - KELLY’S PET SERVICES Professional in-home pet sitting. Bonded & insured. Member Pet Sitters International. Pet sitting while you are away, daily walks or runs, play, pet taxi, and more! KPS gives a portion of profits to animal charities. Call,
OPEN HOUSE: Sun, July 10 • 2-4pm
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE in Oak Ridge. Mini suites to full suites; 100 to 1,000 sq. ft. available. For info, call (336) 643-7577.
$1,500/mo. (336) 215-7958.
LAND FOR SALE 65, Rockinghm County. Ready to build, sur-
1924-1912 Scalesville Road, Summerfield Looking for private acreage just outside the city? Top-Quality Hardieboard home with Gourmet Kitchen, Master and second BR on main. Back deck with FP and mini-kitchen area. 3,800+ sq. ft. Pre-Appraised and Listed at $530,000.
veyed w/ site plan. $27,900. (336) 643-6078. 18 ACRES FOR SALE, deer hunting, creek, land-locked w/ access, Madison area, off Hwy. 220N. Call (336) 643-7923.
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Northwest Animal Hospital ..................17 Veterinary Hospital at Oak Ridge......... 11
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THURSDAY 10 A.M. - 7 P.M.
Bring your trucks and trailers and save even more . Financing is available but cash really talks. All day today, furniture and bedding will be offered at prices far below what you would expect to pay. All will be sold on a first come basis. Brave the crowds and get your share. Extra sales personnel will be on hand for this event. Extra credit desks are in place. Some items priced at 15 cents on the dollar. It's over! The last day is here. This Remerchanidisng Liquidation must come to a close...now!
699
SLEIGH BED
118
$
388
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
DRESSER MIRROR
QUEEN SIZE MATTRESS & FOUNDATION
TABLE-6 CHAIRS AND CHINA
BUNK BED
SOFA & LOVESEAT
5-PIECE WOOD BAR
2 PC. SECTIONAL
LAMPS
CHAISE RECLINER
BRASS HEADBOARD
SOFA
PUB TABLE & 4 CHAIRS
PICTURES LIQUIDATION PRICED
FUTON
HUTCH & BUFFET $
1688
$
298
288 LOVESEAT $
$
98
$
498
$
888
$
$
298
128
$
$
978
298
$
$
598
888
$
$
ER WER LOW, LO MS,MS NEWWITEITE NE G ANCING FIN ANLCIN FINIA SPLEC &CIA & SPE ICES PRICES PR U!
RU!YO R YO ALLLFOFO AL
98
5
298
COCKTAIL 2 END TABLES
1,588
SOFA & LOVESEAT
$
$
78
5-PIECE DINETTE
$
ACCENT CHEST
SECTIONAL W/ RECLINER
$
ALL ITEMS SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE!
TABLE 6 CHAIRS MATCHING CHINA
TWIN SIZE MATTRESS & FOUNDATION $
148
$
3988
8 PC. DINING ROOM
KING SIZE MATTRESS & FOUNDATION
$
$
$
188
$
388
$
1297
$ 37
$
98
288
$
4 DRAWER CHEST $
33
DELIV DE LIER VEY RY ANDAND DISP DIS POSA OSLAL AVAILAV ABAI LELABLE
298 G.O.B. #9 LAST DAY