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Henson Forest A 34+-acre tract of land (shown in dark green) was rezoned on Oct. 8 for commercial development. The property will Auburnwood be combined with a 45-acre tract already zoned for commercial use (shown in light green) and developed as a walkable, village-style shopping center.

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SUMMERFIELD – For the second time in a month, a proposed shopping center received a favorable nod. Reflecting the council’s divided opinions, this time the vote was close – but final.

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On Sept. 23 the town’s Planning and Zoning Board unanimously recommended approval of rezoning 34+ acres bordering Deboe Road off N.C. 150, while placing conditions to be met before the rezoning came before the town council at a public hearing on Oct. 8. At that hearing, which lasted almost four hours, an almost equal number of people spoke for and against the rezoning. Council members’ division on the issue was obvious in their discussion after the

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STOKESDALE – The town council’s decision last month to deny a special use permit for a proposed minor LCID landfill, more commonly referred to as a “stump dump,” has been appealed and the case will now be heard in Superior Court in Guilford County.

Over a period of three months the town deliberated over whether to approve a request from landowners Kenneth and Carrie Van Derveer to operate a landfill that would encompass about 1.74 acres on the 23.16 acres they purchased about three years ago on the west side of Pearman Quarry Road. With two existing LCID landfills in their neighborhood, many residents in the area protested that noise and dump truck traffic to

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To many in the town, the issue of a minor LCID landfill wasn’t worthy of so much attention. But for those who live on or near Pearman Quarry Road where the proposed landfill would be

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If it sounds too good to be true ... STOKESDALE – When Mickie Halbrook received a call on Monday, Oct. 7 informing her that she was the winner of a new Mercedes and $5.5 million dollars, she wasn’t buying it. “I knew from the start it was a scam,” says the Stokesdale town councilwoman, “but I kept the guy on the phone and kept asking questions to see what information I could get.” The caller claimed to be David Washington with a sweepstakes clearinghouse company called Winner’s Circle. Washington told Halbrook that in order to claim her new car and her millions, she needed to purchase a Green Dot Money Pass card at her nearest Walmart or Kmart. When asked why that was necessary, Washington claimed that Winner’s Circle would use the Green Dot Money Pass to verify her winnings with the IRS and H&R Block. The Money Pass would only cost her $500, Washington said, and once she called him back with the access code on her receipt, he would give her further instructions on how to collect her winnings. That’s when Halbrook called the Northwest Observer, hoping to get the word out and help others avoid being scammed. Green Dot Money Pass cards have been a key element of fraud scams for the past two to three years. Green Dot is a prepaid, reloadable debit card that promises low fees, free withdrawals at over 22,000 MoneyPass ATMs nationwide, and the ability to waive monthly

charges. However, once funds are preloaded onto a Green Dot Money Pass card, the access code on the receipt is all that’s needed to drain the funds from the card, and often right into a scammer’s bank account. Ken Schatz, manager of the Walmart in Kernersville, confirms that the high level of fraud associated with Green Dot cards has prompted Walmart to ask their customers a series of questions before allowing them to load funds onto a Green Dot card, with the primary question being, “Do you personally know the person you are giving this card to?” If the customer has received a call similar to Halbrook’s, Walmart employees will not allow the customer to pay to preload the card.

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Sgt. Hamlett with the Guilford County Sheriff’s Department District 1 office advises residents to “always be cautious when someone says you’ve won money. Never give out your social security or an account number over the phone to someone you don’t know and have no history with.” If you are uncomfortable with the phone call, ask for a number to call them back and have a trusted relative or friend return the call. Also, beware of increased phone scams as the holidays approach. Bottom line, if it sounds too good to be true, it almost always is. As Sgt. Hamlett sums it up, “If you’ve never bought a lottery ticket from Jamaica, you didn’t win the Jamaican lottery.”

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I saw a lot of people working at the site of the future dog park at Oak Ridge Town Park this past weekend and was wondering if it’s close to being finished. According to Terry Lannon, Oak Ridge Director of Parks and Recreation, the new dog park is still on track to open this fall. Both park employees and volunteers are working diligently to make the dog park a reality as quickly as possible. This past weekend, about 30 volunteers from The Summit Church of Oak Ridge spent a Saturday morning clearing the site as part of its Big Serve project. “We took out anything that would not be dog friendly,” says Chad Loflin, coordinator for the event. Lannon says the group’s work was invaluable in moving the dog park forward. “We’ve been working on clearing the site but we can only do so much in (an allotted time frame with a small number of employees),” explains Lannon. “These volunteers put in more than 100 man-hours and completely cleared the site. We can now do the final grading and start on the fencing.” Collected brush piles will be mulched for ground covering and extra wood hauled away. An asphalt trail leading through the park to the trail head is scheduled to be completed the

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Daniela Swain and Lauren Hale of The Summit Church were among the 30 volunteers who worked to clear the site of the Oak Ridge Town Park’s future dog park. As part of its participation in the annual Big Serve project, the church is helping with several community projects in and near Oak Ridge.

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last week in October and construction of the fence will begin the first week in November. “A lot will depend on the weather as to how soon we’re able to open, but things look good so far,” says Lannon. I’ve been hearing people talk about how much money local political candidates are spending on their campaigns and whether or not it’s above or below $1,000. What’s that all about and why is it so important? The majority of political candidates are required to provide complete financial disclosure. However, a North Carolina law exempts candidates running for a county office, municipal office, local school board office, soil and water conservation district board of supervisors or sanitary district board if they do not spend more than $1,000.

According to Charlie Collicutt, director of the Guilford County Board of Elections, candidates who spend over $1,000 on their campaigns are required to file financial disclosures. These reports can be time consuming and tedious. All contributions and spending must be individually recorded. In addition, donors who have given more than $50 must be identified by name, address, occupation and employer. If a local candidate anticipates spending less than $1,000, he or she has the option of filing a Certification of Threshold which exempts the candidate from the process. “It’s a way for small town candidates to not have to do the extensive paperwork,” says Collicutt. If during the course of the campaign, the situation changes and the candidate is spending more than $1,000, the candidate is then required to file another Certification of Threshold which withdraws the first certificate. At that point, the candidate must complete disclosures

detailing the entire financial history of his or her campaign. While the Guilford County Board of Elections maintains a candidate’s financial report as public record, it does not have investigators to police the law. If someone believes that the law has been violated, that person is encouraged to contact the Board of Elections. Collicutt says he is aware of a couple of local candidates who had originally filed to spend less than $1,000 but have since gone over that amount; he says those candidates are currently working on their disclosures. “We just have to get it right,” says Collicutt. “If they refuse to do so, then that’s another story.” At that point, the matter is turned over to the N.C. State Board of Elections. To view a local candidate’s financial disclosure statements online, visit guilfordelections.org, scroll to the bottom of the page and click on “Candidate Reports Are Now Available.”

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as reported by PATTI STOKES Mayor Ray Combs was absent from the Thursday, Oct. 3 meeting because he was traveling. Mayor Pro Tem Roger Howerton called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. and led with an opening prayer. Minutes of the Sept. 5 council meeting and closed session were approved.

CITIZEN COMMENTS Jim Kinneman thanked everyone who supported the Lions Club golf tournament held last month, and said all proceeds will be used to help people within the community. Kinneman invited anyone with visual needs to contact him or another Lions Club member. The fire department’s barbecue will be held on Saturday, Oct. 12.

TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT Town Manager Bruce Oakley presented a resolution in support of Oak Ridge residents who wish to change from a Kernersville mailing address to an Oak Ridge mailing address so their address reflects the community in which they live. Howerton invited anyone to speak on the issue.

Gray Cassell, who lives in Oak Ridge but has a Kernersville address, said he lives in the Oak Ridge township and has always had a Kernersville address. “As I get older and my hair gets a little grayer, I’m a little more opposed to change,” Cassell said. He explained that he was very happy to be an Oak Ridge resident, but would rather not go through the process of changing his mailing address. Brian Haderlie introduced himself and said he had organized the efforts to have Oak Ridge (and Stokesdale) residents’ mailing addresses changed to reflect that they live in Oak Ridge and Stokesdale rather than Kernersville. Haderlie explained the USPS would survey all residents affected by the potential address change before making a decision about changing their addresses. He and others have asked Congressman Howard Coble and County Commissioner Linda Shaw for their support with the mailing address changes. Haderlie said the vast majority of residents in the Meadow Ridge, Smoke Ridge, Arbor Run and Westridge

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FINANCIAL Finance Officer Sam Anders was absent, so Oakley gave the financial statement. He noted September’s income (over $260,000) was significant due to property tax receipts. The annual audit is nearing completion.

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COMMUNITY UPDATES Parks and Recreation Commission. In the absence of Chairman Bill Edwards, Oakley reported the recent Movie in the Park and two Music in the Park events had been “hugely successful” and the commission was planning more events for spring. A community yard sale will be held in the park on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Yanusz encouraged everyone to give much thought to the upcoming election and become educated on the issues and candidates. McClelland reminded everyone of the rabies clinic in the park on Oct. 5. The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m., which tied for the shortest council meeting on record.

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in St. Louis, some stations are selling gas for $2.79 per gallon. “While the direction of current prices reflect what we can expect for Q4 fuel prices, it’s certainly encouraging to see how many states already have stations with regular gas available for under $3,” said Patrick DeHaan, senior petroleum analyst for GasBuddy. GasBuddy’s network of over 250 websites shows 18 states where motorists could see prices below $3 per gallon this week (unfortunately, North Carolina is not one of them, though several bordering states and other southern and mid-west states are included among the

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“If current supply and demand fundamentals remain unchanged and West Texas crude slips into the mid$90s, then perhaps by Thanksgiving we could see as many as 33 states (two-thirds of the U.S.) with gas stations selling below $3,” says Gregg Laskoski, another GasBuddy senior petroleum analyst. As of Wednesday, Oct. 9, GasTown on U.S. 220 in Summerfield had among the area’s lowest gas prices, at $3.21/ gallon. Costco and Sam’s Club, both on Wendover Avenue, sold gas to members for $3.11/gallon on the same date.

Watch out for those deer NORTH CAROLINA – With the arrival of the fall season, drivers on North Carolina roads need to be on the alert for an increase in the possibility of collisions with deer. About 90 percent of all reported animal-related crashes involve deer, and 50 percent of those crashes traditionally take place in the months of October through December. A N.C. Department of Transportation study shows that in 2012, there were 20,181 animal-related crashes. That is the lowest number in three years, but helped boost the three-year total of crashes to 61,688, with 20 fatalities, nearly 3,500 injuries and more than $144 million in damages. “This is the time of year that drivers need to be extra focused and alert,” said NCDOT Director of Mobility and

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Safety Kevin Lacy. “We have the combination of increased deer activity and it is getting darker sooner in the evening.” Deer activity is on the increase as a result of the mating and hunting seasons. Crashes are most common between 5 and 8 a.m., and from 6 p.m. to midnight. That is when more vehicles are on the road, deer movement increases, and limited visibility makes it more difficult for motorists to see them on or near roadways. Wake County leads all counties in the number of animal-related crashes for the 10th year in a row, although the 991 crashes reported last year was its lowest figure since 2006. Its high ranking is primarily the result of the large number of drivers and roadway mileage in the county, combined with the abundance of wooded areas.

Guilford County was a distant second at 668 crashes, followed by Pitt (619), Duplin (596) and Johnston (492) counties. Counties in the far western section of the state, where there are considerably fewer roads and drivers, reported the lowest number of crashes. Graham County is at the bottom of the list with only seven crashes, just below Jackson (12) and Swain (9) counties. NCDOT offers the following suggestions for motorists to avoid being in a deer-vehicle crash: Slow down in posted deer crossing areas and heavily wooded areas, especially during the late afternoon and evening; Statistics indicate most deer-vehicle crashes occur near bridges or overpasses, and they also follow railroad tracks, streams and ditches; Drive with high beams on when possible, and watch out for eyes reflecting in the headlights; Remember that deer often travel in groups, so do not assume that the road is clear if one deer has already passed;

Do not swerve to avoid contact with deer. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle, flipping it over, veering it into oncoming traffic or overcorrecting and running off the road, causing a more serious crash; Slow down and blow your horn with one long blast to frighten the deer away; Increase the distance between your vehicle and other cars, especially at night. If the car ahead of you hits a deer, you may also become involved in the accident;

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GCS approves funding for NWHS traffic updates NW GUILFORD – The Guilford County Board of Education approved an initial priority list of school construction, renovation and maintenance projects it considers to be of critical need at its Oct. 8 meeting. Northwest Guilford High School was one of eight schools on the list that included $54 million of projects. That number represents a portion of the $1.24 billion in projects over the next 10 years Guilford County Schools (GCS) has identified as critical deferred maintenance, infrastructure and technology needs.

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REZONING ...continued from p. 1 hearing closed, and in their final 3-2 vote to approve it. The approval was the last hurdle that developer David Couch, a resident of Summerfield and owner of Blue Ridge Companies, a development, construction and property management company, needed to get over before moving forward with purchasing an 80-acre tract of land along N.C. 150 and Deboe Road from landowners Paul and Virginia Milam. The 34+ acres will be combined with an adjoining 45 acres bordering N.C. 150 that had been zoned for commercial use in 2005 but never developed. Together, the 80 acres will be a walkable, village-style shopping center that Couch says will be designed to meet the needs of Summerfield residents. Of concern to many who spoke at the public hearing was the lack of a master plan that shows details including the placement of buildings, parking lots, sidewalks and landscaping within the shopping center, and the lack of details about what type of businesses would occupy the center. As he had done at the Planning and Zoning Board hearing, Couch explained he had not invest-

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ed what would likely be over $200,000 to develop a master plan because he first needed the assurance that the rezoning would be approved before he purchased the property from the Milams. After a property is rezoned, a commercial site/master plan is required to be reviewed and approved by the town’s Planning and Zoning Board. In addition to the board’s approval, the developer must also get approval from several other entities including NCDOT, Guilford County Health Department, EPA, and Department of Environmental and Natural Resources – Division of Water Quality throughout the design and construction process.

when they were notified of the rezoning request.

Of those who spoke in opposition to the rezoning, most were nearby property owners. Cindy Harvey, a resident of Henson Forest, expressed concerns about the impact on her neighborhood’s water supply, saying neighbors already had to coordinate the days they irrigated their lawns because of the lowered water pressure that resulted.

and from a third landfill would negatively affect their quality of life as well as their property values.

Gail Dunham, a resident of Henson Farms off Brookbank Road, took issue with how the rezoning had been advertised, and said the list of permitted uses in a CU-GB zoning (Conditional Use-General Business) should have been provided along with the initial letter nearby property owners received

Peggy McPartland was among the 20 Summerfield residents who served on the town’s Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee. She said a commercial development the magnitude of what was being proposed was not consistent with the approved comprehensive plan, which stated preserving the community’s rural character was a top priority.

APPEALED ...continued from p. 1

After the matter was heard by the town’s Planning and Zoning Board, it came before the council in July. The public hearing was continued to the August meeting, when the Van Derveer’s attorney, Richard Shope, presented a case for why the permit should be approved. Neighbors made impassioned pleas for why it should be denied, and council members Randy Braswell, Bill Jones and Frank Bruno visually anguished over their decision before eventually asking for more time to review the evidence that had been

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Of those who spoke favorably of the proposed rezoning, several said they welcomed the opportunity to access more services, dining, etc. without having to leave their community and drive into Greensboro. On numerous occasions Couch was described as a “man of his word,” and as someone who would develop the commercial property responsibly. For more on the public hearing, see our Oct. 18 issue.

presented. The case was continued to Sept. 17, when council voted 4-1 to deny the special use permit for the proposed landfill; Mayor Randy Jones cast the only dissenting vote. On Oct. 8 the council held a special meeting to discuss the next steps it needed to take in preparing for a court case. Mayor Jones, who is an attorney, and Bill Trevorrow, the town’s attorney, briefed the four other council members on what to expect from this point forward and after deliberation, the council agreed to allocate $10,000 for court costs and a transcriptionist who will work from audio files to document all public meetings in which the special use permit case came before the town. A hearing date has not yet been set.

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by ANNETTE JOYCE OAK RIDGE – The bikers are coming and they’re riding for a cause. It’s Gran Fondo with Friends Pink Ribbon Ride, a charity ride that raises money for breast cancer research. The ride takes place on Saturday, Oct. 12, and starts and ends at Mustang Fitness on Linville Road in Oak Ridge. An Italian phrase, Gran Fondo loosely translates to “Big Ride.” It’s a tradition that started in Italy and France, where people were first able to ride a portion of one of the professional grand tours, the Tour de France and the Giro d’Italia, after the professional racers navigated through the course. Chad Gimbert of Mustang Fitness says that this is “not a race but more of a cycling celebration.” He is expecting over 300 riders including several prominent professional bikers, many of them from Italy. This year’s event also includes special guest George Hincapie, a retired

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American professional cyclist with an impressive record of race wins. The ride kicks off at 8 a.m. with a two-mile Grand Marshall’s Ride led by breast cancer survivors and escorted by police vehicles. From the Mustang Fitness facility, bikers travel down Linville Road toward Haw River Road. The course individual riders take depend upon the number of miles they choose to ride. Following a scenic loop along back roads to Hanging Rock State Park, the ride offers participants different options for their travels. Bikers can choose rides of 12, 25, 43, 61 and 100 miles. Six fully stocked rest stops are stationed along the route and road support is provided until 4 p.m. A hot catered lunch will be provided at the finish. Although advance registration is closed, interested bikers may register the day of the event. For info, call (336) 907-8161 or visit www.granfondowithfriends.com.

Congratulations Rose AlonsoMcKenzie, 48, of Oak Ridge took first place in the 45- to 49-age division of the 21st Women’s Only 5K Walk & Run on Oct. 5. More Alonso-McKenzie than 3,500 women took part in the event held at Women’s Hospital, which raised $110,510.16 in registrations so that more area women can receive mammograms to screen for breast cancer.

Oak Ridge hosts rabies clinic Ready for his rabies shot, Shug, a pit bull, waits with owner Patrick Snowden of Greensboro at Oak Ridge Park. Shug was one of 115 animals vaccinated during the low-cost rabies clinic hosted by Oak Ridge on Saturday, Oct. 5. Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO

& Field-certified course in 23:37, and placed 16th overall. Megan Kaffee, 30, of Summerfield placed 15th overall and completed the course in 23:36. Participant registrations fees from the Women’s Only 5 K Walk & Run support The Mammography Scholarship Fund. Free or reduced charge mammograms were provided to 730 women in Guilford and Rockingham counties last year thanks to the Fund. Breast cancer is the most frequently treated cancer at Cone Health Cancer Center.

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STUDENT PROFILES Thanks to the coaches and teachers at Northern and Northwest High Schools for their student recommendations and input, which make it possible to recognize these talented, dedicated students for their accomplishments in academics, athletics and cultural arts. Thanks, too, to the student reporters at Northern and Northwest who helped us compile these profiles.

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Football

MAX KLIETSCH,

Coach Brian Thomas’ comments: “Max has been a starter for us the last three years. He has really worked hard to make himself one of the top linemen in the area.”

senior

Hometown: Summerfield Toughest class: Physics Extracurricular activities: Football, fishing and hunting Favorite food: Sushi or pizza Favorite band: Luke Bryan or Jason Aldean Favorite TV Show: The Walking Dead Siblings: One older brother Best vacation ever: Cancun, Mexico Years in the northwest area: 18 Dream job: To own my own business Fun fact: I love the outdoors. Position on the team: Offensive and defensive line Superstition: I wear the same shirt under my shoulder pads every game.

NORTHERN Band/Drumline MEGAN ANDERSON, senior Hometown: Novi, Mich. Toughest class: AP Calculus Extracurricular activities: President of Beta Club, VP of Paws up Club, Dance, and volunteering at the Lake Brandt Animal Hospital Favorite food: Panera Bread Favorite band: Rascal Flatts Favorite TV show: Gossip Girl Siblings: One younger brother, who’s also on drumline. Best vacation ever: Hawaii

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Years in the Northern area: 3 ½ Dream job: Veterinarian Nickname(s): “Megs,” “Meglet” and “Meggers” Position on the team: Drum Major Personal Quote: “Every Friday night is magic. This band means so much to me, and I’m honored to be able to lead and represent them.” Instructor Ed Kimbrough’s comments: “Megan also plays clarinet in wind ensemble and has been in all county band, all district band and all county orchestra. She is in her second year as drum major and might be the best leader I have ever taught. She is very bright, has great vision and she is a doer with outstanding people skills. She was actually responsible for choosing this year’s show music.”

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Cross Country TYLER ROBAKIEWICZ, sophomore

Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio Toughest class: AP World History Extracurricular activities: Student council, Model UN, Running Favorite food: Pasta Favorite movie: Top Gun Siblings: Two Best vacation ever: Skiing in Colorado Years in the Northern area: Seven Dream job: Dentist Interesting fact about yourself: I surf Nickname: “Robo” Role on the team: No. 2 runner Pre-meet ritual: Always listen to music and pray Coach Thanh Ngo’s comments on Tyler: “Tyler came into this season projected to be our No. 7/8 runner. He has pulled away from the pack and now stands as our No. 2 runner. Playing basketball and baseball in the winter

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and spring last year instead of running should have set him back, but he has put in the work during the dog days of summer and has positioned himself as one of our top runners. With a PR (personal record) of 17:15, Tyler will shoot for sub-16:30 by the end of the season.”

NORTHERN Band/Drumline JENNA ALLEN, junior

Hometown: Greensboro Toughest class: AP U.S. History Extracurricular activities: Drum Major, VP of Student Council, and Girl Scouts Favorite food: Panera Bread Favorite band: Ed Sheeran Siblings: One younger sister Best vacation ever: Nashville, Tenn., for the Music City Bowl Years in the NW area: 3 ½ Dream job: Politician – I want to major in political science with a focus in environmental policy. Nickname: “Cupcake” Position on the team: Drum Major Instructor Ed Kimbrough’s comments: “Jenna is in her first year as drum major. She is the first chair tuba player in wind ensemble. She is our former band manager, has superior organizational skills and is a fine musician. Jenna has a dynamic personality and intellect that will help her succeed in anything she decides to do.”

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Cross Country DALTON LYONS, senior

Hometown: Savannah, Ga. Toughest class: AP Government Extracurricular activities: Cross Country, Track, Ultimate Frisbee, Mountain Biking and Young Life Favorite food: ACP from Rio Grande Favorite band: Maroon 5 Favorite movie: 21 Jump Street Siblings: Sister, Shelby Spalding Best vacation ever: Yearly trip to Vogel State Park in Georgia Years in the northwest area: 11 Dream job: ESPN Analyst Interesting fact about yourself: When I knock on my chest it sounds like wood. Nickname: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wallace the Lyonâ&#x20AC;? Role on the team: Captain Pre-Meet Ritual: I repeat Philippians 4:13 over and over in my head. Coach Paul Eglestonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comments: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dalton worked hard this summer and is reaping the benefits in his race times this season. He is a great example to his team of how a captain should conduct himself among his peers.â&#x20AC;?

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Tennis

JOELLE FUCHS, senior

Hometown: Kernersville Toughest class: AP Chemistry Extracurricular activities: Bass guitar Favorite food: Raisinets Favorite band: Incubus Favorite movie: Eagle Eye Siblings: Yes, six Best vacation ever: New York for Thanksgiving Years in the northwest area: 8 Dream job: Neuroscientist Nickname: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shadow Masterâ&#x20AC;?

Position on the tennis team: No. 1 Pre-game ritual: Snacks before each match Coach Randy Alexanderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comments: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Joelle has been our best singles player for the last two years. She also has teamed up with her younger sister to form our top doubles team. She is a quiet leader on the team with excellent sportsmanship skills. Any coach would be happy to have this outstanding individual on their team.â&#x20AC;?

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KEENAN SCOTT, senior

Hometown: Goldsboro, before moving to Greensboro Toughest class: AP psychology Extracurricular activities: Young Life Favorite food: Spaghetti Favorite movie: Friday Night Lights Siblings: Twin brother and older sister Best vacation ever: Bahamas Years in the northwest area: 10 Dream job: NFL Interesting fact about yourself: I like Blues Clues Position on the team: Running back Pre-game ritual: I do a handshake with John Smith before every game Coach Joe Woodruffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comments: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Keenan has had a great start to his senior season. He is leading the team in rushing and has had a great off-season in the weight room.â&#x20AC;?

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Cross Country SARAH BOMKAMP, senior Hometown: San Antonio, Tx. Toughest class: AP English Extracurricular activities: Horseback riding Favorite food: Pasta

Favorite band: Taylor Swift Favorite movie: Up Siblings: Younger brother, Matthew, and older sister, Katherine Best vacation ever: Hawaii Years in the northwest area: 3 Dream job: Pediatric nurse Interesting fact about yourself: I ran over 450 miles in the summer Role on the team: Co-captain Pre-game ritual: I always eat the same things on meet days and I have to have a Cliff Bar. Coach Paul Eglestonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comments: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sarah works extremely hard as a runner. She ran a career personal best with a time of 19:45 because of her hard work this year.â&#x20AC;?

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Tennis

JASMINE FUCHS, sophomore

Hometown: Kernersville Toughest class: Honors World History Extracurricular activities: Energy Wise club, Speech and Debate Favorite food: cinnamon waffles Favorite movie: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stranger than Fiction Siblings: Yes, six Best vacation ever: New York for Thanksgiving Years in the northwest area: 8 Dream job: Voice actress Interesting fact about yourself: My sister and I are in a band Nickname: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jazzâ&#x20AC;? Role on the team: No. 2 in singles Pre-game ritual: I warm up with my sister Joelle Coach Randy Alexanderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comments: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jasmine is only a sophomore and this is her second year playing in the No. 2 singles position. She is our most focused player and our toughest individual competitor on this team. She is an outstanding young person.â&#x20AC;?

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Friday, Oct. 11, 7:30 p.m. at Ragsdale Series history | The Vikings and the Tigers have split the last four meetings, with Northwest winning last year, 35-17.

the end zone, too, averaging 26.8 points per game to Ragsdale’s 14.2 points per game.

Meaningful stats | The Vikings outpace the Tigers on the ground, gaining 282.3 yards a game to the Tigers’ 68.3 yards per game. However, Ragsdale has air superiority, notching 114.7 yards passing to Northwest’s 55.7 yards per game. “They’ve had a little more success throwing the ball recently,” said Northwest head coach Joe Woodruff.

Looking back | Both teams are coming off bye weeks. The Vikings handily defeated Grimsley in their last game, 39-7, while the Tigers turned away East Chapel Hill with a 28-7 win the last time they took the field. This is the first conference matchup for the both the Vikings and the Tigers. “Our kids understand the importance of the game,” Woodruff said, adding that he expects a “knockdown, drag-out fight in Jamestown.”

Keenan Scott continues to lead the Vikings on offense, accounting for 99.3 yards per game on the ground. The Vikings have had an easier time reaching

Looking ahead | With the rest of the season spent playing conference teams,

Woodruff said a key to defeating Ragsdale and finishing the season strong is to “continue playing good up front” on offense. “Whoever makes the most mistakes will probably lose,” Woodruff said. Our prediction | If the Vikings can take an early lead, they should be able to keep it through the fourth quarter and gain their first conference win. Woodruff said Ragsdale’s “record is very deceiving,” but Northwest has shown they can set the pace of the game. To come out on top, the Vikings need to continue doing that and keep control of the football. Anthony Harding, senior, carries the ball down the field in the game against Grimsley on Sept. 27. The Vikings won that game, 39-7, and return to the field on Oct. 11 to play their first conference game of the season after having a bye last week. Photo by Chris Barricks/NWO

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NORTHERN NIGHTHAWKS (5-1, 2-1 IN 3A) vs. Rockingham County Cougars (2-5, 2-2 in 3A)

Friday, Oct. 11, 7:30 p.m. at Rockingham Series history | Northern has been victorious in the last four matchups between the two teams, winning last year, 42-7. They have held Rockingham County to single-digit scores each year. Meaningful stats | The Nighthawks’ and Cougars’ running games are pretty even, both averaging about 185 yards per game. Northern outpaces Rockingham in the air, however, gaining 138.3 yards to Rockingham’s 107.8 yards. While the Nighthawks found the end zone regularly, scoring 37.8 points a game, the Cougars have only notched 18.2 points a game. Looking back | Last week’s NCHSAA decision costing the Nighthawks their undefeated season and the end of their 31-game winning streak dealt the team

a blow, but head coach Brian Thomas doesn’t think it will have a lingering negative effect on the team. “Our kids are focused right now,” he said. “They’re hungry, and they’re ready to play.” The team dominated last week’s game against Eastern Alamance, holding the Eagles to only six points. Looking ahead | The one key to winning the conference matchup against Rockingham will be ball control, Thomas said. The Cougars are a run-oriented team, and the Nighthawks will need to contain them and “make sure they don’t eat up the clock on us.” Rockingham quarterback Daniel Cardwell is a big piece of the Cougars’ triple-option offense, and stopping him will be a big part of the Nighthawks’ game plan. Northern needs to get a push from the offensive line. “Our big thing is getting hat on hat and

creating running lanes for our running backs,” Thomas said. Our prediction | Rockingham has struggled to score, while Northern has not. If the Nighthawks’ defense holds against the Cougars’ offense, they should be able to dominate the ball and notch another conference win. Running back CJ Freeman, sophomore (right), takes the ball down the ﬁeld for the Nighthawks in the homecoming game against Eastern Alamance on Oct. 4. The Nighthawks continued their winning streak, defeating Eastern Alamance 29-6. Photo by Chris Barricks/NWO

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OCT. 11 & 12  Children’s Consignment Sale | Summerfield UM Church, Scalesville Road in Summerfield, will have a consignment sale on Oct. 11, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Oct. 12, 9 a.m. to noon. Gently used children’s clothing, furniture, toys, etc. More info: 643-5126 or office@summerfieldumc.com. SATURDAY, OCT. 12  Recycle/E-cycle | Guilford County residents can dispose of their electronic waste – including computers, televisions, electronic games, microwaves, cell phones and any other household items with an electronic chip or a plug – tires, appliances, mattresses and box springs and personal documents (up to five boxes) for free on Oct. 12 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Staff from Guilford County and the Town of Summerfield will be ready to collect these waste items at the Laughlin Professional Development Center (formerly Laughlin Primary School), 7911 Summerfield Road, Summerfield. The event is open to all Guilford County residents. No business waste, please.

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7101 Spencer Dixon Road in Greensboro, is hosting a Harvest 5K on Oct. 12 beginning at 8:30 a.m. The family-friendly 5K run/walk will take place on a paved and grass course through the high school and middle school property. Visit www.Nighthawks5K.com for more info, call (336) 643-0637 or send an email to jkoenig2494@bellsouth.net.  Fall Festival | Bur-Mil Park’s annual Fall Festival will take place Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy hay rides, kids’ crafts and face-painting, and buy a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch and decorate it for free on-site. Visit the more than 70 vendors and exhibitors participating this year for everything from craft demonstrations to wildlife and environmental information.  Food Drive Kickball Tournament | Youth groups will have a face-off during a kickball tournament on Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Summerfield Athletic Park, 5200 U.S. Hwy. 220 N. Donate one food item to play, and help support the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry.

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Jessup Grove Rd., Greensboro, on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., for their annual fall festival. The afternoon will include cake walks, bingo, face painting, horseback riding and more!  Fish Fry Fundraiser | Good Samaritan Ministries of Stokesdale will host a Fish Fry (and chicken tenders) fundraiser on Oct. 12 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Bethel UM Church, 8424 Haw River Road, Oak Ridge. $10 for ages 12+; $5 for ages 5-12; kids under 5 eat free. Eat in or take out. Libby Hill will cook on the premises and Strings of Victory will play traditional gospel music with a bluegrass twist. All profit will go to GSM of Stokesdale. OCT. 12 - 13  Artstock Studio Tour | Artstock will celebrate its 16th Annual Artist Studio Tour throughout the greater Greensboro area on Oct. 12 and 13. Studios will be open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. The tour is free and open to the public – look for the red balloons at each location! More info: www.artstocktour.com.

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SATURDAY, OCT. 19  Heart and Stroke Walk | Join the American Heart Association at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, 4061 Clemmons Rd., on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 7:30 a.m. and walk to help fight the No. 1 and No. 4 killers in the U.S. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome. More info: www.tanglewoodheartwalk.org or call toll free 1-800-950-2482, ext. 2202.

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 The Piedmont Artists United held their fall festival at Golden Antiques and Treasures in Summerﬁeld on Oct. 5. Pictured, Erin Hayes, also known as artist J.E. Hayes of the Art of Freedom organization, uses her passion for art to bring awareness and aid to the victims of human trafﬁcking. All proceeds from the sale of Erin’s artwork are donated to further this cause. For more info, check out www.artoffreedombyjehayes.com.

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 Northern Guilford’s Patrick Walker (forefront) and fellow drumline members have fun on the sidelines as they show the crowd they can play and do some moves at the same time.

 This black bear with a guitar, a creation of chainsaw artist Randy Everette, was a favorite of attendees at The Piedmont Artists United’s fall festival on Oct. 5. See photo album of the Piedmont Artists United’s fall festival at facebook.com/northwestobserver.

 Northwest Middle School students enjoy their ﬁeld trip to the Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center. Shown here, the students weave through a spider web without touching it – while holding hands.

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 Jeff Lee puts ﬁnishing touches on his latest chainsaw art creation at the Downtown Stokesdale event, sponsored by ROADS, on Oct. 5.

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 Northern alumna Annie Gibbs, 2012 Homecoming Queen, is escorted onto the ﬁeld by principal Will Laine at halftime. Gibbs crowned the 2013 Homecoming Queen, Chloe Blackmon (see photo, front cover). See photo album of the homecoming game at facebook.com/northwestobserver.

CRIME / INCIDENT report The District 1 Sheriff’s Ofﬁce has recently responded to the following incidents in northwest Guilford County. AFFRAY

either her debit card or a personal check.

Oct. 3 | The SRO (Student Resource Officer) responded to a fist fight in the atrium area of Northern Guilford High School between two juveniles. One suspect scraped his knuckles on a brick wall, but no treatment was necessary.

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ASSAULT Oct. 2 | An employee at a pharmacy in Summerfield reported she was restocking shelves when a gentleman waiting on his prescriptions approached her and inappropriately touched her. No charges were filed. Oct. 3 | A man on Northwest School Road in northwest Greensboro reported that someone had struck him on the head. EMS responded to the scene, but the victim was not transported to the hospital. No charges were filed.

BREAKING & ENTERING Sept. 30 | A resident of Burton Farm Road reported a person broke into his home through a side window and stole a TV. Oct. 4 | For the second time in one week, a resident of Burton Farm Road reported that his home had been broken into (see Sept. 30 incident report). This time, the items stolen included a 32-inch TV, a radio and a laptop.

DOMESTIC INCIDENT Sept. 30 | A resident of River Birch Drive in Oak Ridge reported a known person burned clothing that belonged to her. The suspect was charged with a felony for burning property.

FRAUD Oct. 6 | A resident of Stoneleigh Place in northern Greensboro reported a $3,700 purchase was made at Sam’s Club with

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VANDALISM Oct. 2 | A resident of Hunters Pass Court in northwest Greensboro reported someone keyed his Chevrolet Suburban truck. Oct. 5 | A customer of a restaurant in Kings Crossing Shopping Center in Stokesdale observed an unknown person slashing the tires of a vehicle in the parking lot. The suspect was charged with a misdemeanor for destruction of property.

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LETTERS/OPINIONS Submit your editorials (maximum 350 words) e-mail: editor@nwobserver.com mail: Opinions, PO Box 268, Oak Ridge, NC 27310 Include your name, a daytime phone number where you can be reached and name of community in which you live.

Under fire Some took issue with my note at the end of Mike Tatum’s editorial last week, calling me “juvenile and unprofessional.” Maybe I deserve that, but I want to share some background.

have a standard, and most people don’t take it personally when I correct their unintentional mistakes; they also understand when I sometimes have to condense their copy to fit our available space. Tatum, however, has insisted that I leave his writing exactly as he gives it to me. I will comply, but when I see mistakes and leave them, I don’t want it to appear that I was asleep on the job – thus my note at the end of Tatum’s editorial last week.

Unfortunately, some of the communication Tatum and I have had since he filed in July to run for Stokesdale mayor has included what I believe to be unfair and unfounded speculaPatti Stokes tions regarding decisions I Until three months ago I publisher/editor have made as an editor, critihad never heard of Tatum. cisms of my job performance, my staff Now, suddenly he is firing away at me members’ job performance, and the and others who have been engaged in quality of my newspaper. community service long before he came As for making editorial corrections, let onto the scene. If I am so incompetent as editor of the community newspaper me emphasize that I don’t think people that has served Stokesdale for almost who make grammatical mistakes are 15 years, why hasn’t Tatum spoken up ignorant (I make them also). But on a daily basis we get some pretty “raw” copy before now? from all directions, and my instinct as an editor is to correct mistakes when I see them. If I didn’t, calendar events, Bits & Pieces, classifieds, editorials, and grins and gripes would be much more “raw” than what you ultimately see in print. I

In the coming weeks I hope Tatum will focus more on educating others about his own leadership strengths, community service and visions for the future versus criticizing others – especially the council members he hopes to serve with.

Stump dump deserved careful deliberation There is no doubt the recent town council meetings in Stokesdale which addressed the LCID “stump dump” applications were long and uncomfortable. There appears to have been a conflict of interest in what was the correct application of required permits and what is common sense concerning aesthetics, perceived safety and will of the people in the neighborhood affected. It is an emotional

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issue, and in my opinion it deserved all the time our council members committed to it. The issue will receive even more attention in the weeks and months ahead as a resolution is eventually reached. The democratic process and problem resolution is messy at times and the process deserves every one’s best effort – no matter if it takes hours. Our elected council members have proven they are

totally invested in our community and in good stewardship. It is not an easy task. None of us could step into the position of a town council member without a steep learning curve while getting up to speed on all of the ordinances, rules and legalities. There are processes that must be followed and sometimes it is complicated. I am appreciative our present mayor and council members have accepted the responsibility and duties involved. I believe they deserve our respect. In my opinion Mr. Tatum (candidate for Stokesdale mayor), who wrote “Common sense should apply” in the Oct. 4-10 issue, would benefit from an

apology to the mayor and the council members for his shallow interpretation of the interaction at the last council meeting, as expressed in his editorial. There was much more happening than Mr. Tatum perceived. Burning bridges is rarely wise. But to answer Mr. Tatum’s question, “Who do we want to be the next Stokesdale mayor?” – I will vote for those who have worked hard and given their time and effort thus far, not for a person who has shown a lack of understanding of small town practices and policies, and as yet not served our town in any capacity. Susan Lukens, STOKESDALE

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GRINS to... Our wonderful neighbors, Pam and Bruce, for the love and kindness they showed us and our cat in her final days. Thanks for all your advice and for helping her to be comfortable.

gress,” and who are the servants, “We the People.” Kevin (McAllister, owner) and JP Looney’s for supporting Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Kevin agreed without hesitating to help us raise awareness and collect donations. We appreciate JP Looney’s being an important part of our family and our community! Dr. Hanna and staff in Greensboro. He and his staff are great, and I was impressed on my first visit. I look forward to having him as my new dentist.

Jovan Williamson, personal trainer, for returning to Snap Fitness!

The lady in Summerfield who I see in Food Lion and Dollar General, always with a smile. I asked about her and people tell me she is always smiling and happy. Keep smiling – it helps others.

Brooke and Julie, two very pleasant young ladies who did an excellent job teaching me the self-serve registers at Lowes Foods.

Amber at Summerfield Walgreens. She is a great worker and always sweet to me when I shop there (not only her, but all who work there are great). I keep

Congress for showing the American people who is in charge, “We the Con-

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going back because of the people who work there. Beth Herrick, NWHS art teacher and yearbook adviser, for volunteering to help the Northwest Observer with our student profiles this year. We have been short-staffed and your students have been a godsend to us! Stokesdale Town Council members Braswell, Bruno, Bill Jones and Mickie Halbrook for taking the time to work for the people of their community on the LCID case!

All those who braved the heat for Stokesdale Lodge 428’s Brunswick Stew. It was a great time. Liz Tice and Doodle Bug for providing DogiPot bags in our park. Thanks for helping us all keep our park pristine.

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Angie Vineyard, owner of Hair Creations by the Vineyard (off Oak Ridge Road), for being a great beautician and for having a very relaxing, recently renovated salon.

The driver of the brown Chevy SUV that about rammed me in the rear because I was doing the 25 mph speed limit at Oak Ridge Military during school hours on Oct 2. This speed limit is for students’ safety.

BiRite in Stokesdale, for not making the customer use a card to get sale prices.

Mike Tatum, candidate for Stokesdale mayor, for referring to council members who deliberate over their

decisions as 2-year-olds. It’s not very mayoral-like – or mature – to publicly (or privately) insult the council members who you hope to serve alongside after November. Doctors who charge extra for 3D mammograms. They need to be available to all women regardless of financial status. Some women do not have an extra $50 and live paycheck to paycheck. The person griping about Stokesdale Parks and Recreation allowing “dangerous plays” (Oct. 4-10 issue). Read the rule book. Slide tackling is legal. Ms. Stokes (NWO editor) for showing her lack of professionalism in the

editorials. I will be voting for Mr. Tatum because he like me is not perfect, however Ms. Stokes believes she is as she has cast a stone at a glass house. The editorial comments by the (NWO) editor in chief, for being pathetic and juvenile, regardless if that is your discussion. It shows lack of professionalism. I will be supporting Mr Tatum, i was up in the air but now i am not. Drivers who tailgate others who try to adhere to posted speed limits. I admit to having a lead foot, but not on a winding country road. Tailgating won’t make me go faster — it’s just asking for an accident.

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‘90 TOYOTA COROLLA, ac/auto, 30 mpg. Dependable car. $2,500. (336) 681-0236.

Thanks to the generosity of the Stokesdale Masons, Gideon Grove UMC will hold its ANNUAL STEW SALE, Saturday, Oct. 12. Stew will be ready for pickup at 1pm at the Masonic Lodge on Ellisboro Rd, behind Sun Trust Bank. Cost is $6 per quart. Call Laura Harrell at 643-6042 to order, leave your name, phone number and number of quarts ordered.

GARAGE SALE, Saturday, Oct. 12, 8am12n, 2135 Beeson Rd., Oak Ridge. Holiday items, books, bedding, much more.

YAMAHA 1,100 V-STAR, low mileage, excellent condition. Sacriﬁce at $3,800. (336) 298-7534 or 862-2937. 2004 SAAB CONVERTIBLE, 106K, excellent cond., $6,800. (336) 617-5251.

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INDEX Auto / Cycles for Sale .................. 27 Employment ................................ 27 Home Care Available .................. 27 Lost & Found............................... 27 Save the Date ............................. 27 Yard Sales .................................. 27 Home Services ....................... 28-30 Misc. Services.............................. 30 Misc for Sale ............................... 30 Misc Wanted .............................. 30 Pets/Animals & Services ............... 30 Real Estate ............................. 30-31

PART-TIME BUS DRIVER and maintenance position available in Rockingham County. Must have Class B CDL with P and S endorsement and pocket card. Send resume to 4016-H Battleground Ave. #165, Greensboro, NC 27410. Creative senior gentleman needs PARTTIME HELP from someone of the same era to do computer work, (letters, labels, etc). 209-1937. Local company needs EXPERIENCED GUTTER INSTALLER. Call 643-0531. Childcare center seeks QUALIFIED LEAD TEACHER for FT position in infant/toddler classroom. Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education required. Experience a must. Email resume/cover letter to laughandlearn123@yahoo.com.

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 HOME CARE AVAILABLE EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER available. Wage & hours negotiable. (336) 707-5245.

ARTSTOCK STUDIO TOUR 2013, Sat., Oct. 12, 10am-5pm and Sunday, Oct. 13, 1-5pm. Rains Gallery Custom Frames will host 3 artists: Helen Parrish/painter, Carolyn Owen/sculpter, and Joie Chapman/ painter. 4555 Hwy. 220N, Old Summerﬁeld Shopping Center, Summerﬁeld. Join us! Drawings for art, discounts & a free Painting Ladies class.

Tell the community about your event with a Save the Date classified! Oak Ridge Firemen’s “OLD STYLE BBQ,” Saturday, Oct. 12, Linville Road fire station. All-you-can-eat and take-outs available. See display ad on page 8 for more details. Piedmont Cowboy Church presents WESS ADAMS, gospel singer, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 7pm, Still Water Farm, Summerfield. See display ad on page 19 for more info. Cruise Planners will be hosting a ‘TASTE OF TRAVEL’ Cruise Night on Oct. 15. Join us at 7:30pm at StokeRidge Tavern & Grill for special promotions, food, fun, and door prizes. Contact Eric and Tammy Overcash at eovercash@cruiseplanners.com or (336) 708-0828 for additional information. See you there!

LOST WEDDING RING, gold, solitaire diamond. Please call (336) 419-0888.

6th Annual Oak Ridge Military Academy CLASSIC CAR & TRUCK CRUISE-IN, Saturday, Oct. 26, 11am-2:30pm. For more info, call Mike Stone, 402-0144.

PRESCRIPTION GLASSES in black case found in the parking lot of Oak Ridge Commons Shopping Center. 430-6044.

POLITICAL MEET & GREET, Sat., Oct. 26, 11am-1pm, Golden Antiques, 4537 Hwy. 220, Summerﬁeld.

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MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE, Saturday, Oct 12, 7am-12n, 6005 Autumn Gate Dr., Oak Ridge. Toys, books, Legos, furniture, clothes and more. Josie’s Boutique BIG YARD SALE, Fri. & Sat., Oct. 11 & 12, 10am-5pm each day, 2204 Oak Ridge Rd., Oak Ridge. Jewelry, purses, gifts, etc. 643-6202. COMMUNITY YARD SALE, Sat., Oct. 12, Golden Antiques, 4537 Hwy. 220, Summerﬁeld, 27358. YARD SALE, Sat., Oct. 12, 8am-12n, 8473 Stafford Mill, Oak Ridge. Furniture, tools, clothing. Cash only.

Place your Yard Sale ad online at www.nwobserver.com EMPTY NESTED/MOVING YARD SALE, Saturday, October 12, 7am-3pm, 6746 Lake Brandt Road, Summerfield. Toys, Legos, sports equip., camping, radio-controlled airplane parts, art, horse equipment, housewares, clothing, jewelry & more. GARAGE / BASEMENT / YARD SALE, Saturday, Oct. 12, 8-11am, 5999 Morganshire Dr, Summerfield. Hundreds of items. YARD SALE, Sat., Oct. 12, 8am-5:30pm, 5612 Horsefarm Road., Hwy. 220N, Summerfield. Baby clothes & equipment, toys, household, women’s clothes & accessories, gas log fire insert & more! Henson Farms NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE, Sat., October 19, 8am-12n, 7086 Brookbank Rd., Summerfield, Henson Farms clubhouse. Furniture, décor, toys, housewares, tools, children’s clothing, small appliances, much more.

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HOUSE & YARD HOME MAINTENANCE “Anything to improve your home and property.” Jeff Ziglar, 456-9992 or 643-9609. ALL ABOUT THE HOUSE. General home repair. Will take the lead on, or assist you with your home projects. 644-8710 / 708-0522.

GRADING / HAULING ANTHONY’S GRADING & HAULING Excavating, land clearing, demolition, dirt available. Zane Anthony, 362-4035. BRAD’S BOBCAT SVC. Grading, hauling, gravel/dirt, debris removal. 362-3647. GAULDIN TRUCKING, grading & hauling, bobcat work, lot clearing, driveways, ﬁll dirt, gravel, etc. 362-1150.

Call 644-7035 for advertising info. LAWN CARE / LANDSCAPING ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call 382-9875. LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS 13-year anniversary special. We will beat your current written price by 15% – guaranteed! Call (336) 601-3796. AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt available. 602-5820. ASPHALT MILLINGS, perfect for farm roads and wash-out areas. Half the cost of gravel. Fill dirt also available. 602-5820. BUZZ CUTS LAWN & LANDSCAPE INC. Annual service agreements. Buzz, 509-6464. FULL-SERVICE LANDSCAPING I am an eager, reliable and honest landscaper ready to help you in any aspect, from lawncare to brickwork, leaf pickup, pressure washing, and winter prep. I have and own my own personal, modern equipment. (336) 464-5215.

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GREENERTIMES LAWN MAINTENANCE Free quotes and affordable prices. Discounts on 1-year contracts. (336) 3123844 mobile or (336) 548-9286 ofﬁce. AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING, fall aeration, leaf removal, irrigation installation & repair, and other landscaping services. J. Gibson Landscaping, (336) 419-7236. American owned & operated. DELIMA LAWNCARE. Residential & commercial, free estimates. (336) 669-5210. COLFAX LAWNCARE Complete lawn care maintenance. Mowing, trimming, plugging, seeding, fertilizing. Weed control, pine needles. Res/Comm. Fully insured. $25 gift card to Lowes Home Improvement for each referral. 362-5860. Serving the Triad for 24 years. AERATION, SEEDING, FERTILIZATION. Call (336) 543-4066. BRAD’S BOBCAT. Landscaping, driveways, patios, sidewalks, concrete work. 362-3647. A-LIST LAWN CARE. Affordable prices! Res/Com. Lic/Insured. Call us for your FREE quote at (336) 6097013 or email alistlawncare@gmail.com. STUMP GRINDING - FREE ESTIMATES Big or small, we grind them all. 382-3860.

GreenScapes Leaf Removal • Mulch / Pine Needles Landscaping • Lot / Land Clearing Mowing • Aerating / Overseeding Stump Grinding / Removal Bobcat & Dump Truck Services Parking Lot Cleanup

Call Tony - office (336) 215-4531

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LITTLE DAVE’S Landscape Management Inc. We will create a solution to ﬁx your problem or maintain your existing landscape! Call for a free lawn evaluation! Sign up with our Lawn Solution program and mention this ad and you will save 10% off your ﬁrst month’s service. Good people, competitive pricing. Insured and licensed. Call today! (336) 362-6181.

MASONRY

GAS LOGS, WOOD STOVES & INSERTS, ﬁreplaces, sold, serviced and repaired. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183.

POWER WASHING

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

WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete lawn care & landscaping. NC lic. irrigation contractor. 20 years exp. Hardscaping, fertilization & weed control. 399-7764.

advertising@nwobserver.com AQUA SYSTEMS. Quality irrigation systems. NC Licensed Contractor. We service all systems. Free est. 644-1174. STEVE NEWMAN TREE SERVICE. Free est. Locally owned and operated. Lic/ins. 30 yrs. exp. Bucket truck & chipper, total cleanup. 24-hr. emergency svc. OR, NC. 643-1119. 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 382-4767. www.oneguyandamachine.com. GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maintenance. 655-6490. D & D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION Complete landscaping services. Retaining walls & patios. Member BBB. NC licensed irrigation contractor. 312-2706.

Have a Home Service? Tell our readers about it! Call Laura for advertising info. (336) 644-7035

MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS

Furniture Kare Co.

20 years experience in repair & restoration

• Refinishing and repair • Antique restoration • In-home services Specializing in chair repairs

(336) 656-4836 furniture-kare36@triad.rr.com LOCAL PICKUP & DELIVERY • FREE ESTIMATES

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JUNK REMOVAL – appliances, batteries, mowers, cars, electronics, trash removal, etc. Call about free junk removal, 423-3006. ER APPLIANCE REPAIR. We repair most major brands. 20 years experience. We do house calls! Please call Richard, 908-4898. LOW-COST GARAGE DOORS. Repair & sales. 35 years exp. (336) 215-2800.

PAINTING & DRYWALL CARLOS PAINTING. Res/comm., licensed & insured, free estimates. (336) 669-5210. STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com.

SWIMMING POOL SERVICE & REPAIR. End-of-year specials on pool closings, liner replacements and equipment. 20 yrs. exp. Randy Harrell, 362-9721. DESIGNS BY COCOMAR Custom window treatments, home decor, embroidery, monograms, applique & personalization. Call (336) 601-5358, email designsbycocomar@gmail.com, or www. facebook.com/designsbycocomar. ON EAGLE’S WINGS residential home design/drafting. Call Patti, (336) 605-0519.

RIDDLE PAINTING

Specializing in interior painting, we take pride in our quality work and personalized service Free estimates References available

Residential Interiors Pressure Washing

(336) 402-4603

Furniture Repair & Refinishing Instead of replacing, we can repair and restore your classic furniture to a like-new condition.

CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

336/404-1471 www.fmbyjh.com

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.

REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION

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CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. 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

JLB REMODELING INC. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. Remodeling, additions and home repairs. 681-2902, www.jlbremodeling.com. RENOVATION WORKS INC. New construction, remodeling, kitchen and bath, additions, decks & patios. Call (336) 427-7391 or www.myrenovationworks.com.

Serving the Triad since 1998

PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, 32 years experience. Avg. size bedroom walls, $100. Sheetrock repair. Call Brad Rogers for your free estimate. (Local #) 314-3186.

PLUMBING RESTORATION SPECIALISTS DELIVERING AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE

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

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

JDB PLUMBING. Repair, remodel, well pump. Lic/Ins. Accepts all major credit cards. Ofﬁce 656-0019, cell 382-6905. BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLAR No job too small! Experienced, guaranteed. Lic/Ins. Call Mark for savings. 337-7924.

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BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens & baths, rotted wood, decks, siding, windows, fall rooﬁng specialist. Sr. discounts, 35 years exp. 362-6343. KEITH SMITH CONSTRUCTION 26 years experience. Specializing in room additions, garages, vinyl siding and windows, painting, ceramic tile, laminate, hardwood and linoleum ﬂoors, and remodeling of all kinds. No job too small. Free est. Call 644-1943 or cell 362-7469.

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REMODELING & CONSTRUCTION

COMPUTER REPAIRS $99.

FIREWOOD, seasoned hard wood, no pine. Pick up or delivery. 253-7615, 643-5744.

SPOIL-ME-ROTTEN ANIMAL CARE Motto: love, compassion, respect for your pets. Professional pet sitter for 18 years. Bonded/Insured. Member, Pet Sitters Intl. Provide food, exercise, play, meds/shots, much TLC. 1-3 trips/day. $15/trip (30 min). Call 643-5242. Oak Ridge/Summerﬁeld.

TRIPP SMITH CONSTRUCTION Licensed General Contractor with college degree in Construction Management with 18 years of experience. Specialize in decks, garages, additions, remodels, new construction, residential & commercial. No job too large or too small. Free est.. (336) 3994894, trippsmithconstruction@yahoo.com.

The Northwest Observer 13,000 copies every week! Direct-mailed to every mailbox with an Oak Ridge, Summerﬁeld and Stokesdale address, and available for pick-up at 70+ area businesses.

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

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

Gated access with 24/7 camera surveillance We carry moving & shipping supplies

(336) 643-9963 • 8207 B & G Court, Stokesdale

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ROOFING

SEASONED FIREWOOD, all hardwood,

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.

free delivery. Wood splitting avail. 543-3664.

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.

 MISC. SERVICES Kids back at school means now it’s time to TAKE CARE OF YOU! I can help you with your fitness goals and work with your schedule. Inside-Out Personal Fitness, (Certified Personal Trainer) Laura Watson, 408-8994. SENIORITIS? Applications, direction, HELP! Dorothy can assist you. (336) 339-4024. clementcollegeconsulting.com. PRIVATE TUTORING, certified teacher will tutor in your home, K-2. Emily, 617-5251. FREE PICKUP of appliances, batteries, junk mowers, air conditioners, grills, electrical items, metal items, etc. 689-4167.

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SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR, 24.9 cf. $200. (336) 644-0029. KIRBY G6 VACUUM with 9 attachments, a carpet shampoo system, plus set of 10 vacuum bags. Excellent condition. $300. Call 209-2465.

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

bonds & MAYA. All items priced to move! Honda EB11000 COMMERCIAL GEN-

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Golden Antiques, 4537 Hwy. 220, Summerﬁeld. Sponsored by The Vintage Vaga-

ERATOR, electric start, on wheels, used less than 6 hours total. $2,800. Call (336) 906-4191. PUMPKINS & GOURDS of all shapes, sizes and colors, seasonal produce. Knight’s Pumpkin Patch, 14809 Hwy. 158, Summerﬁeld. Open 12n-7pm Sunday-Friday; 9am-7pm Saturdays. (336) 708-0485.

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

WILL PAY CASH for riding lawn mower needing repair or free removal if unwanted. Also free pick-up of appliances, batteries, air conditioners, grills, metal items, computers, gas & electrical items. 689-4167.

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ANIMALS AVAILABLE BEAUTIFUL REDBONE COONHOUND for sale. Shots, vet papers, knows some commands, smart! 10 weeks old, loves to run, needs loving home. $150. (336) 558-2008.

Need a new best friend? Check out Red Dog Farm, www.reddogfarm.com and Guilford County Animal Shelter, www.adoptshelterpets.org.

COMMERCIAL RENTAL AVAILABLE! Located on Highway 158 in downtown Stokesdale. 4,200+ sq. ft. available for rent in excellent location. Great location for business – doctors, accountants, lawyers, realtors, ﬁnancial. Absolutely beautiful stand-alone building. Call (561) 254-4387.

HOMES FOR RENT SUMMERFIELD, 2BR, 1BA mobile home, near Hwy. 150/220. $390/mo., $390 dep. References required. (336) 337-9624. STOKESDALE APARTMENT for rent, single occupancy, utilities furnished, no smokers. $525/mo. + deposit. (336) 643-9461. OAK RIDGE, 2BR, 2BA, very private, fenced-in yard and includes professional landscaping each month. Oak Ridge School district. $750/mo., plus deposit. Call (336) 314-7010.

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LAND FOR SALE

GROOMZ 2 GO MOBILE PET GROOMING, www.groomz2go.com, (336) 362-9822.

APPROX. 10 ACRES of land for sale, 7450 Strader Road, Summerﬁeld. 1,000 ft. road frontage, which includes a 5-acre working vineyard, all vineyard equipment, waterfall, lake front. $399,000. Call Greg, 337-4542. Perfect location for boutique winery.

PET SITTING & BOARDING PET SITTING. Caring and responsible. $14 per 30-minute visit. 601-2087.

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HOMES FOR SALE KERNERSVILLE, remodeled 1,576 sq. ft. brick house for sale, 2610 Bethel Church Road. 3BR, 1.5BA. (336) 669-5120 or (336) 643-4827.

6181 Old Ironworks Road Front & rear porches & carriage-style garage. Ridgewood beauty privately nestled on acre+ homesite overlooking woods. 3,600 SF open plan is great for entertaining & has main-level master. Finely crafted details. Northern schools/swim & tennis n’hood. $429,000

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