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An honor 60 years in the making Friendship leads to recognition of war hero by CHRIS MCGAUGHEY Dick Weaver, 80, is familiar with climbing life’s mountains and facing down adversity. As a star baseball pitcher, he had climbed the mound many times to duel with batters. Weaver’s success in those one-on-one battles had garnered him plenty of honors by the time Uncle Sam came to request his service in the Korean War.

Little did the northern Greensboro Marine sergeant and the 80-member platoon had come under heavy fire resident know that he would be climbfrom hundreds of ing higher physiChinese and Korean I don’t know if it cal and mental soldiers after taking mountains as was a mortar or machine hill. As they fell a result of his gun fire that hit me ... I just aback to another service in the remember flying through position, a Marine Marine Corps. the air and landing face ran into the face of ••• down in the mud.” the attacking force Summerto rescue a fallen Dick Weaver field’s Herb comrade. While carrying his friend to safety, the Marine Appenzeller first heard about the heroic was wounded, but he continued with story of a North Carolina Marine during a radio broadcast in 1953. The report ...continued on p. 10 had a huge impact on Appenzeller. The

Councilman helped lay foundation for Oak Ridge After 15 years, Roger Howerton will end his service on the town council by ANNETTE JOYCE This December the Oak Ridge Town Council will say goodbye to the last of its founding members. After 15-plus years Roger Howerton of service – and with mixed emotions – Roger Howerton, 81, has decided it’s time to step away from his

IN THIS ISSUE News in brief................................. 3 Your Questions............................. 4 Veterans enjoy food, fellowship... 8 Student Profiles.......................... 12 Crime/Incident Report.............. 18 Community Calendar............... 20 Around Town.............................. 22 School Sports............................. 23 Letters/Opinions ....................... 24 Grins & Gripes............................ 25 Classifieds.................................. 27 Index of Advertisers.................. 31 NWO On The Go!....................... 32

The bridge over Lake Brandt Crews finish their work on the bridge that crosses over Lake Brandt in northwest Greensboro. A future addition of a concrete barrier rail will complete the new bridge, which is being constructed as part of the U.S. 220 widening project.

position as a town councilman. Howerton leaves behind a legacy that began a few years before the town was incorporated. It was in 1996 that he and a group of area residents started working on a plan to incorporate this rural community. A native of Oak Ridge, Howerton had witnessed many changes in the town he grew up in (way back when Oak Ridge Road/N.C. 150 was a dirt road and tobac-

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Second Northwest High School student dies Accident claims lives of Eric Ahmed and Timmy Johnson NW GUILFORD – Eric Ahmed, Timmy Johnson, Dillon Kozerski and Matthew Norman were close friends. They were all 17 years old and seniors at Northwest High School. The four young men were spending the day together on Monday, Oct. 28, which was a teacher’s workday. On their way back from getting some lunch, Ahmed, Johnson and Kozerski rode in the back of the pickup truck that Norman was driving. While on Bethel Church Road in Kernersville, Norman ran off the road, overcorrected, crossed the road on the other side and hit two trees. Upon impact, Ahmed, Johnson and Kozerski were thrown from the back of the truck. Ahmed died at the scene and John-

son was airlifted to Baptist Hospital, where he remained in critical condition until passing away on Sunday, Nov. 3. A prayer vigil will be held on Northwest High School’s practice football field on Friday, Nov. 8, at 6:45 p.m.

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Local election results NW GUILFORD – A total of seven new council members will take their seat on town councils in Oak Ridge, Summerfield and Stokesdale next month after receiving support from voters on Nov. 5. Oak Ridge has 4,878 registered voters, of which 403 cast their ballots on Election Day. Three candidates vied for two open seats on the council, one of which is being vacated by Roger Howerton. Howerton is retiring from the council after 15 years (see story on this issue’s front cover). The race in Oak Ridge was a close one. Jim Kinneman received the most votes (255), and Mike Stone followed just behind with 250 votes. Incumbent Kinneman Stone

Danny Yanusz received 239 votes, which fell just a few votes less than needed to keep his seat for a second term. Kinneman and Stone will begin their four-year term on the Oak Ridge Town Council after being sworn into office at the Dec. 5 meeting.

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New bathrooms are being added to Oak Ridge Military Academy’s Holt Hall.

The Department of Transportation had Lewiston Road (part of which is in Summerfield and part in Greensboro) widened and resurfaced this year. After the

Along with new bathrooms, the entire building is getting a facelift with the addition of new doors, upgraded lighting and a fresh coat of paint. Currently, the dorm is only partially occupied and has a capacity of 60. When renovations are complete, that number will grow to about 66. Construction is scheduled to be completed by this January. Nobles, formerly the volunteer chaplain for the academy, took on the role of president/headmaster in May 2013. Since that time, the school’s enrollment has continued to grow. “We’re right at 100 cadets and expect to be around 125 or so at the end of the school year,” he says. Nobles also mentions that money for the renovation was made available to the school by “some very generous donors.”

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areas seemingly right over the former lines. Was this a subcontractor’s error, or an example of NCDOT incompetence? Was taxpayer money used for the second striping, and if so, why? DOT’s Darrell Ferguson responded to your question as follows, “The Department awarded a contract to widen two feet on each side and resurface Lewiston Road along with two other roads in Guilford County. As a part of this project and anytime we widen a road two feet, the white edge line should be placed two feet from the edge of pavement. “In this case the edge line was placed less than two feet from the edge of pavement. We considered leaving the line in place but observed that vehicles were already running off the pavement in some curves, even with the additional pavement width. We made the decision to correct the error because of safety concerns and a continuing maintenance issue where the vehicles were running off the road.” As for who absorbed the cost of the second round of striping, we’re still waiting for the answer. What is going on at the intersection of N.C. 150 and Pepper Road, just behind the “Welcome to Oak Ridge” sign? There

are these mismatched brick columns that popped up over the weekend, like some sort of perimeter fence is going to be installed. Did this project go through the Town of Oak Ridge’s zoning and approval processes? According to Oak Ridge Town Manager Bruce Oakley, a permit for a new home and a detached garage was issued for this lot. Oakley said he assumes the brick columns are part of a fence for the property. “There are requirements for fences but they do not require permits, so it would not have gone through any zoning approval process,” Oakley said. What is the plan for turn lanes, stoplight, etc., at the intersection of Leabourne Road and N.C. 68 with the new campus of GTTC? DOT’s Darrell Ferguson, district engineer, says the intersection of N.C. 68 and Leabourne Road where the new GTCC campus is under construction will be improved prior to students attending class at that location. A turn lane for northbound N.C. 68 traffic will be installed along with a traffic signal. During the construction of the U.S. 220/N.C. 68 connector, further improvements will be made to the intersection.

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“We were a farming community, but we were seeing a lot of elderly people aging out. Meanwhile, their children were growing up and leaving home. They weren’t interested in operating the family farms,” he recalls.

The group’s hard work paid off, and in 1998 Oak Ridge received its town charter. Howerton was selected by the group to serve on the interim town council, was elected the following year by the voters of Oak Ridge, and has retained his seat ever since.

The location and rural character of the community attracted both developers and newcomers who wanted to make Oak Ridge their home. Howerton, along with other long-time residents, felt the need to plan together in order to ensure Oak Ridge developed in a way that was progressive but still retained the community’s unique character. Stokesdale and Summerfield had already incorporated and both Greensboro and Kernersville posed threats of future annexation. Agreeing it was time for Oak Ridge to incorporate in order to maintain both its independence and its uniqueness, a small group of dedicated and determined residents headed to Raleigh to persuade the state legislature

Before serving on the town council, Howerton had retired from Lorillard Tobacco Company and volunteered extensively in the community. Over the years, he put in numerous hours at Oak Ridge Elementary and Northwest High schools. Years ago, when individual schools had their own school boards, Howerton served as chairman of the Oak Ridge Elementary school board. When those boards later evolved into advisory councils, Howerton served on the advisory council at Northwest High school. Howerton has also been a longtime volunteer at his church, Central Baptist

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in Oak Ridge. He served as treasurer for 25 years and currently serves as chairman of the finance committee. He teaches Sunday school, sings in the choir, is involved with the Servant Bible Institute and still finds time to participate in various other church activities. While he has seen many positive changes in Oak Ridge over the last 15 years since incorporation, the highlight for Howerton is the way in which the town has developed. “The development of Oak Ridge has been done in a fashion that makes the town council, all volunteers and the patrons of Oak Ridge proud,” he says. “Our success can be seen in the number of people wanting to locate and live here.” The town park is another accomplishment that Howerton highlights. “It’s been a great addition to Oak Ridge and fills the needs for people of all ages, from the oldest adult who

comes to the walking track to the youngest child who plays on the playground and ball fields,” he says. When asked if he has any advice for the person filling his seat on the town council, Howerton says, “Be yourself. Don’t try to be somebody you’re not. That’s one of the things I’ve tried to do from Day 1. Just be myself. I wasn’t interested in being what somebody else wanted me to be. Secondly, look at everything with an open mind as to what is best for Oak Ridge.” As for the free time he’ll have when not serving on the town council any longer, Howerton is not sure of the details. “I know I’ll stay busy because I’m not, and never have been, a rocking chair participant,” he says with a twinkle in his eyes. Howerton and his wife Donree have been married for 59 years. The couple has two children, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

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Dan Greene of Summerfield vividly remembers the uncertainty he faced more than 50 years ago when he and his comrades were on high alert while surviving in the remote woods along the border of Florida during the Cuban Missile Crisis.

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“Joshua was a great general,” explains Pete Comer, “assist commander” of the group and a WWll veteran. Originally for airmen who served during WWll, the group of men and women is now open to all war veterans from all branches of service. Pat Ransone of Madison prepares the monthly breakfasts at the community center. Up by 5:30 a.m. on meeting days and assisted by Tayler Motsinger,

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Dan Greene of Summerfield, Bill Freeman of Mayodan, Pete Comer of Madison, Pat Ransone of Madison and Bob Porter of Mayodan.

a teenager also of Madison, Ransone is busy preparing eggs, sausage, bacon, biscuits with gravy and fruit salad, and of course, coffee, by 7 a.m. “They all get here early and they want their coffee,” laughs Ransone, whose father Howard Gurley was a WWll pilot. Veterans begin arriving as early as 7:15 a.m., and at 8:30 sharp a whistle is blown, which signals it’s time to get breakfast at the buffet line – but not before a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. “When a veteran says the Pledge of Allegiance, it takes on a whole new meaning,” notes Ransone. Ransone began cooking for Joshua’s Troops in 2006. But even before that, veterans’ meetings were a big part of her life while her father was still living. “Every month, I picked up my dad in Greensboro and drove him to Eden where the meetings were held,” she remembers. “About 10 men got together

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in the back room of a restaurant.” When the group had to stop meeting there, Ransone offered to cook and serve breakfast if the meetings could be moved to the community center near her house. Since then, what was about 10 men has grown to a regular group of about 40 members. When asked why she continues to cook, serve and clean up every month, Ransone responds, “I’ve gotten to really know and love this group. It’s also such an honor to give back to those who served. This is living history. You can’t bring that back.” Dan Greene doesn’t mind at all the short drive from Summerfield to Mayodan and is looking forward to the next big breakfast. “It’s good just to be here with the other veterans,” he says. “We may not talk a lot about the wars, but we’ve all been through them.” To find out more about the Combat Airmen/Joshua’s Troops meetings, contact Pat Ransone at (336) 253-2376.

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WARRIORS ...continued from p. 1 the rescue, dragging his friend out of the hail of gunfire and mortar shells before they were picked up by a helicopter and flown to safety. The act of valor earned the Marine a Silver Star, the third highest combat award. At the time, the future Hall of Famer Appenzeller was coaching football at Chowan University and had several veterans on his team. The inspirational story about Weaver was just what he needed to encourage his team to never give up on themselves or their teammates, and Appenzeller used the story as a motivational tool for more than 30 years. “I told that story about once a year,” he said. “It certainly made an impact.” Appenzeller went on to a successful career himself, serving as first a coach and then 31 years as athletic director at Guilford College, earning accolades and spots in several Halls of Fame across the nation. But he never forgot the story of the Marine and his heroic feats on the battlefield. ••• Despite his humble beginnings growing up in a mill village, Weaver had several brushes with fame himself. His father was a pitcher with the Brooklyn

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Dick Weaver, left, was destined for baseball greatness before Uncle Sam came calling. At right, Weaver, now 80, stands beside a row of medals he earned in the Korean War.

Carson and Reno. They rose out of the surrounding rice paddies, serving as the valuable high ground for both sides of the war. The sounds of rattling machine guns and explosions from artillery fire were commonplace. Weaver said at one point between 1,000 and 2,000 rounds of artillery landed on those hills in a day. “We’d take a mountain, and they’d take it back,” Weaver said. Little did he know that he would make the biggest gamble of his life on the hill known as Vegas. Weaver’s 80-member squad had taken the hill around 5 a.m. on March 28, 1953, suffering huge losses. They soon faced an approaching force of 800 Chinese and Korean soldiers and the barrage of bullets and artillery shells that came with them. “We lost about half of our men taking that hill,” Weaver said. “Within an hour, the Chinese came back and drove us off.” As the squad retraced its path down the mountain and back through rice paddies, word came that one of the battle-weary soldiers was wounded and in the path of the oncoming enemy. Without hesitation, Weaver handed his rifle off and ran to his comrade’s aid. “I said, ‘I’m off,’ and took off toward him” Weaver recounted. “Of course, the

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Chinese turned their focus to me.” “I’d never heard so much firing as that.” Weaver made it through the barrage of gunfire and mortar shells to reach his fallen buddy from Cicero, Ill. Hoisting his 200-pound friend over his shoulder, he began the return trek to his unit. But Weaver didn’t make it far before he was hit. “I don’t know if it was a mortar or machine gun fire that hit me,” Weaver said. “I just remember flying through the air and landing face down in the mud.” Once his head cleared, Weaver realized his life had changed forever. His right arm – his pitching arm – wasn’t where it was supposed to be. It was hanging limp on his back. “‘Well, there goes my baseball career,’ was the first thing I thought,” Weaver said. “Then I took off my belt and used it as a tourniquet around my arm.” Weaver struggled back to his feet and continued the mission at hand. With one arm, he dragged his friend to safety near the base of the hill. “There’s something about us mill village people,” he said. “We’re a little hard-headed.” The rest of the squad rushed to his aid and brought them to safety, where Weaver and his buddy were loaded onto

a helicopter and whisked off the battlefield. “It was like one of those helicopters they showed in ‘M*A*S*H,’” he said.

It was another mountain for him to climb, another pitcher’s duel, only this time he was dueling with himself.

Weaver survived. His buddy didn’t.

Weaver returned to Lees McRae Junior College, where he was student body president, Phi Beta Kappa, Best All-Around Student, Most Valuable Player in baseball – and the recipient of a prestigious Morehead Scholarship to the University of North Carolina, where he graduated from in 1959.

“Everything after that was just hospital,” Weaver said, adding that it took 11 months of undergoing surgeries and healing to repair his shattered arm. For his heroism, Weaver was awarded a Purple Heart and the esteemed Silver Star. The Silver Star citation describing his actions reads: “While moving toward a check point far forward of the main line of resistance, Sgt. Weaver’s unit was subjected to devastating enemy artillery fire which caused all the personnel to take immediate cover. Receiving word that one of the men had been wounded and was lying unprotected and helpless, Sgt. Weaver quickly rushed to the stricken man and carried him to a covered position. While performing this heroic act, Sgt. Weaver was painfully wounded and subsequently evacuated. By his outstanding leadership, indomitable courage and selfless efforts in behalf of another, Weaver served to inspire all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.” The honor came at a steep price for Weaver. He would never pitch a baseball again. The right-hander had to relearn how to write his name with his left hand. “I was like a 2-year-old,” he said. “It was a case of having to start over and redirect yourself.”

Weaver had every intention of using his teaching degree and coaching baseball, but life took him down a different road. He had a family to support, and that became the focus of his life. After serving in personnel positions at Cone Mills, General Dynamics and Duke University, Weaver founded and served as president of Dick Weaver Associates from 1975 to 1995, and his company was rated by the College and University Personnel Association as one of the top three in the nation. ••• Both Appenzeller and Weaver had retired by the time they met. Their common friendship with former Northern Guilford High School football coach Johnny Roscoe brought them together. Roscoe played football during Appenzeller’s tenure as athletic director at Guilford College, and Weaver was a neighbor of the Roscoes. Weaver and Appenzeller eventually struck up their own friendship while watching the

Nighthawks play on Friday nights. As the team prepared to play for their third state 3A championship in 2012, Roscoe asked Appenzeller to meet with the team and provide some motivation for them. He’d asked Weaver to accompany him. Appenzeller decided to tell the story of the Marine he’d heard about over the radio in 1953. Appenzeller knew Weaver had earned wartime accolades saving a fellow Marine. As they headed to talk to the team, he told Weaver the story he was going to tell the players. When he was done, he noted the two stories were very similar. “He (Weaver) laughed and said, ‘That was me,’” Appenzeller said. Appenzeller finally had a face and a name to put with his motivational story. Like he had countless times over the years, he shared with the players the heroic tale of a North Carolina Marine. Only this time it was a little different. “I told them the story, and then turned to Dick and said, ‘This is that man’ ... It was quite a moment.” The following evening the two friends, one a war hero and the other a Hall of Famer, watched as the Northern players marched to win the school’s third state title and complete an undefeated season. What Weaver didn’t know was that Appenzeller was working behind the scenes to see that his friend earned the recognition he deserved.

“He’s just a wonderful person, so modest, so humble,”Appenzeller said, adding that Weaver never talked about his service. Over the years, Appenzeller and Weaver shared another friendship. They both have a close acquaintance in Congressman Howard Coble. Weaver played baseball against him in high school, and Appenzeller knew him from his years at Guilford College. Coble never knew about Weaver’s heroics, however. When Appenzeller shared the story with him, Coble arranged to have it read into the Congressional Record and presented Weaver with a framed copy of it at a workshop sponsored by the National Guard and National Football League. Appenzeller, who was speaking at the event, asked Weaver to drive him there. When Weaver noticed Coble sitting on the dais, he said, “I just figured it was a (public relations) event for him.” Appenzeller recounted the story of Weaver, pointing him out in the crowd at the end. Coble then presented him with the certificate that was introduced into the Congressional Record. It was an honor 60 years in the making. “I was shocked,” Weaver said. “I had no idea anything like that was going to happen. After all these years, I didn’t think I deserved it.” “I guess the world turns in inevitable ways.”

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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.

NORTHWEST

Band

ABBY WARNER, senior

Hometown: Colfax Toughest class: AP Calculus Extracurricular activities: Marching band Favorite food: Chicken Favorite band: Anything country Favorite movie: Masters of Disguise Any siblings? Three sisters Best vacation ever: Ocean Isle Beach Years in the northwest area: 16 Dream job: Nurse Interesting/fun fact about yourself: I have a twin. Nickname: “Abs” Role in the band: Trumpet section leader Pre-performance ritual: Lock pinkies with girl trumpet players and say good luck Band director Brian McMath’s comments: “Abby is a wonderful young lady. She is very well respected by her peers and is a strong leader. She’s been a joy to teach and work with.”

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DANIEL MORRISON, junior Hometown: Greensboro Toughest class: Dr. Thomas’s AP Environmental Science Extracurricular activities: Performing

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with various community theatre groups Favorite food: Pizza Favorite band: Pentatonix Favorite movie: The Princess Bride Any siblings: An older brother, Nathan, and an older sister, Erin Best vacation ever: Last year’s drama trip to New York City Years in the northwest area: 16 Dream job: To perform on Broadway Interesting/fun fact: I’m a Gryffindor! Nickname: “Danny Boy” Most recent roles: Currently the Tin Man in NWHS’s Oz. Featured tap dancer in Community Theatre of Greensboro’s Wizard of Oz. Superstitions: Never ever say “Macbeth” in a theatre. Always tell an actor to “break a leg” instead of wishing them “good luck!” Drama teacher Abbey Cockman’s comments: “Daniel is one of the most intelligent performers I have had the pleasure to work with. The purpose behind his characters’ actions are complex and evident to the audience without being forced or contrived.”

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ELIZABETH HENNIGAN, senior Hometown: Greensboro Toughest class: AP Calculus Extracurricular activities: Voice lessons, dance, musical theatre, youth group Favorite food: Strawberries Favorite band: Taylor Swift Favorite movie: The Notebook

Any siblings? Older sister and two older brothers Best vacation ever: New York City Years in the northwest area: 7 Dream job: Event planner while performing on the side Interesting/fun fact about yourself: I worked as a professional actor this summer in Legally Blonde the Musical. Nickname: “Liz” Most recent role: Beth in Oz (Northwest Drama Department) Pre-performance ritual: Before a show I always warm up vocally and say a prayer. Drama teacher Abbey Cockman’s comments: “Elizabeth has a passion for theatre that reads in every rehearsal. She performs at every rehearsal as if the audience is already there. Her performance as Beth is hilarious and heartbreaking. I sincerely hope she reaps the praise she has earned.”

NORTHERN

Cross Country EMILY MERCER, junior

Hometown: DeWitt, Mich. Toughest class: AP Chemistry Extracurricular activities: Beta Club, Student Council, Spanish Club, Newspaper Club, and Cross Country/Track. Favorite food: Anything chocolate Favorite band: Coldplay Favorite movie: Beauty and the Beast Any siblings? Four younger: one sister and three brothers Dream vacation: Europe Years in the Northern area: 2 Dream job: Don’t have one Interesting/fun fact: I did gymnastics and cheerleading most of my childhood before I started running. Nickname: A lot of my friends call me “Em” and some call me “Emilemily,” or just “Mercer” Role on the team: Varsity runner

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Pre-meet ritual: I always get pumped up with my best friend, Kaitlin, by listening to our music and warming up together. Coach Thanh Ngo’s comments: “A converted cheerleader, Emily has far exceeded my expectations. It shows what can happen when someone with a lot of drive and focus puts in as much hard work and time as Emily has. She has the potential to go sub-20 this season and potentially sub-19 next season. With her perseverance and goals set high, she will continue to be on the rise.”

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Cross Country JONATHON KNIGHT, senior Hometown: Summerfield Favorite class: AP Biology Extracurricular activities: National Honors Society, Beta Club, ELDA, Eco Club, and Youth Group Favorite food: Mashed potatoes Favorite band: Mumford and Sons Favorite movie: Braveheart Any siblings? Yes Favorite vacation: Germany Years in the Northern area: 11 years Dream job: Environmental scientist Interesting/fun fact: I don’t eat cheese. Role on the team: Captain Pre-meet rituals: Pasta dinner the night before the meet Coach Thanh Ngo’s comments: “With his first healthy full year last year, Jon is expected to continue his success. He understands that XC is a stepping stone to track season (his forte), but with fast times in XC, comes fast times on the track. His strong mental strength and willpower combined with his hard work ethic and freakishly strong kick will create great performances to come. Watch out track season!”

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Order fresh fruit, support the band The Northwest Viking Band is now taking orders for half boxes and full boxes of fresh oranges and grapefruit. The fruit will be delivered on Dec. 7. Order from a Northwest Viking Band member or email Band Director Brian McMath at mcmathb@ gcsnc.com.

Fall Festival, Saturday, Nov. 9 Borden Dentistry, located at the corner of Lake Brandt Road and N.C. 150 in Summerfield, is partnering with several other area businesses to host an annual fall festival on Saturday, Nov. 9. Raffle prizes, music, crafts, food

and more will be offered. See festival details on ad, page 2. All proceeds from this festival will be added to the already $13,198.00 collected by Northern Guilford student Jonathan Taylor to benefit The CHARGE Syndrome Foundation.

Student art on display through Dec. 20 David Smith, a student at Oak Ridge Military Academy, proudly displays his colored pencil piece, ‘Shark Love,’ at the 1st Annual ORMA Fall Art Exhibit. The Oct. 26 show featured students’ artwork with an eclectic mix of styles, including pastels, charcoal, and mixed media sculptures. The exhibit will be on display until Dec. 20, and anyone interested in seeing it can do so by visiting the Alumni Office for directions to the new art room.

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A wager,

a win and

a haircut

by SAM â&#x20AC;&#x153;CHIPâ&#x20AC;? COOK, guest writer

In my senior year at ORMA, I was the cadet battalion commander, which is the ranking cadet over the Corps of Cadets. As the Corps commander, I wanted to provide motivation for the cadets I led, and an opportunity presented itself to do just that. During the prior school year, the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soccer team had done rather poorly. To motivate the team, I decided to make a wager with them. If the team won at least seven games (I think it was seven), I would completely shave my head of hair. This may not seem like a big deal in a military academy, but believe it or not, most guys did not get their head cut that close (it was not fashionable at the time). So, it was sort of a big deal, and for many weeks the soccer players kept reminding me of the wager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Colonel Cook, sir, you will soon lose your hair,â&#x20AC;? was what I kept hearing. About a month or so later, on a late afternoon, I heard a knock on my dorm room at the newly built Cone Hall. I heard â&#x20AC;&#x153;permission to enterâ&#x20AC;? on the other side of the door from about 20 voices. Then the door opened and it was the soccer team â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with electric shears! They won their seventh game, and they wanted to cut my hair! My wager had worked, and I was elated the team had won those games.

But I was also nearly shaking at the probable possibility that these guys were going to cut my head off while trying to shave my hair. I thought quickly and calmly before making this statement: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Excellent work ORMA soccer! Now, I know you want to cut my hair right now, but I have worked it out with Vern (Harden, the cadetsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; barber) to cut my hair in front of the whole battalion. Will do it in the morning, and everyone can see this happen.â&#x20AC;? Well, they took my words as genuine, and headed off to tell the rest of the school. Little did they know, Vern had no idea he was coming to do this in the morning! As soon as the players left my room, I scrambled for a phone book in the JROTC department office. Being the battalion commander, I had privileges over other cadets, which included access to an office phone. I hurriedly called Vern at his home in Liberty and explained, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vern, this is Chip Cook, and I am in someÂ trouble. Can you come to campus a little earlier than usual? I need you to cut my hair at the blacktop.â&#x20AC;? In typical Vern fashion, he spoke little, but agreed to be there.

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(Above) Sam â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chipâ&#x20AC;? Cook with a full head of hair. (Right) Cook makes good on his wager with the soccer team and agrees to let Vern Harden, the cadetsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; barber, shave his head. (Left) the academyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soccer coach kisses Cookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cleanly shaven head. In the background, some very happy soccer players!

The next day at morning formation, in front of the whole student body, the soccer players gathered around the flag pole and a single chair with a long extension cord was placed nearby. I was the occupant of that chair. As you can see from the pictures I have attached, it was a meaningful event for the soccer team, recognizing what they had accomplished. The soccer coach was also very happy (she even kissed my bald head). With Vern, he smiled the whole time. Everyone felt like they were part of something bigger than themselves, but that feeling existed only by the fact they were all involved and working together. That was what I set out to do!

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HONORING OUR veteranS Sunday, Nov. 10 • 2 pm Veterans Memorial Summerfield Community Park | 5404 Centerfield Road

Please join VFW Post 7999 for a ceremony honoring veterans. Mayor Mark Brown will be our guest speaker. Post 7999 Commander Roy Lee will lay a wreath honoring veterans. Light refreshments will follow.

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Oct. 28 | A resident of Beeson Road in Oak Ridge reported two known persons broke into her home and stole $60 worth of property.

Oct. 31 | A resident of N.C. 150 E. in Greensboro reported a runaway. The child was later located in Rockingham County and returned to the home.

Nov. 1 | A resident of Rambling Road in northwest Greensboro reported someone had broken in through a back door and stole her jewelry and medications.

THEFT Oct. 28 | A contractor reported someone stole materials from a house under construction on Braelands Drive in Summerfield. Oct. 29 | A resident of Clairese Drive in Colfax reported items were stolen from her purse while she was visiting a relative. Oct. 31 | A resident of Winchester Trail Loop in Summerfield reported someone stole items from his garage. Nov. 2 | A resident of NC Hwy. 68 N. reported her wallet was taken from her purse while she was shopping.

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Oct. 28 | A resident of Fox Meadow Court in Oak Ridge reported an unknown suspect opened a line of credit in his name and charged several thousand dollars. Nov. 1 | A resident of Crichton Road in Oak Ridge reported credit card fraud when he discovered unauthorized charges to his card made via internet purchases.

HARRASSMENT Oct. 29 | A resident of Poplar Forest Drive in Summerfield reported receiving harassing phone calls from an unknown person.

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FIRE Oct. 31 | A resident of U.S. Hwy. 158 in Stokesdale reported a fire in her home.

DOMESTIC Oct. 31 | A resident of Summerfield Road in Summerfield reported being assaulted by a known person in her home. Nov. 2 | A resident of Springdale Meadow Drive in Stokesdale reported a domestic dispute between herself and her adult daughter. Nov. 2 | A resident of Oak Ridge Road in Oak Ridge reported being slapped during a domestic dispute. Nov. 3 | A resident of Beeson Road in Oak Ridge reported a domestic dispute between herself and her daughter. Nov. 3 | A resident of Saddlebrook Road in Oak Ridge reported her ex-boyfriend pushed a door into her.

ASSAULT Nov. 1 | An employee of Double K Bar on Belews Creek Road in Stokesdale reported that one patron hit another patron with a pool stick.

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940 votes for mayor and Dwayne Crawford received 464 votes. Nine voters wrote in a candidate for mayor. Sessoms will begin his two-year term as mayor after being sworn in at the Dec. 10 council meeting. Newcomer Mike Adams was the highest vote-getter for one of two open council seats in Summerfield. Adams garnered 779 votes; Incumbent Dianne Laughlin received 664 votes, which was enough to keep her seat for a second term. Adams and Laughlin will begin their four-year terms on the Summerfield Town Council after being sworn in at the Dec. 10 council meeting. With 567 votes, Jane Wilson came in third place and lost her second bid for a council seat. John O’Day received 527 votes and Rich Lipinski received 205 votes. Eight Summerfield voters wrote in a candidate for town council. Stokesdale has 3,664 registered voters and 442 of them cast their ballots on Election Day. The Braswell Whitetown will Lawrence

have a new mayor as of Dec. 17, when Councilman Randy Braswell will exchange his council seat for the mayor’s seat. Braswell garnered 296 votes and his opponent, Mike Tatum, garnered 131. Eleven Stokesdale voters wrote in a candidate for mayor. Of the three candidates running for one open seat on the Stokesdale Town Council, Vicki-White Lawrence came in first with 254 votes; WhiteLawrence will take over the seat vacated by longtime council member Mickie Halbrook, who did not run for re-election. Gary Albert came in second, with 133 votes, and Eric Lowe received 45 votes. White-Lawrence will begin her four-year term on the town council after being sworn in at the Dec. 17 meeting. Because Braswell was in the middle of his four-year term as a council member, his election as mayor will create an open seat on the council. After he is sworn in as mayor at the Dec. 17 meeting, his council seat will officially be open and the newly formed town council will appoint someone to serve the remaining two years of his fouryear term.

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NW GUILFORD – Residents have several opportunities to honor our veterans on or near this Veterans Day, Nov. 11. The Oak Ridge Military Academy, 2317 Oak Ridge Road, invites the public to join the 162nd Corps of Cadets on Nov. 8 from 7:45 to 9 a.m. for a Veterans’ Day ceremony. On Sunday, Nov. 10, from 2 to 3 p.m., VFW Post 7999 invites the community to join them for a ceremony at the VFW 7999 veterans’ memorial, 5404 Centerfield Road in Summerfield (at the Summerfield Community Park). Mayor Mark Brown will speak and Post Commander Roy Lee will lay a wreath honoring vet-

erans. Light refreshments will follow the ceremony. And on Monday, Nov. 11 (Veterans Day), the Stokesdale Veterans Monument Committee will hold a Veterans Day service at the Veterans Monument at Vulcans Material Company, 6826 U.S. Hwy. 158 E., from 2 to 3 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the sanctuary of Stokesdale United Methodist Church, 8305 Loyola Drive (just off U.S. 158 in downtown Stokesdale).

Town Council Meeting OAK RIDGE – The Town of Oak Ridge will hold its next council meeting on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. at Town Hall on Linville Road. Agenda items include a presentation of the annual auditor’s report, town manager’s report, and monthly

financial and community updates. Additionally, a green space/trail permit fee and annual Oak Ridge Youth Association park usage agreement will be discussed.

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It was a beautiful autumn day for the 6th annual Persimmon Festival, held at the historic Stafford farm in Colfax. Among the artists and craftsman demonstrating their skills were Randy Everett of Colfax, a chainsaw sculpture artist, and David Cole (above) of David Cole Pottery in Oak Ridge.

Victoria Martin had beautiful crocheted blankets, table toppers and scarves for sale at the ROADS’ downtown market.

Right: Ruby Stafford Cole, 86, was this year’s Persimmon Festival Queen. When asked what her official responsibilities were as festival queen, Ruby said, “I just get to wear this crown, sit and talk to people, and let them get their picture made with me.” When not presiding over the persimmon festival, Ruby says she loves to be working outside, and especially enjoys digging. See photo album from this event at facebook.com/northwestobserver.

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Northern Guilford’s Megan Anderson, drum major, was among the seniors on the marching band, football team, and cheerleading squad who were honored at halftime of the Nov. 1 football game against McMichael.

Northern Guilford fans had a lot to get excited about as they watched their team score another big win on Nov. 1 – Northern beat McMichael 40-7. See our photo album from this event at facebook.com/ northwestobserver.

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ing this incident or know the identity of the persons responsible, call Crime Stoppers at 373-1000 or text the keyword “BADBOYZ” and your tip to 274637. All calls to Crime Stoppers are completely anonymous and Greensboro/Guilford Crime Stoppers will pay a cash reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to the arrest or indictment of individual(s) responsible.

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(3-1 IN 4A PIEDMONT TRIAD CONFERENCE) vs. East Forsyth Eagles, 9-1 (3-1 in 4A Piedmont Triad Conference) Friday, Nov. 8, 7:30 at HOME The Northwest Vikings had a big win on Nov. 1, defeating Southwest Guilford 50-14, and they hope to take that winning momentum to their last home conference game of the season on Nov. 8. The team that is now ranked by MaxPreps as 13th in the state will be preparing to go head-to-head with one of their toughest rivals so far, East Forsyth, which is ranked 12th in the

state. The two schools share the same 9-1 record, are both 3-1 in the conference, and are equally determined to end the regular season with a win. “A lot of people are saying the game this week is the biggest game in the state for high school football,” says the Vikings’ head football coach, Joe Woodruff. “I expect the game to come down to the fourth quarter. We can’t be overly confident playing against a team of East Forsyth’s caliber.”

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NORTHERN NIGHTHAWKS, 8-2 (6-1 IN 3-A MID STATE CONFERENCE) vs. Morehead Panthers, 4-6 (2-5 in 3-A Mid State Conference) Friday, Nov. 8, 7:30 AWAY As Northern heads into its last game of the season against Morehead High School, it is riding off of another big win, this one last week against McMichael, 40-7.

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LETTERS/OPINIONS It’s been a week of highs and lows, accident on Oct. 28. Our thoughts and lots in between. On Saturday I have been with the family and friends of headed to Stokesdale, where I met 17-year-old Eric Ahmed, who died at the several talented people who were set up scene of the accident, and 17-year-old to sell their crafts, artwork and miscelTimmy Johnson, who died on Nov. 3. laneous at the downtown market. The And our hearts also go out to their two market is sponsored each close high school friends, who month (except during the were in the vehicle with them, and winter) by ROADS, and it’s with the Northwest High School a great way to meet people staff and students who knew and in the community as well as are mourning for them. purchase things like fresh And finally, though this was produce, jams and crocheted an off-election year, no election Patti Stokes blankets from local folks. publisher/editor is an off one for me. I get excited After that I headed over every Election Day because of the to the 6th annual Persimmon Festival in privilege we have to select our represenColfax, where over 1,000 other visitors be- tatives at all levels of government. On sides myself were treated to music, crafts, the local front, the citizens have spopottery, history lovers dressed up in Civil ken, and our congratulations to Randy War-era costumes, classic cars, delicious Braswell and Vicki White-Lawrence in food including, of course, persimmon Stokesdale, Tim Sessoms, Mike Adams pudding (a sellout every year), homemade and Dianne Laughlin in Summerfield, apple cider – and meeting this year’s and Jim Kinneman and Mike Stone in Persimmon Festival Queen, Ruby Stafford Oak Ridge. Your heads and hearts will Cole (at 86, she is amazing!). be challenged many times during your At the extreme low of the week was terms on the town council, and I wish getting the news that a second Northyou a very positive growing experience west High School student had died as as you step into the leadership roles that a result of injuries sustained in a vehicle you have been elected for.

I don’t often read the Letters/Opinion section of the paper, but today while reviewing the NWO in an effort to become an informed voter, I actually read the letter from Mr. Scott Whitaker, Summerfield Town Manager. I appreci-

ated his letter and the spirit in which I believe it was written. Thank you for your calm and professional response. I think you have represented Summerfield well! Michele Webb, SUMMERFIELD

Barber will be missed It is difficult to express how important Vern Harden was to Oak Ridge Military Academy, as well as to the community of Oak Ridge. News is spreading only now through the article in last week’s issue that Vern has retired, and many alumni and supporters are voicing their appreciation of Vern’s service. For ORMA, Vern helped with the enrollment process of every male student. Vern physically transformed each new male student into a cadet with the distinctive short haircut, and was consistent at doing that service for 31 years, amid a very inconsistent school environment. If you ask a post-1982 alumnus about his first memories of Oak Ridge, he will tell you it was meeting Vern and losing some hair in the process.

For the community, Vern and his barber shop for many years was the “commons” of the Oak Ridge community, along with old post office and the former WD Grocery. Neighbors met in the barber shop, and talked about issues in the community. It was also a place that connected the Oak Ridge community to ORMA, a connection that seems to be lost these days. It will be very sad to know that Vern Harden is no longer cutting hair at ORMA. But I am very satisfied that I was able to get my hair cut by Vern, and build a friendship with him as a cadet, and later as an adult. Many things I would want to share, but I just want to say thanks to Vern for being who he is, and being able to know him. Sam “Chip” Cook

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Northwest Church of Christ for putting plants in front of the lights that shine on their sign on Old Oak Ridge Road. It is much safer for everyone that

Members of the community for their support in donating and purchasing items for Boy Scout Troop 139’s yard sale fundraiser. Proceeds will be used to

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The three candidates for Oak Ridge Town Council who agreed to not litter the community with campaign signs. Thank you for the visual relief! Your mailings and ads were much more informative. Northwest Guilford Viking Marching Band who represented the school in Georgia, South and North Carolina through the season – the only Guilford County high school band who competes at a national level. We are proud of your commitment and hard work. Stokesdale Parks & Recreation soccer directors and coaches for an outstanding season. Thanks for all that you do! Northwest Observer – always, and most especially in election years. Stand your ground. Long, tall, strong and proud. It’s called journalistic integrity.

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The NW Middle School football players for all of their hard work and effort, and to the parents who showed support for the kids and the program throughout the season (particularly Coach Beck and Mr. Bryant, who helped tremendously).

People who don’t slow down when they see a school bus with yellow flashing lights, which means there is a child within 300 feet. And red flashing lights mean stop! Those kids are more important than where you are going.

Newsletter Editor Chat Brewster and Northwest Triad Detachment 1314 based in Stokesdale for taking second place in the Marine Corps League 2013 National Newsletter competition. Well done, Marines!

The ORMA students who continue to walk right in front of our vehicles (while in motion), forcing us to slam on our brakes. Are they aware that they can proceed once the car has safely passed the crosswalk?

Brian McMath, staff, parents and the Northwest Guilford Viking Marching Band for another awesome season. From Grand Champions to competing on the regional and national level, you left it all on the field. Can’t wait until next season! All the volunteer poll workers who staff the many polling places in our area and throughout the nation, and to the people who actually voted in this offyear election.

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The group of cyclists on Lake Brandt Road near the dam, around noon on Saturday, Oct 12. Not cool to move to a two- and three-abreast formation to keep cars from passing. Don’t be “those” cyclists everyone gripes about. Those who oppose the CC (concealed carry) law in establishments that serve alcohol must understand the law agrees, alcohol and guns don’t mix. It’s a misdemeanor to carry and have alcohol in your system. A carrier could save your life one day.

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People who live week-to-week and still vote Republican. I don’t get it, Big Dan. Their interests are not your interests. Summit Church Oak Ridge griper (Nov. 1 issue)... the ad is not post-apocalyptic, but instead a phenomenal series about God revealing Himself when we feel He is absent. Next time you see a picture you don’t like, do your research or join us! Those afraid of people with concealed carry permits and don’t want them to patronize local businesses. They are some of the safest people to have around. Background check, training and certification. They just might prevent a tragedy. Please think. Folks who can’t be bothered to study the issues and then get out and vote, then have the gall to complain about the way the government does things. Mike Tatum, candidate for Stokesdale mayor, for his statement in the Election Guide (published by PS Communications) that he is not “A good ole boy.” In a small town like Stokesdale that could be taken numerous ways – and in any case is very condescending. People who let dogs without ID tags roam free. This creates a lot of grief for people who encounter them and don’t know if they are dangerous, lost, or what.

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 PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF OAK RIDGE notice of public hearing: The Town Council of the Town of Oak Ridge and the Town of Oak Ridge Planning & Zoning Board will hold separate public hearings to consider requests to amend the official Town of Oak Ridge zoning map by granting a Special Use Permit to property described below. The Planning & Zoning Board and Town Council may also consider requests for subdivisions and other matters. Any zoning decision of the Oak Ridge Planning & Zoning Board is forwarded as a recommendation to the Oak Ridge Town Council. PLANNING/ZONING BOARD meets, on November 21, 2013, 7pm, Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road. OAK RIDGE TOWN COUNCIL, December 5, 2013, 7pm, Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road. Special use permit case #13-10-ORPL-04910: AG to AG-SP (athletic field): located on the south side of Haw River Rd, approximately 122 feet west of Harrell Rd., in Oak Ridge Township. Being Guilford County Tax Parcel 0166319 (part), approximately 3.8 acres. Owned by Bethel United Methodist Church. The applicant requests a Special Use Permit for an athletic field. All citizens will be given an opportunity to be heard at these meetings. Doug Nodine, Planning & Zoning Board Chair; Ray Combs, Mayor.

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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.

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.

STUMP GRINDING - FREE ESTIMATES Big or small, we grind them all. 382-3860.

ONE GUY & A MACHINE LAWN CARE and hardscaping. Maintenance, design, paver patios, block walls, hedges trimmed, beds re-edged, pine needles, mulch, pressure washing, chemical applications, aerating. Licensed & insured. Free est. Call 3824767. www.oneguyandamachine.com.

MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone,

ences, free est., 25 years exp. 309-0747. JASMINE CLEANING SERVICE. 12 years experience. (336) 423-4938 or 298-7669.

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

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

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CARPET / UPHOLSTERY / FLOORS 298-7374

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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.

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

GENERAL REPAIR & SERVICES HOUSE & YARD HOME MAINTENANCE “Anything to improve your home and property.” Jeff Ziglar, 456-9992 or 643-9609.

Lisa & Jerry Potkay, Stokesdale

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Time to get your GUTTERS CLEANED! Call (336) 215-7562. Thanks! VINYL SIDING REPAIRS, vinyl railings & siding, replacement windows, gutter cleaning and repair. Please call 215-8776 for your free estimate. A-1 COPPER ROOFING Copper & aluminum gutters, gutter cleaning & repair, affordable leaf protection, replacement windows, vinyl siding, railing & trim. Free est. Call Gary the Gutter Guy. (336) 345-6518. www.a1copperrooﬁng.com. MAYS SIDING Storm damage, facia and siding repairs. 215-8776, www.mayssiding.com.

LAWN CARE / LANDSCAPING BRAD’S BOBCAT. Landscaping, driveways, patios, sidewalks, concrete work. 362-3647.

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BRAD’S BOBCAT SVC. Grading, hauling, gravel/dirt, debris removal. 362-3647.

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AQUA SYSTEMS. Quality irrigation systems. NC Licensed Contractor. We service all systems. Free est. 644-1174. GREENERTIMES LAWN MAINTENANCE Free quotes and affordable prices. Discounts on 1-year contracts. (336) 3123844 mobile or (336) 548-9286 ofﬁce.

D & D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION Complete landscaping services. Retaining walls & patios. Member BBB. NC licensed irrigation contractor. 312-2706.

DELIMA LAWNCARE. Residential & commercial, free estimates. (336) 669-5210.

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

MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS ER APPLIANCE REPAIR. We repair most major brands. 20 years experience. We do house calls! Please call Richard, 908-4898.

Furniture Kare Co.

20 years experience in repair & restoration

ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call 382-9875.

• Refinishing and repair • Antique restoration • In-home services

LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS 13-year anniversary special. We will beat your current written price by 15% – guaranteed! Call (336) 601-3796.

Specializing in chair repairs

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

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

www.furniturekare.com JUNK REMOVAL – appliances, batteries,

ASPHALT MILLINGS, perfect for farm roads and wash-out areas. Half the cost of gravel. Fill dirt also available. 602-5820.

mowers, cars, electronics, trash removal, etc.

TLC LAWN CARE Lawn mowing, fertilization and weed control. General cleanup. Affordable all-season lawn maintenance. (336) 681-0097.

sign/drafting. Call Patti, (336) 605-0519.

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

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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.

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

CARLOS PAINTING. Res/comm., licensed

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Your kitchen and bathroom cabinetry can be refaced or re-colored to create a new look for your home at a fraction of the cost of replacement.

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PAINTING & DRYWALL STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com. PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, 32 years experience. Avg. size bedroom walls, $100. Sheetrock repair. Call Brad Rogers for your free estimate. (Local #) 314-3186.

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 Serving the Triad since 1998

No job too small! Experienced, guaranteed.

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LOW-COST GARAGE DOORS. Repair & sales. 35 years exp. (336) 215-2800.

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Lic/Ins. Call Mark for savings. 337-7924. JDB PLUMBING.

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pump. Lic/Ins. Accepts all major credit cards. Ofﬁce 656-0019, cell 382-6905.

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

REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION MOBILE WELDING SERVICE Residential, wrought-iron fence & gates, custom fabrication, stainless aluminium. Chuck, (336) 362-8679. JLB REMODELING INC. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. Remodeling, additions and home repairs. 681-2902, www.jlbremodeling.com.

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.

ROOFING CLINARD & SON ROOFING, LLC. Residential roofing, rubber flat roofs, roof coating, metal roofs. 30 years experience. Now accepting all major credit cards. Call 643-8191 or 580-3245. 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 Like the fall leaves, CHANGE YOUR HAIR! 15% off any color service at Hair Creations By The Vineyard. Goldwell color specialist. (336) 382-9283. FREE PICKUP of appliances, batteries, junk mowers, air conditioners, grills, electrical items, metal items, etc. 689-4167.

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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 estimates. (336) 399-4894 or trippsmithconstruction@ yahoo.com. RENOVATION WORKS INC.New con-

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T TNails Acrylic nails • Tip overlay • Pink & white Gel manicures • Liquid gels Nail designs • Spa pedicure • Waxing

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RDR TACTICAL OF KERNERSVILLE is now offering a variety of ﬁrearms classes, including concealed carry. Call us, (336) 497-4250 for information. COMPUTER REPAIRS $99. Used computers, website design. Info at ITBASICS.COM – (336) 643-0068. Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons.

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TOOL SALE, Nov. 13-17, Golden Antiques, 4537 Hwy. 220, Summerﬁeld.

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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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.

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BOOK & RECORD SALE, Nov. 7-10, Golden Antiques, 4537 Hwy. 220, Summerﬁeld. Sponsored by The Vintage Vagabonds & MAYA. All items priced to move! 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.

COMMERCIAL RENTAL STOKESDALE, 8604 Hwy. 158. 2 ofﬁces, 30’ x 40’ building, central air/heat, front lot and rear fenced lot. $1,000/mo. 643-4431.

QUEEN-SIZE BED with night stand, dresser & chest of drawers in good condition. Pick up only. $300. (336) 708-0943. PRE-CHRISTMAS SALE Custom exotic & domestic wood name cutouts. Exotic woods normally $42.50, now $34.50. Domestic woods normally $32.50, now $24.50. Contact TCY Enterprises by email at tcyenterprises@aol.com or call (336) 616-1904. Locally produced PERSIMMON PULP & PRODUCTS. 816-3441 or 996-3892.

HOMES FOR RENT

GRACIE is a 1-year-old female hound/ beagle mix. She is a larger dog who would ﬁt perfectly into a home with a lot of space and a big back yard for her to run and play in. Gracie will be spayed as part of her adoption fee. Contact the Guilford County Animal Shelter, 297-5020, for more info about Gracie.

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

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 MISC. FOR SALE TWO CEMETERY PLOTS, Westminster Gardens, Devotion C 688, #1 and 2, valued at $6,000, will take $4,500. 643-5673.

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2009 OPEN RANGE 34’ FIFTH WHEEL RV, 2 a/c, ﬁreplace, slide covers, other extras. Exc. cond. $26,000. (336) 944-2940.

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

STOKESDALE, duplex apt., 2BR, 1BA, $650/mo., $650 deposit. (336) 706-1887. BELEWS LAKE LAKE-FRONT 3BR, 2.5BA, 1-car garage town home. For rent, rent-to-own or sale. 2 boat slips, sun deck, dry storage. Private, quiet community. $1,500/month. Serious inquiries only. Call (336) 280-5065. OAK RIDGE, 3BR, 2BA, brick, 1+ acre. 5210 Millstone Rd. $1,200/mo. plus dep. No smoking. No pets. (336) 817-0093.

SEASONED FIREWOOD, all hardwood, free delivery. Wood splitting avail. 543-3664. SEASONED FIREWOOD, delivered & stacked. 1/2 cord, $80. Call 686-6373.

STOKESDALE 2BR, 1BA duplex for rent. All appliances included, $650/month, $650 deposit. (336) 362-4462 or 643-9402.

MYLES is a friendly 1-year-old male labradore retreiver mix. Since he is still young, he loves to play and run, and tends to have more energy than his friends. Myles will be neutered as part of his adoption fee. For more information on Myles, or to see more animals needing a forever home, visit www. adoptshelterpets.org.

PET SITTING & BOARDING PET SITTING. Caring & responsible. Holiday special, $12/30-minute visit. 601-2087.

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STOKESDALE, 8608 Hwy. 158, house w/ 2 units; upstairs efﬁciency apt. w/ separate entrance. Downstairs has 3BR, 1BA, appliances. No pets. $1,000/mo. 643-4431

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LAND FOR SALE NW GUILFORD, 1.34-acre lot on Mt. Carmel Road, close to lake, ready to build, deed restrictions require minimum 1,500 sq. ft. house. $41,498. 643-6078 evenings.

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LAND FOR SALE APPROX. 10 ACRES LAND for sale by owner in Summerﬁeld. 1,000 ft. road frontage, 7450 Strader Road, includes 5-acre mature vineyard, cab tractor and all vineyard equipment, waterfall, lake front, several home sites, good location for boutique vineyard, via agritourism. $399,000. Call Greg, 337-4542.

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3001 Latta Drive, Summerfield Has it all and then some! Nice country 1.5 ac level lot with 2-car att & 2-car det garages, inground pool, finished bsmt, porch, deck, patio, sunroom, etc. NO HOA DUES! Park your boat or RV! Summerfield Elem/Northern Middle & High. Offered at $359,900. Priced to Sell!

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