Nov. 20 - 26, 2015
bringing the local news home to northwest Guilford County since 1996
www.nwobserver.com
Oak Ridge has new water source option: Stokesdale Winston-Salem OKs talks to begin by GERRI HUNT OAK RIDGE – After years of trials and errors in pursuing a municipal water supply for Oak Ridge residents, a solution may finally be headed down the pipeline. Stokesdale Mayor Randy Braswell announced at the Nov. 12 Stokesdale Town Council meeting
that Winston-Salem, the Town’s water supplier, is receptive to the idea of Stokesdale selling water to Oak Ridge. “Randy’s question of WinstonSalem came out of a conversation we had a couple of months ago,” said Oak Ridge Mayor Spencer Sullivan. “Winston had initially refused to commit to sell us water when we asked around 2005,
...continued on p. 14
The issue has been dormant until recently. Last year, I had the thought that we could begin our system with community well systems serving the new subdivisions being developed.” Oak Ridge Mayor Spencer Sullivan
IN THIS ISSUE News in brief......................... 3 Your Questions ..................... 4 Summerfield Town Council ...8 Around Town .......................11 Community Calendar ....... 12 Bits & Pieces ....................... 13 Celebration ........................ 13 NWO Real Estate ................ 15 Persimmon Festival/ Meals of Hope ................... 27 High School Sports ............ 28 Student Profiles .................. 29 Youth/School news ........... 30 Letters/Opinions ................ 32 Grins & Gripes .................... 33 Crime/Incident Report ...... 34 Classifieds .......................... 35 Index of Advertisers .......... 39
Fallen Summerfield soldier remembered James ‘TC’ Crosby was killed by enemy fire in Vietnam by GERRI HUNT STOKESDALE – This year’s Veterans Day Service at the Veterans Monument on U.S. 158 was local by all accounts, from the venue to the visitors to the guest speaker – and the soldier whose story he told. Rev. Tony Dowdy, active duty with the U.S. Marines and retired sergeant major with the U.S.
...continued on p. 10 Photo by Gerri Hunt/NWO
Rev. Tony Dowdy tells the story of his high school classmate, who was a casualty of the Vietnam War.
Photo courtesy of Army.TogetherWeServed.com
PFC James “TC” Crosby, kneeling, was killed in September 1969 as he was patrolling the Michelin plantation in Vietnam.
Full-service • Grooming & boarding • House calls Farm calls • Flea & tick prevention & meds
Certified Vet
Dr. Mindy Wesely • Dr. Robert N. Oglesby 8208 US Hwy 158, Stokesdale • (336) 643-8515 officemanager@stokesdalevet.net
www.stokesdalevet.net
Individual & Small Business Bookkeeping & Payroll Individual & Corporate Tax Returns
“Zippy" Wesely
PO Box 469 • 8400 US Hwy 158, Stokesdale
(336) 644.2741 • kim.thacker@att.net
Inquire about our FREE Vaccines for Life and Wellness Programs
A NEW DAWN TEAM
We’re moving!
We Help Everyone! SELLERS & BUYERS
(336) 643-4248 www.ANewDawnRealty.com
gems in
Each office is independently owned and operated
downtown
Stokesdale
Holiday Memorial Service RSVP
(336) 643-3711 by Nov. 27
Thursday, Dec. 3 at 7pm Forbis & Dick – Stokesdale 8320 Highway 158, Stokesdale
From 8606 Ellisboro Road to: 8302 Belews Creek Road, Suite B, Stokesdale (Beside Dollar General and Village Pizza)
Gigi’s Flowers & More, llc (336) 298-7081 www.stokesdaleflorist.com
Find specials and updates on our Facebook page
Inspiring message, music & refreshments
Forbis&Dick Funeral Homes
Locally owned & operated • Serving Stokesdale, Greensboro, Oak Ridge & Summerfield
facebook.com / StokesdaleBiRite
Located at 8632 Hwy 158, Stokesdale • www.stokesdalebirite.com
NEWS in brief
Interstate Update
Photo by Gerri Hunt/NWO
I-73 is taking shape south of Alcorn Road. The 9.4-mile section of the interstate that will connect N.C. 68 to U.S. 220 near the Haw River is contracted to Flatiron Construction and Blythe Development. As of the latest update on Tuesday, Nov. 3, the $176.5 million project was slightly ahead of schedule for its amended completion date of Oct. 18, 2017.
Two suspects arrested, one at large
Select an angel from the Angel Tree
STOKESDALE – The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate last week’s break-in, during which a suspect shot at a Stokesdale woman who came home while the crime was underway. At 12:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, the woman left home to pick up lunch in downtown Stokesdale. Arriving back at her home on N.C. 68 only about six minutes later, she encountered a light blue Nissan Sentra on her property, and confronted the driver from her SUV, according to Col. Randy Powers of the sheriff’s department. As two more men came out of her house, “she tried to back up to give them room, and they fired a shot at her,” said Powers. “It was a grazing blow, with no penetration. The man in the car left by himself, and the other two fled on foot.”
Help us make wishes come true! at Stokesdale Fire Department. Angels will also be available at the Northwest Observer office (1616 Hwy 68 N, Oak Ridge). Or, email Patti Stokes at patti@nwobserver.com
Return unwrapped and labeled gifts for your “angel” by December 17. Wilds
Alexander
Law enforcement officers descended upon the area by car, by foot, by plane and with dogs, as a manhunt ensued for three black men wearing hoodies. Officers on foot followed one of the men to Barney Road, near McCrory Road off Stokesdale Street. The suspect, who hid in a thicket, was spotted from the airplane, and the officers on the ground caught 21-year-old Rasheem Jamal Wilds at 3:19 p.m.
Serving residents in need throughout northwest Guilford County Donations to GSM’s food pantry and clothing closet also greatly appreciated. Contact Terri Johnson: (336) 643-5887 • terrij1957@yahoo.com
... more News Briefs on p. 5
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
3
your QUESTIONS Curious about something? /northwestobserver
Submit your questions about topics relevant to the northwest area
@mynwobserver
online: nwobserver.com
@northwestobserver
e-mail: questions@ nwobserver.com
www.nwobserver.com
OUR TEAM Patti Stokes, editor/publisher Laura Reneer, associate publisher Gerri Hunt, associate editor L.A. Logan, sports/high school news writer Annette Joyce, marketing manager Sean Gentile, art director Yvonne Truhon, page layout Leon Stokes, IT director Lucy Smith, finance manager Linda Schatz, distribution manager Helen Ledford, Annette Joyce & EmilySarah Lineback, contributing writers
HOW TO REACH US email: info • celebrations • photos communitynews • calendarevents grinsandgripes • opinions • editor questions ... @ nwobserver.com
phone: (336) 644-7035 fax: (336) 644-7006 mail: PO Box 268, Oak Ridge, NC 27310 office: 1616 NC 68 N, Oak Ridge M-F 9am-2pm (or by appointment)
WANT TO ADVERTISE? Contact Laura Reneer or Annette Joyce (336) 644-7035, ext. 10 display: advertising@nwobserver.com classified: classifieds@nwobserver.com Independently owned & published by
4
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
Our state spends a lot of money putting up highway signs telling us which river basin we are in (i.e., Cape Fear). Just what are we supposed to do with this information and why is it important for us to know this on an individual basis? Frank Park, chief plans examiner for Guilford County Watershed Protection/Storm Management, says state-wide regulations require the signs be posted, with the goal being to educate the public about the locations of the basins and the importance these areas play in our drinking water supply. While the Cape Fear River Basin might seem quite a bit removed from our area, that’s not the case at all. Oak Ridge’s Haw River is a headwater, or origin, for the Cape Fear River. The Haw River converges with the Deep River before emptying into Jordan Lake, Cary’s major source of drinking water. This lake then empties into Cape Fear, which eventually meets the ocean in Wilmington. Bottom line: our water source is farreaching and that’s part of what these signs are seeking to promote. “I think individuals need to be aware they are surrounded by water basins,
and not just a lake or river, but a source of drinking water,” says Park. “We need to keep our water basin clean and not filled with (litter). That’s important.” It’s also important to remember that fertilizers and animal waste runoff end up in these waters and stimulate algae growth and decrease the amount of oxygen; that can result in fish kills and the loss of aquatic species. Photo by Gerri Hunt/NWO
When the original plan to A noise wall will be installed between Elmhurst widen U.S. 220 through Estates and U.S. 220, since the widening of the Summerfield was rehighway from two lanes to four lanes with a mevealed, it included a privacy/sound dian will bring it closer to the neighborhood. wall on both sides of the entrance to widening project. Elmhurst Estates. However, with the grading that is being done, it appears “There will still be a noise wall along there will not be a wall built. Who made both sides of the entrance to Elmhurst the change to the plans for the wall and Estates,” Lorenz confirmed. “The conwere the property owners of Elmhurst tractor still has some work to do in this Estates involved in the decision? area to get it ready for the wall, which We posed your question to Kris should be one of the last things that is Lorenz, DOT’s resident put up. I would expect to see this going engineer on the U.S. 220 up late next summer.”
HOLIDAY SPECIAL!
EVERY DETAIL, JUST RIGHT supercuts.com
FREE HAIRCUT
WITH ALL-OVER COLOR OR HIGHLIGHTS Coupon valid only at 4008 Battleground Ave location. Not valid with any other offer. No cash value. One coupon valid per customer. Please present coupon prior to payment of service. Printed in the USA © 2015 Supercuts Inc. Expires: 12/23/15 NWFHCWCS
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
NOW OPEN!
THE SHOPPES AT BATTLEGROUND NORTH At Battleground Ave & Horse Pen Creek, Near Harris Teeter & Rody’s Tavern
4008 Battleground Ave • Greensboro, NC 27410 336-897-7047
• HAIRCUTS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY • CALL TO SCHEDULE COLOR SERVICE • EXPERIENCED STYLISTS / COLOR EXPERTS
NEWS in brief
...continued from p. 3
On Tuesday, Nov. 17, Stacy Isaiah Alexander, 25, was arrested. Powers said he is believed to be the driver.
and entering, larceny after breaking and entering, and damage to property. Wilds is in the Guilford County Jail under a $500,000 bond and Alexander is in the Forsyth County Jail under a $600,000 bond.
Wilds and Alexander, both of Winston-Salem, are each charged with attempted first degree murder, shooting into an occupied vehicle, breaking
Investigators are still looking for the third suspect, and had no additional information to release as of Wednesday morning, Nov. 18.
The other suspect on foot was not caught, but the car was found abandoned in Kernersville within a few hours.
Final election statistics released NW GUILFORD – So, just who did vote in the Nov. 3 municipal elections? Let’s take a look at stats obtained from the Guilford County Board of Elections, where Director Charlie Collicutt provided updated official results following the Nov. 10 municipal elections. Of Oak Ridge’s 5,007 registered voters, 919 went to the polls, which is an 18 percent voter turnout. In precinct OR1, 527 of 2,542 registered voters (21 percent) cast ballots at Oak Ridge Town Hall, including 266 Republicans, 147 unaffiliated and 114 Democrats. Gender was split down the middle, with 264 women and 263 men voting. In precinct OR2, 392 of 2,465
®
registered voters (16 percent) cast ballots at Oak Ridge UMC, including 226 Republicans, 91 unaffiliated, 74 Democrats and one Libertarian. The gender split was 199 women, 192 men, and one undesignated. Of Stokesdale’s 3,585 registered voters, 361 went to the polls, which is a 10 percent voter turnout. With one precinct voting at town hall, voters included 174 Republicans, 105 Democrats and 82 unaffiliated. A total of 184 men, 176 women and one undesignatedgender person voted. Of Summerfield’s 7,720 registered voters, 1,152 went to the polls, which is a 15 percent voter turnout. [Note: The previously reported number of 1,475 people
Triad: (336) 272-4400 Pinehurst: (910) 215-9700 www.pestmgt.com
Hearing Noises? Indoors and out, PMi has the knowledge, training, and experience to solve all of your wildlife problems.
who voted was due to the online report provided by the Guilford County Board of Elections, which included more than 300 voters assigned to precincts SF3 and SF4 who are Greensboro, not Summerfield, residents. The results here accurately reflect the Summerfield voters.] In precinct SF1, 478 of 3,049 registered voters (16 percent) cast ballots at Summerfield Community Center, including 261 Republicans, 116 Democrats and 101 unaffiliated. Genderwise, 245 women, 232 men and one undesignated-gender person voted. In precinct SF2, 204 of 1,210 registered voters (17 percent) cast ballots at Summerfield First Baptist Church, including 119 Republicans, 45 unaffiliated and 40 Democrats. A total of 103 men and 101 women voted. In precinct SF3, 97 of 611 registered voters (16 percent) cast ballots at Morehead United Methodist Church, including 54 Republicans, 29 Democrats and 14 unaffiliated. A total of 50 men and
47 women voted. In precinct SF4, 151 of 1,077 registered voters (14 percent) cast ballots at Pleasant Ridge Christian Church, including 80 Republicans, 37 Democrats and 34 unaffiliated. A total of 77 women, 73 men and one undesignated-gender person voted. In precinct NCGR1, 147 of 1,189 registered voters (12 percent) cast ballots at Center United Methodist Church, including 69 Republicans, 42 Democrats and 36 unaffiliated. A total of 75 women and 71 men voted. In precinct NCGR2, 75 of 584 registered voters (13 percent) cast ballots at St. Thomas PHC, including 39 Republicans, 25 Democrats and 11 unaffiliated. A total of 35 women and 40 men voted. In total, of the 16,312 registered voters in the nine Northwest Guilford precincts, 15 percent voted … or 2,432 people.
Join us
Beautiful, fresh
Christmas
Nov. 29 & Dec.13 • 12:30-5 pm for wine tastings and sales by
Trees $ 25 starting at for trees 9 ft. and below
Live, field-grown trees Bows • Wreaths Roping • Poinsettias
Mayodan, NC
Fresh BBQ every Saturday & Sunday Ask about our raffle for a 6-foot stocking full of toys Proceeds donated to HorseFriends
The Garden Outlet
5124 US 220 North, Summerfield (behind Gas Town) • (336) 643-0898 Extended holiday hours: Mon - Sat 8 am - 8 pm • Sun 10 am -7pm
Bats, Birds, Beavers, Opossums, Raccoons, Snakes, Squirrels, and more!
www.gardenoutletnc.com
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
5
BiRite
32-Oz. Reg. Or Lite
Thanksgiving
Smithfield, Smoked
Butt Or Shank Ham Portions
1.28
John Morrell
Half Spiral Sliced Hams
1.98
Lb.
Lb.
Duke’s Real Mayonnaise
2/$6
Frozen
10-Oz.
Shrimp Ring
4.98
4-Lb. Bag
Butcher’s Best®
16 To 20-Lb. Avg.
Frozen
Whole Smoked Hams
Whole Frozen Turkeys
Turkey Breast
1.28
1.38Lb.
Lb.
See Store For
Featured Price!
16.9-Oz.
Dixie Crystals Sugar
1.87
6-Pack Coke Products
5/$10 5-Lb. Bag, Self-Rising Or Plain
12-Oz. Cans
12-Pack Pepsi Products
4/$12 9.5-Oz.
Farmer’s Finest®
Sweet & Tasty California
N.C. Grown Sweet Potatoes
Red Seedless Grapes
.38 14.5 To 15-Oz., Selected
Libby’s Canned Vegetables
10 To 10.5-Oz., Selected
8-Oz., Selected
2/$5 Lay’s Potato Chips
FREE
Buy One, Get
One
1.78
Lb.
Utz Potato Chips
2/$1
Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
2 3 /$
Butcher’s Best®
Boneless Beef Chuck Roast
Lb.
12-Oz. Jar, Selected
3.78
Lb.
48-Oz., Assorted
15.25-Oz., Selected
/$
/$
Southern Biscuit Flour
2/$4 15 To 16-Oz., Selected.
Pillsbury Frosting
10 10 2 4 10 10 2/$3 Heinz Gravy
Wesson Cooking Oil
45-Oz., Selected
35 To 37-Oz., Selected
/$
Blue Bonnet Spread
2 5 /$
Mrs. Smith’s Flaky Crust Pies
FREE
Buy One, Get
One
Pillsbury Cake Mix
8-Oz., Selected
FREE
Buy One, Get
One
Cool Whip Topping
8-Oz.
Hy•Top Baking Cocoa
2/$5
Baking Hens
1.28
Lb.
Special!
20 To 24-Oz., Selected
Bob Evan’s Side Dishes
2 6 /$
Hormel Cure 81 Hams
3.98
Lb.
3-Lb.
Hostess Boneless Hams
6.98 12-Oz. Reg., Thick Or Low Salt
Smithfield Sliced Bacon
Family Pack
Boneless Beef For Stew
4.98
Lb.
16-Oz., Selected
Jimmy Dean Roll Pork Sausage
2 5 2.98 /$
12-Oz. Pkg.
FREE 2/$4 2/$6 Pam Cooking /$ Spray ................................2 6 .98 1.48 Swans Down Cake Flour .................... 2.97 Dixie Crystal 2.98 3/$5 10x Powder Sugar .......... 1.77 4/$5 1.78 3.98 /$ ............. 2 6 Idahoan /$ Potatoes ................10 10 1.48 1.78 Jiffy Pie Crust ..................................67 4 5 2/$4 Bakers Joy /$ /$ /$ 5 Baking Spray.................2 /$ /$ 2 4 2 5 2 3 2 5 McCormick Ground Cinnamon ........... .97 2 6 /$ Flake Coconut ............. 3 5 2.98
1.98
14-Oz., Whole Or Jellied
Ocean Spray Cranberry Sauce
2/$3 10/$6
4-Lb. Bag, Sweet & Juicy
3.98
Campbell’s Cream Soup
10 10 10 10 /$
/$
Keebler Chips Deluxe Cookies.............
“No Waste”
Crisp Broccoli Crowns
Ea.
5 To 6-Oz., Selected
Lb.
32-Oz.
9 To 11-Oz. Pkg., Lettuce Trio, Premium Romaine, Double Carrots Or
Large Fresh
Gold Ripe Pineapples
3-Lb. Bag, Eastern Grown
Granny Smith Or Rome Apples
Fresh Express Green & Crisp Romaine Salad
3-Lb. Bag
1-Lb. Pkg.,
Le Sueur Vegetables
Daufuski Oysters.............................
California Stalk Celery
Seedless California Navel Oranges
Ea.
10.75-Oz.
8-Oz.
Large Crisp
2.98 11 To 15-Oz., Assorted
Lb.
11 To 14.8-Oz., Selected
14.5-Oz., Selected
Swanson Canned Broth
24-Oz. Selected, Strips, Chips, Baby Dills Or
Buy One Mt. Olive Get One Spears ...........................
Snow White
Large Fresh Cauliflower
Dole Fresh Whole Cranberries
1.28
7.3-Oz. 10-Count, Reg. Or With Marshmallows
10-Lb. Bag
Zesty Medium Yellow Onions
Grimmway Farms Sweet Baby Peeled Carrots
32-Oz. Reg., Dark Brown Sugar Or
Genuine “Idaho Grown” Potatoes
Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa Mix .............
25.4-Oz., White Or Red
Farm Fresh
8-Oz. Pkg., South Mill
Tender Zucchini Or Yellow Squash
Fresh Sliced Or Whole White Mushrooms
1.48
Welch’s Sparkling Juice
Farm Fresh
Tender Green Snap Beans
4 To 4.1-Oz., Assorted
Lb.
Lb.
9-Oz.
16-Oz.
Morning Fresh Farms Half & Half
9.4 To 14-Oz., Velveeta Shells & Cheese
/$
50-Oz. Can
Hanover Cut Green Beans
2 4 /$
40-Oz.
Bruce’s Cut Yams
2 5 /$
16-Oz., Selected
Land O’ Lakes Butter
2/$6
14.72-Oz. Squeeze, 16-Oz. Reg. Or Light
6.5-Oz., Selected
2/$4 48-Oz., Assorted
11 To 15.8-Oz., Selected
2-Ct., Veg., Regular & Deep Dish
2 5
2 4
Sister Schubert’s Dinner Rolls
Breyers Ice Cream
/$
25-Oz.
Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits
2 5 /$
16.9-Oz.
750-ML
10 10 2 7
Pet Ritz Pie Shells
/$
/$
2 6 /$
Hy•Top Fancy
.87 4/$5
Better Valu 2/ Macaroni & Cheese .... 6.25-Oz. Box
14-Oz., Boil-In-Bag, White Or Brown
6-Pack Honor Beer
3.99
6.99
24-Oz.
Anne’s Flat Dumplings
12-Oz. Bottles
32-Pack Niagara Water
Hazlitt Wine
6-Oz.
/$
5-Oz. Can
1-Oz.
24 To 26.5-Oz., Strips, Tenders, Patties Or
10 10 2 6
/$
2-Ct. 14.1-Oz.
Pillsbury Pie Crusts
14-Oz.
/$
French’s French Fried Onions
16.3-Oz.,
Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits
/$
Green Giant Steamers Vegetables
Stove Top Stuffing
Pillsbury Cookies
Banquet Chicken Entrées
7 To 10-Oz., Selected
6-Oz., Selected
16.5-Oz., Selected Chub
Daisy Brand Sour Cream
Reddi-Wip Cream
Kraft Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese .....
Hy•Top Instant Rice....................
8.99
2/$1 Brown /$ 5/$5 6.99 12.99 6.99 McCormick Gravy Mix ......................3 2 Nestle /$ Morsels .......................... 2 6 McCormick Pumpkin Spice ............ 3.97 /$ /$ /$ /$ /$ /$ 2 6 2 4 2 5 2 5 2 7 2 3 Wisk 2x Liquid Detergent ....................... 4.97 2/$4 10/$10 2/$4 2-Liter Selected
Natural Light Or Busch Light
Miller High Life Or Miller High Life Light
Coke Products
4.6-Oz., Original
24-Pack 12-Oz. Cans
12-Pack, 12-Oz. N.R.
750-Ml.
Duplin Wine
Armour Vienna Sausages.......... .88-Oz. Gluten Free, .87-Oz. Reg. Or Low Sodium
10 To 12-Oz., Selected
45-Oz. Meat, Mushroom Or Plain
20-Oz.
Better Valu Beef Stew
2 3 /$
15-Oz., Reg. Or With Cinnamon
Luck’s Canned Fried Apples
4 5 /$
Prego Spaghetti Sauce
12-Oz. Oven Ready Or 16-Oz.
Mueller’s Lasagna Noodles
6.5 To 9.1-Oz., Selected
Wheat Thin Or Triscuit Crackers
8.8 To 13.7-Oz., Selected
Nabisco Ritz Crackers
11-Oz., Selected
Nabisco Nilla Wafers
64-Oz.
1.12-Oz.
Hy•Top Apple Juice
24-Ct. Pacs Or 50-Oz., Selected
13.75-Oz., Gluten Free, Mashed
.75 To 1-Oz., Selected
Betty Crocker Potato Buds....................
McCormick Gravy Mix ..........
4 To 6-Oz., Selected
1.77
Keebler Graham Crust................................
21-Oz. Apple
1-Oz.
2/$5
Lucky Leaf Pie Filling .....................
McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract............. 12-Oz.
1.87
Hy•Top Chocolate Chip Semi Sweet Morsels......
2-Pack, -Oz., Onion Or Beef/Onion
Hy•Top Soup Mix ................................
.77
length before finalizing them, Dunham said.
SUMMERFIELD town council
NOV. 10 / MEETING HIGHLIGHTS as reported by PATTI STOKES In the absence of Mayor Tim Sessoms, Mayor Pro Tem Dena Barnes presided over the meeting. Following a prayer led by Linda Southard, the Pledge of Allegiance was said and council/staff introductions were made. Town Manager Scott Whitaker announced the annual Christmas Tree Lighting will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, at 5:30 p.m. at Summerfield Athletic Park; there will be music and light refreshments. Summerfield Merchants Association, which is partnering with the Town to sponsor the event, will collect donations for the Backpack Buddy program; the program provides food-filled backpacks to food-insecure
children over weekends and holidays. Gail Dunham said if the Town planned to spend $500,000 to purchase several more acres, the decision should first be put to a voter referendum and a master plan should be developed. She also questioned how much business the Town was conducting behind closed doors and who else other than council members were privy to what was being discussed. Additionally, Dunham said the Trails and Open Space Committee interviewed a consultant which the Town Council ultimately hired, and that gave the committee more power than it should have. Policy revisions should also be publicly discussed and discussed at
Dwayne Crawford, chair of the town’s Public Safety Committee, said he was one step closer to getting a permit to place grass carp in the lake at Polo Farms to alleviate the algae problem. Assuming a permit is issued, Crawford said he would accept donations to purchase the carp – the fish are $11 each, and it takes about 11 to 15 fish per acre; the lake at Polo Farms is approximately 3.5 acres. Council member Alicia Flowers asked if the Public Safety Committee was investigating similar issues at other water points within the town, and Crawford said the committee did not have a quorum at its last meeting so no decisions could be made, but it will be discussed. It being the eve of Veterans Day, Adrian Williamson said we should all remember our veterans, who have made it possible to do things such as
freely hold public meetings and enjoy our lives; he then praised Congressman Howard Coble, who passed away on Nov. 3. Williamson, who ran for Town Council but was not elected, went on to congratulate those candidates who were elected and said he hoped they could all “carry on” like they had on and before Election Day when they had laughed together and shared memories of old times. Thanks were also offered to those who had worked hard to get Williamson elected and to those who voted for him; to council member Alicia Flowers for her eight years of service (“We are going to lose a real servant,” Williamson said of Flowers); to council member Elizabeth McClellan for her four years of service; and to Mayor Tim “Brother” Sessoms for his two years of service as the town’s mayor. “I guess I carried on more junk with him (Sessoms) than anybody,” William-
FREE, FAMILYFRIENDLY FUN! ( rain or shine )
Saturday, November 21, 5:30pm Summerfield Athletic Park (5200 Hwy. 220 North)
IT’S FREE! Join us and the Summerfield Merchants Association in collecting food for the Backpack Buddy Program! Needed: cereal, oatmeal, granola bars, peanut butter, jelly, chicken noodle soup, mac-n-cheese, canned meat & vegetables, apple sauce, fruit cups, boxed raisins, pouch potatoes, fruit snacks, pudding, & 100% juice boxes. Drop-off locations: Animal Hospital at Lake Brandt, CRG, Edward Jones (Colon Knight), Godino’s, Import Specialty, Keller Williams (A New Dawn Team), Keller Williams North (Jan Cox), Kelly Cox Personal Training, Mama Ginna’s, Melda’s, Northern Arts, Northwest Observer, Summerfield Family Chiropractic, Summerfield Farms, & Therasport Physical Therapy.
and
8
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
w w w. s u m m e r f i e l d g o v. c o m 336-643-8655
© Fanfo—Fotolia.com
music by Northwest High School Jazz Ensemble • light food/drink/S’mores • bonfire
son said. “We had a real good time talking and I appreciated that if I came in late (to a council meeting), he would always look out and ask if I wanted to make a talk. He handled the meetings very well and kept you (council members) all on track.”
COMMITTEE REPORTS Finance. Finance Officer Katrina Whitt said the 2014-2015 audit report will be presented at next month’s council meeting. Historical. Chair Linda Southard said the committee is looking for new members. They are also continuing to interview veterans, with the priority on World War II veterans. The interviews will be on display at Town Hall. “It will bring tears to your eyes when you hear their experiences,” Southard said. Public Safety. Crawford said the committee would meet Nov. 18. Trails and Open Space. Chair Jane Doggett said the committee continues to assess open space and trails; they will meet again on Nov. 30, 6 p.m. at Town Hall.
BUSINESS FROM TOWN MANAGER Whitaker shared that Rich Schlobohm, the new part-time seasonal Parks & Rec employee, has been a Summerfield resident for 26 years, his children participated in Summerfield Recreation Association programs, and he is retired
as a captain with the Greensboro Fire Department.
however, they can be exempted in writing.
Flowers asked if Schlobohm would be lining the fields and Whitaker said yes, he had been trained and was already doing that job.
As town manager, Whitaker’s approval authority is for amounts up to $10,000, so he suggested that figure be used.
Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. John Kemp with Guilford County Emergency Management said the final draft of this plan was recently approved by FEMA and to be eligible for disaster relief, the county and incorporated towns must also approve it. The goal of the plan, Kemp explained, is to make communities less susceptible to hazards and to identify ways to make them safer – such as not building in flood plains, creating public awareness programs and strengthening or protecting buildings and infrastructure from the destructive forces of potential hazards. The final plan will be posted on www.readyguilford.org.
5 0 to adopt and endorse the mitigation plan, as approved by the North Carolina Division of Emergency Management and FEMA. Mini-Brooks Act. Whitaker explained there is a general statute (Mini-Brooks Act) that says engineering, architectural, construction management at-risk services and design-build services require municipalities to identify the most qualified contractor upfront, and then negotiate a price. If the estimated professional fees are less than $50,000,
5 0 to approve an exemption from the Mini-Brooks Act, with exemptions for design services not exceeding $10,000. Whitaker said minor updates had been made to the sound system used at council meetings, and the town has changed the contractor/vendor for the generator maintenance. Veterans Day Proclamation. McClellan read a proclamation which urged all citizens to honor veterans on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, and urged veterans to wear their medals on Veterans Day so that all North Carolinians would have the opportunity to express appreciation for their service.
COUNCIL BUSINESS Flowers asked Whitaker about the status of the gate in the community park and he said they are awaiting the end of ball season, because it is going to take more than one Parks & Recreation employee to do the work.
CLOSED SESSION Council entered into a closed session from 7:08 to 7:40 p.m. to discuss a property purchase.
5 0 After reconvening, the council voted to purchase the Martin house property, which is owned by Summerfield resident Linda Southard and located directly across from Town Hall, for $95,000. The purchase is contingent upon the town’s commitment to preserving the original part of the historic house, and the town acquiring water from a well on its property across the street. The meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.
THE EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORM, AND
5% OFF Reserve your ad space before special pricing expires on Dec. 4 (336) 644-7035, ext. 10 advertising@nwobserver.com Get ye year-long exposure in the only community directory directo specifically for northwest Guilford County – direct-mailed to 11,000+ homes, plus 5,000 5,0 copies distributed for free pick-up – and online 24/7.
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
9
nade. For decades Dowdy sought more details.
FALLEN SOLDIER ...continued from p. 1
“In 2008, I came across a website, Army.TogetherWeServed.com. I left a brief tribute to James and an email address,” said Dowdy. “I never expected to hear a thing. And I didn’t, until four weeks ago, on Oct. 14.”
Army, recalled two students from Northwest High School who were killed in Vietnam, Bruce Westmoreland of Colfax and James “TC” Crosby of Summerfield. Twenty-year-old Westmoreland was one of four crew members killed in a helicopter crash on June 24, 1969. But it was Crosby’s death and the unknowns surrounding it that have haunted Dowdy.
That’s when Dowdy received an email with Crosby’s name in the subject line. The sender was brief and to the point, explaining he was a former comrade of Crosby, and for Dowdy to contact him if interested in more information. Dowdy responded immediately.
Crosby and Dowdy met in homeroom as NWHS sophomores in 1965, when mandatory racial segregation occurred in Guilford County Schools. Crosby was one of three black students who sat near Dowdy that year, and the pair formed a close bond because they shared many classes, including chorus.
“It resulted in more information than I could possibly process,” he said of his ensuing correspondence with Albert Alvarez of New Orleans, whose story Dowdy then shared. PFC Crosby had arrived in Vietnam a week after Alvarez. They became fast friends, and soon became members of patrols that were on search on destroy
Crosby’s death four years later in Binh Duong, South Vietnam, was attributed to small arms fire or a gre-
Join us for an evening of remembrance & fellowship
Holiday Memorial Service Thursday, Dec. 3 at 7pm Forbis & Dick – Stokesdale
RSVP
(336) 643-3711 by Nov. 27
Select an angel from our tree in memory of your family member
8320 Highway 158, Stokesdale
Inspiring message, music & refreshments
missions. Their battalion commanding officer stated that “the last half of 1969 was characterized by extensive ambushing.” Sometimes Crosby and Alvarez would go on brief patrols around the compound and neighborhoods to check for enemy activity. Other times they would be out for days at a time. But they rarely encountered hostile fire. In fact, out of boredom, sometimes the platoons would simply fire off rounds to break the monotony, said Dowdy. “But in the early morning hours of Sept. 24, 1969, things would be different. Both TC and Albert were serving as point men, the most hazardous points of patrol for their respective squads,” said Dowdy. “Generally, it would be the newest and least experienced soldiers in the squad who would serve as the point. The man at the point… was the first to see and be seen by the enemy.” The patrol, consisting of two squads of seven or eight men each, was commissioned to ‘recon’ a portion of the Michelin plantation, a 31,000-acre rubber tree plantation 45 miles northwest of Saigon – and a major staging area for the Viet Cong. “Some of the [squad members] were still downing their C-rations for breakfast when TC’s squad was commissioned to lead the way in. With TC at point, the squad made their way through the head-high grass to the perimeter of the plantation. Visibility
Forbis&Dick Funeral Homes
Locally owned & operated • Serving Stokesdale, Greensboro, Oak Ridge & Summerfield
10
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
would be extremely limited once they stepped inside the massive grove of trees,” said Dowdy. “The squad hadn’t gotten in very far, only 20 to 25 feet, when a short barrage of fire broke out. And then there was silence. “The Viet Cong had been dug in, watching, waiting and ready. TC’s squad leader called for Albert’s squad to come provide assistance,” said Dowdy. “The soldier directly behind TC who had seen him go down called for Albert, [who] made his way to the front, crawling, and found TC dead, apparently killed instantly.” When it was safe, Alvarez and other soldiers carried TC back to their compound. He was two months shy of his 20th birthday, and left behind his wife Florence and their 7-month-old son, Keith. TC had only been in Vietnam for two months and six days and in the Army for seven months and 13 days. Alvarez was back on patrol within a few days. Six weeks later he sustained two gunshot wounds and was hospitalized for nearly a month. “[Stories like this] are held in the chest of the military who have given their most to make this the land of the free, home of the brave,” Dowdy told the crowd. “Many stories are untold. Others are constant reruns in the theater of their minds. As Albert shared his story, it was not like telling an event; it was as fresh as yesterday morning. He is one for whom the guns of war have never fallen silent.”
We’re on Facebook and so are your neighbors facebook.com/NorthwestObserver
around town Stokesdale Veterans Day Service, Nov. 11 Photos by Gerri Hunt/NWO
A veteran at the Stokesdale Veterans Day Service on Nov . 11 raises his ar m toward the sky at the end ale of his military br to the Stokesd ne yo er ev . an ls es ch’s song. ia com ater Southard wel n of Vulcan M dy w la an e R th ef n hi o C al re erans Memori Assistant Fi held at the Vet e, ic rv Se s an Veter
Red, White & Blue Thank You celebration, Nov. 12 Photos by Patti Stokes/NWO
and every day!
The Summerfield Elementary PTA honored veterans, active military members and military families with a Red, White & Blue Thank-You celebration. Beginning in October, photographs were collected for a Wall of Honor that is proudly displayed in the school’s main entrance hallway. “Photos of mothers, fathers, grandfathers, great-grandfathers, brothers, sons and uncles of our students and staff are highlighted – even a former Summerfield student’s picture is displayed!” said Summerfield Elementary Principal Jill Walsh. “The Wall of Honor is a moving tribute and reminder of the sacrifices our loved ones have made for our freedom – students and teachers proudly share their pictures with each other as they pass it each day. About 50 veterans and military family members attended the celebration. Fifth graders sang several patriotic songs, and students had the honor to introduce their hero to the group. Afterwards, light refreshments were served. “It was an honor to celebrate our American heroes who sacrificed and served our country,” Walsh said.
Our dental family gives us a reason to smile each Thanksgiving ...
946. Army from 1943-1 , 92 , served in the field ft) er (le m on m yt Su La of . M er Robert on, Sr. (fath yt La id av D m , fro ew y ph m the Ar At right is his ne yton); he served in La id . av tte D lo r ar he ac Ch , te id’s wife Elementary P.E. ’s wheelchair is Dav rt be Ro ing uid G 1967-1969. Veterans Wayne Hill (left) and Tim Shoffner, standing in front of the Wall of Honor, saw each ot her at the Red, Whit e & Blue celebration for the first time since serving together in the Navy in the late 60 s.
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
Dr. Beth Borden (336) 644-2770
1009 Hwy 150W, Summerfield
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
11
mark your
Your best friend deserves the best care
calendar
KPS Kelly’s Pet Services PROFESSIONAL PET SITTING IN YOUR HOME Call to schedule a free consultation (336) 706-6706
www.petsit.com/kps
NEW CUSTOMERS:
50% OFF haircut with $60+ haircolor ask for Pita or Ashley
FREE hand treatment Melda’s Hair Designs
Submit your events online at
/kpspets
We give a percentage of profits to animal charities
BEAUTY SALON
Member, Pet Sitters International • Insured & Bonded
with facial or microderm ask for Brooke
4547-A Hwy 220 N, Summerfield (336) 643-7799 • Evening hours on Thurs.
Click “community calendar” on the left-hand side Deadline is 5:30 p.m. Friday, one week before publication “Compassionate, Comprehensive Care”
compassionate
“Compassionate, State-of-the-art Comprehensive State-of-the-art Care”
personal
“Compassionate, Comprehensive State-of-the-art Care”
Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
“Compassionate, Comprehensive State-of-the-art Care”
Karen Nasisse, DVM
Karen Nasisse, DVM
Ph 336-643-8984
Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
Fax 336-643-8987 Karen Nasisse, DVM
1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
(336) 382-5939 • bobbiegardner.com
Karen Nasisse, DVM
Karen Nasisse, DVM
Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
Karen Nasisse, DVM
Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
_________________________________ Date
_________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Date Has an appointment
Has an appointment
_________________________________ Time
____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment
____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment
_________________________________ Date
_________________________________ Time
_________________________________ Date
hold its annual stew on Nov. 21. Cost is $6 per quart; call (336) 643-0790 to pre-order, or come by the department to buy it from 8:30 a.m. until sold out.
Now collecting pet food and supply donations
through the end of November to benefit animals in need
____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment
Has an appointment
_________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Time Date Time Date Time
____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment
_________________________________ Date
_________________________________ Time
_________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Time Date Date Time Has an appointment HasTime an appointment Has an appointment
Stokesdale FD Stew | Stokesdale Fire Department will ____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment
_________________________________ Time
____________________________________________________________________ Has an appointment
Tree Lighting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 21 at Summerfield Athletic Park, located at 5200 U.S. 220. Enjoy carols, light refreshments, drinks and s’mores by a crackling bonfire. The Town and the Summerfield Merchants Association will be collecting food for the Backpack Buddy Program at northern and northwest Guilford County schools, and the Backpack Club at Oak Ridge UMC. For more info, see ad on page 32.
SUNDAY, NOV. 22 Thanksgiving Service | A community Thanksgiving service will be held at Oak Ridge UMC, 2424 Oak Ridge Road, at 6 p.m. on Nov. 22. Oak Ridge Presbyterian Interim Pastor Marti Hazelrigg will deliver the message. An offering will be taken up, with donations going toward providing for needs at Oak Ridge Elementary School.
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
Realtor® / Broker
“Compassionate, Comprehensive State-of-the-art Care”
Tree Lighting | The annual Summerfield Christmas
12
Bobbie Gardner
_________________________________ Date
_________________________________ Time
facebook.com / NorthwestObserver
Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987
Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
SATURDAY, NOV. 21 Church Bazaar | Flat Rock UMC, located at 6720 U.S. 158, Stokesdale, will hold its Fall Bazaar and Bake Sale on Nov. 21 from 7 to 11 a.m. Delicious breakfast, homemade baked goods, handmade crafts and many vendors. Proceeds benefit UMW Mission Program. More info: (336) 643-5700.
Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
_________________________________ Date
Call for a SPECIAL OFFER!
“Compassionate, Comprehensive State-of-the-art Care”
Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987
_________________________________ Time
December is Senior Wellness Month
Karen Nasisse, DVM
_________________________________ Date
caring responsive
Karen Nasisse, DVM
Ph 336-643-8984 Ph 336-643-8984 Fax 336-643-8987 Fax 336-643-8987 1692 NC 68N, Suite J, 27310
Get. Be. Stay. Connected
“Compassionate, Comprehensive State-of-the-art Care”
“Compassionate, Comprehensive State-of-the-art Care”
FRIDAY, NOV. 20, & SUNDAY, NOV. 22 Karen Nasisse, DVM Karen Nasisse, DVM Operation Christmas Child | Oak Ridge Presbyterian Finding Church, 2614 Oak Ridge Road, will collect gift-filled Your Roots shoeboxes from 9 a.m. to noon on Nov. 20, and from “Compassionate, “Compassionate, “Compassionate, Comprehensive Comprehensive Comprehensive noon Care” to 4 p.m. on Nov. 22.State-of-the-art Learn to State-of-the-art Care”pack a shoebox at State-of-the-art Care” www.SamaritansPurse.org. More info: (336) 643-3452. Karen Nasisse, DVM
Karen Nasisse, DVM
Karen Nasisse, DVM (336) 643-8984 1692-J NC Hwy 68 N, Oak Ridge northwestanimalhospitalnc.com
“Compassionate, Comprehensive State-of-the-art Care”
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
Dr. Julie Dudak 1726 Oak Ridge Road (336) 644-8789 M - F, 7:30 - 5:30 • Sat, 8 -1
oakridgevillagevet.com | follow us on
$5
OFF hair cut
Available through Haley or Megan New clients only. Valid through 11/30/2015
To contact us, call (336) 992-9500
CELEBRATION
BITS & PIECES
Holiday happenings The Summerfield Christmas Tree Lighting event will be held on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 5:30 p.m., at Summerfield Athletic Park, 5200 U.S. 220. Enjoy Christmas carols, light food, drink, and s’mores by a crackling bonfire. The Town and the Summerfield Merchants Association are collecting food for the Backpack Buddies program, so bring nonperishables to the event or to a participating merchants’ drop-off location (for details, see ad on page 32). The 27th annual Greensboro Festival of Lights will be held on Friday, Dec. 4, from 6 to 9 p.m. in downtown Greensboro. A musical stroll will span seven blocks along Elm Street, with 25 performing groups. For more information, visit www.FestivalofLightsGSO. org or call (336) 274-4695. The Kernersville Christmas Parade will roll
BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY Annie Elliott, daughter of Sarah and William Elliott, was born and raised in the Summerfield area and attended school there. She married Clayton McLaughlin of Draper, South Dakota and moved there shortly after their wedding, but remained close to many in the Summerfield area.
on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 2:30 p.m., from the N.C. 66/East Mountain Street intersection to Kernersville Elementary School, 512 West Mountain Street. Visit www.kernersvillenc.com or call (336) 993-4521 for more information. The Stokesdale Holiday Parade will roll through downtown at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12. Entry forms are due at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20, along with a $15 application fee (excluding Scout troops, civic, church and nonprofit groups, public school groups and dignitaries/elected officials). The equine entry fee is $5. Members of Crossroads Community Church will emcee the parade again this year, and entrants are asked to provide an announcement they would like read.
Annie and Clayton will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Jan. 21, 2016, and Annie will celebrate her 85th birthday on Nov. 21. Her family requests a card shower for her birthday. Cards can be sent to Ann McLaughlin, Countryside Living, 2100 N. Wisconsin St., Apt. 232, Mitchell, SD 57301.
for celebration ad rates:
For more information, call (336) 707-7279 or email StokesdaleParade@yahoo.com.
e-mail: celebrations@nwobserver.com call: 644-7035, ext. 10
Complete care for your entire family LeBauer HealthCare at Brassfield provides comprehensive care for infants, children, adolescents, and adults – so you can enjoy the convenience of having one medical home for all your family’s healthcare needs.
Saturday December 5th Dr. Hannah Kim
LeBauer HealthCare at Brassfield 3803 Robert Porcher Way, Greensboro | (336) 286-3442
www.lebauer.com
Dr. Stephen Hunter
Oak Ridge Town Park 6231 Lisa Drive Oak Ridge, NC 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
For more info contact Guilford County Environmental Services at 641-3792, or the Oak Ridge Town Hall at 644-7009.
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
13
OAK RIDGE WATER ...continued from p. 1
stating they wanted to serve all their customers in Forsyth County before they sold any water outside the county. The only reason they sold it to Stokesdale is because the federal government asked them to [because of water contamination]. Randy was going to talk to them anyway, so he said he would ask again. It looks like they changed their mind.” Braswell said he was in talks with the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities Division regarding a 2030 expiration date on Stokesdale’s water contract. A new con-
tract is expected to be signed in the spring, reflecting perpetuity. While he was at it, he asked about neighboring Oak Ridge. “Our water line goes all the way to the Food Lion Shopping Center [Kings Crossing], which as the crow flies through the woods is about a mile (to the Oak Ridge Fire Department, where a water tower would be located),” said Braswell. Sullivan agreed that (Kings Crossing) would be a potential connection site, and that one phase of Oak Ridge’s plan from the past envisioned a loop from Kings Crossing, down N.C. 68 to Linville Road and Haw River Road. Municipal water has been on the minds of Oak Ridge leaders almost
since the Town was incorporated in 1998. In 2001-02, engineering firms estimated the cost at $6.6 to $7.9 million, plus $2 million for Rockingham County to provide surface water and connections to its system. By 2004, however, Aqua North Carolina approached Oak Ridge about installing and operating the Town’s municipal water system, and signed a contract the next year. But Aqua reneged in 2007 when a new company president announced the new estimated $33 million cost was not financially feasible. “We initially contacted Rockingham County in 2004 and they were ready and willing to be our water source. Winston-Salem and Greensboro were out,” said Sullivan, who has served on the Oak Ridge Water Committee for the last several years. “Earlier this year, they confirmed that commitment.” In 2009, the Town had an engineer draw up plans for the first phase of a water system, including running the main line down N.C. 68 and erecting a water tower behind the fire station on Linville Road. They sought federal stimulus money, but missed the deadline to apply. As it turned out, the stimulus money was not available for infrastructure anyway. But at least the Town now had plans in hand.
EAGLE IS ABOUT NEIGHBORS TAKING CARE OF NEIGHBORS
Stay Healthy TM 1510 North NC Hwy 68 | 336 644 0111 | eaglemds.com
14
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
“The issue has been dormant until recently,” said Sullivan. “Last year, I had the thought that we could begin our system with community well systems serving the new subdivisions being developed.” Oak Ridge passed an ordinance last March which puts it in “ready position” to establish a water department and a water system, and is in the process of drafting an ordinance to define the scope and operation of the system. “Going forward, the Town will own and operate the new community well systems,” said Sullivan. The ordinance will include pipe specifications so developers will build future well systems
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
to municipal standards, and will outline the procedure by which the Town will acquire the systems. “Then it will be a simple matter of connecting the pipes to the municipal water system [when it’s available],” he said. “We anticipate having our first (community well) system in operation sometime next year.” As for the community wells already installed by Aqua, Sullivan said that company is not interested in selling the systems to the Town – nor would it be beneficial for the Town to purchase them. “Those systems, in terms of existing piping, would not be adequate for the volume and pressure needed to connect to the municipal system anyway,” he noted. Sullivan said a municipal system would likely be built in about five phases, “over a significant period of time – like 10 or 20 years – depending on how we can pay for it, more than anything else. This is just the beginning of the process, and there are lots of factors to consider along the way.” Braswell agreed, and added that a key factor in the equation is how many gallons of water per day Oak Ridge would need. Stokesdale’s contract with Winston-Salem limits the Town to purchasing 300,000 gallons per day – a far cry from the 95,000 gallons per day that Stokesdale is currently using, although new developments such as Northwest Meadows on Eversfield Road will connect to the system. The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ formula is 400 gallons per day per household, said Braswell. “A lot depends on what Oak Ridge needs and if Stokesdale can supply those needs… at least we can begin those conversations now,” Braswell said. “Regardless of the outcome, whether they buy it or not, it moves Oak Ridge a step further with another option.”
16 Staging your home: Five key areas
18 Northwest Guilford
real estate briefs
22 See which new and
existing homes have sold in your area, and for how much
McLean Mortgage Corporation Cover photo by Annette Joyce
Front row: Julie Scott, Jackie Taylor, Iris Recinos, Pam Thompson. Back Row: Kimberly James, Robin Powell, Amanda McFadden, Char-Lee Smith, David Nishan, Vatche Manoukian, II, Jennifer Yoo.
17
Staging the front porch
Putting you first
Where prospective buyers get their first impression
It’s all about you! Your wants. Your needs. Your dreams. Whether you’re selling or buying, give me a call and I’ll help transform your dreams into reality.
Welcome Home!
Donna Smith Realtor ® / Broker / CSP
www.donnastriadhomes.com (336) 549-0214 • donna@donnastriadhomes.com
Protecting your interests when buying or selling a home We are experienced and fully trained under the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s newest real estate rules.
8004 Linville Rd, Suite E-3 Oak Ridge (336) 643-4623
...and committed to making your real estate transaction a smooth, seamless process from start to finish.
attorneybillbarbour.com
16
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
by MARIA ADAMS, interior designer It’s been proven that a beautifully staged home will attract more buyers and help you sell your house faster. When the market is sluggish, you want to put your best foot forward to attract the right Live, colorful plants, fresh paint and chairs or benches buyer. When the market is are inexpensive ways to add welcoming touches to your hot, you want to put your home’s front porch. best foot forward to win Light and numbers. Change out the over the other houses on the market. exterior light fixture if it’s older than five Below are five key rooms to stage years. A brand-new light fixture will make when putting your house on the real it seem that interior fixtures are new too. estate market. Update the house numbers so they are Front Porch clearly visible. Foyer Furnishings and accessories. If you Family Room have room on the porch, add a bench Kitchen or small chair. Place a decorative pillow on the bench/chair and put an attractive Master Bedroom/Bath welcome mat at the front door. If there is In this issue, we’ll talk about the front wall space, hang outdoor metal artwork. porch, where prospective buyers get their Plants that pop. Potted plants are a first impression of your home. The front must! Flowers and greenery always make porch says a lot about the house and the people smile. Use plants that will keep people that once dwelled in it. If it’s well for many months with minimal upkeep. kept, nicely decorated and has a welcomFor the best results, use evergreens with ing feeling, buyers will perceive that the seasonal annuals. rest of the house is the same. Here are four quick tips to make your front porch as In future issues we will discuss the irresistible as the rest of the house. best way to stage your foyer. For past and present staging articles, visit Maria’s blog Repair and repaint. Thoroughly check at www.mariaadamsdesigns.com/blog. your brick, stone, wood, glass, etc., and repair anything that is not completely up to par. Give the door, wood posts and siding a new coat of paint if it’s peeling or cracking. Check your door bell to make sure the button is not broken and that it works properly (you’d be surprised how many houses I visit that have broken door bell buttons).
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
Maria Adams is a local interior designer specializing in residential and commercial design. Her passion is improving one’s quality of life through graceful interiors, inspiring writing and spiritual mentoring. Maria is a charter member of the Southern Living/Coastal Living Designer Network.
McLean Mortgage Corporation Specializing in on-time, stress-free closings When you step through the doors of McLean Mortgage Corporation, located on Green Valley Road in Greensboro, you may notice a calmness that permeates both the office and the staff. This isn’t just the ambiance, however. It’s indicative of the company’s tagline “Relax, We’ve Got You Covered,” and is at the foundation of how the company does business. David Nishan, a certified mortgage banking specialist and office manager, says he and his staff work diligently to ensure their clients have a stress-free experience. “We’re dedicated to providing unsurpassed customer service,” he says. “Most people think about home financing a few times in their life. We think about it every day.” David got into the residential mortgage business 16 years ago. After working for a large bank, he decided there was a better way to do business. Joining ranks with McLean Mortgage Corporation, he established the company’s first North Carolina office over six years ago. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, McLean has offices throughout the mid-Atlantic region and has grown to become one of the top 50 correspondent mortgage lenders in the nation. “The company was founded with the core belief that home loans need to be handled by a team of in-house professionals,” David says. “By controlling each phase of loan processing, underwriting and funding, we are able to provide our clients with exceptional customer service and on-time closings.”
At McLean, loan officers work directly with the clients, backed by a team of dedicated loan managers, processors and underwriters. Each team member is committed to making sure loans close when promised. David, along with licensed mortgage advisors Char-Lee Smith and Vatche Manoukian, II, originate all transactions but have their own team of individuals to manage key components of the loan approval process such as appraisals, title work, tax transcripts, etc. This in-house team concept allows each loan to flow through the lending milestones much more quickly. Weekly meetings and reports keep all parties involved with the transaction, including Realtors and closing attorneys, updated on the status of the loan closing. “In today’s challenging financial environment, it’s critical to align yourself with individuals who specialize in residential mortgages,” says David. “Our ongoing educational efforts and team approach uniquely allows us to qualify and close loans in a much more efficient manner. Loan files are handled in-house and smoothly transitioned from processing to underwriting and funding. “Due to new federal and state disclosure guidelines, most banks are now taking 45 to 60 days to close loans,” he adds. “At McLean we can still close loans in a more timely manner due to our superior technology and model of loan origination and underwriting.” McLean is also committed to providing its clients with the most desir-
able financing programs and favorable interest rates. “As an independent lender, we have over 16 investors allowing us to shop rates and programs that best fit our clients’ financing preferences. Programs include conventional, FHA, USDA, VA, jumbo and construction loans,” David notes. Having experience with how other banks and mortgage companies operate, David appreciates the differences in how McLean does business, and feels the company’s approach fosters long lasting friendships and relationships; that’s both good for the client, and also yields future referrals. “These referrals have allowed our business to grow every year, with over $50 million in mortgages originated already in 2015 and over $1.5 billion each of the last two years as a company,” says David. David moved to the Triad from Seattle, Washington, 17 years ago, after losing a bet with his twin brother, Peter. “We had agreed that whoever got married first, the other brother would relocate,” says David. His brother, a cardiologist with Cone Hospital, won that bet, but David is thankful he moved to the Triad. “I love the area and can’t imagine living anywhere else,” he says. “In fact, my brother and I have convinced most of our extended family to move to North Carolina.” But, the biggest plus of all is his recent marriage to Melissa. “I was so busy building my mort-
Photo courtesy of David Nishan
David and Melissa’s daughters, Hannah, Maiya and Nichole.
Photo courtesy of David Nishan
David and Melissa Nishan just celebrated their first wedding anniversary. gage business that it left little time for relationships,” David says. “When I met Melissa, my whole life changed. She made me realize I could reach a balance between the demands of the mortgage industry and a personal life.” Married just a little over a year ago, the couple resides in Oak Ridge. They have three daughters, Nichole, Hannah and Maiya, and two beloved dogs, Louis, a Yorkiepoo, and Levi, a Yorkie.
Mortgage Corporation | regarding NMLS ID #99665 ForMcLean more information (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org) home financing, David can be reached at (336) 215-5597 or dnishan@mcleanmortgage.com
REAL ESTATE briefs
Stokesdale landmark has new owner, new purpose The “castle house” that sits at the corner of Vaughn Street and U.S. 158 in Stokesdale has been given new life. Recently purchased by Attorney Ronald D. Ingle, Jr., this distinctive property is now home to Ingle’s law practice, Ingle Law, PLLC. Until recently, the firm occupied three different suites at the Oak Ridge Business Center. “My staff had
Helping families in northwest Guilford County with all their real estate needs
Johnnye Letterman Realtor® (336) 601-6012 johnnye@johnnyeletterman.com
grown to four full-time employees and two part-time employees,” says Ingle. “I decided it made more economic sense to purchase instead of renting.” At this point, the law firm is occupying the entire Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO building but Ingle says Ingle Law, PLLC now occupies this historic landmark in Stokesdale. he might be interested in “renting out an office or two to another local attorney.” tice in the beautiful town of Stokesdale. “I am particularly happy to be able to move my Ingle and his staff are excited to be part of the practice into such a historic landmark in this town. It Stokesdale community. has an ambiance and atmosphere that is second to “We opened in September 2011 in Oak Ridge,” none.” says Ingle. “We are thankful to the folks of northwest Guilford County for their support for the past four years and are looking forward to the next phase of our prac-
The office is located at 8512 U.S. Highway 158 in Stokesdale.
Under construction ... more fine homes from Builders MD
Owners Casey and David Flanders with their sons, Easton and Noah
Riverside in Oak Ridge
18
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
(336) 362-2234 www.buildersmd.com facebook.com/buildersmd
Waterline extension plans in the works
Hawks joins Allen Tate
STOKESDALE – Plans to extend Stokesdale’s municipal water system at Eversfield Road are moving forward, courtesy of developer Keystone Group.
Realtor David Hawks has joined Allen Tate Realtors Oak Ridge. A resident of Kernersville, Hawks has an extensive background in management. He also served in the N.C. Army National Guard for nine years.
At its Oct. 8 meeting, the Stokesdale Town Council approved a contract with Keystone, which asked to extend the town’s waterlines to Northwest Meadows, a 90-lot subdivision planned at 7901 Eversfield Road, just south of Athens Road. The council also approved submittal of engineering plans and specifications for the project to the North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural Resources. Until DENR provides an “Authorization to Construct,” contracts may not be awarded nor can construction begin. Additionally, council approved a three-party agreement among the Town of Stokesdale, Keystone Group and the North Carolina Department of Transportation, to encroach on the right of way
of Eversfield Road, extending southeast 2,910 feet from the Athens Road intersection. According to the agreement, the estimated cost to extend the waterlines is $200,000, excluding tap fees and meters. Keystone has agreed to fully finance and install, and convey the waterline extension to the Town of Stokesdale; the extension project will include 12 fire hydrants. Council also approved a preliminary draft letter to five potential water customers whose Eversfield Road properties will have access to the water system when the lines are extended to the new Northwest Meadows subdivision. These residents will be offered a tap and meter box installation at a discount during construction of the extended lines; if they accept the offer but choose not to hook up to the town’s water system, however, they will be billed a monthly dry tap fee.
READY OR NOT...
FALL IS HERE
CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE. WE’LL KEEP YOU WARM ALL SEASON LONG.
www.trane.com
Ask about special financing 7101 US 158, Stokesdale • (336) 643-7397 NEW SYSTEM INSTALLATION • SERVICE • REPAIR See your independent Trane dealer for complete program eligibility, dates, details and restrictions. Special financing offers valid on qualifying equipment only. All sales must be to homeowners in the United States. Void where prohibited. The Home Projects® Visa® card is issued by Wells Fargo Financial National Bank. Special terms apply to qualifying purchases charged with approved credit at participating merchants. The special terms APR will continue to apply until all qualifying purchases are paid in full. Reduced Rate APR: Monthly payments of at least 1.75% of the purchase balance are required during the special terms period. No Interest if Paid In Full within 15 Months: Regular minimum monthly payments are required during the special terms period. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date at the APR for Purchases if the purchase balance is not paid in full within the promotional period. For newly opened accounts, the regular APR is 27.99%. The APR will vary with the market based on the U.S. Prime Rate. The regular APR is given as of 1/10/2014. If you are charged interest in any billing cycle, the minimum interest charge will be $1.00. The regular APR will apply to certain fees such as a late payment fee or if you use the card for other transactions. If you use the card for cash advances, the cash advance fee is 5.0% of the amount of the cash advance, but not less than $10.00. Monthly payment if shown based on $7,100 purchase.
clients will be served well.” When he’s not working with clients, Hawks most enjoys spending time with his 12-yearold daughter, Zoey. He’s a selfproclaimed “bookworm,” snow skier and scuba enthusiast. If Hawks he’s not pursuing those activi“David exemplifies profesties, Hawks says you’ll most likely find sionalism in every aspect of the real eshim “at the gym pounding a few miles tate transaction, said Lori Yager, branch out on the treadmill.” manager of Allen Tate’s Oak Ridge office. “We are proud to attract such a Hawks can be reached at (336) 382talented professional and know that our 2345 or david.hawks@allentate.com.
Bridgehead rezoning continued … again OAK RIDGE – After a long discussion among the Oak Ridge Town Council, property owners, a Realtor and an attorney, a public hearing regarding the rezoning of 29.3 acres on Bridgehead Road was continued on Nov. 5 – for the third time. A request to rezone the property from agriculture (AG) to conditional use-rural preservation district (CU-RPD), for a proposed 27-lot development, went before the planning and zoning board in late July. The Town Council granted the applicant’s request to continue a public hearing from August until September. Following the death of one of the property owners, the Planning and Zoning Board requested a 60-day continuance until the November council meeting. At the Nov. 5 council meeting, attorney Mark Isaacson requested another continuance – this time until December – to address concerns raised by neighbors and stakeholders of the property which were brought up at the Oct. 22 Planning and Zoning Board meeting. Greg and Mary Campbell, who own a portion of the property, said they were “unaware of considerable concerns” prior to the Oct. 22 meeting, when neighbors complained they had not been contacted by the buyer or developer for feedback. However, Dede Cunningham, the buyer’s agent, said she had spoken with the neighbors in early June, and mailed them information later. “It was a surprise that one of the prop-
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
erty owners spoke in opposition,” Cunningham said of the Planning and Zoning Board meeting. Councilman Mike Stone pointed out that citizens were in the audience ready for a public hearing that had been advertised. He suggested the case be remanded back to the Planning and Zoning Board. “I agree, but the alternative is to ask one of the parties to represent themselves without their attorney here,” said Councilman Ray Combs. “I think we should continue, with the understanding that we are not happy about it.” Mayor Spencer Sullivan said, “The developer has a new attorney [Isaacson] who is fresh on this case... But I’m not pleased with it either.” Councilman George McClellan agreed with Stone, but said he was sensitive to the absence of one of the attorneys. “My heart goes out to the folks who came out for this public hearing,” McClellan said. “This is a decision to uphold due process and the right of a person to have their attorney present in this room. We have to support that right above all else.” “We don’t change a process because someone changes an attorney,” said Stone, who voted against the continuance, which passed 4-1.
...more Briefs on p. 22
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
19
Not your average home builder Friddle and Company, Inc. offers a unique perspective on construction and design. We build custom homes from $500,000 to over $1 million and have become known for our attention to detail, creativity and exceptional customer care.
We are here to help you from conception to completion
gh
Ray Bullins Construction Co., Inc. | (336) 345-3263 | raybullinsconstruction.com
Friddle and Company, Inc. Michael and Paige Friddle Phone: 404-0160 or 908-0966
www.FriddleAndCompany.com
Nov2015Ad.indd 1
11/9/2015 3:51:46 PM
IT’S MORE THAN JUST A
R&K Custom Homes: Exceeding expectations one h
• Residential & commercial • On-site owner supervision Call Mike at (336) 362-4462 or Casey at (336) 706-1887
Casey Johnson Commie Johnson Rick Lee
Mike Lee
johnsonandleellc.com
When only the best will do
In 1992, Rich and Kathy Dumas started R&K Custom Homes and quickly began to establish their new company as a premier home builder for the Guilford County area. Since then, this innovative custom home builder has built over 300 stunning homes. More importantly, R&K’s reputation for unsurpassed quality, attention to detail and unrivaled customer service continues to attract both new and repeat clients.
“Understanding your goals is our first step to ensure that your new home is not only beautiful, but functional and comfortable as well,” says Kathy. “We carefully review your lifestyle and desired family living as key characteristics when designing your home.
At R&K Custom Homes, providing a high quality home is the No. 1 priority. “Our customers can count on outstanding craftsmanship combined with distinctive taste,” says Rich. “Our extraordinary new home designs are filled with character, warmth and fine details to not only meet your expectations, but greatly exceed them.”
R&K Custom Homes creates a balanced combination of elegant design and exceptional construction. “We design custom homes to enhance and integrate outdoor living spaces and natural lighting. Detailed selections for doors, windows, walkways, flooring, room layouts, driveways, ceilings and more are some of the choices you will have during our comprehensive custom home design process.”
To accomplish this, Rich and Kathy start with the basics – getting to know you, your lifestyle and determining exactly what you need and want in a new home.
“Our new homes reflect the personality and style of each homeowner, a result of the important analysis that goes into each and every custom home design.”
With R&K Custom Homes, you’re never alone. “We will walk you through the entire
Brought to you by BSI Builder Services (336) 382-9085 • naylorcustom@gmail.com
www.naylorcustomhomes.com
Jason Smith (336) 451-4921
Tonya Gilbert (336) 215-7138
Custom Home Communities | BSInewhomes.com
Birkha
Summer
Quality
is a standard in our homes...not an upgrade
Don Mills
Builders, Inc. More than 25 years of hands-on experience
Homes available in NorthRidge
(336) 362-1777
A family business, we take pride in our hands-on craftsmanship. Let us create your dream home in one of the neighborhoods we’re currently building in – or wherever you want to be!
www.donmillsbuilders.com
(336) 643-4219 | www.DisneyCustomHomes.com
Co-owners Don and Annette Mills
HOUSE – IT’S A LIFESTYLE
home at a time
Building dreams one home at a time
decision-making process, from researching available home loans and selecting a lot to choosing colors and creating an attractive landscape,” says Kathy.
Looking to build? Contact us today to schedule a consultation
“We’re dedicated to turning your ideas and vision into reality. Our long-term relationships with our customers and repeat referrals are a testament to our commitment to helping you achieve the home of your dreams!”
(336) 575-4797
BrianThompsonHomes.com
(336) 643-3503 / 382-0728 www.RandKCustomHomes.net
aven
rfield
Rich & Kathy Dumas, owners
Linville Ridge
Dawn Acres
Knight’s Landing
Oak Ridge
Stokesdale
Oak Ridge
NorthRidge Stokesdale
You dream it
Multi-gold award-winning builder specializing in new home construction
Call today to schedule a private custom home consultation
...let us build it (336) 643-3503 or (336)382-0728
www.RandKCustomHomes.net
TRANSACTIONS Northwest-area new and existing home sales Recent home sales in and near your neighborhood impact the current market value of your home. The following is a list of new and existing home sale transactions in northwest Guilford County which have occurred over the last month. Look for more transactions in the Northwest Observer’s real estate section, now appearing in the third issue of each month.
SUMMERFIELD 2024 Scalesville Road (9.0 acres) $220,000 7316 Henson Forest Drive (Armfield) $583,500 5601 Monk Court (Henson Farms) $590,000
8306 Providence North Drive (Providence North) $296,000 8269 Coldwater Road $398,000 8122 Belews Creek Road $290,000
5902 Snow Hill Drive (Henson Farms) $590,000
OAK RIDGE
7620 Henson Forest Drive (Henson Forest) $325,000
8426 Linville Road (Barrow Place) $580,000
7501 Henson Forest Drive (Henson Forest) $490,000
7798 Polar Drive (Bear Creek) $510,000
5912 Highland Grove Drive (Highland Grove) $190,500
8505 Billet Place (Billet Place) $341,000
7200 Horseshoe Bend Trail (Polo Farms) $460,000
5803 Elkton Drive (Trenton) $384,500 7500 Keating Drive (Weatherstone) $200,500 7404 Hadleigh Court $975,000 2403 Oak Ridge Road $177,500 2040 Beeson Road $527,500
KERNERSVILLE 8129 Zinfandel Drive (Arbor Run) $500,000
5300 Red Fox Drive (Foxbury) $413,500
4394 Privet Drive (Bakersfield) $327,000
4910 Golden Acres Road (Golden Acres) $275,000
5525 Autumn Harvest Drive (Harvest Ridge) $365,000
7014 Equestrian Trail (Polo Farms) $450,000
5009 Golden Acres Road (Golden Acres) $297,500
3963 Lewiston Road (Edge of Farms) $166,000
6200 Herons Nest Court (Herons Nest) $500,000
5608 Crooked Oak Drive (Woodvale) $303,500
6321 Nesting Way (Herons Nest) $555,000
8101 Hillsdale Road $237,500
6639 Linville Ridge Drive (Linville Ridge) $577,000
5895 Stanley Huff Road $212,000
8805 E. Pepper Court (Pepper Ridge) $350,000
5540 U.S. 220 $285,000
8903 Clear Springs Road (Pepper Ridge) $295,000
STOKESDALE
8506 Case Ridge Drive (River Oaks) $425,000
8203 Angels Glen Court (Angels Glen) $315,000
8800 Case Ridge Drive (River Oaks) $327,000
8432 Pheasant Ridge Drive (Pheasant Ridge) $250,000
8116 Angels Glen Drive (Angels Glen) $300,000
2812 Norwell Court (Stonehenge) $250,000
5042 Harness Lane (Saddle Brook) $178,500
22
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
8403 Oak Meadow Drive (Meadow Ridge) $285,000 7703 Haw Meadows Drive (Meadow Ridge) $266,000 4056 Ridgeline Drive (Ridgecrest) $401,000
COLFAX 878 S. Bunker Hill Road (12.866 acres) $280,000
REAL ESTATE briefs ...continued from p. 19
Council approves developer’s sketch plan for 82.76 acres OAK RIDGE – At its Nov. 5 monthly meeting, the Oak Ridge Town Council unanimously approved a sketch plan for 82.76 acres on Happy Hill Road. D. Stone Builders is proposing a 76-lot development for the property, located just north of Warner Road. The sketch plan included lots, open space and right-of-way dedication. “Under rural preservation district (RPD) guidelines, 50 percent of the site must be designated as open space, which can consist of off-site septic areas, wells, recreation and common areas,” said Oak Ridge Planning Director Bill Bruce. “The intent of the RPD is to preserve rural character, manmade features and environmentally-sensitive areas.” Most notably, the plan preserves a significant portion of pastures and soybean fields along Happy Hill Road. “New homes are designed to be
tucked behind the existing tree line, or set back a significant distance from Happy Hill Road,” said Bruce. “Also, stream buffers, steep slopes and the forested area on the rear of the property are also proposed to be preserved.” As permitted in the RPD, minimum lot sizes will be 20,000 square feet. With sketch plan approval in hand, the applicant was to have a public hearing before the Oak Ridge Planning and Zoning Board on Thursday, Nov. 19, to rezone the property from agriculture (AG) to conditional use-rural preservation district (CU-RPD). That board will present its recommendation for approval or denial during the Dec. 3 Town Council meeting, at which a second public hearing will be held. Both hearings are set for 7 p.m. at Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Road.
Parcel rezoned for auto business, eatery OAK RIDGE – Twilight Outparcel LLC was granted unanimous approval by the Oak Ridge Town Council on Nov. 5 for the rezoning of 1684 N.C. 68, a piece of asphalt-paved property just south of N.C. 150 and the Shell station. Philip Cooke, owner of Twilight Outparcel, had submitted a request to rezone the 1.2-acre parcel from limited business (LB) to conditional use-general business (CU-GB). The property lies in the Scenic Corridor and the Greensboro (WS-III) Watershed overlay zones. Town planner Bill Bruce noted that Cooke wanted to limit the type of business at the location to four potential uses: minor auto repair services such as Jiffy Lube, auto supply sales, tire sales, or a drive-through restaurant.
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
Bruce further said those uses are consistent with the Town’s Land Use Plan, and that Town staff and the Planning and Zoning Board all recommended approval. Councilman Jim Kinneman emphasized the Scenic Corridor’s stringent restrictions, including those related to parking. Bruce said parking would be behind the facility. “It won’t be a chrome Denny’s, I understand, but the structure needs to flow with everything else,” said Councilman Mike Stone. “Our track record speaks for itself,” said Cooke, who spoke in favor of the rezoning during the public hearing. No one spoke in opposition.
...more Briefs on p. 24
Every home is valuable. Visit BHHSYostandLittle.com for your free Home Value Estimate. For more information on each listing, visit BHHSYostandLittle.com/MLS
5402 Westfield Drive
$1,850,000
2420 Ellisboro Road
MLS 718499
This artistic home has over 11,000 square feet on 4 levels. Elevator, 3 staircases, 8 fireplaces, 2 gourmet kitchens, 7 baths, guest quarters, pool, cabana, theater, exercise & yoga rooms. Landscaped grounds with waterfalls, gazebo, lake.
Ann Hardee 336-327-8440
$1,000,000
MLS 751001
Professionally-landscaped 26-acres with mature plantings, koi pond and gazebos. 3 bed / 3.1 bath with lots of space. Basement with hair salon/workshop/hobby room and family room. 5-car garage parking and several outbuildings.
Jamie Harrelson 336-889-9192
0 NC Highway 65
6304 Poplar Forest Drive
4000 Brass Cannon Court
Investment potential with excellent exposure/visibility to 220/65. Perfect for rezoning of multiple use and increased traffic. Borders the 220 right-of-way (future 68 connector and I-74). 3 parcels available between 21.29-62.32 acres.
4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms on ¾-acres with stunning detail in this luxury home. Large master with 2 walk-in closets and spa bath. 3 bedrooms, bonus areas on upper level. Game room, den, and sitting areas in walk-out basement.
Custom home on 2.35-acre cul-de-sac located on the 8 th hole of the GCC Farm Golf Course. Extensive landscaping with stream, waterfall and koi pond. Renovated kitchen and bathrooms with top quality features and granite tops.
$868,000
MLS 726224
Mark Yost 336-707-6275
$849,900 MLS 769208
Joyce Norris 336-327-3650
$825,000
MLS 752774
Melissa Greer
336-337-5233
7900 Hoskins Ridge Drive
8306 Linville Oaks Drive
7329 Henson Forest Drive
6300 Poplar Forest Drive
7002 Mustang Court
Custom-built home with oversized doorways, multiple laundries, charming porch and “friends door”. Rift and quarter sawn oak flooring, to an exceptional kitchen. No corner has been cut. A must see.
Custom home on premier secluded 1+ acre in Oak Ridge. Open floor plan, generous hardwood floors. Main level master, all bedrooms have adjoining bathrooms. Bonus room and loft area plus abundant walk in storage.
Stunning stone/brick home on .09-acre in desirable Armfield subdivision. Awesome floorplan with 5 beds / 5 baths. Chef ’s kitchen overlooks keeping room with fireplace and breakfast area leading to screen porch. A must see.
2006 Showcase of Homes. Chef’s kitchen with wine cooler, stainless GE Profile appliances, custom cabinets, granite counters, glass tile backsplash, eat-at island, breakfast, keeping. Main level master, each bed with private bath.
Picturesque retreat nestled on 2-acre wooded lot. Custombuilt by Wolfe Homes. Natural light, soaring ceilings. Open floorplan is comfortable to live and entertain in. Chef ’s kitchen with new stainless appliances. Main level master.
$759,000
Nancy Hess
MLS 773206
336-215-1820
$700,000
MLS 773303
Chandra Tippett 336-749-7977
6303 Poplar Forest Drive
4942 Hackamore Road
Wonderful 4 bed / 4.1 bath home. Main level master. Gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, gas cooktop, keeping. Greatroom, office, dining, bonus. Home theater. Screen porch, outdoor kitchen, excellent storage.
Incredible estate minutes from the city. Private culde-sac with nice landscaping, inground pool and new iron fencing. Entry opens into dramatic living room with cathedral ceiling, exposed beams and stone fireplace.
$609,900 MLS 718974
Joyce Norris 336-327-3650
$598,000
Melissa Greer
MLS 775834
336-337-5233
$675,000
Cookie Bobko
MLS 768372
336-346-1914
$649,500
MLS 752561
Tom Chitty 336-420-2836
8501 Billet Place
6334 Blue Aster Trace
Award Wining Builder. New 5 bedroom in popular Oak Ridge. Hardwoods, heavy moldings, stainless steel appliances, coffered ceilings in great room. Almost every room has an individual charm factor.
3-story, 4 bedroom / 3.1 bathroom brick home in Summerfield. Large main level bed with bath, great for parents/guests. Office/nursery/playroom on second, huge bonus on third. No carpets. Granite and JennAir appliances.
$510,500
Nancy Hess
MLS 766438
336-215-1820
$479,900
Nancy Hess
MLS 773022
336-215-1820
$629,900 MLS 732815
Sherri Hill
336-209-8482
8101 Lariat Drive
$419,000
MLS 772865
Affordable horse farm in sought-after Summerfield. 5.93-acres, 2004 Craftsman style, 3 bedroom home with front porch and screened porch overlooking pastures and pond. 6-stall barn with tack/feed, shed, and 2-car garage.
Nancy Hess
336-215-1820
8204 Kandi Drive
7507 William Bailey Road
7496 Bethel View Court
7825 Wilson Farm Road
1916 South Townsend Forest Lane
All-brick home with walkout basement. Bonus home and private screened back porch to enjoy the private backyard. Huge main level master suite. Northwest area.
Custom-built, single level, 4 bed / 3 bath home on 1.1-acres. Welcoming front and screened porches. Spacious, bright, and open. Stone fireplace with gas logs. Extensive trim. Beautiful kitchen with granite, gas range, huge pantry.
Updated former model home with stainless and granite in kitchen, custom tile backsplash, all new hardware, crown molding, new landscaping and 2-car detached garage with 2nd floor for studio on separate 220 electric panel.
Beautiful 4 bed / 3.1 bath family home in sought-after Wilson Farm. Granite counters, double pantry in kitchen. Large master. Private main level guest suite. Storage building on property. Stokesdale/Northwest schools.
Mountain lodge, farm-styled home with red oak beams, post and beam construction, open loft area. Open floorplan, main level master, huge sunroom with lots of windows overlooking the large, well-kept backyard, gardens, and lake.
$374,000
MLS 766966
Kathy McClelland 336-314-5637
$368,900 MLS 757652
Betty Callahan 336-403-5545
$365,000
Joe Tomlinson
MLS 770718
336-362-9336
$321,000
Caitlin Rogers
MLS 750965
336-580-6306
7776 Springdale Meadow Court
1200 NC Highway 150
8202 Springdale Meadow Court
3309 Cardinal Ridge Drive
Maintenance-free, 1.5-story with 3-car garage. Neutral and immaculate on level lot in Northwest community. Plenty of room to garden and play. Come take a look.
Inviting front porch with attractive flagstone. Spacious living room, stone fireplace with woodstove. Kitchen with plenty of cabinets, double pantry & great center island. Master bedroom has double vanity with walk in closets.
Move in ready. 0.97-acre low-maintenance lot with large frontyard, wooded backyard on quiet cul-desac street. Northwest schools. Cable/phone wired garage. Gas fireplace, security/fire system.
Open, spacious 1-story, 3 bed / 2 bath home in Cardinal. ¾ fenced, flat, private rear yard. New updates:carpet, roof, gas/air, stainless appliances. Laminated floor in kitchen, breakfast, laundry, foyer. Huge bath with garden tub.
$239,900
Nancy Hess
MLS 765899
336-215-1820
$225,000
Nancy Hess
MLS 771052
336-215-1820
Adams Farm 336—854—1333
•
$219,900 MLS 765665
Sandy Leib
Elm Street 336—272—0151 •
336-339-7285
$199,900
MLS 752612
Deryle Peaslee-Wood
Friendly Center 336—370—4000 •
336-601-4765
$299,900 MLS 718370
Joe Tomlinson
305 River Run
$168,900
MLS 761393
3 bed / 2 bath home with privacy fence on 0.5-acres. Vaulted greatroom, laminate floors, eat-in kitchen, double garage. Storage building, crawlspace underneath home. Super condition and in an excellent school district.
Kernersville 336—996—4256
©2015 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently operated subsidiary of HomeServices of America, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate, and a franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.
336-362-9336
Beth Brannan
336-253-4693
REAL ESTATE briefs ...continued from p. 22
Local builders finish five Habitat homes Photo courtesy of Greensboro Builders Association
7707 Northern Estates Point Greensboro, NC 27455
Make yourself at home...
$599,900 2 Owner’s Suites • 2 Laundry Rooms • Gourmet Kitchen Solid Oak Doors Throughout • .72-Acre Partially Wooded Lot 4 Bedrooms • Bonus Room • 3.5 Baths • 2 Linear Fireplaces 3-Car Garage • Tankless Water Heater • Outdoor Terrace
Scott Naylor (left) of Naylor Custom Homes and Francis Disney of Disney Construction Company volunteered during the “Raising Roofs…Builders for Habitat” initiative.
For the past 10 years, the Greensboro Builders Association (GBA) has partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro to build homes for deserving families who otherwise would not be able to own a home of their own. This year’s “Raising Roofs…Builders for Habitat” initiative was planned for Nov. 2-6, but due to weather, the builders began construction on Oct. 30 in order to complete the five homes. Participating builders included: Don Mills Builders, Inc., Disney Construction Company, Windsor Homes, Precept Construction, Naylor Custom Homes, Silverstein Construction Corp., Ron Foister Custom Homes, LLC, Gary Jobe Builder, Inc., J&B Builders, Inc. New Age Builders, Inc., John Hodgin Construction Co., LLC, SwiftCreek Construction, LLC,
JLB Remodeling, Inc., FM Contracting, LLC, DLM Builders, Inc., Brickwood Builders, Inc. and Keystone Homes. All five homes were completed in time for the dedication ceremony, which took place on Friday, Nov. 6, in Greensboro’s Quail Oaks subdivision. During the past decade, builders with GBA have built over 50 new homes and completed three home renovations. The GBA says that “habitat homes are simple, decent and affordable houses sold to hardworking families at no profit and with interest-free financing. In addition to a modest down payment, families contribute 300 hours of ‘sweat equity’ toward the purchase of their home. For ‘Raising Roofs’ homes, families volunteer on other construction projects to achieve the required hours.”
Looking to sell your land? Luisa Duran, Broker/Owner (336) 369-2187 • duran@kickinclouds.com
• Associate of the Year in Closed Volume, Ramilya Siegel Closed Listings and Closed Sales CRS, GRI, ABR, CDPE • Outstanding Achievement Award Realtor® • All 4 Quarters VIP, ramilya.siegel@allentate.com Allen Tate Oak Ridge ( )
www.kickinclouds.com 24
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
336 215-9856
/RamilyaSiegel
Come visit us at
7504 Summerfield Road Summerfield Dawn Stone (336) 312-4226
Phillip Stone (336) 908-6528
Nolan Weiler Johanna LaRose John Flynt (336) 500-3657 (336) 669-7669 (336) 687-6019
Residential properties
(336) 643-4248
Properties on Belews Lake
121 Gideons Mill Drive Stokesdale • $264,000 3 BR, 2 ½ BA, 2,400+ SF
8506 Kelly Lee Drive Stokesdale • $183,000 3 BR, 2½ BA, overlooks stream
2262 Reynolds Road Madison • $239,900 3 BR, 3 BA, immaculate
8041 Deer Hill Circle Belews Creek 3 BR, 2 ½ BA, 1.43 acres $396,000
6072 Marion Point Ct. Lakefront .93 acres • Forsyth Co. $238,000
315 Lake Point Lane Includes boat dock slip 2.31 acres • Forsyth Co. $109,000
319 Market Street Madison • $159,900 3 BR, 2 BA, 2,500+ SF
7702 Betsy Bruce Lane Summerfield • $196,000 3 BR, 2 BA ranch
7069 Lanier Road Summerfield • $314,900 3 BR, 2 ½ BA, one level
7610 Shelby Rae Court Stokesdale • Lakefront .64 acres • Forsyth Co. $189,000
Lot 5, Pauline Lane Lakefront 2.8 acres • Forsyth Co. $349,000
6010 Pauline Lane Lakefront 1.82 acres • Forsyth Co. $199,000
Commercial properties
8308 Deep Valley Road Summerfield • $165,000 3BR, 2BA, 1.46 acres, basement
1519 Brim Road Madison • $310,000 2 BR, 2BA, 52.93 acres rustic cabin, streams
807 Ayersville Road, Mayodan .72 acres ............................................................$25,000 8200 B&G Court, Stokesdale 3.22 acres in Guilford County ......................$149,000 NC Hwy 87, Reidsville 12.29 acres in Rockingham County.......................$1,300,000 30± acres • Hwy 220, Stokesdale Rockingham County • Potential for retail • 535 ft. of road frontage............$2,250,000
2334 Ellisboro Road Stokesdale • $137,500 Rockingham County 2+acres zoned n’hood commercial • 2,500+ SF
115 N Henry Street Stoneville • $46,900 Rockingham County Office/retail 1,000 SF
407 2nd Avenue Mayodan • $299,000 Rockingham County 15,000+ SF • Multiple rental opportunities
Land for sale
Rockingham Co. .45 acres • Pinewood Road, Madison ............................$3,500 Squire Lane/Victoria Circle, Madison ...........................$13,500 1.15 acres • Cartright Drive, Stokesdale .....................$16,500 1.21 acres • Shelby Lane, Madison ...............................$18,500 Lot 2 • Lemons Road, Stokesdale ................................. $29,000 2.88 acres • 8474 Southard Road, Stokesdale.......... $42,500 22± acres • Bobcat Road, Summerfield......................$96,475 28± acres • Gideon Grove Ch. Rd., Stokesdale......$250,000 30+ acres • Oak Level Church Road, Stokesdale ..$300,000 40.52 acres • Eden Church Road, Stokesdale .........$350,000 129± acres • Pearman Road, Summerfield ............$583,875 119± acres • Gideon Grove Ch. Rd., Stokesdale ...$775,000 Guilford Co. 8510 Belews Creek Road, Stokesdale .......................... $34,000 4+ acres • Self Road, Stokesdale................................... $65,000 7503 Moores Mill Court, Stokesdale............................ $89,900 8133 NC Hwy 68, Stokesdale .......................................$225,000 21+ acres • 8574 Belews Creek Road, Stokesdale ... $299,000 Stokes Co. 17.15 acres • Deer Tracks Lane, Lawsonville ............. $46,500
We’ll get you moving! At home in the Carolinas including seven offices in the Triad region: Asheboro • Burlington • Greensboro-Green Valley Greensboro-N. Elm • High Point • Oak Ridge • Winston-Salem
8750 Warner Road, Oak Ridge $2,750,000 - 4BR/3BA/1HBA - MLS#768736
8000 Perlette Court, Kernersville $699,900 - 4BR/4BA/1HBA - MLS# 761697
6 Rosebay Circle, Greensboro $549,500 - 5BR/4BA - MLS# 771375
140 Putter Lane, Summerfield $448,500 - 4BR/2BA/1HBA - MLS# 764446
Tammy Gardner 336-509-3303 Tammy.Gardner@allentate.com
Linda Mitchell 336-345-4046 Linda.Mitchell@allentate.com
Yvonne Stockard 336-509-6139 Yvonne.Stockard@allentate.com
Jeff Williams 336-394-8095 Jeff.Williams@allentate.com
6906 Spencer Dixon Road, Greensboro $440,000 - 3BR/2BA/1HBA - MLS# 760807
8229 William Wallace Drive, Summerfield $424,900 - 4BR/3BA/1HBA - MLS# 768541
5704 Fox Meadow Drive, Oak Ridge $409,900 - 4BR/2BA/1HBA - MLS# 760767
7796 Sutter Road, Greensboro $385,000 - 4BR/3BA - MLS# 764320
Tim Atkins 336-280-8016 Tim.Atkins@allentate.com
Roberta Wall 336-215-4537 Roberta.Wall@allentate.com
Ramilya Siegel 336-215-9856 Ramilya.Siegel@allentate.com
Becky Mills 336-314-3900 Becky.Mills@allentate.com
2667 Brooke Meadows Dr, Browns Summit $329,900 - 4BR/3BA - MLS# 766419
8210 Springdale Meadow Ct, Stokesdale $235,000 - 3BR/2BA/1HBA - MLS# 774417
5400 Willow Ridge Drive, Summerfield $199,900 - 3BR/2BA - MLS# 776414
390 C & N Smith Mill Road, Stoneville $194,900 - 3BR/1BA/1HBA - MLS# 773736
Kim Mathis 336-339-7757 Kim.Mathis@allentate.com
Bobbie Maynard 336-215-8017 Bobbie.Maynard@allentate.com
Beth Smith 336-676-3565 Beth.Smith@allentate.com
Delia Knight 336-643-2573 Delia.Knight@allentate.com
Asheboro 161 NC Highway 42 N, St E 336-633-1333
Burlington 3315 Garden Rd 336-227-3666
Greensboro-Green Valley 717 Green Valley Rd, St 300 336-273-7771
Official Partner of The Carolina Panthers
Greensboro-N. Elm 3623 N Elm St, St 100 336-315-2000
High Point 1400 Eastchester Dr 336-883-0069
Oak Ridge 2215 Oak Ridge Rd 336-644-1238
Winston-Salem 147 South Cherry St 336-722-0331
Colfax Persimmon Festival
Meals of Hope
Photos by Gerri Hunt/NWO
Photos by Patti Stokes/NWO
Ruth H artline, cla d tive “rain hat ,” snea in her innovaks a taste friend’s fo of her od during the 8 th an Colfax Pe n u rsimmon Festival o al 7 at the h n Nov. istoric 14 -ac Farm, wh ose struc re Stafford tures date to the ea back rly 1800s .
rowing from ts advice on spear th Tanner Blalock ge e festival old-time displays at th Tim Whaley. Other wheads rs, blacksmithing, arro included Model A ca and molasses making.
ent her lmes, 6, sp o H se li E k s as cing on roc n la a b h c n lu in circles. she walked
Sofia Estefan, 3, was the youngest volunteer to participate in the food packing event on Nov. 7.
The Lafayette Lo ngrifles set up a ca mp on the lawn of Stafford Farm du ring the festival.
Samuel K. Anders, CPA, MSA, PC 28 Years Experience
Individual, Corporate, Partnership & Payroll Tax Electronic Tax Filing Estate Planning Bookkeeping & Compilations
Oak Ridge Business Center
8004 Linville Rd, Suite G, Oak Ridge
d in the event mbers who participate me e dg Ri ak O of s nz, Dave Merchant Kimberly Stoll, Paul Be s, nk Ha il Ph R, to L Andy Michels. on included, am and (not shown) Be tt Ma , on rm Ha of Hope. Kiddy, Todd nated $1,500 to Meals do o als ion iat oc ass The business
Storage Buildings • Garages • Carports • Gazebos & more BEST quality BEST selection BEST prices BEST service • Bank financing • 90 days same as cash to qualified buyers
(336) 643-7577 or 1-800-467-8299 info@samanderscpa.com
a-based non-profit, Meals of Hope, a Florid of volunteer-mindhas brought thousands r to make a positive ed individuals togethe d packing events impact by bringing foo , schools, and to their local churches Saturday, Nov. 7, On s. other organization asant Ridge Road in Calvary Church on Ple ro hosted an event in northwest Greensbo bled over 30,000 which volunteers assem feed the hungry in boxes of food to help unding areas. Greensboro and surro
www.samanderscpa.com
3130 US Highway 220, Madison (336) 548-2735 • houseofstarsinc.com
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
27
Once Northwest reached Garner’s 44yard line, Homol closed the deal with two completions to Turner – the first, for 20 yards, and the second, a courageous 24yard reception with two defenders draped all over him. That brought the Vikings within one point of the Trojans, 28-27.
Welcome to
Head coach Jared Rolfes opted to leave his offense on the field and go for a two-point conversion.
A weekly section in the Northwest Observer focused on our local youth and the adults who positively impact them.
Hennigan, who replaced Homol at quarterback for the one play, caught the snap out of the shotgun, rolled to his right, and then seemingly out of nowhere threw the ball back towards the left side of the end zone where it dropped into the hands of Stone.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
Northwest hangs on to advance to second round of playoffs by L.A. LOGAN No. 13 Northwest Guilford Vikings (8-4, 2-3) advanced to the second round of the 4-AA NCHSAA football championships with a stunning 29-28 win over No. 4 Garner Magnet Trojans (9-3, 6-1) on Nov. 13.
When the Trojans jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter, the Vikings were left with little to cheer about – until Caleb Homol and Mitch Bryant hooked up for a 62-yard touchdown screen pass. Just before halftime, Thomas Hen-
Photo courtesy of Sue Stull
Mitch Bryant scored Northwest’s first touchdown from 62 yards out on the Vikings’ way to a 29-28 win over Garner, advancing the team to the second round of the 4-AA NCHSAA football championships on Nov. 20.
nigan leaped over four Garner defenders for a 21-yard catch that set up Tre’ Turner’s 18-yard receiving touchdown. The score was tied 21-21 at halftime. A Trojan touchdown led to a 28-21 score throughout the third and fourth quarters. With just under three minutes left in the fourth quarter, the defense and Justin Stone, who later said he just wasn’t ready for the season to end, forced a Garner punt. The Vikings, in a must score situation, had to march 73 yards to reach the end zone.
“Stone and I knew as well as the team that it was ‘Put up or shut up,’” said Hennigan. With 51 seconds on the clock, the Vikings’ defense forced a three-and-out and sealed the win. “We were underdogs and had momentum, so we went for the win,” said Rolfes. LOOKING BACK | “The win was huge for the program,” said Rolfes. “This year has been up and down, so to beat a program like Garner was huge. Garner hasn’t lost a Round 1 playoff game since 2004.” COMING UP | On Friday, Nov. 20, No. 13 Northwest plays No. 5 Fuquay-Varina (11-1, 6-1) in Raleigh in the second round of the 4-AA NCHSAA football championships.
...more Sports on p. 31
A+
Congrats Since 2008
28
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
to the Oak Ridge Chiropractic Giants for winning the SRA Championship! (336) 644-8078 www.orchiro.com
Granite starting at $29/sq. ft. installed
Quartz starting at $45/sq. ft. installed FREE sink with purchase (restrictions apply) Locally owned and operated
Visit our showroom for FREE estimates! Greensboro: 312 Dougherty St • 574-2755 www.prostoneusa.com
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
FEATURED ON
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.
NORTHERN
NORTHERN
TRATALIA RELIFORD, senior
ELLIE BURKITT,
Hometown: Moved from Danville, Virginia, to Greensboro
Hometown: Summerfield
Toughest class: English
Plans after high school: Attend college and get a job
It’s our 19 birthday! th
Dance
Dance
sophomore
Plans after high school: Attend a fouryear college Extracurricular activities: Invisible Children’s Club
Toughest class: AP World History
Extracurricular activities: Paws Up and dance activities
Most admired person: My mom
Most admired person: Julianne Hough (a dancer, singer, songwriter and actress)
Favorite sports team: New York Giants
Favorite sports team: Tar Heels
Favorite food: Fries
Favorite food: Pasta
Favorite band/musician: Chris Brown Favorite movie: “A Walk to Remember”
Favorite band: One Direction (an English-Irish pop boy band)
Any siblings? Three
Favorite movie: “The Proposal”
Best vacation ever: Cruise to Puerto Rico
Any siblings? One brother, Hunter
Years lived in the area: Seven Dream job: Nail technician
Years lived in the area: 10 years in North Carolina, five years in Virginia
Interesting/fun fact about yourself: “I’m very ticklish.”
Dream job: Something in the medical field
Nickname: “TT”
Interesting/fun fact about yourself: “I’m 5’7.”
One thing you would change about school: The amount of hours we attend Pre-performance ritual: Pray Ms. Kerrie King’s comments on Tratalia: “Tratalia is a very talented dancer who has been in my class for four years; I have watched her grow and blossom as a performer.”
Best vacation ever: Big Sky, Montana
One thing you would change about school: The homework load Pre-performance ritual: Pray Ms. Kerrie King’s comments on Ellie: “Ellie is a creative and passionate dancer and choreographer and is sophisticated beyond her years.”
Get. Be. Get. Stay. Be. Stay. Stay. Connected. Connected.
Get.Get. Be. Stay. Be.
Connected.
facebook.com/NorthwestObserver Connected. facebook.com/NorthwestObserver
facebook.com/NorthwestObserver
facebook.com/NorthwestObserver
Bringing the hometown news to northwest Guilford County
since November 1996
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
29
youth / school NEWS
Westergaard Kennels DOG BOARDING
Reserve now for Christmas and New Year’s!
Welcoming new clients to our family 5719 Bunch Rd, Oak Ridge • 643-5169 jingletail@mac.com • 27 years serving you
www.westbengoldens.com
Photo courtesy of Nancy Barber
Northwest Guilford athletic scholarship recipients attended a college signing ceremony on Nov. 12. Athletes are, from left, Hayley Barber, basketball at Campbell University; Emily Chaisson, softball at Mt. Olive University; Jordan Dale, track at Appalachian State University; Becca Gold, softball at King University; Laurel Kiselis, swimming at Cornell University (academic/recruited to join swim team); JR Pack, lacrosse at Queens University; Morgan Pointer, basketball at Gardner Webb University; Jocelyn Stoner, volleyball at UNC Charlotte; Samantha Tingler, softball at Coastal Carolina University; and Toni Tucker, basketball at Catawba College.
NWMS, Lowes recognize Hodges for positive behavior NW GREENSBORO – On Saturday, Nov. 7, Kelsey Hodges, a sixth-grader at Northwest Guilford Middle School, received a $100 gift certificate from Lowes Foods in Oak Ridge. She then used her certificate to purchase necessary food items to donate to Second Harvest Food Bank. As part of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports program, Kelsey was selected from among several students who turned in a completed behavior incentive card signed by her teachers. Stu-
Sophomore gets first scholarship offer
McLean Mortgage Corporation | NMLS ID #99665 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org)
30
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
Northwest Guilford High School studentathlete Tre’ Turner recently received his first Division 1 football scholarship offer, from Duke University. Only a Turner sophomore, Tre’ is 6’3”, weighed 175 pounds at the beginning of the football season, and plays football and basketball for the Vikings.
dents at NWMS are encouraged to show Viking P.R.I.D.E. (Personal Responsibility in Daily Efforts) and Kelsey has proven herself to be a shining example of this motto. Jeff Beane, manager of Lowes Foods in Oak Ridge, enthusiastically embraced the school’s efforts to promote positive behavior as well as service to the community. He donated the gift card and warmly welcomed Kelsey and her family, giving words of praise and encouragement for her efforts.
Photo courtesy of Rebecca Doyle
Lowes Foods manager Jeff Beane presents a $100 gift card to NWMS sixth-grader Kelsey Hodges.
Welcoming new patients Trust us to provide the expert care you need for every stage of life. Pediatrics to Geriatrics Accepting most insurance plans
Northwest Family Medicine
Kip Corrington, md
(336) 643-3378 • 7607-B Hwy 68 N, Oak Ridge King’s Crossing Shopping Center
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
Ashley Michaels, pa-c
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
...continued from p. 28
Northern’s CJ Freeman breaks out in first-round win by L.A. LOGAN No. 13 Northern Guilford (8-4, 5-3) went back to the basics to knock off No. 4 Corinth Holders (9-3, 4-1), 40-7 on Nov. 13. While offense wins games, defense wins championships. And on that note, Northern’s defense blocked a punt on Corinth Holders’ first possession that resulted in a safety.
Photo courtesy of ORYA
ORYA cheerleaders win first place
Oak Ridge Youth Association’s Junior Pee Wee cheer squad captured first place in the Northwest Midget Pop Warner Football League Local Cheer Competition on Oct. 18 in Danville, Virginia. The team advances to the Northwest Pop Warner Regional Cheer Competition in Raleigh at the end of the month. The squad includes, from left, (standing) Emma Arthur, Ashley Tritschler, Charlotte Holder, Brooke Tyler, Kendall Tyler, Katerina Villaran, Lauren Hall, Ritha Green, (kneeling) Claire Gavlik, Makayla Jones, Head coach Tanya Tyler, Assistant coach Dawn Jones, NWHS Volunteer Cheerleader Ashley Elias, Joslyn Lindsay, (sitting) Brecklyn Wilson, Maisyn Frey, (not pictured) Sophia Antonopoulos and Naiya McKnight.
“We had a lot of energy,” said Northern’s Kyle Quashie. “Everyone did their job and made plays. We came into the game with the mindset if we lose, we go home, if we win we move on.” A 2-yard Miles Timmons run put Northern ahead 12-0. “The team got it done,” he said. Before halftime, CJ Freeman extended
Northern’s advantage to 19-0 after a 66-yard rushing score. Freeman wasn’t done, however. He added a 91-yard rushing touchdown – the longest of his career – halfway through the third quarter. “It’s playoff time,” said Freeman. “Every game is a must win.” Freeman’s third score and Kaleel Cathcart’s defensive fumble recovery touchdown in the fourth quarter put the game out of reach. LOOKING BACK | Freeman rushed for 256 yards on 18 carries, his top rushing performance of the year. COMING UP | No. 13 Northern plays No. 5 Asheboro (10-2, 5-1) AWAY in the second round of the 3-AA NCHSAA Football Championships on Nov. 20.
Holiday Store brought to you by
Moravia Moravian Church Open now through Christmas Eve Mon -Sat 10 am -6 pm | Sun 1 -6 pm
Oak Ridge Commons Shopping Center (corner of Highways 150 and 68)
Moravian Cookies • Moravian Sugarcake Ice Cream • Moravian Stars and Ornaments Gifts under $5 • Gluten-free cookies available The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
31
Backpack Buddies
food drive
This holiday season, Summerfield Merchants Association is participating in the Backpack Buddies program, which provides non-perishable food items over weekends and holidays to food-insecure students in northern and northwest Guilford County. We invite the community to participate by donating any of the following non-perishable food items. Please be aware of expiration dates. z z z z z z z
Cereal/oatmeal Breakfast bars/Pop-Tarts Canned soups, stews Canned chicken or tuna Canned Vienna sausages Canned pasta meals Canned vegetables
z Snack/soup crackers z Instant rice z Individual macaroni, pasta meals or mac and cheese z Peanut butter z Jelly z JELLO, pudding or fruit cups z Individual kid-friendly snacks
Drop off at the following member locations by Tuesday, Dec. 15: z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z
Summerfield Farms • 3203 Pleasant Ridge Road, Summerfield Kelly Cox Personal Training • Summerfield Northern Arts Studio • 1011-D NC 150 W, Summerfield CRG • 4000 Piedmont Pkwy #300, High Point Godino’s Bakery • 1007-A NC 150 W, Summerfield A New Dawn Team at Keller Williams Summerfield Therasport • 4446-A US 220 N, Summerfield Jan Cox, Keller Williams North • 3150 N Elm Street #101, Greensboro Northwest Observer • 1616 NC 68 N, Oak Ridge Summerfield Family Chiropractic • 4523 US 220, Summerfield Import Specialty of Summerfield • 4559 US 220 N, Summerfield Melda’s Hair Designs • 4547 US 220 N, Summerfield Mama Ginna’s • 4549 US 220 N, Summerfield The Animal Hospital at Lake Brandt • 1012 NC 150 W, Summerfield Colon Knight, Edward Jones • 4446-D, US 220 N, Summerfield Dove Medical Supply • 8164 Mabe Marshall Road, Summerfield
Or, bring your items to the Town of Summerfield’s Christmas Tree Lighting on Nov. 21 at Summerfield Athletic Park.
LETTERS/OPINIONS Submit your opinions (maximum 350 words) e-mail: editor@nwobserver.com Include your name, a daytime phone number where you can be reached and name of community in which you live.
The Grinch at Gray Gables Over the last two weeks I have read stories and comments all about the Gray Gables Santa in the Gardens disaster. I fail to see why everyone is so angry at the Town of Summerfield. Towns require special use permits to make sure they can ensure the public health, safety and general welfare of the area while an event takes place. All of these things are of utmost importance to the residents who live close by. Imagine a world without permits where anyone could throw a tent up anywhere and have a party of any volume all night. Sounds fun? Not if you’re their neighbor! We all enjoy high tax value on our homes in this area because such codes and permits exist. The Town of Summerfield has a $100 annual permit. Pat Jenks wants to hide behind the fact that “he was left to his own to remember” when it was due, but let’s be honest, we are talking about four straight years in a row that Mr. Jenks has missed the May deadline. In the Oct. 30 NWO article, it is stated that Mr. Jenks
350
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
In addition to their inability to pay on time, Gray Gables is also in violation of several other town statutes. They have been out of compliance with their unpaved driveway, signage and food preparation. They’re a serial offender in this case, and tickled pink at the public outcry because it redirects attention away from their mistakes and deflects blame back on a party with enough integrity to uphold the law. To err is human, but perhaps the most infuriating mistake is that Gray Gables is playing the victim here. Mr. Jenks stated “we just don’t understand” as if his disbelief or confusion was founded on an injustice done by the town. They got caught doing the wrong thing, and I will not be redirected by their smoke screen. The Santa event is cancelled because the real Grinch lives at Gray Gables, not in Town Hall. Amy Taitano STOKESDALE
Don’t forget, it’s the maximum word count for your editorial
Thank you I am honored that the voters in Oak Ridge elected me to a second term on the Oak Ridge Town Council. I want to thank all the folks who made the phone calls, who posted on social media, wrote letters of endorsement to the Northwest
32
missed the deadline for 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015!
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
Observer, placed signs in their yards and properties and took the time to vote. I pledge to continue to do my best to represent you on our town council. George McClellan OAK RIDGE
GRINS and GRIPES Delighted or dismayed by something in your community?
Share your thoughts in online: nwobserver.com
40 words or less
e-mail: grinsandgripes@nwobserver.com Grins & Gripes are published based on available space and editor’s discretion.
GRINS to...
Ray Parrish, NWHS teacher, for recently waving us through the intersection of Bunch Road and N.C. 150. Because of your graciousness, my daughter got to school just in time – thank you! Oak Ridge Military Academy president Danny Nobles, staff and cadets for the memorial service for a homeless veteran, John Roper Barber. Pat Jenks, owner of Gray Gables, for all he has done and all the good publicity he’s brought to Summerfield. The students who attended the Veterans Day service at the veterans monument in Stokesdale. Come again next year and invite your friends to come with you. Northwest Middle and High School administrative staff and teachers. You often go above and beyond in educating our kids, and we truly appreciate the honest effort! The impact of your hard work is immeasurable and we thank you all. Dr. Angel Fuller of King’s Crossing Animal Hospital for responding quickly to aid a dog who was, unfortunately, fatally wounded upon attempting to cross Haw River Road. Dr. Fuller was quick to arrive, helpful and comforting during this sad event.
GRIPES to... (Carolina Panthers quarterback) Cam Newton for tearing down a Green Bay Packers’ fan sign a few weeks ago. He is telling everyone, “If you’re not a Panthers fan, don’t spend your money in this stadium.”
The driver of the car going 37 mph on Linville Road about a week ago. It’s called a speed limit for a reason! Don’t endanger others with your reckless driving. Gripes about the deer – seriously! Quit snooping on your neighbors. You live in the country and deer are part of the country. Look into deer-resistant plants – or, I’ll supply the moving van to assist you to get away from the deer. To NCDOT and/or the construction crew for not finishing the intersection of U.S. 220/N.C. 150 at CVS before blocking Strawberry Road. Traffic was bad enough at this intersection before you diverted even more traffic to it! Dedicated turn lanes/lights would help. All those people wondering why the light doesn’t turn green for them; stay behind the white line on Linville Road and it will turn much faster. Northwest Middle School for promising a limo ride to lunch for students who sold the most raffle tickets, but the ride was in the school activity bus. The sheriff’s department for not enforcing the 25 mph speed limit for the curve/bridge on North Lake Brandt Road. There is at least one accident a year due to speeding – will someone have to die before the speed limit is enforced? Oak Ridge Elementary car rider parents who are cutting in line. You have one job: stay in line. Why is that so hard? People who text while driving. You are not fooling other drivers. You drift around the road like a drunk driver and we can see you looking at your phone. It’s obvious. Pull over if it’s that important.
We’ve got your back. And any other part of you that needs emergency medical attention. Always Open 24 hours – 7 days a week MedCenterHighPoint.com
2630 Willard Dairy Road, High Point, NC 27265
In an emergency, dial 911
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
33
GET COVERED NOW! Open enrollment for individual health insurance is here:
November 1, 2015 through January 31, 2016. Visit myhealthplannc.com today.
336-273-3944 www.ncfbins.com
Guilford County/Battleground
Agency Manager
Keith Robinson Agent
Greg Sheppard Senior Agent
Kelly Hampton Agent
The District 1 Sheriff’s Office has recently responded to the following incidents in northwest Guilford County. ALCOHOL AND DRUGS
BURGLARY
Nov. 8 | A Gibsonville man was cited for misdemeanor possession of marijuana after being stopped on U.S. 220 in Summerfield for passing a vehicle in a no-passing zone.
Nov. 10 | A resident of Netfield Road in northern Greensboro reported that sometime between 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 9 and 11:32 p.m. on Nov. 10, an unknown person cut the lock off an outbuilding and stole a $200 Remington chainsaw.
Nov. 8 | Two females, from Greensboro and High Point, were cited for misdemeanor possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia and open containers of alcohol after being stopped for speeding on Creek Edge Court in Oak Ridge.
2800 Battleground Ave Greensboro, North Carolina 27408
Aaron Speight, LUTCF, FSS
CRIME / INCIDENT report
Ray Shaffner, LUTCF, FSS Senior Agent
Liz Bryant Agent
Nov. 10 | A Kernersville resident was cited for misdemeanor possession of marijuana after being stopped for a traffic violation on Anthony Road in Stokesdale.
ARSON Nov. 9 | A Summerfield Road resident reported hearing a loud noise described as “trash cans falling,” and looked out the window to see a nearby house fully engulfed in flames. The house had been vacant for a year, and was being remodeled for sale. The house was a total loss, and the Guilford County fire marshal and the Sheriff’s Office are investigating the crime. There is no suspect.
BREAKING & ENTERING Nov. 10 | The owner of Walter’s Wash, on Athens Road in Stokesdale, reported that sometime between 1 p.m. on Nov. 6 and 9 a.m. on Nov. 10, an unknown person cut locks from the touch-free car wash coin machine and stole about $20 worth of quarters. The machine sustained $2,000 in damage.
34
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
IDENTITY THEFT Nov. 11 | A resident of U.S. 158 in Stokesdale reported an unknown person used the victim’s identification to obtain a credit card and purchase multiple items.
PROPERTY DAMAGE Nov. 8 | A resident of Alderwood Drive in northwest Greensboro reported that sometime between 6 p.m. on Nov. 7 and 4:24 p.m. on Nov. 8, a possible known person caused $1,500 worth of damage to a Yamaha motorcycle.
THEFT Nov. 9 | The owner of Carolina Landscape Associates, on Hunting Court in Stokesdale, reported that sometime between 6 p.m. on Nov. 6 and 1:45 p.m. on Nov. 9, an unknown person stole a $2,000 16-foot flatbed trailer. Nov. 11 | The owner of China Gourmet in Oak Ridge Commons reported a larceny of cash by an employee between early October and Nov. 11.
TRESPASSING Nov. 14 | A resident of Morefield Drive in Summerfield reported a known person refused to leave the victim’s property after being told to do so. This occurred in the presence of a law enforcement officer, who subsequently arrested the person.
CHILDCARE AVAILABLE
EMPLOYMENT
HOMECARE AVAILALBE
IMMEDIATE INFANT OPENINGS at 5-star Christian childcare center. Call Jamie at Oak Ridge Weekday School, (336) 643-7838.
WoodmenLife is seeking a PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATIVE. Generous compensation plus bonus opportunities and exceptional benefits for those who qualify. Training and professional sales tools provided. Does your income match your talents and efforts? Don’t wait for corporate America to recognize your worth. Contact Frank Bruno, recruiting sales manager, (336) 643-4115 or 337-8473.
EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER AVAILABLE
CARPENTER WANTED: Stokesdale and Brown Summit area. Framing, boxing, decking and window installation. DL and tool bag required. (336) 549-7781.
ing dinner. Free meal and lots of fellowship!
EMPLOYMENT
Place online at
DEADLINE: Monday prior to each issue
NEED HELP? Call (336) 644-7035 ext. 10 Mon - Fri • 9am -2pm
INDEX Childcare Available ..................... 35 Employment ................................ 35 Homecare Available ................... 35 Save the Date ............................. 35 Yard Sales ................................... 35 Home Services ....................... 36-37 Misc. Services......................... 37-38 Misc. for Sale ............................. 38 Misc. Wanted ............................. 38 Real Estate .................................. 38
ROCKINGHAM COMMUNITY COLLEGE offers the following full-time positions: Computer Support Specialist; Retention Specialist; Emergency Medical Services Program Coordinator; Welding Technologies Lead Instructor; Instructional Designer; Controller; Computer-Integrated Machining Instructor. Part-time instructors needed: Plumbing; Computer-Integrated Machining; English; Welding. For full job descriptions and to apply for positions, please visit www.rockinghamcc.edu. EOC. REGIONAL COOLING TOWER COMPANY based in Kernersville, NC, seeks ambitious individual with strong work ethic. Construction, mechanical skills required. Must be physically fit as job requires climbing and heavy lifting. Must have valid driver’s license. Background check and drug screening required. Benefits include company paid health and dental insurance, paid holidays, travel expenses, performance bonuses every 6 months, 401K plan with employer matching contributions. Please send resume to grace@byrdindustrial.com or fax (336) 723-3762. TWO PART-TIME TEACHER POSITIONS available at Oak Ridge UMC Weekday School. 12:30-6pm or 3:30-6pm. Call Jamie at (336) 643-7838. EXPERIENCED SCREEN PRINTERS needed for state-of-the-art screen printing facility in Hillsville, Virginia. Please email kim@classiccreationsva.com or call Kim, (276) 728-0540. CHURCH PIANIST NEEDED in NW Greensboro. Call (318) 372-5050 for information.
mornings, overnights, weekends. Please call Susan, (336) 880-2594.
SAVE THE DATE LOVE TURKEY and all the trimmings? Come join Gideon Grove UMC, 2865 Gideon Grove Church Rd. in Stokesdale, on Sunday, November 22, at 5pm for an early ThanksgivContact Laura at (336) 643-6042 for more information. HOLIDAY MEMORIAL SERVICE, an evening of remembrance and fellowship, Thurs., December 3, 7pm, Forbis & Dick – Brooke Chapel, Stokesdale. See display ad on page 10 for more information.
QUALITY MART #49, a convenience store and gas station chain, is seeking energetic, self-motivated second shift associates for location #49, 1690 Hwy. 68 in Oak Ridge. Candidates must be dependable and extremely customer service focused. Competitive salary, excellent benefits, 401k and profit sharing. Interested candidates should apply online at www.QOCNC.com. WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE? If you have the will, we have the way! F/T or P/T. Call (336) 937-1105. READING & MATH SPECIALISTS NEEDED Operation Xcel, an after-school program in Stokesdale, is seeking a reading specialist for elementary students and a math specialist for elementary students. Hours are Monday-Friday, 2-6pm. Please send resume and cover letter to Kelli at kstokes@ operationxcel.org. TUTORS NEEDED. Operation Xcel, an after-school program in Stokesdale and High Point, is seeking a tutor for elementary or middle school students. Hours in Stokesdale are Monday-Friday, 2-6pm. Hours in High Point are Monday-Friday, 3-6:30pm. Please send resume and cover letter to Kelli at kstokes@operationxcel.org.
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
E-CYCLE OAK RIDGE, Saturday, Dec. 5, Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8am-2pm. See display ad on page 13 for materials accepted and more details.
Something
?
going on
Tell northwest Guilford County Place your Save the Date online at
YARD SALES MOVING SALE, Sat., Nov. 21, 8am-4pm, 8210 Brotherstwo Rd., Colfax. Tools, furniture, riding lawn mower, toys, holiday items, hoses, books, much more. YARD / ESTATE SALE, Saturday, Nov. 21, 7am-1pm, 6261 Lisa Lane, Oak Ridge.
...continued on p. 36 NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
35
home services
home services
home services
home services
cleaninG
CARPET REPAIRS & RESTRETCHING Licensed/insured. 643-6500.
GradinG / haulinG
HOUSE & YARD HOME MAINTENANCE. “Anything to improve your home and property.” Jeff Ziglar, 456-9992 / 643-9609.
MAID 2 GLIMMER - Maid Cleaning Premier cleaning service with Amazon Local. Call (336) 441-8388, Maid2Glimmer.com.
Want to reach our readers? (all 25,000 of them?)
FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push
Call (336) 644-7035, ext. 10,
mowers, tillers, go-carts, ATVs, generators,
or email advertising@nwobserver.com.
SANDRA’S CLEANING SERVICE, Affordable, experienced, guaranteed svc. 423-3196. ANA’S HOUSECLEANING. Good references, free est., 25 years exp. 309-0747. MAID 2 GLIMMER MAID SERVICE Premium products and Amazon Local approved. (336) 441-8388, Maid2Glimmer.com. CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOW CLEANING, gutter cleaning, pressure washing. Fully ins.
General repair & services LAWN EQUIPMENT SERVICE Located in Oak Ridge. Free pick-up and delivery. Tune up, preventive or rebuild on all lawn service/yard equipment. Commercial or residential. Call or text Rick, (336) 501-8681. APPLIANCE REPAIR – Call Mr Appliance. A step above the rest! (336) 609-5707.
www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873.
OLD SCHOOL
PROFESSIONAL HOME CLEANING
Home Improvement & Repairs
Affordable, satisfaction guaranteed, Free estimates. Elizabeth, (336) 453-8592. MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE. Free estimates, guaranteed service. 937-5231. CastleWorks WINDOW CLEANING
HOME REPAIR, LLC Lisa & Jerry Potkay, Oak Ridge Bathroom Remodeling | Additions | Decks
(336) 669-7252
oldschoolsjhr@triad.rr.com www.oldschoolsjhr.homestead.com BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics 2014
Professional, Honest, Reliable
power washers, golf carts. (336) 689-4167.
Includes gutters, pressure washing, chandeliers and other high ladder work. Fully insured and bonded, free estimates. (336) 609-0677. www.castleworkswindowcleaning.com. HOUSE CLEANING “MAID” EASY Weekly, bi-weekly, residential, commercial, new construction, move in/move out. Mature and experienced. Free quotes! Johanna, (336) 906-8770.
FloorinG MONTERO’S HARDWOOD FLOORING Installation of hardwood, laminate & tile; hardwood sanding & finishing. Commercial & residential. Insured, 17 yrs. exp. Free estimates. Monteros-hardwood-flooring.com. Call (336) 215-8842 or 445-2002.
36
Nov. 20 - 26, 2015
GARY’S HANDYMAN HOME SERVICES “Providing value for the home-ownership experience.” Gary Gellert, serving NC’s Piedmont Triad area. Garygellert@gmail.com, (336) 423-8223. GUTTER CLEANING, ROOF REPAIRS, home maintenance. J Kinney Construction. Licensed & insured. Call Joel Kinney, (336) 430-7562.
PEARMAN QUARRY HAULING Fill dirt, gravel, sand rock, mulch & more. Joel Richardson, (336) 803-2195. GAULDIN TRUCKING, grading & hauling, bobcat work, lot clearing, driveways, fill dirt, gravel, etc. 362-1150. BRAD’S BOBCAT. Debris removal, grading/ hauling, gravel/dirt, driveways. 362-3647. ANTHONY’S GRADING & HAULING Excavating, land clearing, demolition, dirt available. Zane Anthony, 362-4035.
lawn care / landscapinG FAY’S LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING Seed, aerate, trees and leaf cleanups. Big or small jobs, reasonable and honest. Call Taylor at (336) 464-5215. CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICE Complete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, 643-9332. CarolinaStumpAndTreeServices.com. GREGORY’S BOBCAT SERVICE Land-clearing, grading, landscape construction, debris removal. Licensed and insured and honest! “Leave the Dirt to Me!” (336) 362-6181. BRAD’S BOBCAT. Mulching, landscaping, driveways, gravel, concrete work. 362-3647. MY GROUNDSKEEPER Landscaping and lawn care, shrubs, mulch, cut low limbs and more. Timothy, 643-5154. GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maintenance. 655-6490.
GENERAL HOME REPAIR, bathroom repair, small/odd jobs. 644-8710, 708-0522.
BOBCAT WORK, bushhogging, and tractor work. Brad Mills, (336) 382-1505.
JLB REMODELING, INC. Home repair, maintenance & handyman service. Licensed & insured. Competitive rates. Call 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com.
STEVE NEWMAN TREE SERVICE. Free est. Lic/Ins. 30 yrs. exp. Bucket truck & chipper, total cleanup. Selective thinning & lot clearing. 24-hr. ER svc. OR, NC. 643-1119.
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
TRACTOR FOR HIRE Bush hogging, tilling, fencing, brush/tree removal, hauling and more! (336) 207-6632. STUMP GRINDING – FREE ESTIMATES Big or small. George Joyce, (336) 382-3860. WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete lawn care & landscaping. NC lic. irrigation contractor. 20 years exp. Hardscaping, fertilization & weed control. (336) 399-7764. D & D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION Complete landscaping services. Retaining walls & patios. Member BBB. NC licensed irrigation contractor. 480-4101.
The 8th annual northwestFINDER Coming January, 2016 Be included in the ONLY directory for northwest Guilford County. ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call 382-9875. 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. AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt available. 602-5820. PLANT PRO DESIGN & LANDSCAPE Planting, mulching, pruning, stone, patios, fire pits. Free estimates. Visit us online at ncplantpro.com, (336) 298-3809. COLFAX LAWNCARE Complete lawn care maintenance. Mowing, trimming, fertilizing, weed control, pine needles. Res/Comm. Fully insured. Serving the Triad for 26 years. (336) 362-5860.
masonry MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone, concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com.
HOME SERVICES
HOME SERVICES
HOME SERVICES
ROOFING
SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes. How about a new patio or fire pit for fall? We can help with all of your outdoor living and entertainment spaces! Fire pits, driveways & sidewalks, patios and more! Give us a call at (336) 399-6619 for all your concrete and landscape needs.
PAINTING & DRYWALL
POWER WASHING
CARLOS & SON PAINTING, interior & exterior, pressure washing. Free est., lic/ ins. Call Carlos, (336) 669-5210.
PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Call Crystal Clear. Fully insured. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873.
RED RHINO ROOFING, based in Oak Ridge. Storm damage specialist experienced with all types of roofing. BBB accredited A and listed with Angie’s List. Call (336) 944-6118, or visit redrhinoroofing.com.
STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com.
REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION
BEK Paint Co.
BUILDING | RENOVATIONS | ADDITIONS
Hundreds of inspiring displays
Residential & Commercial David & Judy Long, owners
8605 Triad Dr, Colfax (336) 996-4918 marshallstone.com
Fireplaces and firepits
8605 Triad Dr, Colfax (336) 996-4918 marshallstone.com
MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS GAS LOGS, WOOD STOVES & INSERTS, fireplaces, sold, serviced and repaired. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183. LOW-COST GARAGE DOORS – Repair and sales. 35 years exp. (336) 215-2800.
RE-PURPOSED FURNISHINGS Check our website or Facebook to view our current inventory!
336/404-1471 www.fmbyjh.com
(336) 931-0600
BEKPaintCompany.com • References Available • Licensed & Insured • All Work Guaranteed
CINDY’S PAINTING – Interior painting, wallpaper removal. References & free estimates available. (336) 708-9155. PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR 32 years exp. Sheetrock repair. No job too small. Insured. Call Brad Rogers, 314-3186. Do you have a service to tell our readers about (all 25,000 of them)? Call (336) 644-7035, ext. 10. or email advertising@nwobserver.com for info.
PLUMBING JDB PLUMBING. Repair, remodel, well pump. Lic/Ins. Accepts all major credit cards. Office 656-0019, cell 382-6905. WEBSTER & SONS PLUMBING, Inc. (336) 992-2503. Licensed, insured, bonded. 24/7 service. Plumbing, drain cleaning, well pumps. Give us a call, we do it all! Go to www.webstersplumbing.com for more info. BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLAR No job too small! Experienced, guaranteed. Lic/Ins. Call Mark for savings. 337-7924.
Services TM Construction , INC
Sidewalks | Driveways | Stamped concrete
644-8615 office 508-5242 cell
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.
Licensed & insured NC Gen. Contractor #72797
KEITH SMITH CONSTRUCTION 30 years experience. Specializing in room additions, garages, vinyl siding and windows, painting, ceramic tile, laminate, hardwood and linoleum floors, and remodeling of all kinds. No job too small. Free est. Call 644-1943 or cell 362-7469. BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens/baths, custom decks, garages, siding, dock work, windows, roofing specials, rotted wood. Sr. disc., 35 years exp. 362-6343. RENOVATION WORKS INC. New construction, remodeling, kitchen and bath, additions, decks & patios. Call (336) 427-7391 or www.myrenovationworks.com. TRIPP SMITH CONSTRUCTION, LLC. Licensed General Contractor with college degree in construction management and over 18 years of experience. We specialize in additions, remodels, garages, decks, sunrooms, new construction, residential & commercial. No job too large or too small. Free Estimates. Call or email, 399-4894, tripp@trippsmithconstruction.com. JLB REMODELING, INC. Remodeling and additions. Fully insured. NC GC license #69997. Free estimates. Call 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com.
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
Get. Be. Stay. Connected.
facebook.com/NorthwestObserver
MISC. SERVICES New business in the area: SIGNATURE HOME STYLES – fresh, beautiful accessories to colorize and organize your home. Transform your home with our fabulous products on any budget. Visit us online, signaturehomestyles.biz/rhendadavis, or call or email to receive a catalog or obtain more information. Rhenda Davis (336) 643-3204, email RhendaHGP@aol.com. WILL PICK UP MOST APPLIANCES, grills, bikes, electronics, metal and electrical items for a small fee. (336) 689-4167. COMPUTER REPAIRS – ITBASICS.COM Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons. (336) 643-0068.
...continued on p. 38 NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
37
MISC. SERVICES
MISC. FOR SALE
REAL ESTATE
NORTHWEST ART FRAMING
WAREHOUSE MALL, INC. NOW OPEN! Antiques, collectibles, vintage toys. New vendors welcome. 305 E. Bodenhamer Drive, Kernersville. Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm, Sunday, 1-6pm.
HOMES FOR RENT
Fine, affordable framing. “Completely satisfied every time” – Joe in Summerfield. Steve Maloy, owner. Call for appt., (336) 644-1911. MARKETING ASSISTANCE for any size business! If you’d like to reach all of northwest Guilford County in a well-read, trusted weekly publication, the Northwest Observer might be a great option for you! Call (336) 644-7035, ext. 10, or email advertising@ nwobserver.com to learn more!
MISC. FOR SALE FULL-SIZE LOFT BED. Solid wood with ladders and rails. $375. (336) 312-0592. PERSIMMON PULP, jam, pudding, and more! (336) 816-3441 or 996-3892. SEASONED FIREWOOD, delivered and
$$$ – WILL PAY CASH up to $200 for your junk or wrecked vehicle. 552-0328. CASH for riding mowers needing repair, or free removal if unwanted, including go-carts, scooters, generators, p. washers. 689-4167.
PETS & ANIMAL SVCS. One-year-old MINIATURE POODLE, grey male. Neutered. Wee Pad trained. Crate, bed, food dish and leash included. $400. Contact: Bridgett (336) 643-0824.
$129; King, $191. Can deliver, layaway
Got stuff? Sell it here in the
NWO classifieds submit your ad at
www.nwobserver.com
38
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
57 ACRES, MAYODAN, NC, convenient to Hwy. 220, great development potential, mostly wooded, brokerage protected, $171,500. (336) 707-3822.
7708 Tall Meadows Drive Reduced $20K! Entertainer’s dream w/kitchens in & out. New stainless steel appliances inside, including fridge. Immaculate 3BR/3.5BA/3-car w/walkout basement. Basement boasts bonus, optional add’l BR, bath, workout room & access to lower patio area. Outside is laid-stone patio w/ stone fireplace & built-in kitchen area. $309,900
GIL VAUGHAN
Realtor ® /Broker • (336) 337-4780
2-20 ACRES WANTED to build single-family home in northwest Guilford County area. Please call (540) 312-9050.
Selling or renting?
Place your classified online at
w/ warranty. Twin, $99; Full, $109; Queen,
Pick up or delivery. (336) 643-9332.
LAND FOR SALE
northwest Guilford county!
ALL NEW MATTRESS SETS. Still in plastic,
FIREWOOD FOR SALE, oak & hickory.
S LIANCE P P A E RE WHIT NO MO
We can help you reach all of
looks like leather. $200. (336) 908-4444.
load, delivered & stacked. (336) 253-7615.
deposit + 1 yr. lease. Call (336) 402-1918.
LAND WANTED
AVAILABLE ANIMALS
RED ROCKER RECLINER, almost new,
SEASONED OAK FIREWOOD, $80/pickup
wood floors, acreage. $700/mo. + 1 mo.
ances, $675/mo. (336) 706-1887.
stacked. 1/2 cord, $80. Call 686-6373.
available. Mattress Outlet. 992-0025.
OPEN HOUSE: Sun, Nov. 22 • 2-4pm
STOKESDALE, 2BR, 1BA house. Hard-
STOKESDALE, 2BR, 1BA duplex, all appli-
MISC. WANTED
REAL ESTATE
www.nwobserver.com,
123 Dream Lane
or call (336) 644-7035, ext. 10.
Real estate showcase ads in the NWO get noticed! Include a photo and description of your listing, Realtor photo, logo and contact info – all for only $75!
Deadline is Monday!
SHEBA is a three-year-old female medium sized Basset Hound mix. You can visit Sheba, or any of the other animals waiting for their forever home, at the Guilford County Animal Shelter. For more information, call (336) 641-3383.
HOMES FOR SALE
GROOMING
kit., large master suite, great neighborhood.
LEASE PURCHASE / RENT TO OWN! No bank! 4BR, 3BA, 2,647 sq. ft., granite Oak Ridge, NC, Pepper Ridge sub., only
Basic baths to designer clips 10+ years
grooming experience
7251 US Hwy 158 Ste. B, Stokesdale
Leslie Livengood • (336) 441-2266
$314,900. Call today, (252) 567-1460.
Place your real estate showcase today (336) 644-7035, ext. 10 advertising@nwobserver.com
Want to be a part of our next NWO Real Estate section? Reserve your ad space today (336) 644-7035, ext. 10 advertising@nwobserver.com
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
display advertiser index
Support our advertisers, and tell them where you saw their ad – without them, the Northwest Observer could not be free to our readers! A/C & HEATING Stokesdale Heating & Air ....................19
ACCOUNTING Kimberly Thacker Accounting ...............2 Samuel Anders, CPA, MSA, PC ...........27
ART CLASSES Draw and Learn – Nina Green .............9
CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES Oak Ridge Chiropractic ......................28
DENTIST Beth Borden, DDS .............................. 11
EVENTS Good Samaritan Ministries Angel Tree ..3 Oak Ridge E-Cycle Event ....................13 Summerfield Christmas Tree Lighting ...8 Summerfield Merchant’s Assoc. .........32
FUNERAL SERVICES Forbis & Dick – Brooke Chapel .......2, 10
Friddle & Company .............................20 Johnson & Lee ....................................20 Kickin Clouds LLC ..............................24 Naylor Custom Homes .......................20 R&K Custom Homes ..........................21 Ray Bullins Construction .....................20
PET SERVICES
HOME PRODUCTS & SERVICES
REAL ESTATE / MORTGAGE
House of Stars ....................................27 Pest Management Systems Inc. ............5 ProStone, Inc. .....................................28 Southern States .............................Insert
INSURANCE / INVESTMENTS
HAIR CARE / NAILS / TANNING
North Carolina Farm Bureau ..............34
Melda’s Hair Design ............................12 POSH Hair Studio ...............................12 SuperCuts .............................................4
LEGAL SERVICES
HOME BUILDERS
MEDICAL
Brian Thompson Homes .....................21 Builders MD ........................................18 Disney Construction ............................21 Don Mills Builders ...............................21
Attorney Bill Barbour ..........................16
COMING JAN. 2016 SPECIAL PRICING ON AD SPACE EXPIRES DEC. 4 (336) 644-7035, ext. 10 advertising@nwobserver.com
A New Dawn Realty ....................... 2, 25 Allen Tate Realtors .............................26 Berkshire Hathaway Home Services ...23 Bobbie Gardner, Keller Williams...........12 David Nishan, McLean Mortgage .15, 30 Donna Smith – Keller Williams ............16 Gil Vaughan, Keller Williams ...............38 Jason Smith, Allen Tate Builder Svcs. ..20 Johnnye Letterman, BHHS .................18 Ramilya Siegel, Allen Tate ..................24
RETAIL
Cone Health / MedCenter High Point .33 Eagle Physicians at Oak Ridge ............14 LeBauer Healthcare, Brassfield ............13 Northwest Family Medicine ................30
8 th ANNUAL EDITION
KPS – Kelly’s Pet Services ...................12 Northwest Animal Hospital ..................12 Stokesdale Veterinary Hospital ..............2 Veterinary Hospital at Oak Ridge.........12 Westergaard Kennels...........................30
Bi-Rite Food Center ....................... 2, 6-7 Dewey’s Holiday Store ........................31 Gigi’s Flowers and More .......................2 Midtown Furniture ..............................40 The Garden Outlet ...............................5
We reach over 26,000 readers each week. Want to come along with us?
Get year-long exposure in the only community directory specifically for northwest Guilford County. Direct-mailed to 11,000+ northwest homes 5,000 more copies distributed for free pick-up Online at nwobserver.com and shared with over 9,000 Facebook fans
The Northwest Observer • Totally local since 1996
Contact us for advertising info advertising@nwobserver.com (336) 644-7035, ext. 10
NOV. 20 - 26, 2015
39
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
Postal Patron
Oak Ridge, NC Permit No. 22
PO Box 268, Oak Ridge, NC 27310 • (336) 644-7035
ECRWSS
Special Purchases, Discontinued Special Purchases, Discontinued SAY SA NO Y TO NO TO HIGH H I G H Markdowns Items & Final Items & Final Markdowns PRICES P RPRICES NOW NOW ICES WAS ONLY SAVE WAS SAVE Limited Quanities Limited Quanities HIGH HIGH PRICES ONLY
$ Day Bed Day $ Bed 249 $499 249 $250 $499 $250 $ $ $ Adjustable Adjustable $ $ KIaussner Wingback Chair KIaussner 499 Wingback Chair$949499 $450 $949 $450 Bases Bases Twin TFoam winFull Foam or Queen Memory Full Twin, Full or or Queen Queen Memory Twin, Full or Queen LaneFoam Power Reclining Sofa Lane$ Power 899 Reclining $2099 Sofa Set $899 $1200 $2099 $1200Also Also Mattress Mattress Foam Mattress Only Mattress Set Mattress Only Mattress $ $ Only Only Electric Lift TVAvailable Stand Electric 599 Lift TV Stand $1899 599 $1300 $1899 Available $1300 $ $ Lane Leather Loveseat Lane Leather 399 Loveseat$1299 399 $900 $1299 $900 Protector with A FREE Mattress Protector with $ $A FREE Mattre Riverside Rolltop Desk Riverside 399 Rolltop Desk$1199 399 $800 $1199 $800 ase Over $899 Any Mattress Purchase Over $899Sets Any Mattress Pur OFF All MattressOFF Sets All Mattress $ $ Microfiber Sectional Microfi 699 ber Sectional $1999 699 $1300 $1999 $1300 $ $ TO E FROM MORE MORE THAN 30 STYLES THAN TO CHOOSE 30 FROM STYLES CHOO Electric Fireplace/TV Stand Electric 1699 Fireplace/TV Stand $3999 1699 $2300 $3999 $2300 $ $ Electric Fireplace/TV Stand Electric 699 Fireplace/TV Stand $1999699 $1300 $1999 $1300 Sofa or Sofa or $ $ Twin/Twin Bunk Bed Twin/Twin 199 Bunk Bed $499 199 $300 $499 $300 Loveset Loveset $ $ Table & 6 Chairs Table 699 & 6 Chairs $1999699 $1300 $1999 $1300 $ $ Twin, Twin, HUNDREDSCompare OF HUNDREDS ITEMS OF MORE ITEMS Compare at $1099 at $1099 MORE Full Full or or AVAILABLE WITH SIMILAR AVAILABLE WITH SAVINGS SIMILAR SAVINGS Queen Queen Sofa or Bedroom Bedroom Suit $ Suit Sofa or $ Also Also Available inAvailable White or Cherry in WhiteLoveset or Cherry Loveset
69 69 299
$$
399 299
$
% OR MORE % pluOR s 50 50
299
399
MORE
plus
299
599
599
50% 399 OFF
at No at Additional No Charge Additional CompareCharge at $2299
Wallsaver Recliner
$
$
Compare at $899
50% OFF
$All Accessories All Accessories 399
Compare at $2299
Compare at $899
Wallsaver Recliner Power Lift Power Lift Recliner $Recliner
199 499 199499
R Reclining Sofa Reclining Sofa R $ $ Compare at $499 Compare $499 or Reclining or Reclining Compare atat $1499 Compare at $1499 13 Colors Colors Available Loveset Loveset 10Available Additional Colors13 Available for $100 10 Additional More Colors Available for $100 More $ $ MEDME IFT MED- IFT ME MORE MORE THAN 100 RECLINERS THAN 100 RECLINERS Compare at $1299 Compare at $1299 TO CHOOSE TO SE FROM! CHOOSE SE FROM!
599
599
Rocker Rocker Recliner Recliner Reclining Sofa
$
269269 $
Compare at $599 Compare at $599 Also Available Also Available in Black in Black
or Reclining Loveset $
699
Compare at $1699
& Mobility Inc.
& Mobility Inc.
Qualty Lift Chairs
Qualty Lift Chairs
Reclining Sofa or Reclining P Power Rocking Recliner Power P Rocking Recliner Loveset $ $$ Compare at $1199 Compare at $1199
599
599 699
$1699 Also Available Compare in T an Also Availableat in Tan
S CASH! NO NO MONEY FREE DOWN! MONEY EXTENDED 12 MONTHS SAME DOWN! ASLAYAWAY CASH! FREE 12 EXTENDED MONTHS AVAILABLE LAYAWAY AVAILABLE SAME A werew Items, Lower New Items, LoN Dg ELIVERY AN IV cing DEL E ncin Rl a Y inan, in FD F A l N ia ia c c D e e p p S S & & , D s s IS IS cYe P P Price PriR O O S SAL AVAILAD ! A U! U L O O A Y V A R IL O O F F A L L B BLE L L L A A E
Martinsville Martinsville
BUS 220
BUS 220
RNITURE M FSURNITURE IDTOWN FU SIDTOWN UT PE T O R EM SUPERSTORE SUPER S OR R E SUPERSTORE CENTER & MATTRESS CENTER& MATTRESS Call Call 427-5413 427-5413 Mayodan
Eden
Mayodan 135
704
Midtown Furniture
704
Madison
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:00 am-6:00 pm or by appt. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:00 am-6:00 pm or by appt. 311 Plenty of Parking • Large Showroom Plenty of Parking • Large Showroom Winston-Salem
Eden
135
Midtown BYP 220 Furniture
Madison
BYP 220
Reidsville Reidsville
311 704
Winston-Salem Greensboro
704
C 27025 Hwy. Hwy. 220 www.midtownfurniture.com Business 220 across from Business Kmart, 727 N. Highway across Street, Madison, from NC 27025Kmart, www.midtownfurniture.com 727 N. Highway Street, Madison Greensboro
and. Sale does *Seenot store *See for apply complete store fito nancing previous for details. Bedroom complete purchases. includes dresser, fi mirror, nancing 50% complete savings bed &details. night stand. are Sale does off Bedroom notof apply compare to previousincludes purchases. prices. 50% savings All dresser areadvertised off of compare , mirror prices. prices All advertised , complete are prices are bed & nig t to replace products advertised if theyafter become all available discounts. unavailable. We reserve the right to replace products advertised if they after become unavailable. all available discounts. We reserve the