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Property purchase will add value to the community, say town officials Few actions could positively address so much within the town’s Comprehensive Plan. It’s a fair price, there’s a solid plan, and it will ultimately add real value to the community.” Scott Whitaker Summerfield’s town manager.
Two sites with a combined 16 acres offer many possibilities for office and meeting space, as well as a trail loop by PATTI STOKES SUMMERFIELD – The Brittain Building, which houses the town hall on Summerfield Road, was donated to the town by William Clay “Bill” Parrish in 1998. The Brittain Building Committee oversaw the work of an army of volunteers, who largely restored and renovated it from 1998 to 2000. In 2001, the committee received an award from Preservation North Carolina. The building, which also hosts a small museum of town-related photos, artifacts and exhibits, has served the town well, but as
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Good Samaritan Ministries, which serves the northwest community, has placed this Angel Tree in the Stokesdale Fire Department. Each angel on the tree represents a child’s wish for a Christmas gift. Those who would like to purchase a gift for a needy child are asked to either pick up an angel from the tree, or call Terri Johnson at 643-5887 or email terrij1957@yahoo.com. All gifts should be wrapped, labeled, and dropped off by Dec. 15.
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The Town of Summerfield has made an offer to purchase a total of 16 acres and the buildings on them, one of which includes the former Gordon Hardware store bulding at the corner of Summerfield Road and N.C. 150.
IN THIS ISSUE News in brief............................ 3 Your Questions........................ 4 Liza Dick shares memories.... 6 ‘Life is good’ for Lisa Deans....9 Business Notes...................... 10 Pets & Critters........................ 11 Talking turkey ... vultures...... 12 Pet Briefs................................ 13 High School Sports............... 14
Bits & Pieces.......................... 18 Crime/Incident Report.........20 Community Calendar..........22 Letters/Opinions ..................24 Grins & Gripes.......................25 Classifieds............................. 27 Index of Advertisers............. 31 NWO On The Go!..................32
1977 Beeson Rd - $985,000 - Incredible country estate 11+ acres w/ large barn & pasture area. Meticulously maintained w/ top quality finishes. Open plan, huge DR, gourmet kitchen, full basement perfect for guest quarters. 4BR/4.5BA/4Fps WEB ID #: 677539 Melissa Greer 336-337-5233
291 Darla Drive - $668,000 - Get away from it all in this 100+sf/16+acre/4BR/4BA “low country” estate w/ Master on main, incredible kitchen, finished bsmt, salt H20 pool, hot tub on multi-level deck, wrap-around porch w/ covered walkway WEB ID #: 680383 Waban Carter 336-601-6363
3614 Camden Falls Cir - $624,500 – Custom-built former Parade Home in gated community. Spectacular millwork & detail thruout! Top-of-the-line kitchen w/ Viking appliances. Beautiful den w/ coffered ceiling & wet bar. Main level mstr w/ double walk-In closet. 2 bonus rms WEB ID #: 686474 Mark Yost 336-707-6275
979 Old Greensboro Rd - $549,000 - 22 secluded acres. 1-ofa-kind property! 3br/2ba, 1 level hm w/ lots of incred views. fenced & terraced deck w/ Meredith pool (20x41ft). Open flowing rooms w/ generous eating bar opening from kitchen-greatroom WEB ID #: 657705 Deryle Peaslee-Wood 336-601-4765
7648 Henson Forest Dr - $495,000 - Beautifully appointed 4 BR/3.5 bath home with bonus rm. Gorgeous kitchen opens to kping room with stone gas log frpl. Main level master BR with lrg bath. LR/office with built-ins & double tray ceiling. 3-car garage. WEB ID #: 687885 Mark Yost 336-707-6275
5696 Green Dale - $459,900 - &105,700 Below tax value! Custom-built w/exceptional quality by Otey! Best deal in the farm at Summerfield! Fabulous lot, gracious master on main level, sunroom w/ stacked stone fireplace. WEB ID #: 688536 Karen Bickham 336-430-6552
1216 Enchanted Forest Rd - $444,900 - Gorgeous, secluded custom 4BR/4.2BA home on 11 acres. Fab kit w/granite & SS, wonderful baths, huge pantry/closets, Lg BRs include two MBRs, formed stone fireplace w/ gas logs, Hdwd floors up/down. Bright & airy home w/ 2 story foyer. WEB ID #: 676913 Beth Brannan 336-253-4693
2700 Lunsford Rd - $442,500 - Beautiful 4BR/3.5BA, 1.5 story brick home on 1.04 acre in Lochmere subdivison! Master w/ fireplace, meticulously maintained, Excellent school district! Great yard for a pool! Professionally decorated! WEB ID #: 685214 Jacqeline Worsham 336-937-2616
8270 William Wallace - $415,000 - Awesome 1 level living w/spacious 4th bdrm, bath & bonus rm on 2nd, Located on cul-de-sac across & just down from the pool/clubhouse “Sell or Lease” WEB ID #: 675019 Deryle Peaslee-Wood 336-601-4765
3041 Forest Vale - $414,000 - Grand home! Prime location! 4BR, 4.5BA on 1.5 ac cul-de-sac. Finished basement. Bonus, playroom, office space. Lots of updates. Northern schools. WEB ID #: 688626 Annette Joyce 336-382-8629
3809 Durness Way - $367,000 - Room to stretch out! 5BR/3BAs, Gigantic partially sheet rocked concrete walk-out bsmt w/many uses, 2nd den/office/craft rm/wrkshp/extra storage rms. Big UL Bedroom used as bonus, MLS office has door to full bth. WEB ID #: 676412 Beth Brannan 336-253-4693
5501 Murphy Rd - $359,900 - Custom log home on 5+acres in Smrfld. Open kit/DR/LR/GR. Main-lvl mstr & upstrs bonus. Wrap-around porch & 3Car Garg w/4th bay open for carport storage. Beautiful lot w/fencing WEB ID #: 673535 Melissa Greer 336-337-5233
8501 Hudson James - $349,900 - 5.12 acre mini-farm, 3300+ sq.ft 3BR/3.5BA home, barn, workshop, fenced yard, NW schools WEB ID #: 677897 Annette Joyce 336-382-8629
138 Hush Hickory - $275,000 - 4BR/4BA on .92 acres. Mstr on main. Addl potential master on 2nd. Office, XL Bonus rm. Hrdwds & tile. Rocking chair porch w/ceiling fans. WEB ID #: 670700 Annette Joyce 336-382-8629
9056 Mount Carmel - $250,000 - Enjoy Country Living without sacrificing city convenience , 3BR/3BA remodeled farmhouse on 13.85 acres. Be lulled to sleep by the sound of the rain hitting the metal roof. WEB ID #: 668973 Annette Joyce 336-382-8629
2814 Norwell Ct - $244,000 - Rare find in Oak Ridge! 4BR, quiet cul-de-sac, big, private lot. 2-story great room, open floor plan. Large master suite. Granite in eat-in kitchen, 2-car garage, fresh paint, new carpet. WEB ID #: 675861 Waban Carter 336-601-6363
5098 Branch View Rd - $225,000 - Stunning home with rocking chair front porch! Open flr plan. 4 BRs + bonus. Almost 1 acre! Hardwood floors. Stainless steel appliances. Home warranty included. Beautiful deck overlooks delightful backyard; perfect for entertaining! WEB ID #: 685933 Jeremiah Hawes 336-455-3997
705 Robinhood - $159,900 - Absolutely precious, TOTALLY remodeled, brick 3bd/2ba, granite kitchen & fireplace, large lot! Strg bldg, very open! Near Monroeton School. WEB ID #: 676125 Deryle Peaslee-Wood 336-601-4765
5811 Stoney Glen - $159,000 - Great Location! 3BR/2.5BA. Roof, siding, deck replaced in 2011. Master suite with dual closets & dressing area. Fenced backyard, garden space & patio. Basement. WEB ID #: 680081 Annette Joyce 336-382-8629
Mountain View Lots - $125,900-149,900 - Special financing w/ 0% interest for 1 year. Gated community in Oak Ridge w/ pond, trail, picnic area & underground utilities incl natural gas. 3.71 to 6.78 acres . We are dealing! WEB ID #: Deryle Peaslee-Wood 336-601-4765
7006-7014 Summerfield Rd - $110,000 - Approx 2 acres on Summerfield Rd near HWY 220 being rezoned Commrcial. Buildings at no value. WEB ID #: 685256 Deryle Peaslee-Wood 336-601-4765
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5538 Bunch Rd - $69,900 - Great investment opportunity! 1 ac in Smrfld/Oak Rdge area. 3 BR, 1 BA w/hrdwd. In decent condition-would make good rental. Great land to build. WEB ID #: 682886 Deryle Peaslee-Wood 336-601-4765
3701 Cotswold Terrace - $67,500 - 2BR/2BA Condo in Commons on the Lake! New carpet in bedrooms, new vinyl in kitchen and bathrooms. Neighborhood pool! Hurry wont last long! WEB ID #: 683232 Rhonda Bentz 336-508-7405
3515 Oneida - $49,900 - Great acreage to build on, NW (old house at no value) Convenient location, wooded, flat land & great NW schools, septic & well already in place! WEB ID #: 682984 Deryle Peaslee-Wood 336-601-4765
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Advance Auto Parts hopes to locate in Stokesdale STOKESDALE – The Stokesdale Planning and Zoning Board is scheduled to meet on Thursday, Dec. 5 to review a site plan case for Advance Auto Parts. The business is proposing to construct a 6,895 sq. ft. building and make associated site improvements as part
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Elementary school to get new principal STOKESDALE – Guilford County Schools recently announced that Meredith Chandler will take over as principal of Stokesdale Elementary School after the winter break. Chandler is currently a K-5 math curriculum specialist for GCS, a role she has held since 2007. In that position, she planned and Chandler coordinated the 2013 summer literacy camp, which
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online: nwobserver.com e-mail: questions@nwobserver.com I recently read in your Summerfield Town Council coverage that a resident who spoke during the Citizen Comments period said he was told by the sheriff’s department that things missing from his property weren’t stolen, but may have been “permanently borrowed.”
Did the sheriff’s department really say that, and if so, how is “permanently borrowing” different from stealing with regard to the law? Lt. Cameron Piner of the sheriff’s District 1 office responded to this question and said, “We would not officially advise anyone that something was ‘permanently borrowed and not stolen’ when something is taken without permission. I can’t say that it wasn’t said and taken out of context, and unfortunately Mr. Voight can’t remember who he talked to since it occurred years ago. We do look into all reports of thefts, and often in matters involving misdemeanor charges we advise the victim to seek charges on their own for prosecution. In this matter, Mr. Voight stated a cumulative amount
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There are four bridges being built in southwest Rockingham County: one on Price Mill Road, one on Haynes Road (both of these have Summerfield addresses), another a couple miles from Price Mill Road on Griffin Road, and the other on New Lebanon Church Road in Bethany. While there is enough money to build these four bridges, a 1/8th-mile stretch at the north end of Price Mill Road remains an unpaved rough dirt road. This is not a dead-end road; it connects Highway 158 and Highway 65. In 1989 Gov. Jim Martin and lawmakers launched the mission to pave
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Bobby Norris, district engineer for Rockingham and Caswell County, responded to this question and offered a brief history of the reason this section at the north end of Price Mill Road remains unpaved. “Price Mill Road was looked at to be paved in May of 1991,” says Norris. “In order for us to have an unpaved road built and paved, we have to obtain right-of-way. We were unable to obtain right-of-way throughout the entire length of the road, so it was decided to partially pave the road (by law, this funding cannot be used to purchase right-of-way). “There is a process for property owners to have the Department of Transportation file condemnation on the unwilling participants, provided a bond has been obtained from the property owners. More than 75 percent of the property owners must be in agreement and they must represent more than 50 percent of the road frontage from both sides of the road. “The road was placed on our hold
list for the unpaved portion. It was revisited in 2005 and we were still unable to obtain the right-of-way to construct and pave the road. “Rockingham County has 1,260 secondary roads that total 968.24 miles. Out of this number of roads, 261 (totaling 87.45 miles) are classified as unpaved (gravel) roads. Of these 261 unpaved roads, we have attempted to pave 114 roads (totaling 52.53 miles) but have been unable to obtain right-of-way, so they have been placed on our hold list. “Now, the so called ‘good news’ this year is that N.C. legislators have changed our entire process for the Secondary Road Construction Program for each county. Previously each county rated and prioritized every unpaved road and then started at the top of the list and worked down to the lowest. The new legislation has that same concept, but the funding has been withdrawn from each county and is centralized to the state so now there is one priority list for the entire state. Every unpaved road across the state must compete in the priority rating to be paved. When this unpaved section at the north end of Price Mill Road will be revisited, I cannot honestly say.”
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Eliza (Liza) Searcy Russom Dick opened her eyes to the world on April 22, 1910. The daughter of Coaty and Lennie Crutchfield Searcy, she was born near Linville Road in Oak Ridge and was one of five children. Though she has not lived in the Oak Ridge community for some time, Liza, with her now white hair held back by a band and her face showing only a few wrinkles, retains vivid memories of growing up in “the Ridge.” She recalls walking to the oneroom school, built in 1925, which housed grades one through seven. It was, according to her, a place of strict discipline. Boys who misbehaved were required to go outside and cut their own switch, which was then applied to their backsides by a school official. The historic Saint James African Methodist Episcopal Church (circa 1895), nestled behind the First Baptist Church of Oak Ridge off Oak Ridge Road, still is a cherished facet of this gracious lady’s life. Liza has attended her beloved place of worship, which began as a brush arbor, since the tender age of five. She relates, “There was a mourner’s bench at the altar, where you prayed till you ‘got right with God.’” In its early days, the small sanctuary was lit by a kerosene lantern and lamp light. Though Liza’s eyesight is gone, visions of childhood recitations at school and church are still vivid. Little coaxing is needed as she shares one in particular: “Roses on my shoulders, slippers on my feet … I’m my mama’s darling child – don’t you think I’m sweet?” The song “Trees,” from the beloved words by poet Joyce Kilmer (“I think that I shall never see a poem as lovely as a tree …”), is a favorite of Liza’s. For decades she sang (high soprano) in her
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Oak Ridge native Liza Dick, 103, shown here sitting in a pew at St. James AME Church with her daughter, Mary Ellen, in the background.
church choir. Her 103-year-old vocal chords may not be as strong as they once were, but sweet sincerity is in Liza’s moving, impromptu rendition of “Amazing Grace.” With a bright smile, Liza describes her first husband, Frank Russom, whom she met at a cousin’s house and later married at the age of 17. “I loved combing his hair,” says Liza. “He had the prettiest hair.” She describes her wedding dress as made of blue gingham with lace down the front. “Daddy Frank,” as he was called, cuts quite a dapper figure in one of several treasured family photos. Also captured are likenesses of a stylish Liza and their three children, Curtis, Mary Ellen and Dilsie, dressed up for going to a big church meeting in Summerfield.
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Despite trials, ‘life is good’ for cancer survivor by SHARON NEELY A plaque in Lisa Deans’ Summerfield home reads “Life is good.” It’s a phrase we all know well, but for Deans, a two-time cancer survivor, these words may resonate a little more deeply this year. “I have so many things to feel thankful about,” says the 57-year-old grandmother of five. In 2007, while living in Nebraska, Deans was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent chemotherapy and radiation as well as a mastectomy. Her husband Kevin was traveling heavily during her treatments, so when he was offered a job in Greensboro that required less travel and would bring them only a few miles from one of their daughters, they jumped at the opportunity. At that time Deans was nearing the end of her cancer treatment program and things were definitely looking up. But tragedy struck again when she and Kevin received a terrifying phone call saying their 16-year-old grandson had died suddenly as a result of a freak accident. “That was the worst call of my life,” recalls Deans. While grieving the death of their grandson who had passed away only four months earlier, and as Deans was in the final phase of her cancer treatment, she and Kevin made the cross country move to Summerfield. Settling into a new home just a few miles away from her daughter and family brought much solace. In August of 2012, the Deans family celebrated a clear CT scan. However, this past March, not even a full year after being cleared of breast cancer, Deans received another terrifying phone call: a routine Pap smear had come back with “suspicious cells.”
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A biopsy later revealed Deans had endometrial carcinoma – a very aggressive from of uterine cancer. Though dismayed to be diagnosed with cancer for a second time, Deans was grateful to her doctor for encouraging her to get the Pap smear. “She gave me the Pap smear that saved my life,” recalls Deans. Facing yet another debilitating round of cancer treatments consisting of five hours of chemo every three weeks, Deans was still determined to make the family trip to Disney World in May, along with four of her grandchildren. However, her treatments this time didn’t compare to her breast cancer treatments. “It was awful,” says Deans. ”It was so much worse than my breast cancer. I was just so tired.” Thankfully, doctors were able to arrange her treatments around her travel. “I made the trip with all the kids and grandkids,” smiles Deans.”I got a little tired, but I made it.” Deans’ last chemo treatment for the uterine cancer was on Sept. 20, but she is still on medication for a blood clot in her arm.
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Vultures tend to be habitual in where they roost, Hoffman adds, so if you haven’t seen this group before it could be a new population moving in. However, chances are good that they won’t stay. “There was probably a dead animal around that would have drawn in a large flock for feeding,” explains Hoffman. “This would be the most common scenario and they will likely dissipate once the food source runs out.” While vultures do migrate, North Carolina has the kind of climate that these birds can enjoy year round. “In the summer, they go as high as central Canada and in the winter they go as low as the very bottom tip of South America,” says Hoffman. “For North Carolina specifically, there can be a lot of variation from group to group. Some may choose to stay, others to leave. Some may stop over for awhile and then move on, which could also be what you’re seeing. Movement can also be dependent on resources
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and weather and can change from year to year.” As for your cat, as long as he’s alive, these birds won’t give him the time of day. “Vultures absolutely will not eat anything until it is dead. They have no taste for the stuff alive nor do they lack the killing power that other birds of prey have,” explains Hoffman. There’s nothing you can do to make the birds leave their new home until they’re ready to do so. Like other native birds, the vulture is heavily protected by the Migratory Bird Act of 1918. Doing anything to remove them, kill them or harass them could result in a fine of up to $15,000 and up to six months in prison. “If they are a transient group, they will likely move soon,” assures Hoffman. “On the other hand, if they are establishing a set roosting location, they don’t usually like areas that are too urban or populated so I wouldn’t imagine they would stay there long.”
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OAK RIDGE – Dogs and their owners will soon be able to enjoy a new found freedom at the Oak Ridge Town Park as the much anticipated dog park nears completion. According to Terry Lannon, Oak Ridge’s director of parks and recreation, the dog park, which encompasses roughly 1.5 acres in a wooded area located near the park’s playground, is just weeks away from officially opening. Cleared late last summer, the property is now completely fenced. The fence divides the park into two separate sec-
tions – one for large dogs and the other for small breeds. Cement pads and yard hydrants are in place and an asphalt trail leads from the parking lot to the dog park. Signage is one of the last items needed to finish the project. Currently, the park rules are being reviewed by the town’s Parks and Recreation Commission. Once approved and posted, the facility will open to the public. Lannon says a grand opening of the park will take place in the spring when the weather is warmer.
Pet Adoptions LIZZY AND LENNY Lizzy (left), a female, and Lenny, a male, are 18 weeks old. These two kittens and their siblings came to Red Dog Farm after being found on a highrise patio. Today, they are living the “high” life exploring their foster home and the ways of the world from a safe area. They have received their first several rounds of vaccines and are microchipped and spayed/neutered. If you would like to adopt Lizzy and/or Lenny, or another one of our sweet kittens to call your very own, please visit www.reddogfarm.com.
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Kim Furlough, head coach for Northern Nighthawks women’s basketball, says her team this year is very young in both age and experience. “We only returned five players from varsity, so we’ve added four freshmen, one sophomore and one junior,” Furlough says. “We were busy this past summer attending two team camps and playing in the Powerade State games in Charlotte to help our new girls adjust to the varsity level. We have good leadership from our seniors, who have set the tone in practices and games. They know what it takes to win and have expected the young ones to rise to the occasion. I feel this is a team that will only get better and better as the season goes on and we find our chemistry.” A highlight of this season for Furlough and her team was the recent accomplishment of Aliyah Grinage, who reached 1,000 points in her high school basketball career in the Nov. 21 game against the Northwest Vikings. “I was so very excited
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for Aliyah to accomplish this goal,” Furlough says. “She and I have talked about this being a reasonable goal for her for a couple of years and I am happy that she will have her name placed on the “1,000 Point Club” plaque in the trophy case. She is currently the 2nd leading scorer in Northern history, behind Samantha Coffer who plays at Elon University. Aliyah will be the only 1,000 point scorer this year, but we hope to have another one next year.” The Lady Nighthawks are 3-2 this season. They defeated the Northwest Vikings on Nov. 21 (47-39) but lost to the Vikings on Dec. 3 (49-34). On Nov. 26 the team lost to Williams (58-52), then claimed a victory over Southeast Guilford on Nov. 30 in a nail-biter, 64-63. The Men Nighthawks have a 2-3 record this season. On Nov. 19 they lost to Asheboro (59-55), and had
another loss on Nov. 21 to the Northwest Vikings (66-62). On Nov. 26 the Nighthawks came out strong against Williams, defeating them 66-22, then scored another decisive win on Nov. 30 against Carver (88-40). The Nighthawks men’s team lost again to the Northwest Vikings on Dec. 3 (71-68). We hope to catch up with the Nighthawks men’s head coach, Bill Chambers, within the next week to get his insights on the season so far. The Nighthawks were scheduled to play Western Guilford on Dec. 4 at Western Guilford, and will play Western Alamance on Dec. 6 at Western Alamance (women play at 6 p.m. and men play at 7:30 p.m.).
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This was only the third time in the school’s history that the Vikings had made it to the third round of the state playoffs – the previous two times were in 1989 in the 3A division, and in 2004 in the 4A division. The Vikings have never made it beyond the third round – here’s hoping that will change next year.
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NORTHWEST VIKINGS BASKETBALL With a 3-0 record this season, the Northwest Viking men’s basketball team has started out strong. In their season opener on Nov. 21, the Vikings defeated the Northern Guilford Nighthawks 6662. Four days later the team defeated Lexington, 80-72. And on Dec. 3 the Vikings again faced their No. 1 rival, the Northern Nighthawks, and defeated them in overtime, 71-68. Head Coach Lee Reavis says his team this year combines a healthy mix of veterans and newcomers. “With the graduation of two-time all-conference shooting guard, Cody Hylton, the Vikings will look to veterans Colson Everett (Sr.) and Nick Powell (Sr.) to fill the scoring and leadership roles this season,” Reavis says. “A junior transfer from Dudley, Kevin Henry, and freshmen Jalen Spicer and Reggie Davis have been added to the squad this season. Davis, along with seniors Nick Yocum and Drew Harper, will go a long way to help provide the Vikings with defense and rebounding from our forward positions. At the guard position, Senior Tim Kilpatrick,
Sophomore Jaylen Gore, and Spicer will provide speed, defensive pressure, ball handling and athleticism to the squad this season. Senior Hampton Billips will continue to anchor the middle for Northwest at the center position for a third straight year. “Returning eight seniors and adding a mix of underclassmen has allowed the team to progress at a much faster pace. As expected, Northwest will also need to remain healthy and continue to improve during a long and demanding season,” Reavis concludes. On Nov. 21 the Vikings women’s team lost to Northern, 47-39. Another loss followed on Nov. 25, this time to Lexington, 57-42. The women’s team came back strong on Dec. 3, defeating Northern Guilford Nighthawks, 49-34. We’ll try again to catch up with the Vikings women’s head coach, Darlene Joyner, within the next week to get her thoughts on the season so far. The Viking women will face Lexington again this Friday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. and the men will play at 7:30 p.m. at Northwest Guilford on Northwest School Road.
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‘”They believe they got all the cancer,” she beams. “The CT scan was clear.” With her treatments and two cancer diagnoses behind her, Deans is finally ready to go back to work as a food service manager with Guilford County Schools. “I’m feeling good, and I’m ready to go be around people again,” she smiles. But her favorite people are her family. “I love Thanksgiving,” Deans said recently as she prepared for her house to fill with family members. “I’m also thankful for every day – and for my husband. He has been so supportive through all this’” she says. “You have to have a positive attitude.” And to help her keep that positive attitude, there is that plaque in her home which reminds her that despite the challenges, “Life is good.”
Frank worked as a maintenance man at the Oak Ridge Military Academy when Mr. “Zach” Whitaker was professor of music there. “Fessor” Zach and his wife “Miss Lil” were like “close kin” to the Searcy family, as were all of the prominent Whitaker family members. Liza later held a decades-long position with the well-remembered Dr. Richard Whitaker of Kernersville.
that her mother “sewed for just about everybody on the Ridge – dresses, coats, slipcovers, etc.” Liza’s eldest daughter recalls idyllic, carefree days of childhood and playing with the Whitaker children. Back then, she and her siblings referred to the turreted Queen Anne style home of Thomas Whitaker (president of ORMA 1914-1929) and his wife Ida as the “castle.”
Of Liza’s children, only two are still living – Mary Ellen Goldston, with whom she lives in Greensboro, and Curtis, who lives in Jamestown. Frank Russom died in 1958, and Liza later married Frank Dick; she was widowed again in 1980.
At more than a century old, Liza Dick enjoys fair health, though she does have diabetes and is equipped with a pacemaker. She particularly likes the television shows “Judge Judy,” “Jeopardy” and “Wheel of Fortune.” And there is a family pet, a long haired Chihuahua, “Deyre,” who adores curling up in her lap and being petted.
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When asked about her most important accomplishment in life, Liza emphatically answers, “my three children!” As for her favorite foods, Liza likes it all – “turnip greens, corn bread, fried apples – good ole Southern cooking!” Liza’s 100th birthday celebration was held at the Bur-Mil Club off U.S. 220, and congratulatory letters were received from Gov. Beverly Perdue and President Obama. This year, Oak Ridge’s native daughter marked her special day with a quiet family gettogether. Mary Ellen and Curtis still attend the church of their childhood, Saint James AME. Though difficult for Liza to attend often, she is there every week in heart and spirit. The 31st book of Proverbs portrays the virtuous woman as having a price “far above rubies.” Liza’s two children, nine grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 26 great-great-grandchildren are most likely to agree that this is an accurate description of Liza Searcy Russom Dick, whose legacy will live on for decades to come.
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CRIME / INCIDENT report The District 1 Sheriff’s Office has recently responded to the following incidents in northwest Guilford County. CORRECTION: In our Nov. 29-Dec. 5 issue we reported that the Double K Bar on Belews Creek Road in Stokesdale was charged with serving alcohol to a minor. This was incorrect. An 18-year old male who had allegedly been drinking entered the bar and was asked to leave, but refused. He then got into an altercation with another patron and an employee called the sheriff’s department. The 18-year old, who was transported to the hospital to receive treatment for injuries sustained in the altercation, was charged with underage possession of alcohol by consumption.
ASSAULT NOV. 25 | A resident of Bonnie Lane in Summerfield reported a known person hit her in the head.
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THEFT NOV. 25 | A resident of Lake Brandt Road in Summerfield reported an unknown person stole her satellite dish.
NOV. 28 | A resident of Fulp Road in Stokesdale reported a burglary at her apartment, in which jewelry was stolen.
DOMESTIC NOV. 27 | A resident of North River Road in Kernersville reported a domestic dispute with a known person.
DRUGS NOV. 30 | A traffic stop on U.S. 220 in northern Greensboro resulted in a misdemeanor charge for possession of marijuana. DEC. 1 | An unrelated investigation at a residence on Bridgehead Road in Kernersville resulted in drug possession and paraphernalia charges.
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SUNDAY, DEC. 8 zz “Light the Ridge” | The Merchants Association of Oak Ridge, in partnership with the Oak Ridge Military Academy, invites you to the annual Christmas tree lighting event on Dec. 8 from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. The event will be held at the Oak Ridge Military Academy, and will include live music and a visit from Santa Claus and “the Mrs.” For more info, see ad on page 7.
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Baptist Church of Oak Ridge, 5424 Union Grove Rd., will have their annual Christmas festival on Dec. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. More info: call 707-7686 or email LuciMilam@gmail.com. MONDAY, DEC. 9 zz Blood Drive | On Dec. 9 from 2:30 to 7 p.m., give the gift of life at the community blood drive at Oak Ridge UMC, 2424 Oak Ridge Rd. Call 643-4690 to schedule an appointment, or drop by and walk-ins will be worked in as quickly as possible. More info: call 643-8348 or email bobyarb@gmail.com.
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TUESDAY, DEC. 10 zz Marine Corps meeting | The Marine Corps League Detachment 1314 meets the second Wednesday of each month at Stokesdale Moose Lodge No. 1816, 8430 Southard Road in Stokesdale. Marines, former Marines and their widows and orphans are welcome to attend. More info: visit www.nwt1314.com. THURSDAY, DEC. 12 zz MAOR Monthly Meeting | The Merchants Association of Oak Ridge will meet on Dec. 12 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Oak Ridge Town Hall, 8315 Linville Rd. We welcome representatives of local businesses and organizations to join us for fellowship at 7:30 a.m., followed by our business meeting at 8 a.m. More info: call 497-3179 or email bruce@themindfultraveler.com.
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This year I’ve intensified my commitFrom The Old Mill of Guilford, just off ment to do my Christmas shopping loN.C. 68, to the Fat Cat Ltd. in the Oak cally as much as possible. Before I head Ridge Commons shopping center, Josie’s out of town, I’m going through Boutique across from the shopthe list of unique gift items ofping center to Stonefield Cellars fered by business owners and in Stokesdale to Sadies and some employees who live right here of the other shops in downtown in the northwest area and serve Stokesdale, Purgason’s and It’s our communities in countless Trendee in Summerfield – and ways, from the services and more – there are countless Patti Stokes publisher/editor reasons to shop locally, so before products they offer to the taxes they pay, to the people they employ heading into the big city, look around to the athletic teams they sponsor, the for the treasures right here at home, and items they donate for events, and the shop here whenever you can. It’s a winvolunteer hours they log in. win for you and your community.
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FACT – Healthcare policies always cover some procedures we will never use. As a man, no I don’t need pregnancy coverage, but women typically don’t require coverage for prostate issues, which is included in most policies.
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FACT – Millions of our fellow citizens, including hard-working middle class Americans, are getting access to quality healthcare for the first time rather than using the ER for routine care, which is a hidden tax on all of us. Every major law that has ever been enacted has required later fixes, including Social Security and Medicare. Do we want to repeal those vital programs? Where are the bills submitted by Republicans to improve the law? I want to applaud Sen. Kay Hagan for being a voice for reason, working to find ways to fix healthcare rather than just using any opportunity to attack the President. The ACA may not be perfect, but it’s an important step in the right direction. Call it “Obamacare” if you choose. At least Obama cares! I pray that more of us would too.
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GRINS to... Northwest JV Cheerleaders for showing integrity and maturity at the game against Lexington HS. Your positive attitude and sportsmanship did not go unnoticed! You girls were a “first class” example to everyone in attendance! Northern’s athletic director, Brian Thomas, for his support of the girls varsity basketball coach after an incident with one of the Burlington Williams coaches. The Clipper that is delivered in my yard. I really like receiving the coupons. It is convenient for those who don’t get the daily paper.
The staff of Countryside Manor who worked Thanksgiving Day, happily, with compassion and cheer. Thanks for all you do for the residents! The Northwest Observer, for all the hard work and donations for Light the Ridge this year! To the NWMS mom who was on time picking up after student council and let my child use your phone and stayed with the children whose parents were late. A big thank you! Robert and Natalie Wurz, owners of Stonefield Cellars in Stokesdale, for creating such a treasure in our community. Loved the music, artists, wine and warm hospitality at your “Art of Giving Thanks” event last Saturday!
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The person who griped that voting conservative is “about Christian morality.” (Nov. 29-Dec. 5 issue). Pray tell, what is moral about denying expanding Medicaid/ unemployment for the “least of these”? People who believe that Christian means moral. What’s moral about erasing 5,000 years of culture from two continents because their gods were not your god? Wendy’s Oak Ridge for the cold French fries ... for the third time in a row. You lost a customer in us.
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PROPERTY PURCHASE ...continued from p. 1 the town grows so does its need for storage, administrative and meeting space. Mayor Mark Brown says of the town hall building, “It’s a 19th century building with 21st century workloads … our last event coordinator/manager’s assistant was housed in a former closet, so we have totally grown out of the building.” For the last four years the town council has discussed purchasing property for additional administrative and meeting space. To identify eligible properties, town officials put out feelers asking anyone who had suitable property for sale to contact them. Brown says the council agreed it needed to “cast the net out 50 years,” and preferred to look at property along Summerfield Road, if possible, and with multiple acres so there would be room to expand in the future. Over a four-year period, town officials considered about a half dozen properties, from Auburn Road to the former Laughlin Primary School near the north end of Summerfield Road. After Laughlin was closed as a K-1 school the town approached Guilford County Schools about purchasing it, but the school system chose instead to use the property as a professional staff development center. “At a budget meeting about a year ago, I reminded council members that as we looked for property, we needed to keep in mind some of our historical properties,” Brown said. It was around this time that a .35-acre site, which includes the former Gordon Hardware building located diagonally across the street from the town hall, and a 15.66acre site spanning along U.S. 220 to the north end of Summerfield Road, were presented as a possibility. Though the sites are both owned by Ralph Gordon, LLC, they are separated by N.C. 150. Constructed in 1911, the approximately 3,400-sq.-ft. two-story building
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that once housed Gordon Hardware is often referred to as a “twin” to the Brittain Building, which was constructed sometime between 1872 and 1885. Before the construction of U.S. 220, the hardware store was at the epicenter of Summerfield and frequented by those in need of hardware supplies as well as friendship. It was a gathering place on Saturday nights, and “Mr. Gordon,” the late Bill Gordon’s father, was as much of an icon in the Summerfield community in the ’50s and ’60s as his son Bill would become decades later. Gordon’s Hardware stood stoically for many years, until about nine years ago when Bill Gordon and his wife Mary Jane began decorating the storefront windows for the holiday seasons as well as at election time, when they would don it with red, white and blue and post signs reminding everyone to vote. Bill died on March 9, 2011, and the building that he co-owned with his brother seemed to mourn his death right along with the community that he so dearly loved. Though volunteers in the community have continued to decorate the front windows, the building has had few visitors since Bill’s ownership was transferred to his brother, who lives out of the area. After doing some investigating, Brown and Town Manager Scott Whitaker felt the former hardware store and associated property had potential for town use. “I think we pretty much feel like we could have an impact on that corner, and preserve it,” Brown said. “Because the corner is Summerfield and it is very worth preserving.” The town has 60 days to assess the properties and structures resting on them before signing a contract to purchase the two sites – marketed at a sale price of $598,000 – for $399,000. “The sky is the limit as to how we can use it – in the worse-case scenario, we have 16 acres right in the heart of Summerfield,” Brown said.
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Town of Stokesdale’s annual CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING, Friday, Dec. 6, 7pm at Town Hall on Angel-Pardue Road in Stokesdale. Come enjoy refreshments and a visit from Santa Claus and “the Mrs.” For more info, please email vwhite-lawrence@ triad.rr.com. CHRISTMAS with Gate City Vineyard Church: Dec. 7, 7:30pm, free night of Worship. Dec. 14, 9:30am, breakfast with Santa, $5 per person, call to reserve seating. Dec. 22, 2-6pm, free gift wrap in front of Marshalls on New Garden Rd. Dec. 24, 6pm, Christmas Eve service. Located at 204 South Westgate Dr., Greensboro, (336) 323-1288. SUMMERFIELD TREE LIGHTING, Sat., December 7, 6:30pm, Summerfield Athletic park. Carols, light food & drink, and a cracklin’ bonfire, all free! For more info, see display ad on page 5.
Dec. 7 and 8, 14 and 15, 12n-4pm, Golden Antiques, 4537 Hwy. 220 Summerfield.
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It’s Trendee CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Dec. 8, 3:30-6:30pm. Donations accepted to benefit the Lilly’s Foundation for Childhood Cancer. See display ad on page 6 for more information. LIGHT THE RIDGE, presented by the Merchants Association of Oak Ridge, Sunday, Dec. 8, 5:15-7pm, Oak Ridge Military Academy.
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MAID-2-SHINE. Serving NW area for 14 years. Gift certificates available. Detail oriented, prof., bonded, exc. ref. 338-0223. FREE PICK-UP of mowers, batteries, AC’s, appliances, grills, etc. 689-4167. CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOW CLEANING, gutter cleaning, pressure washing. Fully ins. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 399-3995.
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JASMINE CLEANING SERVICE. 12 years exp. (336) 423-4938 or 298-7669. CastleWorks WINDOW CLEANING Includes gutters, pressure washing, chandeliers and other high ladder work. Fully insured and bonded, free estimates.
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STUMP GRINDING – FREE ESTIMATES Big or small, we grind them all. 382-3860.
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GREENERTIMES LAWN MAINTENANCE Free quotes and affordable prices. Discounts on 1-year contracts. (336) 312-3844 mobile or (336) 548-9286 office.
timates, guaranteed service. 432-4483. ROSA’S CLEANING SERVICE. 11 yrs. exp. Excellent references. (336) 508-5714.
DECORATING EXPERIENCED INTERIOR DECORATOR & personal furniture shopper will help you with style, color, shopping & furniture placement. E-mail appeninc@gmail.com or call Ann Appenzeller, (336) 314-1411.
MONTERO’S HARDWOOD FLOORING Installation of hardwood, laminate & tile; hardwood sanding & finishing. Commercial & residential. Insured, 16 yrs. exp. Free
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GAULDIN TRUCKING, grading & hauling, bobcat work, lot clearing, driveways, fill dirt, gravel, etc. 362-1150.
MAYS SIDING Storm damage, facia and siding repairs. 215-8776, www.mayssiding.com.
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Want to reach our readers? Call 644-7035 for advertising info. LAWN CARE / LANDSCAPING BUZZ CUTS LAWN & LANDSCAPE INC. Annual service agreements. Buzz, 509-6464. GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maintenance. 655-6490. ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call 382-9875. AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt available. 602-5820.
MULCH, single-ground, $10 per 3-yard scoop. Tandem load delivered, $100 (about 10 yards). Oak Ridge area, 803-2195. TLC LAWN CARE Lawn mowing, fertilization and weed control. General cleanup. Affordable all-season lawn maintenance. (336) 681-0097. FULL-SERVICE LANDSCAPING I am an eager, reliable and honest landscaper ready to help you in any aspect, from lawn care to brickwork, leaf pick, pressure washing, and winter prep. I have and own my own personal, modern equipment. (336) 464-5215. DELIMA LAWNCARE. Residential & commercial, free estimates. (336) 669-5210. AQUA SYSTEMS. Quality irrigation systems. NC Licensed Contractor. We service all systems. Free est. 644-1174. CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICE Complete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, 643-9332. CarolinaStumpAndTreeServiceNC.com. BRAD’S BOBCAT. Landscaping, driveways, patios, sidewalks, concrete work. 362-3647. 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. STEVE NEWMAN TREE SERVICE. Free est. Locally owned and operated. Lic/ins. 30 yrs. exp. Bucket truck & chipper, total cleanup. 24-hr. emergency svc. OR, NC. 643-1119. WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete lawn care & landscaping. NC lic. irrigation contractor. 20 years exp. Hardscaping, fertilization & weed control. 399-7764.
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ONE GUY & A MACHINE LAWN CARE and hardscaping. Maintenance, design, paver patios, block walls, hedges trimmed, beds re-edged, pine needles, mulch, pressure washing, chemical applications, aerating. Licensed & insured. Free est. Call 3824767. www.oneguyandamachine.com. D & D LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION Complete landscaping services. Retaining walls & patios. Member BBB. NC licensed irrigation contractor. 312-2706. LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS 13-year anniversary special. We will beat your current written price by 15% – guaranteed! Call (336) 601-3796. classifieds@nwobserver.com
MASONRY MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone, concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com.
MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS
Triad Garage Doors SALES, SERVICE & REPAIR (336) 501-6025 www.triadgaragedoors.com LiftMaster, Amarr, and all other brands Free estimates • Insured • 10 years experience
JUNK REMOVAL – appliances, batteries, mowers, cars, electronics, trash removal, etc. Call about free junk removal, 423-3006. DUMP TRAILER – YOU LOAD, WE HAUL Trash, construction debris, misc., We will haul for a flat fee. (336) 399-5228.
HOME SERVICES
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LOW-COST GARAGE DOORS. Repair & sales. 35 years exp. (336) 215-2800.
CARLOS PAINTING. Res/comm., licensed & insured, free estimates. (336) 669-5210.
TM Construction
GAS LOGS, WOOD STOVES & INSERTS, fireplaces, sold, serviced and repaired. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183.
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PAINTING & DRYWALL PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, 32 years experience. Avg. size bedroom walls,
Repair, remodel, well
pump. Lic/Ins. Accepts all major credit cards. Office 656-0019, cell 382-6905.
POWER WASHING PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Call Crystal Clear. Fully insured. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873.
REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION
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CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. Roof Replacements / Repairs Siding & Windows Custom Decks / Porches General Home Repairs Remodeling / Painting
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.
Services, INC. 644-8615 (office) 508-5242 (mobile)
A.L. CORMAN ROOFING INC. Res. roofing specialist serving Guilford Cty. area since 1983. Member BBB 25+ years w/ A+ rating. cormanroofinginc.com, 621-6962.
NC General Contractor License #72797
RENOVATION WORKS INC. New construction, remodeling, kitchen and bath, additions, decks & patios. Call (336) 427-7391 or www.myrenovationworks.com.
MISC. SERVICES COMPUTER REPAIRS $99. Used computers, website design. Info at
JLB REMODELING INC. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. Remodeling, additions and home repairs. 681-2902, www.jlbremodeling.com.
ITBASICS.COM – (336) 643-0068. Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons. PERSONAL TRAINING. Call (336) 465-5867 or visit www.trainwithmarcus.com.
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Kitchens & baths, rotted wood, decks,
STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services.
Scott
Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com.
RIDDLE PAINTING
Specializing in interior painting, we take pride in our quality work and personalized service Free estimates References available
Residential Interiors Pressure Washing
(336) 402-4603 Serving the Triad since 1998
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siding, windows, fall roofing specialist. Sr. discounts, 35 years exp. 362-6343. KEITH SMITH CONSTRUCTION 26 years experience. Specializing in room additions, garages, vinyl siding and windows, painting, ceramic tile, laminate, hardwood and linoleum floors, and remodeling of all kinds. No job too small. Free est. Call 644-1943 or cell 362-7469. MOBILE WELDING SERVICE Residential, wrought-iron fence & gates, custom fabrication, stainless aluminium.
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MISC. SERVICES
T TNails Acrylic nails • Tip overlay • Pink & white Gel manicures • Liquid gels Nail designs • Spa pedicure • Waxing
(336) 644-8888
Located in Gunter’s Crossing
MISC. FOR SALE ALL NEW MATTRESS SETS.
Still in
plastic, w/ warranty. Twin, $99; Full, $109; Queen, $129; King, $191. Can deliver, layaway available. Mattress Outlet. 992-0025.
FIREWOOD
(5820-C N Church St, Greensboro)
SEASONED FIREWOOD, all hardwood,
Appointments or Walk-ins • GIFT CERTIFICATES
free delivery. Wood splitting avail. 543-3664.
OPEN Mon - Sat, 9am - 7pm • Sun 1 - 5pm
SEASONED FIREWOOD, delivered & FREE PICKUP of appliances, batteries,
stacked. 1/2 cord, $80. Call 686-6373.
junk mowers, air conditioners, grills, electri-
FIREWOOD, seasoned hard wood, no pine.
cal items, metal items, etc. 689-4167.
Pick up or delivery. 253-7615, 643-5744.
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PET / ANIMAL SERVICES
REAL ESTATE
PET SITTING. Caring & responsible. Holiday special, $12/30-minute visit. 601-2087.
HOMES FOR RENT
SPOIL-ME-ROTTEN ANIMAL CARE Motto: love, compassion, respect for your pets. Professional pet sitter for 18 years. Bonded/Insured. Member, Pet Sitters Intl. Provide food, exercise, play, meds/shots, much TLC. 1-3 trips/day. $15/trip (30 min). Call 643-5242. Oak Ridge/Summerfield.
Regular & climate controlled units
We carry moving & shipping supplies
(336) 643-9963 • 8207 B & G Court, Stokesdale
MISC. FOR SALE KAWAI BABY GRAND PIANO, cherry finish, $12,500. Antique bedroom set (sleigh bed & dresser), $750. (336) 430-0008. HAY FOR SALE, round and square bales. Fescue & orchard grass mix. 209-1883.
STOKESDALE 2BR, 1BA duplex for rent. Appliances included. $650mo., $650 deposit. (336) 643-9402 or 362-4462.
HOME FOR SALE
HORSE BOARDING, Green Acres Horse Farm, Stokesdale area. Full board & pasture board, riding trails, lots of green pastures. 707-7118.
BEST FRIEND NEEDED PRIVACY ON TROUBLESOME CREEK 291 DARLA DRIVE, SUMMERFIELD
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Get away from it all in this 5100+sf/16+ac, 4BR/4BA “low country” estate with: master on main, incredible kitchen, finished basement, salt water pool, hot tub on multi-level deck, wrap-around porch w/covered walkway to garage, gated entry & tree-lined drive...all bordering historic Troublesome Creek…$668,000.
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LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
OAK RIDGE DUPLEX, 2BR, 2BA, $700 per month. (336) 706-1887.
for just $4 per line Deadline is the Monday before each Friday’s issue MISC. WANTED WILL PAY CASH for riding lawn mower
BOOTS is a one-year-old male with a kind, loving personality. He enjoys spending time with people and exploring new areas. He is not currently neutered, but will be as part of his adoption fee. For more info, visit www. adoptshelterpets.org or call the Guilford County Animal Shelter, 297-5020.
Waban Carter 336-601-6363
waban.carter@bhhsyostandlittle.com
needing repair or free removal if unwanted. Also free pick-up of appliances, batteries, air conditioners, grills, metal items, computers, gas & electrical items. 689-4167.
REAL ESTATE HOMES FOR RENT
123 Dream Lane Real estate showcase ads in the NWO get seen! Include a photo and description for your listing, Realtor photo, logo and contact info all for only $75!
$$$ – WILL PAY CASH up to $200 for your junk or wrecked vehicle. 552-0328.
PET / ANIMAL SERVICES PET SITTING & BOARDING FREE REIN STABLES, LLC, located in Summerfield off 158. Looking for full-board PERSIMMON PULP, jelly, pudding, and
boarders.
more! 816-3441 or 996-3892.
(336) 508-0694.
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OAK RIDGE, 3BR, 2BA, updated, fireplace, fence, storage, 2-car garage. No pets. Call (336) 215-7958.
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Memorial Service, Forbis & Dick .............4 Light The Ridge ...................................... 7 Santa in the Gardens............................23 Stonefield Cellars Open House ............ 15 Summerfield Tree Lighting ....................5
Forsyth Pediatrics, Oak Ridge ............... 16
A New Dawn Realty .............................22
Focus MD .............................................24
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services .......2
LeBauer HealthCare.............................26
Bobbie Gardner / Allen Tate .................23
Novant Health ........................................ 9
Ramilya Siegel / Allen Tate ..................... 5
Oak Ridge Physical Therapy ................. 17
Ridgewood Realty.................................22
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Gate City Advisors ...............................26
Stokesdale Heating & Air...................... 18 Velocity Air, Inc. .................................... 12
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ACCounting Samuel K. Anders, CPA, MSA, PC........22
Automotive serviCes Prestige Car Wash ...............................17
builders Building Dimensions ............................25
CHiroprACtiC serviCes Salama Chiropractic ............................20 Summerfield Family Chiropractic .........22
LA Nails & Tan ....................................16 Great Clips .......................................... 17
Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church ...........25
dentists / ortHodontiCs Borden Dentistry..................................19
Waban Carter / Berkshire Hathaway.....30
Summerfield Family Eye Care ...............23
restAurAnts
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Elizabeth’s Italian Restaurant ...............17
Good Samaritan Ministries ................13 Preservation Oak Ridge .....................21
HeAltH & fitness Tumblebees Ultimate Gym ....................4
Home produCts & serviCes BEK Paint .............................................23 ProStone Inc. .......................................20 Southern States ...............................Insert
Veterans of Foreign Wars ...................21
mortgAge serviCes Sylena Allen / High Point Bank .............24
pet serviCes Bel-Aire Veterinary Hospital .................. 12
insurAnCe Gladwell Insurance Agency.....................3 Triad Insurance..................................... 15
Country Kennel ....................................22 KPS - Kelly’s Pet Services ......................23
JP Looney’s Sports Bar & Grill..............16 Rio Grande, Oak Ridge .......................16
retAil A.B. Seed ............................................. 21 BiRite Food Center ................................. 8 Dewey’s Holiday Store .......................... 14 Goodwill Industries ............................... 10 It’s Trendee............................................. 6 Hardin Farm & Stable........................... 21 Purgason’s ........................................... 21 The Fat Cat, Ltd. ................................. 21
Northwest Animal Hospital ...................22
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Southeastern Eye Center ........................ 6
Attorney Bill Barbour ............................20
mediCAl / eye CAre / pt Alex Wilson Counseling ........................ 19 Central Carolina Surgery ...................... 14
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