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Warning: Kids who swallow magnets risk internal injuries BY SARAH CAMPBELL scampbell@salisburypost.com

A local principal is warning parents about the dangers associated with magnets after an elementary student landed in the hospital after swallowing two last week. Woodleaf Elementary School Principal Sue Herrington said a fourth-grader’s mother contacted her Monday after learning her son had ingested one Thursday and one Friday. The boy had been experiencing stomach pain the entire weekend, before telling his parents about the accident, she said.

Herrington said an X-ray showed the magnets connected in the boys intestinal tract. Dr. Bertrand Fote, an emergency physician and medical director at Rowan Regional, saw the boy before transferring him to Presbyterian Hospital. He did not disclose why the boy was moved, citing the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. Fote said swallowing more than one magnet can cause serious problems, including punctures to the lining of the intestine and tears in blood vessels that can interfere with blood flow.

“If you puncture a bowel, it can release free fluid that can cause a patient to get very sick and patients can die from this,” he said. After seeing a news report about a 13-year-old Colorado girl who swallowed two magnetized ball bearings that burned a hole in her intestine and hearing about one of her own students doing so here, Herrington sent out an e-mail message throughout the district. “Please keep your eyes out for these silver, metal balls,” she said in the message. “They are larger than a B.B., yet smaller than an M&M. “We certainly want no other stu-

dents to experience this dangerous fate.” • • • News reports from Colorado tout the dangers of using magnetized ball bearings called “buckyballs” to mimic the look of a tongue ring after 13-year-old Lauren Garcia swallowed them. Buckyballs are a desk toy made up of 216 magnets that can form geometric shapes and structures. Each one is made up of two parts, one that repels and one that attracts. The Buckyball website warns

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The Neocube (pictured) is a type of magnetic puzzle that can cause serious complications if swallowed.

Pitch for 2-year delay on stadium gets nod Rowan to charge Kannapolis interest on deferred payments BY KARISSA MINN kminn@salisburypost.com

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With Mayor Susan Kluttz looking on, Engineer Monty Quillman and Capt. Mike Spry prepare to raise the flag at a memorial service honoring Salisbury firefighters Victor Isler and Justin Monroe. The two died three years ago in a fire at Salisbury Millwork.

Ceremony honors firefighters who perished in millwork blaze BY MARK WINEKA mwineka@salisburypost.com

The days — three years apart — were so different. In 2008, the morning was rainy, cold and filled with fire, smoke and tragedy. Monday, there wasn’t a cloud in the sky. Sun drenched the Firemen’s Memorial site off South Main Street while memories of Victor Isler Sr. and Justin Monroe filled the hearts of their families and friends gathered for a memorial service. Lisa Monroe said her son, Justin, who was 19 when he died in the Salisbury Millwork fire, was a good person with a big heart, sweet spirit and smile. “He loved everybody, and he loved being a firefighter,” she said. Monroe said part of her heart broke and died that morning three years ago “because we loved him so much.” MONROE Monroe has gotten through the three years since Justin’s death with the help of family, church, God and knowing people in the community cared — and still do. She said so many people have still not been thanked for all ISLER the support they gave her family. Michael Isler, brother of Victor and a retired lieutenant with the New York Police Department, said though his family lost Victor it gained another family through the people of Salisbury and the Salisbury Fire Depart-

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A ﬁreﬁghter stands beside a wreath honoring Monroe and Isler. A large crowd was on hand to pay their respects.

“We teach the lessons we learned from the millwork fire.” BOB PARNELL Salisbury Fire Chief

ment. Speaking after the morning ceremony, Michael Isler sent his family’s love and prayers to the community and everyone who puts on a fire service uniform. “Not a day goes by that we don’t think of him,” Michael said of his brother. Salisbury Fire Chief Bob Parnell said the goal since the March 7, 2008, loss of Isler and Monroe has been to make sure their deaths were not in vain. He said the department has made several changes and improvements

in equipment and training — from new portable radios to a refocusing on safety procedures, such as making sure a safety chief is always inside the command vehicle. “We teach the lessons we learned from the millwork fire,” he said, adding they are part of presentations made statewide. The fire was unusual in that the Salisbury department seemed to have it contained to an office area when a firewall collapsed and a flash fire occurred that trapped the hose team of Isler, Monroe and Capt. Rick Barkley. Barkley was seriously hurt, and still deals with his injuries today, Parnell said, but he remains dedicated by conducting fire safety inspections and fire scene investigations. His passion for fire service has not diminished, Parnell said. The chief described Monroe, who also volunteered and/or worked for

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Rowan County commissioners voted Monday to let Kannapolis delay payments for two years on the county’s share of Fieldcrest Cannon Stadium. On Feb. 21, the Rowan County Board of Commissioners made its initial offer to sell its share for $3 million, which would be paid over 50 years at no interest. Kannapolis City Council voted Feb. 28 to accept on the condition that it begin payments in fiscal year 2013. Commissioner Jim Sides made a motion Monday to accept the city’s counter-offer and charge 3 percent interest on the two deferred payments. It was approved unanimously. He said the meetings between county and city officials have been “very agreeable.” “At our last meeting, we made two offers — one to buy and one to sell,” Sides said. “I’m glad they decided that it’s in their best interest and everybody’s best interest for them to buy it. We’ve finally come to a resolution that I think will work out for the best for everybody involved.” The county had agreed to pay $750,000 for Kannapolis’ share of the stadium if the city wanted to sell. At the time of the initial offer, Sides said the county’s goal is to place the stadium under one owner. Lease negotiations with Smith Family Baseball, owner of the Kannapolis Intimidators, have been drawn-out and difficult with three parties involved. The county will receive $2 million less from the sale than the $5.1 million it has invested in the stadium over the past 10 years. County Manager Gary Page said that since Kannapolis’ meeting, he has been in touch with City Manager Mike Legg about the offer. “I shared with the city manager some concerns among board members about the fact that we would go two years without receiving any money,” Page said. “We’re offering a 50-year, no-interest sale, and that basically turned it into a 52-year sale.” In an e-mail to Page Monday afternoon, Legg cautioned that the council’s decision to buy the stadium “was not rock solid.” “We have three, possibly four councilmembers that could easily end up on the ‘no’ side if we tinker with this too much,” Legg wrote. “The two-year reprieve in payments was one of the key points (maybe THE key point) that got us to a unanimous vote to buy the stadium.” He proposed delaying payment two years and financing the entire $3 million over 48 years. This would result in annual payments of $62,500 starting in fiscal year 2013-14. Legg said the city also would agree to pay interest on the deferred payments for the first two years. Commissioners agreed to instruct the county attorney to work with the city attorney on these terms. “I’ve gotten a couple of calls about this... we’re not giving the stadium away,” Commissioner Carl Ford said. “The ownership has been in question for a while. This does away with that, so we won’t have to spend any court time on that.” Ford also said the clawback provision means the city has “hoops it has to jump through” if it decides to sell the stadium. Under the county’s offer, if the owner sells the stadium before payoff — or within three years of early payoff — the city and county each would receive half the payment above $3.75 million. Money in the consortium fund would remain for the city’s use. Kannapolis would be responsible for making future repairs and improvements to the aging stadium. Contact reporter Karissa Minn at 704-797-4222.

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• Old Courthouse Theatre’s includes salad, entrée, drink, Living Room Reading Series cookie. J.F. Hurley Family YMCA. “Piece of My Heart” — 4 p.m., 828 W. Jake Alexander Blvd., 704True drama of six women who 636-0111. went to Viet Nam: five nurses and a country western singer booked Thursday, March 17 by an unscrupulous agent to en• St. Patrick’s Day. • Sunshine Day Conference, ley YMCA, sponsored by Salisbury tertain the troops. Free admisFire Department. Race at 9 a.m. sion, 704-788-2405, OCT main Salisbury Station, sponsored by For more info, call Terry Smith, stage, www.oldcourthousethe- the N.C. Open Government Coaliatre.org. 704-638-4467. tion. 11:30 a.m., with keynote by • Pot of Gold All-You-Can-Eat UNC System President Tom Ross and sessions on access to local Breakfast, 7-11 a.m., VFW Post MONDAY 3006, 1200 Brenner Ave. Cost • Rowan-Salisbury Board of government records and using the is $6 for adults, $3 for children Education work session, 5 p.m., new state personnel law. 10 and under. For information 110 S. Long Street, East Spencer, call 704-636-2104. come sup• Rockwell Board of Alder- FRIDAY, March 18 port our veterans. men, 7 p.m., Town Hall, 202 E. • Old Courthouse Theatre • Spencer Presbyterian Main St., Rockwell. hosts “Paying Tribute” — 8 p.m., • Kannapolis City Council, 6 March 18-19; 2:30 p.m., March Church Breakfast, all you can eat, 7-10:30 a.m., First Avenue, p.m., Kannapolis Train Station, 20. A theatrical and musical celebration about and for the heroes Spencer. Adults $5, children un- 201 S. Main St. called veterans, told from the reder 12 $3. membrances of the men and • Chicken-and-noodle dinner TUESDAY, March 15 for Relay for Life, Rockwell Unit• Salisbury City Council, 4 women who returned from duty, ed Methodist Church fellowship p.m., City Hall, 217 S. Main St. through music, dialogue, movehall, 416 E. Main St., Rockwell, (Shown on Access16 Wednes- ment. Call 704-788-2405 to re4-7 p.m. Sweet Potato Queens days, Fridays & Sundays at 9 serve a seat. 49 Spring Street NW, NC, www.oldcourthousethewill serve chicken and noodles a.m., 3 p.m., 8 p.m.) along with slaw, crackers, pick• Rowan County Tea Party atre.org. les, homemade desserts and a Patriots, monthly meeting, Blue beverage. Hot dogs available. Do- Bay Restaurant on Statesville Saturday, March 19 nation of $6 for adults and $3 for Blvd. Dinner at 6 p.m., meeting • Spring Kick Off, N.C. Transchildren under 3 years old and at 7 p.m. portation Museum. younger. For tickets in advance, • Family Laser Show, “Laser contact Ann at 704-279-5783. WEDNESDAY, March 16 Country,” at 5 p.m.; and Rock Tickets available at the door. • “Luck of the Irish Day” Laser Show, “Hypnotica,” at 7 • Salisbury Branch of the craft/vendor sale, also “Souper p.m. Horizons Unlimited American Association of Univer- Wednesday Lunch” to commem• Relay for Life Zumbathon, sity Women meeting, 11 a.m., orate the day before St. Patrick’s hosted by F&M Bank Dream Team Oak Park Retirement Center, 548 Day, serving shepherd’s pie, $5 at the F&M Trolley Barn; 50White Oaks Drive, on Enon Church Road. To reserve, contact bafranklin1.aauw@gmail.com or Spa Pedicure .......................$1999 call 704-855-8353 by March 7. Kid Spa .................................$1500 • “H3 — It’s All About Me,” $ 99 Spa Head (45 min)................... $2999 Gel Nails w/white tips........ 29 youth symposium, sponsored by $ 99 Massage Available ...1 Hr. $55/ 1/2 Hr. $30 Full Set ............................ 19 Salisbury-Rowan Alumnae Chap$ 99 $ 99 Eyelashes ..................................... 19 ter of Sigma Gamma Rho SororiFill-in ............................... 12 ty, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Fred Corriher FREE Hot Stone Massage with pedicure service Refreshments Served Jr. YMCA, 950 Kimball Road, China Grove. For questions, call 704904-1194 or e-mail at OPEN SUNDAY 12-5 Salisbury.sgrho@gmail.com. 1040 Freeland Dr., Ste 112 • Elementary School ExhibiPlease bring ad to receive Salisbury, NC 28144 704.636.0390 tion opens, Waterworks Visual special pricing. Exp. 3/31/11 Arts Center. March 12-31. Reception March 24. • Artemesia Artworks & Yoga Studio open house, 7 p.m., March 12: Ten-year celebration. Certified Sivananda Yoga instructor Lewellen Padgett and students answer questions, entertainment by Mystery Snail, refreshments, gift drawings. 704-637-7193, www.artemesiayoga.com. • “Déjà vu” at Center for Faith & the Arts, three winners from last year’s Abstraction and Beyond artist invitational return. Exhibit features art by Luther Sowers, Barbara Richmond and Stephen Hoke. Opening reception 5-7:30 p.m., 207 W. Harrison St. Free. For information, contact faithart@bellsouth.net or call 704647-0999. • Shim Sham Shimmy lesson, 10 a.m. to noon, City Park Recreation Center. Participants invited to perform the dance as a group March 19 during the talent show at the Salisbury Civic Center. Free. 1755 Hwy 29 S. China Grove 704.857.0539

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EPA has dairy farmers crying over spilled milk BY DAVID FREEZE For the Salisbury Post

airy farmers occasionally have some spilled milk in the dairy barn. Usually it is a small amount, and they just hose it down the drain. Sometimes milk from a certain cow can’t be used because she has been given medication. The cow still has to be milked, and that tainted milk has to be disposed of. This milk runs into a containment lagoon, by way of a the same drain. Good milk is pumped into a holding tank, the main storage facility for milk, until picked up by a tank truck. Those holding tanks are the principal area of concern, but any spilled milk or any unusable milk will be regulated also. The butterfat content of milk has oil, though it is considered an edible and nonpetroleum oil. Farmers already must adhere to EPA regulations for their fuel storage tanks. The Environmental Protection Agency recently ruled that it now will have jurisdiction over spilled milk. When granted the power to issue regulations to protect against oil spills, the EPA has taken action to avoid repeats of major spills such as the Exxon Valdez tanker spill and the BP disaster in the gulf. Now the EPA is extending that to dairy farmers, saying that milk contains oil, and that they are the responsible government organization to control any spills. Main targets of the EPA will be the large producers and milk companies, but modest dairy farms are on the list also. If current regulations hold, dairy farmers throughout the United States will have to adhere to more government guidelines. They will have to develop emergency action plans in the event of a milk catastrophe. First responders will have to be trained for possible spills, and containment facilities will have to be set up to isolate the spill. More required and ongoing training will add to a farmer’s workday. The whole process will cost the farmer time and money, and could result in the higher price of all milk products. The EPA will also create new jobs as it hires inspectors to visit farms and monitor the mandated requirements. There are dozens of requirements, though one of the most unusual is that dikes and berms will have to be built to protect against offshore dairy slicks. These plans must be in place by November, and the EPA will run a $3 million program to help farmers and ranchers comply. Chris Hoffner, owner of the Hoffner Dairy Farm on Kerr Mill Road, hadn’t heard of the new regulations when asked about them last week. Hoffner said he wasn’t surprised by the new regulations, but doesn’t agree with them. “They should be monitoring the quality of the foreign milk that is now being sold in the U.S. and stay out of our business,” Hoffner said. The prices of milk, butter, cheese, yogurt and ice cream will go up in the stores, and more regulations will add drag to the already sluggish farm economy, say critics of the new regulations. On Thursday, Rep. Jeff Flake of Arizona confronted

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Chris Hoffner helps his dairy cows cross the road safely. Bulk milk storage tanks at Hoffner Dairy are the focus of the new EPA regulations.

The Environmental Potection Agency recently ruled that it now will have jurisdiction over spilled milk. EPA chief Lisa Jackson during a congressional hearing. Jackson says the EPA has no plans to regulate milk the same way it regulates oil. Sen. Mike Johanns of Nebraska asked Jackson during a meeting with the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee to follow through on her statement and provide an exemption for dairy farmers from the proposed regulations. In June 2010, the Senate Agricultural Committee passed a resolution urging the EPA to take back these regulations. For now, they still stand. Robert Miller, who owns Miller Farm Dairy on Weaver Road with his brother Michael, said it looks to him “like the government wants all the farmers to go out of business.” “With more regulation, who is going to keep farming?” Miller asked. “We have already been discouraged enough. But thankfully our grain and produce are selling well and for good prices. We are actually losing money running the dairy right now. We don’t want to get out of the dairy business, because it is extremely hard to start again should we want to.” Still, Miller said his family “will just have to continue to diversify. We have already talked about taking land from our pasture and making it into crop land. We can make more money growing corn than feeding the cows.” Miller — who with his brother was born in the dairy business, learning from their father, James — spent part of the day Saturday researching the new regulations. He found that his dairy would be affected and plans to explore his options. Chris Hoffner is doing

The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a ban Monday on the use of tobacco products on the campuses of the county health and social services departments. “We think the Health Department and the Department of Social Services should be a leader in helping to abolish the use of tobacco products in our community,” said County Health Director Leonard Wood. Commissioner Chad Mitchell, board chair, asked how the ordinance would be enforced. “It appears from the ordinance itself that the public is only requested not to smoke there,” Mitchell said. He added that the departments already have problems with people breaking the previous rule, which banned smoking within 50 feet of building entrances. Wood said staff will work to educate the public on the new rule, and a security officer will help make sure they abide by it. Commissioner Carl Ford said the ordinance doesn’t go into effect until July 1, so there is time for education efforts and smoking cessassion programs. In other news, Commissioner Jon Barber shared two ideas Monday he says could help the county as it considers cutting funding for services and raising the tax

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Landis wants input on possible low-speed vehicle ordinance BY SHAVONNE POTTS spotts@salisburypost.com

Chris Hoffner milks cows at Hoffner Dairy. that, too. Hoffner runs an organic dairy — one of only six in the state — making sure that no chemicals are used in feed production. Currently his farm is self-sufficient, growing everything that he needs for feed. He uses many new practices, such as baling wet hay and wrapping it in silage bags. The bags cause the hay to cure and can be fed as needed later. But Hoffner also owns Hoffner Organic Farms which produces beef, hot dogs and pastrami on grain and grass feed. He said prices are good right now for corn, grain and even cotton. “We could sell the prod-

ucts that we produce for feed, or grow other crops and make more money,” he said. Hoffner Dairy has been in operation since 1956, and Hoffner hopes he has found the nitch that will keep his business profitable. His father, Alan, bought the operation from his dad and sold it to Chris Hoffner eight years ago. He worried about the effect of the new regulations on family farms like theirs. “I think that the EPA is targeting the large farms and milk companies, but eventually more of the smaller farmers will be forced out,” Alan Hoffner said.

Chris Hoffner added that his family understands the need for regulation, “and we don’t want to go back to the way it was years ago. But what will they want to regulate next?” Both dairies purposely keep their dairy herds under 100 cows to avoid even more regulations. Still they are visited and inspected by the N.C. Department of Water Quality and the U.S. National Resources Conservation Services. The Hoffners and the Millers say more regulation is not the answer. They hope public opinion will mandate a change of the EPA plans before compliance is required in November.

LANDIS — The Landis town board wants input at its next meeting from residents who are in favor of or opposed to a proposed lowspeed vehicle ordinance. The ordinance would be similar to one passed in China Grove last summer, with a few changes. The board called for a public hearing at its April meeting. The ordinance would mean vehicles like golf carts would not be allowed to exceed 28 miles per hour on certain roads and public streets. The board discussed during Tuesday’s meeting what elements they would keep of the China Grove ordinance and what changes they would make. Owners must buy and maintain liability insurance in at least the minimum amount required by the state. The operator of the vehicle must be at least 16 and have a valid state driver’s license. All vehicles must have a permit of operation issued by the town.

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BY SARAH CAMPBELL FAITH — When Jackie Maloney became principal at Faith Elementary School in 2007, she noticed something unique about the community. “There is so much love in this community for their hometown school,” she said. “There are generations upon generations of students who have come through here and enjoyed the education they received at Faith.” Maloney hopes launching a Faith Elementary Alumni Association will honor and preserve that past. The group has already begun forming with members ranging from Carson High School senior Dylan Eagle to former principal Bob Shive, who served the school from 1969 to 1998. An alumni dinner is set for

5:30 p.m. May 5 at the school, something Maloney is hoping will become an annual event. “My intent was to have another community event that pull everyone together,” Maloney said. Gloria Wilhelm, who graduated from the school in 1967, said she’s looking forward to being an active member of the association. “I really like the idea,” she said. “The more people you get together the more memories appear.” Eagle said as he graduates this year, he likes the idea of being able to come back to Faith every year. “I think it’s great,” he said. “There are so many people from this area who went to Faith and have a connection to Faith ... it’s a great way to keep up all together as we go our separate ways.” Eagle’s father, Scott Eagle,

and grandmother, Sherry Eagle, also attended Faith. His sister, Paige, currently goes to the school, so his entire family plans to be part of the group. Maloney said she would also like to create a digital history and a database that includes names and addresses of alumni. “I want the children here to have an appreciation for the school, where it comes from and where it’s going,” she said. All graduates of Faith are welcome to join the group and Maloney expects a crowd at the dinner in May. “I think the alumni association is something that the community is craving,” she said. Find out more about the organization or sign up for the alumni dinner by calling Maloney at 704-279-3195. Contact reporter Sarah Campbell at 704-797-7683.

Civil War expert to speak at history club meeting A. Wilson Greene, nationally recognized Civil War expert, will speak at the next Rowan Museum History Club meeting tonight at 7 p.m. in the Messinger Room of the museum at 202 N. Main St. The public is invited. Greene is the executive director of the Pamplin Historical Park and the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier in Petersburg, Va. Previously he was historian and manager with the National Park Service for 16 years which included stints at Fredericksburg and Petersburg battlefields. He was president and executive director of the Association for the Preservation of Civil War Sites. He has written a number of books about the Civil War and has contributed more than 20 articles in history journals. He is under contract with the University of North Carolina Press to write a three-volume histo-

ry of the Petersburg Campaign, 1864-65. Pamplin Historical Park is located on the site of the first breakthrough GREENE in the ninemonth siege of Petersburg by federal troops. The original trenches still exist in the park. Greene’s other activities include serving as a study leader for more than 30 Smithsonian tours and seminars. In his position at Pamplin, he leads battlefield tours and offers seminars on Civil War topics. He also speaks to many Civil War roundtables and regularly serves as guest speaker for the Delta Queen Steamboat Company. Greene is a native of Chicago. He graduated from Florida State University and earned a master’s degree in history

from Louisiana State University. His topic for the local history club will focus on North Carolina’s role in the Civil War, including special emphasis on the events leading to secession in 1860-61. “The Tarheel State shared an ambivalence toward disunion with other Upper South states, such as Virginia, Tennessee and Kentucky, with which it shared many economic and cultural similarities,” Greene said. “North Carolina also witnessed almost constant military action within its borders, culminating with major campaigns in 1865. ... North Carolina’s rich Civil War heritage is often overshadowed by events within its neighbor to the north, but my talk should remind proud North Carolinians that their legacy is as poignant, heroic and tragic as that of any Southern state.”

Details and ID on woman killed in head-on collision Friday still not available Staff report

Authorities were still awaiting a medical examiner’s ruling Monday on what caused the death of a woman involved in a head-on collision Friday. N.C. Highway Patrol E.B. Perdue will not release the report until receiving the official cause of death, and the name of the woman was not available Monday, Sgt. E.T. Tuttles said. Emergency responders performed CPR on the woman after the wreck at the inter-

section of Jake Alexander Boulevard and Harrison Road. She died on the way to the hospital. Two people inside the other vehicle involved in the crash were also taken to the hospital. No names of those involved and no witness statements were available Monday, Tuttles said. The Highway Patrol has withheld the name of a 15year-old boy flown to Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte after being hit by a car

early March 1. N.C. Trooper R.T. Coward has refused Post reporters’ requests for the boy’s name, saying he will not release it because the boy is a minor. State law allows law enforcement to withhold the name of someone younger than 16 if that person is criminally charged. Otherwise, the name is a matter of public record. Tuttles said Coward has not yet released his report of the accident and was not on duty Monday.

You can run but you can’t hide Police officer locates fugitive in dark woods when he steps on him BY SHELLEY SMITH ssmith@salisburypost.com

Salisbury Police say a man’s attempt to hide from law enforcement was foiled late Saturday after an officer stepped on him while he was lying in a wooded area off of Sunset Drive. Officer J.M. Cottingham and his K-9 Karina found Joseph Patrick Lightsey II lying in the dark woods. Joshua D. Pruitt was also found, and police say the two had just broken into vehicles along Sunset Drive. The search began when a resident of Sunset Drive called Salisbury Police Saturday night after hearing a strange noise outside. Several officers arrived, saturating the area, police said. Lightsey was wearing a

Good Samaritan nominations deadline The Civitan Club of Salisbury is accepting nominations for the Civitan Good Samaritan of the Year Award through this Friday, March 11. Qualifications include a loving spirit and a generous heart. This is a person who sacrifices time, talent, or treasure to serve others. The Civitan Good Samari-

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pear. He received a $10,000 secured bond. Joshua D. Pruitt, 17, of 412 S. Yadkin Ave., Spencer, was charged with at least five felony counts of breaking and entering motor vehicles and several counts of misdemeanor larceny. He was released on a written promise to appear in court. Lightsey, originally of Greenville County, S.C., was charged in December 2008 by the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office with assault and battery with intent to kill, driving while license suspended and threatening the life of a public officer after authorities said he struck an officer with his car, according to television station WYFF in Greenville.

backpack which contained a passport, checkbook, laptop and other property that had been taken from other vehicles in the area, police said. “This type of guy works off of targeted opportunity,” Deputy Chief Steve Whitley said. Lightsey, 24, who has no listed address, was charged with at least five felony counts of breaking and entering motor vehicles, several misdemeanor larceny charges and Contact reporter Shelley one charge of failure to ap- Smith at 704-797-4246.

tan of the Year award is presented annually to honor and recognize individuals who demonstrate the attributes of a Good Samaritan in kindness, compassion, and service to others. To submit a nomination for the award, write a letter about the individual and his or her deeds but do not use the individual’s name in the letter. Attach a cover sheet to the nomination that includes the nominee’s name, your name, your

address, and your telephone number. Nominations must be received by March 11. You can give your nomination to any member of the Civitan Club of Salisbury or mail them to Good Samaritan Day, Civitan Club of Salisbury, PO Box 171, Salisbury, NC 28145. The recipient will be honored at the 39th annual Good Samaritan of the Year luncheon at the County Club of Salisbury on Thursday, April 7.

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CONCORD — Hoke Henderson Ritchie, Jr., age 49, died Sunday, March 6, 2011, at his home after a brief illness. He was born Dec. 8, 1961, in Nash County, the son of Rev. Dr. Hoke H. Ritchie, Sr. and the late Clara Eunice Cook Ritchie. He was a 1980 graduate of Thomasville Senior High School. He earned his first Bachelor of Arts degree in 1984 from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in speech communications. He earned his second Bachelor of Arts degree in 1986 from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in business. He was an active member of Center Grove Lutheran Church, Kannapolis, where he had served as a Sunday School teacher, Lector, Thrivant representative and was active with the Finance Committee. He loved all sports, especially UNC Tar Heels basketball. Survivors in addition to his father and his second wife, Betty Ballard Ritchie, include two sisters, Miriam Ault and husband Richard of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Martha Ila Ritchie of the home; a brother, John David Ritchie of Concord; two stepbrothers, Tom Ballard of Manteo and Bill Ballard of Atlanta, Ga.; and a niece, Melinda Ault of Hickory. Service and Visitation: A funeral service to celebrate his life will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 9 at Center Grove Lutheran Church, Kannapolis, officiated by Rev. Loyd Ginn and a lifelong friend, James Cooper. Burial will follow at Center Grove Lutheran Church Cemetery, Kannapolis. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the church prior to the service. Memorials: May be made to Center Grove Lutheran Church, 1601 S. Cannon Blvd., Kannapolis, NC 28083; or the scholarship program of Morehead-Cain Foundation, P.O. Box 690, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-0690. Whitley's Funeral Home of Kannapolis is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com

SALISBURY — Bobby L. Petrea, 78, of Salisbury, went home to be with his Lord Monday, March 7, 2011, at Rowan Regional Medical Center. Born July 24, 1932, in Iredell County, he was the son of the late Martin Earl and Irene Ford Petrea. Educated in Rowan County, Bobby graduated from Mount Ulla High School. He attended Appalachian State University and completed his studies at Catawba College. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving during the Korean War, and was a lifelong member of Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church. Bobby was employed with J.H. Cook & Sons until his retirement. Bobby loved and enjoyed all his family and had a great love for all sports, especially those at Catawba College and American Legion Baseball. He was a member of the Chief's Club at Catawba for many years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Kelly Gene Helms; sister Margaret Petrea Snow; brothers Smithy (Pete) Petrea and Gilbert Ray Petrea. Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Rita Clawson of Topsail Beach; grandchildren Gene Helms (Andrea) and David Helms (Crystal) of Rockwell; nieces Beverly Petrea Garrison (Robert) of Cleveland and Gwendolyn Petrea Thomason (Johnny) of Salisbury; nephews John Snow (Katie) of Siloam and David Snow (Paula) of Marco Island, Fla. Bobby is also survived by three great-grandchildren and numerous greatnieces and great-nephews, who were all very dear to him. The family of Bobby wishes to express a heartfelt thanks to Dr. Sean Malone, Dr. Rudy Busby and the ICU staff of Rowan Regional Medical Center for all the care and kindness they gave to Bobby during his illness. Also, to his caring neighbor, Winnie Taylor, who was always there for him. Visitation: 2-3 p.m. Thursday, March 10 at Salem Lutheran Church. Service: 3 p.m. Thursday, March 10 at Salem Lutheran Church with Rev. Doug Hefner officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Memorials: Salem Lutheran Church, 5080 Sherrills Ford Road, Salisbury, NC 28147. Lyerly Funeral Home is serving the Petrea family. Online condolences may be made at www.lyerlyfuneralhome.com

CHINA GROVE — Hilda Furr Beaver, 88, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2011, at her home. Born Sept. 28, 1922, in Cabarrus County, she was a daughter of the late Jonah L. and Daisy Kiser Furr. Educated in Cabarrus County schools, she was a long-time faithful member of Faith Baptist Church and retired from Linn-Corriher Mill after many years of service. Mrs. Beaver loved her Lord, church, church family, reading and working word puzzles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leo George Beaver, in November of 1996. Family members include her son, Douglas W. Beaver and wife, Bonnie of Concord, her daughter, Georgene Thomas and husband, Gary of Tampa, Fla.; sister Helen Furr, Charlotte; grandchildren Adam and Matt Beaver and Jennifer and Terry Spry; and her three great-grandchildren, Christopher and Jessy Davis and Calib Spry. Visitation: The family will receive friends Wednesday 57 p.m. at Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home in China Grove. Service: Funeral will be 1 p.m. Thursday at Faith Baptist Church conducted by the Rev. Joe Smith, pastor. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. Memorials: May be made to Faith Baptist Church, POB 84, Faith, NC 28041. Online condolences may be made at www.linnhoneycuttfuneralhome.com

Charles M. McHone SALISBURY — Charles Melvin McHone, passed away March 7, 2011, after a lengthy illness. Born March 15, 1949, in Mitchell County, he was the son of the late Iris Josephine McFalls McHone and the late Fred James McHone. Charles was educated in Hampton, Va., school system and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was a woodworker and a cabinet-maker. Survivors include two brothers, Eddie Richard McHone (Sonia) and Fred McHone Jr., both of Salisbury; two nephews, Jimmy Lane McHone of Lexington and Richard Allen McHone of Columbus, Ohio. Visitation: 9:30-10:30 a.m. March 9 at Lyerly Funeral Home. Graveside Service: 11 a.m. March 9 at Salisbury National Cemetery with the Rev. Kelly Ottenger officiating. Lyerly Funeral Home is serving the McHone family. Online condolences may be made at www.lyerlyfuneralhome.com

Elva Cauble Kesler SALISBURY — Mrs. Elva Virginia Cauble Kesler, 86, of Salisbury, passed away Monday, March 7, 2011, at Genesis of Salisbury. The arrangements are incomplete. Powles Funeral Home in Rockwell is assisting the Kesler family.

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Annie H. Chambers WINSTON-SALEM — Missionary Annie Mae Harrison Chambers, 68, of Carnation Drive, passed Sunday, March 6, 2011, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete. Services are entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home, Inc. in Salisbury.

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Mrs. Terri Whitten Melton Visitation: 2:30-4:30 Tuesday Service: 4:30 P.M. James C. Lyerly Chapel ——

Mr. Charles Melvin McHone Visitation: 9:30-10:30 AM Wednesday Lyerly Funeral Home Graveside Service: 11 AM Salisbury National Cemetery ——

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RALEIGH. (AP) — Education advocates, administrators and parents are urging legislative budget-writers for public education to avoid the kind of deep cuts they warn will set North Carolina students back after decades of progress. The House and Senate education public subcommittees took public comments for about 90 minutes Monday, receiving advice and warnings from dozens of speakers. Republican leaders have directed the budget-writers to cut $760 million more than what Democratic Gov. Beverly Perdue proposed from the public schools and University of North Carolina and community college systems. Principal Dawn Ramseur at Scurlock Elementary School in Raeford said she understands cuts have to be made in state government but that reducing school funding would hurt students and lengthen the recession. The cuts could mean unemployment for thousands of teachers and other school personnel.

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Parents of slain Cary mom look for justice

STATESVILLE (AP) — Police in Statesville have charged an 83-year-old man who worked as a greeter at Walmart with attempting to rob his own store. Police say George Plane

RALEIGH (AP) — Attorneys will continue working Tuesday to seat a jury in the trial of a Cary man accused of killing his wife in 2008. Twelve people were seat-

Jr. of Mooresville was working Sunday night when he went to his car, donned a disguise and walked back inside with a gun. Statesville Police Chief Tom Anderson says Plane put the gun to a fellow employee’s head and demanded money from a cash register. Anderson says Plane fired a shot in the air after leaving with the money. Plane was arrested later Sunday. He is being held at the Iredell County Jail on an $80,000 bond. He faces multiple charges, including robbery with a dangerous weapon. It could not be immediately determined Monday if he has a lawyer.

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FROM 3A rate. “The citizens of Rowan County are being squeezed and squeezed by taxes,” Barber said. One idea is starting a PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) program in which nonprofit agencies would make voluntary or negotiated contributions to the county, in order to help pay for services and buildings they use while exempt from property taxes. Total fees would range from 10 percent to 65 percent of the normal tax base, depending on the type of exemption and probability of profit. They would include a fee for fire protection if the exempt property includes buildings, as well as fees for emergency services and storm water management. County documents show that in 2006, the value of all excluded and exempt property in the county totaled $1.3 billion. By the end of 2010, that total was $1.9 billion — a 46 percent increase over four years. At the same time, the county’s commercial and residential

Former SBI agent says he did nothing wrong RALEIGH (AP) — The former agent at the center of a State Bureau of Investigation scandal involving the reporting of blood tests in court and the release of a man imprisoned 17 years for murder before being declared innocent said Monday he didn’t do anything wrong. Former SBI agent Duane Deaver told WRAL-TV in an interview that he didn’t determine the wording for blood tests that were at the center of the innocence hearing last year that resulted in the release of Greg Taylor. But he also defended the wording, saying it was scientifically correct at the time. “I’m telling you that I haven’t done anything wrong. And yet, my career’s over,” said Deaver, whom the SBI fired in January. Deaver testified at Taylor’s innocence hearing in February 2010 that the SBI had a policy of releasing reports to the court that said evidence showed an indication for the presence of blood, based on a first test. But if a confirmatory test came back negative, that information was part of the agent’s lab notes, but not included in the report for trial. He said he didn’t determine how the reports should be worded, adding that if he had really wanted to hide evidence, he had a paper shredder just 25 feet from his office.

In other business Rowan County Commissioners also: • Rejected a request from PGT Industries for expansion assistance for the year 2010 because the county’s requirements were not met. In December, the company announced plans to close its Salisbury plant. The incentive grant would have totaled about $60,000, or 75 percent of county taxes paid last year. • Approved a resolution opposing the loss of county school construction dollars and the shift of state school funding responsibilities to counties. • Approved a resolution

opposing the transfer of the secondary road program to counties. • Awarded a service sidearm to retiring Master Deputy Kevin McDaniel. • Approved a request from HS&E Inc. for an extension to its 2006 temporary use permit for continued remediation of a 2002 petroleum release at the former Craven’s Exxon station, located at 7565 Bringle Ferry Road. • Instructed the zoning board of adjustment to either grant or deny a variance request from Blandy Hardwoods. • Heard an update on the first year’s service of the interim South Rowan peak time

base has decreased. “I don’t know what else in our tax base is expanding at a rate of 12 percent per year,” Barber said. “As this continues, the little guys continue to pay more and more taxes to subsidize these particular entities.” After the meeting, Mitchell said he thinks the PILOT program would be great, but he doesn’t know how it would

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Ex-boyfriend charged with torching woman MAGNETS FROM 1a MORENO VALLEY, Calif. (AP) — A man suspected of killing his former girlfriend and setting her body on fire turned himself in to police on Monday, authorities in Southern California said. Tyrone Levoid Harts surrendered to Los Angeles police Monday afternoon and was taken to the Robert Presley Detention Center in Riverside County where he was booked on a homicide charge, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said. Harts was held on $1 million bail. Harts is accused of killing Brandi Marie Morales shortly before 1 a.m. on Feb. 22 at her Moreno Valley home. Morales had six children, ages 6 to 15. Deputies called to the scene found her body on a staircase. She had been set on fire but four of her younger

children had doused the flames before help arrived, according to a detective’s court declaration. Family members told investigators that Morales, 35, had at least a threeyear relationship with Harts, but they recently separated and he had moved out of her home, according to the declaration. Family members said Harts sent Morales odd text messages in recent days. Morales’s 7-year-old son told investigators that he spoke with Harts by telephone before going to bed some hours before the killing, which was their usual custom. Harts convinced the boy to leave the downstairs sliding glass door open, according to the declaration. Investigators also were told that a masked man with a build similar to

the 6-foot-2, 300-pound Harts shot at the eldest son when he went to help his mother during an assault. The next day, Harts confessed to killing Morales in a recorded telephone conversation with a longtime friend, the detective declared. On the recording, Harts said he went to the home and assaulted Morales but was interrupted when her eldest son entered the room, so he fired a shot to scare the boy off, then panicked and shot Morales, according to police. A pathologist determined she died from a wound to the abdomen. On the recording, Harts told his friend that “people on the outside may think this was a crime of passion, but it was not,” according to the declaration.

Aide sentenced in NY autistic teen’s Pa. van death PHILADELPHIA (AP) — An aide who spent hours on her cell phone the day she left a severely autistic client to die in a hot van was sent to prison Monday for two to five years. Stacey Strauss, 41, of Philadelphia pleaded no contest Monday to involuntary manslaughter in the death last summer of 19-year-old Bryan Nevins of Oceanside, N.Y. Strauss was busy talking and texting with her boyfriend the day she left Nevins in a locked van after an outing on the 97-degree day. She spent about three hours of her eighthour shift on the phone, despite her employer’s ban on personal cell phone use and an order to maintain arm’s-reach contact with her two charges that day, prosecutors said “You’re entrusted with the life of someone else’s child. You have to take that seriously, and clearly she wasn’t,” Bucks County District Attorney David Heckler told the Associated Press. “You have to have the patience of a saint to do these jobs, but she took it on.” Strauss had been on the job for nine years, earning about $11.50 an hour, but had been disciplined several times for her cell phone use. Her lawyer acknowledged that the phone calls affected her job performance, but blamed the July 24 death on a “system-wide failure” at Woods Services, the residential facility in Langhorne where Nevins and a triplet brother had lived for five years.

Supervisors failed to clearly detail the transportation plan, including responsibility for picking up and dropping off clients, or to make rounds to see everyone made it back, defense lawyer Robert Lynch said. “Obviously the blame starts with Stacey, but it shouldn’t end there,” Lynch said. He hoped Strauss would be sentenced to less than a year. Strauss and a second counselor had been assigned to take four clients to Sesame Place, a nearby water park, on a day the temperature would reach 97 degrees. The group returned early after Nevins acted up, trying to bite and scratch himself and others. Strauss was driving the van, and claimed she was only in charge of one of the four clients, not Nevins. She dropped the other counselor off with two clients, and returned with a third client to a residence building. Nevins, who was also profoundly mentally retarded, could not free himself from the back row of the locked van. He spent five hours in the broiling van before his body was found. Nevins’ father, William, is a retired New York City detective. He and his wife have to explain his death anew each day to their other autistic son, according to their victim-impact testimony Monday. “He asks for (Bryan) every day. Every day it’s like peeling off a new

scab of broken-heartedness for these folks,” Assistant District Attorney Robert James said. Strauss, who also pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment and no contest to neglect of a care-dependent person, was sent to prison straight from the hearing. She will be in prison or on parole or probation for the next 10 years. She was originally charged with felony neglect, but negotiated a plea to three misdemeanors.

Navy says 2 sailors died in Camp Pendleton accident CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. (AP) — The Navy says two sailors are dead and a third injured after a 7ton water truck rolled over during a joint Navy-Marine Corps training exercise at Camp Pendleton in Southern California. Cmdr. Greg Hicks, a spokesman for the U.S. Navy’s 3rd Fleet, says the injured sailor is in stable condition following Monday morning’s accident. Hicks says the truck was carrying drinking water to resupply a campsite, and the sailors were riding in the truck when it rolled. Their names have not been released. Hicks says the cause of the accident is under investigation. He said he did not know whether rainy conditions contributed to the rollover.

of the dangers in it’s “frequently asked questions” section under “Why Aren’t Buckyballs for Children?” “Magnets should not be put in the nose or mouth. Swallowed magnets can stick to intestines causing serious injury or death. The warning on the box reads ‘Keep Away from All Children.’ It’s important you take it seriously,” the site says. A Missouri eighth-grader suffered a similar fate last month when she attempted to use “NeoCube” magnets as an alternative to a tongue piercing. KTVI reports 14-year-old Makayla Roderman spent four days at St. John’s Mercy Childrens Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. recovering after surgery to have the magnets removed. Like Buckyballs, NeoCubes are also magnets made up of “high-energy rare earth minerals.” And, the website states the product is not designed or intended for children under the age of 14. “This product contains small parts that may be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Consult a doctor immediately if this occurs,”theneocube.com says. “The NeoCube or any of the spheres should never be put in the mouth, ears, nose, or any other bodily orifice.” • • • Fote could not specify what type of magnets the Woodleaf fourth-grader ingested, but said they are dangerous no matter what. “The stronger the magnet the more dangerous it is, but any kind of magnet, if there is more than one, could be a problem so it should be taken out as soon as possible,” he said. Fote said because of their attractive properties, magnets tend to stay in the gastrointestinal tract, which means surgery is usually called for rather than waiting for them to pass. “The reason you don’t want to wait is the danger,” he said. The only other option besides surgery is using an endoscope to grab the magnets before they make it to the stomach.

Fote, who has been at Rowan Regional since 2004, said this is the first patient he’s seen who swallowed magnets. But, he said, he encourages parents to keep magnets away from children. “These are not toys,” he said. Fote said parents should also question their children if they complain of abdominal pain, asking about the possibility of ingesting magnets. He said if parents realize their children have swallowed magnets they should head to the emergency room immediately. • • • Principal Herrington said she spent much of Monday morning talking to students about the dangers of magnets, confiscating at least five of the silver balls from students. “It was just really scary that one of my children is sick ... no other children need to suffer,” she said. “As I talked to more and more children, I found out more of them had access than we were aware of.” Herrington said several of the students had been wearing the magnets as bracelets, while others used them as fake piercings. She was planning to send out a ConnectED phone message to parents Monday to let them know about the safety risks of the magnets. • • • Rita Foil, Rowan-Salisbury School System’s public information officer, did not comment on whether the use of magnets was widespread throughout the district. “Our district is analyzing the issue at this time,” she said Monday. Ellen Boyd, Kannapolis City Schools’ director of community relations, also did not speak to whether students in the district are commonly seen with the magnets. “We already have a policy in place that prohibits tongue rings and lip piercings,” she said. Although magnets are not considered a piercing, they would not be allowed to be worn in that manner, Boyd said. Rowan-Salisbury schools does not address tongue rings and lip piercings in its dress code policy. Contact reporter Sarah Campbell at 704-797-7683.

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Students enjoy state symphony xcited chatter, 300 student musicians playing “De Colores,” words like “dynamics, tempo, texture, form” floating around, hundreds of children singing — all these sounds filled Keppel Auditorium on Wednesday during two performances by the North Carolina Symphony. Fifth-grade students from Rowan-Salisbury and Lexington City Schools as well as students from North Hills Christian School, Sacred Heart Catholic School and Salisbury Academy, had the privilege of hearing an hour-long concert by our state symphony thanks to the generosity of the Blanche and Julian Robertson Family Foundation and the Margaret C. Woodson Foundation. The event was organized by the Salisbury Symphony Orchestra. “Oohs” and “ahs” filled the air at the sight of the instruments, especially the bassoons and tuba. Conductor William Henry Curry led the orchestra in well-known pieces such as Borodin’s “On the Steppes of Central Asia,” Brahms’ “Hungarian Dance No. 7” and Dvorak’s “Symphony No. 8.” Even though these fifth-graders were too young to know about the Lone Ranger, they seemed to hear the galloping horses in the Overture to William Tell. Music teachers at each school prepared the students for the concert by providing listening lessons during the students’ weekly music class based on the concert pieces, coaching selected students to perform on recorder and other classroom instruments, and teaching the children to sing the folk song “De Colores” in English and Spanish. At the conclusion of the concert, Conductor Curry thanked the music teachers for providing music education for their students. He SuBMiTTed pHoTo encouraged the young concert-goers to continue to listen to classical Karen Franks, music teacher at Bostian and isenberg elementary schools, rehearses ‘de Colmusic. ores’ on the recorder.

Q&A session today for prospective students BY LAURIE D. WILLIS Livingstone College News Service

Are you a high school junior or senior? Are you interested in attending college? If you answered yes to one or both of those questions, a Q&A session being held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today in the Walls Center at Livingstone College could benefit you. The question-and-answer session is being sponsored by the Livingstone College SIFE Team. SIFE, or Students in Free Enterprise, is an international, nonprofit organization that works with leaders in business and higher education to mobilize college students to make a difference in their communities while developing skills necessary to become socially responsible business leaders, according to the organization’s website. Participating students form teams at their campuses and apply business concepts to develop outreach projects that improve the quality of life and standard of living for people in need. Recently, as part of their community service, Livingstone College SIFE Team members talked to pupils at East Spencer Head Start about the importance of saving money. But tonight, the focus is on much older students who will soon be headed to college. The event is designed to arm high school students and their parents with useful information about college. Everything from how to apply to college to how to obtain financial aid to rules about repaying student loans will be discussed. “Livingstone College’s SIFE Team has organized this question-and-answer session because we recognize there are many high school students in the Salisbury-Rowan area who may have questions about applying for college and financial aid,” said Anitra Kelly, SIFE Team vice president. “Attending college is a really big decision, and we just want to ensure we arm students and their parents with valuable information so they can make the right choices. The college application process, and especially financial aid forms, can be a bit intimidating. We want to make it less intimidating and help our area high school students begin the process.” The event is being held in the food court at the Walls Center. There is no charge for admission, and light refreshments will be served. For more information, call Kelly at 704-2166827.

ASU to offer program in Davie County

p Fifth-graders practice the recorder during the event with the N.C. Symphony orchestra. t A fifth-grader plays ‘de Colores’ on the recorder.

Civitans awards scholarships

Community leaders honored at Isenberg Elementary

Civitan Club of Salisbury

Scholarships totaling $12,000 were awarded March 3 as the Salisbury Civitan Club observed its annual Scholarship Day during a luncheon meeting at the Country Club of Salisbury. Eight local college and high school students were selected as recipients of the 2011 awards in the annual renewal of a scholarship program that the Civitan Club has been sponsoring for over 55 years. The awards this year included five $1,500 scholarships to students at Catawba College, Livingstone College and Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Three high school awards of $1,500 each were also presented. Coordinated by the Civitan Club’s Scholarship Committee and the Salisbury Civitan Club

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Appalachian State University is proposing to offer coursework leading to the add-on licensure in school administration beginning in August in Davie County. An informational meeting will be held today at 5 p.m. in administration building room 110 at the Davie campus of Davidson Community College, 1205 Salisbury Road in Mocksville. The licensure prepares individuals for a school principalship at all levels of public school and leads to initial licensure as a school administrator in North Carolina. Applicants to this program must have a master’s degree in education or related field from a regionally accredited college or university with a GPA of 3.0 or better; at least three years of successful licensed teaching experience or successful licensed experience in another related area of public school work (counseling, media specialist, etc.); and a valid license to teach and/or practice one of the other educational specialties in N.C. public schools. Students in the program meet a maximum of two evenings a week for four consecutive semesters including a summer session. The program will be completed in December 2012. For more information, contact Appalachian’s Office of Extension and Distance Education at 800-355-4084 or visit www.distance.appstate.edu.

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Salisbury Civitan Club Annual Scholarship winners were recognized at the Civitan meeting at the Country Club of Salisbury. Front, left to right are: Mary Margaret Mills, Salisbury High School; Amanda Matlock, West Rowan High. Back, left to right are: Rachel Fries, Catawba College; Alex Weant, Salisbury High; Ashly Hinson, RCCC and Sharon Medlin RCCC. Two winners were absent. They were Kristopher Watson, Catawba College, and Kevin Abrams, Livingstone College.

What started out as a vision between Principal Nathan Currie and PTA President Ginger Cartwright became reality. An auditorium full of people came out as H.D. Isenberg Elementary School hosted its first Black History Celebration titled “A Time to Reflect, Celebrate and Persevere.” Billy Bradley & N’ Ovation provided music and Fitrah ShahidEl sang “Lift Ev’ry Voice” and “We Shall Overcome.” Melissa Craig, 2011-2012 Teacher of the Year, gave the welcome before Laderious Carter, a fifth-grade student at Isenberg, shared his essay on Thurgood Marshall. The Isenberg Honors Chorus performed “The Ballad of the Underground Railroad.” The Julian B. Duncan Players, Livingstone College, provided renditions from Langston Hughes and Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Herman Felton, vice president for Institutional Advancement at Livingstone College, was the keynote speaker. He spoke of the vision of Harold D. Isenberg and Dr. Betty Dess, the school’s first principal, and the struggles and perseverance of AfricanAmericans. The school honored and recognized several people for their contributions to Isenberg Elementary School as well as the Rowan-

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TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2011 â&#x20AC;˘ 11A

C O L U M N S / E D U C AT I O N

In an emergency, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ready, set, go If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one lesson we can learn from each disaster we live through or watch on television, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s this: Make sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always prepared to grab and go with very little notice. And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t assume youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get daysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; or even hoursâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; notice. Get ready now. Every household needs a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Go Bag.â&#x20AC;? This is a of collection items you may need if all services are cut off or you need to evacuate. It should be packed in an easy-to-carry MARY container, such HUNT as a suitcase on wheels. Each family member also needs a Go Bag that contains enough basic supplies to last for 72 hours. Backpacks are great for individual Go Bags. Each backpack should contain a change of clothing, a jacket or sweater, some food, an emergency lightweight blanket and copies of personal documents â&#x20AC;&#x201D; such as a photo ID, emergency phone numbers, the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Social Security card, insurance cards and so on â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that are sealed in a zip-close plastic bag. When itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to evacuate, each person grabs his or her

CIVITANS FROM 10A Charitable Foundation. The annual scholarships are funded through proceeds from club projects as well as income from the Charitable Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s endowment. The faculty and department members at the three institutions select the five college award winners. The three high school scholarships are awarded based on a competitive application process, including an essay and a demonstration of service to the community. The club scholarship committee selects winners with assistance from high school guidance departments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We feel this scholarship program is one of the best investments we can make as a service organization to our community,â&#x20AC;? said Civitan Club president Rodney Harrison. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is important to recognize and encourage academic excellence and good citizenship in our young people.â&#x20AC;? The 2011 scholarship awards presented March 3 include: â&#x20AC;˘ The Dr. Walter Low Tatum Scholarships in Nursing, presented to two nursing students at RCCC. The winners are Ashly Wright Hinson of Salisbury, a second year LPN student in the practical nurs-

backpack and a gallon of water and gets out. The family Go Bag should be compact enough to carry easily and fit in the trunk of the car, whose gas tank is never less than half-full. One reader sent this precise list of basics for the family Go Bag: ax, shovel, bucket, utility knife, can opener, at least $50 in small bills and coins, extra pairs of eyeglasses, prepaid calling cards and medications. You will need basic nonperishable food items in the family box, for example, dried fruit or trail mix, soda, graham crackers, juice boxes, granola bars, beef jerky, cans of tuna, cans of pork and beans, dried milk and hot chocolate mix. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need a battery-powered AM radio, battery-powered light and fresh batteries. Make sure you have packed a basic first-aid kit, paper, a pencil and, if possible, a camp stove with fuel. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll want bug repellant, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, disinfectant, garbage bags, matches in sealed and waterproof bags, and candles. Now, before you get discouraged because the task seems overwhelming, let me assure you there is no perfect kit. Anything you can put together now is better than nothing. Take it one step at a time, thinking of it as a ing program, and Sharon Medlin of Mount Pleasant, who will graduate in 2012 from the associate degree nursing program at RCCC. â&#x20AC;˘ The John Nelson Haden Scholarship in Music, presented annually to a music major at Catawba College. The 2011 winner is Kristopher Watson of Voorhees, N.J. He is a senior majoring in sacred music. â&#x20AC;˘ The Dr. Jack Knox Scholarship in Education, presented to an education major at Livingstone College. The 2011 winner is junior Kevin A. Abrams of Lanham, Md. He is an elementary education (K-6) major. â&#x20AC;˘ The Rev. Milton B. Faust Scholarship in Education, presented to a student in the teacher education program at Catawba College. Rachel Fries of Rockwell is the 2011 winner. She is a junior elementary education major. â&#x20AC;˘ The Michael Yang Civitan Scholarship, presented annually to a senior at West Rowan High School. The 2011 winner is Amanda Marie Matlock, daughter of Jan and Jeffrey Dale Matlock of Woodleaf. She plans to attend Davidson or High Point University next year to pursue a degree in sociology. â&#x20AC;˘ The Morton Lerner Memorial Civitan Scholarship, presented annually to a senior at Salisbury High School. The winner is Alexander B. Weant,

process to get prepared for an emergency. What you have in your head is the most important survival/first-aid equipment of all. Use your common sense. Rotate medications that have shelf lives, making sure the freshest are always in your Go Bag. Rotate food items and water at least once every three months. Give your Go Bags and water containers respectable homes on hooks or shelves close to an outside door. Make this a family project. Teach even your youngest child which backpack is his/hers, why it is special and what to do when the time comes to grab it and go. The more you can do now, the more confident youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be when the time comes to put your emergency preparedness into action. Mary Hunt is the founder of www.DebtProofLiving.com and author of 18 books, including her latest, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Can I Pay My Credit Card Bill With a Credit Card?â&#x20AC;? You can e-mail her at mary@everydaycheapskate.com, or write to Everyday Cheapskate, P.O. Box 2135, Paramount, CA 90723. To find out more about Mary Hunt and read her past columns, please visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators. com. CREATORS.COM

son of Ted and Frances Weant of Salisbury. He plans to attend UNC-Chapel Hill next year to study biology and chemistry. â&#x20AC;˘ The Clifford Peeler Humanitarian Scholarship, presented annually to a senior at Salisbury, North Rowan, West Rowan high schools or North Hills Christian School. The 2011 winner is Mary Margaret Mills, a senior at Salisbury High School. The daughter of Chris and Beth Mills of Salisbury, she plans to major in education and public policy beginning next fall at either UNCC or N.C. State University. The recipients, their family members and representatives of each school joined members of the Salisbury Civitan Club at the awards luncheon. Scholarship Committee Chairman Marny Hendrick presided over the presentations. As part of the program, Hendrick gave an update on the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s endowed scholarship established in 1997 at Catawba College in honor of longtime Civitan leader M.M. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chubâ&#x20AC;? Richards. Designated for therapeutic recreation majors, the endowment now exceeds $36,000 and has already benefited nine students at Catawba. For more information on the club scholarship program or to make a tax-deductible donation to the Salisbury Civitan Club Charitable Foundation, contact Salisbury Civitan Club, P.O. Box 171, Salisbury, NC 28145.

Man ponders his place in adulterous affair Dear Amy: I have been having a samesex affair with a married man who has two children. Now he says the affair is over. He says he is staying in his unhappy marriage because of the luxurious life he has. His inlaws are socially well-connected. He told me that he told his wife before they got married that he had been with men, and yet they still got married. He told me he has cheated with other men, especially during the time when his wife was pregnant. He asked me to have unprotected sex with ASK him at his home. I did not AMY do this, but I worry about his wife and her health â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and her sexual health. He at some point will give her a STD or worse â&#x20AC;&#x201D; infect her with HIV. What should I do? I feel she needs to know what her husband is up to, but I worry. Is it my place to say something? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Worried

she doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know, then she should be told so that she can decide what to do concerning her marriage, her family and her sexual health.

Dear Worried: You didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wonder about whether it was â&#x20AC;&#x153;your placeâ&#x20AC;? to have an affair with a man you knew was married, but now youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re worried about what your place is? Now that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve violated the very basic standard that says itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wrong to have an adulterous affair, you should tell this wife what you know about her husband. If she knows her husband has relationships on the down low, then your notification might not have much impact. If

Dear Been There: Marie Antoinette could not have been more gracious.

Dear Amy: I am annoyed with your dismissive response to the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Frustrated Hostess,â&#x20AC;? who commented on the lack of courtesy on the part of invitees to her childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first birthday party. I have been hosting parties for the last 40 years. These are sought-after invitations. I care a lot about my friends and want everyone to feel special and enjoy an evening of joy. I create special invitations, party mementos, special seating and a theme that creates an atmosphere that lets people forget their problems for a couple of hours. I spend a great deal of effort and time to achieve this. I have a simple solution for the lack of (or late) RSVPs. I have put the word out that if you do not respond to my invitation in the time I specify you are cut from my list. Period. Life is too short to fret about this. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Been There

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ISENBERG FROM 10A Salisbury community: â&#x20AC;˘ Donnie Taylor-Jefferson â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Jefferson is the director of the Westside Community Foundation. In that role, she is responsible for the management and development of the Stepping-Up Youth Education and Enrichment Center, which reaches out to Isenberg and other elementary schools in an effort to increase academic performance. â&#x20AC;˘ The Rev. Henry Diggs â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Diggs is a former Isenberg PTA president and the cofounder and pastor of Faith Temple Triumphant Ministries. His church currently meets on Sundays at Isenberg and has taken on the role of faith-based partner with

Isenberg. â&#x20AC;˘ Kay Wright Norman â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Norman is in her 15th year serving on the Rowan-Salisbury Board of Education. Currently she serves on the boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s curriculum committee and the appeals committee. She has been a pioneer in identifying unmet needs for children and youth in the Salisbury/Rowan community. â&#x20AC;˘ Dixie Dalton â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ms. Dalton is the Title I parent coordinator for Rowan-Salisbury schools. She has served in several Title I positions at various schools, including Isenberg and Knox Middle School. The evening concluded with an African drum and dance tribute to the eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s honorees by the African Pearls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This must be an ongoing celebration,â&#x20AC;? Principal Nathan Currie said. He also thanked the PTA and community for their support.

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NEW MINING VENTURE IN S.C.

A relapse of gold fever A year off from the NFL?

t’s been almost 50 years since North Carolina’s last gold mining operation shut down. Interest now is pretty much limited to historic interpretation, with sites such as Gold Hill in Rowan County and the Reed Gold Mine in Cabarrus mining tourism instead of yellow nuggets. Those rambunctious Piedmont goldrush days — which predated the Sutter’s Mill gold rush in California by several decades — seem far removed from the modern landscape of interstate highways and shopping malls. It’s but a footnote in history that the state once boasted dozens of working gold mines, earning it the nickname “Golden State” before it became better known as the home of Tar Heels. But gold is once again attracting attention in the Carolinas. A fascinating story in The State newspaper of Columbia, S.C., describes an industrial exploration already under way in Lancaster County, just across the state line from Charlotte. Romarco Minerals, a Canadian company, is doing some test digging at the historic Haile Gold Mine site. If the company’s plans pan out, it envisions a major goldmining operation that could create hundreds of jobs and generate up to 2 million ounces of gold. It would be the largest gold-mining operation east of the Mississippi, and with gold currently selling for about $1,400 an ounce, it’s potentially a multibillion-dollar enterprise. So far, it sounds pretty good. But this isn’t your great-grandfather’s gold mine. Instead of narrow shafts sunk into the ground, it involves large-scale earth removal, requiring a pit that would eventually be a mile wide and 840 feet deep. It would entail the obliteration of about 160 acres of wetlands and reconfiguration of miles of creeks and streams, according to the article. Then there’s the gold extraction process itself, which uses toxic cyanide to separate gold from crushed ore. Company officials say modern containment processes make the process safe. They also say the wetlands loss and other environmental impacts can be mitigated through donations of other lands nearby and reclamation practices that eventually will fill in the pits and cover them with vegetation. There’s no conflict, supposedly, between going for the gold and being green. South Carolina and federal environmental officials should scrutinize the company’s plans — and its longterm commitment — before giving the final go-ahead. With potential gold veins still lying underground, North Carolina’s economic and natural resource leaders should be keeping a close eye on the venture, too. From an economic development standpoint alone, a modern-day gold rush might sound enticing. But history holds a cautionary note. Gold fever can subside just as quickly as it strikes. The state’s abandoned mining sites are proof of that.

Common sense

(Or uncommon wisdom, as the case may be) Happiness is good health and bad memory. — Ingrid Bergman

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Maybe extended timeout isn’t a bad idea ASHINGTON — It’s hard to know whom to root for in the current National Football League labor dispute, the billionaires or the multimillionaires. Maybe one should root for the fans, but only if they agree that they have been duped into paying ever increasing amounts to view the spectacle where the average outing costs a family of four more than $420 and what they get is often second rate. Perhaps support should go to those poor benighted souls — a huge number of them Sunday afternoon widows — who DAN find the game violent, disrupTHOMASSON tive to family life and a throwback to the blood and circuses of ancient Rome. Or maybe to the taxpayers victimized by the greedy NFL owners whose demands for community backing of new coliseums frequently are accompanied by extortion: Build it or we will take the ball and go elsewhere. The negotiations over how to divvy up the annual $9 billion pot of gold this bone shattering, brain jarring sport produces hold out the possibility of no next season if agreement can’t be reached. The very thought of that buckles the knees of the nation’s frustrated jocks and the radio, television and print prognosticators who make their living in endless hours of speculation before, during and after the games are played. Think of all the gazillions of dollars lost in snacks, drinks, bets and goofy paraphernalia on Sunday alone both at the stadiums and in somebody’s television room. On second thought, “Oh what a relief it is.” Having kicked baseball off the mountain of pastime popularity and left professional basketball and hockey drooling, one might expect that the barons of bash would feel some responsibility for treating the masses with a little more deference, that they would not threaten to lock out the objects of admiration who actually fill the stadiums at the risk of life and limb for a paltry extra $1 billion. How un-American is that? The role models for so many little boys and overfed and immature adults living vicariously certainly deserve better, don’t they? Well, you would think so if there weren’t any cases where the monsters of the midway had taken their money and performed poorly. In fact, one of the most infamous examples is the highly touted $100 million lineman from this neck of the woods who decided last year he didn’t like the system, the coach or much of anything else about his employer and made it so clear in his playing that he ultimately was benched for the sea-

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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, center, and Peter Ruocco, NFL senior vice president for labor relations, right, arrive for football labor negotiations with the NFL Players Association last month in Washington. son. He cried all the way to the bank, we are told. For decades, the owners have been filling their venues with exhibition games that have no bearing on how a team performs when it reaches the real season. First there were six and now there are four and one of the points in the current dispute between owners and players is extending the season to 18 games. That way, of course, the owners can charge more for the seats and season tickets that are too dear already. As a former season ticket holder, I refused to go to the pre season games that essentially were scrimmages to determine whom to keep on the final roster. Being forced to buy the tickets to those games was a reason I gave up the privilege of having my pocket picked — that and having too much beer spilled down my back by drunken revelers. So whether or not the billionaires and the multimillionaires can reach detente in the next six months or turn off the money spigot for a year is anyone’s guess. With so many grave things facing us as a nation it is difficult to take this all that seriously. Besides there are any number of other entertainment distractions to fill the void. Take Charlie Sheen, for instance. I have often wondered how anyone can identify with sports figures that get paid millions for physical skill that requires little brain activity while those who teach and save lives and run our nation earn so comparatively little. Oh, well considering the state of the NFL franchise in this town, a year off might not be a bad idea. • • • E-mail Dan K. Thomasson, former editor of the Scripps Howard News Service, at thomassondan@aol.com.

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State should recognize midwives, other care options Thank you, Tavish Brinton, for your well stated letter to the editor (March 3). I am deeply saddened by the arrest of the North Carolina midwife. The news of her arrest has spread throughout the nation. I do not understand the fear in North Carolina for alternative health practices. Our son, who lives in Portland, Ore., is board certified both as a naturopath and in Chinese medicine. He would not be able to practice in North Carolina because the legislature has refused to recognise licensed persons who treat patients very successfully with natural remedies, rather than pharmaceuticals. Our daughter, who lives in Washington state, gave birth at home with the capable help of a certified professional midwife with 30 years’ experience. The midwife provided her with both prenatal and postnatal care, monitored her diet, and did all standard testing. During her long first labor, she treated her with herbal remedies but also had available oxygen and IV fluids. In addition, the midwife had an ongoing relationship with the emergency department and a GYN doctor in case of an emergency. This was an empowering experience for our daughter, her husband and their newborn son. The midwife stayed for seven hours after birth to monitor the baby and mother. Present hospital births have a very high rate of caesarians, and I am not sure of the reason for this. When my three children were born in the 1970s, Lamaze training and birth without medications were common. To-

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day I would do as my daughter did and seek a licensed professional midwife. It is time for the North Carolina legislature to recognise licensed persons who deliver medical care with alternative treatments. — Karla Swanson Salisbury

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few words about three words. Said words came from one Barry Ritholtz, a financial analyst, author and TV commentator who, according to his website, has contributed commentary on matters monetary to the whole alphabet soup of TV news: CNBC, CNN, ABC, CBS, PBS, Fox, MSNBC and C/SPAN. Ritholtz also has a blog (www.ritholtz LEONARD .com/blog/) and it PITTS was there that he recently broke what seemed a major news story: “Roger Ailes to be indicted.” Ailes, as you may know, is the controversial chairman of Fox News. The New York Times, citing papers filed in a lawsuit, had reported that Ailes stood accused of telling publishing potentate Judith Regan to lie to federal investigators vetting former New York Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik when he was nominated in 2004 to head the Department of Homeland Security. Kerik’s nomination ended in scandal; he is serving a fouryear sentence on eight felony convictions, including tax fraud. Ritholtz took the story significantly further than the Times did. Citing “someone I spoke with,” he reported that Ailes was facing not just an accusation, but also a federal indictment. “You read it here first,” he crowed. The sensational story ricocheted all over the Internet. But was it true? Salon.com questioned Ritholtz on his source, whom he would identify only as an older man, “an upper East Side Democrat” he found himself sitting next to at an airport. That’s hardly a ringing endorsement for the source's credibility, but Ritholtz was unfazed. Salon quotes him as saying, “If it’s true we’ll find out. If it’s not, no big deal.” And here, let us define what the point is not. It is not the likeability or lack thereof, of Roger Ailes. It is not the bias of the supposed news organization he runs. It is not even the accuracy of Ritholtz’s report. It is, rather, those three words: “no big deal.” Lord, where is Walter Cronkite when you need him? Those who work in or depend upon mainstream media, traditional media, legacy media — choose your preferred synonym for “old” — are frequently and forcefully reminded that technology has changed the rules, broken the model. What was once a monologue is now a dialogue, the gathering and dissemination of news has become a communal activity. We are, goes the mantra, all journalists now. Fine. Wonderful. Whatever. But: if we are all journalists, we all ought to be governed by journalism’s most sacred directive. Meaning accuracy. Get the facts straight. One encounters little fealty to that directive in surveying the landscape of new media, overrun as it is by true believers for whom accuracy is subordinate to ideology and facts useful only to the degree they can be bent, shaped or outright disregarded in service to that ideology. The result, as many have noted, is a political discourse distinguished by increasing incoherence and intellectual incontinence, an empty shouting match better suited to a fifth-grade schoolyard than to adults analyzing the great issues of the day. Even by that standard, Ritholtz’s breezy kiss-off to accuracy represents a minor milestone. He is not, after all, the proverbial blogger working in his pajamas from his mother’s basement. Rather, he is an accomplished, authoritative man. Yet even he apparently feels no particular obligation to be factual. No big deal? One can imagine a libel lawyer in the employ of Roger Ailes someday having a field day with that quote. Meantime, let the rest of us regard it as a signpost on the road toward America’s secession from objective reality. What is at stake is nothing less than our ability to know. From that springs our ability to process, extrapolate, debate, reason, conclude. We are losing those things. And that’s a very big deal, indeed. • • • Leonard Pitts is a columnist for the Miami Herald. E-mail: lpitts@miamiherald.com.

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Obama allows new military terror trials at Guantanamo WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama reversed course Monday and ordered a resumption of military trials for terror suspects at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, making his once ironclad promise to close the isolated prison look even more distant. Guantanamo has been a major political and national security headache for the president since he took office promising to close the prison within a year, a deadline that came and went without him ever setting a new one. Obama made the change with clear reluctance, bowing to the reality that Congress’ vehement opposition to trying detainees on U.S. soil leaves them nowhere else to go. The president emphasized his preference for trials in federal civilian courts, and his administration blamed congressional meddling for closing off that avenue. “I strongly believe that the American system of justice is a key part of our arsenal in the war against al-Qaida and its affiliates, and we will continue to draw on all aspects of our justice system — including (federal) courts — to ensure that our security and our values are strengthened,” Obama said in a statement.

NYC police helicopter video shows burning WTC rooftop on 9/11 NEW YORK (AP) — New video has surfaced from the Sept. 11 attacks from a police helicopter hovering near the burning World Trade Center towers in the hope of rescuing survivors from the rooftops, only to find no one there as the buildings topple and smolder. “The whole tower, it’s gone,” one officer is heard yelling. “Holy crap, they knocked the whole fricking thing down.” An officer wonders, “How could it go down?” The video is part of a cache of information from the attack handed over by city agencies to the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the federal agency that investigated the collapse. The video surfaced on several websites Monday, but NIST did not know who posted it initially. The 17 minutes of footage shot from a New York Police Department air and sea rescue chopper shows much of what has already been seen but still shocks and disturbs: a chilling aerial view of the burning twin towers and the apocalyptic shroud of smoke and dust that settled over the city.

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1 dead in small plane crash on Maine-Canada border AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Maine officials say one person was killed and another injured when a plane went down near the Canadian border during a snowstorm that dumped up to 2 feet on the region. Steve McCausland of the Maine Public Safety Department said a Canadian search and rescue helicopter reached the site Monday night and airlifted the injured person to a hospital in

Canada. Identities weren’t immediately available. Maine State Police, the Maine Warden Service and Maine Emergency Management Agency coordinated the search after the plane’s emergency responder activated after the pilot reported icing Monday afternoon. McCausland says the four-seat Diamond DA-40 had left Halifax, Nova Scotia, earlier in the day en route to Quebec. He says it may have been returning when it went down in northwest Somerset County.

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Wearing shorts and a t-shirt, Jonathan symonds, right, and the more appropriately dressed Martin Ward shovel out their driveway in saranac Lake, NY on Monday. parts of upstate New York are buried under more than 2 feet of heavy snow, with freezing rain, sleet and 30mph winds added to the mix, closing scores of schools and knocking out power to more than 40,000 utility customers. the price of unleaded gasoline at $3.44 per gallon on Monday of last week, it was 4 cents higher than the Friday before. That alone might have been irritating to drivers paying the highest gas prices in more than two years. It was even more so because it happened on a day when the price of crude oil, which is used to make gasoline, fell almost $1 a barrel. “It’s up 20 cents one day, down 10 cents the next day,” says Oscar Elmore, a courier who was filling up his Ford Taurus at a RaceTrac service station in Dallas recently. “It sounds kinda fishy to me.” Gas prices rise when oil prices rise, and fall when oil prices fall — except when they don’t. What you pay at your gas station depends on an array of factors, from what happens on an exchange in New York to what the competition is charging. This can rankle drivers, especially these days. Gas reached a national average of $3.51 a gallon on Monday. That’s up 14 cents, or 4 percent, over the past week. The week before, the average rose 20 cents, the steepest increase since September 2008.

Libyan warplanes strike rebels, West considers no-fly zone RAS LANOUF, Libya (AP) — Repeated airstrikes by Libyan warplanes on Monday illustrated the edge Moammar Gadhafi holds in his fight against rebel forces marching toward the capital: He controls the air. After pleading from the uprising’s leaders, Britain and France began drafting a U.N. resolution for a no-fly zone in Libya that could balance the scales. President Barack Obama warned that the U.S. and its NATO allies are still considering military options to stop what he called “unacceptable” violence by Gadhafi’s regime. NATO decided to boost flights of AWACs surveillance planes over Libya from 10 to 24 hours a day, the U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder said. “I want to send a very clear message to those who are around Colonel Gadhafi. It is their choice to make how they operate moving forward. And they will be held accountable for whatever violence continues to take place,” Obama said during remarks in the Oval Office Monday. Libyan warplanes launched multiple airstrikes Monday on opposition fighters regrouping at the oil port of Ras Lanouf on the Mediterranean coast a day after they were driven back by a heavy government counteroffensive aimed at stopping the rebel drive toward Tripoli, Gadhafi’s stronghold. One strike hit near a gas station in Ras Lanouf, blasting two large craters in the road and wounding at least two people in a pick up truck.

Wis. Gov. calls AWOL Dems’ request for meeting ridiculous MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Democrats who

fled the state nearly three weeks ago asked Monday for a meeting with Gov. Scott Walker to talk about changes to his plan to eliminate most public workers’ union rights, a request the governor dismissed as “ridiculous.” Walker said he and his administration have been in communication with at least a couple of the AWOL Senate Democrats about a deal that could bring them back, but the lawmaker who asked for the meeting, Senate Min o r i t y Leader Mark Miller, “is WALKER firmly standing in the way.” That accusation led to a flurry of angry responses from Democrats who said Walker was misrepresenting the talks. The sometimes-angry exchange suggested that any resolution to the stalemate was farther away than ever. “Right now, I’m so damn mad at his misrepresentation of the truth and the public should be as well,” said Sen. Bob Jauch, one of two Democrats who had talked last week with the Senate Republican leader about possible compromises. “Trust is completely broken down now. I don’t believe anything he says.” The standoff has drawn national attention and placed Wisconsin at the center a vigorous debate over the future of union rights. Walker’s proposal to balance the state budget remains in limbo because, without the 14 Democrats, the state Senate does not have enough members present for a quorum.

Colleagues doubt NASA scientist found alien bacteria WASHINGTON (AP) — NASA and its top scientists are distancing themselves from a space agency researcher who concludes that he found alien bacterial life in meteorites that were collected many decades ago. Richard Hoover of NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala., claims that he found fossils that look like the remnants of bacteria in at least two meteorites. His research paper, published online Friday in the Journal of Cosmology, concludes these must have come from outer space. But his claim has been roundly disputed by other scientists. “There has been no one in the scientific community, certainly no one in the meteorite analysis community, that has supported these conclusions,” NASA Astrobiology Institute Director Carl Pilcher told the Associated Press Monday. “The simplest explanation for Mr. Hoover’s measurements is that he’s measuring microbes from Earth. They’re contamination.” In the paper, Hoover states that chemical analysis makes it unlikely to be contamination. Instead, he wrote they are “indigenous fossils” from outer space rather than something found on Earth.

Ore. gas station worker escapes from crashing car SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon gas station worker escaped serious injury when a car came crashing through a wall and into the cashier stand. The unidentified worker was sweeping the floor inside the station in Springfield when an entire wall suddenly came down on top of him early Saturday. The manager of the AM PM Mini Market, Casey Wilson, told KEZI-TV that the worker could have been seriously hurt if the car had moved just another foot. The worker was treated at a hospital and released. In a video of the crash, the worker climbs out of all the debris and hurdles over the counter to get to safety. Wilson says the driver was circling the parking lot and having an argument with his

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MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) — A fierce winter storm was blanketing northern New England and upstate New York with up to 30 inches of snow Monday, while western Connecticut was deluged with so much rain that parts of homes and cars floated down a swollen river. As of 1 p.m., 23.3 inches of snow had fallen at Burlington International Airport — the biggest March snowfall there on record— and it wasn’t finished yet. At Aubuchon Hardware in downtown Montpelier, the most popular types of snow shovels were sold out, the grass seed was on display and store were readying shelves for more springtime wares. “Smile, folks — it’s coming,” Tom Walbridge said of the spring season scheduled to start in just two weeks. Outside told a different story. The storm helped push the winter of 2010-11 up the record list. Even before the snow stopped, it became the fourth-snowiest winter on record in Burlington, at 121.4 inches, and the storm appeared potent enough to challenge the famous Valentine’s Day blitz in 2007 that dumped 25.7 inches on Burlington, Taber said.

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FALLEN FROM 1A the Miller’s Ferry and Spencer fire departments, as a rising star among Salisbury firefighters and a future fire service leader. He was brave, honest and humble, Parnell said. He described the 40-yearold Isler as a teacher and coach within his department — someone who moved his family from New York to North Carolina so he could become a full-time firefighter. (He was past the entry age in New York.) Isler showed younger firefighters the commitment required and always responded to tasks with the assurance of, “No worries, no worries,” Parnell recalled. Isler’s widow, Tracy, and his children, Victor Jr. and Ryan-Ann, attended the memorial service, along with Monroe’s parents, Eddie and

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NASCAR’s bad boys make nice BY JENNA FRYER Associated Press

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Kyle Busch talks to reporters on sunday after the race.

LAS VEGAS — Kyle Busch and Tony Stewart are known for their racing success and explosive tempers. Most every problem on the track is followed by a profanity-laced rant, a tantrum and, in Busch’s case, a meltdown right in the car that has at times prevented him from making a strong finish. Then came the sulking and scowling. If they even bothered to give interviews, the answers were usually short and snippy. It was boorish behavior, but tolerated. Nothing was going

to change NASCAR’s two biggest bad boys. Until, that is, they changed. Busch and Stewart seem to have mellowed this season. That was never more apparent than Sunday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Both had a chance to win, and neither did. Busch was done in first by a flat tire, then a blown engine. He was running second when he got his flat, had to stop for a new tire and disagreed with his crew’s decision to change only two and not all four. That’s where Busch would typically unload on crew chief Dave Rogers, working himself into a hysteria that could have derailed his race.

Instead, Busch simply scolded Rogers. He then calmly offered advice when a caution moments later gave them a chance to salvage the setback. A blown engine 10 laps later, however, ended his day at his home track, where wins mean the most to him. As Busch climbed from his disabled car, the race streaming around him, viewers braced for his reaction. If he didn’t stomp away from the cameras, his interview would likely be a bitter one. Then, for the second time in two days, he was a total pro. “I’ve been blowing tires, mowing grass, knocking walls down and setting balls of fire

down the backstretch in both races this weekend,” he said. “It might be good just to get out of here and come back and try again next year.” Then came Stewart, who led a race-high 163 laps and had the field covered at one of only two active tracks where the two-time champion has never won a Sprint Cup race. After falling short in the Daytona 500, then losing because of a late caution a week earlier in Phoenix, he finally seemed headed to Victory Lane. Then a rare mistake on pit road — he pulled the air hose

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Heat starting to fizzle out BY TIM REYNOLDS Associated Press

MIAMI — Having LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh together was supposed to be the Miami Heat formula for many championships. And it might. Someday. Right now, it isn’t. With the playoffs a little more than a month away, time is running out. So maybe it was fitting that Heat coach Erik Spoelstra had his back to the wall of Miami’s practice court Monday when trying his best to clear up “Crygate.” Here was his clarification: He saw glossy eyes, but heard no whimpering. Ultimately, little of that matters. A day after Spoelstra said there was “a couple guys crying in the locker room” in the moments that followed Sunday’s 87-86 loss to the Chicago Bulls — the latest entry in a growing list of last-second chances gone awry — whether tears were falling or not is irrelevant. Shots aren’t falling. That’s the bigger issue for the Heat, who have lost four straight and are early in their toughest stretch of the season. Portland, hardly a slouch from the suddenly surging Western Conference, visits on Tuesday. Kobe Bryant and the two-time defending champion Lakers, who just happened to roll a San Antonio team that embarrassed the Heat last week, stop by Thursday. The Spurs visit next Monday. Even with that, the Heat confidence remains.

“We’re a team that no one wants to see in the first round,” Wade said. “We lose every game from here on out, somebody’s got to see us in the first round. And the Miami Heat isn’t really a team you want to see in the first round. “We’re fine.” That’s debatable. Despite the “Big Three” averaging a combined 69.9 points, 22.4 rebounds and 13.3 assists, the Heat have clear issues, including consistency at point guard and center along with the bench. In the public eye, every loss seems almost cataclysmic. There’s often speculation over Spoelstra’s security with the Heat, especially with a Hall of Famer in Pat Riley still looming over the franchise. They’re 43-20, the league’s sixth-best record — not the pace James grew accustomed to when he was the lone true superstar with the Cleveland Cavaliers, who had been among the league’s very best. They’ve had their moments, like a big Christmas win against the Lakers, a late-game rally to win at Oklahoma City, a run of 21 victories in 22 games from Nov. 29 through Jan. 9. That run started after James bumped Spoelstra on the way to a huddle in Dallas and speculation started raining that the Heat were already finished. Take that stretch away, though, and the Heat are 22-19. Not the stuff from which titles are made. “At the end of the day, we’re dwyane Wade, left, and LeBron James are feeling the Heat during Miami’s recent struggles.

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GREENSBORO — Duke guard Nolan Smith is the only unanimous selection to the all-Atlantic Coast Conference basketball team. The all-ACC teams were announced Monday following a vote of 75 members of the Atlantic Coast Sports Media Association. Smith was joined by Duke teammate Kyle Singler, Maryland’s Jordan Williams, Virginia Tech’s Malcolm Delaney and Boston College’s Reggie Jackson. Smith, who leads the ACC with an average of 21.6 points and is second in assists, also made the league’s all-defense team. For the first time in league history, the outright ACC regular-season champion failed to place any players on the first team. North Carolina did have three players make the second team and

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another on the third team. Tyler Zeller, John Henson and Harrison Barnes were on the second team and Kendall Marshall was a third-team selection, making the Tar Heels the first team to place four players across the three teams since they did it in 2005, when they won the national championship. The Tar Heels also had two players unanimously selected to two other teams. Barnes appeared on all 75 ballots in voting for the all-freshman team, and AssociAted Press Henson was a unanimous duke’s Nolan smith, left, was a pick to the all-defensive unanimous selection to the Allteam. Delaney, the ACC’s sec- Acc team. ond-leading scorer at 18.8 points per game, and Singler were repeat first-team selec- freshman team by Martions. shall, Wake Forest’s Travis Barnes, who led all ACC McKie, Maryland’s Terrell freshmen with a 14-point av- Stoglin and North Carolina erage, was joined on the State’s C.J. Leslie.

Mustangs handle No. Rowan BY MIKE LONDON mlondon@salisburypost.om

SPENCER — East Rowan senior E. Rowan 13 M a l l o r y N. Rowan 0 D r e w kept one of the neatest scorebooks in softball history from her wheelchair, and smiled as her teammates rolled on without her. Drew, who suffered a broken leg in an auto crash that cut short her basketball year and erased her final softball season, plans to beat the timetable of six months that doctors have given her for walking again. Her teammates plan to beat enough people to get her a 3A state championship ring. East, a 25-3 Final Four team in 2010, got a new season off to an impressive start with a 13-0 victory at North Rowan on Monday af-

ternoon. “We came out slow, but then we decided to pick it up,” East p i t c h e r C h e l s e a WHITE White said. “We wanted to get the season off to a good start.” East, which rapped 15 hits and got 15 strikeouts from the Elon-bound White, played as good as it sounds. North (0-1) played better than it sounds. “It was a lot like our game with North last year when it was 0-0 a long time,” East coach Mike Waddell said. “The score wasn’t indicative of the game. It definitely didn’t feel like a double-digit win.” Senior shortstop Ericka Nesbitt, who signed with Campbell, banged out four hits for the Mustangs. Three

balls were hit on the nose, and she used her wheels to beat out a routine roller to second base. White and Steffi Sides, who has moved from left field to third base to replace Drew, had three hits each. “I was surprised at how well I hit today,” White said. “I haven’t been swinging much.” North pitcher Samantha Jacobs piled up 12 strikeouts. The junior mowed down three All-State honorees — Nesbitt, Kayla Kirk and White — on strikes in the first inning and had a no-hitter with five Ks through two frames. But a bunt single by Sides ignited a game-changing, fiverun third for the Mustangs. East bunched four hits and a walk, and North made four of its six errors in that inning. “We’ve got a fantastic

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TV Sports Tuesday, March 8 MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL Noon ESPN2 — Big East Conference, first round, Connecticut vs. DePaul, at New York 2 p.m. ESPN2 — Big East Conference, first round, Seton Hall vs. Rutgers, at New York 7 p.m. ESPN2 — Sun Belt Conference, championship game, Western Kentucky-North Texas winner vs. Middle TennesseeArkansas-Little Rock winner, at Hot Springs, Ark. 9 p.m. ESPN — Horizon League, championship game, Butler vs. Wisconsin-Milwaukee at Milwaukee ESPN2 — Summit League, championship game, Oakland, Mich.-South Dakota State winner vs. Oral Roberts-IUPUI winner, at Sioux Falls, S.D. NHL HOCKEY 8 p.m. VERSUS — Colorado at Minnesota SOCCER 2:30 p.m. FSN — UEFA Champions League, Roma at Shakhtar Donetsk 8 p.m. FSN — UEFA Champions League, Arsenal at Barcelona (same-day tape) WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 7 p.m. ESPN — Big East Conference, championship game, Rutgers-Connecticut winner vs. DePaul-Notre Dame winner, at Hartford, Conn.

Area schedule Tuesday, March 8 COLLEGE BASEBALL 2:30 p.m. Mars Hill at Pfeiffer 6 p.m. Catawba at USC Aiken PREP BASEBALL 4:30 p.m. A.L. Brown at Robinson 6:30 p.m. NW Cabarrus at Concord 7 p.m. East Rowan at West Iredell Statesville at Carson West Rowan at South Rowan PREP SOFTBALL 4 p.m. West Davidson at Carson 4:30 p.m. South Rowan at Hickory Ridge PREP GIRLS SOCCER 6 p.m. Concord at Carson Mooresville at West Rowan PREP TRACK 4 p.m. East Rowan, South Rowan at Mount Pleasant PREP GOLF Irish Creek Invitational

West Iredell 0-0 Carson 0-0 0-0 Statesville North Iredell 0-0 West Rowan 0-0 Tuesday’s games East Rowan at West Iredell Statesville at Carson West Rowan at South Rowan Wednesday’s games East Rowan at Davie Salisbury at Carson North Iredell at South Iredell

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3A South Piedmont Overall SPC Concord 0-0 3-0 Hickory Ridge 0-0 2-1 0-0 2-1 NW Cabarrus Central Cabarrus 0-0 0-0 Mount Pleasant 0-0 1-1 0-0 1-1 A.L. Brown Cox Mill 0-0 1-1 Robinson 0-0 1-2 Monday’s games Concord 10, Salisbury 6 Butler 8, Hickory Ridge 3 Tuesday’s games A.L. Brown at Robinson NWC Cabarrus at Concord Cox Mill at Mount Pleasant Hickory Ridge at Central Cabarrus Wednesday’s games Sun Valley at NW Cabarrus Mooresville at Mount Pleasant Central Cabarrus at Parkwood

4A Central Piedmont Overall CPC Davie County 0-0 3-0 Reagan 0-0 1-0 0-0 2-1 West Forsyth North Davidson 0-0 0-1 R.J. Reynolds 0-0 0-1 0-0 0-2 Mount Tabor Monday’s games Davie 9, Oak Ridge 1 East Forsyth at Mount Tabor R.J. Reynolds at Parkland Tuesday’s games Central Davidson at West Forsyth Watauga vs. Mount Tabor (at Davie) Reagan at HP Central R.J. Reynolds at Wesleyan Christian Glenn at North Davidson

Prep softball Monday box E. Rowan 13, N. Rowan 0

Singles — Joel Brittain (WR) d. Mason Morrison 6-0, 6-1; Chris Holmes (WR) d. Steven Rogers 6-1, 6-0; Kevin Robinson (WR) d. Jesus Campos 6-0, 6-1; Doug Petrea (WR) d. Corey Shive 6-0, 6-0; Charles Hutton (WR) d. Spencer Allison 6-0, 6-2; Tyler Mullis (WR) d. Ian Pickering 6-1, 6-3 Doubles — Brittain-Wade Laing (WR) d. Morrison-Rogers 8-6; Ben Wilson-Armando Trujillo (WR) d. Campos-Shive 8-0; Dinkin Miller-Robinson (WR) d. Allison-Pickering 8-3 Record: West Rowan 3-0, 2-0 NPC

North h bi ab r h bi 4 2 Jcobs p 3 0 1 0 2 0 Hrmon c 3 0 0 0 3 2 Sells 1b 3 0 1 0 0 1 Gobble 2b 3 0 0 0 0 0 Hinson 3b 1 0 0 0 0 0 Mock ss 3 0 0 0 1 0 Young lf 1 0 0 0 0 0 Snider cf 2 0 0 0 1 0 Oakley rf 2 0 1 0 3 1 Shrpe rf 0 0 0 0 1 0 Lingle cf 2 0 0 0 Hall lf 0 0 0 0 23 0 3 0 Totals 361315 6 Totals 005 220 4 —13 East North 000 000 0 — 0 E—Hinson 2, Harmon 2, Young, Gobble. LOB—North 4, East 6. 2B—Nesbitt 2, White, Sides. 3B—Jacobs. Sb—Nesbitt 2, Kirk 2, Sides 2. CS—Cress. IP H R ER BB SO East 7 3 0 0 2 15 White W, 1-0 North Jacobs L, 0-1 7 15 13 7 2 12 WP—Jacobs 7. PB — Harmon 3. HBP — by Jacobs (Kluttz).

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Championships

Prep tennis W. Rowan 9, W. Iredell 0

at Warrior Championship Flight 61-64 — 125 A. Baker-S. Mabry 63-64 — 127 R. Dixon-B. Wray K. Dorsett-J. Griffin 63-65 — 128 L. Frick-R. Honeycutt 63-66 — 129 63-66 — 129 C. Owen-K. Clarke K. Lentz-E. Mulkey 64-67 — 131 G. Staton-R. Jordan 62-71 — 133 64-nc J. Adams-M. Andrew First Flight J. Meadows-R. Mangum 66-65 — 131 C. Kyles-R. Eidson 66-66 — 132 J. Robbins-M. Gatch 65-67 — 132 64-68 — 132 C. Basinger-J. Lefler M. McGuire-B. Hamilton 65-70 — 135 R. Cobb-T. Watts 65-71 — 136 65-74 — 139 C. Steen-M. Mills A. Belk-J. Barnette 66-nc Second Flight 67-67 — 134 G. Chastain-B. Boltz S. Fagg-B. Sheets 67-69 — 136 S. Honeycutt-K. Honeycutt 68-68 — 136 68-70 — 138 B. Farrington-A. Nelson M. Beaver-L. Neill 67-72 — 139 F. Johnson-M. Personius 67-75 — 142 68-74 — 142 B. Correll-K. Holloway M. McDaniel-Grant Jones 67-wd Third Flight J.Moore-J. Barnette 69-65 — 134 68-68 — 136 M. Reid-A. Purcell S. Gegorek-M. Gegorek 69-70 — 139 T. Thompson-A. Beaver 69-70 — 139 69-70 — 139 C. Valley-J. Holshouser A. Cox-S. Wisbon 69-74 — 143 C. Smith-J. Hendrix 69-77 — 146 G. Daniels-G. Long 69-nc Fourth Flight 71-69 — 140 M. Suter-B. Meek D. Harwood-R. Clodfelter 72-69 — 141 B. Martin-D. Glenn 72-71 — 143 70-74 — 144 T. Huffman-A. Huffman M. Waters-K. Ozman 72-76 — 148 K. Smith-K. Smith 69-80 — 149 72-78 — 150 B. Holliday-R. Burke S. Petrea-M. Skamerle 74-dns Fifth Flight T. Anderson-H. Lefebvre 76-72 — 148 C. Barrier-J. Adkins 76-78 — 154 C. Cruse-T. Edwards 78-79 — 157 82-79 — 161 J. Carter-J. Carter B. Barnes-B. Nussman 74-nc D. Kiker-J. Oxford 75-nc

Prep baseball Standings 1A Yadkin Valley YVC Overall North Moore 2-0 3-0 South Stanly 2-0 3-1 Albemarle 1-1 2-1 North Rowan 1-1 1-1 East Montgomery 1-1 1-1 West Montgomery 1-1 1-3 South Davidson 1-2 1-2 Chatham Central 0-1 0-2 Gray Stone 0-2 0-2 Monday’s games Jordan-Matthews 10, W. Montgomery 5 Union Pines at East Montgomery Tuesday’s games South Stanly at Albemarle Gray Stone at West Montgomery North Moore at East Montgomery South Davidson at Chatham Central Wednesday’s games Lexington at North Rowan South Davidson at Central Davidson Chatham Central at Jordan-Matthews

2A Central Carolina CCC Overall East Davidson 0-0 2-1 West Davidson 0-0 2-1 Salisbury 0-0 1-1 Central Davidson 0-0 1-1 Thomasville 0-0 0-0 Lexington 0-0 0-1 Monday’s games Lexington at Greensboro Smith Concord 10, Salisbury 6 West Davidson 22, HP Andrews 4 Tuesday’s games Central Davidson at West Forsyth East Davidson at Wheatmore Trinity at Thomasville West Davidson at Ledford

3A North Piedmont East Rowan South Rowan

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1A Boys Saturday, 2:30 p.m., Raleigh North Rowan (26-5) vs. Pender (24-4) 2A Boys Saturday, 2:30 p.m., Chapel Hill East Rutherford (26-1) vs. Pittsboro Northwood (28-4) 3A Boys Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Raleigh Gastonia Hunter Huss (28-2) vs. Winterville South Central (26-5) 4A Boys Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Chapel Hill West Charlotte (27-2) vs. Raleigh Millbrook (22-9) 1A Girls Saturday, Noon, Raleigh Bishop McGuinness (25-6) vs. SW Onslow (24-3) 2A Girls Saturday, Noon, Chapel Hill Salisbury (26-1) vs. East Bladen (30-1) 3A Girls Saturday, 5 p.m., Raleigh Hickory (28-2) vs. Winterville South Central (27-4) 4A Girls Saturday, 5 p.m., Chapel Hill SW Guilford (29-2) vs. Raleigh Millbrook (31-1)

College hoops AP Top 25 Pts Pvs Record 1. Ohio St. (52) 29-2 1,612 1 2. Kansas (13) 29-2 1,569 2 27-4 1,493 4 3. Pittsburgh 4. Notre Dame 25-5 1,416 8 5. Duke 27-4 1,265 4 24-6 1,209 13 6. North Carolina 7. San Diego St. 29-2 1,197 9 8. BYU 28-3 1,187 3 25-6 1,108 6 9. Purdue 10. Texas 25-6 1,081 7 11. Syracuse 25-6 984 12 24-6 931 14 12. Florida 13. Wisconsin 23-7 870 10 14. Louisville 23-8 794 11 22-8 639 20 15. Kentucky 16. Arizona 25-6 562 18 17. St. John’s 20-10 462 15 18. Xavier 24-6 437 23 19. Kansas St. 22-9 345 — 20. West Virginia 20-10 294 — 21. Connecticut 21-9 281 16 22. Georgetown 21-9 244 17 23. Utah St. 28-3 234 25 24. Temple 24-6 209 — 25. Cincinnati 24-7 202 — Others receiving votes: Texas A&M 177, Vanderbilt 101, Villanova 64, UCLA 40, UNLV 29, Missouri 22, George Mason 12, Old Dominion 11, Alabama 10, Belmont 9, Butler 9, Gonzaga 6, Saint Mary’s, Calif. 4, Va. Commonwealth 3, UAB 2, Harvard 1.

USA Today/ESPN Record Pts Pvs 1. Ohio State (17) 29-2 767 1 2. Kansas (14) 29-2 748 2 3. Pittsburgh 27-4 702 5 4. Notre Dame 25-5 678 7 5. Duke 27-4 595 4 6. San Diego State 29-2 592 9 7. North Carolina 24-6 560 13 8. Brigham Young 28-3 546 3 9. Purdue 25-6 537 6 10. Texas 25-6 518 8 11. Syracuse 25-6 492 12 12. Florida 24-6 456 14 13. Wisconsin 23-7 396 10 14. Louisville 23-8 364 11 15. Arizona 25-6 285 18 16. Kentucky 22-8 274 23 17. Utah State 28-3 237 21 18. St. John’s 20-10 230 15 19. Connecticut 21-9 165 16 20. Xavier 24-6 150 NR 21. Texas A&M 23-7 146 22 22. Georgetown 21-9 117 17 23. Kansas State 22-9 113 NR 24. Vanderbilt 21-9 80 20 25. Temple 24-6 77 NR Others receiving votes: West Virginia (2010) 64; Villanova (21-10) 43; UCLA (22-9) 36; Cincinnati (24-7) 31; Missouri (22-9) 23; UNLV (23-7) 16; George Mason (26-6) 14; Saint Mary’s (24-7) 11; Alabama-Birmingham (22-7) 4; Boston College (19-11) 3; Florida State (21-9) 2; Alabama (20-10) 1; Harvard (23-5) 1; Washington (20-10) 1.

Tournaments

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SCOREBOARD ACC Tournament (Greensboro) Thursday’s games (8) Virginia vs. (9) Miami, Noon, ACC Network (5) Boston College vs. (12) Wake Forest, 2 p.m., ACC Network (7) Maryland vs. (10) N.C. State, 7 p.m., ESPN2 (6) Virginia Tech vs. (11) Georgia Tech, 9 p.m., ACC Network Friday’s quarterfinals (1) North Carolina vs. Virginia-Miami winner, Noon, ACC Network/ESPN2 (4) Clemson vs. BC-Wake Forest winner, 2 p.m., ACC Network/ESPN2 (2) Duke vs. Maryland-N.C. State winner, 7 p.m., ACC Network/ESPN2 (3) Florida State vs. Virginia Tech-Georgia Tech winner, 9 p.m., ACC Network/ESPN2 Saturday’s semifinals 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., ACC Network, ESPN Sunday’s semifinals 1 p.m., ACC Network/ESPN SEC Tournament (Atlanta) Thursday’s games (5W) Auburn vs. (4E) Georgia, 1 pm. (6E) S. Carolina vs. (3W) Mississippi, 3:30 p.m. (5E) Tennessee vs. (4W) Arkansas, 7:30 p.m. (6W) LSU vs. (3E) Vanderbilt, 10 p.m. Friday’s quarterfinals (1W) Alabama vs. Auburn-Georgia winner, 1 p.m. (2E) Kentucky vs. S. Carolina-Mississippi winner, 3:30 p.m. (1E) Florida vs. Tennessee-Arkansas winner, 7:30 p.m. (2W) Mississippi State vs. LSU-Vanderbilt winner, 10 p.m. Saturday’s semifinals 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., ABC Sunday’s championship 1 p.m., ABC D-II Southeast Regional Saturday’s games (1) Augusta State vs. (8) UNC Pembroke (4) Queens vs. (5) Limestone (3) Georgia Southwestern vs. (6) Montevallo (2) Lincoln Memorial vs. (7) Anderson Sunday’s semifinals TBD Tuesday’s championship TBD D-II Atlantic Regional Saturday’s games (1) West Liberty vs. (8) Slippery Rock (4) Shaw vs. (5) Winston-Salem State (2) Indiana (Pa.) vs. (7) West Virginia Wesleyan (3) Bowie State vs. (6) Mansfield Sunday’s semifinals TBD Tuesday’s championship TBD

Scores TOURNAMENT Colonial Athletic Association Championship Old Dominion 70, VCU 65 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Championship St. Peter's 62, Iona 57 Southern Conference Championship Wofford 77, Coll. of Charleston 67 Summit League Semifinals Oakland, Mich. 110, S. Dakota St. 90 Oral Roberts 83, IUPUI 77 Sun Belt Conference Semifinals Ark.-Little Rock 65, Mid. Tennessee 56 North Texas 81, W. Kentucky 62 West Coast Conference Championship Gonzaga 75, Saint Mary's, Calif. 63

Notable boxes Gonzaga 75, St. Mary’s 63 GONZAGA (24-9) Sacre 2-7 8-10 12, Carter 4-10 3-3 11, Goodson 2-3 0-0 5, Harris 3-8 2-2 9, Gray 4-8 6-7 15, Stockton 3-5 0-0 7, Olynyk 1-1 0-0 2, Hart 1-1 2-2 4, Dower 5-8 0-2 10. Totals 25-51 21-26 75. SAINT MARY’S (24-8) Dellavedova 8-17 2-2 21, Holt 2-6 0-0 6, Jones 3-7 0-2 6, Williams 0-1 0-0 0, McConnell 5-12 13-15 24, Young 1-4 1-2 3, Steindl 1-2 0-0 3, Harris 0-0 0-0 0, Walker II 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 20-50 16-21 63. Halftime—Gonzaga 39-34. 3-Point Goals—Gonzaga 4-9 (Harris 1-1, Goodson 1-1, Stockton 1-2, Gray 1-3, Carter 0-2), Saint Mary’s 7-15 (Dellavedova 3-6, Holt 24, Steindl 1-2, McConnell 1-3). Fouled Out— Jones, Young. Rebounds—Gonzaga 35 (Sacre 8), Saint Mary’s 29 (Jones 9). Assists—Gonzaga 9 (Gray, Stockton 3), Saint Mary’s 7 (Dellavedova, McConnell 3). Total Fouls—Gonzaga 19, Saint Mary’s 23. Technical—Jones. A—7,186.

ODU 70, VCU 65 VCU (23-11) Rodriguez 3-11 0-2 8, Burgess 6-13 4-5 19, Skeen 6-12 5-8 18, Haley 1-3 0-0 2, Nixon 2-7 0-0 5, Reddic 0-0 0-2 0, Theus 00 0-0 0, Brandenberg 2-3 0-0 5, Veal 1-1 00 2, Rozzell 2-8 0-0 6. Totals 23-58 9-17 65. OLD DOMINION (27-6) James 1-4 4-6 6, Cooper 2-4 1-2 5, Hassell 8-9 6-7 22, Bazemore 5-7 3-11 14, Finney 2-7 1-2 6, Wright 0-0 0-0 0, Iliadis 35 2-2 10, De Lancey 0-0 0-0 0, Carter 3-5 00 7. Totals 24-41 17-30 70. Halftime—Old Dominion 39-26. 3-Point Goals—VCU 10-27 (Burgess 3-6, Rozzell 26, Rodriguez 2-7, Brandenberg 1-2, Nixon 13, Skeen 1-3), Old Dominion 5-11 (Iliadis 23, Carter 1-1, Bazemore 1-2, Finney 1-4, James 0-1). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds— VCU 23 (Burgess 8), Old Dominion 38 (Hassell 9). Assists—VCU 16 (Rodriguez 7), Old Dominion 14 (Bazemore 6). Total Fouls— VCU 24, Old Dominion 14. A—11,200.

Wofford 77, Coll. of Char. 67 WOFFORD (21-12) Johnson 4-5 1-1 9, Dahlman 7-15 6-6 20, Rundles 6-12 6-7 21, Diggs 6-13 5-6 17, Loesing 2-3 0-0 4, Parker 0-4 2-2 2, Giltner 0-1 0-0 0, Crowell 0-0 0-0 0, Martin 1-3 2-2 4. Totals 26-56 22-24 77. COLL. OF CHARLESTON (24-10) Wiggins 3-9 6-8 12, Wiedeman 1-1 4-6 6, Hall 1-3 0-0 2, Monroe 8-18 0-2 19, Goudelock 920 3-4 25, Lawrence 1-3 0-0 3, Carlton 0-1 00 0, Scott 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 23-55 13-20 67. Halftime—Coll. of Charleston 32-28. 3Point Goals—Wofford 3-8 (Rundles 3-5, Giltner 0-1, Parker 0-2), Coll. of Charleston 818 (Goudelock 4-8, Monroe 3-8, Lawrence 1-1, Wiggins 0-1). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—Wofford 35 (Dahlman 9), Coll. of Charleston 32 (Wiggins 8). Assists—Wofford 7 (Dahlman, Loesing, Rundles 2), Coll. of Charleston 8 (Wiggins 3). Total Fouls— Wofford 18, Coll. of Charleston 21. A—3,374.

Baseball Spring Training AMERICAN LEAGUE W L Pct Kansas City 7 3 .700 Detroit 8 4 .667 Minnesota 6 3 .667 Texas 6 4 .600 Baltimore 4 3 .571 Los Angeles 5 5 .500 Seattle 4 4 .500 Boston 4 5 .444 Cleveland 4 5 .444 New York 4 5 .444 Toronto 4 5 .444 Oakland 4 6 .400 Chicago 2 6 .250 Tampa Bay 2 7 .222 NATIONAL LEAGUE W L Pct San Francisco 9 3 .750 Atlanta 7 3 .700 St. Louis 6 3 .667 Washington 5 3 .625 Cincinnati 6 4 .600 Milwaukee 6 4 .600 Colorado 5 4 .556 Florida 4 4 .500 San Diego 4 4 .500 Philadelphia 5 6 .455 Pittsburgh 5 6 .455 New York 4 5 .444 Chicago 4 6 .400 Los Angeles 4 7 .364 Arizona 4 9 .308 Houston 2 8 .200 Monday’s Games St. Louis 10, Minnesota 4

Tampa Bay 4, Pittsburgh 2 Washington 14, Houston 9 Boston 6, Baltimore (ss) 5 Florida 4, Atlanta 3, 10 innings N.Y. Yankees (ss) 7, Philadelphia 1 Detroit 2, N.Y. Mets 1 White Sox (ss) 16, Cleveland 16, tie Seattle 6, Oakland 3 Milwaukee 15, Cincinnati 2 Chicago Cubs 14, L.A. Angels 13 Chicago White Sox (ss) 12, Arizona (ss) 1 Arizona (ss) 8, Kansas City (ss) 6 L.A. Dodgers 7, Colorado 1 Baltimore (ss) 0, N.Y. Yankees (ss) 0, tie Kansas City (ss) 11, San Diego 3 San Francisco 4, Texas 1 Tuesday’s Games Baltimore vs. Philadelphia at Clearwater, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Florida vs. Detroit at Lakeland, Fla., 1:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees vs. Atlanta at Kissimmee, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Pittsburgh vs. Minnesota at Fort Myers, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Toronto vs. Tampa Bay at Port Charlotte, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Boston (ss) vs. St. Louis at Jupiter, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Houston (ss) vs. Boston (ss) at Fort Myers, Fla., 1:05 p.m. N.Y. Mets (ss) vs. Houston (ss) at Kissimmee, Fla., 1:05 p.m. Washington vs. N.Y. Mets (ss) at Port St. Lucie, Fla., 1:10 p.m. Colorado (ss) vs. Chicago White Sox at Glendale, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. San Diego vs. Oakland at Phoenix, 3:05 p.m. Texas vs. L.A. Angels at Tempe, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. San Francisco vs. Seattle at Peoria, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. Cincinnati vs. Kansas City at Surprise, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. Arizona vs. Cleveland at Goodyear, Ariz., 3:05 p.m. L.A. Dodgers vs. Milwaukee at Phoenix, 3:05 p.m. Chicago Cubs vs. Colorado (ss) at Scottsdale, Ariz., 3:10 p.m.

NHL Standings EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Philadelphia 65 40 19 6 86 208 174 Pittsburgh 67 38 21 8 84 193 166 N.Y. Rangers 68 35 29 4 74 193 164 New Jersey 65 30 31 4 64 139 168 N.Y. Islanders67 25 32 10 60 184 213 Northeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Boston 65 38 19 8 84 199 152 Montreal 66 36 23 7 79 176 167 65 32 25 8 72 189 187 Buffalo Toronto 66 29 28 9 67 173 202 Ottawa 65 22 34 9 53 147 206 Southeast Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Washington 67 37 20 10 84 178 167 Tampa Bay 66 37 21 8 82 196 200 Carolina 66 31 26 9 71 191 201 66 27 28 11 65 184 214 Atlanta Florida 66 26 31 9 61 165 184 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Detroit 66 39 19 8 86 219 193 66 37 23 6 80 218 182 Chicago Nashville 66 33 24 9 75 167 156 Columbus 65 31 26 8 70 180 196 66 29 28 9 67 182 198 St. Louis Northwest Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Vancouver 67 42 16 9 93 216 155 68 35 24 9 79 207 193 Calgary Minnesota 66 34 25 7 75 171 174 Colorado 65 26 31 8 60 185 224 Edmonton 66 23 35 8 54 169 215 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA 66 38 22 6 82 185 167 San Jose Phoenix 67 34 23 10 78 191 194 Dallas 65 35 23 7 77 180 183 Los Angeles 65 36 25 4 76 180 159 Anaheim 66 35 26 5 75 182 193 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss. Monday’s Games Washington 2, Tampa Bay 1, SO St. Louis 5, Columbus 4, SO Dallas at Los Angeles, late Tuesday’s Games Ottawa at New Jersey, 7 p.m. Toronto at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m. Edmonton at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Buffalo at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Boston at Montreal, 7:30 p.m. Chicago at Florida, 7:30 p.m. Colorado at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Vancouver at Phoenix, 9 p.m. Nashville at San Jose, 10:30 p.m.

NBA Standings EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L Pct GB 46 15 .754 — x-Boston New York 33 29 .532 131⁄2 Philadelphia 32 30 .516 141⁄2 19 43 .306 271⁄2 New Jersey Toronto 17 46 .270 30 Southeast Division W L Pct GB Miami 43 20 .683 — 40 24 .625 31⁄2 Orlando Atlanta 37 26 .587 6 CHARLOTTE 26 37 .413 17 1 Washington 16 46 .258 26 ⁄2 Central Division W L Pct GB 44 18 .710 — Chicago Indiana 27 35 .435 17 Milwaukee 23 38 .377 201⁄2 23 41 .359 22 Detroit Cleveland 12 50 .194 32 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W L Pct GB 51 12 .810 — San Antonio Dallas 46 17 .730 5 New Orleans 37 29 .561 151⁄2 36 29 .554 16 Memphis Houston 33 32 .508 19 Northwest Division W L Pct GB .629 — Oklahoma City 39 23 Denver 37 27 .578 3 Portland 36 27 .571 31⁄2 Utah 33 31 .516 7 Minnesota 15 50 .231 251⁄2 Pacific Division W L Pct GB L.A. Lakers 45 19 .703 — Phoenix 32 29 .525 111⁄2 Golden State 27 35 .435 17 L.A. Clippers 24 40 .375 21 Sacramento 15 46 .246 281⁄2 x-clinched playoff spot Monday’s Games L.A. Clippers 92, CHARLOTTE 87 Portland 89, Orlando 85 New York 131, Utah 109 Chicago 85, New Orleans 77 Memphis 107, Oklahoma City 101 Dallas 108, Minnesota 105 Houston 123, Sacramento 101 Tuesday’s Games L.A. Lakers at Atlanta, 7 p.m. Golden State at Cleveland, 7 p.m. Philadelphia at Indiana, 7 p.m. Milwaukee at Washington, 7 p.m. Portland at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Houston at Phoenix, 9 p.m.

Notable box Clippers 92, Bobcats 87 L.A. CLIPPERS (92) Gomes 3-7 0-0 8, Griffin 5-11 7-8 17, Jordan 0-0 0-2 0, Williams 5-15 6-8 17, Foye 3-11 2-2 10, Kaman 6-13 4-4 16, Aminu 14 0-0 2, Bledsoe 5-8 1-2 13, Moon 1-1 0-0 2, Smith 2-4 3-3 7. Totals 31-74 23-29 92. CHARLOTTE (87) McGuire 1-4 0-2 2, Diaw 8-13 1-2 19, Brown 3-6 1-4 7, Augustin 4-16 3-4 13, Henderson 10-18 0-0 20, White 3-9 3-4 9, Przybilla 0-1 0-0 0, Livingston 6-11 5-6 17, Carroll 0-0 0-0 0, Najera 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 3578 13-22 87. L.A. Clippers 27 22 22 21 — 92 Charlotte 26 21 20 20 — 87 3-Point Goals—L.A. Clippers 7-18 (Bledsoe 2-2, Gomes 2-5, Foye 2-5, Williams 13, Aminu 0-3), Charlotte 4-9 (Diaw 2-2, Augustin 2-7). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—L.A. Clippers 54 (Griffin 15), Charlotte 47 (Diaw 8). Assists—L.A. Clippers 18 (Williams 7), Charlotte 22 (Diaw 8). Total Fouls—L.A. Clippers 19, Charlotte 18. Technicals—Gomes, Jordan. A—16,438 (19,077).

Sands hits 3-run shot From wire and staff reports

match at Corbin Hills. Jesse Pinkston (45), Kyle Collins (48), Rafe Harrison (59) and Scottie Loflin (61) were the scorers for the Cavaliers. Leading South were Evan Neas (40), Hunter Chapman (46), Josh Lowder (48), Luke Rary (50) and C.T. Welch (50). Jake Hartman shot 36 to pace the Green Dragons, and Jesse Curry fired a 39.  Salisbury shot 140 and easily won a golf match at Fox Den on Monday against North Lincoln (158), Lincolnton (188) and South Iredell (191). Roy Dixon, Eric Edwards, Alex Lee and Troy Beaver all fired 35s for the Hornets. Joseph Rusher shot 38, and Alex Nianouris carded a 40. North Lincoln’s Sam Lawing shot 38.

Jerry Sands (Catawba) hit a threerun homer in the seventh inning for the Los Angeles Dodgers in a 7-1 win against the Colorado Rockies on Monday, but he was more excited about pounding a 410-foot triple. “When I get going, I can run a little better than people assume,” the 6foot-4, 220-pounder told the L.A. Times. A non-roster invitee, Sands, 23, still isn’t expected to make the team out of Spring Training, but he’s hitting .462, has been the Dodgers’ hottest bat this spring, and is making a case for an early-season callup. Sands was third in the minor leagues last season with 35 homers. He has two this spring. “Sands is legit,” Dodgers manager Don Mattingly said. “He’s only going to keep getting better.”  Local golf  Bobby Parnell (East Rowan) Anthony Baker and Steve Mabry pitched a scoreless ninth inning on Monday, but the New York Mets lost shot 125 for two rounds and held off Blake Wray and Roy Dixon by two to the Detroit Tigers 7-1. strokes to claim the Two-Man Mulligan title at Warrior.  Prep baseball Jason Meadows and Ronnie Salisbury fell 10-6 to Concord on Mangum shot 131 to win the first Monday afternoon in a game that was flight. See Scoreboard for complete moved to Salisbury’s Robertson Sta- results.  Thirty-eight GARS members dium because of wet field conditions played a Captain’s Choice tournament at Concord. Concord (3-0) took advantage of 10 at Corbin Hills on Monday. Buddy Barger, Bobby Bryant, walks, a hit batsman and three errors. Salisbury (1-1) pieced together Doug Lingle and Clive Mahaffey shot five hits and three walks for its runs. minus-9 to win the event. Three teams shot minus-7, and “We’re trying to find a couple of pitchers to go with our No.1 and No. three more shot minus-6. Cliff Cutrell made the longest putt 2 guys, but we have a ways to go,” Salisbury coach Scott Maddox said. “At on No. 9. no level can you put 14 men on base without them getting a hit and expect  All-YVC to compete — much less win.” North Rowan’s Simon Connolly, Brian Bauk and Nolan Meyerhoeffer led Salisbury’s offense with two Damon Ellis, Tyler Powers, Brandon Lemmon, A.J. Chambers, Thomas hits apiece. Meyerhoeffer took the mound loss. Fowler, Garland Archie and Will See Wednesday’s edition for the Robertson made the All-YVC wrestling team. boxscore.  Davie County stayed unbeaten Chatham Central’s Shelton Sales with a 9-1 win against Guilford Coun- was named YVC Wrestler of the Year. ty’s Oak Ridge Military on Monday. North Rowan’s Tim Pittman was Davie scored eight runs in the first runner-up for coach of the year hontwo innings. ors to Chatham Central’s Joe Little.  North Rowan’s Teaunna CuthDavie junior Corey Randall allowed one hit in six innings, and that bertson and Tiffany Brown made the was an infield hit. Randall walked All-YVC girls basketball team. Other team members are Albefive, but he fanned seven. Jacob Barber and Joe Watson marle’s Paige McConlogue and Akela knocked in two runs apiece for the Branch; Chatham Central’s Sienna War Eagles. Watson, Randall and Courie and Elizabeth Little; East Montgomery’s Brandy Rush and DeAlex Newman had two hits each. Newman, who is headed to Gard- lana Hinson; North Moore’s Coco ner-Webb, swiped three bases, while Brower, Katelyn Sheffield and Ryan Foster and Carson Herndon pil- Tashonna Farmer; South Davidson’s Larsen Sigmon, Hunter Sigmon and fered two bags apiece. There’s been a time change for Abbie Hedrick; South Stanly’s Allison Davie’s game against East Rowan on Greene, and West Montgomery’s LaWednesday. The teams will play a toya Cuthrell. McConlogue was named YVC jayvee-varsity doubleheader at Rich Park. The varsity game should start Player of the Year, with Brower runner-up. at approximately 7 p.m.  West Davidson shelled High North Moore’s Sammy McNeill Point Andrews 22-4 on Monday. was named YVC Coach of the Year.  North Rowan’s Jesse Pinkston, Tyler Hudson drove in seven runs, while Colby Bessette knocked in four. Mason Jennings and Dusty Agner and Tyler Redd was the winning pitcher. Gray Stone’s Richard Griffin, Alexander Bernal and Patrick Snyder were on the All-YVC boys swim Prep soccer ming team. All-YVC girls swimmers Salisbury’s girls soccer team bat- included Gray Stone’s Brittany Allyn, tled to a 1-1 draw with Statesville on Jessica Roy and Jordan Seabolt. Monday night. Salisbury is ranked 12th in 2A,  Raquetball champ while the Greyhounds (1-0-1) are Salisbury’s Dave Hibbard took ranked ninth in 3A. Karen Presnell scored the Salis- home two state titles in the North Carbury goal. Susannah Dixon’s cross ini- olina Racquetball Tournament held tiated the scoring play, and Katie in Greenville over the weekend. Hibbard captured the men’s Elite Washington redirected the ball to Division by beating Chengcheng Li Presnell, who beat the keeper. Presnell has scored nine of Salis- of Greenville 8-15, 15-8, 11-6 (tiebreaker) in the final. bury’s 11 goals this season. Hibbart also captured the men’s Sierra Davis had a big effort in goal for the Hornets. Coach Matt Par- 45 Open Division by defeating Currish credited her with making a half- rituck’s Richard Sampson 15-10, 1513 in the final. dozen outstanding saves. “The tie doesn’t leave the best taste in the girls’ mouths, but I’m hap-  7th-grade hoops py,” Parrish said. “We’ve played North Rowan’s girls rolled past West Rowan and Statesville, probably the best teams in their 3A league. Erwin 43-16 on Monday. The MaverWe pulled one out against West and icks (9-4) dominated the second half. Special Washington led the windrew with Statesville. These games will make us battle-tested for confer- ners with 21 points. Destiny Robinson scored all 10 of her points after ence and the playoffs. Salisbury (3-0-1) is at Albemarle halftime. Jordan Morrison added six points. Zykeria Tucker and Morrison (0-3) on Thursday.  North Rowan beat South David- led North’s rebounding. son 7-1 in a YVC game. Jade Lomax Shenell Pharr led Erwin (10-3) with and Meredith Sokolowski scored six points. Brittany Small added five three goals each, and Daisy Lemke points and nine rebounds. Shenique had one. Pharr grabbed seven boards.  North Rowan’s boys (10-3) held off upset-minded Erwin and took a 47 Prep basketball 44 victory. The Mavericks were led North Rowan and Salisbury are by Josh Handy and Bravon Goodlett pre-selling tickets at the schools for with 12 and 10 points, respectively. Saturday’s basketball state champi- Maddox McCloud and Xavier Partee onship games. added nine and eight, respectively. The cost is $9. The cost at the door Logan Shuping had 14 points for will be $10. Erwin (3-10). Cody Meadows scored North Rowan fans should enjoy 13 points, and Austin Love had 10.  West Rowan’s boys beat Corrifree parking for the game at Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh. Salis- her-Lipe 33-25. Both teams were missbury fans can expect a $5 parking ing key players. Devon Morrison had charge at Chapel Hill’s Smith Center. 16, five blocks and 10 rebounds for the Bulldogs (10-3). Alejandro Roldan made five steals. von. Daniel Day  Prep tennis scored five points. Dearius Phillips West Rowan’s unbeaten tennis pulled down eight rebounds, and team rolled to a 9-0 NPC victory Joshua Lindsey grabbed seven. against West Iredell on Monday. Brandon Egnor scored 11 points See Scoreboard for results. for the Yellow Jackets.  China Grove’s boys beat Mooresville 54-35. Michael Morrison  Prep golf led the Red Devils with 21 points. North Rowan shot 213 and was Ryan Bearden added seven, with third behind West Davidson (161) and Colton Sims and Austin Corriher conSouth Rowan (184) in a recent golf tributing five each.

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CHARLOTTE — Winning on the road is a rare thing for the Los Angeles Clippers. Winning anywhere without top scorer Eric Gordon is unusual. You wouldn’t have known they accomplished both feats Monday night by listening to coach Vinny Del Negro. Behind 17 points and 15 rebounds from Blake Griffin and impressive contributions from the bench, the Clippers overcame a sluggish start for a rare 92-87 road victory over the undermanned and slumping Charlotte Bobcats. With Gordon sidelined indefinitely with more wrist problems, the Clippers got 17 points from Mo Williams, and 16 points and 10 rebounds off the bench from Chris Kaman in their third straight victory. The Clippers improved to 6-25 on the road and 5-16 when they play without Gordon. “We’ll take the win on the road, but we have to have a tougher mentality on the road,” said Del Negro, particularly annoyed by his team’s play in the first half. “We seem to have it more at home. But we need everybody to play at a high level and

not worry about minutes and statistics and who has the ball.” Gerald Henderson scored 20 points and Boris Diaw added 15 of his 19 points in the first half for the Bobcats, who have dropped a season-high five straight. Charlotte fell to 1-5 since trading Gerald Wallace to Portland and lost its second straight since Stephen Jackson was sidelined with a strained hamstring. “We were close, but anytime you take the best player out of your lineup, you’re going to suffer,” Charlotte coach Paul Silas said. “We tried hard. We just didn’t have enough.” Eric Bledsoe hit two 3-pointers and Randy Foye added another in a 15-4 run to give the Clippers a 74-67 lead early in the fourth quarter. The Bobcats, struggling to find consistent scoring, got within 89-85 before Bledsoe hit one of two free throws with 18.2 seconds to close it out. “We’ve got to come up with some baskets in crunch time,” said Henderson, who had his third 20-point game of the season. There’s little margin for error with the Bobcats these days after owner Michael Jordan traded the former All-Star Wallace for two first-round draft picks.

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FroM 1B tangled in his fender out of his stall as he sped off — brought a damaging penalty. He went from the lead to 24th place. He drove his way back to 16th and needed a two-tire decision by crew chief Darian Grubb on the next caution to reclaim the lead. But there was one more pit stop, and that tire strategy meant he’d have to change all four the next time. Only the entire field had watched him pull away with just the two tires, and most every crew chief now planned to copy that strategy. That final four-tire stop was a long one. But because so many others took two, Stewart found himself behind Carl Edwards and Juan Pablo Montoya on the final run. Stewart could only catch Montoya and settled for second. He was, as expected, hot on his team radio, and warned of an immediate discussion how they’d just given away a race for a second straight week. But he bottled that anger when he climbed from his car, and all the public saw was a disappointed driver dealing with his third loss in three weeks. “It kills me to throw a race away like that,” he said. “When the emotion dies down, we’ll look back and say it was a great weekend, but man, it does not sit good right now.” And that was about it. There was no explosion, no belittling of reporters’ questions and no need to tiptoe around either driver. So what’s happened to NASCAR’s two firecrackers? And, more important, will it last? For Busch, the answer could simply be that he’s growing up. He got married during the offseason, which perhaps gave him some serenity. He’s also settling into his second year of owning a Truck Series

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Kyle Busch’s car is pushed into a garage on sunday. team, and last year’s rocky first season taught him how to deal with sponsorship issues, financial problems and a new level of responsibility. But he’s also finally aware of the popular opinion that the only thing that’s prevented Busch from winning a Sprint Cup title is Busch. All those outbursts on his team radio, all that on-track bumping and banging with competitors, and all those times he lost focus in the race car really only hurt one person — Busch. It seems as if the light is finally on, and Busch is trying his hardest not to be his own worst enemy anymore.

Stewart’s not as simple. He was always able to succeed despite himself, relying on his immense talent to overcome his outbursts and moodiness. But it’s been five years since his last championship, and the wins are far harder to come by at this stage of his career. His many business ventures have made him a team owner, track operator, race promoter and just about everything else involved in professional racing, and that’s created a desire to keep things smooth and stable. Stewart now sees that life is much easier when he’s not making it hard on everyone

around him. Plus, he turns 40 this year and is aware of the impending milestone. Still single, he longs to have children and create his version of the perfect family. He’s tired of riding that roller coaster — charming and funny one minute, brooding and mean the next — and understands he’s the only one who can change that. It’s far too early in the season to declare either driver a truly changed man, but both are certainly trying. And while everyone may miss their entertaining explosions, both will likely find their new approach will make life easier both on and off the track.

Associated Press From around the NBA... NEW YORK — Carmelo Anthony scored 34 points, Amare Stoudemire added 31, and the New York Knicks showed how dangerous they can be when their superstars are rolling, beating the Utah Jazz 131-109 on Monday night. Anthony and Stoudemire combined to make 24 of 31 shots, then were on the bench for the entire final period. Stoudemire departed long before the third even ended, shooting 12-of-15 in just 24 minutes, and Anthony soon joined him after his first 30point game with the Knicks. Toney Douglas had 20 points in a strong start in place of the injured Chauncey Billups as the Knicks moved a game ahead of Philadelphia for sixth place in the Eastern Conference. New York shot 56 percent from the field in its highest-scoring effort of the season. Al Jefferson scored a season-high 36 points and grabbed 12 rebounds for the Jazz, who opened an important four-game road trip by losing for the ninth time in 11 games. Trail Blazers 89, Magic 85 ORLANDO, Fla. — LaMarcus Aldridge scored 24 points, Andre Miller added 15 and the Portland Trail Blazers held on to beat the Orlando Magic, who were without the suspended Dwight Howard. Portland won its third straight, and 10th in 13 games. The Blazers also swept the two-game season series with Orlando. Orlando lost its second consecutive game and dropped to 1-2 this season without Howard, who sat out while serving a one-game suspen-

sion after picking up his 16th technical foul Friday. Bulls 85, Hornets 77 CHICAGO — Derrick Rose scored 24 points, and the Chicago Bulls beat New Orleans with Hornets star Chris Paul sidelined by a concussion. The four-time All-Star watched from the sideline after colliding with Cleveland’s Ramon Sessions in Sunday’s win and remains day to day. Without him, the Hornets put up a fight against the Central division leaders but were shut out over the final 3:15. Coming off wins at Orlando and Miami, the Bulls couldn’t exhale until Rose hit two free throws with 35 seconds remaining. That made it 83-77 and sent them to their 10th win in 12 games. Grizzlies 107, Thunder 101 MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mike Conley and Tony Allen each scored 20 points, and Marc Gasol added 18 as the Memphis Grizzlies withstood a second-half rally and defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder. Zach Randolph added 17 points for Memphis, including four free throws in the closing seconds, as the Grizzlies maintained their hold on the eighth playoff spot in the Western Conference. Mavs 108, Timberwolves 105 MINNEAPOLIS — Dirk Nowitzki overcame foul trouble to score 25 points in 27 minutes, helping the Dallas Mavericks outlast the Minnesota Timberwolves. Nowitzki picked up his fourth foul early in the third quarter, and Brian Cardinal stepped in to score a seasonhigh 12 points for the Mavericks in their 19th win in 21 games.

NFL negotiations resume Associated Press WASHINGTON — Trying to work their way to a new labor deal, Commissioner Roger Goodell and NFL Players Association head DeMaurice Smith resumed negotiations for four hours Monday. With both sides adhering to mediator George Cohen’s admonition that they not discuss the talks publicly, it wasn’t clear how much — if any — progress was made in the shorter-than-usual session. The only sure thing: The sides planned to meet again Tuesday. The current collective bargaining agreement originally was set to expire last week, but two extensions have now pushed the cutoff to the end of Friday. After months of infrequent formal negotiations and plenty of acrimony, the sides have spent 12 days at the AssociAted Press Federal Mediation ConciliaPittsburgh steelers quarterback charlie Batch walks into labor negotiations in Washington on tion Service, but they still remain apart on key economic Monday.

issues. What will happen the rest of this week is still anyone’s guess. If a deal isn’t reached, the sides could agree to yet another extension and negotiate beyond Friday. Or talks could break off, leading to, possibly, a lockout by owners or antitrust lawsuits by players. The NFL has not lost games to a work stoppage in nearly a quarter-century, and by agreeing to continue with mediation, the league and union made it clear neither was quite ready to make the drastic move of shutting down a sport that rakes in more than $9 billion a year in revenues and is more popular than ever. The past two Super Bowls rank No. 1 and No. 2 among most-watched TV programs in U.S. history. The old CBA was agreed to in 2006, and owners exercised an opt-out clause in 2008, leading to the current stalemate. Money, not surprisingly, is

at the center of it all. One person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press last week that the NFLPA has not agreed to any major economic concessions — and that the NFL has not agreed to the union’s long-held demand that the league completely open its books and share all financial information. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because Cohen insists that everyone involved stay mum about the substance of the talks. The key issues have been: —How to divide revenues, including what cut team owners should get up front to help cover costs such as stadium construction and improvement. Under the old deal, owners received about $1 billion off the top. They entered these negotiations seeking to add another $1 billion to it. —A rookie wage scale, and where money saved by teams under that system would go.

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Yankees pitcher sergio Mitre throws in the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles on Monday. following his lone inning in his spring debut and third baseman Ramirez took offense, leading to a confrontation. Mariners 6, Athletics 3 PHOENIX — Seattle ace Felix Hernandez shook off a line drive that just missed hitting him in the head, striking out three over 2 2-3 innings in his spring debut. Marlins 4, Braves 3 (10 inn.) JUPITER, Fla. — Josh Johnson allowed one run in 3 2-3 innings, and Florida went on to get the victory. Indians 16, White Sox (ss) 16 (9 inn.) GLENDALE, Ariz. — Alex Rios of the White Sox and Luis Valbuena of the Indians each homered twice and drove in five runs as Cleveland and a Chicago split-squad played to a tie.6 lead. Yankees (ss) 7, Phillies 1 TAMPA, Fla. — A.J. Burnett threw three perfect innings in his second spring training start, leading the Yankees split-squad to the victory. Burnett, who went 10-15 with a 5.26 ERA during his rough 2010 season, had one strikeout — Ryan Howard swinging in the second — during a 45-pitch outing that included 30 strikes. Red Sox 6, Orioles (ss) 5 FORT MYERS, Fla.— John Lackey limited Baltimore to one hit in four scoreless innings, and Boston won in the bottom of the ninth when Yamaico Navarro hit an RBI single with two outs. Lackey threw 29 of his 39 pitches for strikes, then went to the bullpen for 16 more pitches. It was a very different day for Baltimore starter Chris Tillman, who yielded three runs and four hits in the first inning — including RBI singles by Kevin Youkilis and J.D. Drew — then retired the

Paul sits out no serious damage, but it’s uncertain when he’ll be able CHICAGO — New Orleans to play again. star Chris Paul sat out MonNCAA FOOTBALL day’s game against the ChicaYahoo! Sports is reportgo Bulls and is day to day while he recovers from a con- ing Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel was informed cussion. Coach Monty Williams said that some of his players had the four-time All-Star “looked sold memorabilia to the a lot better than he did sitting owner of a tattoo parlor on that floor” Sunday night in more than eight months beCleveland, when he collided fore the school said it was with Cavaliers guard Ramon made aware of improper Sessions, but the Hornets transactions. The website, citing an won’t rush him back. They next play Dallas on unidentified source, reports Wednesday. Paul was at the Tressel received informaarena Monday but did not tion as early as April 2010 make himself available for that players were selling comment before the game. items to Edward Rife, who Jarrett Jack started in his owns Fine Line Ink Tattoos in Columbus place. Paul was injured in the NHL third quarter against the CavTAMPA, Fla. — Alex aliers, when he lost the ball driving into the lane and hit Ovechkin assisted on Washhis forehead on Sessions’ ington’s only goal in regularight shoulder. Paul stayed on tion, then scored in the the floor as trainers from both opening round of the shootout to give the firstteams attended to him. • CHARLOTTE — Los An- place Capitals a 2-1 victory geles Clippers coach Vinny over the slumping Tampa Del Negro is “optimistic” top Bay Lightning on Monday scorer Eric Gordon will re- night. Blues 5, Blue Jackets 4, SO turn this season after he agST. LOUIS — Andy Mcgravated a right wrist injury over the weekend that will Donald scored two goals and added another in a shootout keep him out indefinitely. Del Negro said before in St. Louis’ victory over Monday’s game against Char- Columbus. Ben Bishop allowed one lotte to open an East Coast swing that Gordon will likely goal on 20 shots after relievremain in Los Angeles for the ing Ty Conklin midway duration of the five-game trip. through the first period with Del Negro said tests revealed St. Louis trailing 3-1. Assoociated Press

side in order in the second and third. Rays 4, Pirates 2 BRADENTON, Fla. — David Price pitched four innings for Tampa Bay, and B.J. Upton drove in a run and scored. Price allowed one run and three hits in Tampa Bay’s first victory since beating the Pirates in its spring opener on Feb. 26. Matt Bush, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2004 draft and a converted shortstop, worked the ninth for the save. Tigers 2, Mets 1 PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Victor Martinez had two runscoring groundouts off R.A. Dickey and Brad Penny pitched into the fourth inning for Detroit. Dickey gave up four hits in four innings in his second start for New York. He threw 47 pitches, then headed to the bullpen down the third-base line for a simulated inning to raise his count to 75. Penny is coming back from an injury to the back of his shoulder that limited him to nine starts for St. Louis last year. He gave up three hits and struck out four in 3 1-3 innings. Dodgers 7, Rockies 1 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.— Ubaldo Jimenez showed no ill effects from an infected thumb that pushed back his start a few days, pitching three scoreless innings for Colorado. Jimenez gave up a hit and walked one in his first appearance since Feb. 26. Brewers 15, Reds 2 GOODYEAR, Ariz. — Brandon Boggs homered off Reds starter Homer Bailey and drove in four runs, leading the Brewers to the rout. Milwaukee piled up 25 hits and roughed up Bailey, who is trying to win one of two openings in Cincinnati’s rotation. He left in the third inning after giving up three consecutive hits with two down. Yankees (ss) 0, Orioles (ss) 0 SARASOTA, Fla. — Sergio Mitre pitched three innings in his first start of the spring as New York and Baltimore played to a scoreless tie. The game was called after nine innings. Mitre, competing for one of the Yankees’ two final rotation spots, allowed three hits and struck out three. For the second straight day, New York brought its starting infield to a road game. Derek Jeter, Robinson Cano, Mark Teixeira and Alex Rodriguez were a combined 2 for 11.

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Wofford wins So. Conference Associated Press From around college hoops... CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Cameron Rundles scored 21 points to send Wofford to a second straight NCAA tournament berth with a 7767 victory over College of Charleston in the Southern Conference tournament championship Monday night. Wofford (21-12) lost both regular season games to the Cougars. But the Terriers won their eighth straight game in part because they were perfect at the free throw line until the final minute, hitting their first 20 shots. Charleston (24-10) missed its first NCAA berth since 1999 and coach Bobby Cremins’ first since he last took Georgia Tech to the NCAA regional semifinals in 1996. Gonzaga 75, St. Mary’s 63 LAS VEGAS — Robert Sacre scored 12 points, including a dunk and six late free throws and Gonzaga beat Saint Mary’s 75-63 Monday night to win the West Coast Conference tourna-

ment for the second time in three years. Gonzaga (24-9) received an automatic bid into the NCAA tournament for its 13th straight appearance. Saint Mary’s (24-8) will have to hope for an at-large berth. Steven Gray led Gonzaga with 15 points and Dower had 10. Sacre had four blocks and eight rebounds. Old Dominion 70, VCU 65 RICHMOND, Va. — Old Dominion showed plenty of tournament experience and mettle in taking control early and building an 18-point lead against Virginia Commonwealth University in the Colonial Athletic Association championship. That composure helped even more when the Monarchs withstood a furious rally by the Rams that made it a one-point game late in the second half. Frank Hassell scored 22 points and Old Dominion relied used one of its most trusted weapons — the offensive rebound — to fend off the Rams on Monday night and defend its CAA tournament title with a 70-65 victory.

toward left field that Nesbitt chased and got a glove on. The ball changed course, ricocheted to deep left field, and allowed Jacobs to make it to third base. North still couldn’t score, however. White whiffed the next two hitters, and East got the third out on a rundown after a failed squeeze. “We made some mistakes today, but we’ve got a lot of potential,” Shuping said. “If we shore up a few things, we can have the best softball team North’s had a in a long time.” Waddell didn’t argue. “They helped us out some with errors today, but North is very good,” Waddell said. “When you’ve got a pitcher like they have, you’ve got a chance to do some things.”

got tired of paying $70 to have it done,” she said with a laugh. ... Waddell said Kirk (2-for-4, two runs) had great at-bats. “She really battled with two strikes,” he said. ... North can be a playoff team in the YVC, but it’s a strong 1A league with traditional powers Chatham Central, South Stanly and North Moore. ... East is shooting for its fourth straight NPC title. ... The boxscore is in Scoreboard.

pitcher and a senior captain (Kristin Harmon) catching who is very good,” North coach Jeff Shuping said. “We just need to be more aggressive at the plate with two strikes and more aggressive charging balls in the outfield.” The backbreaking play for North was a third-inning wild pitch. Jesse Rummage breezed home from third to make it 2-0, and Nesbitt, who was on second base, came flying home right behind her when Harmon’s throw sailed past Jacobs, who was trying to cover the plate. “We were able to get them rattled a little bit us ing our speed,” Waddell NOTES: White looks differsaid. “That ball trickled about 10 feet from the plate, ent, with dark locks replacing and we got two runs on it.” the blonde hairdo she’s sportA bloop double by Sides ed the last three seasons. “I and infield hits by Nesbitt and Kayla Kirk produced two more East runs in the fourth. Sides and Nesbitt singled home runs in the fifth, and East got ringing doubles from Nesbitt and White as it tacked on four more in the seventh. White struck out two Cavs in every inning — except the fourth when she 704-788-3217 fanned three. White limited North to three hits. The first two were opposite-field singles by Taylor Sells and Jennifer Oakley. • Patio Covers • Sunrooms North’s third hit came when Jacobs led off the Just Us sixth with a sharp grounder

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in a good position right now, in the Eastern Conference and in the whole league,” James said. “We get a win, we’ll be all right.” James was saying the other day that he’d rather get blown out in a game than lose at the buzzer, and at this point, it’s easy to see why he thinks that way. The Heat have lost 11 games already this season in which they had a chance to take the lead or tie the score in the final 12 seconds of regulation or overtime. The team is shooting 1 for 19 in those situations, and the one make — a dunk by James against Memphis way back in November to tie the game — came in a game the Heat lost on a Rudy Gay jumper as time expired. James is 1 for 8 in those situations. Wade is 0 for 3, as is Mike Miller. Eddie House and Mario Chalmers are 0 for 2. Bosh is 0 for 1. “Growing pains,” Wade said. That wasn’t a case of selfloathing from Wade when he sarcastically said Sunday that “the world is better now that the Heat is losing.” This team has known from the very beginning that opponents would get up for them and they would be booed in every road arena in which they play. Bulls forward Joakim Noah says the contempt for Miami may cut even more deeply. He relayed a story about walking on Miami Beach Saturday, getting recognized by some fans who had a message. “I was pretty amazed ... so many people saying ‘Beat the Heat’ in their own hometown,” Noah said. “In Chicago, I don’t think that happens.” What Spoelstra dubbed “Crygate” was the talk in the New York locker room Sunday night after the Knicks beat Atlanta. And on Monday, former Heat coach Stan Van Gundy weighed in on the state of Miami during his morning availability with reporters in Orlando. “My suggestion would be if you don’t want the scrutiny,” the Magic coach was saying, “you don’t hold a championship celebration before you even practice together. ... I think the players thought it was going to be easy and they were going to roll over everybody. It hasn’t materialized that way.” For the record, the Heat say they accept the scrutiny. “I find it kind of humorous,” Spoelstra said. James said he feels the same way, at times. Go back to what the NBA’s two-time reigning MVP said when asked on July 9 — the night of their rock-star-esque welcoming ceremony at the Heat home arena — which one of the he, Wade and Bosh trilogy would be taking the last shots at the end of games. “One game or one possession,” James said that night, “is not going to define who we are.” True. A defining moment, however, is coming. And at this point, the Heat can’t feel great about their chances when it arrives.

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salisburypost.com/blogs/gametime/ Why are sports important? That’s a very good question, and one that you can get a wide variety of answers to. Of course, the obvious answer is that sports help provide us with the exercise that we all need to be healthy. Now, I realize what I’m about to say, some of you will disagree with, and I get the other side of it. But when I say sports, I am not talking about going for a jog, aerobics classes or anything like that. Although those types of activities are good for you, I am talking about sports that require you to be competitive. Competitive sports, be it a team sport or an individual sport, provide us with much more than physical exercise. I will quote General Douglas MacArthur: “Competitive sports keeps alive in all of us a spirit of vitality and enterprise. It teaches the strong to know when they are weak, and the brave to face themselves when they are afraid. It teaches us to be proud and unbending in defeat, yet humble and gentle in victory. It teaches us to master ourselves before we attempt to master others. It teaches us to learn to laugh, yet never forget how to weep. It gives a predominance of courage over timidity.” If you have ever played a competitive sport and don’t understand this quote, then you must have slept through the entire experience. Sports aren’t for everybody, and I recognize that, but I truly believe the things you get from competitive sports give you a big advantage in other aspects of your life. There are so many situations in sports that emulate life, it is almost impossible not to be able to apply those situations to something outside of sports. For example, shooting free throws with the game on the line to me equates to meeting a last minute deadline given to you by your boss. Coming together as a team and fighting through the long practices to achieve your goal of winning games has the same ring to it as a group project at work. And as anyone who has ever played a team sport can attest to, the good old fashion butt-chewings a coach can give has to help when you get one of those bosses who thinks intimidation is the right way to lead. Team sports also teach you about how to deal with disappointment, adversity, empathy and compassion, among other things. If you haven’t experienced all of these at some point in your life stop reading this immediately, go to the emergency room and make sure you still have a pulse. Are there other ways in life to experience these emotions? Certainly. But there aren’t a lot of places where you get to do it in front of hundreds to thousands of fans, or where in your most venerable moment your peers are right there to see it all, good and bad. I have always thought one of the hardest things for a young person to do was try out for a team where the players that aren’t good enough get cut. Laying it all out there, and then having someone say thanks but you just aren’t good enough. Wow. Talk about a self-esteem blow. You have to tip your hat to a person who is willing to take that risk. I know we can all identify with this one, the co-worker you really have a disdain for but have to work with everyday. The same concept applies in sports. You would be surprised how many players don’t like each other personally but are forced to put those feelings aside to achieve the team goal of winning. Think that doesn’t take some doing for a high school student? Learn that skill when you are young, and you can save yourself some serious headaches later on. When talk starts of doing away with school sports to save money or you think your kid should focus on just academics, think about the big picture. In reality, the playing field is an extension of the classroom; a place where you learn about life.

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The Sacred Heart Lady Dolphins (23-5) defeated Covenant Christian 44-25 to win the 10 team CCISAA Championship and finish their league season undefeated. The Dolphins had beaten First Assembly 35-29 in the semifinals. Erin Ansbro was named tournament MVP after scoring 15 points in the semifinals and 19 in the final. Fellow All-Tournament players India Biggus, 10 points, and Meghan Hedgepeth, five points in each game contributed to the team’s success throughout the season. Kate Sullivan had nine points against First Assembly and Caroline Parrott had eight rebounds in each game. Sullivan aslo had five steals. Kaytee Leonguerrero had seven rebounds in the championship. Other members of the team are Kate Gannon, Annie Habeeb, Breya Philpot, Payton Russell and Sara Bess Hallett. The Dolphins are coached by Toni Barrios and Laney Gokey. The Dolphin Cheerleaders also won first place in the CCISAA Cheer Competition, held as part of the league tournament activities. All tournament cheerleaders were Maria Strobel, Julia Honeycutt, and Autumn Laughter. They are coached by Valerie Habeeb, Robin Fisher and Isle Cardelle. The boys’ team (14-15) was defeated in the semifinals by the eventual winner, First Assembly (52-37). Joseph Harrison and Christian Hester had eight points each, Max Fisher seven, Chili Chilton six, and Reilly Gokey five. The boy Dolphins lost a nine point half time lead in the consolation game and fell 41-29 to St. John’s. Harrison had 10 points, Fisher six, and Hester five and 13 rebounds. Harrison and Hester were named to the All-Tournament teams. The Sacred Heart Dolphins also received the 2010-2011 CCISAA Sportsmanship Trophy, which is voted on by all of the coaches and schools within the CCISAA conference.

Salisbury Academy girls win CCISAA Junior Varsity Tournament The Salisbury Academy JV girls defeated Hickory Christian Academy 14-8 to capture the CCISAA championship at the Boyd Dolphin Tank. All-tournament player Jenny Kribbs led the Jaguars with six points. Julianna Anderson had four. Maria Capito and Samantha Pritchard also scored. Ruth Clement captured 10 rebounds. The Lady Jags defeated Sacred Heart in the semifinal 11-8. Clement and Capito had four points each and Kribbs had a basket in that game. Dolphins Anne Marie Metz, Maria Strobel, Gillian Morris, Julia Honeycutt and Dakotah Insley all scored in the loss. The Dolphins came back to defeat Concordia for third place 24-23. Honeycutt led Sacred Heart with seven points and was named to the All Tournament team. Morris had six points, Strobel five and Insley four in a close game. Salisbury Academy hosted the JV boys’ games, and Sacred Heart lost in the championship game to Hickory Christian 28-18. Michael Childress had nine points, Brian Reid four points and five rebounds. Justin Boyd had six steals while James had five rebounds. James was named to the All

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Salisbury Academy eventually lost to Hickory. Marcus Corry had 21 points and Carter Cook 11 in the loss. The Jaguars bounced back to finish third by winning the consolation game over Concordia 37-34. Corry again had 21 points and Cook 14 for the victors. Corry was their All

Tournament player. Other members of the team are Drew Shelby, Ben Coulter, Logan Hunter, Stephen Anderson and Adam Drye. SA Athletic Director and CCISAA President Daniel Bayer is grateful for the communities’ support of the tournament.

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cincinnati coach Mick cronin argues a call with a referee during a recent game.

Bearcats are surging Associated Press CINCINNATI — Power forward Yancy Gates was feuding with the coach and hardly getting onto the court. Cincinnati appeared headed for another late-season meltdown that would keep it out of the NCAA tournament again. But everything changed in a six-game span. The Bearcats (24-7, 11-7 Big East) have won five of their last six, knocking off Louisville, Connecticut and Georgetown twice. They put themselves in line for their first NCAA tournament appearance in six years and moved back into the rankings at No. 25 on Monday. In three weeks, their season did a 180-degree turnaround. “Since that moment,” coach Mick Cronin said, “they’ve really dug in and played great,” The low point was a 59-57 loss at home to St. John’s on Feb. 13, a game remembered for what happened on the bench. Unhappy with Gates’ lack of effort, Cronin sat him down after he played only one minute in the second half. The Bearcats’ best front-line player sat at the end of the bench the rest of the game, scowling and complaining. It became the turning point. Gates has played his way back into the starting lineup and the Bearcats have taken off, led by full-court defensive pressure that set up their surge. The Bearcats have the stingiest defense in the conference, one that got going full-throttle during the last six games. “We’re shutting teams down,” Cronin said. “That’s been a transition for this team, being able to shut down ranked opponents.” The entire program has gone through a transition this month. The Bearcats won their first 15 games while playing one of the nation’s easiest schedules, one that didn’t get them much notice. Their 13,000-seat arena was halfempty for most games. When the Big East schedule started, the Bearcats were overmatched. A 63-54 home win over Louisville on Feb. 16 — only three days after the St. John’s game — became a springboard. With each game, the Bearcats developed more of an edge. “That’s been a challenge with me all year,” Cronin said. “My goal with this team was to get them to believe in themselves. I think you’re seeing that now. They’re really starting to believe in what they’re capable of. “Getting those quality wins was big. People say, ‘Man, he’s just got to believe in himself.’ But it’s hard to believe in yourself. It’s like that golfer — when he wins that first tournament, then he believes he can win. For us, beating Louisville at home gave us a lot of confidence.” Cronin and Gates have patched things up. Gates had 13 points and made all 10 free throws during a win over Georgetown on Saturday — quite a change for the 54 percent free-throw shooter.

“I’m hot,” Gates said. “That’s something I’ve been working on after practice. It’s starting to pay off.” The Bearcats also have started winning back fans. Their last two home games were played before near-capacity crowds that got very loud. Students and fans had largely given up on the program after coach Bob Huggins left — Cincinnati has had only two capacity crowds in the last two years. “It matters,” Cronin said. “I was thanking them, trying to get them to come back next year, especially our students.” Cincinnati hasn’t been to the NCAA tournament since

2005, their last season under Huggins. The Bearcats had a losing Big East record every season until this one. They’ve got a No. 7 seed and a first-round bye before facing either Villanova or South Florida on Tuesday. Cronin has repeatedly complained about the lack of national attention during the Bearcats’ strong finish. He sees the Big East tournament as a chance to change it. “There’s certain teams in our league that get more media coverage and hype than other teams,” he said. “We’re gaining respect with the season we’ve had this year.”

COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Maryland’s effort to make history at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament is being driven by memories of a team that bucked similar odds to become unlikely champions. The Terrapins (18-13, 7-9) have lost three straight, including a 14-point drubbing at home against Virginia on Saturday. That ruined any chance Maryland had to earn an atlarge bid to the NCAA tournament. And so, if the Terrapins are to avoid an unwanted trip to the NIT, they must win the ACC tournament as the seventh seed. Problem is, no team has ever won four straight games at the event. But the Terps have their own bit of history to draw upon this week in Greensboro, N.C. “The year 2004, when they took it all,” freshman guard Terrell Stoglin said. Seven years ago, sixthseeded Maryland beat the Nos. 3, 2 and 1 seeds to win the title. The capper was an overtime win over Duke, which was seeking its sixth consecutive ACC title. “Coach (Gary Williams) keeps talking to us about that,” Stoglin said. “So we’re confident we can do it.” The Terrapins open Thursday night against North Carolina State, a team they defeated 87-80 on Feb. 20. If Maryland wins, its next opponent will be Duke, which swept the season series. And then? Well, the Terrapins don’t want to get ahead of themselves. “I think the best thing for now is to take it game by game and not think about we have to win four,” sophomore center Jordan Williams said. “Whoever we play, we’re going to play hard and we’re going to play to win. We’re going

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Maryland’s Jordan Williams, right, blocks the shot of Virginia’s Joe Harris. down to Greensboro to win the tournament championship. That’s what we want to do.” For that to happen, Maryland must play better than it has in the weeks leading up to the tournament. After their signature victory, an 78-62 rout of Florida State on Feb. 23, the Terrapins were handily defeated at North Carolina and Miami before falling flat against Virginia on Senior Day. In each of those losses, Maryland stumbled at the outset, made a decent run and then faded down the stretch. “It’s correctible,” said Stoglin, the team’s secondleading scorer behind Williams. “We’ve just got to

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Free Firewood. Partially cut. Bring saw and truck. You pick up. 704-6337830

Bedroom suite, new 5 piece. All for $297.97. Hometown Furniture, 322 S. Main St. 704-633-7777

Exec. Ofc. furniture. Exec. Cherry Desk, Bookcase & Very Good Credenza. Condition. Sell as a set $375, 704-640-2946

Misc For Sale

ANDERSON'S SEW & SO, Husqvarna, Viking Sewing Machines. Patterns, Notions, Fabrics. 10104 Old Beatty Ford Rd., Rockwell. 704-279-3647

METAL: Angle, Channel, Pipe, Sheet & Plate Shear Fabrication & Welding FAB DESIGNS 2231 Old Wilkesboro Rd Open Mon-Fri 7-3:30 704-636-2349

Baker's rack, ornate. Folds for east set-up. Very decorative, $75. Wicker rocking chair & small round table for patio, $75. Fireplace accessories set, 3 piece. $25. 704-633-8421

Old Barrel Bar Table/Chairs, $200; Couch hide a bed, $75; new wrought iron bed, $75; desk, $40. Cash Only. 704-638-6236

Bread machine with recipe book. Made by Welbilt. Like new $25. Please call 704-938-4342

Playground. Jungle Adventure wooden playground. Swings, slide, monkey bars, climbing wall. $350. Good condition. Laura 704-637-1248

Carburetor 750 double pumper. Ben worked by blake. $400. Please call 704-245-4416 Chrysler Concord LS1, 2004. 74,000 actual miles. $5500. Juke Box, $600. 704-431-4462 DISH NETWORK'S Lowest All-Digital Price! As low as $24.99/mo plus Free HD For Life! Call for limited time bonus! Call Now. 1-888-679-4649 Doggie steps, up to 70lb, $10. NASCAR halter for giant breed dog. $20. Like new. 704-938-4342 Dolls, 5 @ $25 each. Pair of Mickey & Minnie Mouse dolls, $25 for both. Call 704-638-8965 Elvis Presley picture in gold frame, $50. Elvis guitar clock, $50. 5 foot stools, $15 ea. 2 entertainment centers, $35 ea. Jeff Gordon clock $50. Wood maple clock, $50. 704-638-8965 Foxx inground pool being buried. All parts $500. Please call 704-938-5037 for more information Free Organic Coffee Samples. To receive send selfsample, addressed stamped envelope, with phone number, to P.O. Box 2604, Salisbury, NC 28145. Gas tank with fuel pump for 1989 Chevrolet F10 Blazer. $30. Please call 704-603-4416 Stop Smoking~Lose Weight It's Easy & Very Effective Decide Today 704-933-1982

Bingham Smith Lumber Co. !!!NOW AVAILABLE!!! Metal Roofing Many colors. Custom lengths, trim, accessories, & trusses. Call 980-234-8093 Patrick Smith

China cabinet, corner. $275. Please call 704202-0831 for more information cabinet. Solid China wood & brass. 54”W x 7'H. $500. Please call 704-202-0831

Misc For Sale

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Furniture & Appliances Air Conditioners, Washers, Dryers, Ranges, Frig. $65 & up. Used TV & Appliance Center Service after the sale. 704-279-6500

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BINGHAM-SMITH LUMBER CO. Save money on lumber. Treated and Untreated. Round Fence Post in all sizes. Save extra when buying full units. Call Patrick at 980-234-8093.

No. 61115 NOTICE OF SALE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION - ROWAN COUNTY - 11sp64 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY STEVEN V. PATTERSON DATED JULY 17, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 1146 AT PAGE 191 IN THE ROWAN COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 11:30 AM on March 14, 2011 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Rowan County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Tract One: Being all of Lots 4 & 5, Block 1, as shown upon the map of property of B.F. Lively, as recorded in Book of Maps at Page 360, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. Tract Two: Being all of Lot 1, Block 5, as shown upon the map of Property of B.F. Lively, as recorded in Book of Maps 360, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. Together with all the Grantors' right, title and interest in and to McCubbins Street, as it lies between Block 1 and Block 5, as shown on map of Property of B.F. Lively, as recorded in Book of Maps at Page 360, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 1001 4th St, Spencer, NC 28159 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Steven V. Patterson. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is February 21, 2011. Grady I. Ingle Or Elizabeth B. Ells, Substitute Trustee, 10-010685 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/

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STEEL, Channel, Angle, Flat Bars, Pipe Orders Cut to Length. Mobile Home Truss- $6 ea.; Vinyl floor covering- $4.89 yd.; Carpet- $5.75 yd.; Masonite Siding 4x8- $14; 12”x16' lap siding at $6.95 ea. School Desks - $7.50 ea. RECYCLING, Top prices paid for Aluminum cans, Copper, Brass, Radiators, Aluminum. Davis Enterprises Inc. 7585 Sherrills Ford Rd. Salisbury, NC 28147 704-636-9821 Tiller. Briggs & Stratton M&D yard machine. Need belt. Runs good. $200. 704-245-4416 Vanity, 24” wood with Bathroom use. sink. NEW. $25. Call 704-7842488 for more info. Wench. NEW 3,000lb capacity. Remote controlled. 12V. $69. Call 704784-2488 for more info.

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Electronic Health Record Specialist Training Cross training for persons with healthcare (direct care, mgmt., admin, support, ancil. services, EMS) or Computer technology experience. Fed (US HHS ONC HIT ARRA) funded. Placement assistance provided. Visit www.cvcc.edu/hitwd or call 828327-7000-x 4816

Want to Buy Merchandise All Coin Collections Silver, gold & copper. Will buy foreign & scrap gold. 704-636-8123 Timber wanted - Pine or hardwood. 5 acres or more select or clear cut. Shaver Wood Products, Inc. Call 704-278-9291. Watches – and scrap gold jewelry. 704-636-9277 or cell 704-239-9298

Business Opportunities J.Y. Monk Real Estate School-Get licensed fast, Charlotte/Concord courses. $399 tuition fee. Free Brochure. 800-849-0932

Free Stuff

Machine Shop Equipment. Lathe, Mill, Brake, Generator/Welder, etc. For details, 704-279-6973

Found dog. Sheltie or Collie mix, female, Monday, Feb. 28 in China Grove on Brown Road. Call to identify. 704-855-3647 Found dog. Small black male dog with collar. Between Kepley & Barringer Rd. off Hwy 70. Found around 3/1. Call 704-640-2706 or 704640-2806 to identify.

Notices

Lost necklace. Silver with cross. Lost Feb. 23rd near Bible Bookstore downtown Sentimental Salisbury. value. 336-752-2480 or 704-636-5090

REWARD!! Lost cat. Big orange male tabby cat. Walton Place area. Lost March 2nd in the morning. No collar. Answers to “Garfield” 704638-6395 or 704-202-3245

Monument & Cemetery Lots lots in Cemetery Brookhill Memorial Gardens, Rockwell. 8 spaces outside the inner circle. $1100 per space. 704642-0308 leave msg.

Notices IF YOU USED TYPE 2 Diabetes Drug AVANDIA 1999-present between and suffered a stroke or heart attack you may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles Johnson, 1-800-5355727. The Army National Guard can offer a Part Time Job with Full Time Benefits. You can receive bonuses, monthly pay check, job training, money for college, health benefits, retirement, and much more! Call now and learn how! 1-800-GO-GUARD.

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Lost & Found

Sporting Goods Wilson A2000-XLC Glove for right hand thrower, $75, Excellent condition, Call 704-636-4173

PUBLIC NOTICE

Lost Dog, female, brown & black shepherd mix. Patterson Road area on 2/28. 704-855-9881 Lost dog. Black Lab, male. In Spring Valley subdivision area. Please call 980-521-7841

Call: 704-516-1149 or Email: wsitton@carolina.rr.com

AMENDED NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY – 10-SP-519 - 1895 UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Monica Ruggs, dated December 1, 1998 and recorded on December 4, 1998, in Book No. 838, at Page 635 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Rowan County Courthouse, Courthouse Steps, North Carolina on March 9, 2011 at 1:00 PM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Salisbury, County of Rowan, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Address of property: 1116 Fries Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 Tax Parcel ID: 013 27501 Present Record Owners: Monica Ruggs The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. In the event that the Owner and Holder or its intended assignee is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, and any Land Transfer Tax. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009.

3 BR, 2 BA, newer kitchen, large dining room, split bedrooms, nice porches, huge detached garage, concrete drives. R51548 $84,900. Monica Poole 704-245-4628 B&R Realty East Rowan

New Listing

Beautiful 3 BR, 2 BA in a great location, walk-in closets, cathedral ceiling, great room, double attached garage, large lot, back-up generator. A must see. R51757. $249,900. B&R Realty, 704-202-6041

East Rowan

Rockwell, 3 BR, 2 BA. Cute brick home in quiet subdivision. Outbuilding, wooded lot, nice deck off back. Kitchen appliances stay. R51385 $129,900 B&R Realty Dale Yontz 704.202.3663

Reduced

3 BR, 2 BA, Attached carport, Rocking Chair front porch, nice yard. R50846 $119,900 Monica Poole 704.245.4628 B&R Realty www.bostandrufty-realty.com

Homes for Sale

Lost Dog on 2/28 around Bostian & Daughtery Rd area. Blonde color, weighs 34 pounds, name is Angel. 704-857-6256

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No. 61116

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BYZANTINE CROSS. LENGTH: 1.5" or 4.75 CM 4.0 Grams FOR THE RETURN OF THIS CROSS, TAKEN FROM A CHURCH PARSONAGE IN MT. ULLA, N.C. ON 2/24/11

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor for the Estate of Mildred H. Winecoff, 930 Panhandle Road, Gold Hill, NC 28071. This is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 31st day of May, 2011, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immediate payment. This the 25th day of February, 2011. Mildred H. Winecoff, deceased, Rowan County File #2011E232, Bobbie R. Harwood, 340 Shailor Hill Rd., Colchester, CT 06415

E. Spencer

Notice is hereby given of the 55th Annual Meeting of the Rowan County United Way, Inc., to be held Monday, March 21, 2011, 12:00pm, Holiday Inn of Salisbury on Jake Alexander Boulevard.

$500 REWARD

No. 61118

Homes for Sale

Fulton Heights

Lost & Found

Drum set. Peavy, 5 piece. 3 cymbals and throne. $300. Call 704938-5037 for more info.

David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute Trustee By: Attorney at Law, Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC Attorneys for David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute Trustee 2550 West Tyvola Road, Suite 520, Charlotte, NC 28217 (704) 697-5809

Lost & Found Found dog, male, Thursday, March 3, downtown Salisbury. Orange collar, no tags. Very distinctive breed / color/markings. Provide accurate description for return 704-638-2697

Lost & Found

Found dog. Young adult Boxer in Glover Road area. Call 704-637-0227 between 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Beatles music. 3 CD's, 2 DVD's "Beatles Anthology", "Blackbird Singing". All 4 $50. 704-278-0629 2x6x16 $7 2x3x studs $1.25 2x6x8 studs $3.25 2x4x7 $1.50 D/W rafters $5 Floor trusses $5 each 704-202-0326

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China Grove, 2 new homes under construction ... buy now and pick your own colors. Priced at only $114,900 and comes with a stove and dishwasher. B&R Realty 704-633-2394 BUYER BEWARE The Salisbury Post Classified Advertising staff monitors all ad submissions for honesty and integrity. However, some fraudulent ads are not detectable. Please protect yourself by checking the validity of any offer before you invest money in a business opportunity, job offer or purchase.

Granite Quarry. 1112 Birch St. (Eastwood Dev) 3BR, 2BA. 1,900 sq. ft. w/ in-ground pool. Beautiful home inside with open floor plan, hardwood floors, large master suite, cathedral ceilings and sunroom. Tastefully landscaped outside. A MUST SEE and owner is ready to sell! $179,800. Please call 704-433-0111

Motivated Seller!

Gold Hill area. 3BR, 1BA. 1,123 sq. ft. living area. Hardwood floors, partial basement, storage building. Large lot. 2.03 acres. East Rowan/Rockwell schools. Asking $79,500. 704-2795674 or 704-637-1202

No. 61117 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA ROWAN COUNTY

NOTICE OF SALE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK - 11 SP 66

IN RE: JASCPMS, LLC and, DANIEL L. FISHER AND ALEXIS A. FISHER, FORECLOSURE OF DEED OF TRUST, Dated January 25, 2010, RECORDED IN BOOK 1156, AT PAGE 308, IN THE ROWAN COUNTY REGISTRY Under and by virtue of the authority contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated January 25, 2010, securing a Note and indebtedness of $35,250.00, which was executed by JASCPMS, LLC and Daniel L. Fisher and Alexis A. Fisher, and which is recorded in Book 1156, at Page 308, Rowan County Registry, the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in said Registry, default having occurred in the payment of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust, and at the request of the holder of said Note, the undersigned Substitute Trustee, in accordance with the provisions of said Deed of Trust, will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at 3:30 o'clock p.m. on the 15th day of March, 2011, at the Courthouse door in Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina, the real property at 1039 Lucky Lane and Mainsail Road, Salisbury, North Carolina, 28146, which is more particularly described as follows: TRACT 1: BEING all of Lot 11 of SHAMROCK MEADOW subdivision as shown upon a plat in Book of Maps 9995 at Page 5777, Rowan County Registry. TRACT 2: BEING all of Lot 1 as shown on map for Dan Fisher recorded in Book of Maps 9995 at Page 4433, Rowan County Registry. The record owners of said property as of a date not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this notice are: JASCPMS, LLC and Daniel L. Fisher. Trustee, or Trustee's agent conducting the sale, may begin the sale up to one hour after the time fixed herein as provided in NCGS 45-21.23. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to NCGS 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon ten (10) days' written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If you are a tenant and have any questions about your legal rights, please consult an attorney. Although not required by statute, any and all bidders and purchasers at sale should understand that the property described in the subject foreclosure proceeding may or may not contain a structure of any kind. The Substitute Trustee in this matter makes no representation or warranty as to the type or existence of a structure situated on the subject property or whether or not said structure has been affixed in any way. Likewise, Substitute Trustee makes no warranties or representations of any kind as to whether title to the mobile/manufactured home(s) on the subject property, if any, has been properly cancelled or whether there are any outstanding liens thereon. Said property will be sold subject to taxes, assessments, and any superior easements, rights of way, restrictions of record, liens, or other encumbrances prior to the lien of the deed of trust being foreclosed, said sale to remain open for increased bids for ten (10) days after report thereof to the Clerk of Superior Court. The Substitute Trustee may require the high bidder to deposit cash at the sale in an amount equal to the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or $750.00. If no upset bid is filed, the balance of the purchase price, less deposit, must be made in cash upon tender of the deed. Third party purchasers at sale must pay the tax of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) as required by NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). This the 16th day of February, 2011. Alan B. Powell, Substitute Trustee P.O. Box 1550, High Point, NC 27261 (336) 889-8733

SALISBURY POST Homes for Sale

Move in Ready!

NC Mountains- New 1328sf log cabin with loft on 3+ acres $89,900. Large deck, covered porch, views, creek with 3 springs, private and very ez to finish. 828286-1666.

Genesis Realty 704-933-5000 genesisrealtyco.com Foreclosure Experts

Motivated Seller New Listing

Cute 1 BR 1 BA waterfront log home with beautiful view! Ceiling fans, fireplace, front and back porches. R51875 $189,900. Dale Yontz 704-202-3663 B&R Realty

Manufactured Home Sales

Bank Foreclosures & Distress Sales. These homes need work! For a FREE list:

$500 Down moves you in. Call and ask me how? Please call (704) 225-8850

www.applehouserealty.com Spencer

Reduced

4 BR, 2BA, like new Craftsman Style, huge front porch, renovated kitchen and bath, fresh paint. R51516 $124,900 Dale Yontz B&R Realty 704-202-3663

Salisbury

New Listing Motivated Seller Hurry! Gorgeous 4 BR, 2.5 BA, fantastic kitchen, large living and great room. All new paint, carpet, roof, windows, siding. R51926 $144,900 Monica Poole B&R Realty 704-245-4628

Homes for Sale

Salisbury

Completely remodeled. 3BR, 2BA. 1202 Bell St., Salisbury. Granite counter tops, new stainless steel appliances, new roof, windows and heat & air, hardwood floors, fresh paint. MUST SEE! $120,000. Will pay closing and possibly down payment. Call for appointment 704-637-6567

3 BR, 2 BA, Well established neighborhood. All brick home with large deck. Large 2 car garage. R50188 $163,900 B&R Realty 704.633.2394

Investment Property

Woodleaf. 4320 Potneck Rd. 2-story house on .67 acre. 1,985 sq. ft. living space w/attached 2-vehicle garage. 4BR, 2 full BA, living, dining, den, pantry, hardwood floors. New roof & heating/cooling system. Detached 1-vehicle garage workshop, 248 sq. ft. Walking distance to Woodleaf School. $115,000. Call 704-278-4703 after 7 p.m.

Investment Property

Rockwell

A Must See

China Grove

Child Care Facility/Commercial Bldg.

A Country Paradise

15 minutes N. of Salisbury. 2 BR, 2 BA singlewide on large treed lot in quiet area with space to plant flowers. $850 start-up, $450/mo incl. lot rent, home payment, taxes, insurance. RENT or RENT-TOOWN. 704-210-8176. Call after noon. American Homes of Rockwell Oldest Dealer in Rowan County. Best prices anywhere. 704-279-7997

For the lake or awesome back yards! Over 1800 sqft., true modular with foundation on your land. $113,293. Call to see the “great kitchen.” 704-463-1516 Salisbury Area 3 or 4 bedroom, 2 baths, $500 down under $700 per month. 704-225-8850

Real Estate Services 3 BR, 2 BA in Hunters Pointe. Above ground pool, garage, huge area that could easily be finished upstairs. R51150A. $179,900. B&R Realty 704-633-2394 Rockwell

New Listing! WOW!

Allen Tate Realtors Daniel Almazan, Broker 704-202-0091 www.AllenTate.com Approximately 5,000 sq. ft. Child care facility / commercial building with commercial kitchen on approximately 1.75 acres. Daycare supplies included. Playground measures 10,000 sq. ft. Call 704-855-9768

Homes for Sale

Lake Property

Salisbury

Great View!

Rockwell

REDUCED

2 BR, 1 BA, hardwood floors, detached carport, handicap ramp. $99,900 R47208 B&R Realty 704.633.2394 Salisbury

Awesome Location

3BR, 2BA. Wonderful location, new hardwoods in master BR and living room. Lovely kitchen with new stainless appliances. Deck, private back yard. R51492 $124,900 Monica Poole B&R Realty 704-245-4628 Salisbury

Convenient Location

Very nice 2 BR 2.5 BA condo overlooking golf course and pool! Great views, freshly decorated, screened in porch at rear. T51378. $98,500 Monica Poole B&R Realty 704-245-4628 Salisbury

Forest Creek. 3 Bedroom, 1.5 bath. New home priced at only $98,900. R48764 B&R Realty 704.633.2394 Salisbury

New Listing

3 BR 2.5 BA has many extras! Great kitchen w/granite, subzero ref., gas cooktop. Formal dining, huge garage, barn, greenhouse. Great for horses or car buffs! R51894 $439,500. Dale Yontz. 704-202-3663 B&R Realty Salisbury

New Listing

Salisbury

Great Location

Brand new & ready for you, this home offers 3BR, 2BA, hardwoods, ceramic, stainless appliances, deck. R51547. $99,900. Call Monica today! 704.245.4628 B&R Realty Salisbury

Great Location

3 BR, 2 BA home in wonderful location! Cathedral ceiling, split floor plan, double garage, large deck, storage building, corner lot. R51853 $154,900 Monica Poole 704-2454628 B&R Realty

Century 21 Towne & Country 474 Jake Alexander Blvd. (704)637-7721

KEY REAL ESTATE, INC. 1755 U.S. HWY 29. South China Grove, NC 28023 704-857-0539

Apartments 2 BR, 1 BA off Morlan Park Rd., has refrig. & stove, furnished yard maint. & garbage pickup. No pets. Rent $500, Dep. Call Rowan $500. Properties 704-633-0446 2 BR, 1 BA, close to Salisbury High. Rent $400, dep. $400. Call Rowan Properties 704-633-0446 2BR brick duplex with carport, convenient to hospita. $450 per month. 704-637-1020 403 Carolina Blvd. Duplex For Rent. 2BR,1BA. $500/mo. Please call 704-279-8467 AAA+ Apartments $425-$950/mo. Chambers Realty 704-637-1020 Airport Rd., 1BR with stove, refrig., garbage pickup & water incl. Month-month lease. No pets. $400/mo+$300 deposit. Furnished $425/mo. 704-279-3808 Airport Road, All elec. 2BR, 1BA. $450 per month + dep. & lease. Call 704-637-0370

BEST VALUE Quiet & Convenient, 2 bedroom town houses, 1½ baths. All Electric, Central heat/air, no pets, pool. $550/mo. Includes water & basic cable.

West Side Manor Apts. Robert Cobb Rentals Variety World, Inc. 2345 Statesville Blvd. Near Salisbury Mall

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CLANCY HILLS APARTMENTS 1, 2 & 3 BR, conveniently located in Salisbury. Handicap accessible units available. Section 8 assistance available. 704-6366408. Office Hours: M–F TDD Relay 9:00-12:00. 1-800-735-2962 Equal Housing Opportunity.

Land for Sale Bringle Ferry Rd. 2 tracts. Will sell land or custom build. A50140A. B&R Realty, Monica 704-245-4628

Rowan Realty www.rowanrealty.net, Professional, Accountable, Personable . 704-633-1071

W. Rowan

FARM FOR SALE

Over 2 Acres

3 BR, 2.5 BA, wonderful home on over 2 acres, horses allowed, partially fenced back yard, storage building. $164,900 R51465 B&R Realty 704.633.2394

Convenience store business for sale with large game room/mini bar. Includes all stock, security system, ice maker, coolers, etc. $20,000. $8,000 Down, payments $155/mo., Building rent $900/mo. or move business. 704857-0625

Commercial property, 8194 heated sq.ft., almost 12,933 all together. Showroom, offices, & warehouse space. $359,000. #51758 Call Varina @ B&R Realty 704-640-5200 or 704-633-2394.

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Southwestern Rowan Co.

Salisbury. 3BR,2½BA. 1.85 acres, corner lot. 1,840 sq. ft. 2 car garage, $195,000. 1070 Dunns Mtn. Church Rd. Call 704-326-6490

Salisbury. Providence Church Road. 3BR/2BA, garage, two car carport, new roof, new interior paint, washer, dryer and dishwasher, 3 large lots, 3 outbuildings, central air & heat. $109,000. 704637-6950

Many buyers won’t leave a message; give the best time to call.

*Cash in 7 days or less *Facing or In Foreclosure *Properties in any condition *No property too small/large Call 24 hours, 7 days ** 704-239-2033 ** $$$$$$

Apartments Olde Fields Subdivision. ½ acre to over 2 acre lots available starting at $36,000. B&R Realty 704.633.2394

Barnhardt Meadows. Quality home sites in country setting, restricted, pool and pool House complete. Use your builder or let us build for you. Lots start at $24,900. B&R Realty 704-633-2394 Western Rowan County

Spencer. 1BR, duplex apt. furnished, $400/mo.+ dep. Water & garbage P/U included. 336-596-6726 STONWYCK VILLIAGE IN GRANITE QUARRY Nice 2BR, energy efficient apt., stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, water & sewer furnished, central heat/ac, vaulted ceiling, washer/dryer connection. $495 to $550 /Mo, $400 deposit. 1 year lease, no pets. 704-279-3808 WELCOME HOME TO DEER PARK APTS. We have immediate openings for 1 & 2 BR apts. Call or come by and ask about our move-in specials. 704-278-4340 for info. For immediate info call 1-828-442-7116

Condos and Townhomes

China Grove. Nice 2BR, 1BA. $550/month + deposit & references. No pets. Call 704-279-8428

3 BR, 1 BA, has refrigerator, stove & big yard. No pets. $625/rent + $600/dep. Call Rowan Properties 704-633-0446

Clean, well maintained, 2 BR Duplex. Central heat/air, all electric. Section 8 welcome. 704-202-5790

China Grove. 4BR/2BA, Carson School dist. central H/A, well water, electric. No pets. $1100 / mo. 704-857-8229

Colonial Village Apts.

Concord, 87 Meadow Ave, 3 BR, 1 BA, $700 mo.; Kannapolis, 314 North Ave, 3 BR, 2 BA, $800 mo. First full month rent free. KREA 704-933-2231

“A Good Place to Live” 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Affordable & Spacious Water Included 704-636-8385

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED!

Salisbury. 2BR/1½BA townhouse. Appliances, near hospitals & interstate. Private. $475/mo + $300 dep. 704-279-6086 Duplexes & Apts, Rockwell$500-$600. TWO Bedrooms Marie Leonard-Hartsell Wallace Realty 704-239-3096 marie@sellingsalisbury.com Eaman Park Apts. 2BR, 1BA. Near Salisbury High. $375/mo. Newly renovated. No pets. 704-798-3896

1 & 2BR. Nice, well maintained, responsible landlord. $415-$435. Salisbury, in town. 704-642-1955

Rowan Hospital area. 2BR, 1BA. Heat, air, water, appl. incl. $675. 704-633-3997

1, 2, & 3 BR Huge Apartments, very nice. $375 & up. 704-754-1480

Moreland Pk area. 2BR all appliances furnished. $495-$595/mo. Deposit negotiable. Section 8 welcome. 336-247-2593

Check out the Classifieds in today s Salisbury Post for a lead on a new career!

RENT - 2 BR - $650, Park Area; 4 BR, 2 BA, 2,000 sq', garage, basement, $1195. RENT TO OWN 3 BR, 2 BA, 2000 ± sq', country. $3000 dn; 5 BR, 2 ½ BA, 3400 ± sq', garage, basement, fenced. $6000 dn. 704-630-0695

RENTED I rented my house in less than a week! Thanks for the great ad! ~K.F., Salisbury

RENTED RENTED We rented our house so quickly! Thanks! ~H.W., Salisbury

Holly Leaf Apts. 2BR, 1½BA. $555. Kitchen appliances, W/D connection, cable ready. 704-637-5588

Lovely Duplex

Don't Pay Rent! 3BR, 2BA home at Crescent Heights. Call 704-239-3690 for info. E.Spen-Apt $400/mo. Kann -$550/mo.; 4922 Atlanta St, 120 Basin Ave. All 2BR, 1BA. Carolina-Piedmont Prop. 704-248-2520 East schools. Central air & heat. Appliances. Washer/ dryer hook-up. Please call 704-638-0108

Faith – 2BR, 1BA. Beautiful with carport, 12x20 bldg, on 2 acres. New hardwood, new stainless appl. & microwave. New cabinets, counters, tile. High efficiency heat pump. Dishwasher, W/D. $650/mo. 704-239-9351 www.kenclifton.com

Faith, 3 BR, 2 BA with carport, large lot, outside storage. No Pets. $700/mo. 704-279-3518 Fulton St. 4 BR, 1 ½ BA. Refrigerator, stove furnished. Rent $625, Dep., $600. Call Rowan Properties 704-633-0446 Granite Quarry, 309 Aspen Ave., 3 BR, 2 BA, $750/mo. + $750 deposit. 704-855-5353

We have office suites available in the Executive Center. First Month Free with No Deposit! With all utilities from $150 and up. Lots of amenities. Call Tom Bost at B & R Realty 704-202-4676 Salisbury, Kent Executive Park ofc suites, ground flr. avail. Utilities pd. Conf. rm., internet access, break room, pkg. 704-202-5879 Salisbury. 12,000 sq ft corner building at Jake Alexander and Industrial Blvd. Ideal for retail office space, church, etc. Heat and air. Please call 704279-8377 with inquiries.

Warehouse space / manufacturing as low as $1.25/sq. ft./yr. Deposit. Call 704-431-8636

They don't build them like this anymore!

BMW M3 Convertible, 2004. Silver gray metallic exterior with gray interior. Stock #F11243A1 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

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Salisbury City. 2BR / 1BA, new vinyl, new roof, fenced bk yd. $495/mo + dep. 704-640-5750

Cadillac Seville SLS Sedan, 2001. Cashmere exterior with oatmeal interior. Stock #F11236B. $7,987.1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Camaro SS, 1999 with white leather interior, V8, six speed, AM/FM/CD, MP3, DVD player w/JL subwoofer, T-tops, ridiculously low miles, chrome rims, EXTRA CLEAN! 704-603-4255

Manufactured Home for Rent Between Salis. & China Grove. 2BR. No pets. Appl. & trash pickup incl. $475/ mo + dep. 704-855-7720

2BR, 2BA. Hardwood floors, expansive kitchen, jetted tub, beautiful original mantles & staircase, bedrooms w/great storage, sunroom & deck, walking distance to shops & dining. 704-616-1383 Salisbury, in country. 3BR, 2BA. $975/mo. Utilities included. No pets. Dep. & ref. 704-855-2100 Salisbury. 2BR, appls., storage bldg., $475/mo. + deposit. 704-279-6850 or 704-798-3035 Salisbury. 3 & 2 Bedroom Houses. $500-$1,000. Also, Duplex Apartments. 704636-6100 or 704-633-8263

Salisbury. 504 Cruse Rd, in countryside, 3BRs $850/mo., 922 N. Main St. & 426 Henderson St. 3BR, $650/mo. 704-645-9986

Spencer. 4-5 BR, 2 BA, very private, wide yard , shade house, electric central air. $550/mo. 704-6371200 or 704-310-1052 WEST ROWAN 5BR/3BA West Rowan $1400, Schools, 5 BR, 3 BA, 1 acre, w/inground pool, 2 car garage. 336-253-4937

Office and Commercial Rental st

1 Month Free Rent! Salisbury, Kent Executive Park office suites, $100 & up. Utilities paid. Conference room, internet access, break room, ample parking. 704-202-5879 450 to 1,000 sq. ft. of Warehouse Space off Jake Alexander Blvd. Call 704279-8377 or 704-279-6882

China Grove. 1200 sq ft. $800/mo + deposit. Call 704-855-2100 Furnished Key Man Office Suites - $250-350. Jake & 150. Util & internet incl. 704-721-6831 Granite Quarry-Comm Metal Bldg units perfect for contractor, hobbyist, or storage. 24 hour surveillance, exterior lighting and ample parking. 900-1800 sq feet avail. Call for spring specials. 704-232-3333 Numerous Commercial and office rentals to suit your needs. Ranging from 500 to 5,000 sq. ft. Call Victor Wallace at Wallace Realty, 704-636-2021

Bostian Heights. 2BR. Trash, lawn, & water service. No pets. $425/mo + deposit. 704-857-4843 LM East Area. 2BR, water, trash. Limit 2. Dep. req. No pets. Call 704-6367531 or 704-202-4991

EAST ROWAN AREA

Office Complex

Oakwood Ave., 2BR, nr Aldis. $450/mo. 3BR house on Bringle Ferry Rd. $600/mo. 704-636-1633

Landis 2BR / 1BA. Good school district. Lease option or owner financing. 704-202-2696

Rockwell. Nice retail or office building. $400/ mo. Call 704-279-6973 or 704-279-7988

Chevrolet 2007 Trail Blazer LT. Dk blue w/black int., 4 dooor, 2 wheel drive, automatic, keyless entry, anti-lock brakes, steering wheel controls, 6 cylinder, 28K miles, $15,996. 704-4252913 or 704-856-8129

2BR/2BA, on 3 acre private lot, large deck, carport, appliances, $575 per month + deposit. No pets. 704-202-4668 East Rowan. 2BR. trash and lawn service included. No pets. $475 month. 704-433-1255 Faith. 2BR, 1BA. Water, trash, lawn maint. incl. No pets. Ref. $425. 704-2794282 or 704-202-3876

Dodge Durango SLT, 2001. 4x4, leather, 3rd row seat, heated seats. Call Steve 704-603-4255

Financing Available!

Faith. 2BR, 2BA. Appliances, water, sewer incl. Pet OK. $500/mo + $500 deposit. 704-279-7463 Granite Quarry, 3 BR, 2 BA, DW. $700/mo. Salis., 2 BR, 1 BA house, $425/ mo. No Pets. 704-239-2833

Great Area!

HONDA, 2003, ACCORD EX. $500-800 down, will help finance. Credit, No Problem! Private party sale. Call 704-838-1538

Faith area. 1525 Rainey Road, 2BR, 1BA. Central heat & air, appliances, washer & dryer, water/sewer, quiet area. No pets. $450/mo. + deposit. 704-279-2939 North area, single-wide, 2BR, 1 bath. Private lot, dep. & ref. required. $450 month, 704-603-4766. Rockwell. 3BR, 1BA. Private, country setting. Kitchen appl. & washer/dryer hook-ups. $525/mo + deposit. 704-279-6529

Ford Mustang GT, 2006. Satin Silver Metallic / Light Graphite cloth interior. 4.6 V8 5-speed trans. SHAKER SOUND SYSTEM, all pwr, aftermarket rims. EXTRA CLEAN MUSCLE MACHINE !!! Call Steve at 704-603-4255

Salis. 2BR, 1BA. Stove, refrig. W/D incl. Trash pickup, water.No pets. $350 & up + dep. 704-633-7788 Salisbury. 3990 Statesville Blvd., Lot 9, 2BR, 1BA. $339/mo. + dep. For Sale or Rent! 704-640-3222 West & South Rowan. 2 & 3 BR. No pets. Perfect for 3. Water included. Please call 704-857-6951

Roommate Wanted

Hyundai 2004 Tiburon GT. Black w/black leather int., power windows & locks, power & heated mirrors, alloy wheels, A/C, 6 cylinder, front wheel drive, spoiler. 80K miles, $8,995. 704-4252913 or 704-856-8129.

Nr Walmart. Furnished, utilities incl., cent. heat/air, cable TV, priv. driveway, $100/wk. 704-314-5648

Rooms for Rent MILLER HOTEL Rooms for Rent Weekly $110 & up 704-855-2100 Salisbury

Office Building with 3 office suites; small office in office complex avail.; 5,000 sq.ft. warehouse w/loading docks & small office. Call Bradshaw Real Estate 704-633-9011

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Heilig Ave. 2BR, 1BA. ALL ELECTRIC Home. Extra room. Nicely updated. $600. TeriJon Props. 704-490-1121

Office Space

Statesville Blvd., Suitable for beauty shop or office. Please Call 704-636-6100

Salisbury

Autos

Salisbury

RENTED

Houses: 3BRs, 1BA. Apartments: 2 & 3 BR's, 1BA Deposit required. Faith Realty 704-630-9650

Moving to Town? Need a home or Apartment? We manage rental homes & apartments. Call and let us help you. Waggoner Realty Co. 704-633-0462

Salisbury 421 Faith Rd. Approx. 1,000 sq. ft. commercial property. $625 / mo. + dep. 704-633-9556

2BR/1BA, Rockwell central electric heat/air, appliances, $475/mo. 704279-6850 or 704-798-3035

Salisbury. Perfect location near Court House & County Building. Six individual offices. New central heat/air, heavily insulated for energy efficiency, fully carpeted (to be installed) except stone at entrance, conference room, employee break room, tile bathroom, complete integrated phone system with video capability in each office & nice reception area. Want to lease but will sell. Perfect for dual occupancy. By appt only. 704-636-1850

Granite Quarry. 3BR, 2BA. Double garage. Fenced backyard. $1,000/ mo + dep. 704-642-1343

Office and Commercial Rental

Spencer Shops Lease great retail space for as little as $750/mo for 2,000 sq ft at. 704-431-8636

E. Salisbury. 3BR, 2BA duplex. East Schools. All electric. Central air & heat. Call 704-638-0108

2BR and 1-1/2 BA Town Homes $585/mo. College Students Welcome! Near Salisbury VA Hospital 704-762-0795 Houses for Rent Apartments

Granite Quarry. 3BR, 1BA. Carport. Refrigerator & stove. Washer/dryer hook-up. 704-638-0108

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Near Spencer and Salisbury, 2 bedroom, one bath house in quiet, nice neighborhood. No pets. Lease, dep, app and refs req. $625/mo, $600 dep, 704-797-4212 before 7pm. 704-2395808 after 7pm.

Salisbury. 3BR, 2BA. Large lot. Water included. No pets. $850/mo. Deposit & ref. 704-855-2100

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! Ro-Well Apartments, Rockwell. Central heat/air, laundry facility on site, nice area. Equal Housing Opportunity Rental Assistance when available; handicapped equipped when available. 704-279-6330, TDD users 828-645-7196.

Want to make more of this? Knox Farm Subdivision. Beautiful lots available now starting at $19,900. B&R Realty 704.633.2394

Salisbury. Nice 1 BR, 1BA in convenient location. Central heat/AC. $350/mo. 704-202-2484

Condos and Townhomes

Unique Property

Salisbury. 2 or 3 bedroom Townhomes. For information, call Summit Developers, Inc. 704-797-0200

Salisbury. Free Rent, Free Water, New All Elec. Heat/air, on bus route. $495. 704-239-0691

Wiltshire Village Condo for Rent, $700. 2nd floor. Want a 2BR, 2BA in a quiet setting? Call Bryce, Wallace Realty 704-202-1319

Salisbury

Mechanics DREAM Home, 28x32 shop with lift & air compressor, storage space & ½ bath. All living space has been completely refurbished. Property has space that could be used as a home office or dining room, deck on rear, 3 BR, 1 BA. R51824A $164,500 B&R Realty, Monica Poole 704-245-4628

Salisbury. 2BR, 1BA duplex. Appliances included. Heat/air, laundry room. $500/mo. + $500 dep. 980-234-6252

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Lots for Sale

China Grove. One mile from South Rowan High School. Quiet neighborhood. Restricted to stick built homes. Lot has been perked and Priced to Sell. $35,000. Call Jeff 704-467-2352

N. Church St. 2BR/1BA home. Stove & refrigerator, fireplace. All electric. $425/mo. 704-633-6035

Colony Garden Apartments

Salisbury

BEAUTIFUL WOODED CORNER LOT

Salisbury. 1BR. Fully furnished apt. Utilities included. No pets. $550/mo. Deposit & ref. 704-855-2100

Real Estate Commercial

Downtown Salis, 2300 sf office space, remodeled, off street pking. 633-7300

Gorgeous farm in West Rowan for sale. Mostly open 10 to 179 acre tracts, prices starting at $9,000 per acre. Call Gina Compton, ERA Knight Realty, 704-4002632 for information.

Mooresville Rd. area, 2 BR, 2 person limit, $550 + deposit. 1 year lease. No pets. 704-633-7830

William R. Kennedy Realty 428 E. Fisher Street 704-638-0673

E. Rowan res. water front lot, Shore Landing subd. $100,000 Monica Poole B&R Realty 704-245-4628 Hideaway, 5+ acres, wooded seclusion overlooks beautiful creek, $65k, owner fin. 704-563-8216

Salisbury – 2 BR duplex in excellent cond., w/ appl. $560/mo. + dep. Ryburn Rentals 704-637-0601

Hidden Creek, Large 2 BR, 2 BA end unit, 1600 s.f., great room & master suite, all appliances, W/D, pool & clubhouse, $795/mo + $400 dep. References required. One yr. lease, no smoking, no pets. 704-640-8542

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High Rock Lake. 4BR, 2BA rustic home. Pier, ramp, floating dock. 1,800± sq. ft. .90± water frontage. Decks, hardwood floors. Panther Point Trail. 336-751-5925 or 704-450-0146

Houses for Rent

Apartments

China Grove. 2BR, 2BA. All electric. Clean & safe. No pets. $575/month + deposit. 704-202-0605

Salisbury

Convenient Location

Timber Run Subdivision, 4 BR, 2.5 BA, granite countertops, wood floors, rec room, screened porch, deck. R51603 $349,900 B & R Realty Dale Yontz 704.202.3663

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Rebecca Jones Realty 610 E. Liberty St, China Grove 704-857-SELL

OWNER FINANCING on basement lot, $16,900. Call Varina Bunts, B&R Realty, 704-640-5200 Take a look! 4 BR, 2BA in Historic Salisbury. Over 2,300 sq ft... A lot for the $. Convenient location on Mitchell Ave. Call 704633-2394 for private showing. $119,900 B&R Realty

B & R REALTY 704-633-2394

Forest Glen Realty Darlene Blount, Broker 704-633-8867

New Home Beautiful 3BR, 2½BA has many extras! Cathedral ceiling, ceiling fans, ceramic tile, dbl. detached garage w/upstairs apt, priced $66,000 below tax value. 51935 $358,000. Karen Rufty at B&R Realty 704-202-6041

TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2011 • 9B

CLASSIFIED

West 13th St., in well established, nice neighborhood, totally furnished, internet, microwave, range, refrigerator, washer & dryer, all utitilies included. Single person only. No pets. $110/wk. + small deposit. 336-927-1738

Wanted: To Rent

NEED TO MOVE ASAP!!! Getting divorced & have 3 children. Need 2 or 3BR in West school district for up to $550/mo. Have personal references, deposit and first months rent. 704-787-6507

Jaguar S-Type, 2005. Black w/black leather interior, 6 sp. auto trans, 4.2L V8 engine, AM/FM/CD Changer, Premium Sound. Call Steve today! 704-6034255

Lexus IS 300 Sedan, 2003. Graphite gray pearl exterior with black interior. Stock #T11202B. $12,787. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

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Autos

Hyundai 2011 Sonata, Charcoal gray, leather interior, fully loaded. 1,800 miles, $23,500. Owner has title. 704-8574721 Call Gary between 8am-6pm

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Lincoln MKZ, 2007, Black Opal w/black leather interior, 3.5 V6, auto trans, all power options, dual power seats, AM/FM/CD, HEAT & AIR COOLED SEATS, chrome rims, AWESOME RIDE!!! 704-603-4255

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Autos

Maxda RX-8, 2004. 6speed manual coupe. Winning blue metallic exterior with black interior. Stock #F11185C. $11,387 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Nissan Altima 2.5 S Coupe, 2009. Code Red Metallic w/Charcoal interior. Stock #F10363A. $19,687. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Saturn Aura XE-4, 2009. Deep blue exterior w/gray interior. Stock #T10726B. $13,787. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

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Mercedes S320, 1999 Black on Grey leather interior, 3.2, V6, auto trans, LOADED, all power ops, low miles, SUNROOF, chrome rims good tires, extra clean MUST SEE! 704-6034255

Pontiac Bonneville SE Sedan, 2005. Sedona beige metallic exterior taupe interior. Stock #T11091A, $7,887 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

We want your vehicle! 1999 to 2011 under 150,000 miles. Please call 704-216-2663.

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Hurry! Deadline is Friday, March 18th, 2011 fax the form below to 704-630-0157 mail to: Salisbury Post c/o Classified, P.O. Box 4639, Salisbury, NC 28145 e-mail to: classads@salisburypost.com • call us: 704-797-4220

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Nissan 2006 Maxima SL. Pristine, 4 door, Gray w/black leather seats, 6 sylinder, sunroof, power locks, keyless entry, A/C, heated power mirrors, antitheft system. 52K mi., $13,495. 704-425-2913 or 704-856-8129

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Carport and Garages

Auction Thursday 12pm 429 N. Lee St. Salisbury Antiques, Collectibles, Used Furniture 704-213-4101

New Homes Additions & Repairs Small Commercial Ceiling Texture Removal

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Lippard Garage Doors Installations, repairs, electric openers. 704636-7603 / 704-798-7603

Auctions

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Perry's Overhead Doors Sales, Service & Installation, Residential / Commercial. Wesley Perry 704-279-7325

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Fencing Free Estimates Bud Shuler & Sons Fence Co. 225 W Kerr St 704-633-6620 or 704-638-2000 Price Leader since 1963

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KEN WEDDINGTON Total Auctioneering Services 140 Eastside Dr., China Grove 704-8577458 License 392

Cleaning Services

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Reliable Fence All Your Fencing Needs, Reasonable Rates, 21 years experience. (704)640-0223

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Grading & Hauling

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Home Improvement

A HANDYMAN & MOORE Kitchen & Bath remodeling Quality Home Improvements Carpentry, Plumbing, Electric Clark Moore 704-213-4471

HMC Handyman Services. Any job around the house. Please call 704-239-4883

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Professional Services Unlimited Quality work at affordable prices NC G.C. #17608 NC Home Inspector #107. Complete contracting services, under home repairs, foundation & masonry repairs, light tractor work & property maintenence. Pier, dock & seawall repair. 36 Yrs Exp. 704-633-3584 www.professionalservicesunltd.com Duke C. Brown Sr. Owner Brisson - HandyMan Home Repair, Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, etc. Insured. 704-798-8199 Browning ConstructionStructural repair, flooring installations, additions, decks, garages. 704-637-1578 LGC

House Cleaning Home Maid Cleaning Service, 11 yrs. exp, Free Estimates & References. Call Regina 704.791.0046

Hometown Lawn Care & Handyman Service. Mowing, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, odd jobs ~inside & out. Comm, res. Insured. Free estimates. “No job too small” 704-433-7514 Larry Sheets, owner

Kitchens, Baths, Sunrooms, Remodel, Additions, Wood & Composite Decks, Garages, Vinyl Rails, Windows, Siding. & Roofing. ~ 704-633-5033 ~ T E M Framing Repairs, remodeling, vinyl siding, rails, windows, decks. From the basement to the roof and everything in between. 704-202-9663

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CASH FOR JUNK CARS And batteries. Call 704-279-7480 or 704-798-2930

CASH PAID for junk cars. $275 & up. Please call Tim at 980234-6649 for more info.

Roofing and Guttering

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Lawn Equipment Repair Services

Manufactured Home Services

Lyerly's ATV & Mower Repair Free estimates. All types of repairs Pickup/delivery avail. 704-642-2787

Mobile Home Supplies~ City Consignment Company New & Used Furniture. Please Call 704636-2004

Lawn Maint. & Landscaping

Masonry and Brickwork

Mowing, seeding, shrubs, retainer walls. All construction needs. Sr. Discount. 25 Yrs. Exper. Lic. Contractor

High quality work. Good prices on all your masonry needs. See me on Facebook

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TH Jones Mini-Max Storage 116 Balfour Street Granite Quarry Please 704-279-3808

Bowen Painting Interior and Exterior Painting 704-630-6976.

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Personal Services

Guttering, leaf guard, metal & shingle roofs. Ask about tax credits.

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Tree Service

Cathy's Painting Service Interior & exterior, new & repaints. 704-279-5335

Graham's Tree Service Free estimates, reasonable rates. Licensed, Insured, Bonded. 704-633-9304

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$3 U Pick Up. $3.50 delivered & $5 spread

Moving and Storage

Painting and Decorating

Billy J. Cranfield, Total Landscape

Personal Services

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704-239-1955

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Earl's Lawn Care ~ Pressure washing decks, houses, & driveways. 704636-3415 / 704-640-3842

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Miscellaneous Services

Outdoors By Overcash Mowing, shrub trimming & leaf blowing. 704-630-0120

Lawn Maint. & Landscaping

Around the House Repairs Carpentry. Electrical. Plumbing. H & H Construction 704-633-2219

B & L Home Improvement

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SALISBURY POST Autos

TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2011 • 11B

CLASSIFIED Motorcycles & ATVs

Trucks, SUVs & Vans

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Ford 2004 Ranger Edge, King Cab, V-6, automatic, power windows, cruise control, tilt, great condition. $5,995. 704-637-7327

Trucks, SUVs & Vans

ELLIS AUTO AUCTION 10 miles N. of Salisbury, Hwy 601, Sale Every Wednesday night 5:30 pm.

Harley Davidson 1995 Road King, 1340 cc, 44,500 miles, well maintained. $6,700. 704636-2267

Toyota Avalon XLS Sedan, 2006. Phantom gray exterior with graphite interior. Stock #F11054A. $18,587. Call 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

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Toyota Avalon XLS Sedan, 2002. Woodland Pearl w/Ivory interior. Stock #T11232A. $10,787. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com Honda 2005 VTX 1800 Titanium Silver, manufacturers Warranty in effect. Numerous extras with unit. $8,800. 704239-1765 Toyota Camry CE, 2000. White, automatic, AM/ FM/CD player. 4 door. 122,000 miles. $5,600. Please call 704-647-0881

Service & Parts

Authorized EZGO Dealer. 30 years selling, servicing GOLF CARS Golf Car Batteries 6 volt, 8 volt. Golf car utility sales. US 52, 5 miles south of Salisbury. Beside East Rowan HS & Old Stone Winery. Look for EZGO sign. 704-245-3660 Toyota Corolla LE, 2004. 4-speed automatic transmission, AM/FM/CD Player. 704-603-4255

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Dodge Dakota Sport, Regular Cab, 1999. White exterior with gray interior. Stock #F10461A. $4,987. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

GMC Yukon SLT, 2004. Summit white exterior with gray leather interior, 5.3 V8 auto transmission, Bose radio, full power ops, 4x4, alloy rims, RUNS & DRIVES AWESOME! 704-603-4255

GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT SUV, 2003. Green exterior with neutral/shale interior, Stock #F10528C2. $13,387. 1-800-542-9758. www.cloningerford.com

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Dodge Ram 1500 SLT, 2009. Austin Tan Pearlcoat w/Light Pebble Beige/Bark Brown interior. Stock #F10535A. $25,979. 1-800-542-9758. www.cloningerford.com

Honda S2000 Convertible, blue exterior with black interior. Stock # T10727A. $7,887. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Hummer H2 SUV, 2007. Pewter metallic exterior with ebony interior. Stock #F10462B. $32,987 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Hummer H3, 2006, birch white exterior with black cloth interior, 3.5 5 cylinder auto transmission, AM/FM/CD, DVD w/2 monitors, headrest chrome rims, EXTRA CLEAN! 704-603-4255

Infiniti QX4 SUV, 1998. Dover white exterior with gray interior. Stock #T11207B. $6,987 1-800-542-9758. www.cloningerford.com

Jeep Cherokee Classic SUV, 2001. Stone white clearcoat exterior with agate interior. Stock #F11124B1. $8,287. Call Now 1-800-542-9758. www.cloningerford.com

Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, 2008. Silver w/ Dark Slate Gray. Stock #T11223A. $19,087. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara SUV, 2007. Steel blue metallic exterior with dark slate gray interior. #F11055A. Stock $19,887. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Nissan Xterra S SUV, 2006. Solar Yellow Clearcoat exterior with charcoal interior. Stock #T10409A. $10,887 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Toyota 4Runner SR5 SUV, 2007. Titanium Metallic exterior with stone interior. Stock #T11219A. $22,887. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab, 2005. Super white exterior with graphite interior. Stock #F10525A. $9,487. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Toyota, 2002 Sienna XLE LOADED! Grey leather seats, 3.0 V6 back with auto trans, tape, cd changer, all pwr. Dual heated seats, sunroof low price what more could you ask for! 704-603-4255

Toyota Highlander V6, 2007. Millennium Silver Metallic w/ Ash interior. Stock #F11121A. $15,487. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Volvo XC90 T6 AWD, 2005 gold w/tan leather int., V6, twin turbo, tiptronic trans. All pwr opt., AM/FM/CD changer, dual power/heated seats, alloy rims, navigation, Ready for that special buyer! 704-603-4255

Jeep Wrangler Limited, 2005. Bright silver metallic exterior w/black cloth interior. 6-speed, hard top, 29K miles. 704-603-4255

Saturn VUE V6 SUV, Storm gray 2007. clearcoat exterior with gray interior. Stock #F10528D1. $14,787 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

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Volkswagen 2007 Jetta GLl. Black w/gray int., 4 turbo, front cylinder wheel drive, anti-lock brakes, keyless, alloy wheels, spoiler. 56,325 mi., $13,995. 704-4252913 or 704-856-8129

Transportation Dealerships

Tim Marburger Dodge 287 Concord Pkwy N. Concord, NC 28027 704-792-9700 Tim Marburger Honda 1309 N First St. (Hwy 52) Albemarle NC 704-983-4107 Troutman Motor Co. Highway 29 South, Concord, NC 704-782-3105

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Eddie Bauer Ford Expedition, 2006. Oxford white/ tan cloth interior. 5.4 V8 auto trans, all power ops, AM/FM/CD changer, Sunroof, alloy rims. Lighted running boards, 3rd seat. LIKE NEW !!!! 704-603-4255

Ford Escape XLT SUV, 2009. Gray exterior with charcoal interior. Stock #T11062A. $19,687 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Ford Escape XLT, 2001. Yellow exterior with medium graphite interior. Stock # F10556A. $6,887. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

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Ford Expedition Limited, 2007. Black clearcoat w/ Charcoal Black/Caramel interior. Stock #F11192A. $24,887. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

We are the area's largest selection of quality preowned autos. Financing avail. to suit a variety of needs. Carfax avail. No Gimmicks – We take pride in giving excellent service to all our customers.

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Autos

Trucks, SUVs & Vans

Ford 2001 Mustang GT, V-8, red, 70,500 miles, immaculate condition. 704857-8991. Leave message.

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Volvo, 2006 S60 2.5T Onyx black with cream leather interior, sunroof, cd player, all power, alloy wheels, super nice! 704-603-4255

Collector Cars

CLASSIC!! Ford, Coach, 1946. Replacement parts incl. Motor runs. $6,000. Call 704-640-0602. Lv. msg.

Cadillac Escalade EXT, 2003, white diamond exterior with gray leather, 6.0, V8 auto transmission, AM/FM/CD, navigation, fully loaded, all power, SUNROOF, 3 TV's, alloy rims, EXCELLENT CONDITION 704-603-4255

Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 LTZ, 2007. Black exterior w/ebony/light cashmere interior. Stock #F10336A. $24,687. 1800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Ford F-150 Lariat Extended Cab, 1997. pacific green clearcoat metallic exterior with medium prairie tan interior. Stock # F11124B2. $6,987. 1800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

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Tuesday, March 8 There is a strong possibility that you will establish a number of new relationships with certain people whom you’ve always thought of as special. With their influence, you’ll be able to realize a number of major achievements. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Companions are likely to respond to your requests if you appeal more to their emotions than to their logic. This will be especially true with people whom you’ve helped in the past. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Don’t be surprised if friends look to you for advice and direction in all the shared involvements you have with them. When asked, take the helm and lead the way. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — If you sense the odds are tilted in your favor when it comes to competitive, career situations, rejoice, as long as you don’t make the mistake of underestimating the competition. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Be optimistic regarding the outcome of an important career situation that has looked rather bleak. You’d be right in thinking that your ship is coming in at last. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — You have the ability to mastermind important work-related situations that have stymied others, when you run across certain factors they have overlooked. Be alert and on your toes. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — The best way to win brownie points with your friends is to be sensitive to their needs. There is little you can do wrong in their eyes if thoughtfulness is your first consideration. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — This could be the day that you’ve been waiting for, to negotiate a few points with the boss that you hope would improve circumstances at work. Speak up if you get the chance. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — It behooves you not to be too reticent about revealing your feelings to someone you recently met and whom you find appealing. Don’t be too pushy, but remember, romance eludes the faint of heart. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Even if the methods you use appear to confound observers, if they work for you in achieving your goals, go ahead and apply them. Like Woody Allen and Larry David, use whatever works. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Get out and pound the pavement, because your sales skills are likely to be honed to a razor’s edge at this point in time. Promote anything you truly believe in. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Your keen mind could award you with certain advantages concerning your financial affairs. All that is required of you is a good challenge that spurs you to action. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Something a bit mysterious will add an appealing dimension to your personality. Don’t think you have to play a role, just relax and be yourself, and things will take care of themselves. Trying to patch up a broken romance? The Astro-Graph Matchmaker can help you understand what to do to make the relationship work. Send for your Matchmaker set by mailing $3 to Astro-Graph, P.O. Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092-0167. United FeatUre Syndicate

Today’s celebrity birthdays Actress Lynn Redgrave is 67. Musicianactor Micky Dolenz of the Monkees is 65. Singer Peggy March is 62. Singer Gary Numan is 52. Actor Aidan Quinn is 51. Actress Camryn Manheim (The Practice) is 49. Singer Shawn Mullins is 42. Actress Andrea Parker (Less than Perfect) is 41. Actor Freddie Prinze Jr. (24) is 34. Actor James Van Der Beek (Mercy) is 33.

Many causes for non-diabetic neuropathy of feet The temptation in today’s deal must be resisted your physician’s office and might include examination and history as well as a check of your muscle strength, the ability to detect specific sensations and reflexes. Your physician may also choose to order laboratory testing to determine whether your thyroid is functioning properly, if you have any vitamin deficiencies or malfunction of your liver and kidneys. A nerveconduction study can measure the speed with which your nerves carry electrical signals. A CT or MRI might be ordered to determine whether you suffer from a herniated disc or other abnormalities. Finally, a nerve biopsy can be ordered. This test can reveal abnormalities; however, it will not always be clear what has damaged the nerves to cause the neuropathy. Treatment consists of treating any underlying diseases and over-the-counter pain relievers for mild cases. As symptoms exacerbate, heavier prescription drugs might follow. When those fail to offer relief from pain, drugs such as codeine might be ordered. Some medications, such as lidocaine patches, antidepressants and anti-seizure drugs, have shown promise when prescribed for nerve pain. On the home front, I recommend you stop smoking if you currently do so, exercise regularly if your physician approves, massage your feet to improve circulation, and avoid activity such as crossing your legs when sitting, a habit that can worsen the nerve damage. Readers who are interest-

ed in learning more about this and other debilitating pain issues can order my Health Report “Managing Chronic Pain” by sending a self-addressed stamped No. 10 envelope and a $2 check or money order made payable to Newsletter and mailed to Newsletter, P.O. Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092-0167. Be sure to mention the title or print an order form off my website at www.AskDrGottMD.com. 

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Dear Dr. Gott: My mother is 79 and had a brother who died from complications of colon cancer. She is scheduled for another colonoscopy soon, and we wonder whether there is a point at which this uncomfortable procedure will no longer be recommended. What are your thoughts on the benefits versus the risks, or is it an individual decision based on the person’s health history? Dear Reader: To my knowledge, there is no set age at which colonoscopy is no longer recommended. Your mother’s medical history will tell the story. She should discuss her concerns with her physician. It is also her right to discontinue the testing whenever she chooses regardless of a doctor’s advice. Dr. Peter H. Gott is a retired physician and the author of several books, including “Live Longer, Live Better,” “Dr. Gott’s No Flour, No Sugar Diet” and “Dr. Gott’s No Flour, No Sugar Cookbook,” which are available at most bookstores or online. His website is www.AskDrGottMD.com. United FeatUre Syndicate

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Friedrich Nietzsche claimed that “every man has his price” is wrong. He said that there is bait for every man that he cannot resist swallowing. You must resist temptation in today’s deal. How would you play in four hearts after West leads the club king? North’s best rebid would have been threeand-a-half hearts! If he had settled for three hearts, you might have passed after devaluing your spade king. It looks so tempting to take the trump finesse. Given West’s overcall, surely it has a better than 50-50 chance of success.

However, first, you should realize that if you lose a heart trick to West, your contract is safe. You will concede at most two spades and

one heart. Second, if you try the heart finesse and it loses, you will put your contract in jeopardy. East will shift to the spade eight, West will take two tricks in the suit, then give East a spade ruff: down one. At trick two, play a heart to dummy’s ace and continue with a second heart. You will go down only if East started with king-third of hearts, when nothing would have worked. Phillip Alder is teaching during the American Contract Bridge League’s Sectional at Sea from July 19 to 26 aboard Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth. The cruise starts and ends in Southampton, England, and goes to the Norwegian fjords and the North Cape. Details are at www.phillipalderbridge.com

Warner: Sheen fired from ‘Two and a Half Men’ LOS ANGELES (AP) — Charlie Sheen was fired Monday from “Two and a Half Men” by Warner Bros. Television following the actor’s bouts of wild partying, repeated hospitalizations and a bitter media campaign against his studio bosses. The action was taken after “careful consideration” and is effective immediately, the studio said in a statement. No decision has been made on the show’s future without its star, Warner spokesman Paul McGuire said. Sheen, 45, who has used TV, radio and social media to create a big megaphone for himself, was not silent for long. In a text to the Associat-

ed Press, he responded with the F-word and, “They lose,” followed by the word “Trolls.” Asked if he planned to sue, Sheen texted back, “Big.” As for his next move, Sheen texted, “A big one.” A call to his attorney, Marty Singer, seeking comment was not immediately returned Monday. CBS declined to comment. The firing capped a rare, raging public battle between a Hollywood star and those who employ him, with Sheen claiming the right to live as he pleased — including the acknowledged use of illegal drugs, although he’s said he is currently clean — as long as he showed up sober and ready to work.

“Two and a Half Men,” which debuted in 2003, starred Sheen as womanizing bachelor Charlie Harper, who creates an ad hoc family with his neurotic brother, the divorced Alan (Jon Cryer) and Alan’s son, Jake (Angus T. Jones).

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Dear Dr. Gott: Please tell me about non-diabetic neuropathy of the feet. What causes it? Is there any cure? Dear Reader: The word neuropathy signifies nerve damage. People commonly associate it with diabetes; however, a number of other possible causes for the disorder include alcoholism, hypothyroidism, CharcotMarie-Tooth syndrome, celiac disease, deficiency of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), kidney and/or liver disorders, DR. PETER G u i l l a i n Barre synGOTT drome, varicella-zoster infection (shingles), hepatitis C, HIV/AIDS, exposure to toxins, traumatic injury and more. Neuropathy can affect our nerves, muscles, joints and organs. When it occurs in the legs, it can cause a feeling of numbness in the feet, gait abnormalities, burning, aching, tingling and trouble walking. Our nervous systems involve the brain and spinal cord. All nerves in other parts of the body are referred to as our peripheral nervous system. Peripheral neuropathy (PN) typically begins in the longest nerves — the toes. It can affect nerves that control muscles, blood pressure, bladder function, heart rate and more. PN can ultimately lead to numbness of the feet or hands, a burning sensation, muscle weakness, lack of coordination and a great deal more. Diagnosis should begin in

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