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Freightliner adding 225 jobs Detective out; email inquiry continues Wife loses job at tax office; SBI looks into how memo was sent BY KARISSA MINN

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SALISBURY — State agents are investigating whether a former detective with the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office broke the law by creating a fake email address to send an embarrassing memo to the newspaper and county officials. Rowan County Sheriff Kevin Auten said the SBI is looking into the matter involving Jason Whitley, who left the department March 28. Whitley, who specialized in investigating Internet crime, is accused of sending the email using the name of a woman who worked with his wife in the post file photo Rowan Tax Assessor’s Detective Jason WhitOffice. ley resigned from the His wife, Stephanie sheriff’s ofﬁce. Whitley, was fired Monday, according to county officials. The county could not release the dismissal notice until she has a chance to appeal, according to County Manager Gary Page. Both Whitleys left after an internal investi-

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Duke energy has placed 1,560 solar panels at the Cleveland freightliner plant to meet requirements for renewable energy.

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CLEVELAND — New jobs are coming to Freightliner in Cleveland, and officials have discussed adding a second shift at the truck manufacturing plant, an executive said Thursday. Daimler Trucks North America, parent company of Freightliner, plans to add 225 jobs by June, said Roger Nielsen, Daimler’s chief operating officer. Officials are considering adding a second shift, Nielsen said. And if market conditions continue to improve, Freightliner employees will have the opportunity to work overtime by this summer, he said. “There is a strong customer need for trucks,” Nielsen said. NIELSEN He was in town to promote the solar farm Duke Energy has installed in Freightliner’s front yard. The 1,560 solar panels generate 359 kilowatts of energy — enough electricity to power 38 homes — and help Duke Energy meet new requirements for renewable energy. Layoffs in 2007 and 2008 decimated the workforce at Freightliner, which once employed 4,000 people and manufactured 220 trucks per day. Employment fell to 695 workers, and production bottomed out at 32 trucks per day. Rowan County and the town of Cleveland gave Freightliner economic incentives in 2009 to protect the remaining jobs and begin production of military vehicles. Plant Manager Mike McCurry said the plant is on track to hit 87 trucks daily by August, with 1,100 current employees now turning out 68 trucks per day. The 225 new jobs will include truck assemblers and

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Randy hambright talks to students Katelyn lee and tatiana landaverde of Cleveland elementary school at the final chassis area of the freightliner plant thursday. skilled tradesmen. The company’s market share, now about 40 percent, is growing, Nielsen said. Bringing on a second shift “would really depend on a lot of factors,” he said. “We are talking about, at some point, adding a second shift,” he said. “We are in preparations.” Economic indicators for the trucking industry are “absolutely favorable,” Nielsen said, although the company is keeping a close eye on gas prices. So far, the rising cost of driving a truck hasn’t hampered Daimler’s expansion plans. Even at $5 per gallon in 2008, fuel prices

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didn’t affect production, Nielsen said. “But it is a factor for consumers,” he said. “It’s still a great concern.” Duke Energy signed a 25-year lease for the solar panels in Freightliner’s front yard. Nielsen and others commemorated the partnership with a Switch On ceremony. The panels have been collecting energy from the sun since December. Duke has invested $50 million so far in 18 solar sites across the state on the ground and rooftops, said Tony Almeida, a Duke Energy vice president who lives in Rowan

The parents of a Rowan County sailor killed in the October 2000 bombing of the USS Cole say they hope the refiling of charges against the alleged planner of the attack means someone will finally be held accountable. Ronald Francis, the father of fallen sailor Lakeina Francis of Woodleaf, hesitated to react to the news Thursday. He said the charges have been dropped before and could be again. After all, it took nearly 11 years just to get to this point.

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Strolling with Boxie: Wilson Smith covered a lot of ground ALISBURY — It’s difficult for me to write about Wilson Smith without mentioning “Boxie.” For five years, back in the 1980s, Wilson and Evelyeen Smith had a backyard visitor every summer — a box turtle, who seemed to hang around from May to September. Wilson Smith would dig up worms from his compost pile to feed Boxie. The turtle also liked cantaloupe and would eat out of MARK Wilson and EvelyWINEKA een’s hands. He

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even walked around the yard with them. Wilson had to be careful when he mowed because Boxie would follow him, like a turtle-puppy. The most incredible thing was that Evelyeen could go to the back door and in a high-pitched voice yell, “Boxie, Boxie,” and the box turtle would emerge from the Smiths’ backyard flower bed and amble up to her. He sometimes rubbed against her feet and legs. I have other memories of Wilson Smith, the Food Lion cofounder who died Wednesday at age 93. They mostly come after he retired from Food Town and had more time for the Salisbury Kiwanis Club, St. John’s Lutheran

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Church and all the institutions he realized his money and time could help — from the hospital to LenoirRhyne University. He had what I like to call a fast walk. While I’m an ambler, like Boxie, Wilson Smith covered ground quickly, as if he were speeding down a grocery store aisle, looking for another shelf to arrange. Smith always seemed to have a purpose, and many times it was directed at looking out for others. Jim Freeman, retired president of Rowan Regional Medical Center, said Smith considered everyone he knew family. When Freeman talked with Smith on the telephone, “He would make you feel like that was the

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most important call he received today, and you were the most important person.” My wife and I can vouch for that. When my wife taught pre-school deaf children, Smith often would accompany her class to the old Tatum Tree Farm in Davie County and saw down a tree her students had chosen. At the birth of our two sons, Smith hand-painted the “It’s A Boy” sign that we hung from our front awning. We still have that sign. I think he invented random acts of kindness. He became a father figure to

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gation began, Page said. A message left at the couple’s home Thursday was not returned. The email was sent Feb. 22 to all five Rowan County commissioners and blind copied to several other recipients, including Salisbury Post reporters. It contained a memorandum that had been given to employees at the Tax Assessor’s Office. The memorandum outlines a behavior policy for those who work with or in view of the public. The memo includes rules against employees “belching or passing gas” and slumping in their chairs. The email, which had “Appropriate Behavior?” written in the subject line, said the following: “To whom it may concern, We were strongly earged (sic) to sign this yesterday. I am curious why natural bodily functions and our posture have become an issue to Rowan County that we have to sign memo’s (sic) of this nature. Thank you” The email appeared to be sent using a Hotmail account registered to Melody Patterson, an employee in the Tax Assessor’s Office who transferred there in November from the Department of Social Services. After Patterson and her father complained to the county, an investigation determined she did not send the email. Patterson said Thursday she has been told Stephanie Whitley doesn’t like her, even though the two women don’t know each other. And Patterson said she has never met Jason Whitley. “The fact that it’s someone in law enforcement is very disheartening, because you put your trust in people in law enforcement,” she said. Jason Whitley faces a potential charge of misuse of a government computer, Auten said. The Sheriff’s Office, District Attorney Brandy Cook and Salisbury Police Chief Rory Collins asked the SBI investigate. Pending court cases on which Whitley worked as an investigator have been reviewed by Cook and Lt. Chad Moose of the Sheriff’s Office, and some may have to be reinvestigated, Auten said. Cook

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FROM 1a the Marsh twins, Ronnie and Donnie. The Marshes grew up about two blocks from the Smiths and attended school with Ronnie Smith, Wilson’s oldest son. As soon as they could drive, the Marshes hired on as produce clerks at the Food Town No. 1 store at Ketner Center. That was in 1963. They eventually would become well-known store managers in Salisbury and lifelong friends with Smith. After their retirement from Food Lion, the Marsh boys became tobacco salesmen and always made sure Smith had a good chewing tobacco supply. “The most giving family man I ever met,” Donnie Marsh said. Before he died in the hospital, Smith no doubt was worried most about Evelyeen back home. Wilson Smith was devoted to his wife. They were married 67 years, but he liked to say she was married twoand-a-half years longer than he was, because of the time they spent apart during World War II. After a quick honeymoon in Florida, Smith shipped out from there to the fighting overseas, leaving Evelyeen to be a young, but never forgotten bride back in Salisbury. Every day of those twoand-a-half years they didn’t see each other, they wrote. They first met while Wilson was visiting Evelyeen’s sister, and he inquired about the younger girl with gorgeous legs and a nice bicycle. Over the years, he liked to tell people he was particularly interested in Evelyeen’s bicycle. Many people also speak of Wilson Smith as one of the finest Christian men they

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Wilson Smith and Ralph Ketner stopped by the first Food town in the Ketner Center in 1971. had known. Freeman said Smith delivered a number of speeches over time on the hospital’s behalf and, without fail, he always gave credit for the richness of his life and his ability to help others to God. “He was always quick to recount that it was by God’s grace that he was able to do what he was doing,” Freeman said. I’ve heard friends say that when Wilson Smith goes to heaven he’ll probably stay busy, rearranging shelves or making signs. The family has made sure he makes the trip with chewing tobacco. They’ve put a pouch, courtesy of the Marsh boys, in his pants pocket. I forgot to mention that Boxie, the turtle, had a distinctive white diamond on his back. One summer Boxie didn’t show up in the Smiths’ backyard, and they never saw him again. Turtles can live a long time. Stop if you see one in dan-

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Auten will break out razor if enough Relay funds are raised B Y S HELLEY S MITH ssmith@salisburypost.com

Has Rowan County Sheriff Kevin Auten pulled a Britney Spears — minus the breakdown — and shaved off every hair on his head? Not yet. But he will May 13 on stage at Rowan County’s Relay for Life event at the Rowan County Fairgrounds if enough money comes in to the sheriff’s office RePhoto illustration by lay team. andy mooney/salisbury Post Auten is challenging his team to What sheriff Kevin auten raise $5,000 for his might look like if his relay campaign — Shave for life team raises $5,000. the Sheriff — that focuses on one of his wife’s co-workers and friends, Stacy Beaver, who has breast cancer.

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SALISBURY — Authorities have charged a Salisbury man who they say was operating three meth labs in two counties. The first was found in the trunk of a Honda Accord. The second, inside a safe in the man’s home. And the third, at his girlfriend’s house in Charlotte. Richard Lee Jones, 39, of 135 Hilltop Lane, was charged with possession with intent to sell methamphetamine, JONES manufacturing methamphetamine, possession of precursor chemicals, maintaining a vehicle for controlled substances and possession of drug paraphernalia. After authorities searched his home,

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SALISBURY — Nancy Clarkson was sitting at her Salisbury home when everything went dark. She had no electricity, and it wasn’t a storm-related outage. Unbeknownst to the 64-year-old, who uses an oxygen machine powered by electricity, her bill had not been paid in months and Duke Energy had just disconnected her. “They drove to the side of the house and shut it off,” Clarkson said. Clarkson thought her 26-year-old grandson, who had been living with her, was paying her utility bill. “He told me it was paid,” she said. But he had not been paying the bill, Clarkson said, and when he took off, he left her owing nearly $1,000 to the power company. He later called from Maryland to tell her he wasn’t returning. Clarkson scrambled to get power so she could receive oxygen. She lives in a mobile home park and ran two 100-foot extension cords from her daughter’s home to her home. She was tapping into her daughter’s electricity for four days before service was finally restored.

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Police Department contacted the sheriff’s office, and investigators began watching Jones, authorities said. Later the sheriff’s office learned that Jones would be delivering methamphetamine somewhere in the Atwell community Wednesday night,

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STUDENTS GET POLITICAL Rep. Coble makes a visit to Corriher-Lipe Middle School BY SARAH CAMPBELL scampbell@salisburypost.com

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POWER FROM 3A Clarkson said she contacted Duke Energy to notify them she needed her electricity because she was on oxygen. They told her she needed to pay at least $600 of the bill. “Duke Power is trying to make me responsible for a bill that is not in my name,” she said. Clarkson said she is struggling on her own. She has osteoporosis, is in the second stage of emphysema, and had a stint inserted after a heart attack. Clarkson also has a thyroid disease and isn’t able to move around like she used to in her days working construction. “When I look in the mirror, I see an 84-year-old,” Clarkson said. It has been stressful for Clarkson, who said she made numerous phone calls to get power restored. She called local agencies including Rowan County Social Services. Clarkson said her other grandson, Russell Proctor, has been a big help to her. So has her home health nurse, Tonya Allison, a certified nursing assistant who also made phone calls on Clarkson’s behalf. Allison said she was at the home the day the Duke Energy employee cut the power. Neither Allison nor Clarkson knows how service was restored. The women say they believe someone who knows Clarkson’s grandson paid it, or someone from social services enrolled Clarkson in an energy assistance program. Clarkson maintains she did not owe Duke Energy any money. “I told them I wouldn’t pay them. I didn’t owe them. What I owed them, I paid them,” she said. Clarkson said she wants people to know this can happen. “I hope somebody would stand up and listen. How many other people are putting up with the same?” she said. Duke Energy spokeswoman Betsy Conway said she could not speak about Clarkson’s situation, but she did discuss the options customers have if this happens to them. Duke Energy has a Medical Alert program that recognizes customers with special medical needs. Those customers receive extra notices before disconnection. However, participation in the program doesn’t mean that a customer’s power will not be disconnected for nonpayment or interrupted due to an outage, Conway said. “Also, when there is a major outage, participation does not mean that you will be the first to have power restored,” she said. What this program means is “an extra level of service for these individuals,” Conway said. And even if someone else pays the bills, Conway said, it’s important for customers with special needs to keep the account in their own name, “so that person can have control and know it’s being paid.” If a customer gets behind on payment, he or she should call customer service and ask about issues with paying the bill. The company can refer customers to various programs for assistance. “The earlier you call the better,” she said. Conway said Duke Energy tries to find a solution be-

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KANNAPOLIS — Melvin Lee Lambert, 84, of Washington Lane, died at Carolinas Medical Center-NorthEast in Concord on Thursday, April 21, 2011. Mr. Lambert was born June 22, 1926, in Davie County, the son of the late L.V. Lambert and the late Annie Black Lambert. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Amy Lynn Lambert; and three brothers, Rosco Lambert, W.T. Lambert and Ray Lambert He was a lifelong resident of this area and a self employed carpenter. He was a member of the Baptist faith and a proud veteran of the U.S. Army serving during World War II. Survivors include his wife, Mary Evelyn Wilkerson Lambert of the home; two daughters, Darlene L. Shirley (Jim) of Columbia, S.C., and Jane W. Humphries (Bert) of Monroe; two sons, David Wayne Lambert (Tammy) and Eric Lee Lambert (Teena), both of Kannapolis; four grandchildren, Michael Shirley, Allan Lambert (Samantha), Savannah Humphries and Brooks Humphries; a sister, Dorothy Mae Thomasee of Kannapolis; and special niece and caregiver Cindy Eckrote of Rockwell. Service and Visitation: The funeral service for Mr. Lambert will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 25 graveside services at Carolina Memorial Park conducted by Rev. Herman Adsher and Rev. Jon L. Estes. Military graveside rites will be conducted by Cabarrus County Veterans Honor Guard. The family will receive friends at Whitley's Funeral Home on Monday from 12 to 1:45 p.m. before the service. The family wishes to offer their personal thanks to the staff of Avante' at Concord for their love, kindness and support shown to the Lambert family. Memorials: May be made to Jackson Park Baptist Church, 1005 Jackson St., Kannapolis, NC 28083. Online condolences can be left at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com

KANNAPOLIS — Mrs. Margaret Irene Jackson Davis, 72, passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2011, at Carolinas Medical Center-NorthEast in Concord after two years of declining health. Mrs. Davis was born June 30, 1938, in Chesterfield, S.C. She was the second to the oldest child of 16 children of the late Lonnie B. Jackson and Lucy Irene Horne Jackson. She worked as a spinner for 16 years at Cannon Mills and for 12 years at Old Dominion in Landis before retiring. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Cletus M. Davis; grandson Eric Howell, Jr.; son-in-law Charles D. Weddington, Sr.; four sisters, Sylvia Burris, Ruby Horne, Debra Sutherland and Ellen Jackson; three brothers, Gerald, Richard and Randy; and two unnamed infants. Mrs. Davis is survived by two daughters, Jan I. Weddington and Linda D. Burris, both of Kannapolis; granddaughter Crystal A. Eller and boyfriend Gabe Basinger; grandson Jeremy Gainey and wife Heather; three greatgranddaughters, Erika Eller, Samara and Karlie Gainey; one sister, Ellie Burch and husband Jackie of Mount Croghan, S.C.; one adopted daughter, Bernice “Bebe” Thomas of Kannapolis; five brothers, Rev. Harry Jackson and wife Amy, James Jackson and wife Judy and Michael Jackson, all of Kannapolis, Harold Jackson and wife Peggy of China Grove and Ray Jackson and wife Diane of Mount Croghan, S.C.; lots of nieces and nephews; and best friends Gary and Pam Hamrick and Helen Ross. Service: A funeral service is scheduled for today, Friday, April 22 at 2 p.m. at Lady's Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Raymond Ross will officiate. Interment will follow at Carolina Memorial Park in Kannapolis. Remembrances may be left for the family at www.ladysfuneralhome.com. Lady's Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family of Mrs. Davis.

SALISBURY — Mr. Harry Clinton Parrish, 94, of Salisbury, passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at The Lutheran Home at Trinity Oaks. Mr. Parrish was born March 7, 1917, in Salisbury to the late Roxie Kirk Parrish and Charlie Rose Parrish. He was educated in Salisbury city schools. Harry was employed with Southern Railway Company in 1937 at the transfer shed and transferred to the road in 1939, working as a fireman. He was promoted to engineer and retired in October 1978. He proudly served his country during World War II with the Army Air Force from 1943 to 1945. He was a Staff Sergeant with the 9th Bomber Unit's 5th Bomb Squadron. He was an air gunner on the B-29 bomber “Nip Nemesis.” Harry flew 33 Missions from the Mariana Islands in the Pacific. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross five times during his Army Air Force service. He also received Air Medal with four Oak Leaf Clusters for Heroism and the Presidential Medal. Mr. Parrish had never received all his World War II medals, so on Oct. 8, 2010, his niece Tamara and husband Charlie Long presented him with a shadow box with all of his medals including the World War II Victory Medal. He also received a ball cap with the B-29 and all his military ribbons on it. Harry was so proud of it that he would show them to anyone who came into his room at The Lutheran Home at Trinity Oaks in Salisbury. He was a member of Enon Baptist Church and a member of Andrew Jackson Masonic Lodge 576 AF&AM and Eastern Star Chapter 117, where he served as District Deputy of Eastern Star. He was well-known and well-loved in Salisbury. Harry was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife Ollie Mae Parrish. Those left to cherish his memory include three nieces, Joyce Brady, Tamara Long and Rita Peterson; and one nephew, Steven Earnhardt. Service: Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m. Monday (April 25) at Summersett Memorial Chapel with Rev. Dennis DeLong officiating. Interment will follow at Rowan Memorial Park. Visitation: The family will receive friends from 12 to 2 p.m. Monday at Summersett Funeral Home. Memorials: May be made to VFW Post 3006, 1200 Brenner Ave., Salisbury, NC 28144. Summersett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com

CHINA GROVE — Ms. Gerri Suzzanne Roig, 46, of China Grove, passed away peacefully April 17, 2011, at her residence surrounded by her mother and brothers. Gerri was a beloved daughter, mother, sister and grandmother. Gerri was born July 20, 1964, in Dade County, Fla., to Ms. Judith Skolnick Roig of Salisbury and the late Reynold Michael Roig. She was educated in the Dade County schools, was in the landscaping business and of the Jewish faith. In addition to her mother, she is survived by two sons, Michael Setren of Toccoa, Ga., Mark Schwarzbach of Miami, Fla.; one daughter, Michelle Schwarzbach of Miami, Fla.; two brothers, Stephen Roig and Nelson Roig of Salisbury; and four grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to ALS Foundation, 1010 Edgehill Road N., Charlotte, NC 28107. “Hear, Israel, the Lord is our God. The Lord is One.” Evergreen Cremation Services is assisting the Roig family.

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Constance S. Purcell TROUTMAN — Mrs. Constance Sherrill (Stevenson) Purcell, 80, of Troutman, died April 20, 2011, at Gordon Hospice & Palliative Care of Iredell County, Statesville, following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Purcell was born March 2, 1931, in Iredell County to the late Conover and Mary Bell Sherrill. She was a dedicated member of Mount Tabor Presbyterian Church, Cleveland, serving as an Elder, in the Senior Mass Choir, Presbyterian Women's Organization, Salem Presbyterian Ministerial Alliance Committee and Senior Choir. Constance was a member of Order of the Eastern StarChapter Omega 242 and served as a Past Worthy Matron and in other capacities. Survivors include her daughter, Ms. Delois Stevenson Winford of Troutman; two sisters, Mrs. Lois S. Clarke of Troutman and Ms. Josephine S. Carter of Winston-Salem; seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and a host other relatives and friends. Service and Visitation: Funeral Service will be held Saturday, April 23 at Mt. Tabor Presbyterian Church at 2 p.m. Family Visitation will be held 30 minutes prior Services. Body will lie in state 1 hour at the church. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Rev. George C. Goodman, pastor, officiating. W.H. Bryant, A.E. Grier & Sons Funeral Home, Mooresville, serving the Purcell family.

Elizabeth Pearson Fields SALISBURY — Mrs. Elizabeth Pearson Fields, of Hawkinstown Road, passed on Monday, April 18, 2011, at Rowan Regional Medical Center. Born June 6, 1938, in Lexington, she was a daughter of the late Urshell and Elizabeth Murphy Pearson. She attended public schools in Lexington, N.C., and graduated from J.C. Price High School Class of 1958. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from Livingstone College and Master's degree in Education Administration from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She did other studies at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, NCA&T State University and the University of Western Kentucky. Her career included: private kindergarten teacher, 19601965; director of Miller Recreation Center, 1965-1972; Head Start/Early Head Start Day Care director, 1972-2001; interim executive director of SRCAA Inc., 2001-2002; executive director of SRCAA Inc., 2003-2011. Mrs. Fields was a member of First Calvary Baptist Church, where she was past chairman and present senior trustee of the Trustee Board; church treasurer; past choir member; member of Baptist Training Unit (BTU); member of Missionary Unit 135; and past president and member of General Missionary. She was also active in various other committees and organizations. Her community activities included membership in Alpha Alpha Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.; membership in Las Amigos; member of Board of Directors at Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home, Inc.; past Board of Director member of Rowan-Cabarrus Community College; and various other committees and organizations. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Jake” Fields, Jr., on April 26, 2009; a son, Charles Fields, III; and sister Elaine Pearson. Survivors include son Eddie D. Fields, Sr. (Carol) of Lexington; daughter Scarlette Fields-Johnson (Charles) of Upper Marlboro, Md.; one brother, Edward L. Pearson, Sr. (Mollucye) of Philadelphia, Pa.; three sisters, Sara P. Ross of Baltimore, Md., Rev. Minnie D. Pearson of Hyattsville, Md., and Mary P. Perkins of Willingboro, N.J.; four grandchildren, Darrick Horton, Monica Fields, Eddie Fields, Jr. and Chad Ellis Johnson; two great-grandchildren; special nephew Urshell “Charlie” Pearson; special niece Ramona Pearson Hunter; sister-in-law Rena Fields Morgan (Thomas); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation and Celebration of Life: Friday, 5-7 p.m. at First Calvary Baptist Church. Homegoing Celebration: Saturday at 2 p.m. at Varick Auditorium, Livingstone College. Rev. Leamon E. Brown, pastor, First Calvary Baptist Church, is in charge of services. Burial: Oakwood Cemetery. Public Viewing: Friday, 2-7 p.m. at First Calvary Baptist Church, and Saturday, 11 a.m. until service time at Varick Auditorium, Livingstone College. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Elizabeth P. Fields Humanitarian Scholarship Fund, address to be provided by family. Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home, Inc. is assisting the Fields family. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.nobleandkelsey.com

Earnestine Stoner — Mrs. SALISBURY Earnestine “Tiney” Stoner, of South Long Street, passed Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, WinstonSalem. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date by Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home, Inc.

Micheala Sloan Piedra MOCKSVILLE — Micheala Denise Sloan Piedra, 44, of Mount View Drive, passed Thursday, April 21, 2011, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem. Arrangements are incomplete with services entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home, Inc. in Salisbury.

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ATLANTA, Ga. — George Morris Taylor, passed away on April 18, 2011, in Atlanta, after a brief illness. At the time of his death, he was 98 years of age. He retired from Southern Bell of North Carolina in 1977 after 37 years of service. He held multiple posts over the state, his last position being in Charlotte, N,C. He had lived in Clearwater, Fla., since 1980 before moving to Atlanta in 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife, Camille Templeton Taylor. He is survived by his daughter, Carolyn Taylor Biggers of Atlanta; son William Lake Taylor of Richmond, Va.; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at www.hmpattersonspringhill.com.

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Coble to be so honest. “I was very impressed that he actually admitted that he regrets putting troops in Iraq,” she said. “That led me to think he’s a real person because he was so open about that. “ Arnold’s brother recently returned to Rowan County after a year of service in Iraq. Several students were just happy to meet Coble. “I was kind of nervous because my whole family is part of the Republican party, so it

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Coble: We have spent money that we don’t have for so long that we are going to have to address the reckless, imprudent spending that has brought us to this precipice. It’s going to be difficult, it’s going to be painful. ... The budget the next fiscal year will be examined soon and it’s going to be generously laced with cutting back on spending. I think President Obama made a mistake when he concluded the No. 1 issue in the country was health care. I think health care is an important issue, but I think the No. 1 issue facing the constituents I represent in Rowan County and five other counties is lack of jobs and imprudent spending.

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FRom 3a and authorities spotted and stopped Jones, finding the mobile meth lab in his trunk. Authorities took Jones’ car back to his Hilltop Lane home and secured the scene, watching it overnight until the SBI and waste removal teams arrived Thursday morning. Thursday’s search of the home found another “box lab,” which authorities say is a mixture of household chemicals and medications in a two-liter bottle, inside a safe, along with 10 handguns, seven rifles, two assault rifles and three shotguns, 4 grams of finished methamphetamine, 200 milliliters of liquid methamphetamine and $400 cash. Alisha Philemon, who lives across the street from Jones, said she’s very disturbed to know what’s been going on in her neighborhood, just 50 feet from where her two children play. “We had no idea whatsoever,” she said. “That stuff could blow up at any minute and the fumes could harm us.” Philemon said her hus-

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kind of caught steam.” Joining Auten on stage will be Terry and Stacy Beaver, who plan to help shave his locks with the sponsor, Great Clips. Those wishing to donate can visit www.relayforlife. org, drop off or mail checks to the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office, 232 N. Main St., Salisbury, N.C., 28144. Auten said Cheerwine slushies will also be available as part of the fundraiser. “We’ll make it,” he said. “I’m confident we will.” For more information or questions, contact the sheriff’s office at 704-216-8700.

Amtrak resumes Piedmont mid-day service North Carolina’s Amtrak Piedmont service will resume its regular mid-day run beginning Friday. Mid-day service was temporarily suspended and other schedules were adjusted since Feb. 14 to allow Norfolk Southern Railway to make track improvements over an accelerated 10-week period. The Piedmont (Trains 74 and 75) mid-day service, which was suspended Monday through Thursday, will resume its regular daily schedule. The morning and evening Piedmont (Trains 73 and 76) and Carolinian (Trains 79 and 80) will also return to their normal schedules. The improvement project that reconditioned track, signals and bridges between Raleigh and Charlotte was completed on schedule. Benefits to passengers include a smoother ride and better ontime reliability starting this spring. Passengers also can download the regular schedules for both the Piedmont and Carolinian trains at bytrain.org or by calling 1-800-BYTRAIN

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Chemicals and methamphetamine residue found in Jones’ car. band, who grew up in the house where her family now lives, has known Jones for 15 or more years. “It’s just weird,” she said. “You think you know him, but everything you thought wasn’t true. You never know who lives around you.” Jones’ next-door neighbor, Christy Green, had only been living in the home for a short time, and had only met Jones a few times. “We really had no suspicion whatsoever that anything was going on,” she said. “It was a real shock to come home last night, especially with the kids here.” Green plans to take care of Jones’ dog, Casey, for the time being. The lab in Charlotte was discovered Thursday morning at Jones’ girlfriend’s house on Nevin Road. The name of the girlfriend was not available, but she and Jones will face additional charges out of Charlotte. Jones’ arrest was a joint effort between investigators from the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office, Iredell County Sheriff’s Office, SBI, Mooresville Police Department and Salisbury Police Department.

Panelists for the workshop are: • Dr. William Brandon, the Metrolina Medical Foundation Distinguished Professor of Public Policy on Health at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. • Dr. Sandi J. Lane, the Program Chair for the Health Services Leadership and Management Bachelor of Science degree program at Cabarrus College. • Dr. Stephen Stemkows-

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SALISBURY — Excitement quickly filled the halls of Elizabeth Hanford Dole Elementary School as administrators, staff, teachers and students received a surprise visit from the school’s honored namesake — former Sen. Elizabeth Hanford Dole. Dole arrived at the school shortly after noon Thursday and met briefly with Principal Shanda McFarlin, Assistant Principal M a r v i n Moore and DOLE Communities In Schools and Afterschool Daycare Coordinator Temika Turner. Although the meeting may have been brief, there was enough time for Dole to present a surprise charitable contribution check to McFarlin for the school in the amount of $15,000. “I am just thrilled,” exclaimed McFarlin. “This is

just wonderful and such a great surprise. This will be put to good use, I can assure you. Thank you so much.” During the meeting, Dole learned about many outreach programs designed to help students and their families by assisting with afterschool day care and transportation, individual counseling and tutoring, and uniform assistance. Dole was especially impressed with the weekend backpack partnership program, where backpacks are filled with MCFARLIN food for students that qualify to take home over the weekend. Dole explained that she had worked hard on passing legislation to eliminate hunger in America. Dole emphasized that the message she wanted to convey to students is to “find that which really turns you on. Love what you are doing because it comes from the heart.”

Dole continued to praise the school staff for all their hard work and commitment to the students and their families. “This is such a great mission field that you have chosen to help so many people,” said Dole. “Thank you!” McFarlin and Moore escorted Dole on a tour of the school, visiting classrooms, observing students and teachers engaged in numerous learning activities. Dole was amazed at how comfortable the students were in using the many different technology tools that are available to them. Dole responded to one student, “I believe you will have to teach me how to use this.” Dole was extended a personal invitation to attend the district’s technology extravaganza on May 21. Dole enjoyed the time spent walking through the classrooms, shaking the hands of students and teachers and stopping briefly to sign papers that students had written about her. Dole’s visit lasted about an hour, but she promised to return another day when she could stay longer.

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CITY’S FIBRANT EFFORT

Not for the faint of heart Time for boldness on taxes he city of Salisbury’s financial director says trying to judge Fibrant’s progress against original projections would be misleading, and he is updating the business plan. This is Salisbury’s first experience with a fiber-to-the-home network. Is it common practice to change the business plan once a business is launched? Let’s look at the situation. The cable industry spread the message that residents would be on the hook for millions in city debt when the city network went belly up. They cited surveys claiming that residents wanted to vote on the project. The industry also pushed for state legislation aimed at stopping the city’s fiberto-the-home network. That sounds like the city of Salisbury’s experience as it launched Fibrant. But those are actually steps Terry Huval, director of utilities for Lafayette, La., described to a Salisbury audience in early 2009. He said existing cable providers used every means necessary to derail Lafayette’s fiber-to-the-home initiative. Going into the fiber optic cable business is not for the faint of heart, Huval said. Salisbury residents have watched the Fibrant story unfold in amazingly parallel fashion. Have finances also followed the Lafayette experience? To an extent. According to the local newspaper, The Daily Advertiser, last August Huval went back to the Lafayette City Council with a revised budget for the city’s LUS Fiber network, one containing lower revenue projections — and expenses — than originally presented. He said the new budget did not reflect any major problems with the system. The Lafayette system has been in place longer and has more customers than Fibrant; it also rolled out ahead of schedule, while Fibrant ran into a delay. But the need for these municipal fiber-to-the-home projects to rework their business plans is not surprising in and of itself. In the corporate world, companies revise projections and adjust plans as their businesses evolve. Starting in 2009, Salisbury has been making payments on the $35.86 million bonds issued to finance Fibrant and other city improvements. The payments — starting at $2 million a year — come from the capitalized interest fund (also borrowed) set up to cover debt payments during startup. Tax money is not to be used, and the plan is for Fibrant to be self-supporting within a few years. How many? City officials expect it to be “cash flow positive” in three to four years. Again, this is not for the faint of heart — nor the thin-skinned. The city has taken a bold step by establishing Fibrant, but it is not in uncharted territory. Others have used this route successfully.

Common sense

(Or uncommon wisdom, as the case may be)

The trouble with life in the fast lane is that you get to the other end in a hurry. — John Jensen

Some citizens might gladly pay for services y grandparents, both immigrants, cheated on their income taxes every year. My grandfather would gather a box full of miscellaneous paperwork and take them to his brother-in-law, a lawyer in High Point, to do his tax return. Uncle Ben was a general practitioner who mostly wrote wills and handled real esDAVID tate transacPOST tions. My grandparents were poor. They went bankrupt in 1939 when they were in their 50s and moved from the Virginia mountains to Salisbury because they found a store with living quarters upstairs. They carried their entire inventory of shoe boxes in a pickup truck. When they sold a pair of shoes, the customer got the shoes but not the box. My grandfather kept the shoe box which went back onto the shelf so that customers thought the store had a lot of inventory. My grandmother would walk next door to the A&P to buy food, then feign surprise that she had forgotten to bring any money with her. She’d return to the store hoping that a customer would buy something so she could go back and pay for that day’s food. My mother’s high school graduation gift was a $50 bill which my grandfather handed her, let her hold, and took back so that he could pay her college tuition a few months later. After slogging through my grandparents’ grab-bag of information, Uncle Ben would produce a tax return and tell my grandparents they didn’t owe any income tax. My grandfather would tell him to do it again. He wanted to pay some tax. My grandparents were proud to be in the United States, so they cheated on their income tax to show more

income than they really had. President Reagan, who engineered a major overhaul of the tax code in 1981, signed a dozen tax increases over the next seven years of his presidency as federal budget deficits tripled. Clinton raised taxes that generated federal budget surpluses six years later for the first time in a half century as the economy created over 20 million new jobs.

Taxes have increased for Social Security and Medicare because people want the safety net government offers.

When Alan Greenspan worried about surpluses “as long as the eye could see,” President G.W. Bush converted a $200 billion surplus into the nation’s first trillion deficit by cutting taxes, waging wars of choice, increasing Medicare benefits, and bailing out the banks (which was absolutely necessary). Even with deficits threatening the nation’s credit rating, the majority of Congress has taken a “no-tax-increase” pledge. (Do those same people sign a “no-income-increase” pledge for their personal finances and balance their own budgets only by reducing their spending on health care and retirement?) President Obama and the Republicans disagree about whether taxes should be raised on the “rich,” that is, people who earn over $250,000. Congress spent $480 billion this year on a tax cut for everyone, then almost shut down the government bickering over $38 billion in spending cuts. If a Martian came to Earth and witnessed our financial management, it would turn around and go back home. Americans will pay taxes if they know why their govern-

LETTERS Remembering time with Wilson Smith We have truly lost a “one of a kind” in Wilson Smith. When I first came on the scene at Food Town Stores in 1975 as an outside auditor of the company, Mr. Smith was an “icon” and I was somewhat intimidated by him —until I got to know him better. He was always willing to respond to an audit question I had, or to help out this “green” kid just out of college in any way he could. Fortunately, I had the opportunity to join the company full time in 1982, just a few years before his retirement. Even then, he continued to support and encourage me in my various roles at the company in my 14 years there, until my departure in 1996. I still treasure his letter of appreciation, after I had left the company, for my efforts over the years for the company he had labored so long to build and nurture, again offering me encouragement as I moved forward in my career. Mr. Smith, there are a lot of

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ment needs the money. In times of war (except this time), the U.S. has raised taxes. Taxes have increased for Social Security and Medicare because people want the safety net government offers. But, the Tax Policy Center, a Washington, D.C., think tank, reported that 45 percent of taxpayers owe no federal income tax this year. Maybe a bold new approach is in order: Ask people to pay for the bounty they demand: 1. Require everyone to pay some tax, say, at least, 1 percent. A minimum wage taxpayer earning $15,000 per year would owe $150. Liberals will scream that the poor can’t pay any tax. Conservatives will scream that all tax increases are bad. I bet those taxpayers would say, “Fine with me.” 2. Increase the Medicare tax by 1 percent. The average household earns $50,000 and pays approximately $750 in Medicare tax, less than the cost of health insurance for one month. The employer pays another $750. I bet those taxpayers would say, “Glad to pay another $500 per year to shore up my retirement health care.” 3. And finally, let the Bush tax cuts expire. When Clinton enacted those tax rates, the country grew as never before. If it helped solve the problem, I bet taxpayers would consent, as they did in the 1990s. Would my grandparents have paid at least 1 percent of their income to be in the U.S.? They paid more. Had they earned $50,000, would they pay an additional $500 to assure their retirement health care? You bet. My bet is that most Americans are like my grandparents. • • • David Post is one of the owners of MedExpress Pharmacy and Salisbury Pharmacy and teaches in the Ketner School of Business at Catawba College.

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people that will miss you, and I am one of them. Dan A. Boone Concord

Boone is a former chief financial officer and director of Food Lion.

Many thanks On behalf of the Gold Hill Fire Department and the Chad Earnhardt Fundraiser Committee, we would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who turned out to help one of our own. Chad was diagnosed last year with cancer and has gone through several surgeries and chemotherapy. During this, he and his wife, Kristie, were expecting their first child. There is no way to properly thank all the Rowan County fire departments who banded together, as well as the community and area businesses

who donated the supplies to make this fundraiser a success. The benefit barbecue raised more than $10,000 to help Chad and Kristie with all their medical expenses and day-to-day living while traveling back and forth to the hospital. We are glad to report that while Chad still has several more rounds of chemotherapy to endure, he is back at work, and he and Kristie have a beautiful baby girl named Breanna. Chad was able to come home just in time for the birth. Thanks again for all who came and supported Chad and Kristie during this time of need. Chad and Kristie would be the first in line to help anyone in need, and we were so blessed to be able to help them. — Deborah Horne Salisbury

ometimes a story leaps out at you, unexpected, and touches your heart. Not long ago I had two stories to leap out at me like that. I like to listen to the Christian radio station, 94.1, KLove, on my way to work in the mornings. One morning the radio announcer was talking about people going out of their way to be kind. The first story was of a family who saved quarters to take to the local laundromat and randomly give out. On one particular day, as they gave out their DICY MCCULLOUGH quarters, a lady began to cry. Inquiring further, they learned she was struggling to make ends meet. She needed to wash her clothes, but she also needed to fix her brakes. Even though a few quarters didn’t seem like much to most people, to her it was a lot, and for someone to give her enough to do her laundry meant she would have that much more money to save. Not only did this kind family give her money to wash her clothes, but they also found someone to fix her brakes at cost. I thought how great it would be if all of us reached out to others, unselfishly, like that family. It doesn’t take anything major to make a difference in someone’s life, and all it took on that day was a couple of quarters. Yet, those quarters turned into so much more. In the second story, money became a motivating factor in changing office behavior. It seems there was someone in an office environment tired of people complaining all the time. So, that person came up with the idea of a complaint box. Every time someone complained, the offending person had to put coins into a designated box. It wasn’t long before the box became full. At that point, the money was counted and donated to a charity. Not only did the office get rid of the negative environment of the workplace, but the money went a long way to help someone in need. These simple gestures remind me of the loaves and fishes the little boy brought to Jesus in the Bible story. He didn’t understand how his small meal would feed everyone, but he did it anyway. God’s math is different from ours. We see two plus two and get four. He sees a few loaves and fishes and turns them into thousands. It’s only human nature to want to understand how everything works, but we don’t have to understand everything in order to be used as a blessing. All we need, when the opportunity presents itself, is to be prepared and willing. I saw an example of this during the morning service on Palm Sunday at my church. Tornadoes and thunderstorms had done quite a bit of damage in the area the day before, so Pastor Joe Thomas asked if anyone needed help with cleaning up. Several raised their hands, while others said they knew of people in the community who could use the help. Pastor Joe went on to say anyone that could should meet at the church on Monday morning with their saws. I can only imagine how this one act of kindness will be multiplied in the coming weeks. Whether it’s giving out quarters for laundry, or throwing money into a box, or cutting down a few trees, we all can do something. As the old saying goes, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” During this Easter season, our hearts and minds turn to the greatest gift and blessing known to man. Jesus gave His life. What are you willing to give? • • • Dicy McCullough is the author of the children’s book, “Tired of My Bath,” which can be found in local bookstores, including the Bible Bookstore and Creative Teaching, as well as, amazon.com and Barnes and Noble.

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Task force to look into gas pricing

First GOP budget draft would spend $1.4 billion less than Perdue’s plan

RENO, Nev. (AP) — President Barack Obama announced Thursday that the Justice Department is assembling a team to “root out any cases of fraud or manipulation” in oil markets that might be contributing to $4 a gallon-plus gasoline prices. “We are going to make sure that no one is taking advantage of the American people for their own short-term gain,” Obama said at a town-hall style meeting at a renewable energy plant in Reno. The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline was $3.84 on Thursday, about 30 cents higher than a month ago and almost a dollar higher than a year ago. Obama, decrying such levels as yet another hardship “at a time when things were already pretty tough,” said Attorney General Eric Holder was forming the Financial Fraud Enforcement Working Group. It will focus some of its investigation on “the role of traders and speculators,” Obama said. The group will include several Cabinet department officials, federal regulators and the National Association of Attorneys General.

RALEIGH (AP) — House Republicans in North Carolina on Thursday largely completed their first budget draft that aims to spend $1.4 billion less than the governor proposed in key areas that opponents argue will cut funding for more than 15,000 state and education jobs. The six subcommittees, covering everything from education to prisons and from Medicaid to transportation, approved their spending plans after their leaders took scores of amendments and heard complaints the cuts go too deep. The votes are benchmarks in the budget process. House Speaker Thom Tillis, R-Mecklenburg, wants to vote on the full spending plan early next month. House Democrats say the cuts could be scaled back if the GOP agreed to keep in place some or all of the temporary taxes approved in the 2009 budget to stave off a large shortfall. Republicans have said the taxes are coming off, expanding the projected budget gap for the new year starting July 1 to around $2.5 billion. The approved proposals will now be merged into one bill that will be considered by the finance and full budget-writing committees next week. The final House budget will then go to the Senate, which will approve its own plan with the hopes of getting a final plan to Democratic Gov. Beverly Perdue in early June. Public education, which comprises nearly 60 percent of this year’s budget, will take the largest hit with an overall 10.5 percent cut. The education budget would eliminate $259 million in local school district funding for teacher assistants in second and third grades. It’s a move the Department of Public Instruction has estimated would stop money that pays for 8,814 assistants, leaving them only in kindergarten and first grade. The University of North Carolina system also would be required to find $469 million in spending reductions as part of a 15.5 per-

Americans rethinking spring travel plans With gas prices above $4 in some states, Americans are canceling spring break plans and rethinking summer vacation, and some tourist destinations are offering gas vouchers of as much as $50 to talk people out of giving up and staying home. At Mount Rushmore, about 37,000 people decided in March that seeing the four granite-etched presidential sculptures was worth the trip, down from 43,000 a year before. At the Grand Canyon, a marketing executive for one company that offers helicopter vistas says 10 percent fewer people than last year are driving up and booking tours. The company is counting on international tourists to make up the rest. And along the Rhode Island coast, where 800,000 people a year show up to gawk at the opulence of Gilded Age mansions, it’s even worse — business is off 30 percent just since the beginning of March. Memorial Day is still five weeks away, and summer doesn’t officially start for two months. This year, anxiety over high gas prices — and whether the family vacation will bust the family budget — has come early.

Japan seals off area around leaking reactor FUTABA, Japan (AP) — Japan sealed off a wide area around a radiation-spewing nuclear power plant to prevent tens of thousands of residents from sneaking back to the homes they quickly evacuated, some with little more than a credit card and the clothes on their backs. Fearing they might not see their homes again for months, evacuees raced into the deserted towns before the ban took effect to grab belongings they could cram into their cars. “This is our last chance, but we aren’t going to stay long. We are just getting what we need and getting out,” said Kiyoshi Kitajima, an X-ray technician, who dashed to his hospital in Futaba, a town next door to the plant, to collect equipment before the order took effect at midnight. Nearly 80,000 people were hurriedly evacuated from a 12-mile zone around the Fukushima Dai-ichi plant on March 12, after an earthquake and a tsunami destroyed its power and cooling systems. People began returning to check on the remains of their lives. Some had stayed all along. But with ongoing concerns about radiation exposure — as well as theft in the mainly deserted zone — government officials imposed the formal closure barring anyone from entering.

Predator drones OK’d for first time in Libya WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama has approved the use of armed drones in Libya, authorizing U.S. airstrikes on ground forces for the first time since America turned control of the operation over to NATO on April 4. It also is the first time that drones will be used for airstrikes since the conflict began on March 19, although they have routinely been flying surveillance missions, Defense Secretary Robert Gates told reporters at a Pentagon briefing Thursday. He said the U.S. will provide up to two 24-hour combat air patrols each day by the unmanned Predators. Marine Gen. James Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said the drones can help counteract the proGadhafi forces’ tactic of traveling in civilian vehicles that make it difficult to distinguish them from rebel forces.

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Carolinians caring for each other in aftermath of storm RALEIGH (AP) — Even before the string of killer tornadoes had finally vanished from the state, one lesson was clear from the worst spring storms in a generation: North Carolinians take care of each other. In the days since, an army of neighbor-volunteers has sprung up from Fayetteville to Askewville to remove trees, dish up meals and serve as a reminder that a storm may wreck a community’s property, but not its spirit. “You have to help your neighbors,” said Ann Jensen as she helped load severed tree limbs onto trucks in Clinton. “I was spared. But they weren’t.” Jensen’s home escaped damage Saturday, when at least 26 confirmed tornadoes whipped across more than half the state, killing at least 24 people and damaging thousands of buildings. When she heard about tornado damage in her community, she loaded up a Pleasant Grove Baptist Church van Chad Mitchell, Chairman Carl Ford, Vice Chairman Jon Barber Raymond Coltrain Jim Sides

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La Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Rowan llevará a cabo una audiencia pública, el 2 de Mayo del 2011, a las 3:00 p.m.; la reunión se celebrará en la sala J.Newton Cohen Sr, ubicada en el Edificio Administrativo del Condado de Rowan, 130 , al oeste de la calle Innes, Salisbury, en Carolina del Norte. Aquellos interesados en asistir a la audiencia pública y que necesiten ayuda o servicios amparados por la Ley de Americanos con discapacidades (LAD) o un intérprete deben ponerse en contacto con Carolyn Athey, Secretaria de la Junta, a más tardar el 28 de Abril del 2011.

Cat may have been able to swim across harbor NEW YORK (AP) — Did a calico cat from New Jersey swim across New York Harbor? The mystery surrounds a white, orange and black feline that arrived last weekend on Governors Island in New York. Security guards found the cat on the island’s north shore. Its fur was salty, matted and caked with seaweed. A Governors Island spokeswoman, Elizabeth Rapuano, tells the Daily News that workers there have a theory: They think the cat managed to swim to safety after being swept up in torrential rains in New Jersey — more than a mile away. Rapuano said the cat is a great addition to the 172-acre island but will welcome any leads that would help find the owner.

Huckabee, Beck at odds over ‘progressive’ LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Mike Huckabee is criticizing fellow Fox News Channel host Glenn Beck for calling the former Arkansas governor and potential presidential candidate a “progressive.” Huckabee released a statement Thursday criticizing Beck for calling him a “progressive” on his radio show earlier this week. Beck described Huckabee as someone who doesn’t want to “disrupt giant government” and noted Huckabee’s defense of first lady Michelle Obama’s anti-obesity efforts. Huckabee defended the anti-obesity efforts. He said Beck “seems to fancy himself a prophet of sorts.”

El propósito de la audiencia es recibir comentarios sobre el año fiscal 2012 enfocados en las solicitudes de ayuda para asistencia de transito, sección federal 5310 y 5316 que será presentada ante la División de Transporte Público de Carolina del Norte antes del 3 de Mayo del 2011. El condado de Rowan aplicará a los fondos administrativos, capital y de Operaciones para apoyar la coordinación de las estrategias de transporte de la comunidad, adquirir el equipo necesario para prestar los servicios de transporte en la zona rural del Condado de Rowan.

El Servicio de Tranporte Rural (STR) propone la continuación de los servicios de tránsito para pasajeros rurales, público en general, y agencias de servicios humanos. El Servicio de Transporte Rural usará servicios designados con respuesta a la demanda, viajes de suscripción, y referencias de otros proveedores de transporte comunitario. El proyecto utilizará tanto microbuses como vehículos estándar de conversión con elevadores. La solicitud del Condado de Rowan se aplicará a los $480,000, en la sección 5310 de los fondos operativos, $436,000 en la sección 5316 de fondos operativos y $178,000 en la sección 5316 fondos de capital. La ayuda de asistencia de Transito requiere de un 50% de partida local para fondos operativos y un 10% para fondo de capital. Éste es un proyecto de 2 años con un plazo de ejecución desde Julio 1, 2011 hasta Junio 30, 2013. La solicitud final está abierta a la inspección pública y comentarios desde el 20 de abril del 2011 hasta el 2 de Mayo del 2011. Las copias de la solicitud se pueden obtener poniéndose en contacto con el Sr.Gary Price, Director de Servicios de Transporte Rural, en el Departamento de Transporte del condado de Rowan, 2726 calle Old Concord, Salisbury, NC 28146 o por vía telefónica al 704-216-8889. Comentarios por escrito también pueden dirigirse al Sr. Price a la dirección anteriormente mencionada. Este día 19 de Abril del 2011.

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with volunteers and headed to the hardest hit neighborhood in Clinton. They brought food and water and soft drinks for the victims. People told Jensen it helped just knowing someone cared about their loss. “They have damage, but they have their lives,” she said. “This is all material stuff that can be replaced.” Jensen’s story is typical in areas where the damage was worst. Gov. Beverly Perdue has warned that thousands of people out of work because of damage to their businesses may face extended unemployment. Some damage estimates are coming in. On Thursday, the Raleigh Inspections Department found that roughly $115 million in damage had been done by the storm to the capital city, including $82 million worth of damage to residential property. About 138 houses and eight businesses were destroyed; another 2,269 buildings were damaged.

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The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on May 2, 2011 during the 3:00 pm meeting to be held in the J. Newton Cohen Sr. Room, located in the Rowan County Administration Building, 130 West Innes Street, Salisbury, NC. Those interested in attending the public hearing and needing either auxiliary aids and services under the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) or a language translator should contact Carolyn Athey, Clerk to the Board, on or before April 28, 2011.

The purpose of the hearing is to receive comments on FY’2012 Targeted Transit Assistance Grant applications, federal sections 5310 and 5316 that will be submitted to the NC Public Transportation Division before May 3, 2011. Rowan County will apply for Operating and Capital funding to support the coordination of community transportation strategies and to acquire the necessary equipment to provide Rural Transit Services in Rowan County. RTS is proposing the continuation of transit services for rural general public passengers and human service agencies. RTS will use service designs of demand response, subscription trips, and referrals to other community transportation providers. The project will use both standard vans and conversion vehicles with lifts. The Rowan County application will apply for $480,000 in section 5310 operating funds, $436,000 in 5316 operating funds and $178,000 in 5316 capital funds. The Targeted Transit Assistance Grant requires a 50% local match for operating funds and a 10% match for capital funding. This is a two year project with a period of performance of July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2013. The final application is open for public inspection and comment from April 20, 2011 until May 2, 2011. Copies of the application may be obtained by contacting Gary Price, RTS Director, at the Rowan County Transportation Department, 2726 Old Concord Rd, Salisbury, NC 28146 or by telephone at 704-216-8889. Written comments may also be directed to Mr. Price at the same address. This 19th day of April 2011.

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FREIGHTLINER FROM 1a County. Daimler is one of the energy company’s best customers in the region, with a seven-digit annual power bill. The company is a technology leader and wants to be the first to put an emissions-free truck on the road, Nielsen said. The solar site helps as the company works to lessen its impact on the environment and meet key performance indicators, he said. “This solar project is one big step toward us getting an A+ in this class,” Nielsen told Cleveland Elementary School students in the audience. The Cleveland plant is one of Duke’s distributed generation solar energy sites. The Daimler facility in High Point, headquarters of Thomas Built Buses, is home to another 1,690 solar panels projected to power an additional 41 homes annually. The power generated by the panels goes back into the community to help Duke Energy meet its residential renewable energy commitment. The renewable energy standard for North Carolina requires each public electric utility to meet at least 12.5 percent of its North Carolina retail customers’ electricity needs through new renewable energy sources or energy efficiency measures by 2021. The panels are hard to miss for motorists on N.C. 70. “We are fueling the imagination of every person who drives by these solar arrays,”

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Student contest winners Freightliner plant employees worked with Cleveland Elementary School to develop an educational program about renewable energy. Employees put on five assemblies at the school for 300 students, and the company provided a science kit to each grade. Student winners of a renewable energy art and essay contest are: Kindergarten Anna Parrish and Mason Lee 1st grade Tatiana Landaverde and Brianna Hennessy 2nd grade Luke Koppe and Amoni Bryant 3rd grade Jessie Cline and Maryfer Maldonado 4th grade Sage Staley and Jake Harkey 5th grade Luke Waggoner and Guadelupe Melchor

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Students from Cleveland Elementary School took part in Thursday’s activities at the Freightliner plant. said Sandra Carter, Daimler’s environmental manager. The high visibility of the panels brings greater awareness of renewable energy to the community and could inspire people to dream up new ways to meet energy needs, Carter said.

Cleveland Mayor John Steele lauded the 22-year partnership between the town and Freightliner, even delivering part of his remarks in German. Daimler is based in Germany. Contact reporter Emily Ford at 704-797-4264.

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SAILOR FROM 1a “I’m going to wait until they have a court date to go to trial,” Ronald said. “Then, we’ll know that it’s for real.” Military prosecutors refiled terrorism and murder charges Wednesday against Abd al-Rahim al-Nashiri, the suspected coordinator of the USS Cole bombing. According to the Associated Press, it is the first case to move forward since President Barack Obama ordered military trials to resume at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The attack claimed the lives of 17 U.S. sailors, including 19-year-old Lakeina, who would have turned 30 on June 7. It wounded another 40. “I do, as a mother, want justice,” said Sandra, Lakeina’s

RONALD AND SANDRA FRANCIS mother. “I’m just glad somebody will be held accountable.” Al-Nashiri was charged with the planning and preparation for the USS Cole attack that blew a hole in the warship. The charges were referred to the Convening Authority for Military Commissions, which presides over the war crimes tribunals at the U.S. base in Cuba. Al-Nashiri previously faced charges in the bombing, but they were dropped in 2009 as the Obama administration

revamped the military commission process. Legal proceedings at Guantanamo Bay, where he had been held since 2006, were suspended until March. Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. announced in November 2009 that al-Nashiri, along with other detainees, would be tried by a military commission. But in August of last year, prosecution was stalled again. Now that charges have been re-filed, prosecutors have requested the death penalty. “For a person who does a crime of that magnitude, without a shadow of a doubt that he did it, then (the death penalty) is just,” Ronald said. “That’s the only thing we want — all the Cole family members want — is justice.” Contact reporter Karissa Minn at 704-797-4222.

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Healthy transplants grow up to be good vegetables ALISBURY — Garden shops, farmers markets and retail markets are at the brim with vegetable transplants. Producers have evolved over the past years from bare-rooted vegetable plants to plants grown in state-of-the-art containers. Eco-friendly paper containers are also popular, replacing the need for plastics. Start with good, healthy plants before planting. The plants should easily pop out of the plastic containers, exposing the fibrous roots. The roots should be white and healthy. Avoid plants that have dark or decaying roots. DARRELL Select plants that are BLACKWELDER vigorous with good color. Avoid buying plants that are small with weak root systems, as well as those that are tall and pot bound. Before transplanting your vegetable plants, make sure the soil has been properly tilled, limed and fertilized. Unseasonably warm and windy days stress young and tender transplants. Watch the weather and try to transplant on a cloudy day or in early evening when the plants will suffer less water loss than on a hot, sunny day. An hour or two before transplanting, thoroughly water the vegetable transplants to facilitate removal and reduce shock when removing from transplant trays. Young vegetable transplants are very tender, so handle them carefully to avoid disturbing the roots and bruising the stem. It’s best to use a trowel to dig a hole large enough to accommodate the container. Peat, fiber and paper containers can be set directly into the planting hole — they will disintegrate when they are in contact with the ground. Most vegetables should be planted at the same depth as they were grown in the container. But tomato plants are an exception. These plants have the ability to develop roots all along the stems so they can be planted deep enough to leave only two or three sets of leaves exposed. Use a starter fertilizer transplant solution after planting to help the plants overcome transplanting shock and to ensure proper fertility during the initial growth period. Even though the air temperatures may be warm, soil temperatures are still cool, reducing uptake of some essential elements. Phosphorus, the nutrient necessary for good root growth and expansion, is not readily available in cooler soils. A starter solution can be a water-soluble houseplant fertilizer high in phosphorus content, with a formulation such as 1052-17. (The second number represents the proportion of phosphorus.) Use recommended rates per label instructions. While planting, pour 1 cup of the solution around the roots, then finish filling the hole with soil. Darrell Blackwelder is the director with horticulture responsibilities with the N.C. Cooperative Extension Service in Rowan County.

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SALISBURY — Rowan County Master Gardeners will hold their 15th annual Plant Sale and Swap on Saturday morning, May 7. Open to the public, the plant sale begins at 8:30 a.m. and the swap will begin at 9:30 a.m. Both will conclude at noon. The plant swap and sale will be held at the Agricultural Center on Old Concord Road. The sale and swap will be outdoors, under the Outdoor Learning shelter and in and around the greenhouse. There will also be a silent auction with garden themed items donated by local merchants and Master Gardener Association members. The swap is for perennials only. This is a great way to exchange one terrific plant for another and perhaps go home with a very exotic, unusual variety. As the swap has grown in popularity, so has the quality of the plant material brought by the swappers. The more unusual the better, but recognizing that a plant must meet the needs of our Zone 7 requirements is still an essential element. As plants mature and become crowded, quantity and quality of bloom decline. Late winter, early spring is a great time to divide perennials. To lessen shock of the plants as they are being transplanted, try to choose a cool, overcast day. Depending on the plant characteristics, there are several methods to use for division. Use a sharp spade or knife to remove portions of the crown for perennials such as coral bells. This will ensure that sufficient roots are available to support each new plant. When the entire plant is dug up, the result is usually more

pleasing to the eye. The plant is then divided into pieces; one division replanted in the original location. Sedums, hostas and daylilies respond well to this method. Many other perennials drop seeds (columbine, blackberry lily, hellebores and campanula) so that you need only dig up the volunteers and relocate them. Creeping perennials often root sections away from the center of the plant. Carefully dig up the rooted section and disentangle it from the main plant. In all cases, prepare the new location by loosening the soil and adding amendments if necessary. Plant the division at the same depth Jean Lamb prepares bring plants to swap at the Master Gardener plant Swap as the original plant and and Sale. water thoroughly. It will be necessary to water Lady Laura, Taylor’s Perfection • Containers must be labeled the new plantings until they are and Yuletide. Many other flowwith plant name, growing condiestablished. After dividing, plan ering shrubs, including budtions and name of person swapon bringing any surplus plants dleias (butterfly bush-one with ping plant to the swap. Pot and label aca yellow-leaf and purple bloom), • Each person may swap up cordingly. Growing requireand a variegated leaf weigela, to five plants, but no more than ments are appreciated. as well as a dainty pink flowertwo of the same type. The Plant Sale will begin at ing plain leaf weigela. • There will be a $1 fee per 8:30 a.m. There will be no early There are two abelia variperson to participate in the sales or early selection. The eties, Kaleidoscope and Kather- swap. sale plants are either donated ine. For the shade garden there • Plants obtained in the swap by Master Gardener volunteers is an assortment of hostas. may be exchanged for those on or have been propagated by volThis is just a small sampling the designated swap table. unteers during one of their pop- of the many wonderful perenni• Bring only plants that you ular Propagation Clinics. Cutals that will be available. The would enjoy receiving from the tings have been taken from saleroom will also have many swap — avoid undesirable specimen plants in locations houseplants. Volunteers will be plants such tree seedlings, comthroughout Salisbury. available to assist with selecmon liriope, ivy, etc. No houseMaster Gardeners have tions, offering information replants are allowed in the swap. propagated many desirable vagarding the plant, planting Master Gardeners reserve the rieties of hydrangea and viburguides and care. right to reject any swap plants num this year. There is a huge For those entering the plant deemed not worthy. selection of ornamental grasses swap, the following guidelines including carex, Mexican feath- apply: Carole Massey is a volunteer ergrass and Muhlenbergia cap• Plants must be healthy, with the Rowan County Extenillaris Pink Muhly. free from insects and disease, sion Master Gardener Volunteer There are also several variand in containers no larger than Association. See www.rowaneties of camellias featuring one gallon. mastergardener.com.

Robots in the kitchen? They’re already here BY ROSEMARY SADEZ FRIEDMANN Scripps Howard News Service

Remember “The Jetsons” and all their robot helpers? Let’s go back a little further. Anyone remember the robot named Elektro that was introduced at the 1939 World’s Fair by Westinghouse Electric? We have long had a fascination with the idea that a machine can be programmed to do all the work around the house for us. Lately, that dream has gotten closer to reality. Let’s take a look. We have the automatic coffee/espresso maker, which is programmable, the automatic bread maker and the dishwasher — machines that think. But let’s now talk about ma-

The Readybot can be programmed to scrape the dirty dishes, then load them in the dishwasher. chines that go through more than just a few pre-programmed steps. Let’s talk about the Roomba, Scooba, Verro and Looj. Sounds like background rhythmic percussion to some danceable tune. But these are actual robots that can work for you. The Roomba is a vacuum robot. It scoots along the floor, be it hardwood, tile, carpet or area rug, diligently vacuuming dirt while you do something else. The robot is slim enough to fit under sofas and beds — and, some say, even small

enough to fit behind toilets to get all that “unclaimed” dirt. The Scooba washes your floors, the Verro cleans the pool and the Looj cleans gutters. There are also robots that mow the lawn, such as the LawnBott and the Robomow. I don’t know what is more fun, the robots or their names. The robots work unsupervised and some can be activated remotely over the Internet or by cellphone. But they can’t climb stairs, so you are still destined to clean those the old-fashioned way. Then there is the Readybot. This one is really like the maid on “The Jetsons.” It picks up clutter from the floor, such as toys, magazines and, well, just about anything. After picking up, the robot deploys the vacuum for more cleaning. The Readybot can be programmed to scrape the dirty

dishes, then load them into the dishwasher. It can be programmed to water plants. It even scrubs countertops and polishes furniture. Now if it could only make dinner! These robots need to be charged so they can be ready for their next task, much like your cellphone needs charging. Some robots let you know their battery is low by audiovisual signals. The prices for these devices vary greatly, and go well beyond $1,000. The cost depends on the complexity and capabilities involved. So there you are: The future is here. Rosemary Sadez Friedmann, an interior designer in Naples, Fla., is author of “Mystery of Color.” For design inquiries, write to Rosemary at DsgnQuest@aol.com.

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this a very functional fixture. On top of the support cage, special countertop sinks can be locked into place to complete the unit. Also, since most of the weight of the sink is supported by the console table bracket itself, installation may not be as intense as a standard wall-hung sink. More good news is that many console bases and sink tops can be mixed and matched to fit your style, and usually your existing plumbing can be easily adapted to fit the new sink. But since the area under the sink is open, finished chrome water lines and drain lines may be needed to complete the “finished” look. And once the sink top and base are installed, any standard 8-inch widespread or 4-inch centerset faucet can be used, depending on your sink-hole

or as a topping for a spinach salad. It’s quick, cheap and easy. In addition to using the eggs as ingredients, consider decorating with them as well. Put a filled basket in the middle of the table, and voila! Instant centerpiece. 3. Give Orders. Don’t let guests slide through the front door without a job. Map out your menu in advance and then pick something each person can bring. As the old adage goes, many hands make light work. If you have a cool city-dwelling guest who doesn’t cook, ask him or her to stop by the bakery for bread or to hit the liquor store for some wine. 4. A Quick Design. Given that we each will receive well over 850 pieces of junk mail this year, chances are good you have a catalog or three sitting around. If you have one from a home-decor company, use it as a cheat sheet for a simple design for your table. Notice how they stage things like pitchers with bright forsythia branches and serving platters with simple sprigs of rosemary placed ever so nicely underneath? Well, you can decorate on the cheap by snagging ideas like these from the experts. And do keep it

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Friends refuse to socialize with woman’s alcoholic husband Dear Amy: My three closest girlfriends and I have been friends for 30 years. One of our friends has a husband who is an alcoholic. There have been a number of issues over the years (embarrassing outbursts, groping, name-calling, berating her children from ASK her first marriage, verbally AMY abusing her and us, etc.). We have countless times encouraged her to seek counseling or see an attorney. She threatens to divorce him often but never follows through. This has gone on for years and years. Finally the three of us had enough and quit socializing with him. We told her that even though she has decided to put up with his behavior, we did not have to. She is now invited to our functions (weddings, parties, outings, etc.) alone. She accepts this and comes alone sometimes and declines on other occasions. Next month, she is having

a graduation party for her daughter and has invited us. We have known this daughter all her life. I told her that I felt it was hypocritical to attend a function at her (and his) home when he is not welcome in my home. I told her that everyone will feel incredibly uncomfortable. The two other friends are inclined to go for her daughter’s sake. I feel strongly that it is inappropriate for us to go and could likely develop into an explosive situation. What is your opinion? — Flustered Friend Dear Flustered: Just as your friend sometimes accepts and sometimes declines invitations, based on the situation, you should use your judgment about events she hosts. I agree with your friends that you should consider attending this function to honor her daughter but strongly caution you three not to behave like a social monolith — but as caring individuals. I applaud your limit-setting with your friend. However, she and her children are at risk of becoming isolated and marooned in a household that

she doesn’t seem able or willing to break free from. Demonstrate to this family your ability to make mature choices and behave well, even under challenging circumstances. Dear Amy: A good friend of mine has fallen victim to an Internet affair. He has convinced her that she should ruin her marriage and family life for the adventure. Although her husband is aware of it, he sits torn and broken waiting for the outcome. Several of her friends have advised her to dump this Internet jerk. She has gone out and committed adultery with him. They communicate regularly. I know from experience that all marriages are not rosy but believe divorce should be the last resort. She seems unaware of how this affects anyone other than herself. Should I stay out of it and let her ruin her life and that of many others, or step up and tell her how stupid she is for falling prey to this? Her husband is not perfect, but how many perfect marriages are there anyway? I’d love to have an affair,

but I chose my partner and made a lifelong commitment to my husband. — Sick Dear Sick: I take issue with your characterization of your friend as a “victim.” It is a trial to watch a close friend make a fool of herself — and destroy her household in the process — but just as she is making choices, you have choices to make too. Tell your friend how her behavior affects you. Leave it to her husband and family to convey how her behavior affects them. After you tell the truth,

back off, don’t interfere and let this family work things through. Dear Amy: I’m responding to the letter from “Lovelorn,” who didn’t want to try Internet dating. Online dating is extremely common now, and proven to be extremely successful. With busy work schedules these days, it’s not always easy to find the time to attend social outings. I tried online dating myself, and thanks to it, I’m now one year into being happily married, and my wife and I are expecting our first child.

As they say, “Don’t bash it until you try it!” — Happily Matched Dear Matched: The many responses to “Lovelorn” (and my own experience) show that online matching can work. Send questions via e-mail to askamy@tribune.com or by mail to Ask Amy, Chicago Tribune, TT500, 435 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611. Amy Dickinson’s memoir, “The Mighty Queens of Freeville: A Mother, a Daughter and the Town that Raised Them” (Hyperion), is available in bookstores. TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES

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1. Rearrange Your Furniture Sometimes all your room needs is a little reimagining. Start by rethinking the current arrangement of your furniture. Some of my friends move their furniture around all the time because it gives the room a fresh look over and again, and they don’t have to spend a penny. In contrast, once I have my furniture where I like it, I almost never rearrange it. I have a theory that there is one best arrangement for every room, and once you’ve achieved it, let it be. To gain a fresh perspective on your room, take every stick of furniture out and start over. Best yet, have some friends help you, or hire a designer who specializes in reconfiguring spaces.

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4. Update Your Lamps Tired-out lamps completely date the look of a room. If your lamps are from an era gone by, let them go and get some new. Or, update them with new lampshades. Sometimes just changing out the shade can work magic. One thing we notice when we work with customers at Nell Hill’s is that people often don’t get lamps that are beefy enough for their room. Too often, we see skinny buffet lamps used on end tables. It’s not that these lamps aren’t lovely, it’s just that they don’t match the scale of the other pieces in the room. Instead, pick out a hefty lamp that has a sizable base so it can hold its own in a room filled with large pieces, like sofas and bookcases.

A coat of fresh paint is the least expensive and most dramatic way to redecorate a room. Pop open a can and go to town. Dare to experiment, because what’s the worst thing that can happen? You hate it. Easy enough. Just open a different can of paint and cover up the offending color with something new. When repainting, don’t forget your ceilings. Gone are the days when our ceilings had to be painted white. Now, your ceiling is another spot where you can express yourself with color. When we were repainting Nell Hill’s Briarcliff this winter, I painted the front 5. Invest in a Chest If your room currently gallery our bright, clean Farm House White. Then, I warmed feels busy and cluttered, you up the ceiling a bit by paint- may need to bring in one larging it our soft taupe color, Winter Wheat. Or, you could paint the ceiling the same color as your walls. I’ve done that in a couple of the bathrooms in my home, and I love how it wraps you in a colorful cocoon. If you dare, be bold and paint your ceiling a strong, contrasting color.

er piece of furniture, like a tall bookcase or hutch, to ground the space. You’ll be amazed by how adding a big chest against a wall gives the room oomph. Believe it or not, the same principle applies to smaller rooms. Sometimes we think we need to furnish smaller spaces with small furnishings. The result can be a visually cluttered room. Instead, pick fewer but larger-scaled pieces for the space. That’s what I’ve done in my small guest bedroom. At first, I struggled with the layout, filling it full of little pieces I thought were essentials. It didn’t work. So I cleared the room and brought in a large antique armoire, a double bed and a desk that doubled as a nightstand. Success at last!

6. Rethink Area Rugs Area rugs do a lot to lend character to a room. And, because they can be expensive, it’s important to make sure you pick the right ones so you can keep them forever. One detail to pay attention to is the size of the rug. A common mistake people make is to pick a rug that is too small for the space, and it ends up looking like a postage stamp. The challenge is, big rugs can cost big bucks. So we’ve found a way to get around this at Nell Hill’s. We’re big fans of layering rugs. We place a larger, less expensive neutral rug on the bottom, like a sisal, the top it with a smaller, higher-quality rug, turned at an angle so it appears to be larger than it is. In my living room, I have a huge sisal rug that spans the room. Then, to define conversation areas, I’ve layered nicer, smaller Kalaty rugs on top. If you’re in the market for a new rug, consider one that features a fun geometric pattern. These peppy rugs are all the rage right now in the design world.

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beautiful furnishings for a room, then style the space impeccably, yet still feel like something’s missing. Almost always, all their space needs is great art. Take a critical look at the wall space in your room. Is your existing art dwarfed by big, open walls? Are pieces faded and outdated? Do you have blank walls with nothing on them? If so, my advice is to start here, with art. Instead of spending your decorating dollars on accessories, start investing in art. Get a mix of large and small pieces, an array of mediums and subject matters. A note to parents of young children: If you are at the stage where your little ones are exploring their surroundings and tabletop accessories just aren’t practical, it’s your season to invest in art. Brighten up your walls, and no one will notice those empty side tables.

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Friday, April 22 There are some strong indications that you could make an important shift in your thinking in the near future, which will allow you to open up a number of new social and commercial opportunities. Things could get very interesting! TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Listen to what others have to say, but pay heed to your own thinking as well. Between the two, you should get the best answer to a situation that needs resolving. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Tackle your most important jobs early on, along with the ones you least like doing. As the day grinds on and wears you out, you may not be as careful as you need to be for the more tedious tasks. CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Just when you need it the most, the warmth and sociability you’ll unexpectedly experience will help restore your faith in mankind. People will treat you like the winner you are. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — People won’t dump their assignments on you just because they think you’re weak and won’t complain, but because they’ll see you are more competent than they are in handling onerous assignments. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — The organizational and managerial skills you possess are exceptionally prominent. It won’t be hard for you to find multiple ways to put them to outstanding uses. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Your boss might be instrumental in giving you the opportunity to show your stuff. Make the most of this chance to do a thorough job on something that’s dropped in your lap. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — If you have a fresh idea or new project, this is the day to launch it. There are strong indications that you will be exceptionally fortunate when it comes to untested endeavors. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — You could be remarkably perceptive when it comes to your hunches or intuition, especially concerning anything of a material nature. Act on any strong signals you get. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Even though you may feel a need to be around certain people, find some time for yourself whenever you can. You’ll function better if you can take a few breaks occasionally. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — When you least expect it, a couple of secret ambitions could be fulfilled in some unusual ways. Make the most of this happy day. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Owing to the logical, realistic outlook you’ll have, you will be able to define certain developments very precisely, keeping all negatives in proper perspective. ARIES (March 21-April 19) — It’s quite likely that as the day wears on, you’ll get the chance that you’ve been looking for to change certain conditions more to your liking. In your mind, they’ll be for the better.

Today’s celebrity birthdays Actress Charlotte Rae is 85. Actress Estelle Harris (“Seinfeld”) is 79. Singer Glen Campbell is 75. Actor Jack Nicholson is 74. Singer Mel Carter is 68. Country singer Cleve Francis is 66. Director John Waters is 65. Singer Peter Frampton is 61. Singer Paul Carrack (Squeeze, Mike and the Mechanics) is 60. Actor Joseph Bottoms is 57. Actor Ryan Stiles (“The Drew Carey Show”) is 52. Comedian Byron Allen is 50. Actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan (“Grey’s Anatomy”) is 45. Actress Sheryl Lee is 44. TV personality Sherri Shepherd is 44. Country singer Kellie Coffey is 40. Actor Eric Mabius (“Ugly Betty”) is 40. Bassist Shavo Odadjian of System of a Down is 37. Singer-guitarist Daniel Johns of Silverchair is 32.

Weak muscles lead to problems If you rise early, you may fall early BY PHILLIP ALDER United Feature Syndicate

Mickey Rooney said, “Always get married early in the morning. That way, if it doesn’t work out, you haven’t wasted a whole day.” He should know — he’s been married eight times, but has been with his present wife, Jan Chamberlin, since 1978. The best line of play in this deal would be missed by many spouses, unless they had seen the theme before. South is in four spades. West leads the club king and East encourages with the nine. What should declarer do? What do you think of the auction? North is right to rebid two spades, despite having such attractive diamonds. (This raise is “standard” when opener has 5-4-3-1 distribu-

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North would pass. South would be nervous after the club-king lead, but he should survive. He would probably hold up at trick one, but if West continues with a low club, declarer would take the trick (otherwise, East could shift to hearts with effect) and attack spades. To make four spades, South can win the first trick, ruff a club in the dummy, and lead the spade king. But if he crosses to the heart ace at trick three and ruffs another club, he goes down. The best play, though, is to duck the first trick. If West plays a second club, declarer ruffs in the dummy and attacks trumps. He collects 11 tricks: three spades, one heart, five diamonds, one club and one club ruff.

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clude fatigue following minimal exercise such as walking or standing, difficulty swallowing or breathing, and muscles that may be tender to simple palpation. Diagnosis is made through an individual’s medical history, testing of muscle strength, lab testing that reveals elevated levels of muscle enzymes and auto-antibodies, MRI, and through other means. Chronic inflammatory myopathy cannot be cured in most adults, but the symptoms can be reduced and treated through medication, exercise, acupuncture, massage, braces for support, physical therapy and a number of other methods. Most individuals with the diagnosis respond well to prescribed therapies. I recommend you speak with your physician to determine which therapy is best for you. 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.

tor nerves are affected. Bladder or bowel difficulties might occur. Initial treatment may be with over-the-counter pain medication, anti-seizure medications such as the gabapentin you are taking, antidepressants or a lidocaine patch. There are a number of steps a person can take on the home front. At the top of the list — discontinue smoking if you currently do so, followed by foot and hand care. Massage the extremities gently or have someone else do it regularly in an attempt to improve circulation. Avoid the pressure of poorly fitting shoes, crossing your knees, or resting on your elbows for extended periods of time. Speak with your physician regarding the use of over-the-counter topical creams containing capsaicin rubbed onto painful areas; discuss acupuncture and biofeedback. Myopathy is a neuromuscular disease that results in muscle weakness. It may involve muscles on both sides of the body. The three main types are polymyositis, dermatomyositis and inclusion body myositis. Polymyositis affects the skeletal muscles on both sides of the body. Dermatomyositis is characterized by a skin rash resembling red or purple patches that develop on various parts of the body. The rash may be accompanied by progressive muscle weakness. Inclusion body myositis affects proximal and distal muscles, often resulting in weakness on one side of the body only. Symptoms of myopathy in-

DEAR DR. GOTT: Four years ago, I was told that I have both neuropathy and myopathy. I’m finding it more difficult to walk and even to lie down comfortably. Is there anything new I can take to eliminate the nerveand muscle-damage discomfort I’m experiencing? I take one DR. PETER 300 mg GOTT gabapentin at night. I’ll be 74 this year and take no other drugs. DEAR READER: Neuropathy, as you know, is caused by damage to nerves. It can occur anywhere in the body, but it is most common in the extremities, especially the feet and legs. Unfortunately, you don’t specify what type of neuropathy you have, and there are many from which to choose. Peripheral neuropathy is the most common form so this is the type I will assume you have. To begin with, it isn’t a single disease but a symptom with numerous possible causes. It results in communication problems between the central nervous system and the remainder of the body. It may be caused by an injury, infection, diabetes, vitamin B deficiency, hypothyroidism, liver or kidney disease, or other conditions. The feet and hands may be numb, may tingle, and there may be pain involved. A person may lack coordination, experience muscle weakness or paralysis if mo-

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor for the Estate of Michael Joe Ritchie, 810 Grove Street, China Grove, NC 28023. 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 13th day of July, 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 6th day of April, 2011. Karen E. Ritchie, Executor for the estate of Michael Joe Ritchie, deceased, File 11E197, 1325 Laura Avenue, Kannapolis, NC 28083

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having Qualified as Executor of the Estate of Louise Albertson Smith, 250 Cherry Street, China Grove, NC 28023, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before: June 30, 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 24th day of March, 2011. Clifford Pethel, as Executor for the estate of Louise Albertson Smith, deceased, File #10E1130, 119 Coopers Ridge Drive, Kannapolis, NC 28083 Attorney at Law: Carole Carlton Brooke, PO Box 903, China Grove, NC 28023

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor for the Estate of Jerry Claude Johnson, 709 Clayton Trail, Salisbury, NC 28146. 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 13th day of July, 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 6th day of April, 2011. Jerry Claude Johnson, deceased, Rowan County File #2011E357, Michael Scott Johnson, 1011 Golden Eagle Drive, China Grove, NC 28023

No. 61327 Town of China Grove Public Hearing Notice The Board of Aldermen of the Town of China Grove, North Carolina will conduct a Public Hearing on the 3rd of May, 2011 at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall, 308 E Centerview Street, China Grove, North Carolina. Angelique Mayenge is requesting a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity to operate a taxicab in the Town of China Grove. All persons owning property or residing in the Town of China Grove will be given an opportunity to be heard on this matter. Documents are available for review at the China Grove Town Hall. Hearing impaired persons desiring additional information or having questions regarding this subject should call the North Carolina Relay Number for the Deaf (1800-735-8262). Please contact Emily Jackson at epjackson@benchmarkplanning.com or 704-8572466 if you having any questions about the public hearing. Town Clerk No. 61326 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Z 01-11 - PCUR 02-11 MONDAY, MAY 2, 2011

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J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. MEETING ROOM at the J. NEWTON COHEN, SR. ROWAN COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 130 W. Innes Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 At the date, time and place indicated herein, the Rowan County Board of Commissioners will conduct a hearing to consider the following: Z 01-11 Elizabeth Withers Smith is requesting a rezoning from Rural Agriculture (RA) to Commercial, Business, Industrial (CBI) on property located at 9010 Cool Springs Rd., further identified as Rowan County Tax Parcel Number 813 036, to allow for an ice cream shop. PCUR 02-11 JEMM, LLC is requesting a rezoning from Rural Agriculture (RA) to Industrial (INDCUD) and related conditional use approval of their property located at 11710 Bringle Ferry Rd., further identified as Rowan County Tax Parcel Number 507 039, for the purpose of operating a metal recycling facility. Please contact the Rowan County Planning Department, located at 402 North Main Street, Salisbury, NC (704) 216-8588, to request a copy of the above referenced applications. This is the 19th day of April 2011 Carolyn Athey, Clerk to the Board of Commissioners This notice to run April 22, 2011 and April 29, 2011 No. 61283 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ROWAN COUNTY - 10 SP 885 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Melissa C. Hayduk and Alan J. Robinette, Wife and Husband to R. Roy Mitchell, Jr., Trustee(s), which was dated April 8, 1999 and recorded on April 12, 1999 in Book 0849 at Page 0426, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on April 27, 2011 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Rowan County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING a part of Lots Nos. 125 thru 128 and a part of Lot No. 231 of "EAST ALEXANDER HEIGHTS", the same being recorded in the Rowan County Register of Deeds office in Book of Maps Page 597, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a nail, said nail being located by a bent 3/4-inch existing iron rod, and further referenced as being located South 74 deg. 56 min. 47 sec. East 94.72 feet from an existing nail, said nail being located in the center line of an intersection for Alexander and 28th Street; thence continuing along the margin of right-of-way for 28th Street, South 87 deg. 00 min. 00 sec. East 75.53 feet to a nail by a bent 3/4-inch existing iron rod; thence continuing South 14 deg. 29 min. 23 sec. West 101.41 feet to a nail by a 3/4-inch existing iron rod, said iron rod being the common corner of Lot 124, and further referenced as being the common corner of Lennie J. Michael as found on Tax Map 162, Parcel 28; thence continuing along the common line of Michael, North 86 deg. 28 min. 10 sec. West 73.55 feet to a 3/4-inch existing iron rod; thence continuing North 14 deg. 29 min. 23 sec. East 100.70 feet to the point of Beginning. Said description being taken from a survey prepared by Zackie L. Moore, R.L.S., dated 4/2/99.

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No. 61324 PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA - UTILITIES COMMISSION – RALEIGH DOCKET NO. E-7, SUB 979 Before the North Carolina Utilities Commission In the matter of Application of Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC, For Approval of DSM and Energy Efficiency Cost Recovery Rider Pursuant to G.S. 62-133.9 and Commission Rule R8-69 Notice is hereby given that the North Carolina Utilities Commission has scheduled a hearing in the annual demand-side management (DSM) and energy efficiency (EE) cost recovery proceeding for Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC (Duke). The public hearing has been scheduled to begin Thursday, June 23, 2011, at 9:30 a.m. In Commission Hearing Room 2215, Dobbs Building, 430 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This proceeding is being held pursuant to the provisions of G.S 62-133.9 and Commission Rule R8-69, for the purpose of determining whether an increment or decrement rider is required to allow Duke to recover all reasonable and prudent costs incurred for adoption and implementation of new DSM and new EE measures and appropriate incentives. Duke filed an application and testimony relative to the subject matter of the proceeding on March 23, 2011. By its application, Duke requests a total annual revenue increase of approximately $30.6 million, effective January 1, 2011, from the DSM/EE rider currently in effect. This request would result in an increase of 0.0661 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for residential customers. The effect of this request would increase the monthly bill of a residential customer using 1,000 kWhs of electricity by $0.66. Non-residential customers would see DSM/EE rider changes ranging from a decrease of 0.0288 cents per kWh to an increase of 0.1187 cents per kWh, depending upon their participation in Duke's DSM or EE programs. Industrial and large commercial customers that have, under G. S. 62-133.9, opted out of and never participated in Duke's DSM and EE programs are not subject to the rider. Non-residential customers may obtain detailed information about the rider increases or decreases applicable to their particular circumstances by contacting their Duke account representatives directly or Duke's Customer Service number at 1-800-777-9898. Further information may be obtained from the Office of the Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, Raleigh, North Carolina, where a copy of the Duke application is available for review by the public and on the Commission's website at www.ncuc.net. The Public Staff is authorized by statute to represent consumers in proceedings before the Commission. Written statements to the Public Staff should include any information that the writers wish to be considered by the Public Staff in its investigation. Such statements should be directed to Mr. Robert P. Gruber, Executive Director, Public Staff, 4326 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4326. The Attorney General is also authorized by statute to represent consumers in proceedings before the Commission. Statements to the Attorney General should be addressed to The Honorable Roy Cooper, Attorney General, 9001 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-9001. Written statements are not evidence unless the writers appear at a public hearing and testify concerning the information contained in their written statements. Any person desiring to intervene in the proceeding as a formal party of record should file a petition under North Carolina Utilities Commission Rules R1-5 and R1-19 on or before Wednesday, June 1, 2011. Such petitions should be filed with the North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 276994325. The direct testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses to be presented by intervenors should also be filed with the Commission on or before June 1, 2011. ISSUED BY ORDER OF THE COMMISSION This the 31st day of March, 2011 NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION Gail L. Mount, Deputy Clerk

No. 61325 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ROWAN COUNTY - 11 SP 204 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by GARY W COOK, SINGLE to JOVETTA WOODARD AND PATRICIA ROBINSON, Trustee(s), which was dated December 31, 2007 and recorded on January 22, 2008 in Book 1113 at Page 208, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on May 4, 2011 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Rowan County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN SALISBURY TOWNSHIP, ROWAN COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT AN E. I. P. IN THE RIGHT OF WAY OF RIDGE ROAD, H. E. HAMILTON CORNER; THENCE WITH RIDGE ROAD NORTH 88-41-16 WEST 149.10 FEET TO AN E. I. P. IN THE RIGHT OF WAY OF RIDGE ROAD, NINA LOUISE PENLEY CORNER; THENCE WITH PENLEY NORTH 00-43-10 EAST 337.66 FEET TO AN E. I. P IN THE LINE OF FRANKLIN POOL, INC.; THENCE WITH FRANKLIN POOL, INC., SOUTH 8930-00 EAST 149.64 FEET TO AN E. I. P. , H. E. HAMILTON CORNER; THENCE WITH HAMILTON SOUTH 00-48-39 WEST 339.78 FEET TO THE BEGINNING, BEING LOTS 11,12, AND 13 OF "T. J. MORGAN PROPERTY" MAP RECORDED IN MAP BOOK, PAGE 523 IN THE ROWAN COUNTY REGISTRY, AND CONTAINING 1.161 ACRES AS SHOWN ON SURVEY AND PLAT DATED AUGUST 29, 1986 BY RICHARD L. SCHULENBURGER, R. L. S.. THIS PROPERTY IS SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF WAY OF RIDGE ROAD. TAX ID: 3108021.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 306 East 28th Street, Kannapolis, NC 28083.

Said property is commonly known as 430 East Ridge Road, Salisbury, NC 28144.

Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, and the court costs of Forty-Five Cents (45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing.

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no representations of 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. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Melissa C. Hayduk and husband, Alan J. Robinette.

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. The notice shall also state that 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 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 confirmation of 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 their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Substitute Trustee By: Attorney, Brock & Scott, PLLC, Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200, Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988, FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 09-08150-FC02

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No. 61323 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE ROWAN COUNTY DISTRICT COURT DIVISION – FILE NO. 11CVD1008 Henry Strange, Jr. & Carolyn R. Strange, Plaintiffs, vs. Jennifer Nicole Ross & John Doe, Defendants. To: John Doe, Unknown Father Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the aboveentitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: An action by which the custody of your biological child is sought by the maternal grandparents. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than June 1, 2001, said date being forty (40) days from the first publication of this notice, and upon your failure to do so the Plaintiff will apply to the Court for the relief sought. This 19th day of April, 2011. Cecil L. Whitley, Attorney for Plaintiffs, 305 N. Main Street, Salisbury, NC 28144, Telephone: (704)637-1111, State Bar No. 5889 No. 61328 Notice to Creditors Having qualified as Executor For the estate of: Patricia Campbell Harrison Morris, 506 West 22nd Street, Kannapolis, NC 28081 This is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before 07/25/2011. 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. Dated this: 04/22/2011 Gary Ponder as Executor for the estate of: Patricia Campbell Harrison Morris, Deceased, file# 11e408, 506 West 22nd Street, Kannapolis, NC 28081 Attny At Law: Norman C Riddle, Norman C Riddle, PA , 5 Blueberry Ridge, Asheville, NC 28804, (828) 658-0077

No. 61284 NOTICE OF SALE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION - ROWAN COUNTY - 10sp1046 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JAIME A. HENRIQUEZ, SR. DATED NOVEMBER 12, 2002 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 956 AT PAGE 349 MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED 2/26/09 IN BOOK 1137, PAGE 989 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 12:00 PM on April 29, 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: Being all of Lot No. 45 of Hill-N-Dale Farms Subdivision, Section 1, as recorded in Book of Maps 9995 at Page 2508, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 200 Doe Ridge Dr, Cleveland, NC 27013 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Jaime A. Henriquez, Sr. 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 March 30, 2011. Grady I. Ingle Or Elizabeth B. Ells, Substitute Trustee, 10-009485 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ No. 61282 NOTICE OF SALE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION - ROWAN COUNTY - 11sp6 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY CARLTON ELLIS AND BRENDA J. ELLIS DATED AUGUST 28, 2003 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 986 AT PAGE 616 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 1:30 PM on April 28, 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: Lying and being In the Town of East Spencer and BEGINNING at an Iron pipe in the Western edge of Geroid Street (formerly St. James Street) corner to Lot No. 2 said iron pipe being North 42 degrees 01 minutes West 212.67 feet from the West corner of boundary and Geroid Street; thence with the line of Lot 2 South 50 degrees 53 minutes West 150.2 feet to an iron pipe; thence North 42 degrees 01 minutes West 85.9 feet to an iron pipe, corner of Lot 4; thence with the line of Lot 4 North 48 degrees 41 minutes East 150 feet to an Iron pipe in the edge of Geroid Street; thence with the edge of Geroid Street South 42 degrees 01 minutes East 91.67 feet to the BEGINNING, and being Lot No. 3. And Being more commonly known as: 506 East Geroid St, East Spencer, NC 28039 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Carlton Ellis and Brenda J. Ellis. 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 April 7, 2011. David W. Neill Or Elizabeth B. Ells, Substitute Trustee, 06-84775 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/

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Dump Truck Driver for a quad axle. Must have experience with asphalt and able to spread rock. Drug test required and must have medical card. 704857-9404 after 5pm.

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CLASSIFIED Consignment Growing Pains Family Consignments Call (704)638-0870 115 W. Innes Street

Farm Equipment & Supplies Farm Equipment, new & used. McDaniel Auction Co. 704-278-0726 or 704798-9259. NCAL 48, NCFL 8620. Your authorized farm equipment dealer.

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Dispatcher assistant. Exp. req., computer friendly, get loaded exp. a plus. M-F 9-5. Call Curtis 704-2783532 ext 202

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

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

Dodge Coronet R/T 1967 factory air dash. Complete. $300. Please call 704-213-2484

Kitchen Hutch, Good condition, plenty of storage room. $50. Call 704-6333975, ask for Ken

Wax auto buffer, $8. Umpire equipment, $20. Mic stand, $10. 24” side table, $11. 704-642-0512

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

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

ATTENTION FURNITURE MAKERS! Large walnut tree logs $250. 704-223-2803

Oak finish Desk. computer desk, 41 x 23 x 37. Task chair also. $30 for both. 704-279-6315

Kubota BX 2630 Tractor 4 wheel drive, front end loader, aerator, front bucket, scrape blade, 60” mowing deck $16,000. 704-209-3106

Freezer, large, chest type. $75. Please call 704-279-3990 for more information.

Flowers & Plants

Hutch, corner. Oak. 7 ft. high, 42” wide. 2/3 glass front. $200. Please call 704-857-9067

Leyland Cypress

Kenmore gas Older stove. $45.00. Must be able to transport. 704431-4421

Cosmetologist, Esthetician & Nail Tech needed. Call Lisa 704-279-0909

SKILLED LABOR Needed full time for dry cleaners pants press operator. Experienced Only Apply. Call 704-638-2344

Furniture & Appliances

Makes a beautiful property line boundary or privacy screen. One gallon three ft., $10. Seven gallon six ft. & full, $40. 14 ft. B&B, $200. All of the above includes mulch, special fertilizer, delivery and installation! 704-274-0569

Original Disney Lightning McQueen twin bed great condition $350.00, 704798-3019 Refrigerator. 25.1 cu. ft. Whirlpool side by side (stainless steel & black). Ice & water in the door. Like New! Moving - must sell! $500 firm. Call Ken 704-657-9877 Solid Wood Pedestal Table w/4 Windsor Back Chairs and leaf. Excellent condition $175 OBO. 704-245-8843

Food & Produce

Washer/dryer set $350; 30” electric range $175; refrigerator $225. Excellent shape. 704-798-1926

Seeking Employment

Lawn and Garden Caregiver. Christian & loving, seeking clients, 10 years exper, refs, 704-798-1737

Health & Beauty

Strawberries large and lucious, ready for picking now! $10 if you pick, $12 if we pick per 4 qt box. Miller's Farm, Beagle Club Rd, nr Dan Nicholas Pk. Call for hrs. Also open Sun. 1pm-until. 704-636-0730

Bikes, 2 Ross 26”, $20 ea.; treadmill $20; Ab Lounger $25; 2 glass lamps $25; 2 20” TVs $20 ea; Total Gym Pro $45; Slam Man Boxing $60. 704-279-2463

Entertainment center, will hold up to 30 in. TV. $50. OBO. 704-633-3975 ask for Ken Original 1969 Hood. Chevrolet Camaro hood. $325. Please call 704639-0779 for more info. HYPNOSIS will work for you!

Stop Smoking~Lose Weight It's Easy & Very Effective. Decide Today 704-933-1982 Jet lathe 20", $800. Miller Bobcat 225 generator/ welder, $2,600. Please call 704-279-6973

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

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

Holshouser Cycle Shop Lawn mower repairs and trimmer sharpening. Pick up & delivery. (704)637-2856

Boat, inflatable. Sea Sense Sport 300. New in box. $60. Icemaker, Portable Magic Chef. $60. 336-655-5034

Lawn tractor, Troybilt. 21Hp Briggs engine. 46” cut w/bag. Needs repair. $295. 704-639-0779

Display case, extra nice. lights. Teak Mirrros, wood. 67” x 40” x 22”. $295. Call 704-639-0779

2x4x14 $3 2x6x16 $7 2x4x16 $4.75 2x6x8 studs $3.25 2x4x93” $1.75 2x10x14 $5 D/W rafters $5 Floor trusses $5 each 704-202-0326

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Healthcare

LPN/RN Baylor position available 7am7pm. Apply in person, Brightmoor Nursing Ctr., 610 W. Fisher St.

comic book Vintage 1940S to collection. 1970s. $495. Please call 704-639-0779

Baby Items

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Crib - Honey Belle by Babys Dream Furniuture -converts to toddler and full size bed...Matching 52" hi dresser $475 call 704 213-9811

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Building Equip. & Supplies

Clothing & Footwear

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Free kittens. Lots of kittens to a good home 5 & 6 weeks old, mostly tortoise shell. 704-9331835

Dogs

Dogs SWEET BABES O' MINE!

Free dogs. Pit Bulls. 2 year old male & 9 month old female. Full-blooded. Call 704-738-7250 Free puppies. Lab Retriever mix. To good, loving homes. 8 weeks new old & ready for home. Black, chocolate & tan. Call 704-798-5388

English Bulldog Pups AKC. Fawn and White. Ready to go. Champion Pedigree. $1500 each Cash. 704-603-8257.

SWEET PUPS!

Golden Retriever Puppies, papers, first shots, four males $250 each, parents on site. Born January 11. Ready for their new home! 704638-9747

Chow Puppies for sale. AKC Registered. 5 males & 2 females, black and cinnamon. Ready April 28. $250 each. Call 704279-7520, leave message or 704-640-4224

Take Us Home for Easter!

Dogs

READY NOW!

Australian Shepherd Puppies. Blue Merle, Red Merle, and Tri-color. Parents on site. Merles, $150. Tri-Color, $100. Call 704-239-6989

AKC BOXER PUPS 3 Brindle males available, tails docked, dewormed, Vet check and 1st shots. $350, 704-213-0070. Rowan Animal Clinic is having a Horse Coggins & Vaccination Clinic onsite on April 27th, 8am-6pm. RSVP: 704-636-3408

Call or email your legislators today! Tell them you want notices in your local newspaper! Vote NO on H.B. 472!

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

Bike 20” Dyno Trick $20. Good condition, needs minor repair to brakes 704-279-6315

dog. German Free Shepard Mix. Free to good home. Female. Fixed & shots. 8 months old. 704-575-0158

Got puppies or kittens for sale?

Zoning hearings. Changes in city ordinances. Bids on public projects. When government only has to let you know about these by putting items on its own website, without the independent verification of the newspaper, your rights are put in jeopardy. Officials could simply say, “TRUST US, we placed a notice on our website. Sorry if you didn’t see it when it was online.”

Garage door. 9 x 7 metal garage door, includes automatic opener. $175. 704-640-5750

Sporting Goods

Free Kittens. 5 grey kittens. About 6 weeks old. Granite Quarry area. 704-279-5961. Lv. Msg.

Giving away kittens or puppies?

House Bill 472 would allow town officials to avoid putting a public notice in the place where citizens know to find them, in the local newspaper.

Painters

EXPERIENCED RESIDENTIAL PAINTERS!

Cats Cat. Sweet silver tabby. only please. Inside Spayed. Tests negative. All shots. 704-636-0619

Some legislators in Raleigh seem to think it would be a good idea when it comes to your right to know what the city or county is up to.

Bed for todder, white Cosco, complete with bedding. $50. Call 704637-0336

Piano, upright, $150. Wedding dress, size 9, $300. Chest freezer, $50. Call 704-857-5202

Birds African Gray Bird. Has bloodwork & pet carrier. 4 large cages & 1 small cage. Asking $400. 704-637-7556

Would you let a fox guard your hen house?

Antiques & Collectibles

Experienced Med Tech needed. Apply in person at: The Meadows of Rockwell, 612 Hwy 152 E, Rockwell. No phone calls please.

Refrigerator, side by side, white, $175. Standard refrigerator, $125. Sit-down work-out bike, $85. Curved glass coffee table, $115. 704-855-3588

Music Sales

Lumber All New!

Hair Stylist needed in busy salon. Commission. Dependable self starter. 704-279-0800 Healthcare

Nautilus weight bench with 14 weights. Like new. $150. Daewoo TV, 36”, $50. Nice. Please call 704-267-2968

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

SOLD Bulldog puppies. 2 male, 6 female. 4 females French Champion sired. $1,500 & up. Please call 704-6401359 or 704-640-2541

If you are uncertain who your legislator is, go to www.ncpress.com for a link to discover who represents you.

We sold ALL the puppies within 2 weeks! ~ T.T., Salisbury

SOLD

Puppies, Malti-Poos. 1male and 1 female. One white and one cream. Both have Malteese hair. 1st shots and wormings. $300 each. Ready 4-2211. Call 704-636-9867

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Pets & Livestock Supplies & Services Puppies and kittens available. Follow us on FaceBook Animal Care Center of Salisbury. Call 704-637-0227

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dog. Coon Found Hound, Monday, April 18, Gold Hill area. Call to identify. 704-279-2126

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Found dog. Mixed breed female. 40lb. White face, golden brown coloring. Crescent neighborhood. Please call to identify. 704-267-0106

Pool table/air hockey 2n1 full size table. Like new. $350.00. Call 704-2782294 leave message

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Lost & Found

All Coin Collections Silver, gold & copper. Will buy foreign & scrap gold. 704-636-8123

Found dog. Possibly Russell mix, Jack on female, April 21, Young Rd & Archer Farms Dr. White with brown patches. Call to identify. 704-603-8327

Timber wanted - Pine or hardwood. 5 acres or more select or clear cut. Shaver Wood Products, Inc. Call 704-278-9291.

Found dog. Small breed, white with black spot on back. Female. Found in Granite Quarry near Circle K. 704-431-4453

Watches – and scrap gold jewelry. 704-636-9277 or cell 704-239-9298

Found Female Pitbull, 46 months old. Heilig Road area. Call 704-6332103 or 704-640-0056 to identify.

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Heritage Auction Co. Glenn M.Hester NC#4453 Salisbury (704)636-9277 www.heritageauctionco.com

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

Cleaning Services

Elaine's Special Cleaning Sparkling Results, Reasonable Rates. Free Estimates & References Given.

704-637-7726

Concrete Work

All types concrete work ~ Insured ~ NO JOB TOO SMALL! Call Curt LeBlanc today for Free Estimates

704-636-8058

Grading & Hauling Backhoe work, lots cleared, ditches, demolition, hauling. Reasonable prices. 704-637-3251 Beaver Grading Quality work, reasonable rates. Free Estimates 704-6364592

Piedmont AC & Heating Electrical Services Lowest prices in town!! 704-213-4022

New Homes Additions & Repairs Small Commercial Ceiling Texture Removal

Fencing

704-797-4220

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Since 1955

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Drywall Services

704-279-2600 You’re likely to find them and much more in the Classifieds.

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

Financial Services

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Carport and Garages

Fencing

We’ll print and distribute over 22,000 copies of your ad every week!

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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3 BR, 2 BA, newer kitchen, large dining room, split bedrooms, nice porches, huge detached garage, concrete drives. R51548 $82,000. Monica Poole 704-245-4628 B&R Realty

In country. 2 or 3BR, 1 large BA on 2 acres. 1,450 sq. ft with 1,450 sq. ft. basement. All heated & cooled. Extra large living room, kitchen, dining area, den. 2 fireplaces. 1 car attached garage. Brick. In country. Also, carport & outbuilding. 2 covered porches. Paved drive. $139,900. Call 704-795-3967

Lost Bass Tracker boat seat between Tamarac Marina & Jake Alexander Blvd. on April 14th . Call 704-332-0557 Lost dog. Found small black dog April 16 in the vicinity of Jake Alexander and I-85. Call 704-6409357

China Grove

OWNER FINANCING

For Sale by Owner. 3BR, 2BA. Nice house and neighborhood. New paint, blinds and appliances. Possible owner financing with small down payment. $109,000 with payments approx. $775/month. Please call 704-663-6766

Lost Chihuahua in Tanglewood. Male, tan and white, wearing blue collar, needs medication. 704-490-5830

Monument & Cemetery Lots

Cleveland. Beautiful, pristine brick home on 25 acs. 3BR/2BA with bonus room and basement. Has fenced pasture land great for horses & a garden spot. If you want privacy & a great neighborhood along with a beautiful home, wait no more. Call today. $575,000. Motivated Sellers. Dream Weaver Properties of NC LLC 704-906-7207

504 Lake Drive, 3 BR, 1 BA, brick, carport, 1080 sq.ft., corner lot, hardwood floors, new windows, remodeled bath, new kitchen floor, fenced side yard, central heat/AC, close to town parks. $83,900. Call 704-279-3821 Landis

New Listing

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Wonderful Home

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 Fulton Heights

Reduced

CLEVELAND 35 ACRES

2 BR, 1 BA, covered front porch, double pane windows, double attached carport, big yard, fence. 52179 $99,400 Dale Yontz B&R Realty 704202-3663

Lovely 3BR/ 2BA brick ranch in great location. Hardwood floors, large rooms, sun porch, attached garage, big fenced back yard. $123,900. MLS #976913 for details 704-202-0091 Rankin-Sherrill House, Mt. Ulla

Very private, 6-yr. old home on 35 acres. New paint, Pergo flooring, HVAC and metal roof. Gas logs. Huge master suite w/ jacuzzi. Sun room. Double garage. 172 Rocky Pt Dr. MLS# 51546 $270,000. Call April at 704-402-8083.

Home Improvement

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3BR/2BA Beautifully renovated historic brick, 2 story antebellum home, 2880 SF, 2 acs. double detached garage. Old smokehouse converted to workshop & storage. Just reduced to $195,000 MLS#51617. April Sherrill Realty 704-402-8083. Rockwell

ACREAGE!

REDUCED

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Gorgeous Remodeled 4 BR home in Country Club Hills. Large kitchen, Granite Huge Master Counters, Suite, Family Room, Wide Deck, Attached Garage, & Fenced Back Yard with In-Ground pool. Great 704-202-0091 $235,000. MLS# 986835

Free younger cats and kittens seeking loving homes. 704-431-4421

Home Improvement

Lawn Equipment Repair Services

Manufactured Home Services

Painting and Decorating

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

Browning ConstructionStructural repair, flooring installations, additions, decks, garages. 704-637-1578 LGC

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

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

Lawn Maint. & Landscaping

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

Brisson - HandyMan Home Repair, Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, etc. Insured. 704-798-8199 Garages, new homes, remodeling, roofing, siding, back hoe, loader 704-6369569 Maddry Const Lic G.C. HMC Handyman Services. Any job around the house. Please call 704-239-4883

The Floor Doctor Complete crawlspace work, Wood floor leveling, jacks installed, rotten wood replaced due to water or termites, brick/block/tile work, foundations, etc. 704-933-3494

Remodeling. Hardwood & Vinyl flooring, carpet, decks added. Top Quality work! 704-637-3251

Earl's Lawn Care 3Landscaping 3Mulching 3Core Aeration 3Fertilizing

FREE Estimates

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CASH FOR

I will pick up your nonrunning vehicles & pay you to take them away! Call Mike anytime. 336-479-2502

Kitchens, Baths, Sunrooms, Remodel, Additions, Wood & Composite Decks, Garages, Vinyl Rails, Windows, Siding. & Roofing. ~ 704-633-5033 ~

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3Mowing 3Yard Cleanup 3Trimming Bushes

cars & trucks. Will pick up cars within 2 hours of your call. $275 & up. Call Tim at 980-234-6649

Remodeling, Room Additions, Garages & Decks, Foundation & Crawl Space Repairs kirkmanlarry11@ yahoo.com

~ 704-202-2390 ~

704-224-6558

Junk Removal

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

High quality work. Good prices on all your masonry needs.

_ Bush Hogging _ Plowing _ Tilling _ Raised garden beds Free Estimates

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 – “The House Whisperer!”

James Bogle Home Repairs Floors, Paint, Pressure Wash, Baths, Kitchens. Call 704-639-9324 or 704-798-4911

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

Brown's Landscape

Professional Services Unlimited

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

Masonry and Brickwork

Billy J. Cranfield, Total Landscape

GAYLOR'S LAWNCARE For ALL your lawn care needs! *FREE ESTIMATES* 704-639-9925/ 704-640-0542

Miscellaneous Services Basinger Sewing Machine Repair. Parts & Service – Salisbury. 704-797-6840 or 704-797-6839

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

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

Complete plumbing repairs. Rotten floors & water damage. $45 service calls. Senior Citizen's discounts.

Call today! Immediate Response!

336-251-8421 Roofing and Guttering SEAMLESS GUTTER Licensed Contractor C.M. Walton Construction, 704-202-8181

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

~ 704-633-5033 ~

John Sigmon Stump grinding, Prompt service for 30+ years, Free Estimates. John Sigmon, 704-279-5763.

~ 704-245-5599 ~ Steve's Lawn Care We'll take care of all your lawn care needs!! Great prices. 704-431-7225

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Hodges Plumbing Services

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

Mow, Trim & Blow $35 Average Yard Ask for Jeffrey

Lawn Maint. & Landscaping

Plumbing Services

Tree Service

Summer Special!

I buy junk cars. Will pay cash. $250 & up. Larger cars, larger cash! Call 704-239-1471

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

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

B & L Home Improvement Including carpentry, bathroom & kitchen remodeling, roofing, flooring. Free Estimates, Insured .... Our Work is Guaranteed!

3 BR, 2 BA, up to $2,500 in closing. Attached carport, Rocking Chair front porch, nice yard. R50846 $114,900 Monica Poole 704.245.4628 B&R Realty

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

I need you!

Complete Cleaning Service. Basic, windows, spring, new construction, & more. 704-857-1708

E. Spencer

Granite Quarry

Home Sweet Home

Free Stuff

Bull Dog Mix, sweet,, good disposition, 65 lbs. approx 5 yr, must have good place to keep him. No Children Please 704224-3895

Cleaning Services

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.

Rowan Memorial Pk., two plots in Roseland Section, $2800 OBO for both. 336-239-3981

Bull Dog mix, 65 lbs. Approx 5 yr. , sweet, good disposition, must have good place to keep him. No children please 704-224-3895

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Homes for Sale

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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

Lost dogs. English Bull dogs, male & female white. Approx. 3 years old. Lost in East 22nd St. area. 704-467-0807

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Homes for Sale

Stoner Painting Contractor • 25 years exp. • Int./Ext. painting • Pressure washing • Staining • Mildew Removal • References • Insured 704-239-7553

Johnny Yarborough, Tree Expert trimming, topping, & removal of stumps by machine. Wood splitting, lots cleared. 10% off to senior citizens. 704-857-1731 MOORE'S Tree TrimmingTopping & Removing. Use Bucket Truck, 704-209-6254 Licensed, Insured & Bonded TREE WORKS by Jonathan Keener. Insured – Free estimates! Please call 704-636-0954.

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

Salisbury

Awesome Location

Salisbury

Lots of Extras

Salisbury

Small budget Lots for Space

Motivated Seller 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 Salisbury

New Home 3BR, 2BA. $3,500 in closing. New hardwoods in master BR and living room. Lovely kitchen with new stainless appliances. Deck, private back yard. R51492 $124,900 Poole B&R Monica Realty 704-245-4628

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

Genesis Realty 704-933-5000 genesisrealtyco.com Foreclosure Experts Salisbury & Shelby, 2, 3 & 4 BR, starting at $29,900! Must see! Call today 704-633-6035

Salisbury

3 BR, 2 BA in Hunters Pointe. Above ground pool, garage, huge area that could easily be finished upstairs. R51150A. $164,900. B&R Realty 704-633-2394

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4/5 BR,2 BA, move-in ready. Updated with lots of space, great city location, neighborhood park across the street, large kitchen, sunny utility room. Priced over $20,000 BELOW TAX Value. R52017A List Price: $94,900 B&R Realty Monica Poole 704.245.4628 Salisbury

Forest Creek. 3 BedNew room, 1.5 bath. home priced at only $84,900. R48764 B&R Realty 704.633.2394

Special Financing

Homes for Sale

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

VERY NICE HOUSE!

Salisbury. 3BR, 2BA on 1.26 acres. All new appliances, updated bathrooms (new toilets, sinks, etc.) Two car garage, well Septic system water. drained summer 2010. Electric heat, air conditioning. Large workshop/ garage. $75,000 obo. Call Kellie at 704-701-9468

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. $96,500. Monica Poole 704.245.4628 B&R Realty 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

Lots of Room

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

Salisbury

New Listing

3 BR, 2 BA brick home in Run Woodbridge subdivision. Storm doors, double pane windows, screened porch, attached double garage. 52136 $169,500 B&R Realty 704-202-6041 Salisbury

Motivated Seller

Over 2 Acres

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

3 BR, 2.5 BA, wonderful home on over 2 acres, horses allowed, partially fenced back yard, storage building. $154,900 R51465 B&R Realty 704.633.2394

There is a NEW group of people EVERY day, looking for a DEAL in the classifieds.

Brand new! 3 BR, 2 BA, home w/great front porch, rear deck, bright living room, nice floor plan. Special financing for qualified buyers. Call today! R52142 $90,000 Monica Poole B&R Realty 704-245-4628

Cleveland, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1600 SF on first floor, 1100 SF basement, in ground pool, outbuildings, 4.13 acres, $189K (22K below new tax value) 704-9285062

Spencer

Reduced What A Deal!

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 West. Good location. Outside city limits. Handyman's delight. House needs tender loving care. Will sell for ½ of what's on tax books. Getting too old to look after house. Call after 11am for info. 704-636-9997

Cleared, level land on Chenault Rd. 1.34 acs $12,750, 5 acs $41,800. Call April Sherrill Realty 704-402- 8083 Bringle Ferry Rd. 2 tracts. Will sell land or custom build. A50140A. B&R Realty, Monica 704-245-4628 Build Here! Wooded 2 acres, registered survey, 10 min to Salisbury, $19,900 owner financing. 704-535-4159

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

Landis. 1BR/1BA home, 900 sq ft on 1/3 acre, natural gas heat, partially remodeled. $55,000. Call 704-223-1462

FOR SALE BY OWNER 36.6 ACRES AND HOME

Salisbury

Unique Property

1 OR 5 ACRES CLEVELAND

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

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

Salisbury Salisbury

Land for Sale

Salisbury. 925 Agner Rd. Below tax and appraisal value at $399,000. 3 BR/2BA brick home w/sunroom and 2 car garage sits in the middle of this beautiful property. Open and wooded pasture areas w/barn. 704-603-8244 or 704-209-1405

E. Rowan res. water front lot, Shore Landing subd. $100,000 Monica Poole B&R Realty 704-245-4628

2,500 total sq. ft. Appliances Included Built on your lot $126,900

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AAA+ Apartments $425-$950/mo. Chambers Realty 704-637-1020

Available now! Spacious and thoughtfully designed one bedroom apartment homes for Senior Citizens 55+ years of age. $475 rent with only a $99 deposit! Call now for more information 704-639-9692. We will welcome your Section 8 voucher!

Lots for Sale Southwestern Rowan Co.

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

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

New Cape Cod Style House

403 Carolina Blvd. Duplex For Rent. 2BR,1BA. $500/mo. Please call 704-279-8467

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

704-633-1234

Apartments

Lovely Duplex Rowan Hospital area. 2BR, 1BA. Heat, air, water, appl. incl. $675. 704-633-3997 Salis. 523 E. Cemetary St. 1BR, 1 BA, No Pets, $330/mo + $330/dep. Sect 8 OK. 704-507-3915. Salis. Nice modern 1BR, energy efficient, off Jake Alexander, lighted parking lot. $395 dep. 704-640-5750 Salis., 2BR/1BA, W/D conn. $500/mo. Total remodel. All elec. Sect. 8 OK. 704-202-5022 Salisbury Airport Rd, 1BR / 1BA, water, trash collection incl'd. All elec. $395/mo. 704633-0425 Lv Msg Salisbury City, Lincolnton Rd. 1BR/1BA, very spacious, good n'hood, $375 + dep. 704-640-5750 Salisbury, near hospital. 2 BR, 1BA. Central heat & air, W/D hookup. $450/mo. No pets. 704-279-3518 Spencer. 2BR/1½ BA, appls w/ W/D hook up, security lights, no pets, Sect. 8 OK. 704-279-3990 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 Kannapolis. 2 story townhouse. 2BR, 2BA brick front. Kitchen/dining combo, large family room. Private deck. $600/mo. 704534-5179 / 704-663-7736

Knox Farm Subdivision. Beautiful lots available now starting at $19,900. B&R Realty 704.633.2394

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

Colony Garden Apartments 2BR and 1-1/2 BA Town Homes $585/mo. Call about our

Spring Move-in Special 704-762-0795

3 BR, 2 BA True Modular Ranch. Over 1600 sq.ft. $129,000 value. Quick sale $107,900 set up on your land. 704-463-7555

A Country Paradise

Apartments 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 China Grove. 1BR Apartment completely furnished. No pets. 704857-8503 Lv. Msg.

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 Salisbury Area 3 or 4 bedroom, 2 baths, $500 down under $700 per month. 704-225-8850

Real Estate Services Allen Tate Realtors Daniel Almazan, Broker 704-202-0091 www.AllenTate.com B & R REALTY 704-633-2394

Houses for Rent 2/1 DUPLEX NICE NEIGHBORHOOD Clean and cozy duplex in Fulton Heights. $450/mo. 1117 Fries. 704-797-6130 3 BR, 1 BA, has refrigerator, stove & big yard. No pets. $625/rent + $600/dep. Call Rowan Properties 704-633-0446

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

3 BR, 2 BA, close to Salisbury Mall. Gas heat, nice. Rent $695, deposit $600. Call Rowan Properties 704-633-0446

China Grove. One room eff. w/ private bathroom & kitchenette. All utilities incl'd. $379/mo. + $100 deposit. 704-857-8112

Available for rent – Homes and Apartments Salisbury/Rockwell Eddie Hampton 704-640-7575

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 9:00-12:00. TDD Relay 1-800-735-2962 Equal Housing Opportunity. Clancy-hills@cmc-nc.com

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

China Grove area. Lovely older home. Large kitchen. 4BR, hardwood floors. Freshly painted. $700/mo. 919-625-6458 E Rowan area 3BR/2BA, central heat and air, remodeled like new, no pets. 704-279-6139 E. Lafayette, 2 BR, 1 BA, has refrigerator and stove. Gas heat, no pets. Rent $595, deposit $500. Call Rowan Properties 704-633-0446

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Apartments 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.

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

E. Rowan. 3BR, 2BA. Carport, living room, great room. Central heat & air, credit check, lease, $895/ mo + deposit. No pets. 704639-6000 or 704-633-0144

Duplexes & Apts, Rockwell$500-$600. TWO Bedrooms Marie Leonard-Hartsell Wallace Realty 704-239-3096 marie@sellingsalisbury.com

East Rowan area. 2BR, 1BA house. 1BR apt. No pets. Deposit required. Call 704-279-8428

Eaman Park Apt. 2 BR, 1 BA, newly renovated. $400/mo. No pets. Please call 704-798-3896 East Rowan area. 2BR, $450-$550 per month. Chambers Realty 704-239-0691 East Spencer - 2 BR, 1 BA. $400 per month. Carolina-Piedmont Prop. 704-248-2520 Faith, 2 BR, 1 BA. Has refrigerator and stove. Yard maintenance and garbage pickup furnished. All electric. Rent $475, deposit $400. Call Rowan Properties 704-633-0446 Granite Quarry, 2 BR, 2 BA. Very nice, gas heat. Rent $525, Deposit $500. Call Rowan Properties 704-633-0446 Holly Leaf Apts. 2BR, 1½BA. $555. Kitchen appliances, W/D connection, cable ready. 704-637-5588 Moreland Pk area. 2BR all appliances furnished. $495-$595/mo. Deposit negotiable. Section 8 welcome. 336-247-2593 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 www.waggonerrealty.com

East Spencer, 608 Sides Lane. Brick ranch style house with 3BR, 2 BA, LR, DR & Den. Eat in kitchen, laundry room, Central Heat & A/C. Carpet in all rooms. Sec 8 only. No pets. Rent $750. Dep $500. Call 732-770-1047. Fairmont Ave., 3 BR, 1 ½ BA, has refrigerator & stove, large yard. Rent $725, dep. $700. No Pets. Call Rowan Properties, 704-633-0446 Houses: 3BRs, 1BA. Apartments: 2 & 3 BR's, 1BA Deposit required. Faith Realty 704-630-9650 Hurly School Rd., 2BR/1BA, appliances, wooded lot, $460 + dep. 704-640-5750 Salisbury

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Salisbury. 1018 West Horah St. 4BR, 3BA with 2 kitchens. $750/mo. Please call 919-519-7248

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Houses for Rent

Kanna. 2120 Centergrove Rd. 3BR, 2BA. $975/ mo. Kanna. 1004 Craven Ave. 2BR, 1BA $575/mo. KREA 704-933-2231 Near China Grove. 2BR, 1BA. Limit 3. No pets. $600/mo. Dep. & credit check req. 704-279-4838

Yard Sale Area 1

Houses for Rent

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

Salisbury. 728 Maupin Ave. Easter Sale. Saturday, April 23rd , 7am-until. Brand new dresses, shoes, handjewelry, nice bags, household items, rugs, pillows. Too much to list! Don't miss this one.

YARD SALE AREAS

Spencer. 408 S. Yadkin Ave. Saturday, April 22nd, 7am-3pm. Lots of old items. Tools, china, furniture, misc. items. Anthony Fisher, 704-433-1951

YARD SALE April 22, 23, & 25, 7:00 til 3:00, 320 Gold Hill Drive, Salisbury. Complete household contents & old antiques. Inquiries call 704-636-6336

Yard Sale Area 2

Area 1 - Salisbury, East Spencer, & Spencer

Woodleaf Yard Sale, Sat., 7:30 am-until, 1885 and 1733 Powell Rd. Tractor & equip., Chevy truck, rods, reels, chain saws, tools, leaf blowers, weed eaters, wheel barrow, snow skis, movies, records, players, household items. 704-7982789 or 704-278-0629

Area 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; W. Rowan incl Woodleaf, Mt. Ulla & Cleveland Area 3 - S. Rowan incl Landis, China Grove, Kannapolis & Mooresville Area 4 - E. Rowan incl. Granite Quarry, Faith, Rockwell & Gold Hill

Yard Sale Area 3

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

Yard Sale Area 1

Salisbury Yard Sale, 3265 Cauble Road Saturday, April 23rd, 8am-1pm, yard equipment, clothes, furniture, tools, collectibles, electronics and more!

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CLASSIFIED Houses for Rent

Houses for Rent

Salisbury 2BR/1BA, H/A, H/W floors, new paint, $475/mo + $475 dep. NO PETS! 828-390-0835

Salisbury East Liberty Street, 3BR/1Â˝BA, gas heat, $590 per month. 704-633-0425 Lv msg

Yard Sale Area 4

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Salisbury HUGE Community/ Moving/ Tag Sale, Saturday, April 23, 7:00 AM, 125 Greenbrier Creek Place, located on Stokes Ferry near Dunn's Mountain.

Will hold its annual PATRIOTS PALOOZA May 7, 2011 10-2 p.m. Yard sale spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis for $10 or $15 if we provide a table. YOU KEEP ALL YOUR PROFITS!!! Send in your payment to reserve your spot today and support Southeast!!

Faith. 330 Burl Castor Rd. (Faith Rd. Â˝ mile past flashing light, turn on Fraley St. Follow signs) Multi-Family Yard Sale. Saturday, April 23rd , 7am1pm. Playstation & games, boys' clothes (sz. 14). A little bit of everything!

Granite Quarry. Eastwood Development (off S. Main St.) 2nd Annual Community Yard Sale. Saturday, April 23rd, 8am1pm. Tons of clothing (women's & juniors, boys' infant to 12m), baby gear, books, toys, crafts, breast cancer awareness items, large furniture items, electronics, tools, movies, much more!

W Rowan/Woodleaf school dist. 2BR/1BA house. Taking applications. No pets. $425/mo. 704-754-7421

Park Ave, 2 bedroom, 1 Bath, Central air, gas heat, washer and dryer hookup. $450 a month 704-340-8032

Salisbury Huge Plant Sale! 1345 Mt. Hope Church Rd., Sat., April 23, 9am-4pm. Ban. trees, bedding plants, vegetables, 3 gal. Windmill Palms $16, 3 gal. Knock Out Roses $17, Japanese Maples 6 ft. + $75, 10â&#x20AC;? full hanging baskets $12.

Salisbury, 2 BR houses & apts, $525/mo and up. 704-633-4802

Salisbury, near Ellis Park. Old Mocksville Rd. 3BR, 2BA double-wide. Electric heat & air. Well water. Storage building with small shed. Garbage service included. $750/ mo. + $750 deposit. No Section 8. 704-279-5765

Salisbury, April 23, 7 a.m., 2460 Mount Hope Church Rd,. Wide selection of clothes, household items, sporting goods, baseball cards. A lot of children items.

Salisbury, North Shaver Street, 2BR/1BA, gas heat, $425 per month. 704-633-0425 Lv msg

Salisbury. 114 Poe Dr. (Off Beagle Club Rd. b/w Stokes Ferry Rd. & Bringle Ferry Rd.) Sat., April 23rd, 8am-? TVs, entertainment centers, men's & women's clothing, pictures & paintings, home dĂŠcor, kids' toys, poker table (seats 12), brand new Harley Davidson poker table, computer hardware.

Salisbury. 2BR, appls., storage bldg., $425/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. 4 rooms. 71 Hill St. All appls furnished. $495/ mo + dep. Limit 2. 704-633-5397

Salisbury. 260 William Drive. Multi-Family Yard Sale. Saturday, April 23rd, 8am-12noon. Console TV, microwave, housewares, clothes, camping supplies, go-cart, books.

Office and Commercial Rental

Office Complex

Salisbury, Kent Exec. $100 & up, 1st Park, month free, ground floor, incls conf rm, utilities, & ample pkg. 704-202-5879

Office and Commercial Rental

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

450 to 1,000 sq. ft. of Warehouse Space off Jake Alexander Blvd. Call 704-279-8377

Manufactured Home for Rent Cooleemee. 2BR $100 / wk, $400 dep on Â˝ ac lot. 336-998-8797, 704-9751579 or 704-489-8840 East Area. 2BR, water, trash. Limit 2. Dep. req. No pets. Call 704-6367531 or 704-202-4991

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

East Rowan. 2BR. trash and lawn service included. No pets. $450 month. 704-433-1255

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

NICE DOUBLEWIDE JUST REMODELED 3 bedroom on private 1.7 acres. Fenced in front yard. Near High rock lake. No pets. $650 plus deposit. 704-279-7642

Salisbury. 4BR, 2BA. Gas heat/air conditioning. Hardwood floors. No pets. $700/mo. + $700 deposit. 704-633-5067

Salisbury/Spencer area 2-6 BR houses. Cent. heat & AC. $550- $950/ month. Jim 704-202-9697

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

Beside ACE HARDWARE, #229 E Main St Hwy 52, 2,700 sq ft finished store front combined with 2,100 sq ft warehouse. Call 704-279-4115 or email thadwhicker@cozartlumber.com

Newly constructed S.E. Collins Corporate Building located at 1817 E. Innes St, Salisbury. 2 Professional Business Office Suites available on ground level. 1,375 and 1,425 sq ft each or combine for 2,800 sq ft. Plenty of parking. Will upfit interior to suit. Ideal E. Innes location Â˝ mile from I-85 and 1 mile from downtown Salisbury. Negotiable lease terms. Call 704-638-6337 or email cbasinger@scollinseng.com

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Great Space!

Office and Commercial Rental

Industrial/ Warehouse Salisbury/Spencer

Office Suite Available. Bradshaw Real Estate 704-633-9011

EASY ACCESS TO I-85!

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

Office Space

Office Suite for Lease. Two large rooms, 26' x 13' and 10' x 16'. Also included is a large shared kitchen/break room space with private BR. 1 year lease preferred; $750 monthly rent includes all utilities. Free Wi-Fi. Call 704-636-1811.

North Salisbury in the country, 3BR/2BA, no pets, dep. & refs. $475/mo. 704-855-2100 Nr. Carson H.S., 2BR / 1BA, $400 + dep., & Faith, 2BR/1BA, $375 + dep. NO PETS! 704-239-2833 Rockwell. 2BR, 1BA. Appl., water, sewer, trash service incl. $500/mo. + dep. Pets OK. 704-279-7463

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

Rowan County. Nice block building for lease or sale. Great location for a community type use or a small business. Has two baths, a kitchen and Call for office area. details. Dream Weaver Properties of NC LLC 704-906-7207

Faith. 2BR, 1BA. Water, trash, lawn maint. incl. No pets. Ref. $425. 704-2794282 or 704-202-3876 N. Salisbury in the Country, 2 BR, 1 BA, limit 3, no pets. Dep. & ref. $375/mo. 704-855-2100

HIGH TRAFFIC AREA IN ROCKWELL!

5,000 sq.ft. warehouse w/loading docks & small office. Call Bradshaw Real Estate 704-633-9011

Salisbury

Do you want first shot at the qualified buyers, or the last chance? Description brings results!

TO SELL 72HOURS HOURS TO SAVE !

Spencer. 2BR, 1BA. Central heat/air. No pets. $500/mo. + $500 deposit. 704-633-5067

Great Location!

Townhome. Impressive entry foyer with mahoghany staircase. Downstairs: L/R, country kitchen w/FP, island & appliances. Laundry room, Â˝ bath. Upstairs: 2BR, lots of closets, jacuzzi bath. Uniquely historic, but modern. 704-6914459

Yard Sale Area 4

Southeast Middle School 1570 Peeler Rd, Salisbury, NC 28146 (Off Hwy 29)

SPENCER 2 BR, 1BA $440/Month Appliances & Storage 910-508-9853

Salisbury

Salisbury apt. houses for rent 2-3BRs. Application, deposit, & proof of employment req'd. Section 8 welcome. 704-762-1139

Office and Commercial Rental

Houses for Rent

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 www.bostandrufty-realty.com

Salisbury. 3/4BR, 2BA. F/P, garden tub, 4 skylights, 2,250 sqft., 2 car carport. Section 8 welcome. School bus picks up in front of house for elem., middle and high school. $850/mo + $850 dep. Please call 704-245-4191 or 704310-5990 West & South Rowan. 2 & 3 BR. No pets. Perfect for 3. Water included. Please call 704-857-6951

Rooms for Rent 1.87 acres of land. 5,000 sq. ft. metal building with 15 ft. ceilings, three roll up doors and two regular doors, office, and two bathrooms. Service road to I-85. (Exit 81, Spencer). Call 704-2024872 after 5 pm.

Manufactured Home Lot Rentals South Rowan area. Attractive mobile home lots. Water, garbage, sewer furnished. $160/mo. 704636-1312 or 704-798-0497

MILLER HOTEL Rooms for Rent Weekly $110 & up 704-855-2100 Nr VA. Furnished, utilities incl., cent. heat/air, cable TV, Veterans Welcome! $100/wk. 704-314-5648 Salisbury. Furnished & unfurnished, W/D, stove, cent. H/A, cable, utilities. $125/wk. 704-213-2053

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22011 011 NNISSAN ISSAN AARMADA RMADA SSLL 44X4 X4

SSTK. TK. #5991, #5991, MODEL MODEL #16211 #16211 MSRP: ........................................................................ MSRP: ...................................................................... $$39,710 39,710 RREBATE: EBATE: .......................................................................-$1500 ..................................................................... -$1500 DDISCOUNT: ISCOUNT: ..................................................................-$4500 .................................................................. -$4500 SALE S ALE P PRICE: RICE:

STK.. #6127, STK #6127, MODEL M #26411 #26411 MSRP: ....................................................................... MSRP: ....................................................................... $49,435 $49,435 RREBATE: EBATE: ......................................................................-$3500 ...................................................................... -$3500 DDISCOUNT: ISCOUNT: ..................................................................-$4500 .................................................................. -$4500 SALE S ALE PRICE: PRICE:

22011 011 NNISSAN ISSAN 3370Z 70Z RROADSTER OADSTER TTOURING OURING

SSTK. TK. #6033, #6033, MODEL MODEL #42211 #42211

MSRP: ........................................................................$48,520 MSRP: ...................................................................... $48,520 DDISCOUNT: ISCOUNT: ..................................................................-$5000 ..................................................................-$5000 SALE S ALE P PRICE: RICE:

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QUALITY CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED VEHICLES â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;05 DODGE DODGE CCARAVAN ARAVAN â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;05

8,988 8,988 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;07 CHEVY CHEVY HHHR HR LT LT â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;07 $ REMOTE SSTART, TART, LOCAL LOCAL TRADE, TRADE, LOW LOW MILES, MILES, ##6090AA 6090A A......... ......... 11,988 11,988 REMOTE â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;02 GMC GMC YYUKON UKON XXLL â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;02 $ LEATHER, LOCAL, LOCAL, CHROME, CHROME, 3RD 3RD ROW ROW SEAT, SEAT, #P1981A #P1981A......... ......... 13,988 13,988 LEATHER, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;05 NISSAN NISSAN TITAN TITAN SE SE 44X4 X4 CCREW REW $ â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;05 OWNER, LOCAL LOCAL TRADE, TRADE, #6223A #6223A................................................ ................................................ 14,988 14,988 1 OWNER, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06 MINI MINI CCOOPER OOPER S â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06 $ FULL POWER, POWER, SPORT SPORT MODEL, MODEL, GREAT GREAT MPG, MPG, #5956A #5956A ............. ........... 14,988 14,988 FULL REAR AIR, AIR, FULL FULL POWER, POWER, NEW NEW TIRES, TIRES, #P1960A #P1960A.............................. ............................ REAR

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06 N ISSAN FRONTIER FRONTIER SE SE KING KING CAB CAB $ â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06 NISSAN

15,988 15,988 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;07 PONTIAC PONTIAC SOLSTICE SOLSTICE â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;07 $ AUTO, LLEATHER, EATHER, LOW LOW MILES, MILES, CONVERTIBLE, CONVERTIBLE, #6094A #6094A .......... .......... 15,988 15,988 AUTO, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;03 DODGE DODGE RAM RAM 4X4 4X4 QQUAD UAD CAB CAB â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;03 $ HEMI, DDUAL UAL EXHAUST, EXHAUST, 1 OOWNER, WNER, #6197B #6197B ................................. ................................. 15,988 15,988 HEMI, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06 NISSAN NISSAN MAXIMA MAXIMA SE SE â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06 $ LEATHER, SSUNROOF, UNROOF, AALLOYS, LLOYS, CCERT ERT TTOO 1100K, 00K, ##P2019A P2019A....... ....... 19,988 19,988 LEATHER, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;10 NISSAN NISSAN ALTIMA ALTIMA CCOUPE OUPE â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;10 $ AUTO, AALLOYS, LLOYS, POWER, POWER, CCERT ERT TTOO 1100K, 00K, ##P2029 P2029 ..................... ................... 21,988 21,988 AUTO, FULL PPOWER, OWER, LLOW OW MILES, MILES, CCERT ERT TTOO 100K, 100K, ##5996A 5996A ............... ............. FULL

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;07 NISSAN NISSAN QUEST QUEST SL SL â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;07

21,988 21,988 LEATHER, SSUNROOF, UNROOF, BBACK-UP ACK-UP CAMERA, CAMERA, ##6255A 6255A .................... .................. 21,988 21,988 LEATHER, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;09 CHEVY CHEVY COLORADO COLORADO LT LT CREW CREW â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;09 $ CHROME W HEELS, NICEST NICEST IN IN TOWN, TOWN, ##P2007 P2007........................ ........................ 26,988 26,988 CHROME WHEELS, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;08 NISSAN NISSAN PATHFINDER PATHFINDER LE LE â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;08 $ LEATHER, SSUNROOF, UNROOF, BOSE, BOSE, CERT CERT TO TO 1100K, 00K, #P2015 #P2015............ ............ 26,988 26,988 LEATHER, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;09 NISSAN NISSAN MAXIMA MAXIMA SV SV â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;09 $ FULL POWER, POWER, SSUNROOF, UNROOF, CERT CERT TO TO 100K, 100K, ##5981A 5981A ................... ................... 27,988 27,988 FULL LEATHER, DDVD, VD, LLOADED, OADED, CCERT ERT TTOO 1100K, 00K, ##P2011 P2011 .................... .................. LEATHER,

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06 NISSAN NISSAN MURANO MURANO SL SL AWD AWD â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06

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