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Ed Norvell heads down steps of the seating area taking shape in the new Norvell Theater named for his mother.

Largest benefactor honored as opening of new children’s theater approaches n Mother’s Day, it seems appropriate to speak of what Lucile Proctor Norvell means to a miracle — maybe two — happening on East Fisher Street. Somehow in the depths of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, the community scraped almost $3 million together to build a new children’s theater — a venue likely to outlive all of its donors. It will be named the Norvell Theater, in memory of its largest benefactor, Lucille. The marquee went up Friday, and the theater is less than two weeks from its openMARK ing night. WINEKA “Toward the end of her life,” son Edward Norvell said, “my mother expressed the desire to make one large gift to the community that would leave a lasting impact.” Her chance came when Piedmont Players Theatre Director Reid Leonard told Ed Norvell he would like to buy the Friendly Cue pool hall on East Fisher Street and convert the circa 1926 building to a children’s theater. Norvell thought Leonard had lost his mind, but as Leonard explained how it could help Piedmont Players

Reid Leonard, director of Piedmont Players Theatre, describes construction progress to Ed Norvell, left, and his brother, Owen. They’re in a future dressing room of the new children’s theater. grow, support (not hurt) high school drama programs and create opportunities for other events, Norvell bought in. A longtime supporter and officer of the organization, Ed Norvell also liked the idea that a successful children’s theater might be the key in keeping ticket prices to Piedmont Players’ regular productions affordable. In late 2006, the theater group purchased the rambling, three-story Friendly Cue building. With the support of his brother, Owen, Edward pitched the idea of the children’s theater to his mother, who agreed to a major gift in the fall of

2007. “That kicked off our fundraising effort,” said Edward, an attorney and writer. Owen Norvell said his only regret is that his mother didn’t live to see the project completed. “I know she would be proud,” he said. “This month is the month of Mother’s Day and the month she passed away two years ago. I wish she could be here to enjoy the opening.” F&M Bank Chairman Paul Fisher and Edward Norvell co-chaired the effort to raise money for the project.

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Family’s support of community spans decades Lucile Proctor Norvell, the major benefactor of the new Norvell Theater on East Fisher Street, was a charter member of the Piedmont Players Theatre. Norvell was never in a show herself, but her sister, Patricia Proctor Rendleman, performed in many productions and was a former board member for Piedmont Players. Lucile Norvell moved to Salisbury with her family in 1938 when her father, Edward E. Proctor, started Proctor Chemical Co. Lucile and her late husband, Edwin, gave major gifts to the Salisbury YMCA, the Waterworks Visual Arts Center, the Meroney Theater,

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manity. She was a founding member of the Proctor Foundation. “We are proud to be able to name the new youth theater for the Norvell family,” said Preston Mitchell, president for Piedmont Players. “The Norvells have been major supporters of the theater since the original Meroney Theater project in the mid 1990s.” At that time, the Norvells were one of the three largest donor families to the theater, including the Hurley family and Tom and Martha Smith. “It is appropriate that the theater is named for Mrs. Norvell, who was herself an artist and a major supporter

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of the arts in Salisbury,” Mitchell said in a press release. Some 123 individuals and families “bought” the naming rights to all of the 257 seats in the theater by contributing $1,000 per seat. More than 50 individuals, families, corporations, foundations and the city of Salisbury contributed other gifts to the theater in addition to the seat namers. The Norvell family is the largest donor to the project, including gifts from Lucile Norvell before her death in May 2008 and from Edward

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It’s been a week since Marcus Lineberger left Rowan County for Alabama to help those affected by recent flooding. The Elizabeth Hanford Dole Chapter of the American Red Cross sent Lineberger, a disaster services human resources member, to help with relief efforts in Huntsville. Storms ripped through three states — Alabama, Tennessee and Kentucky — last weekend, killing at least 31 people, 20 of them in Tennessee. For now, Lineberger is the only person from this area to be sent. “Disaster relief is specialized, and when a position opens up, they go,” said his wife, Deborah Lineberger, who serves as director of Emergency Services for Dole Chapter. Marcus and Deborah began volunteering after Hurricane Katrina in 2005. “We started and have been volunteering ever since,” she said. Volunteers are trained and their backgrounds checked. The Red Cross searches a database and finds the closest

volunteer whose trained skills fit what relief help is needed. Volunteers are asked to commit at least three weeks, sometimes two, and they are sent where there’s a need. “Wherever he’s needed he’ll pack up and go,” Deborah said. Marcus has been in Alabama for a week doing procurement, meaning he’s been shopping for supplies that people most need. “He’ll shop for materials from notebook paper to equipment,” she said. Marcus will look for goods in the Alabama area to stimulate the local economy, Deborah said. After he finishes his work in Alabama, he’ll head to Tennessee. Now is a good time for others to volunteer, Deborah said, since it is nearing hurricane season. Cash or check donations can be made through the local Red Cross chapter, 1930 W. Jake Alexander Blvd., Salisbury, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about making a donation, contact the Dole Chapter of the

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Alease Taylor’s cabbage casserole is a comfort food for her family. The recipe came from one of her friends.

Mothers provide comfort from kitchen Post photographer Jon Lakey and I began talking about comfort foods one day and it sort of ballooned into a discussion about comfort foods our mothers made when we were younger. Our food talk sparked an idea — what if we talked to other people SHAVONNE about their POTTS favorite meals? What kind of response would we get if we asked people to tell us what meals their mama made. Well, we didn’t quite get the flood of e-mails or phone calls we’d hoped for, but we did get something great. We created a video of Alease Taylor making cabbage casserole, which she

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cooked for her six children, who are now adults with children of their own. In full disclosure, she is my pastor’s wife, but she was the perfect person to feature in our video. And she said “of course,” when I asked. While waiting for the dish to finish, we talked about the first meal that she made with her mother, Faye Hunt. “The first thing my mom taught me was baking biscuits,” she said as we sat at her kitchen table. We talked about making good food that doesn’t take up a lot of time. Her cabbage casserole recipe was just that. The dish came from a friend who gave her the recipe while in the grocery store. See a video of Taylor making it on the Salisbury Post website. Jon’s comfort food is pan-

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Above: A Pfeiffer University graduate gives his mother a big hug after the spring commencement ceremony Saturday. Right: Pfeiffer University President Dr. Chuck Ambrose chats with a recent graduate Saturday. Ambrose, who has served as the school’s president for 12 years, will be leave Pfeiffer to become the next president at the University of Central Missouri.

Pfeiffer grads advised to ‘think big’ MISENHEIMER — While graduates from the Class of 2010 marched across the stage to receive their diplomas, hundreds of parents, loved ones and friends watched proudly during Pfeiffer University’s spring commencement ceremony Saturday. The graduates not only walked away with their degrees, but they received some advice to “think big” from Robert Hill, president and chief executive of Acosta, Inc., a leading full-service sales and marketing agency that services numerous well-known consumer packaged goods companies. As their names were called, graduates received their diplomas and shook hands with President Dr. Chuck Ambrose, who celebrated his last commencement exercise as Pfeiffer’s leader. Ambrose, who has led the institution for 12 years, recently announced he will become the next president at the University of Central Missouri. Ambrose’s wife, Kris, and their children Charlie, 18, and Kathryn, 15, were called to the stage to be recognized for their dedication and service, and a final farewell. Graduates were then released into

Emily Beam of Concord gets a hug from Dr. Don Poe, dean of School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. the world on the wisdom of Hill, who is a longtime friend of Ambrose. During his address, Hill provided words of inspiration and experience to the Pfeiffer Class of 2010. The long-time sales and marketing professional, who served Acosta in a variety of key capacities before being named its CEO last year, advised them to maintain a positive attitude and be optimistic, serve others, and consider the legacy they are creating. The Florida business leader

also told his audience of new college graduates to think big. “I would have never thought 15 years ago when I was CEO of a 50member family business, that I could be the CEO of a billion dollar company, with more than 15,000 associates today across North America,” Hill said. “When we think big, it takes us to places we never imagined. Find something you enjoy doing and think big about the possibilities that you can create.” In addition to honoring dozens

of Pfeiffer graduates, two longtime, former faculty members and the chairman of Pfeiffer’s Board of Trustees also received special recognition during the ceremony. Susan Carmichael, professor emerita of Christian education, received an Honorary Doctor of Divinity degree. Carmichael, a deaconess and consecrated diaconal minister in the United Methodist Church, came to Pfeiffer in 1961. Dr. Michael Riemann, professor emeritus of chemistry, received an Honorary Doctor of Science degree. Riemann, who lives in Misenheimer, came to Pfeiffer in 1966 and spent the next 37 years serving in various faculty and staff roles. Greg Hunter, current and twoterm chairman of the Pfeiffer Board of Trustees, received Honorary Alumnus status during Saturday’s ceremony. Hunter, a longtime Pfeiffer supporter, was elected to the board in 2002 as a member of the class of 2006. In 2007, he became chairman of the board and at the conclusion of his first full term he was renewed to a sec-

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A 19-year-old is being held under $1 million bond after a shooting incident involving four men Saturday morning near the intersection of Caldwell and Franklin streets. Robbery was the only motive police could find for the incident, but police say the investigation, of the incident that occurred about two blocks west of Fulton Street near where the medical offices LEE begin, continues. Antonio Rushawn Lee, 19, is charged with attempted murder and robbery with a dangerous weapon. He was jailed under a $1 million secured bond pending a first court appearance Monday. Cordaurl Cowan, 22, was the most seriously injured in the incident and he was taken for surgery at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. His condition was listed as critical Saturday night. Police released this description of what happened: At approximately 6:05 a.m. Saturday, Salisbury Police officers were dispatched after a report of a man with a gunshot wound. Officers discovered Cowan with a wound to his left side and right arm. He didn’t tell police his true identity at first and officers later determined he was on house arrest and had a tracking ankle bracelet on. The Criminal Investigations Unit joined a Crime Scene Investigator in a neighborhood canvass. Officers were approached by Desmond Ramond Adams, a resident of 529 N. Ellis St., who admitted shooting Cowan. Adams told police two other individuals were involved and that he had shot them also. Adams was detained for further investigation. Adams told police he had been outside his home at 529 N. Ellis St. when three individuals approached, catching him by surprise. Two of them produced handguns, and all three had

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Boy Scout Troop 300’s Eagle Patrol takes home first place Boy Scout Troop 300’s Eagle Patrol participated in the 2010 Rowan County Civitan Scout Show, which was held recently at Dan Nicholas Park. The troop won a firstplace award during their first show. “This was their first scout show,” Scoutmaster Pastor Michael King said. “The young scouts did not know what to expect.” King encouraged the Scouts, who spent an entire afternoon learning different knot tying techniques to prepare for their show display. All of the participating troops were judged on several factors including troop

participation, quality and display theme, with a maximum possible 100 points to be earned. The Eagle Patrol’s theme centered around primitive camping and they created things that would be useful while camping without modern conveniences such as a bathhouse. The Scouts used bamboo poles, ropes and tarps to create their shower and latrine. Boy Scout Troop 300 is chartered at Damascus Emmanuel Ministries, East Spencer, and is open to boys 11-18 years old. The troop meets at 6 p.m. every Friday at the church, 306 Barbour St.

Robin and John Richard of Salisbury take a break in Kannapolis Veterans Park after walking in the Alzheimer’s Association's 2010 Memory Walk. John was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease three years ago at age 48.

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KANNAPOLIS — John Richard, of Salisbury, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease at age 48. He was formerly a manager at a textile plant, his wife Robin said. “He used to work with computers,” she said, patting her husband’s arm as he sat quietly by her side on a park bench. “He could do anything to a car ... He’s one of the smartest people I’ve ever known.” Today, at 51, he has lost his memory and independence. And Robin, no longer able to care for him alone, had to place him in full-time care. “Never did I think five years ago we’d be where we are today,” Robin said. But she and John, along with her sister Kandee Breedlove, were among 200 participants in Saturday’s 2010 Memory Walk for the Alzheimer’s Association.

“There is no cure for Alzheimer’s, but there is hope,” said Becca Carpenter, associate director of development for the Alzheimer’s Association in Charlotte. Saturday’s event at the North Carolina Research Campus raised more than $16,000 for research and support programs, Carpenter said. The walk took participants around Kannapolis’ greenways and through the VillageFest street fair in Cannon Village. Walkers ranged from children as young as 5 years old to older adults whose spouses are suffering from dementia, as well as some patients, like John Richard, whose presence showed the human impact of Alzheimer’s. They walked not only to raise money, but to raise awareness. “People should get involved in this good cause,” Martha Parrott said. She came down from Salisbury as part of a team of more than 40 representing the Lutheran Home at Trinity Oaks.

Levonia Corry’s father is an Alzheimer’s patient who lives there. She got her fellow members of Delta Sigma Theta sorority involved in the Memory Walk. “People need to know about the devastation of this disease,” Corry said. Some of Saturday’s participants also attended a seminar on dementia research Friday at the N.C. Research Campus. Becky Norman, director of social services at Trinity Oaks, related this example of what it’s like to have Alzheimer’s, as presented there: Raise our right foot. Keep standing on it. Now, raise your left foot. Impossible, of course. Norman said, people with dementia find it impossible to process information or recall memories. “It’s not there anymore,” she said. “We’re all at risk,” said Teresa Hoover, Alzheimer’s Association program director.

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GRADS FROM 2A ond term, which he currently continues. A former first vice president at Merrill Lynch, Hunter now serves as managing director for Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., a leading investment bank and full-service investment firm that provides financial services and advice to high net worth investors, individuals, businesses and institutions. Hunter, his wife, Ginny, and their sons live in Winston-Salem. Three students received awards for high achievements in academics, leadership and service. Suzie Hinman, a history and political science major from Idaho Falls, Idaho, received the Pearl Walton Fisher Citizenship Award for scholastic achievement, good character and service above self. Hinman also received recognition as an outstanding Bertram F. Bonner Foundation Leader for her commitment to community outreach and demonstration of leadership. She spent four years at Pfeiffer excelling in academics, athletics, leadership and exemplary service. Suzanne Ames, a special education major from Painesville, Ohio, is a two-term NC-ACTS! Scholar who was recognized for her extraordinary service and leadership. Ames has been active in a variety of campus activities, including her service as a dancer in Silent Voices, Residential Assistant and as a former Student Government Association treasurer. Additionally, she is a member of Phi

ground checks on applicants, City Manager Mike Legg wrote to council. Douglas Development wants the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s participation to score points on an application for state tax credits. Concord, Salisbury and Winston-Salem have made loans to Douglas Development for similar projects. The first loan Kannapolis made to the developer was at 2 percent interest for 20 years, and the first payment of $13,385 is due July 1. The money will serve as program income for the city. A housing market analysis conducted by staff showed a need for more units in Kannapolis affordable to low income families, Legg said. Downsides of the proposed loan include temporarily diverting funding from rehabilitation of the Carver area, Legg said. And police are concerned about crime associated with existing low-income apartment communities in the city, he said. Beta Lambda, a nationally-recognized business honor society; and she is a student teacher at Albemarle Middle School. Adam Brett Davey, an exercise science major with a concentration in sports medicine from Lincolnshire, Great Britain, earned the 2010 Senior Scholastic Achievement Award with a cumulative grade point average of 4.0. A plaque is presented annually to the highest scholastic average of the graduating class. During his Pfeiffer tenure, Davey was a member of both the golf and soccer teams. During his senior year, Davey completed two independent undergraduate research projects that investigated the strength training on golf driving distances. Pfeiffer University is a comprehensive United Methodist-related university, with multiple campuses, including Misenheimer, Charlotte and the Triangle, committed to educational excellence, service and scholarship. Visit Pfeiffer online at www.pfeiffer.edu.

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FROM 2A “Nobody knows for sure why some get it and others don’t.” Hoover’s advice: Eat healthy foods, stay active and take care of your heart. She hopes those who attended will take that advice and share it with others. And Norman said she was going to share what she learned Friday with her nurs-

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Afterwards, one of the workers approached Fisher and let him know he was really part of two miracles. Before Kirkland landed the theater job, the man was out of work and having a hard time making his house and car payments and even feeding his family. Many of his worker friends were in the same fix, he said, telling Fisher that Salisbury’s miracle became theirs, too. “Well, I was about to lose it,” Fisher said. “Having two miracles at one time can take any person to their knees.” Fisher decided the project was “a triumph of the human spirit.” Kirkland employed 102 people directly or through subcontracting, and the number did not include many support personnel and suppliers. Fisher said when construction started, the project proceeded on faith it could raise the remaining funds needed. That faith was justified. As of this past week, the effort had raised all but about $150,000 of its $3 million goal. Some 123 individuals and families “bought” the naming rights to all 257 seats in the theater by giving $1,000 per seat. More than 50 individuals, families, corporations, foundations and the city of Salisbury contributed other major gifts beyond those. Leonard, the Norvell

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THEATER In writing down some recollections, Norvell said the fundraising went well through the spring of 2008. Then the stock market began to drop, followed by the crash in the fall. Contributions to the theater project “virtually stopped,” Norvell recalled. But plans for the theater could continue because, after Lucile Norvell died in May 2008, her will made another significant gift to the project. Piedmont Players NORVELL hired Perry Peterson as architect, and Bill Wagoner helped the organization with the permitting process and pricing. Piedmont Players also scaled down the project, deciding against making it a certified green building. The crippled economy actually helped in being able to hire a contractor at a good price. Kirkland of High Point signed on, beginning construction last fall. Piedmont Players planned on a fall 2010 completion date, not spring 2010. The early finish gives the organization an extra summer in which to stage its first production, run youth drama camps and even test out the facility for other events, such as movies and concerts. In appreciation for the construction workers’ efforts, Fisher and the Norvell brothers paid for a monster order from Hap’s Grill and fed the guys in the Green Room of the Meroney Theater. “I told them they were indeed part of a miracle,” Fisher said. “I told them how our community was sacrificing in order to invest in our youth. I thanked them for helping us take an old pool hall and, in the worst of times since the Great Depression, turn it into a theater for our young people.”

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Bobby R. Whitesides Jr Lloyd Willis Waggoner CLEVELAND — Bobby Randolph “Randy” Whitesides, Jr., 54, of Cleveland, died Saturday, May 8, 2010, at Rowan Regional Medical Center. Born May 27, 1955, in San Diego, Calif., he was the son of Bobby Randolph Whitesides, Sr. of Salisbury and the late Mary Jo Cook Whitesides. Randy was educated in the China Grove and Davie County schools. He was a veteran of the United States Navy for 20 years and was a Chief Petty Officer at the time of his retirement in 1995 and later worked for Freightliner in Cleveland for 12 years. He was a member of Unity Presbyterian Church. Survivors in addition to his father, include his wife, Denise Wrobel Whitesides; step-mother, Donnie Gullett Whitesides of Salisbury; sons, Danny Whitesides and wife, Wendy of Yadkinville, Michael Whitesides of Ala.; adopted daughter, Cathy Whitesides of Ala.; stepdaughter, Angela Buchanan of Gold Hill; step-son, Jason Buchanan and wife, Tiffany of Cleveland; brother, William Leroy Whitesides and wife, Karen of Statesville; sister, Janice Lynn Greer and husband, Joe of Cooleemee; and grandchildren, Zack Whitesides, Matthew, Hannah and Ayleigh Lambert, Robbie and Alissa Ransom and Jay Buchanan. Service: Graveside services will be conducted 12 Noon Tuesday at the Salisbury National Cemetery, Statesville Blvd. with the Rev. Phil Hagen, minister of Unity Presbyterian Church officiating. Military Graveside Rites will be conducted by the US Navy Honor Guard. Memorials: Memorials may be made to Unity Presbyterian Church Capital Campaign, PO Box 28, Woodleaf, NC 27054. Summersett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.

Terry Wayne Honeycutt ROCKWELL — Terry Wayne “Brother” Honeycutt, age 46, of Old Beatty Ford Rd., died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 5, 2010, at Rowan Regional Med. Center in Salisbury . Terry was born Oct. 28, 1963, in Cabarrus County, he was the son of Jerry Wayne Honeycutt of Concord and the late Linda Evelyn Blackwelder Honeycutt. He was a life long area resident, member of Sloan Lake Community Church and worked as a dispatcher for TJ's Taxi Service. In addition to his father he is survived by his wife, Vickie Groves Honeycutt of Rockwell; seven children; Terry, Jr., Jesse, Kdeanna, Justin, Zachary, Dawn and Justin (Bubba); two sisters, Tammy Rhodes and Tanya Rhodes of Spencer; five nieces; and three nephews; and two stepbrothers, Mike and Eric Billings of Concord. Service and Burial: Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 10, at Sloan Lake Community Church with Rev. Zachary Sizemore officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. Memorials: Contributions to help with funeral expenses may be made to Whitley's Funeral Home or to Sloan Lake Community Church. Whitley's Funeral Home is assisting the Honeycutt Family. Online condolences may be left at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com.

CHINA GROVE — Lloyd Willis Waggoner, age 80, of Morland Park Road, died Friday, May 7, 2010, at the home of his son in Belmont. Born in Kannapolis on Jan. 13, 1930, he was the son of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Bell Waggoner. He retired after fifty years employment from the packing room of Cannon Mills and was a member of the Gospel Lighthouse Church. Survivors include his wife, Hattie Waggoner; two sons, Lloyd Waggoner of Belmont and David Waggoner of Camden, S.C.; a daughter, Marilyn Yates of Kannapolis; two sisters, Carolyn Brown of Landis and Jane Evans of Enochville; three step-children; and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Service: A funeral service for Mr. Waggoner will be conducted in the Gospel Lighthouse Church at 3 p.m. Tuesday. The Rev. Joel Ervin will officiate. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park, Kannapolis. Visitation: The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. Tuesday at the church prior to the service. Memorials: Memorials may be made to Hospice of Gaston County, P.O. Box 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054. Lady's Funeral Home is assisting the Waggoner Family.

Alfred W. Harris DURHAM — Alfred Winton Harris, born Dec. 25, 1928, to the late Hettie and Winton Harris of Salisbury, departed his life April 25, 2010, at the home of his daughter and son-law in the company of his wife and family after a long illness. He became a member of Soldier's Memorial AME Zion Church at a young age. He was groomed in church doctrine under the guidance of his grandfather, Bishop Andrew Jackson Warner. He moved to Northampton County in 1959 and became a member of St. John AME Church under watch care, where he remained a devoted member until his health failed and he had to leave the area. Alfred attended Livingstone College, St. Augustine College, A&T State University, East Carolina University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He loved education, whether teaching or learning, and always wanted to share the benefit of his knowledge and/or life experience. His motto for life was “education is the key to the future,” and he shared that with young people he taught. He is survived by his wife, the former Olivia Branch; children Teryl (Daniel) and Andrew (Diana) of Salisbury; sister Rev. Orrie; special niece Mary of the home; granddaughters Tara (Tito) and Aleashia (Brent); four step-granddaughters; and one step-grandson. He also leaves to mourn five great-grandsons; three great-granddaughters; one step-grandson; three great-granddaughters; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, that loved and cherished him. He also leaves a loving group of caregivers, Mrs. Glendora Keys, Ms. Anne Smith, Ms. Cornelia Melton and Ms. Cuttina Riever.

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EAST SPENCER — Mildred Kerr Stoner, age 94, of 310 Division Ave., East Spencer, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2010, at Rowan Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Stoner was the daughter of the late George W. and Sudie Craige Kerr. She was a graduate of Dunbar High School and Livingstone College. She was a retired domestic worker. A life time member of Yadkin Grove Baptist Church she served as President of the Senior Choir, Missionary Circle, member of the Rowan County Missionary Union, East Spencer Senior Citizens and other various organizations. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Stoner is also preceded in death by her husband, Oliver Cromwell Stoner; and a son, George Oliver "Sonny" Stoner. Survivors include a son, Avery C. Stoner of the home; granddaughter, Bonnie Stoner Ballard of East Spencer; grandson, Kevin Holmes of Durham; three great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Vistiation and Service: Visitation will be at 2 p.m. with funeral services at 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 11 at Jerusalem Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. George Jackson, Eulogist, Rev. Dr. W. T. Jackson, officiating. Burial will be in Yadkin Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will be at the home of the granddaughter, Bonnie Ballard of 314 Division Ave., East Spencer, NC. Services entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home, Inc. Online condolences may be made at www.Hairstonfh.com.

MOCKSVILLE — Alice Upright Guye, 77, of Mocksville, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2010, at her residence. Born April 1, 1933, in Rowan County, she was the daughter of the late Parks and Mary Morris Upright, she was of the Lutheran Faith. Alice retired from Cannon Mills, where she worked in the spinning room. She enjoyed her family, cooking and sewing. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Frances Driver. Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Ted Melvin Guye; son, Tommy Guye (Brenda) of Mocksville; brother, Walter P. Upright of Hendersonville; sisters, Wilma Sells of Landis and Margaret Heneger of St. Petersburg, Fla. Visitation: 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday at Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home, China Grove. Service: There will be a Graveside Service held at 2 p.m. Monday at West Lawn Memorial Park. Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home, China Grove is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.linnhoneycuttfuneralhome.com.

Kayden Wilkerson ROCKWELL — Kayden William Conner Wilkerson, infant son of Kristina Wilkerson of Rockwell and John Bullock of Concord, was born at Forsyth Medical Center inWinston-Salem on April 27, 2010, at 11:30 p.m. He passed away shortly after on April 28, 2010, at 2:20 a.m. He is survived by maternal Granny Katrina Wilkerson; uncles Jesse Wilkerson and Josh Owens of the home; great-grandmother Mary E. Beaver; and loving aunt and uncle Mr. and Mrs. Michael Beck of Salisbury. In addition, Kayden is survived by Audrey Bullock, Renee Bullock and Danielle Bullock of Concord. He was preceded in death by grandfather Johnny W. Wilkerson Sr. A private memorial service will be held.

KANNAPOLIS — Norma Jean Merritt Helms, 64, of Kannapolis, died Saturday, May 8, 2010, at Carolinas Medical Center-NorthEast. Born Nov. 23, 1945, in Rowan County, she was the daughter of John Walker and Lillie Parnell Merritt. Norma was a 1963 graduate of Boyden High School in Salisbury and was a member of Enochville Church of God. Earlier in life she was a teacher's aid with the Kannapolis City School system and worked in management at Phillip Morris from 1982 until her retirement. She was a homemaker and devoted mother and caring grandmother. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry C. Helms on March 14, 2003. Survivors include her son, Jeff Helms and Kim Lentz of Concord; daughter, Dawn Morgan and husband, Chuck of Kannapolis; brother, Jerry W. Merritt and wife, Sandra; and grandchildren, Holly and Heather Morgan. Visitation: Visitation will be Tuesday, May 11 from 6-8 p.m. at Linn Honeycutt Funeral Home in Landis. Service and Burial: Funeral service on Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Enochville Church of God with interment at CaroliCharlie Quincy Oddie na Memorial Park. Online condolences may be SALISBURY — Charlie Quincy Oddie, 86, of Salis- made to the family at bury, passed away Friday, www.linnhoneycuttfuneralMay 7, 2010, at the Rowan home.com. Regional Medical Center. Mr. Oddie was born Dec. 12, 1923, in Rowan County, he was the son of the late Henry Elbert Oddie and Nina Eller Oddie. He was educated in the Rowan County Schools and Mr. Henry Edward Rufty was a farmer and trapper. 10:00 AM - Monday Mr. Oddie was a member of U.S. National Cemetery Union Lutheran Church, and Statesville Blvd Location he enjoyed gardening, and loved his farm animals. Mrs. Florence Hundley Survivors include a sister, 11:30 AM - Monday Mrs. Francis Wells of SalisSummersett Mem. Chapel bury; a special nephew., Leon Oddie of Salisbury; and a Mr. Lewis Alexander number of nieces and Peeler, Jr. nephews. 3:00 PM - Monday Service and Burial: The fuSummersett Mem. Chapel neral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Union Lutheran Mr. Bobby Randolph Church conducted by the Rev. Whitesides, Jr. Robert Howard, Pastor with Graveside Service burial in the Church Ceme12:00 PM - Tuesday tery. US National Cemetery Visitation: The family will Statesville Blvd. location receive friends at the Powles Funeral Home from 6:30-8 p.m. Monday. Memorials: Memorials may be made to Union Lutheran Church: 4770 Bringle Ferry Rd. Salisbury, NC 28146. Powles Funeral Home is assisting the Oddie Family. Online condolences may be made to www.powlesfuneralhome.com.

- Army Sgt. Nathan P. Kennedy, 24, of Claysville, Pa., died April 27 of wounds sustained when enemy forces attacked his unit using small arms fire near Quarando Village, Afghanistan. ------------

- Army 1st Lt. Salvatore S. Corma, 24, of Wenonah, N.J., died April 29 at Forward Operating Base Bullard, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit using improvised explosive devices. ------------

- Army Sgt. Anthony O. Magee, 29, of Hattiesburg, Miss., died April 27 at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center of wounds sustained April 24 when enemy forces attacked his unit with indirect fire at Contingency Operating Base Kalsu, Iskandariyah, Iraq. ------------

- Air Force Airman 1st Class Austin H. Gates Benson, 19, of Hellertown, Pa., died May 3 of injuries sustained from a non-combat related incident near Khyber, Afghanistan. ------------

- Army Sgt. Ralph Mena, 27, of Hutchinson, Kan., died May 4 in Tikrit, Iraq, of injuries sustained from a non-combat related incident. ------------

- Army Master Sgt. Mark W. Coleman, 40, of Centerville, Wash., died May 2 at Khakrez, Afghanistan, of wounds sustained when enemy forces attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device. ------------

- Marine 1st Lt. Brandon A. Barrett, 27, of Marion, Ind., died May 5 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

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Move over girls: Salisbury boys shine BY RONNIE GALLAGHER rgallagher@salisburypost.com

Salisbury tennis coach Chris Myers and star player Steven Page both admit the girls team has earned legendary status over the past few years. “The girls have certainly set the bar pretty high,” Myers said. Page added, “Normally,” the girls do good and the boys sort of ...” His voice trailed off but his smile told the story of the Midwest 2A Regional at Catawba. The talented jun-

ior ran his record to 23-0 by winning two matches on Saturday and taking his second straight regional title. His teammates, Austin Flynn and Alan Lebowitz, won the doubles title. “Now,” Page announced, “the boys have a chance at stuff.” Big stuff. The Hornets have a shot at a state championship by sending five of their top six players to Cary next Friday and Saturday for the state individual tournament. The doubles team of Alex Weant and Seth Gentry also made it, finishing fourth. “Five of six — we’ve never had

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couldn’t have had a better year.” • There wasn’t much pressure on Page. He had already qualified for the states. He ripped Lexington’s Charles Chisholm 6-0, 6-0

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anything like that,” said Myers, who has been at Salisbury since 1999. “To have five is a testament to how hard these boys have worked. We just

come to the net,” Page said. “I felt like I executed that perfectly. He put up a good fight, but I felt like I played very, very well.” Page won the first set of the championship match against Corey Campbell 6-4, but fell 4-6 in the second. “I hit a little lull,” Page said. “He played very well in the second set.” LEBOWITZ Campbell was hurting in the third set and Page finished him off 6-1. to start his day. “Once he cramped, I felt, ‘I’ve got “I had played him three times so it,’ ” Page said. I knew what I needed to do — keep See TENNIS, 4B it deep and not let him attack and

NPC TOURNAMENT FINAL

BY JENNA FRYER Associated Press

DARLINGTON, S.C. — Denny Hamlin became the first driver in 17 years to sweep Darlington Raceway, winning the Sprint Cup race Saturday night after late mistakes took Jeff Gordon and Jeff Burton out of contention. Winner of the Nationwide Series race Friday night, Hamlin became the first driver since Mark Martin in 1993 to sweep HAMLIN the Darlington weekend. It was Hamlin’s first victory at NASCAR’s oldest superspeedway, and the Joe Gibbs Racing driver has never finished lower than 13th in his five career starts at the difficult track. “We had a top-two car all day,” Hamlin said. “Us, Jeff and the other Jeff were really strong.” Hamlin led 104 of the 367 laps, but knew he was going to have to contend with both Gordon and Burton over the closing laps. That changed during the final pit stops. Gordon planned to pit early under green, but had to abort the effort at the last second to avoid a collision with the cars closing quickly behind him. When he finally entered pit road a lap later, a spin by David Reutimann brought out the last caution of the race and Gordon had to hustle back onto the track to avoid losing a lap. “When we were ready to come in and pit a little early, I just didn’t signal the guys behind me in time and I was going to get run over. My fault,” Gordon said. “I don’t like making mistakes like that.” All the leaders headed to pit road under yellow and Burton, who had traded the lead with Hamlin right before the caution, came out in third. Only NASCAR flagged him

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East Rowan’s Nathan Fulbright dives back into first base as the ball bounces away from Carson’s Kyle Bridges.

East beats Carson — again Mustangs win league tournament title BY DAVID SHAW dshaw@salisburypost.com

GRANITE QUARRY — Pitching deE. Rowan 4 and Carson 2 fense. The very trademarks that helped East Rowan capture the NPC regular-season title lifted the Mustangs to the conference tournament championship Saturday night. “It’s pretty much what we hammer in every day,” coach Brian Hightower said after host East gained a 4-2 victory over Carson. “It’s always

got to be about pitching and defense.” Both teams had already secured berths in the 3A state playoffs — East (23-2) as a No. 1 seed and Carson (19-7) as a No. 2 or 3, depending on the outcome. “We’re playing for a trophy. We’re playing for pride. We’re playing for a home playoff game,” CHS coach Chris Cauble said before the first pitch. The Cougars left with only their pride in tow. They suffered their third loss to ER, primarily because East made all the right plays at all the

right times. “We’ve got a saying,” explained catcher Luke Thomas. “Great defense, great pitching and timely hitting wins ballgames. It’s more important to prevent runs from scoring than to score 15 or 20 a game.” Winning pitcher Alex Bost made his varsity debut for East and proved himself adept in the top of the first inning. The sophomore retired Carson’s first two batters but soon found himself in a basesloaded jam with two out.

Phil moves up; Tiger doesn’t

Versatile Houston ahead of the game BY MIKE LONDON mlondon@salisburypost.com

LANDIS — South Rowan senior Blake Houston, a recent Catawba baseball signee, has been ahead of the game athletically as long as he can remember. “I went out for T-Ball when I was 4 or 5, but I didn’t get to play,” Houston said with a laugh. “They moved me up to Coach Pitch.” The NPC is a solid baseball league, but Houston’s made it look like Coach Pitch at times. He’ll enter the 3A state playoffs with a .481 batting average. In South’s last 12 games, he’s hit .568 with speed and power, legging out infield hits when

he’s not attacking the 390foot marker in right field. “I’ve been batting behind (.583 hitter) Maverick Miles, so I’ll get something good to hit,” Houston said. “Teams usually pitch around Maverick, and I like the pressure of trying to come through when that happens.” South went 7-16 Houston’s junior year, but it’s 15-9 this time. Houston’s been a key piece in that turnaround, in ways tangible (23 runs, 22 RBIs) and intangible. He’s South’s center fielder, and while no precise stats are available, he’s about as good with a glove as anyone in the last 15 years. His sprinting catches and accurate throws may have pre-

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East Rowan sophomore Alex Bost picked up the win in his See EAST, 4B varsity debut.

BY DOUG FERGUSON Associated Press

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South Rowan’s Blake Houston is a three-sport star. vented even more runs than he’s scored. Then there’s the leadership aspect. He used to be on the quiet side. Now he’s vocal enough that you can hear him up in the pressbox. “Blake’s been a really good senior,” South coach

Thad Chrismon said. “Vocal and positive. “And as far as all-round athletes, he’s one of the best I’ve seen. Versatile, fast as can be, and he has great instincts. He would be the

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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — A scrambling par on the final hole allowed Lee Westwood to keep the oneshot lead that he started with Saturday at The Players Championship. Only now he has a lot more company. Masters champion Phil Mickelson suddenly is back in the picture, along with that No. 1 ranking. Tiger Woods is not. Westwood, who fell two shots behind with six holes left in the third round, avoided the kind of mistakes on the back nine that slowed Heath Slocum and finished with a 2-under 70 to take a

one-shot lead over Robert Allenby going into the final round on the always unpredictable TPC Sawgrass. Allenby was five shots behind when he walked off the 13th tee. He answered with a 6-iron to just outside 12 feet on the par-5 16th for eagle, then a 12-foot birdie on the island-green 17th that curled into the side of the cup. He shot a 67 and will play in the final group. Westwood was at 14-under 202. “The golf course changed a lot. It got really firm this afternoon,” Westwood said. “I thought I played well — gave myself a lot of chances,

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2B • SUNDAY, MAY 9, 2010 Discus — Alisha Bradshaw, 1st . . 125-9

TV Sports Sunday, May 9 COLLEGE SOFTBALL 1 p.m. ESPN — Georgia at Texas GOLF 2 p.m. NBC — PGA Tour, THE PLAYERS Championship, final round, at Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL 1 p.m. WGN — Chicago Cubs at Cincinnati 1:30 p.m. TBS — Atlanta at Philadelphia 8 p.m. ESPN — N.Y. Yankees at Boston NBA BASKETBALL 3:30 p.m. ABC — Playoffs, conference semifinals, game 4, Cleveland at Boston 8 p.m. TNT — Playoffs, conference semifinals, game 4, Phoenix at San Antonio NHL HOCKEY 8 p.m. VERSUS — Playoffs, conference semifinals, game 5, Vancouver at Chicago SOCCER 10:55 a.m. ESPN2 — Premier League, West Ham vs. Manchester City, at London

Area schedule Sunday, May 9 INTIMIDATORS BASEBALL 2:05 p.m. Kannapolis at W. Virginia Power

Boys team standings 1. Salisbury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 2. Berry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99.5 3. Starmount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 4. Lexington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.5 5. Central Davidson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 6. West Stokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.5 7. South Stokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32.5 8. Wilkes Central . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 9. Piedmont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 10. Forbush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 11. Surry Central . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 12. Cuthbertson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 13. North Stanly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 14. Ashe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 15. Forest Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 16. West Stanly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 17. North Surry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 18. East Davidson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 19. West Davidson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Salisbury boys 100 — Romar Morris, 1st . . . . . . . 10.40 200 — Romar Morris, 1st . . . . . . . 21.76 800 — Nick Summers, 3rd . . . . 2:05.08 1600 — Nick Summers, 2nd . . . 4:36.50 1600 — Philip Tonseth, 4th . . . . 4:49.41 3200 — Philip Tonseth, 3rd . . . 10:45.86 4x100 — Joseph Figueroa, Hanson Saryee, Dominique Dismuke, Romar Morris, 1st. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43.34 4x800 — Philip Tonseth, Marqui Ross, David Simons, Nick Summers, 3rd . . . . 8:41.39 HJ — Darien Rankin, 2nd . . . . . . . . 6-4 HJ — William Brown, 4th . . . . . . . . . 6-2 PV — James Means, 2nd . . . . . . . 10-6 PV — Tyree Oglesby, 5th . . . . . . . . 10-0 LJ — Darien Rankin, 2nd. . . . . . . 21-91⁄2 TJ — Dominique Phillips, 3rd . . . . 42-8 ⁄ 1

Prep tennis

Tournaments

2A MW Regional

Yadkin Valley 1A

Doubles Semifinals Alan Lebowitz-Austin Flynn (Salisbury) d. Collin Greer-William Howell (Wilkes Central) 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 TJ Lane-Andy Myers (West Davidson) d. Alex Weant-Seth Gentry (Salisbury) 0-6, 75, 6-3 Championship Lebowitz-Flyn d. Lane-Myers 7-5, 6-4 Third place Greer-Howell d. Weant-Gentry 6-7(5), 75, 6-2

Prep track 1A MW Regional

Tuesday’s games (1) S. Stanly 11, (8) West Montgomery 1 (2) North Moore 12, (7) S. Davidson 8 (3) Albemarle 16, (6) North Rowan 6 (4) East Montgomery 15, (5) Chatham 6 Wednesday’s semifinals South Stanly 19, East Montgomery 6 Albemarle 18, North Moore 8 Friday’s championship Albemarle 10, South Stanly 4 Playoff seeds 1. South Stanly 2. Albemarle 3. North Moore 4. East Montgomery 5. Chatham Central Wild cards TBA

Central Carolina 2A Thursday’s games (4) W. Davidson 10, (5) Thomasville 3 (3) E. Davidson 11, (6) Lexington 1 Friday’s semifinals at West Davidson W. Davidson 7, (1) C. Davidson 2 E. Davidson 11, (2) Salisbury 1 Monday’s championship at West Davidson W. Davidson vs. East Davidson, 7 p.m.

North Piedmont 3A

at North Stokes Girls team standings 1. North Rowan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 2. West Wilkes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 3. McGuinness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 4. Monroe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 5. North Stokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 6. Winston-Salem Prep . . . . . . . . . . 38 7. Gray Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 8. East Eilkes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 9. Elkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 10. North Moore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 11. Albemarle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 12. South Stanly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 12 Chatham Central . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 14. Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 15. N. Wilkes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 16. East Montgomery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 16. Mt. Airy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 17. East Surry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 North Rowan girls 100 — Tameisha Allen, 5th. . . . . . 13.13 200 — Tinka Bush, 1st . . . . . . . . . 25.43 200 — Tameisha Allen, 4th. . . . . . 26.36 400 — Tatiana Banks, 2nd . . . . 1:01.82 400 — Akevia Charleston, 6th. . 1:13.35 100 H — Teaunna Cuthbertson, 1st 15.10 300 H — Kiara Davis, 4th. . . . . . . . 50.49 4x100 — Cristen Jones, Teaunna Cuthbertson, Tameisha Allen, Tianca White, 1st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.34 4x200 — Tameisha Allen, Cristen Jones, Tinka Bush, Akevia Charleston, 1st 1:45.08. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4x400 — Tatiana Banks, Corbin Bennett, Kiara Davis, Akevia Charleston, 2nd. . . . 4:21.61 LJ — Teaunna Cuthbertson, 1st . . 19-61⁄2 LJ — Tinka Bush, 2nd . . . . . . . . . . 17-5 ⁄4 LJ — Tianca White, 4th . . . . . . . . . . 16-3⁄4 TJ — Tinka Bush, 2nd . . . . . . . . . . . 36-3⁄4 Shot — Mariah Gregory, 4th . . . . . . 29-0 Discus — Sekeydra Clayton, 5th . . . 81-5 Discus — Sabrina Vann, 6th . . . . . 78-13⁄4

Tuesday’s games (2) West Iredell 12, (7) North Iredell 2 (3) Carson 7, (6) Statesville 3 (5) West Rowan 9, (4) South Rowan 4 Wednesday’s semifinals Carson 15, West Iredell 3 (1) East Rowan 5, W. Rowan 4 (9 inns.) Saturday’s championship East Rowan 4, Carson 2 Playoff seeds 1. East Rowan 2. West Iredell 3. Carson 4. South Rowan

South Piedmont 3A Tuesday’s games (1) Mount Pleasant 6, (8) Cox Mill 2 (2) NW Cabarrus 16, (7) C. Cabarrus 8 (6) Robinson 4, (3)Hickory Ridge 2 (5) A.L. Brown 6, (4) Concord 5 Wednesday’s semifinals A.L. Brown 9, Mount Pleasant 8 NW Cabarrus 11, Robinson 8 Friday’s championship NW Cabarrus 12, A.L. Brown 4 Playoff seeds 1. NW Cabarrus 2. Mt. Pleasant 3. Hickory Ridge 4. Concord 5. A.L. Brown Playoffs begin Friday, May 14 Second round, Tuesday, May 18

South Atlantic

Boys team standings 1. North Rowan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 2. Mt. Airy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 3.W. Montgomery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 4. Monroe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 5. McGuinness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 6. W-S Prep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 7. Elkin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 8. Gray Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 8. North Stokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 10. North Wilkes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 11. Chatham Central . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 11. Central Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 13. Albemarle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 14. West Wilkes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 15. South Stanly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 16. South Davidson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 17. North Moore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 18. East Montgomery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 18. East Wilkes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 North Rowan boys 400 —Augustine Wiggins, 2nd . . . 52.52 110 H — Sam Starks, 1st . . . . . . . 14.91 300 H — Sam Starks, 1st. . . . . . . 41.38 4x200 — Daylon Gray, Darius Jackson, Sam Starks, Augustine Wiggins, 3rd, 1:32.48 PV — Haussen Walser, 2nd. . . . . . 12-6 PV — Andy Hallett, 4th. . . . . . . . . . 11-0 TJ — Sam Starks, 4th . . . . . . . . . . 42-9 Shot — Garland Archie, 1st . . . . . 48-41⁄4 Discus — Garland Archie, 1st . . . 136-1 Discus — Darius Jackson, 2nd . . 128-9

2A Midwest Regional at Cuthbertson Girls team standings 1. Salisbury. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142.5 2. Ashe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 3. Cuthbertson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72.5 4. West Stokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41.5 5. South Stokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 5. West Davidson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 7. Wilkes Central . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.5 8. Surry Central . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 9. Piedmont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 10. Forbush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 11. North Surry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 12. Forest Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.5 13. Starmount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.5 14. Berry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 15. Thomasville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 16. Central Davison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 17. East Davidson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 18. West Stanly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Salisbury girls 100 — Meloney Ramos, 1st . . . . . 12.56 100 — Asia Figueroa, 3rd. . . . . . . 12.93 100 — Najwa Allison, 4th . . . . . . . 13.00 200 — Asia Figueroa, 3rd. . . . . . . 27.51 200 — Najwa Allison, 6th . . . . . . . 27.98 400 — Summer Taylor, 1st . . . . 1:02.58 800 — Emily Shields, 1st . . . . . 2:28.43 300 H — Meloney Ramos, 1st . . . 45.81 4x100 — Asia Figueroa, Courtney Gillespie, Patreece Lattimore, Najwa Allison, 3rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.37 4x200 — Asia Figueroa, Courtney Gillespie, Patreece Lattimore, Najwa Allison, 3rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:52.66 4x400 — Summer Taylor, Madi Ralston, Patreece Lattimore, Emily Shields, 3rd . 4:31.70 LJ — Meloney Ramos, 1st . . . . . . 16-8 LJ — Summer Taylor, 2nd . . . . . . 16-11⁄2 LJ — Dasia McGill, 3rd (tie) . . . . . 15-10 TJ — Meloney Ramos, 2nd . . . . . 34-81⁄2 TJ — Dasia McGill, 3rd . . . . . . . . 34-43⁄4 TJ — Summer Taylor, 5th. . . . . . . . 32-2 Shot — Alisha Bradshaw, 1st . . . 35-113⁄4

Matthews 0-6). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—L.A. Lakers 44 (Gasol 17), Utah 50 (Boozer 14). Assists—L.A. Lakers 18 (Bryant 7), Utah 23 (Williams 9). Total Fouls—L.A. Lakers 25, Utah 21. A—19,911 (19,911).

Magic 105, Hawks 75 ORLANDO (105) Barnes 5-9 0-0 11, Lewis 8-13 2-2 22, Howard 6-8 9-18 21, Nelson 4-9 5-6 14, Carter 2-5 3-3 7, Gortat 1-2 0-0 2, Redick 37 1-2 8, Pietrus 4-10 2-2 13, J.Williams 1-2 0-0 2, Anderson 2-6 1-1 5. Totals 36-71 2334 105. ATLANTA (75) M.Williams 2-7 2-2 6, Jos.Smith 7-17 1-4 15, Horford 5-13 1-1 11, Bibby 3-7 0-0 7, J.Johnson 3-15 2-3 8, Crawford 6-13 7-9 22, Pachulia 1-3 0-0 2, Evans 0-3 0-0 0, Teague 2-5 0-0 4, Morris 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 29-83 1319 75. Orlando 28 24 27 26 — 105 18 15 22 20 — 75 Atlanta 3-Point Goals—Orlando 10-29 (Lewis 47, Pietrus 3-7, Redick 1-3, Barnes 1-3, Nelson 1-4, J.Williams 0-1, Carter 0-1, Anderson 0-3), Atlanta 4-15 (Crawford 3-5, Bibby 1-3, Evans 0-1, Teague 0-1, Jos.Smith 0-1, M.Williams 0-1, J.Johnson 0-3). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—Orlando 62 (Howard 16), Atlanta 44 (Jos.Smith 11). Assists—Orlando 21 (Nelson 4), Atlanta 9 (Horford 3). Total Fouls—Orlando 16, Atlanta 24. Technicals—Barnes, Orlando Coach Van Gundy, Jos.Smith. A—18,729 (18,729).

NHL

Prep baseball

Singles Semifinals Steven Page (Salisbury) d.Charles Chisholm (Lexington) 6-0, 6-0 Cory Campbell (Starmount) d. Shaquerze Skinner (Berry) 6-1, 6-0 Championship Page d. Campbell 6-4, 4-6, 6-1 Third place Chisholm d. Skinner 6-0, 6-3

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SCOREBOARD

Standings Northern Division W L Pct. GB Hickory (Rangers) 18 12 .600 — Delmarva (Orioles) 16 13 .552 11⁄2 Hagerstown (Nationals) 16 13 .552 11⁄2 Lakewood (Phillies) 16 14 .533 2 Kannapolis (White Sox)14 16 .467 4 West Virginia (Pirates) 13 16 .448 41⁄2 Greensboro (Marlins) 13 17 .433 5 Southern Division W L Pct. GB Savannah (Mets) 19 11 .633 — Augusta (Giants) 17 13 .567 2 Greenville (Red Sox) 17 13 .567 2 Charleston (Yankees) 13 17 .433 6 Lexington (Astros) 13 17 .433 6 Asheville (Rockies) 12 17 .414 61⁄2 Rome (Braves) 11 19 .367 8 Sunday’s Games Savannah at Lakewood, 1:05 p.m. Asheville at Rome, 2 p.m. Hagerstown at Augusta, 2:05 p.m. Greensboro at Lexington, 2:05 p.m. Kannapolis at West Virginia, 2:05 p.m. Greenville at Hickory, 5 p.m. Charleston at Delmarva, 7:05 p.m. Monday’s Games Charleston at Delmarva, 10:35 a.m. Greenville at Hickory, 11 a.m. Savannah at Lakewood, 6:35 p.m. Asheville at Rome, 7 p.m. Hagerstown at Augusta, 7:05 p.m. Greensboro at Lexington, 7:05 p.m. Kannapolis at West Virginia, 7:05 p.m.

NBA Playoffs CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS Tuesday, May 4 Orlando 114, Atlanta 71 L.A. Lakers 111, Utah 103 Wednesday, May 5 Phoenix 110, San Antonio 102 Thursday, May 6 Orlando 112, Atlanta 98 Friday, May 7 Cleveland 124, Boston 95, CLE 2-1 Phoenix 110, San Antonio 96, PHO 3-0 Saturday, May 8 Orlando 105, Atlanta 75, ORL 3-0 L.A. Lakers 111, Utah 110, LAL 3-0 Sunday, May 9 Cleveland at Boston, 3:30 p.m. Phoenix at San Antonio, 8 p.m. Monday, May 10 Orlando at Atlanta, 8 p.m. L.A. Lakers at Utah, 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 11 Boston at Cleveland, 8 p.m. x-San Antonio at Phoenix, 10:30 p.m.

Saturday’s boxes Lakers 111, Jazz 110 L.A. LAKERS (111) Artest 7-13 2-2 20, Gasol 6-12 2-2 14, Bynum 0-1 0-0 0, Fisher 7-13 3-3 20, Bryant 13-24 6-8 35, Odom 2-6 3-4 8, Brown 4-12 0-0 9, Farmar 2-6 0-0 5, Powell 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 41-87 16-19 111. UTAH (110) Miles 4-7 1-1 11, Boozer 7-16 0-2 14, Fesenko 1-3 0-0 2, Williams 6-13 13-14 28, Matthews 2-11 5-6 9, Kirilenko 4-7 0-0 8, Millsap 3-6 7-8 13, Korver 9-10 0-0 23, Price 1-4 0-0 2. Totals 37-77 26-31 110. L.A. Lakers 17 33 32 29 — 111 22 32 26 30 — 110 Utah 3-Point Goals—L.A. Lakers 13-29 (Artest 4-7, Bryant 3-7, Fisher 3-7, Farmar 1-2, Brown 1-3, Odom 1-3), Utah 10-22 (Korver 5-5, Williams 3-6, Miles 2-3, Price 0-2,

Playoffs Wednesday, May 5 Boston 4, Philadelphia 1 Chicago 5, Vancouver 2 Thursday, May 6 Montreal 3, Pittsburgh 2 Detroit 7, San Jose 1 Friday, May 7 Philadelphia 5, Boston 4, OT, BOS 3-1 Chicago 7, Vancouver 4, CHI 3-1 Saturday, May 8 Pittsburgh 2, Montreal 1, PIT 3-2 San Jose 2, Detroit 1, SJ 4-1 Sunday, May 9 Vancouver at Chicago, 8 p.m. Monday, May 10 Philadelphia at Boston, 7 p.m. Pittsburgh at Montreal, 7 p.m. x-San Jose at Detroit, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday’s sums Penguins 2, Canadiens 1 Montreal 0 0 1 — 1 Pittsburgh 1 1 0 — 2 First Period—1, Pittsburgh, Letang 4 (Malkin, Gonchar), 18:18 (pp). Second Period—2, Pittsburgh, Gonchar 2 (Orpik, Letestu), 9:50. Third Period—3, Montreal, Cammalleri 9 (Gionta, Plekanec), 19:29 (pp). Shots on Goal—Canadiens 6-12-15—33. Penguins 9-10-6—25. Goalies—Montreal, Halak. Pittsburgh, Fleury. A—17,132 (16,940). T—2:25.

Racing Sprint Cup Showtime Southern 500 Results Saturday At Darlington Raceway Darlington, S.C. Lap length: 1.366 miles (Start position in parentheses) 1. (8) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 367 laps, 134.5 rating, 190 points. 2. (1) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 367, 121.1, 175. 3. (14) Kurt Busch, Dodge, 367, 111.7, 165. 4. (2) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 367, 134, 170. 5. (15) Juan Pablo Montoya, Chevrolet, 367, 105.2, 155. 6. (35) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 367, 95.3, 155. 7. (39) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 367, 102, 151. 8. (11) Jeff Burton, Chevrolet, 367, 113.3, 147. 9. (6) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 367, 95.8, 138. 10. (3) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 367, 100.7, 139. 11. (4) David Reutimann, Toyota, 367, 98.4, 135. 12. (9) Brad Keselowski, Dodge, 367, 87.6, 127. 13. (29) Matt Kenseth, Ford, 367, 82.6, 124. 14. (21) David Ragan, Ford, 367, 73.8, 121. 15. (41) Carl Edwards, Ford, 367, 62.4, 118. 16. (5) Mark Martin, Chevrolet, 367, 81.3, 115. 17. (32) Regan Smith, Chevrolet, 367, 77.1, 112. 18. (19) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 367, 81.8, 109. 19. (33) Martin Truex Jr., Toyota, 366, 79.5, 106. 20. (10) Kasey Kahne, Ford, 366, 83.9, 103. 21. (38) Elliott Sadler, Ford, 366, 63.7, 100. 22. (17) Greg Biffle, Ford, 366, 67.2, 97. 23. (24) Tony Stewart, Chevrolet, 366, 69.7, 99. 24. (31) David Stremme, Ford, 365, 46.2, 91. 25. (7) Marcos Ambrose, Toyota, 364, 55.9, 88. 26. (40) Travis Kvapil, Ford, 364, 44.7, 85. 27. (13) Joey Logano, Toyota, 363, 55, 82. 28. (16) Scott Speed, Toyota, 363, 51.7, 84. 29. (43) Max Papis, Toyota, 361, 35.7, 76. 30. (20) Paul Menard, Ford, 359, 56.1, 73. 31. (25) Sam Hornish Jr., Dodge, 358, 57.5, 70. 32. (27) Clint Bowyer, Chevrolet, 331, 57.1, 67. 33. (42) Kevin Conway, Ford, accident, 309, 33.5, 64. 34. (23) Bobby Labonte, Chevrolet, accident, 297, 39.9, 61. 35. (34) David Gilliland, Ford, accident, 283, 37.7, 58. 36. (22) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, accident, 179, 55.8, 55. 37. (12) AJ Allmendinger, Ford, accident, 178, 56.7, 52. 38. (26) Robby Gordon, Toyota, engine, 170, 40.8, 54. 39. (37) Todd Bodine, Toyota, brakes, 47, 28.9, 46. 40. (18) Michael McDowell, Toyota, accident, 44, 35.1, 43. 41. (30) J.J. Yeley, Dodge, brakes, 42, 27.8, 40. 42. (28) Dave Blaney, Toyota, transmission, 35, 30.5, 37. 43. (36) Reed Sorenson, Toyota, accident, 19, 28.9, 34. ——— Race Statistics Average Speed of Race Winner: 126.605 mph. Time of Race: 3 hours, 57 minutes, 35 seconds. Margin of Victory: 1.908 seconds. Caution Flags: 11 for 56 laps. Lead Changes: 20 among 11 drivers. Lap Leaders: J.Gordon 1-37; B.Vickers 38-46; R.Gordon 47; J.McMurray 48-85; T.Stewart 86-90; J.Gordon 91-140; D.Hamlin 141-146; K.Harvick 147-148; S.Speed 149-150; D.Hamlin 151-173; J.McMurray 174-205; Ky.Busch 206-228; J.McMurray 229; D.Reutimann 230-232; J.Burton 233260; J.Gordon 261-283; Ky.Busch 284289; D.Hamlin 290-340; J.Burton 341-343; D.Hamlin 344-367. Leaders Summary (Driver, Times Led, Laps Led): J.Gordon, 3 times for 110 laps; D.Hamlin, 4 times for 104 laps; J.McMurray, 3 times for 71 laps; J.Burton, 2 times for 31 laps; Ky.Busch, 2 times for 29 laps; B.Vickers, 1 time for 9 laps; T.Stewart, 1 time for 5 laps; D.Reutimann, 1 time for 3 laps; K.Harvick, 1 time for 2 laps; S.Speed, 1 time for 2 laps; R.Gordon, 1 time for 1 lap. Top 12 in Points: 1. K.Harvick, 1,622; 2. J.Johnson, 1,512; 3. Ky.Busch, 1,509; 4. J.Gordon, 1,475; 5. M.Kenseth, 1,472; 6. D.Hamlin, 1,458; 7. G.Biffle, 1,431; 8. Ku.Busch, 1,420; 9. J.Burton, 1,394; 10.

M.Martin, 1,357; 11. C.Edwards, 1,345; 12. D.Earnhardt Jr., 1,318.

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PGA Tour Players Championship Scores Saturday’s third round At TPC Sawgrass Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. Purse: $9.5 million Yardage: 7,215; Par: 72 Lee Westwood 67-65-70—202 Robert Allenby 66-70-67—203 Ben Crane 67-69-68—204 Lucas Glover 70-65-69—204 Francesco Molinari 68-65-71—204 Chris Stroud 70-69-66—205 Tim Clark 68-71-66—205 Charley Hoffman 68-68-69—205 Heath Slocum 67-66-72—205 Bo Van Pelt 68-69-69—206 Phil Mickelson 70-71-66—207 Zach Johnson 70-70-67—207 Bill Haas 68-69-70—207 John Rollins 68-69-70—207 Fred Funk 72-70-66—208 Jimmy Walker 71-69-68—208 Nick Watney 69-71-68—208 Andres Romero 69-70-69—208 Fredrik Jacobson 69-70-69—208 Paul Goydos 69-68-71—208 Ryan Moore 67-70-71—208 Davis Love III 69-68-71—208 Luke Donald 67-69-72—208 Chris Couch 74-68-67—209 Martin Kaymer 70-71-68—209 Boo Weekley 69-72-68—209 Matt Kuchar 68-71-70—209 Greg Chalmers 70-69-70—209 Sean O’Hair 70-69-70—209 Hunter Mahan 70-69-70—209 Adam Scott 70-68-71—209 Kenny Perry 67-71-71—209 Graeme McDowell 72-65-72—209 K.J. Choi 69-68-72—209 Ryuji Imada 67-66-76—209 Scott Verplank 71-70-69—210 Justin Leonard 72-68-70—210 Oliver Wilson 70-70-70—210 Troy Matteson 68-71-71—210 Sergio Garcia 69-70-71—210 J.B. Holmes 66-72-72—210 Spencer Levin 71-67-72—210 Bob Estes 70-69-72—211 Y.E. Yang 70-68-73—211 Dustin Johnson 71-71-70—212 Alex Prugh 69-73-70—212 Jeff Overton 70-72-70—212 Rory Sabbatini 72-69-71—212 Jason Bohn 67-74-71—212 Tiger Woods 70-71-71—212 Steve Marino 73-67-72—212 Jerry Kelly 73-66-73—212 John Merrick 70-72-71—213 Steve Flesch 71-71-71—213 George McNeill 75-67-72—214 James Nitties 70-72-72—214 Woody Austin 69-72-73—214 Ben Curtis 71-68-75—214 Roland Thatcher 71-68-75—214 Jim Furyk 69-73-73—215 Brett Quigley 72-69-75—216 J.J. Henry 68-71-77—216 Alvaro Quiros 72-70-75—217 Kris Blanks 71-71-75—217 Troy Merritt 71-70-76—217 Robert Karlsson 71-69-77—217 Alex Cejka 69-72-76—217 Kevin Stadler 69-70-78—217 James Driscoll 71-71-77—219 Stephen Ames 70-71-79—220

Transactions BASEBALL American League LOS ANGELES ANGELS—Placed INF Maicer Izturis on 15-day DL. Recalled INF Kevin Frandsen from Salt Lake (PCL). NEW YORK YANKEES—Placed 1B Nick Johnson on the 15-day DL. Recalled INF Kevin Russo from Scranton-Wilkes Barre (IL). National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS—Activated OF Conor Jackson from the 15-day DL. Optioned OF Gerardo Parra to Reno (PCL). CHICAGO CUBS—Activated RHP Esmailin Caridad from the 15-day DL. Optioned RHP Jeff Gray to Iowa (PCL). HOUSTON ASTROS—Activated INF Chris Johnson from the 15-day DL and optioned him to Round Rock (PCL). LOS ANGELES DODGERS—Activated OF Manny Ramirez from the 15-day DL. Optioned OF Xavier Paul to Albuquerque (PCL). WASHINGTON NATIONALS—Recalled LHP Matt Chico from Harrisburg (EL). COLLEGE BYU—Announced junior G Jimmer Fredette has withdrawn from the NBA draft. FLORIDA—Announced junior F Alex Tyus has withdrawn from the NBA draft. PACE—Named Karrin Moore women’s volleyball coach. PURDUE—Announced junior G E’Twaun Moore and junior C JaJuan Johnson have withdrawn from the NBA draft.

ML Baseball Late Friday Angels 8, Mariners 0 Los Angeles Seattle ab r h bi ab r h bi EAyar ss 2 1 0 0 ISuzuki rf 4 0 0 0 BAreu rf 5 1 1 0 Figgins 2b 3 0 0 0 Willits cf 0 0 0 0 Ktchm 1b 4 0 0 0 TrHntr cf 2 1 0 0 FGtrrz cf 3 0 0 0 MRyan lf 1 0 0 0 GrffyJr dh 4 0 1 0 KMorls 1b 3 1 1 3 JoLopz 3b 3 0 0 0 HMtsu dh 3 1 0 0 JoWilsn ss 2 0 0 0 JRiver rf 3 1 1 3 RJhnsn c 3 0 0 0 HKndrc 2b4 1 1 1 MSndrs lf 2 0 1 0 B.Wood 3b4 0 0 0 Budde c 4 1 1 1 Totals 31 8 5 8 Totals 28 0 2 0 Los Angeles 400 400 000—8 Seattle 000 000 000—0 E—Jo.Wilson (2). Dp—Los Angeles 1. Lob—Los Angeles 4, Seattle 5. 2b— K.Morales (3), M.Saunders (1). Hr—J.Rivera (4), H.Kendrick (2), Budde (1). Sb—Figgins (8). Sf—J.Rivera. IP H R ER BB SO Los Angeles 1 Jer.Weaver W,4-17 ⁄3 2 0 0 3 7 0 0 0 1 1 S.Shields 12⁄3 Seattle 1 F.Hernandez L,2-33 ⁄3 5 8 7 4 3 0 0 0 2 3 Colome 22⁄3 League 1 0 0 0 1 1 Texeira 2 0 0 0 0 1 T—2:49. A—37,602 (47,878).

Dodgers 6, Rockies 5 Colorado Los Angeles ab r h bi ab r h bi S.Smith lf 5 2 2 1 Paul lf 3 1 1 0 Fowler cf 5 0 2 0 Troncs p 0 0 0 0 Helton 1b 4 0 0 1 Broxtn p 0 0 0 0 Tlwtzk ss 2 2 1 0 Kemp cf 4 1 1 1 CGnzlz rf 4 0 2 2 Ethier rf 4 1 2 2 Stwart 3b 2 0 0 1 Loney 1b 4 0 0 0 Olivo c 3 0 1 0 Blake 3b 4 2 2 1 Giambi ph 1 0 0 0 Martin c 3 0 1 1 Brmes 2b 3 0 1 0 DeWitt 2b 4 0 0 0 Rogers p 2 0 0 0 JCarrll ss 4 1 2 1 RFlors p 0 0 0 0 Kuroda p 2 0 0 0 EYong ph 1 1 1 0 Sherrill p 0 0 0 0 Daley p 0 0 0 0 JefWvr p 0 0 0 0 Beimel p 0 0 0 0 RJhnsn lf 1 0 0 0 Splrghs ph1 0 1 0 Belisle p 0 0 0 0 33 6 9 6 Totals 33 5 11 5 Totals Colorado 010 112 000—5 Los Angeles 011 031 00x—6 E—Stewart (4), Kuroda (1). Dp—Los Angeles 1. Lob—Colorado 11, Los Angeles 6. 2b—Tulowitzki (11), Paul (4), Ethier (5), Blake (7), J.Carroll (3). 3b—E.Young (1), Kemp (1). Sb—Tulowitzki (3), Paul (3), Kemp (4). Cs—C.Gonzalez (4). S—Re.Johnson. Sf—Helton, C.Gonzalez, Stewart. IP H R ER BB SO Colorado 2 7 5 4 2 5 Rogers 4 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 R.Flores 2 ⁄3 2 1 1 0 1 Daley L,0-1 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Beimel Belisle 2 0 0 0 0 1 Los Angeles 9 5 4 5 3 Kuroda 51⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Sherrill Bs,2-2 1⁄3 0 0 0 1 0 Weaver W,1-1 1⁄3 Troncoso H,3 2 1 0 0 1 2 Broxton S,2-4 1 1 0 0 0 2 WP—Rogers. T—3:15. A—40,567 (56,000).

North Rowan’s track teams swept the 1A Midwest Regional held at North Stokes High in Danbury on Saturday, while both Salisbury teams were victorious in the 2A Midwest Regional held at Cuthbertson High in Waxhaw.  North Rowan’s girls totaled 104 points to outdistance West Wilkes (67) and Bishop McGuinness CUTHBERTSON (58). Gray Stone placed seventh with 37. North got two wins from Teaunna Cuthbertson in the long jump and 100 hurdles, and Tinka Bush had a big day with a win in the 200 BUSH and seconds in the long jump and triple jump. North’s relay teams came through again with the 4x100 and 4x200 teams rolling to wins and the 4x400 team placing second.  North Rowan’s boys had a tougher fight than the girls for the regional title, but they scored 78 points and held off Mount Airy (71), YVC rival West Montgomery (63) and Monroe (62). Gray Stone scored 22 and tied for eighth. Sam Starks was the ringleader for the Cavaliers, and Garland Archie contributed a huge day. STARKS Starks won the 110 hurdles and 300 hurdles, placed fourth in the triple jump and ran a 4x200 relay leg on a unit that placed third. Archie won both throwing events, and the Cavs had a 1-2 in ARCHIE the discus when Darius Jackson placed second. Also coming through with seconds were Augustine Wiggins in the 400 and Haussen Walser in the pole vault.  Salisbury’s girls overwhelmed the field in the 2A Midwest Regional

by scoring 142.5 points. Ashe County (98) and Cuthbertson (72.5) were the strongest challengers. Meloney Ramos had another awesome outing for the Hornets, winning the 100, the long jump and the 300 hurdles and placing second in the triple jump. Alisha Bradshaw dominated the shot RAMOS and the discus. Summer Taylor won the 400 and was second in the long jump, while Emily Shields won the 800. The Hornets racked up relay points, with Asia Figueroa, Courtney Gillespie, Najwa Allison and Patreece BRADSHAW Lattimore leading the way, and Dasia McGill had two thirds in the jumps.  Salisbury’s boys edged Berry Academy 104-99.5 for the boys regional title, getting a little revenge on the school that knocked them out of the basketball playoffs. Starmount also was strong with 88 points. The speed of Romar Morris was a key factor. He won the 100 and 200 and anchored a winning 4x100 team that also included Joseph Figueroa, Hanson Saryee and Dominique Dismuke. Darien Rankin MORRIS was solid in the jumps with a pair of second-place efforts. Nick Summers and Philip Tonseth racked up major points in the longer running events. Summers had a second in the 1600. Tonseth had a third SARYEE and a fourth, and both ran on a thirdplace 4x800 team. James Means chipped in with a second in the pole vault. Top-four finishers advanced to their respective state meets. Midwest Regionals for 3A and 4A are next weekend. See Scoreboard for results.

A different Darlington Associated Press

NASCAR notebook ... DARLINGTON, S.C. — Four-time defending NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson got knocked out of the Southern 500 on Saturday night, the third time this season he won’t finish a race. Johnson was slammed by AJ Allmendinger between turns three and four, the No. 48 car crumpled. Johnson was checked and released at Darlington Raceway’s infield care center. “I’m still clueless as to where he came from,” Johnson said. “I didn’t see (Allmendinger) until the last second before he hit me.” The wreck ended a woeful night for Johnson, who swept both races at Darlington in 2004. He hit the wall early on, then was involved in a crash with Martin Truex but was able to get back out. “I feel like we were doing our best and really made the most of a bad starting position,” Johnson said. “I felt like we were going to be competitive, but unfortunately, we got taken out.” Allmendinger said he was dealing with failing brakes for several laps and when he hit the pedal to keep from hitting Johnson, his car’s brake rotors exploded. “I’m sorry to Jimmie,” Allmendinger said. “It wasn’t his fault.” Johnson’s familiar Lowe’s Chevrolet was towed into the garage, looking nothing like the machine that took the past four titles. He was running at the end of all but seven races from 2006-2009. He’s nearly halfway to that mark in 2010.

error when racing near the wall. “That edge is so close and it’s such a fine line and it’s such a lot easier to go over,” said Jeff Gordon, who leads active drivers with seven Darlington victories. Carl Edwards, for one, can’t wait for the track to get a bit less slick and a lot more worn. “If they could come out here and just rough it up, do whatever they can. Maybe it’ll rain a little extra this year or something,” Edwards said. “The quicker we can back to that, I think the better.” 

BACK AT DARLINGTON: Jack Hoenstine was a truck driver in Western Pennsylvania when a friend asked if he’d heard about a 500-mile stock car race running in South Carolina. “So I called and got tickets for seven dollars,” Hoenstine said. That was in 1951 — and Hoenstine’s returned for every Southern 500 since. Saturday night was super fan Hoenstine’s 60th visit to the track “Too Tough To Tame.” Hoenstine’s tale is part of the book “The Weekend Starts on Wednesday” about NASCAR fans written by Andrew Giangola. Hoenstine, a 78-year-old retiree who goes to about 10 races as season these days, also has lengthy streaks at the “Monster Mile” in Dover and in Charlotte for the Coca-Cola 600. Hoenstine travels about 540 miles from his home near Altoona, Pa., each year to Darlington, taking a similar route and stopping at many of the same restaurants and shops he’s gone to for years. “People don’t forget you,” Hoenstine said.

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BACK IN BLACK?: Darlington Raceway hasn’t been the same since a multimillion dollar repaving before the 2008 race. Sprint Car drivers have noticed — and some want the old “Lady in Black” back. “I’m no chemist,” said Mark Martin, the 2009 Southern 500 winner. “I can tell you that this is different.” There was no doubt the track needed work to smooth over the cracks and ruts that developed at a facility built in 1949. So a mini workyard went up outside the track in 2007 for the paving project and construction of a more modern infield access tunnel. The result? A surface where drivers testing in March 2008 hit 200 mph at the end of Darlington’s backstretch. The faster speeds have continued — Southern 500 qualifying records were set each of the last two years — and drivers have had less margin for

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, STAG: Clint Bowyer, a cake shaped like his No. 33 Chevrolet and a large stag were on hand to celebrate The Hartford’s 200th anniversary. “Anybody want a Goodyear?” Bowyer cracked as he sliced up the cake. “It’s good, too.” The insurance company is celebrating 200 years in business. The Hartford is sponsoring a contest where people submit their stories and videos, sharing how and why they drive the way they do. “I want to hear all the stories,” Bowyer said. “Good, crazy, bad. All of them.” Bowyer back off when asked to make the first cut in the car cake. “We’re at Darlington where it’s very easy to tear up cars and I’m kind of scared to cut this car up,” he said. “Can we wait until after the race?” Bowyer finally obliged with the initial cut.

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Expanded Standings Tampa Bay New York Toronto Boston Baltimore

W 22 21 18 15 9

L 8 8 14 16 22

Minnesota Detroit Chicago Cleveland Kansas City

W 20 17 13 10 11

L 11 13 18 18 20

Texas Oakland Los Angeles Seattle

W 17 16 13 11

L 14 15 18 18

Philadelphia New York Washington Florida Atlanta

W 18 17 16 14 13

L 12 13 14 16 17

St. Louis Cincinnati Milwaukee Pittsburgh Chicago Houston

W 19 15 14 14 14 9

L 12 15 16 16 17 21

San Diego San Francisco Colorado Arizona Los Angeles

W 19 17 14 14 13

L 11 12 15 17 16

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division Pct GB WCGB .733 — — 1 .724 ⁄2 — .563 5 41⁄2 .484 71⁄2 7 .290 131⁄2 13 Central Division Pct GB WCGB .645 — — .567 21⁄2 41⁄2 .419 7 9 .357 81⁄2 101⁄2 .355 9 11 West Division Pct GB WCGB .548 — — .516 1 6 .419 4 9 .379 5 10 NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division Pct GB WCGB .600 — — 1 .567 1 ⁄2 .533 2 11⁄2 .467 4 31⁄2 .433 5 41⁄2 Central Division Pct GB WCGB .613 — — .500 31⁄2 21⁄2 .467 41⁄2 31⁄2 .467 41⁄2 31⁄2 .452 5 4 1 .300 9 ⁄2 81⁄2 West Division Pct GB WCGB .633 — — .586 11⁄2 — .483 41⁄2 3 .452 51⁄2 4 .448 51⁄2 4

AMERICAN LEAGUE Friday’s Games Detroit at Cleveland, ppd., rain N.Y. Yankees 10, Boston 3 Texas 4, Kansas City 1 Toronto 7, Chicago White Sox 4, 12 innings Baltimore at Minnesota, ppd., rain Tampa Bay 4, Oakland 1 L.A. Angels 8, Seattle 0 Saturday’s Games Detroit 6, Cleveland 4 Baltimore 7, Minnesota 3, 1st game N.Y. Yankees 14, Boston 3 Oakland 4, Tampa Bay 2 Chicago White Sox 7, Toronto 3 Texas 3, Kansas City 2 Minnesota 6, Baltimore 1, 2nd game L.A. Angels at Seattle, 9:10 p.m. Sunday’s Games Detroit (Scherzer 1-2) at Cleveland (Talbot 3-2), 1:05 p.m. Toronto (R.Romero 3-1) at Chicago White Sox (Floyd 1-3), 2:05 p.m. Baltimore (Matusz 2-2) at Minnesota (Blackburn 2-1), 2:10 p.m. Kansas City (Hochevar 3-1) at Texas (Feldman 1-3), 3:05 p.m. Tampa Bay (J.Shields 4-0) at Oakland (Braden 3-2), 4:05 p.m. L.A. Angels (E.Santana 1-2) at Seattle (J.Vargas 2-2), 4:10 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (A.J.Burnett 4-0) at Boston (Lester 2-2), 8:05 p.m. Monday’s Games N.Y. Yankees at Detroit, 7:05 p.m. Toronto at Boston, 7:10 p.m. Tampa Bay at L.A. Angels, 10:05 p.m.

SUNDAY, MAY 9, 2010 • 3B

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

L10 7-3 9-1 8-2 5-5 5-5

Str Home Away L-1 9-6 13-2 W-6 10-2 11-6 L-1 7-10 11-4 L-2 9-10 6-6 L-1 4-8 5-14

L10 6-4 6-4 5-5 2-8 3-7

Str Home Away W-1 10-5 10-6 W-1 9-3 8-10 W-1 9-9 4-9 L-5 5-8 5-10 L-4 4-8 7-12

L10 7-3 4-6 2-8 2-8

Str Home Away W-3 10-6 7-8 W-1 12-7 4-8 W-1 8-9 5-9 L-7 7-9 4-9

L10 7-3 6-4 6-4 3-7 5-5

Str Home Away L-1 9-6 9-6 W-2 13-5 4-8 W-1 10-8 6-6 L-1 7-9 7-7 W-1 8-4 5-13

L10 5-5 6-4 5-5 6-4 4-6 1-9

Str Home Away L-1 10-3 9-9 W-1 9-8 6-7 W-2 4-8 10-8 W-1 9-5 5-11 L-1 7-6 7-11 L-3 6-15 3-6

L10 7-3 6-4 4-6 4-6 5-5

Str Home Away W-2 11-5 8-6 L-2 10-5 7-7 L-1 7-5 7-10 L-2 7-7 7-10 W-2 9-5 4-11

Teixeira blasts three home runs Associated Press BOSTON — Mark Teixeira joined Lou Gehrig as the only Yankees to hit three home runs against the Boston Red Sox, and he and Francisco Cervelli drove in five runs each as New York clinched another series with a 14-3 win Saturday. The Yankees have won nine of their first 10 series this season, a mark surpassed only twice in team history. They won 14 of their first 15 in 1928 and 11 of their first 12 in 1939. Teixeira hit solo homers in the fifth and seventh, then hit a two-run shot far over the left field wall in the ninth off outfielder Jonathan Van Every, who last pitched on April 30, 2009, for Boston. He now has five homers this season after hitting three for the third time in his career. Tigers 6, Indians 4 CLEVELAND — Miguel Cabrera hit a tiebreaking, two-run single in the seventh inning to lead Detroit. Cabrera’s bases-loaded line drive off Kerry Wood (0-1) broke a 3-3 tie and Detroit went on to win its 10th consecutive game against the Indians. The Tigers are 18-4 in the series over the past two years, outscoring Cleveland 116-79. Orioles 7, Twins 3 Twins 6, Orioles 1 Scott Baker put together his best start of the season after Francisco Liriano tossed one of his worst, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-1 on Saturday night to salvage a split of their doubleheader. Nick Markakis drove in three of the five two-out runs off Liriano in the opener, when Baltimore cruised to a 7-3 victory. The doubleheader made up for a rain out Friday

NATIONAL LEAGUE Friday’s Games Philadelphia 7, Atlanta 0 Florida 4, Washington 2 St. Louis 4, Pittsburgh 3 Chicago Cubs 14, Cincinnati 7 N.Y. Mets 6, San Francisco 4 San Diego 7, Houston 0 Milwaukee 3, Arizona 2 L.A. Dodgers 6, Colorado 5 Saturday’s Games Washington 5, Florida 4 N.Y. Mets 5, San Francisco 4, 11 innings Atlanta 4, Philadelphia 1 San Diego 2, Houston 1 Pittsburgh 2, St. Louis 0 Cincinnati 14, Chicago Cubs 2 Milwaukee 17, Arizona 3 Colorado at L.A. Dodgers, 10:10 p.m. Sunday’s Games Chicago Cubs (Dempster 2-2) at Cincinnati (Leake 2-0), 1:10 p.m. San Francisco (Lincecum 4-0) at N.Y. Mets (O.Perez 0-2), 1:10 p.m. Atlanta (Kawakami 0-5) at Philadelphia (Hamels 2-2), 1:35 p.m. Florida (A.Sanchez 1-2) at Washington (L.Hernandez 4-1), 1:35 p.m. St. Louis (Wainwright 4-1) at Pittsburgh (Maholm 2-2), 1:35 p.m. San Diego (Correia 4-2) at Houston (Oswalt 2-4), 2:05 p.m. Colorado (Jimenez 6-0) at L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 1-2), 4:10 p.m. Milwaukee (Narveson 2-0) at Arizona (I.Kennedy 2-1), 4:10 p.m. Monday’s Games Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, 7:05 p.m. Washington at N.Y. Mets, 7:10 p.m. Florida at Chicago Cubs, 8:05 p.m. Atlanta at Milwaukee, 8:10 p.m. Philadelphia at Colorado, 8:40 p.m. L.A. Dodgers at Arizona, 9:40 p.m.

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After his third homer of the night, Mark Teixeira is congratulated by Derek Jeter. night. Joe Mauer returned in the nightcap for the first time since missing eight games with a deeply bruised left heel. The reigning AL MVP drew a standing ovation as a pinch hitter in the eighth inning, but struck out with the bases loaded and the Twins leading 4-1. Athletics 4, Rays 2 OAKLAND, Calif.— Ben Sheets finally pitched like an ace, Daric Barton drove in a pair of runs and the Athletics handed the

Rays their second road loss of he season. Sheets (2-3) scattered four hits over 6 13 innings and had a season-high eight strikeouts in his most impressive start of the year. Rangers 3, Royals 2 ARLINGTON, Texas — Ian Kinsler hit a tiebreaking single in the eighth inning, lifting the Rangers. Kinsler, playing his ninth game after missing the first 21 because of a high ankle sprain, lined a 2-2 pitch to right field that scored Michael Young.

Catching corps slugging for New York Associated Press NEW YORK — Henry Blanco hit a leadoff homer in the 11th inning, giving the New York Mets their second gameending drive by a catcher in less than a day and ninth straight home win, a 5-4 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday. Blanco drove a 1-0 pitch from former Mets reliever Guillermo Mota (0-1) just over the wall in left for his first homer of the season. Rod Barajas connected in the ninth inning in New York’s 6-4 victory Friday night. Braves 4, Phillies 1 PHILADELPHIA — Eric Hinske ignited a three-run rally in the sixth inning, and Atlanta’s bullpen came through as the Braves snapped Philadelphia’s four-game winning streak.

Dodgers activate Ramirez LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers activated Manny Ramirez from the 15-day disabled list Saturday after he missed 14 games because of a right calf strain. The Dodgers were 6-8 while Ramirez was on the DL, and also lost the two other games in which he did not play. Last year they went 29-21 during the 12-time AllStar’s 50 game suspension for violating baseball’s drug policy. “Manny’s back there. It’s a little bit of a security blanket for us, hopefully,” manager Joe Torre said. “He seems to be ready to go and he said he feels good. We’ll just have to hope he gets past those first few days and go for there, but we feel pretty secure that he feels good and he’s tested it enough.

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Pittsburgh’s sizzling Andrew McCutchen dives back to first base. Hinske’s one-out double to right after Chipper Jones and Brian McCann led off with singles knotted the score 1-1. Melky Cabrera followed with a

single to left to give the Braves the lead, and Omar Infante’s sacrifice fly made it 3-1. Nationals 5, Marlins 4 WASHINGTON — Adam

Dunn was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded in the eighth inning, allowing the go-ahead run to score and giving Washington the victory over Florida. Brewers 17, D’backs 3 PHOENIX — Jody Gerut hit for the cycle and drove in four runs, and Ryan Braun also had four RBIs as the Milwaukee Brewers pounded the Arizona Diamondbacks 17-3 Saturday night. Padres 2, Astros 1 HOUSTON — Jon Garland tossed seven shutout innings to win his fourth straight start, and the Astros’ offense sputtered again. Reds 14, Cubs 2 CINCINNATI — Joey Votto hit a two-run homer in his first at-bat Saturday, and Jonny Gomes broke the game open with a bases-loaded single in the seventh off Carlos Zambrano.

S AT U R D AY ’ S B O X S C O R E S American Tigers 6, Indians 4 Detroit

Cleveland ab r h bi ab r h bi AJcksn cf 5 1 2 0 Grdzln 2b 5 1 2 0 Damon lf 2 1 0 0 GSizmr cf 3 1 0 0 Kelly lf 0 0 0 0 Choo rf 2 2 1 0 Ordonz rf 4 0 1 0 Hafner dh 4 0 3 1 MiCarr 1b 3 1 1 2 Kearns lf 3 0 1 3 Bsch dh 5 1 2 0 Peralta 3b 4 0 0 0 Inge 3b 4 1 1 0 Valuen ss 3 0 0 0 Avila c 5 0 0 0 LaPort 1b 4 0 0 0 Sizmr 2b 3 1 1 3 Marson c 3 0 0 0 Sntiag ss 4 0 1 0 Branyn ph 1 0 0 0 32 4 7 4 Totals 35 6 9 5 Totals Detroit 000 300 210—6 Cleveland 000 102 010—4 E—Verlander (1), Valbuena (5). Dp—Cleveland 2. Lob—Detroit 10, Cleveland 6. 2b—A.Jackson (9), Boesch (6), S.Sizemore (5), Hafner (4). Sb— A.Jackson (6). Cs—Valbuena (2). Sf—Kearns. IP H R ER BB SO Detroit Verlander W,3-2 6 4 3 3 4 9 Zumaya H,5 2 3 1 1 0 5 Valverde S,8-9 1 0 0 0 0 1 Cleveland Masterson 6 5 3 3 3 8 2 ⁄3 2 2 2 2 1 K.Wood L,0-1 1 1 0 1 2 Sipp 11⁄3 Ambriz 1 1 0 0 2 0 T—3:10. A—18,428 (45,569).

White Sox 7, Blue Jays 3 Toronto

Chicago ab r h bi ab r h bi FLewis lf 4 1 2 0 Pierre lf 5 1 2 0 A.Hill 2b 4 0 0 0 Bckhm 2b 3 1 1 1 Lind dh 4 0 0 0 AnJons dh 5 1 1 1 V.Wells cf 4 0 1 1 Konerk 1b 3 2 2 2 Overay 1b 4 0 0 0 Rios cf 4 1 1 1 AlGzlz ss 3 1 1 1 Przyns c 3 1 1 0 JButst 3b 3 0 0 0 Quentin rf 2 0 0 1 J.Buck c 3 1 1 1 Teahen 3b 3 0 0 1 Snider rf 3 0 0 0 AlRmrz ss 4 0 2 0 Totals 32 3 5 3 Totals 32 7 10 7 Toronto 000 001 011—3 Chicago 210 000 40x—7 E—Roenicke (1). Dp—Toronto 2. Lob—Toronto 2, Chicago 8. 2b—F.Lewis (9), V.Wells (13), Rios (10). 3b—An.Jones (1). Hr—Ale.Gonzalez (10), J.Buck (8), Konerko (13). IP H R ER BB SO Toronto 7 3 3 3 3 Cecil L,2-2 51⁄3 3 4 4 1 0 Roenicke 11⁄3 1 0 0 0 3 1 Janssen 1 ⁄3 Chicago Peavy W,2-2 8 3 2 2 0 8 Santos 1 2 1 1 0 1 T—2:42. A—24,945 (40,615).

Athletics 4, Rays 2 Tampa Bay Oakland ab r h bi ab r h bi Bartlett ss 4 0 1 1 Pnngtn ss 2 1 1 0 Crwfrd lf 4 0 0 0 Barton 1b 3 0 1 2 Zobrist rf 4 0 1 0 RSwny rf 4 1 2 1 Lngori 3b 4 0 0 0 Kzmnff 3b 4 0 1 0 C.Pena 1b4 0 0 0 EChavz dh 3 0 2 1 BUpton cf 4 1 1 0 RDavis dh 0 0 0 0 Burrell dh 2 0 0 0 ARosls 2b 4 0 0 0 Rdrgz dh 0 0 0 0 Gross cf 4 1 1 0 WAyar ph 1 0 0 0 Powell c 2 0 0 0 Jaso c 3 1 1 1 Pattrsn lf 3 1 1 0 Brignc 2b 2 0 1 0 Totals 32 2 5 2 Totals 29 4 9 4 Tampa Bay 020 000 000—2 Oakland 210 000 10x—4 E—W.Davis (1). Dp—Tampa Bay 1. Lob—Tampa Bay 6, Oakland 6. 2b—Bartlett (8), Brignac (4), Kouzmanoff (5), Patterson (4). 3b—R.Sweeney (1). Sb—B.Upton (7). S—Pennington. Sf—Barton, E.Chavez.

IP H R ER BB SO Tampa Bay W.Davis L,3-2 5 6 3 3 2 3 2 1 1 0 1 Cormier 12⁄3 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Balfour Benoit 1 1 0 0 0 0 Oakland 4 2 2 3 8 Sheets W,2-3 61⁄3 1 ⁄3 1 0 0 0 0 Wuertz H,1 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 Blevins H,2 Ziegler H,6 1 0 0 0 0 1 A.Bailey S,6-6 1 0 0 0 0 0 T—2:31. A—15,493 (35,067).

Orioles 7, Twins 3 First Game Baltimore Minnesota ab r h bi ab r h bi Lugo 2b 5 0 3 1 Span cf 4 0 0 0 AdJons cf 5 0 2 1 OHdsn 2b 4 1 3 0 Markks rf 4 1 2 3 Mrnea 1b 4 1 1 2 MTejad 3b 5 0 0 0 Thome dh 3 0 0 0 Wgntn dh 5 0 1 1 Cuddyr rf 4 1 1 1 Wieters c 5 1 1 0 Kubel lf 4 0 1 0 Atkins 1b 4 0 0 0 WRams c 3 0 0 0 Reimld lf 3 2 1 0 BHarrs ss 4 0 0 0 CIztrs ss 3 3 2 1 Punto 3b 3 0 1 0 33 3 7 3 Totals 39 712 7 Totals Baltimore 002 300 110—7 Minnesota 200 100 000—3 Dp—Baltimore 1. Lob—Baltimore 8, Minnesota 5. 2b—Wigginton (5), Wieters (4). 3b—O.Hudson (1). Hr—Morneau (7), Cuddyer (5). Sb—Markakis (1), C.Izturis (2). IP H R ER BB SO Baltimore 2 5 3 3 1 5 Guthrie W,1-4 6 ⁄3 1 0 0 0 0 Ohman H,6 11⁄3 Uehara 1 1 0 0 0 1 Minnesota Liriano L,4-1 6 10 5 5 1 3 2 2 2 2 1 12⁄3 Al.Burnett 0 0 0 0 1 Mahay 11⁄3 T—2:36. A—38,608 (39,504).

Twins 6, Orioles 1 Second Game Baltimore Minnesota ab r h bi ab r h bi Lugo ss 4 0 1 0 Span cf 4 0 0 0 Markks rf 4 0 0 0 OHudsn 2b3 1 1 0 Wieters dh4 0 1 0 Mornea 1b 3 1 1 0 MTejad 3b 3 0 0 0 Thome dh 3 0 2 0 Wgntn 2b 3 0 0 0 BHarrs ss 0 1 0 0 Scott lf 3 1 1 1 Cuddyr rf 4 1 1 0 AdJons cf 3 0 1 0 DlmYn lf 4 2 3 2 RHghs 1b 3 0 0 0 Punto 3b 3 0 1 1 Tatum c 2 0 0 0 Casilla ss 3 0 0 0 Atkins ph 1 0 0 0 Mauer ph 1 0 0 0 Hndrck p 0 0 0 0 Dunsng p 0 0 0 0 Albers p 0 0 0 0 Butera c 4 0 1 2 32 6 10 5 Totals 30 1 4 1 Totals Baltimore 000 010 000—1 Minnesota 010 002 03x—6 Dp—Baltimore 2, Minnesota 1. Lob—Baltimore 2, Minnesota 7. 2b—Delm.Young 2 (6), Punto (3). Hr—Scott (4). IP H R ER BB SO Baltimore Millwood L,0-4 7 7 3 3 3 4 Hendrickson 0 1 2 2 1 0 1 2 1 1 1 1 Albers Minnesota S.Baker W,4-2 8 3 1 1 0 8 Duensing 1 1 0 0 0 0 T—2:23. A—38,863 (39,504).

Yankees 14, Red Sox 3 New York ab Jeter ss 5 Gardnr cf 5 Teixeir 1b 6 Rdrgz 3b 2 Russo 2b 1 Cano dh 5 Swisher rf 4 Winn lf 3 Cervelli c 4

r 2 1 3 3 0 2 2 0 0

Boston h bi ab 2 0 Scutaro ss 4 2 0 Pdroia 2b 3 4 5 VMrtnz c 5 2 1 Youkils 1b 3 0 0 Lowell dh 4 1 0 J.Drew rf 3 2 3 Beltre 3b 4 0 0 Hall lf 2 3 5 Hermid lf 2

r 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

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R.Pena 3b4 1 1 0 DMcDn cf 4 1 1 1 Totals 39141714 Totals 34 3 8 3 New York 002 130 242—14 Boston 003 000 000— 3 E—Beltre (7). Dp—New York 1, Boston 3. Lob— New York 9, Boston 9. 2b—Jeter (6), R.Pena (1). Hr—Teixeira 3 (5), V.Martinez (3), D.Mcdonald (3). Sb—Gardner (14), A.Rodriguez (2). S—Gardner. IP H R ER BB SO New York 2 4 3 3 2 4 Sabathia 4 ⁄3 Aceves W,3-0 1 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 Logan H,31⁄3 1 2 0 0 0 1 D.Robertson ⁄3 1 0 0 0 1 1 Chamberlain 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 1 1 D.Marte 11⁄3 Boston C.Buchholz L,3-3 5 9 6 5 5 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 Delcarmen R.Ramirez 0 1 1 1 0 0 3 4 4 3 2 Schoeneweis 12⁄3 2 1 1 1 0 Bard1⁄3 Van Every 1 2 2 2 0 1 T—3:56 (Rain delay: 1:14). A—37,138 (37,402).

Rangers 3, Royals 2 Kansas City Texas ab r h bi ab r h bi DeJess rf 5 1 2 1 Andrus ss 2 1 1 1 Pdsdnk lf 4 0 1 0 MYong 3b 3 1 0 0 BButler dh 3 1 2 0 Hamltn lf 4 0 1 1 Kaaihu 1b 3 0 0 0 Guerrr dh 3 0 1 0 JGuilln rf 1 0 0 0 Kinsler 2b 3 0 2 1 Callasp 3b4 0 2 0 DvMrp rf 4 0 1 0 Kendall c 4 0 1 0 Smoak 1b 2 1 0 0 Maier cf 3 0 1 1 Treanr c 2 0 0 0 YBtncr ss 4 0 0 0 Borbon cf 3 0 0 0 Getz 2b 3 0 0 0 Aviles ph 1 0 1 0 Totals 35 210 2 Totals 26 3 6 3 Kansas City 000 110 000—2 Texas 110 000 01x—3 Dp—Kansas City 2, Texas 2. Lob—Kansas City 9, Texas 6. 2b—Callaspo (6). Hr—Dejesus (4). Sb— Kendall (2), Andrus 2 (13), Guerrero (4), Smoak (1). Cs—Andrus (5). IP H R ER BB SO Kansas City Meche L,0-4 8 6 3 3 7 3 Texas Harden 5 6 2 2 2 3 1 1 0 0 0 1 Nippert Oliver 1 2 0 0 0 0 Ray W,1-0 1 0 0 0 1 0 N.Feliz S,8-9 1 1 0 0 0 0 T—2:43. A—36,349 (49,170).

National Nationals 5, Marlins 4 Florida

Washington ab r h bi ab r h bi Maybin cf 2 1 0 0 Gzmn ss-2b4 0 2 0 Badnhp p 0 0 0 0 AKndy 2b 3 1 1 0 Pinto p 0 0 0 0 Clipprd p 0 0 0 0 Sanchs p 0 0 0 0 Morgan cf 1 0 0 0 Helms ph 1 0 0 0 Zmrmn 3b 3 0 1 0 Snchz 1b 4 2 2 2 A.Dunn 1b 3 0 0 1 HRmrz ss 4 1 1 0 Wlngh lf 4 2 2 2 Cantu 3b 4 0 1 1 Capps p 0 0 0 0 Uggla 2b 4 0 1 1 WHarrs rf 4 1 1 2 RPauln c 4 0 1 0 Berndn cf 3 0 0 0 C.Ross lf 4 0 0 0 Nieves c 3 0 1 0 BCarrll rf 3 0 0 0 Chico p 2 0 0 0 Coghln ph 1 0 0 0 Batista p 0 0 0 0 JJhnsn p 2 0 1 0 SBurntt p 0 0 0 0 Petersn lf 2 0 0 0 Dsmnd ss 0 1 0 0 Totals 35 4 7 4 Totals 30 5 8 5 Florida 000 002 200—4 Washington 000 300 11x—5 E—G.Sanchez (3), A.Dunn (3). Dp—Florida 1. Lob—Florida 6, Washington 4. 2b—Cantu (9), Uggla (7). 3b—Willingham (1). Hr—G.Sanchez (2), Willingham (5), W.Harris (3). Cs—C.Guzman (2). IP H R ER BB SO Florida Jo.Johnson 6 6 3 3 0 5

Badnhop L,0-4 11⁄3 2 2 2 Pinto 0 0 0 0 2 ⁄3 0 0 0 Sanches Washington Chico 5 6 2 2 11⁄3 0 0 0 Batista H,1 1 ⁄3 0 1 1 S.Burnett H,5 1 1 1 Clippard W,5-0 11⁄3 Capps S,12-12 1 0 0 0 T—2:47. A—21,633 (41,546).

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0 0 1

0 0 1 0 0

3 0 0 3 1

Mets 5, Giants 4 (11) San Francisco New York ab r h bi ab r h bi Rownd cf 5 1 1 0 Pagan cf 4 1 1 2 Torres rf 4 1 1 0 LCastill 2b 3 0 1 0 Affeldt p 0 0 0 0 Cora 2b 1 0 0 0 Bwker ph 0 0 0 0 JosRys ss 4 1 0 0 Mota p 0 0 0 0 Bay lf 4 0 1 2 Sndovl 3b 4 1 1 1 DWrght 3b 3 0 0 0 BMolin c 1 0 1 0 I.Davis 1b 3 1 0 0 Whitsd c 3 0 2 0 Francr rf 4 1 0 0 A.Huff 1b 4 0 1 2 Takhsh p 0 0 0 0 Uribe ss 5 0 1 1 HBlanc c 5 1 3 1 DeRosa lf 5 0 0 0 JSantn p 2 0 0 0 MDwns 2b5 0 1 0 Nieve p 0 0 0 0 Wllmyr p 2 0 0 0 Felicin p 0 0 0 0 Meddrs p 0 0 0 0 Mejia p 0 0 0 0 Shrhlt rf 2 1 1 0 Tatis ph 1 0 1 0 FRdrgz p 0 0 0 0 MthwsJ rf 0 0 0 0 Totals 40 410 4 Totals 34 5 7 5 San Fran 000 200 020 00—4 New York 120 010 000 01—5 No outs when winning run scored. Dp—New York 1. Lob—San Francisco 7, New York 9. 2b—Tatis (3). 3b—Pagan (3). Hr—H.Blanco (1). Sb—Jos.Reyes (6). Cs—D.Wright (4). S— J.Santana. Sf—Sandoval, A.Huff, Bay. IP H R ER BB SO San Francisco 1 3 4 4 5 4 Wellemeyer 4 ⁄3 1 0 0 2 2 Medders 22⁄3 Affeldt 2 2 0 0 0 2 Mota L,0-1 1 1 1 1 0 1 New York 8 4 4 0 6 J.Santana 72⁄3 Nieve 0 1 0 0 0 0 Feliciano Bs,1-1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 Mejia F.Rodriguez 2 0 0 0 2 1 Takahashi W,3-1 1 0 0 0 0 2 Nieve pitched to 1 batter in the 8th. Feliciano pitched to 1 batter in the 8th. Mota pitched to 1 batter in the 11th. HBP—by Wellemeyer (Francoeur). WP—Wellemeyer. T—3:32. A—36,764 (41,800).

Padres 2, Astros 1 San Diego ab Hairstn cf 2 Eckstn 2b 4 AdGnzl 1b 4 Headly 3b 3 Venale rf 3 Torreal c 4 Blanks lf 3 Gwynn cf 1 HrstnJr ss 4 Garlnd p 3 Adams p 0 Stairs ph 1 Bell p 0

Houston h bi ab r h bi 0 0 Bourn cf 4 0 0 0 2 0 Kppngr ss 2 0 1 0 0 0 Michals ph 1 0 0 0 1 1 Brkmn 1b 3 0 0 0 0 0 Ca.Lee lf 4 0 0 0 2 1 Pence rf 3 0 1 0 0 0 P.Feliz 3b 2 0 0 0 0 0 KMatsu 2b 3 1 0 0 1 0 Cash c 2 0 0 0 0 0 Blum ph 1 0 1 1 0 0 Quinter c 0 0 0 0 0 0 FPauln p 2 0 0 0 0 0 Lyon p 0 0 0 0 Sullivn ph 1 0 0 0 Lndstr p 0 0 0 0 Totals 32 2 6 2 Totals 28 1 3 1 San Diego 000 011 000—2 Houston 000 000 010—1 E—F.Paulino (1). Dp—San Diego 1. Lob—San Diego 7, Houston 3. Sb—Eckstein (2), Torrealba (2), Keppinger (1), K.Matsui (1). Cs—Pence (3). Sf—Headley. IP H R ER BB SO San Diego Garland W,4-2 7 2 0 0 1 2 Adams H,7 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 Bell S,8-9 1 r 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Houston F.Paulino L,0-5 7 5 2 1 1 1 0 0 Lyon Lindstrom 1 0 0 0 T—2:51. A—27,038 (40,976).

0 11 2 1 0 1

Braves 4, Phillies 1 Atlanta

Philadelphia ab r h bi ab r h bi McLoth cf 4 1 1 0 Victorn cf 4 0 1 1 Prado 2b 4 0 0 0 Dobbs 3b 3 0 0 0 C.Jnes 3b 3 1 1 0 Polanc 2b 4 0 3 0 Wagner p 0 0 0 0 Howard 1b 4 0 1 0 McCnn c 2 1 1 0 Werth rf 3 0 0 0 Glaus 1b 5 0 1 1 Ibanez lf 4 0 1 0 Hinske lf 3 1 1 1 Schndr c 1 1 1 0 M.Diaz lf 1 0 0 0 C.Ruiz c 2 0 1 0 MeCarr rf 3 0 1 1 WValdz ss 4 0 0 0 Infante ss 3 0 0 1 Blanton p 1 0 1 0 Medlen p 2 0 1 0 JRomr p 0 0 0 0 OFlhrt p 0 0 0 0 Durbin p 0 0 0 0 Conrad ph 1 0 0 0 Gload ph 1 0 0 0 Kimrel p 0 0 0 0 Contrrs p 0 0 0 0 Moylan p 0 0 0 0 Baez p 0 0 0 0 Venters p 0 0 0 0 Utley ph 1 0 0 0 Heywrd ph1 0 0 0 Saito p 0 0 0 0 Hicks 3b 0 0 0 0 Totals 32 4 7 4 Totals 32 1 9 1 Atlanta 000 003 001—4 Philadelphia 010 000 000—1 E—Dobbs (1), Howard (4). Dp—Atlanta 3, Philadelphia 1. Lob—Atlanta 11, Philadelphia 9. 2b—Hinske (3). Sb—Victorino (4), Werth (2). S— Prado, Me.Cabrera, Blanton. Sf—Infante. IP H R ER BB SO Atlanta 1 9 1 1 0 3 Medlen 4 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 O’flaherty W,2-1 2⁄3 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 2 0 Kimbrel H,1 1 0 0 0 2 0 Moylan H,5 1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Venters H,1 Saito H,2 1 0 0 0 0 2 Wagner S,4-5 1 0 0 0 0 1 Philadelphia Blanton L,0-2 6 5 3 3 2 3 2 ⁄3 0 0 0 2 1 J.Romero 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 Durbin Contreras 1 0 0 0 1 0 Baez 1 2 1 1 1 0 T—3:11. A—45,395 (43,651).

Pirates 2, Cardinals 0 St. Louis Pittsburgh ab r h bi ab r h bi Schmkr 2b4 0 0 0 Crosby 2b 4 0 0 0 Ludwck rf 3 0 1 0 AnLRc 3b 4 0 0 0 Pujols 1b 3 0 1 0 AMcCt cf 3 0 2 0 Rasms cf 3 0 1 0 GJones rf 4 0 0 0 Freese 3b 3 0 0 0 Milledg lf 3 1 0 0 YMolin c 3 0 0 0 Pearce 1b 3 1 1 0 Jay lf 2 0 0 0 Jarmll c 4 0 3 1 Mather lf 2 0 0 0 Cedeno ss 4 0 2 1 JGarci p 2 0 0 0 Karstns p 1 0 0 0 McCllln p 0 0 0 0 Clemnt ph 1 0 0 0 Hollidy ph 1 0 1 0 Carrsc p 0 0 0 0 Greene ss 0 0 0 0 Tschnr p 0 0 0 0 B.Ryan ss 3 0 0 0 Hanrhn p 0 0 0 0 DReyes p 0 0 0 0 Dotel p 0 0 0 0 Boggs p 0 0 0 0 31 2 8 2 Totals 29 0 4 0 Totals St. Louis 000 000 000—0 Pittsburgh 010 000 01x—2 Dp—Pittsburgh 1. Lob—St. Louis 7, Pittsburgh 9. 2b—Ludwick (5), Pujols (10), A.Mccutchen 2 (9). Sb—Milledge (3). Cs—A.Mccutchen (3). IP H R ER BB SO St. Louis J.Garcia L,3-2 6 7 1 1 2 7 McClellan 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 D.Reyes 2 ⁄3 1 1 1 1 1 Boggs Pittsburgh Karstens W,1-1 6 3 0 0 2 4 2 ⁄3 0 0 0 1 0 Carrasco H,1 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Taschner H,2 Hanrahan H,5 1 1 0 0 0 2 Dotel S,6-8 1 0 0 0 1 2 T—2:39. A—25,047 (38,362).

Reds 14, Cubs 2 Chicago

Cincinnati ab r h bi ab r h bi Thriot 2b 4 1 2 0 OCarer ss 5 3 2 0 Caridd p 0 0 0 0 Janish ss 0 0 0 0 Marshll p 0 0 0 0 BPhllps 2b 5 3 3 0 Zamrn p 0 0 0 0 Votto 1b 3 3 1 2 Berg p 0 0 0 0 Rolen 3b 4 0 0 1 JeBakr ph 1 0 1 0 Herrer p 0 0 0 0 Fukdm rf 3 0 1 0 Gomes lf 4 1 3 3 Nady rf 1 0 0 0 Msset p 0 0 0 0 D.Lee 1b 5 0 0 0 Cairo 3b 1 0 0 0 Byrd cf 5 0 3 1 Bruce rf 4 1 1 0 ArRmr 3b 4 0 1 0 Stubbs cf 4 2 2 3 ASorin lf 4 0 2 0 Hanign c 4 1 3 5 Soto c 4 0 0 0 Harang p 3 0 0 0 Castro ss 4 1 1 0 Lincoln p 0 0 0 0 Grzlny p 2 0 0 0 Rhodes p 0 0 0 0 Fntent 2b 1 0 1 0 L.Nix ph-lf 2 0 0 0 Totals 38 212 2 Totals 3914 1514 Chicago 000 001 100— 2 Cincinnati 201 000 56x—14 E—Fontenot (2), S.Castro (1). Dp—Chicago 1. Lob—Chicago 11, Cincinnati 7. 2b—S.Castro (1), B.Phillips 2 (9), Stubbs (3), Hanigan (4). Hr—Votto (6), Hanigan (2). Sb—O.Cabrera (4), B.Phillips (3), Stubbs (8). Sf—Rolen. IP H R ER BB SO Chicago Grzelanny L,1-4 6 9 3 3 1 9 Caridad 0 0 2 0 0 0 Marshall 0 0 1 1 1 0 Zambrano 1 3 2 2 0 1 Berg 1 3 6 6 2 1 Cincinnati 7 2 2 1 9 Harang W,2-4 62⁄3 Lincoln 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 1 0 Rhodes H,7 Masset 1 2 0 0 0 0 Herrera 1 2 0 0 0 0 T—3:16. A—26,404 (42,319).

Brewers 17, Diamondbacks 3 Milwaukee ab Weeks 2b 6 Edmnd cf 5 Braun lf 4 CVargs p 0 Fielder 1b 5 Hart rf 1 McGh 3b 4 MParr p 0 Inglett lf 1 Gerut rf 6 Kottars c 4 AEscor ss 5 Wolf p 4 Cnsll 3b 1

Arizona h bi ab r h bi 3 1 KJhnsn 2b 3 1 1 0 1 0 Howry p 0 0 0 0 2 4 Gillespi cf 1 0 0 0 0 0 CJcksn lf 4 1 1 1 1 1 J.Upton rf 4 0 1 0 0 0 AdLRc 1b 4 0 0 0 3 2 MRynl 3b 4 1 2 2 0 0 CYoung cf 1 0 0 0 1 0 Stange p 0 0 0 0 4 4 Qualls p 0 0 0 0 1 2 Heilmn p 0 0 0 0 0 1 Ryal ph 0 0 0 0 1 1 TAreu ss 4 0 0 0 0 0 Snyder c 3 0 0 0 CValdz p 1 0 0 0 Boyer p 0 0 0 0 Ojeda 2b 3 0 1 0 32 3 6 3 Totals 46171716 Totals Milwaukee 014 061 104—17 Arizona 200 001 000— 3 E—Mcgehee (6), Ad.Laroche (3), T.Abreu (3). Dp—Milwaukee 2. Lob—Milwaukee 9, Arizona 6. 2b—Braun (10), Mcgehee (8), Gerut (2), Kottaras (4), K.Johnson (9), J.Upton (5). 3b—Gerut (1). Hr— Braun (6), Gerut (2), M.Reynolds (10). IP H R ER BB SO Milwaukee Wolf W,3-2 6 6 3 3 2 5 M.Parra 2 0 0 0 0 2 C.Vargas 1 0 0 0 2 1 Arizona C.Valdez L,1-1 4 9 7 6 2 7 Boyer 1 2 4 4 2 1 Howry 1 1 1 1 2 0 Stange 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 ⁄3 4 4 0 0 2 Qualls 1 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Heilman C.Valdez pitched to 2 batters in the 5th. PB—Snyder 2. Umpires—Home, Kerwin Danley; First, C.B. Bucknor; Second, Doug Eddings; Third, Dana DeMuth. T—3:20. A—26,877 (48,633). r 2 2 4 0 1 0 3 0 1 3 1 0 0 0

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LOCAL SPORTS

HOUSTON FROM 1B

EAST FROM 1B “I thought he threw the ball pretty well,” said Carson’s Kyle Bridges. “He mixed it up and moved it around. He’s already a very good pitcher.” Bost escaped unharmed. He retired designated hitter Joe Basinger on a comebacker to the mound to defuse the rally. “He had some control issues to start with,” Thomas said. “But I knew if I let him work his way out of that, it’d be an experience he’d grow from.” East came to bat against previously unbeaten righthander Josh Martin and got right down to business. It scored four runs in the bottom of the first inning — chasing the sophomore after four batters. “They threw that four-spot on us early,” Cauble said. “From then on we had to battle them.” Key hits were delivered by Noah Holmes and Thomas. Holmes opened the scoring when he lined a two-run double to left. Thomas followed with sharp, ground-ball double down the left-field line that made it 3-0 and knocked Martin out of game. With reliever

East Rowan 4, Carson 2 CARSON Grkmn cf Zblga 2b Hogan ss Brden 3b Freeze c Bsngr dh Snow rf Cross lf Gragg ph Brdgs 1b Totals Carson E. Rowan

EAST ROWAN ab r Trtmn ss 3 1 Sapp cf 2 1 Hlms 3b 3 1 Thmas c 3 1 Austn 1b 3 0 Flbrht dh 3 0 Mors 2b 2 0 Jacobs lf 1 0 Leroy ph 0 0 Rogers rf 2 0 Hthck ph 1 0 24 2 6 2 Totals 23 4 ab 4 2 3 4 2 2 1 2 1 3

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DP — East Rowan. LOB — Carson 7, East Rowan 6. 2B — Bridges, Freeze, Holmes, Thomas. 3B — Gragg. SB — Troutman, Leroy, Morris, Holmes. CS — Zubillaga, Morris, Leroy. IP H R ER BB K Carson Martin L,5-1 0 3 4 4 1 0 Free 6 5 0 0 2 5 E. Rowan Bost W,1-0 4 2 1 1 3 6 Johnson 11⁄3 2 0 0 0 0 2 Robbins ⁄3 0 0 0 0 0 Gobbel S,3 1 2 1 1 1 0 WP — Martin, Free. HBP — by Free (Morris), by Bost (Hogan, Snow), by Robbins (Basinger). PB — Freeze. T — 2:07.

Ethan Free on the mound, courtesy runner Wesley Leroy quickly stole third base and scored on Nathan Fulbright’s bounce-out. Carson spent the rest of the night playing catch-up — and nearly did. The Cougars reached Bost for a second-inning run when Weston Snow drew a leadoff walk and scored when Bridges, a lefthanded batter, sliced an RBI double into the left-field cor-

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Carson’s Zack Gragg slides into third after belting a triple for the Cougars in the seventh inning. ner. He was awarded third base when East’s Chris Jacobs inadvertently deflected the ball into dead-ball territory. But he was stranded when teammate Julio Zubillaga — who had coaxed a two-out walk — was thrown out attempting to swipe second. “After the first two innings we felt we were gonna hit it and score some runs tonight,” said Cauble. “We had opportunities. We just didn’t capitalize when we had them.” Meanwhile Free, a righthanded sophomore, turned off the spigot and pitched six scoreless innings for Carson. He scattered five singles, worked out of a bases-loaded pickle in the fourth and received a huge favor from center-fielder Zack Grkman — who gunned down Chase Hathcock at the plate to conclude the sixth inning. East’s Parker Gobbel earned his third save by pitching his way into and out of trouble in the Carson seventh. Pinch-hitter Zack Gragg crunched a leadoff triple off

the fence in left-center, then scored on Bridges’ run-scoring single. With one out and two runners aboard, Gunnar Hogan pulled a hanging curveball deep down the line in left. Long enough to clear the fence, it landed about 10 feet foul. “It started out fair and tailed away,” said Thomas. “But I knew with Parker — he’s been in these big-time situations — he’d get us out of it.” Gobbel did, by retiring Hogan on a shallow fly to right and retiring Patrick Bearden on a game-ending groundout. “(Hogan) put a good swing on that long one,” said Holmes. “I guess it was good luck on our part.” • NOTES: East opens the playoffs at home against Concord on Friday. Carson travels to Marvin Ridge. ... Free struck out five, walked two and lowered his ERA to 1.79. ... Holmes pushed his average to .494. The double was his 15th of the season.

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Luke Thomas, left, had a key double, while Noah Holmes, right, had two hits, one run scored and two RBIs for East Rowan.

TENNIS FROM 1B Page is confident heading to Cary. He made it to the quarterfinals last year. “I want to do a lot better this year,” he said. “We were expecting this kind of success,” Myers said. “He’s done a great job training all season. He’s great from February to May for us but it’s year-round for Steven. He has great expectations and a great work ethic.” • Flynn and Lebowitz came in as the No. 4 seed but knocked off the top-seeded team of Collin Greer and William Howell from Wilkes Central in Saturday’s first match, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4. Both players and their coach agree they can be their own worst enemy by getting down on themselves. But they regrouped after the first-set loss. “We tried to keep some good, positive energy,” Lebowitz said. “The thing with them was to settle down and play smart shots when the opportunity was there,” Myers said. “They started to do that and built up momentum. Their confidence increased and the other team’s confident dipped a bit. Even though they were the No. 4

seed, I wasn’t thinking of them as a No. 4 seed.” Flynn and Lebowitz ran their record to 15-2 by beating West MYERS Davidson’s T.J. Lane and Andy Myers for the title 7-5, 6-4. Again, they had to fight back from a quick 3-0 deficit. “We were like, ‘We can do this,’ ” Flynn said. “We did it earlier. We just kept playing our game and it worked out.” “Austin’s got a really good net game and we’re pretty hard to break if my serve is going in,” Lebowitz said. • Lane and Myers prevented an all-Hornet doubles final by beating Weant and Gentry 6-0, 4-6, 6-3. But the Hornets did qualify for the states, continuing Salisbury’s dominance in the sport from the fall. “It’s really nice to be talking about the boys in the same sentence as the girls,” Myers smiled. Move over, girls. It’s time for the boys to win some stuff. • NOTES: As a team, Salisbury is 16-2 and plays host to North Stanly on Tuesday in the dual team tournament. ... Greer and Howell beat Weant-Gentry 6-7(5), 7-5, 6-2 for fourth.

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South’s Blake Houston has hit .568 over his last 12 games for the 15-9 Raiders. he should eventually smack his share of homers at hitter-friendly Newman Park. Houston’s credits his success to his parents and to the advantage of having a talented big brother. Heath Houston intercepted four passes in one game against North Davidson in 2004 and played in the East-West All-Star Game. “Heath was more the football guy and I was the one that loved baseball, but it helped me playing against him,” Houston said. “He was a lot better than the guys my own age.” From those sibling scraps, Houston picked up a competitive fire. “Even if we’re just playing a line-drive game in the gym with tennis balls, Blake wants to win it,” CHRISMON Chrismon said. The athlete Houston reminds Chrismon of most is Andrew Morgan, a threesport icon for the Raiders and the 2003 Rowan County Athlete of the Year. Morgan made a behindthe-back move once that broke the ankles of a West Forsyth hoops hero named Chris Paul, so he hasn’t been forgotten. Houston won’t be forgotten either. South fans will still be talking about the scrambling pass he threw to B.J. Grant against A.L. Brown last fall for as long as Donnell Stadium stands. That game ranks as Houston’s No. 1 sports memory. Right behind it are basketball and baseball victories against South’s other neighbor — Carson. But Houston’s had a long list of amazing catches, jumpers and passes. The Blake Houston highlight film could run for weeks. Chances are good he’ll make an impact at Catawba, where he’ll join South Legion teammates Ryan Bostian, Brett Huffman and new recruit Julio Zubillaga. “I’ve had a chance to see Blake a lot and I’ve known for a while some school was going to get a steal,” Chrismon said. “I’m happy it turned out to be Catawba.”

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East first baseman Andy Austin, left, is hit in the face by Carson’s Zack Grkman as he tags out Grkman.

man for just about any team that didn’t have Maverick on it. Blake’s had an awesome year, an unbelievable year.” Chrismon is talking baseball, but Houston’s had an unbelievable school year. Last fall he broke South’s career total offense and passing yardage records as a mobile quarterback and steered the Raiders to the most football wins they’ve enjoyed since 1983. Over the winter, he drilled enough 3s to average 12.6 points per game for the basketball team. The National Honor Society member will make it 3-for-3 as far as all-county teams when the baseball squad is announced after this season. Only a handful of Rowan athletes attempt the challenging footballbasketball-baseball triple these days, and Houston doesn’t just suit up, he excels. Just around the corner is American Legion baseball, and that will fill up Houston’s summer. He hit .396 in Legion ball in 2009. That performance started him on the road to Catawba. The coach of the South Legion team is Catawba assistant Michael Lowman. Seeing Houston play every day last summer convinced Lowman that Houston could help Catawba, and Lowman relayed that information to head coach Jim Gantt. Recruiting interest in Houston has been less feverish than it should’ve been. He’s legitimately fast, he’s a lefty hitter, and he’s amazingly ambidextrous. But the thing he doesn’t have is size, and that’s the first thing everyone looks for. He’s 5-foot-10 and was worn down to about 150 pounds at the end of basketball season. He’s playing now at 165 . “As far as offers, there were schools that wanted me to walk on in football or baseball,” Houston said. “But the only schools that offered any money were Pfeiffer and Catawba. “I’ve been talking to Catawba since last summer, and it’s where I’ve always wanted to go. I love that field (Newman Park) and I like Coach Gantt.” The best-case scenario is that Houston will be a player in the mold of similarly sized former Catawba star David Thomas, a three-sport high school whiz at Ledford, who developed into an incredible college baseball player and a draft pick. Houston has room to grow physically, and he’ll benefit from Catawba’s summer weightlifting and fall workouts. He’ll get bigger and stronger and maybe a little faster, and

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SPORTS DIGEST

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SALT LAKE CITY — Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher hit back-to-back 3pointers during an 8-2 run in the final minute and the Lakers held on for a 111-110 victory over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night that put Los Angeles on the verge of sweeping the Western Conference playoff series. The Jazz had two chances to win it in the final 4 seconds, but Deron Williams missed from the top of the key and Wesley Matthews’ tip just before the buzzer bounced off the rim. Bryant finished with 35 points and Fisher scored 20 for the Lakers, who can close out the four-game sweep with a win Monday night in Game 4. Pau Gasol added 14 points and 17 rebounds for Los Angeles. Williams scored 28 and Kyle Korver added a career playoff-high 23 points for the Jazz. Ron Artest scored 18 of his 20 points in the second half for the Lakers, who never led by more than four but stayed close enough to win it in a thrilling final minute. Bryant’s 3-pointer with 54 seconds left tied it at 106. After a jumper by Williams, Fisher hit another from beyond the arc to put the Lakers up 109108 with 28.6 seconds left. Carlos Boozer, who had 14 points and 14 rebounds, missed a putback at-

tempt and the Jazz had to foul Bryant, who hit both free throws for a 111-108 lead with 7.8 seconds left. Williams drew a foul with 6.1 seconds and made both from the line to cut it to 111-110 Lakers couldn’t inbound the ball and called timeout. They tried again, but Fisher fell before he could get the pass from Artest, and Korver grabbed the loose ball and called timeout with 4.4 seconds left. Fisher thought he was fouled by Wesley Matthews and stood with his arms in the air asking why there was no call. After the timeout, Williams’ shot from the top of the key bounced off the rim. There was still enough time for Matthews to get a hand on the rebound, but his tip also bounced off and the Lakers leaped off the bench to celebrate. Magic 105, Hawks 75 ATLANTA — Orlando keeps on winning, even when Dwight Howard doesn’t stand out. One more Magic victory will finish off the Atlanta Hawks. Rashard Lewis scored 22 points and the backups helped Orlando pull away early with Howard on the bench as the Magic romped to another playoff blowout, moving to the brink of their second straight sweep with a 105-75 victory over the Hawks on Saturday. Howard had 21 points and 16 rebounds but was hardly dominating. No problem for the Magic, who have so

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missed a couple, but all in all, I was pleased with the way I played. I didn’t make too many poor shots out there.” He certainly didn’t on the 18th after his drive landed in a drain grate. He took a free drop, saw a gap in the trees and hit a 6-iron onto the green to give himself another shot at winning. A month ago, Westwood had a one-shot lead over Mickelson going into the last round of the Masters. Lefty began the day nine shots out of the lead, same as Woods. They went opposite directions, however. Mickelson didn’t make a bogey until the final hole for a 66 to put himself back into the picture, just five shots behind Westwood. The 10 players ahead of him have a combined 14 victories on the PGA Tour. “I feel like things started to click a little bit today, and I think I’ve got one more low round in me,” Mickelson said. “I just hope that it will be enough, that I’ll be within striking distance.” To reach No. 1 for the first time in his career, Mickelson has to win and

have Woods finish out of the top five. Woods did hit part with a bogey-bogey finish for a 71 that put him 10 shots behind in a tie for 45th. His final bogey came after Woods popped up another 3wood and had to hit fairway metal to the green. It was the second time this week he hit a fairway metal for his second shot to a par 4. “I had it going for a little bit,” Woods said. “I thought if I could have birdied 16 and 17, I’d have been right back in the tournament.” Even for the 14 players separated by five shots, so much depends on Westwood and Allenby. U.S. Open champion Lucas Glover, the only player in the top 10 with a major, didn’t make a birdie until the ninth hole in his round of 69. He was at 12-under 204, along with Torrey Pines winner Ben Crane (68) and Francesco Molinari of Italy, who had a 71. Slocum, who won the opening playoff event last year against a cast of stars, ran off three birdies in four holes around the turn to reach 15 under until a threeputt from the fringe below a steep ridge on the 13th changed everything. Slocum shot 72.

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JONESBORO, Ark. — Garrett Wittels of Florida International has extended his hitting streak to 41 games, equaling the fifth-longest mark in NCAA Division I history. Wittels singled in the first inning against Arkansas State on Saturday. His 41-game streak matches that of Penn State’s Michael Campo (2000), Southern Mississippi’s Todd Nace (1989-90) and Clemson’s Rusty Adkins (1965-66). The Division I record is a 58 by Oklahoma State’s Robin Ventura in 1987.

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West Rowan Middle School earned $500 for collecting 193,500 plastic bags in Harris Teeter’s fourth “We Think Green” contest. The contest from March 10 through April 13 was designed to teach students and parents the benefits of recycling while giving schools an additional chance to earn money. Eighty-eight schools participated in the contest and collected plastic bags that were turned in at their local store to be counted and recycled. Winning schools were those that collected the most plastic bags. Harris Teeter awarded 15 schools – a first, second, third, fourth and fifth place winner from each region — with a check for collecting plastic bags. In total, participating schools collected 5.9 million plastic bags during the contest.

Leadership Rowan applications Applications for Leadership Rowan must be received by the Chamber of Commerce by Saturday. The 2010-2011 program begins Aug. 13-15 and participants will meet on the third Thursday of each month. Tuition is $700 for Chamber members and

$750 for nonmembers, due July 31. Limited financial assistance may be available for those who need and request it. Enrollment is limited. Contact the Chamber at 704-633-4221 or visit www.rowanchamber.com.

Fundraiser for Mount Calvary The Mount Calvary Holy Department Youth Group will take part in a Flapjack Fundraiser on Saturday at Applebee’s, 205 Faith Road. Proceeds raised will help send members of the group to a youth conference. The Flapjack Fundraiser starts at 7 a.m. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased by calling Samirah White at 704-232-3292. Breakfast includes a short stack of pancakes, sausage, milk, juice and coffee. Any nonprofit organization can hold the

breakfasts on a Saturday or Sunday morning. Cost to the organization is about $2 a meal. Visit www.AGGrestaurants.com to request one.

Gerry Wood car wash fundraisers

Gerry Wood Auto Group is hosting fundraising car washes for nonprofit groups on the lot of its Kia dealership, 529 Jake Alexander Blvd. S. The car washes can be held on Saturdays through Labor Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The dealership will provide soap, towels, water and T-shirts for volunteers. A minimum of 20 car washers is needed with a chaperone for every four volunteers. Gerry Wood Auto Group will make a donation to the organization for every car wash voucher presented. Vouchers are available in the Gerry Wood Auto Group publication, “Behind the Wheel.” Additional donations by vehicle owners will be accepted. Fundraiser have been held by Boy Scout Troop 328, which raised $950, and the Gospel Lighthouse Church SWAT Team on Saturday. Upcoming ones include Cleveland Elementary School on May 22, Blackwelder Park Bap-

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Diane Hobday of Community Thrift has high-end items for sale, including suits and tuxedos.

“We keep things fresh and circulating. We bring things in and out with each season.” DIANE HOBDAY of Community Thrift

Christy Clifton of Woodleaf looks through a rack of dresses. Hobday said her store accepts donations, purchases some merchandise and consigns large furniture — and is always getting in new items each day. Someone from Community Thrift will come to your home or business to pick up donations. Mattresses or large appliances aren’t accepted.

“We keep things fresh and circulating,” she said. “We bring things in and out with each season.” Hobday has renovated the store to meet the needs of her customers. She had the outside and inside repainted, built large, wheelchair accessible dressing rooms and updated the

restroom. The shelves that once held videos for Doorstep Video were restructured, built to hold appliances, books, belts and more. “We’ve done a lot of work,” Hobday said. Hobday said she is also in the process of applying for nonprofit status, and plans to donate 10 percent of annual profit to charitable organizations within Rowan County. Community Thrift is open Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. The store accepts cash, check or credit cards. For more information, call 704-638-0710, or e-mail thrift120@yahoo.com.

Old insurance policy yields some new money DEAR BRUCE: I recently discovered that insurance funds were being held in an unclaimed property account in California in my husband’s name. He is 83 years old. I wrote to the company asking why we had never been contacted regarding this insurance policy, since my husband is a native Californian and we’ve been living in California. Their answer did not address the question. In essence, they said that the policy was issued in November 1922 and became paid up in 1932. They issued a new policy in place of the original policy. The policy has reached its maturity date, and the proceeds were payable to my husband, but the company could

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Statesville Boulevard store is all about saving money iane Hobday caught the thrift-store bug early in her life. “I started shopping at thrift stores as a teenager because I grew up in a poor, rural agricultural community,” she said. “I couldn’t afford department store prices, and anytime I needed anything, I was always able to find it at a thrift store. I’ve been shopping at them ever since.” Hobday recently opened her own thrift store, Community Thrift, at 120 Statesville Blvd. “I’ve been wanting to open my own for a number of years,” she said. Community Thrift has more than 5,770 articles of clothing for men, women, children and babies, including shoes, belts, men’s suits and women’s plus sizes. Everything in the store is very gently used, and some things are even brand new. “Some clothing on our racks still have the original price tags,” Hobday said. Shoes and shirts cost $3.50 each, dresses are $5 and belts are $2. Community Thrift also offers home goods, including furniture, dinnerware, golf clubs, small appliances and books. Paperback books are 75 cents each and hardback books are $1.50. Golf clubs and drivers range from $2 to $5.

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Smart money not locate him. People there turned it over to the state. Can you shed some light on this? Why did they change the policy number? And why have they not tried to contact us? — L.W. via e-mail

DEAR L.W.: From the point of view of the insurance company, while it has an obligation to try and seek out beneficiaries, there really is no advantage to it, and it also costs the company. That’s why after making whatever effort the law requires it simply turned the money over to the escheat division of state government (all states have an escheat

division), where unclaimed funds are there in perpetuity for someone with a legitimate claim on them. Even though 70 years have passed, you didn’t indicate how you came to know this, but I suspect that a company that does this kind of research contacted you, and, for a commission, it is going to put you in touch with the funds, which you will get the lion’s share of. If your lifestyle permits and there is enough money, use it for vacation or some extravagance that you ordinarily might or could not afford. DEAR BRUCE: My sister and I would like to know how you would bequeath an estate worth between $300,000 and $500,000? The heirs would be one daughter, in her late 50s, who is a saver/in-

vestor, and a granddaughter in her 30s, who is a shopper/spender. — R.N. via e-mail

DEAR R.N.: Be aware that there are likely no taxes on the estate. As to the heirs, is it your intent, and is it necessary, to divide the money equally between the two? It seems to me that the older person who is the saver/investor might very well have better use of the money than the shopper, your granddaughter. If you are very concerned about the loose spending habits of the granddaughter and you wish to leave her half of the estate, you could set up what is called a spend-

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As the economic horizon remains uncertain for many industries, one industry is starting to witness a return to growth: tourism. Tourism revenues in Salisbury and Rowan County are up 9 percent in the first quarter of 2010 compared the first quarter of 2009, and up a total of 11 percent since November of 2009. Figures were tracked by the Rowan County Tourism Development Authority. Much of the recent growth in the local tourism industry can be attributed to an increase in overnight visitors. The local hotel market has experienced some of the best months in years, with growth rates of 16.2 percent in December 2009 and 15.4 percent in Officials plan events on January 2010. “Our local market has interstates, benefited from aggressive other marketing by the Tourism locations, 2C Authority, new group business and a constant supply of hotel product,” said Krista Osterweil, general manager of the Hampton Inn in Salisbury. She also added that other destinations are dealing with “excessive hotel inventory,” which puts additional pressure on efforts to market their respective destinations. In Rowan County, hotels are responsible for generating more than $2 million a year in local and state tax revenues. Beyond an increase in overnight visitation, the Rowan County Tourism Development Authority has witnessed a significant increase in general visitation. As of April 30, the Tourism Authority has serviced the needs of 37,827 visitors, a 61 percent increase from the same period in 2009. The growth in visitors has come from all areas: leisure travel, group travel, meetings, conferences, day

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BUSINESS CALENDAR May 10 — Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours, Rowan Regional Medical Center/Novant, 612 Mocksville Ave., 5-7 p.m. Call 704-633-4221 for reservations 11 — Chamber small business counseling, Chamber, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Call 704-6334221 for appointment 14 — Chamber mayors meeting, Chamber, 8 a.m. 15 — Deadline for Leadership Rowan applications 17 — Chamber board of directors, Chamber, noon 18 — Chamber Business Council, Chamber, 9 a.m. 19 — Chamber Workforce Development Alliance, Chamber, 8 a.m. 20 — Chamber Leadership Rowan ‘Planning for 2010-11’ Day, Chamber, 8 a.m.-noon

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This is National Tourism Week, and destinations and tourism organizations around the state have organized events celebrating tourism and its impact. A day of events is also scheduled in Raleigh on May 18 and at North Carolina’s Welcome Centers Monday through Friday to celebrate the state’s tourism industry and to create better awareness of the industry’s contribution to the state’s economy. The Rowan County Tourism Development Authority Marketing Committee has organized a campaign to celebrate and promote tourism around the area. Along with destination partners from the North Carolina Transportation Museum, Patterson Farm, the Holiday Inn and the Hampton Inn, Tourism Authority staff will visit three of the North Carolina Welcome Centers during the week and directly target the traveling public. On Wednesday, Tourism Authority staff will be attending the Interstate 77 North Welcome Center celebration with tourism representatives from Statesville, Mooresville, Mount Airy, Old Salem, Winston-Salem and the Great Smoky Mountain

TOURISM FROM 1C trippers, arts, cultural and heritage travelers. There’s also been an increase in direct visitor inquiries from phone, e-mail, web and foot traffic to the visitor center. The Tourism Authority operates the SalisburyRowan County Visitor Center, 204 East Innes St. Michelle Patterson of Patterson Farms is board chair for the Tourism Authority. “The Tourism Authority Board is very pleased with the growth in visitation and especially in tourism revenues,” she said in a release. Patterson said the board remains cautiously optimistic that growth in tourism will continue. “It is wonderful that during National Tourism Week, the Tourism Authority is reporting positive economic numbers during a time when the economy is still facing many challenges,” Patterson said. National Tourism Week begins today and runs through Saturday. The Rowan County Board of Commissioners and the Salisbury City Council recently adopted resolutions declaring National Tourism Week in Salisbury and Rowan County. Patterson added the future of the local tourism industry

MONEY FROM 1C thrift trust, where the granddaughter will never see the principal of the trust, but it will pay her an amount — large or small, whichever you determine — that will consist of only interest or dividends, or a combination of interest, dividends and principal. In the latter arrangement, it’s very possible and indeed likely that eventually the trust will be exhausted but at least it will stop the woman involved from throwing the money away, which would very likely be contrary to what you would like to happen. You can also include in this trust that if she in any way takes legal action to bust the trust, the trust would cease instantly, and all monies will be given to the daughter. Whether that would hold up or not is another matter, but it would certainly give her pause in thinking about busting the trust. DEAR BRUCE: Ultimately, I realize I need to speak to an attorney, but I thought I’d ask you your opinion regarding a situation I’m currently dealing with. My property has a rear yard with a 6-foot wooden fence. Due to the layout of other properties, I have three neighbors whose properties abut mine. Two sections of the fence in my rear yard are falling down. I’ve sent letters to my neighbors offering to

Railroad. The I-77 North Welcome center serves more than 1 million visitors to the state each year. Authority staff will be distributing tourism information and promoting local sites, attractions and hotels, as well as handing out Patterson Farm strawberries and other refreshments. On Friday, the Holiday Inn of Salisbury and volunteers from the North Carolina Transportation Museum in Spencer will promote Rowan County at the Interstate 85 South Welcome Center with information, Patterson Farm strawberries and more. The I-85 South Welcome center serves 650,000 to 700,000 visitors annually. The Hampton Inn of Salisbury will continue Rowan County’s tourism presence during National Tourism week at the I-85 North Welcome Center along with representatives from the State Historic Sites and the Chambers of Commerce from Henderson, Warren and Gaston counties. The I-85 North Welcome Center greets more than 750,000 visitors annually. Hampton Inn staff will distribute tourism information on Salisbury-Rowan and will have Patterson Farm strawberries for visitors. “This is an excellent op-

portunity for SalisburyRowan County tourism partners to greet some of the visitors to our state, to inform them of all that SalisburyRowan County has to offer and to thank them for visiting North Carolina,” said Kelly Alexander, chairman of the Tourism Development Authority’s marketing committee. North Carolina will close out National Tourism Week with Tourism Day in Raleigh on May 18 with scheduled activities that feature tourism booths and displays in the N.C. Legislative Building from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and a VIP Reception at the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The North Carolina Tourism Industry Association has scheduled the “Tourism Day Extravaganza” to emphasize to lawmakers the importance of the tourism industry to the state, its tax base and its economy. The Rowan County Tourism Development Authority is an active part of the North Carolina Tourism Industry with involvement in the Destination Marketing Association of North Carolina, North Carolina Travel Industry Association and the North Tourism Education Foundation.

is promising and will be bolstered by the recent creation of the Salisbury Tourism Development Authority. “Simply put, there will be more resources dedicated to marketing Rowan County than ever before. The Salisbury Authority opens new avenues for continuing to grow and develop Rowan County’s tourism economy,” she said. Tourism as an industry is sometimes classified as a “first one in, first one out” industry. This refers to a common trend that tourism-related businesses and the jobs and revenues associated with the businesses are the first to feel the negative impact of a recession and are often the first to feel the impact of a recovery. James Meacham, Executive Director for the Tourism Authority noted that the Authority first began to see a drop in visitation and tourism revenue in March 2008, well before the economy dropped to its current levels. Meacham added that even though the Authority had to cut its operating budget, reduce visitor center hours, cut some staff wages and furlough days for full-time staff, it never cut its marketing budget and actually dipped into reserves to provide more marketing for the destination. “It reveals the commitment of the Tourism Board to remain focused on the core mission of bringing visitors to the local destination,”

Meacham said. “SalisburyRowan County is truly an authentic North Carolina destination and an excellent community to market to visitors.” Tourism and visitor spending in Rowan County generates an annual economic impact of more than $116 million, supports 1,150 local jobs, generates an annual payroll of $20.32 million and generates $9.9 million a year in state and local tax revenues, representing a tax savings of $230 per Rowan County household.

share the cost with them. I suggested a split of the costs. Three months passed. I sent a follow-up note and it has been now five months and still nothing. I’m starting to think they’re not interested. I’ve read that once someone touches a fence they set the precedent that they’re responsible for its maintenance going forward. I’d like to share the maintenance and financial cost with my neighbors, as we both would benefit from having a fence. I know of no dispute to the location, height or design of the fence. What’s your take? I realize I can just suck it up and buy a new fence if it’s that much of a big deal to me. Would I be positioning this well for myself in the future? John, California

DEAR JOHN: You are starting to think they aren’t interested? Seems to me they spelled it out in stainless steel. Given the fact that there are no disputes on locations etc., the obvious answer has to be, you can take the fence down and replace it on your own property. I don’t know any way that you can compel them to share the cost. Send your questions to: Smart Money, P.O. Box 2095, Elfers, FL 34680. E-mail to: bruce@brucewilliams.com. Questions of general interest will be answered in future columns. Owing to the volume of mail, personal replies cannot be provided.

plays in protecting an organization’s reputation, including an employees’ use of social media, the importance of monitoring this form of communication, components of a company’s social media policy, employee training on this subject and how to leverage social media during a crisis. Nearly 900 attendees from major retailers across the United States and Canada attended the three-day event.

cialize in relaxers, natural hair (dreads), biracial clients and cuts and color. Spencer Beauty and Barber shop is owned and operated by Carolyn Wagner. Also on staff is Sarah Baker Thompson, registered barber. The shop is open Tuesday through Saturday and welcomes walk-ins or Seniors can win free rent for life appointments. Spencer Beauty and Barber CONCORD — Crescent Heights retirement shop is at 512 South Salisbury Ave., Spencer community, 240 Branchview Drive NE in Conand the phone number is 704-603-4550. cord, is participating in Holiday Retirement’s national Swing into Spring promotion in which Cabarrus Senior Resource Link three lucky seniors will win free rent for life. The Cabarrus Senior Resource Link is Seniors who tour a Holiday Retirement having its monthly meeting Tuesday at 11:30 community before June 30 will be entered to a.m. win. The winners will be randomly selected The group is made up of professionals for offer good at more than 300 Holiday Rewho work with the senior population. Lunch tirement locations across North America. is provided and new members are wel- Monthly rent covers three chef-prepared comed. meals served daily, weekly housekeeping and Contact Susan Wear at Gentiva Home other services. Health, 704-933-1001, for reservations and Crescent Heights invites the public to an additional information. event May 21-23. Crescent Heights will be awarding a cruise for two to the Caribbean and other door prizes. For details, call CresKinzey speaks at conference cent Heights at 704-794-6248 or visit Ruth Kinzey, president of The Kinzey www.freerentforlife.com. Company, was recently a featured speaker at the Retail Industry Leaders Association Submit information about new businesses, (RILA) annual conference for loss preven- honors and management promotions to tion professionals in Dallas. bizbriefs@salisburypost.com. Include a dayKinzey spoke on the role social media time phone number.

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Drivers Wanted Full or part time. Req: Class A CDL, clean MVR, min. 25 yrs old w/3 yrs exp. Benefits: Pd health & dental ins., 401(k) w/match, pd holidays, vac., & qtrly. bonus. New equip. Call 704630-1160

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Welder/Pipe Fitter Specialty Chemical Manufacturer has opening for a Welder at its Salisbury facility. Experience in welding and fitting required. Experience with general maintenance a plus. Valid driver's license and High school diploma or equivalent required. Excellent benefits and compensation package. No phone calls please. Mail resume, with salary requirements to:

Innospec Active Chemicals Attn: HR Dept. PO Box 164 Spencer, NC 28159

MANUFACTURING / OPERATIONS NOW HIRING! Norandal USA, Inc. is currently seeking several utility operators for the Aluminum Rolling Mill. Applicants must have a HS Diploma or GED. Also seeking vocational training or technical certificate or a minimum of five years of industrial experience with a good mechanical and math skills. Qualified applicants may apply at the Employment Security Commission.

Part-Time CDL A Driver Clean MVR. NC/VA. Reply to: Driver, PO Box 3118 Salisbury, NC 28144

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Looking for a Place to Work That Feels Like a Real Job? PGT Industries has full-time positions to fill in manufacturing, glass processing and material handling. Positions require the candidates to handle physically demanding work. Individuals with construction, landscaping and previous manufacturing experience are desireable. Additional consideration will be given to candidates with prior window assembly, glass handling, or glass cutting experience. PGT requires four WorkKeys tests which can be completed at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Candidates can apply at: PGT located at 2121 Heilig Rd., Salisbury to apply in person.

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OTR drivers CDL-A and 3 yrs exp req'd. Clean MVR. Apply in person to Trinity Transport, 317 Green Needles Rd, Lexington. 336-956-6200 ENGINEERING TRD has a vacancy for a senior manager, chief engineer chassis engineering in our Salisbury location. Min req incl a BS deg in mechanical or aerospace engineering & at least 5 yrs exp w/a championship racing team. Exp. with team ops, weekend procedures, vehicle track testing prcedures & measurement methods, tire analysis & development, chassis structural and aero development, vehicle dynamics & simulation for race vehicles. Resumes to TRD_HR_Department@toyota.com with ref SP052010.

2 yrs. CDL-A experience. Great earning potential. Some runs home daily. Some layover runs. Low cost major medical. 401K and many other benefits. Apply in person at Salem Carriers, Inc., 191 Park Plaza Dr., Winston Salem, NC 27105 or online at www.salemcarriers.com. Call 1-800-709-2536 Healthcare

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Computer Armoire. $75. Glass Comp. Desk $30 704-239-3545

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

Tan Contemp. Loveseat, cotton fabric. Near new cond. $75. All-in-one oak desk $25. 980-234-6438

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No. 59898 Primax Construction, Inc. is encouraging Minority Businesses to participate in bidding the phases of construction of the Davie County E911 Center. Please obtain plans and specs from our web site: www.primaxconstruction.net. Bids should be submitted to our office via fax to 910-215-4591 or emailed to : bids@primaxconstruction.com no later than NOON, May 20th, 2010. No. 59899 VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT PUBLIC HEARING â&#x20AC;&#x201C; LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Public Law No. 100-647 S1013(a)(24)(A) (1988), the undersigned will hold public hearing on May 25th, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. At the location of the undersigned listed below to discuss its acquisition by lease purchase of: One (1) Pierce Fire Apparatus Mounted on a 2010 Contender, Custom Chassis and financial agreements related thereto. Approximate amount of issue: $446,208.00. All interested persons are invited to attend. In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and Official Seal at my office in Rockwell this 5th day of May, 2010. David E. Bost, Corporate Secretary, Rockwell Rural Fire Department, Inc., 320 Link St., Rockwell, NC 28318 No. 59896

Washer & dryer, upright. 1 piece. Excellent condition. You haul. $400. Call 704-603-8819

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Washer & dryer. Good condition. $125 each. Call 704-640-5750

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Rowan Salisbury Schools IDEA - Part B (611) Grant Public Notice The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part, Public Law 108.446) Project is presently being amended. The Project describes the special education programs that Rowan-Salisbury Schools proposes for Federal funding for the 20102011 School Year. Interested persons are encouraged to review amendments to the Project and make comments concerning the implementation of special education under this Federal Program. All comments will be considered prior to submission of the amended Project to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction in Raleigh, North Carolina. The IDEA-Part B Project is open to the public for review and comments during May 25 & 26, 2010 in the Office of Dr. Crystal Vail, Director of the Exceptional Children's Program located at 417 N. Main Street, Salisbury, North Carolina, 28144

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Kids blue Power Wheels Yamaha 4 wheeler with charger. Less than 10 hrs used. Looks and runs like new. $125. 704-637-1310

PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 2010-2011 The Rowan County Tourism Development Authority Board announces the following schedule for the PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 2010-2011 OPERATING YEAR: May 5, 2010 The Budget & Finance Committee will submit the proposed budget to the Rowan County Tourism Development Authority Board.

Lawn and Garden

June 9, 2010

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

The Rowan County Tourism Development Authority Board will hold a public hearing during the 12 Noon meeting to receive public comments on the proposed budget and possible budget adoption.

Lawn mowers. One 5.75hp, one 4.75hp. $85 each firm. 3 ton floor jack, $60 firm. 704-4314837. Leave message.

Machine & Tools

The June meeting will take place in the Gateway Building at 204 E Innes Street, Salisbury NC. The PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 2010-2011 OPERATING YEAR will be available after May 5, 2010 for public inspection in the Rowan County Convention & Visitors Bureau located on the first floor of the Gateway Building at 204 E Innes Street, Suite 120, Salisbury, NC. This 4th day of May 2010

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Homes for Sale

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.

FREE Home Sellers Seminar! May 11 at Chamber's Gateway Bldg, 204 E. Innes St. from 67:30 p.m. To reserve a spot call 704-633-5067 or go to www.applehouserealty.com

Misc For Sale 34" x 18" x 65" enter. center all dark wood. Great shape, $145. Call Scott 704-637-2322 36"x72" all wood custom bar / table / counter top. Like new, $175.00. Call Scott 704-637-2322 ANDERSON'S SEW & SO, Husqvarna, Viking Sewing Machines. Patterns, Notions, Fabrics. 10104 Old Beatty Ford Rd., Rockwell. 704-279-3647 Benches, wood. 4 – 6 ft. long, $14 each. 4 - 3 ft. long. $9 each. Call 704-431-4550

Bob Timberlake Print. “Mid-Day” Framed, signed, and numbered. Valued at $1,225. Asking $500. 704-938-3137 Carowinds 2 tickets Regular admission price $50. Value $100. Call 704-630-9286 Complete "Island of Sodor" Thomas track set (blue). Access. included. $100.00. 704-855-3669 Games. 2 cornhole game boards & 8 canvas bags. $90. Please call 704-8577186 for more info. Generator, Testmark, 3300 watt, $200. Coleman Powermast PSI prressure washer, $150. Call 704-636-0001. Hospital bed with trapeze bar, other accessories. $500 cash only. 704-857-3257 Hospital bed. Invacare motorized hospital bed. $200. Please call 704636-0001 for more info. Hummel Club figurine I Brought You a Gift. 4”. Mint condition. $60. call 704-630-9286 METAL: Angle, Channel, Pipe, Sheet & Plate Shear Fabrication & Welding FAB DESIGNS 2231 Old Wilkesboro Rd Open Mon-Fri 7-3:30 704-636-2349

Free Stuff I will haul away riding mowers, tillers, go carts, golf carts or any outdoor power equip. Free! 704-647- 0036

Lost & Found Found dog. Approx. 1 year old male terrier. White, extremely friendly and good with kids. Has had some training. Don't want to take to the pound. If owner not found, free to good home. Call 336-655-3201 Found Dog. Border Collie on Stokes Ferry Rd near Providence Ch Rd. Call 704 305-2307-2306 to identify. Lost cat. Black & white, male. Neutered. Maupin Ave. area on 4/6. Named “Jess.” 704-431-4043

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Lost cat. Orange, longhaired male. Julian Rd. area. Very fat with fluffy tail. Answers to “Rowdy.” If found, please call 704213-2749. LOST DOG! Dach/Pom Red, long hair, male. No collar. 1 yr old. Friendly, named Harry. Long Ferry Rd. May 5. If found call Leann or Stacy at 704-603-4265

LOST Lost Beagle/Dachsund mix, black and tan, 8 mos old, male, no collar, Friday, 4/30 Phaniel Church Rd in Rockwell area. 704-855-1118 or 704-798-4592

Monument & Cemetery Lots Cemetery plots, 2 avail. in Rowan Memorial Park. Fountain area. $2,000 for both. 336-284-2505

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UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Alexander Place. 2 to choose. You may still have time to pick your colors on these new homes! 3 BR, 2 BA, living/dining room combo. Call for details. 49550, 49551. B&R Realty 704633-2394

China Grove. 3 BR, 2 BA. Home built in 2005. Priced at only $109,900 R49991 B&R Realty 704.633.2394

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Apartments & Condos for Sale Salisbury

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Gorgeous Historic Condo in the Heart of Salisbury's Premier Historic District. Must see to believe! 319 West Horah St., Fairmont Terrace. 704-202-0091. MLS#929946

Spencer C. Lane Construction-Quality Home Builder Custom & Spec Homes 704-633-4005

3 Commercial Coffee Makers. Perfect for restaurants. Works great. $275 for all 3. Salisbury 704-202-8642

I'll Buy Any House

INVESTOR SPECIAL 4980 Mt. Hope Church Rd. House & 5 acres in East Rowan. Single or multi-family. $99,995. Will finance 20%. Great deal for rehabbers. Thousands below market won't last! 704-202-9650 or email: cyclewrench02@yahoo.com

ACREAGE

Richfield, 3 BR, 2 BA, 1650 sq ft, vinyl siding, 10.49 acres, 2 car garage, den with gas logs, creek, some fencing, dog lot, Located near High Rock Dam. Priced Below Tax Value! $169,900 R50193 Penny Sides, B&R Realty 704.640.3555

FSBO. Woodleaf Road 3BR, 1.5BA, 1367 sqft. Completely renovated. Hardwood floors. 1 Acre lot. Woodleaf Elementary close by. $108,000 closing cost paid. 704213-3105 or 704-7985635 Granite Quarry/Salisbury

15" Konka LCD flat screen television. Good condition. $100.00 Salisbury, 704-202-8642 36 inch Flat Screen TV very good condition (bought lcd) $200.00 704-754-7262, Landis.

Want to Buy Merchandise AA Antiques. Buying anything old, scrap gold & silver. Will help with your estate or yard sale. 704-433-1951. All Coin Collections Silver, gold & copper. Will buy foreign & scrap gold. 704-636-8123 Timber wanted - Pine or hardwood. 5 acres or more select or clear cut. Shaver Wood Products, Inc. Call 704-278-9291.

Ashland Place. 1153 Greenheather Dr. 3BR, 2½BA. Great home with lots of extras!! Immaculate condition. Price reduced. Call today. MLS #49114. USDA financing still available. Teresa Rufty, TMR Realty, Inc. (704) 4332582 www.tmrdevelop.com

Lovely Home

AVON - Buy or Sell Call Lisa 1-800-258-1815 or Tony 1-877-289-4437 thebennetts1@comcast.net

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1203 Overhill Rd. in Woodfield (off Old Mocksville Rd.) 3BR, 2BA, sunroom, large living room w/gas log fireplace. Hardwood & tile floors. Recent improvements have made this lovely 1,800+ sq. ft. home better than new! A must see! Near hospitals, Catawba College. $179,500. 704-798-1013

Investment Property

Salisbury. A must see! Seller Motivated! Private Setting! Handicap accessible! Lots of room! Breezeway leads to oversized detached garage! $219,900. Call Debbie Prachel with ERA Premier Realty at 336.909.1284! Faith. 1145 Long Creek. 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 2 Bonus Rooms. Master on main, Hardwood and ceramic tile floors. Storage everywhere. $219,900. Kerry, Key Real Estate 704-857-0539. Directions: Faith Rd to L on Rainey. R into Shady Creek.

Two commercial bldgs., four 2BR apts., all rented. 10% down, will finance balance, price $300K 704-202-5879

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Beautifully Remodeled And Newly Landscaped Home!

3BR/1½ BA brick home. Kitchen, D/R, L/R + bonus room. All new stainless steel appliances, new washer & dryer, cement drive, new roof, H/W floors in kitchen, D/R & hall, rest of house has new carpet. $129,900. Owner will pay closing costs. 704-202-2343

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

365 D. Earnhardt Rd., Rockwell, East Rowan - 3 BR, 2 Baths, Located on 3.11 acres, Large rooms with great closet/storage space, oversized garage. A definite must see!! Priced in the 200s !! MLS #50302 Teresa Rufty, TMR Realty, Inc. www.tmrdevelop.com (704) 433-2582

380 Granny's Pl. 1,700 sq. ft. ranch on 10 acs in quiet community off Needmore Rd. Entire tract fenced w/16' cedar gated driveway. 3BR, 1½BA. Maintenance free floors. 40 year metal roof, vinyl siding, roomy garage w/ automatic door, energy efficient heat pump, central air. Concrete slab. Newly dug well. $175,000 $160,000 but we are open to offers. Motivated seller. 336-998-3510 or 336-407-3510

Homes for Sale

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Granite Quarry. 4 BR, 3 BA, cul-de-sac location, fenced back yard. Built in 2004. Over 2100 sq ft. $219,900 R49697 B&R Realty 704.633.2394

Salisbury, 946 Fairmont Avenue. $8,000 tax credit + good credit = 0 down + payments lower than rent. 4BR/2BA brick, stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer, screened porch, fenced yard. $97,000. 704-633-1311

Salisbury. 1 mile from Millbridge Elementary. 4BR, 2BA. Doublewide on 1 acre private lot. Approx. 1,640 sq. ft. New carpet. Open floor plan. Very spacious. Kitchen has parquet floors, ceramic sinks in baths & kitchen. Large bedrooms w/walk-in closets. Dish and cable available. Dishwasher, refrigerator & stove. $79,900. 704-857-9495 or 704-223-1136

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2110 Chantilly Lane, Olde Salisbury. Hurry! Get $8,000 tax credit. Cute 3BR, 2BA. 2-car garage. Very nice area w/ payments as low as $724/mo. Financing Avail. No closing costs! Vickie 704-213-3537

3 BR, 1½ BA, 1100 sq. ft., remodeled kitchen, energyefficient windows, new carpet throughout, 24x36 double garage with attic storage & fan. Large backyard perfect for garden, pool or fun and games! Directions: Hwy 52 South, turn left between Dollar General and old Winn-Dixie store, 1st house on left after passing Dunns Mtn Baptist Church. $124,900! Call Cathy Griffin at 704-213-2464.

CUTE AS A BUTTON

Davis Farm - One of the last exterior lots available - 613 Fly Fisher Drive is .95 acres and is cleared and ready to build. Trees on the rear of the property offer great privacy. Perk is on file - Definitely a wonderful lot for your new dream home. MLS # 50324 Teresa Rufty, TMR Realty, Inc. (704) 433-2582

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

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New Listing 1320 Rachel Lane. Over 2,100 sf - 4 BR 2 Bath Great Room, Kitchen/ Dining Combo, Den Large Master BR and Bath with huge walk in closet. Convenient to I-85 for that easy commute! $123,700 with $3,500 in closing costs. Certified for FHA financing. MLS #49776. Teresa Rufty, TMR Realty, Inc. 704433-2582

Salisbury

Woodleaf

Salisbury, 4 BR, 2.5 BA brick with some wood floors, fresh paint, some new windows, private backyard, nice patio, shop in basement. Well maintained. R49360 $149,900 Penny Sides, B&R Realty 704.640.3555

West Rowan. 3BR, 2½BA. Newly remodeled 2 story. Vinyl siding w/ shutt-ers. Approx. 1,600-1,800 sq.ft. Garage with opener. Kitchen w/new appliances, energy efficient windows, new flooring hardwood/car-pet. New heat/AC unit, Trane. Big backyard w/20x 20 deck, wired storage bldg 16x20, playground. Schools: Hurley, SE, West. $165,000. Call Ron 704-636-4887

Wonderful rustic log home, 1+ acre lot, wrap around porch, 3BR + loft, 2½BA, master down. Master bath w/garden tub + stand up shower, dual sinks. Great country living convenient to interstate. $189,900. (980) 521-7816

West Rowan - 401 Primrose - Perfect for that growing family!! 3,700+sf, .8 acres, 6 BR, 4 1/2 baths, large rooms, lots of storage, tile throughout. Priced in the 200s - Seller offering $2,000 in closing costs. USDA 100% Financing still available MLS #49584 - Teresa Rufty, tmrdevelop.com TMR Realty, Inc. (704) 433-2582

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

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Rockwell. Nothing to compare in this price range! 3BR, 2BA, hardwoods, home has been taken down to studs, new sheetrock, new cabinets, granite, stainless appliances. Property qualifies for USDA. R50128A $119,900 B&R Realty Call Monica 704-245-4628. Still have time for $8,000 tax credit.

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Homes for Sale

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$8,000 & $6,500 Tax Rebates Now Available for Home Buyers. For info go to: www.applehouserealty.com

New Home

Salisbury

Landis, 402 S. Beaver St. 2BR. Fresh paint, thermal windows, fireplace with gas logs, utility room, attached garage, 12 x 16 finished office/shop bldg. behind home w/electricity & cable. Great neighbors in older, established neighborhood, nearby park and tennis court, 2 blocks from town. $74,900. 704-857-0094

See stars

Completely remodeled. 3BR, 2BA. Owners will pay closing costs. 1202 Bell St., Salisbury. $118,000. Call for appointment 704-637-6567

New Construction Granite Quarry, secluded home on approx. 10 acres. Remodeled 4 BRs, 2.5 Bas, wood floors, granite countertops, 2 rock fpls., wet bar - much more. Call for more details. R49106. $341,000 Penny Sides B&R Realty 704-640-3555

Homes for Sale

Rockwell

Cleveland - 4 BR, 2BA colonial on one acre+ lot. Owner has done most of the remodeling for you. 12x24 outbuilding, large deck and above ground pool. Hardwood floors thourghout. New vinyl siding, windows etc. Call today! $159,900 Dream Weaver Properties of NC LLC www.dreamweaverprop.com 704-906-7207

BEAUTIFUL/ ACREAGE

Watches – Men's Old Watches and/or parts and scrap gold jewelry. 704-636-9277 or cell 704-239-9298

Business Opportunities

Gold Hill area. 3BR, 1BA. 1,123 sq. ft. living area. Hardwood floors, partial basement, storage building. Large lot. 2.03 acres. East/Rockwell schools. $85,000. Call Glenn 704279-5674 / 704-267-9439

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Homes for Sale

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Homes for Sale

Wood splitter, heavy duty. $800. 1952 8N Ford trac-tor. Good condition w/box blade. $2,300. 704-857-3690

Restaurant Equipment

Investor's Special! House & 2 free lots in nice part of Historic Spencer, 501 6th St., single or multifamily. Great for Rehabbers, thousands below market. Won't last. $49,500. Will finance 20%. 704-202-9650

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Salisbury

New Listing

Home Builders Used building for sale 12' x 16' metal with wood frame. Like new, used lightly and will sell for much less than new retail cost. Can be seen at 250 Auction Dr at Webb Rd exit off of 85 south Please call Bobby @ 704-798-0634

Motivated seller!

Move in Ready! Salisbury, Adorable bungalow close to shopping and I-85. Two bedrooms one bath with a nice lot. Home has been remodeled and is charming. Dream Weaver Properties of NC LLC 704-906-7207

New swimming pool in box. 12' x 30'' with pump and filter. $50. 336-7513396 STEEL, Channel, Angle, Flat Bars, Pipe Orders Cut to Length. Mobile Home Truss- $6 ea.; Vinyl floor covering- $3.85 yd.; Carpet- $5.75 yd.; Masonite Siding 4x8- $15.50. RECYCLING, Top prices paid for Aluminum cans, Copper, Brass, Radiators, Aluminum. Davis Enterprises Inc. 7585 Sherrills Ford Rd. Salisbury, NC 28147 704-636-9821

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KANNAPOLIS-3 BR 2 bath. Nice neighborhood. NEW APPRAISAL ON FILE. Storage shed. Great location . Convenient to I-85 and Research Campus $119,000 #932716 Jim 704-223-0459. Key Real Estate Inc.

Land for Sale Off River Rd. Near High Rock. 1.89 acres. Well & septic tank. ½ mi. to boat ramp. 25' camper hooked up to water & sewer. $35,000. 704-857-3690 W. Rowan 1.19 acs. Old Stony Knob Rd. Possible owner financing. Reduced: $19,900. 704-640-3222 Woodleaf/Cleveland Area

1.2 acre lot, 200 ft. road frontage, corner of Hobson and Cool Springs Road. Will perk. $14,500 OBO. 704-4269574 or 704-310-7066. Ask for Eric

25 Acres Beautiful Land for Sale by Owner 1 Hr to/from Charlotte, NC nr Cleveland & Woodleaf and 3 Interstates: I-40, I77, I-85. Restricted, no mobile or mod. Very rural, mostly wooded. Good hunting, deer, small game. Frontage on Hobson Rd. Interior very secluded, a real sanctuary from cities. Needs to be sold this year. Owner phone: 336-766-6779, or E-mail to: hjthabet@cs.com See photos and directions at: http://NCHorseCountryFarmland.com

Homes for Sale

Lots for Sale

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CHINA GROVE 3 or 4 BR, 2 ful BA, Living Room, Den, Sunroom, Huge kitchen with bamboo flooring and lots of cabinets. Laundry room, usable basement, expandable floored attic, garage, carport. $159,900 #50200 Barbara 704-857-0539 Key Real Estate Inc. www.keyreal-estate.com

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Homes for Sale

Granite Quarry

South Rowan. Take advantage of lower land costs and interest rates! All lots in the new Brookleaf subdivision have been reduced to builder's cost! Five lots from .94 to 3.6 acres. Near Salis., Mooresville, Concord. Wooded & basement lots are available-builders are welcome. Teresa Rufty TMR Development 704-433-2582 www.tmrdevelop.com

Manufactured Home Sales

WOODFIELD

$49,900.00 HOME AND LAND. Please call (888)350-0035 Salisbury, 3 BR, 2 BA, 1860 sq ft, Brick/Vinyl, great room with gas log fireplace, dining room, custom kitchen cab, tile in kitchen, sunroom. R49715 $178,500 Penny Sides, B&R Realty 704.640.3555

4BR/3BA in Timber Run. Approx. 4,000 SF brick home in established neighborhood, oversized 2 car garage, bonus room, walk-in closet in master BR, beautiful hardwood floors, porcelain tiles in kitchen, 2 gas log fireplaces, fenced in back yard, finished walk-out basement, storage area, workshop, & generator. E. Rowan Schools. Mins. away from I-85 & shopping $369,000. Call Tina at 980-234-2881

Dogs

$500 Down moves you in. Call and ask me how? Please call (704) 225-8850 1997 2BR, 2BA. Ex. condition. FP, porch & deck. $22,500. Retirees welcome. 704-279-3265

Dogs

Free puppy. Chow & Austrailian Shepherd mix. To good home only. Call 704-603-4729

Cats Free kittens and cats need home. For more information call 336-4694856 Free kittens. 6 weeks old Maine coon mix. 1 is calico, 2 tabbies. To good home. 704-223-1508. Free kittens. 7 weeks old Sweet, funny & litter trained! 2 males ~ black & tabby. 1 female tabby. 704-279-1287

Free puppies. Lab / Huskey mix, 7 wks old, two males and one female. 704-279-8406

Pit bull. Female, 1 year old. Free to a good home. Call 704-431-3340 for more information.

Free puppies. Lab and Husky mix. 6 wks old ready for a home. 704-856-1520 lvg msg. Free puppies. Puppies need a home. Call 336469-4856 for more information.

Puppies. Miniature Schnauzers, female pups, 11 weeks old, salt and pepper, and black. No papers. $400 cash! 704-633-5065

Puppy Love

Puppies. Standard Poodles. Rare & beautiful (Phantom markings), AKC, UTD shots. $800. 704-8577522

Puppies. Alaskan Malamutes. 3 males, 5 females. Ready for new homes. $350 each. Call David 704-492-7901

Other Pets $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Back by popular demand! 20% off dentals during the month of April Must be current on vaccines. Rowan Animal Clinic. 704-636-3408 for appointment.

Beagle Puppies. Champion bloodline. Will make excellent hunting stock or pets. Parents on site. $75. 704-278-1830 Free puppies, Lab/Austrailian Shepherd/Boxer mix. 1 male left. 12 weeks. UTD on shots, wormed. Please call 336998-4434 or 336-6553157.

Puppies. Chihuahua, CKC registered. Very cute. Have had 1st shots and deworming. Parents on site. Home raised. $250-$300. Please call 704-279-3119 or 704640-6596

Free to good home, female brown and white puppy. She needs someone who has the time and space to spend with her. 704-239-5468

Little Beauties!

Dogs AKC Yellow Labs. 1 Male, 1 Female. 7 weeks old. Parents on site. $300. Call 336-413-1538

Woodleaf (Covington Heights), 602 Lockshire Lane, all brick, 3BR/2BA, enclosed & screened in breezeway, large deck in back overlooking woods, double garage, pull down stairs with floored in storage above garage, wrap around porch, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, master BR w/walk-in closet & BA w/separate shower & tub. $149,900. MOVE IN READY! 704-278-9779

Land for Sale

High Rock Lake, Cute waterfront log home that has 75' water frontage. Beautiful waterfront view! 1 1/2 story home in Summer Place. Roof painted 3 yrs ago. Dale Yontz B&R Realty 704.202.3663

Puppies. Toy poodles. AKC. Very smart, very cute! 2 males. Chocolate, & Cafe Au Lait. All shots & wormed. Parents on site. Champion blood lines. $430 ea. 704-278-4609

Supplies and Services Rabies Clinic Sat. May 8th 8am-12pm. Vaccines $10 ea. Salisbury Animal Hospital 1500 E. Innes St. 704-637-0227 salisburyanimalhospital.com

Call Curt LeBlanc today for Free Estimates

Drywall Services

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Job Seeker meeting at 112 E. Main St., Rockwell. 6:30pm Mondays. Auction every Saturday at 7pm. KEN WEDDINGTON Total Auctioneering Services 140 Eastside Dr., China Grove 704-8577458 License 392 R. Giles Moss Auction & Real Estate-NCAL #2036. Full Service Auction Company. Estates ** Real Estate Had your home listed a long time? Try selling at auction. 704-782-5625 www.gilesmossauction.com

Rowan Auction Co. Professional Auction Services: Salis., NC 704-633-0809 Kip Jennings NCAL 6340. Tony McBride Auction Your Full Service Auction Co. One Piece/Entire Estate. 704-791-5625. NCAL 6894 www.piedmontauction.com

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

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

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

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

Bath, Kitchen, Decks & Roofs! Interior and Exterior Remodeling & Repairs! H&H Construction 704-633-2219 www.hhconstruction19.com

Junk Removal

Brisson - HandyMan Home Repair, Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, etc. Insured. 704-798-8199

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ We Buy Any Type of Scrap Metal At the Best Prices...

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

Guaranteed!

Garages, new homes, remodeling, roofing, siding, back hoe, loader 704-6369569 Maddry Const Lic G.C.

Anthony's Scrap Metal Service. Top prices paid for any type of metal or batteries. Free haul away. 704-433-1951

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

CASH FOR JUNK CARS And batteries. Call 704-279-7480 or 704-798-2930 WILL BUY OLD CARS Complete with keys and title, $150 and up. (Salisbury area only) R.C.'s Garage & Salvage 704-636-8130 704-267-4163

Want to sell quickly? Try a border around your ad for $5!

Financial Services “We can remove bankruptcies, judgments, liens, and bad loans from your credit file forever!” The Federal Trade Commission says companies that promise to scrub your credit report of accurate negative information for a fee are lying. Under federal law, accurate negative information can be reported for up to seven years, and some bankruptcies for up to ten years. Learn about managing credit and debt at ftc.gov/credit.

Kitchen and Baths

Reface your existing cabinets and make them look like new at half the cost. We also build custom cabinets – call for more info and free estimate! 30 years experience.

Home Improvement

Lawn Equipment Repair Services

Professional Services Unlimited

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

Lawn Maint. & Landscaping

A message from the Salisbury Post and the FTC. Perry's Overhead Doors Sales, Service & Installation, Residential / Commercial. Wesley Perry 704-279-7325 www.perrysdoor.com

We Build Garages, 24x24 = $12,500. All sizes built! ~ 704-633-5033 ~

Child Care and Nursery Schools

Grading & Hauling Beaver Grading Quality work, reasonable rates. Free Estimates 704-6364592

Brown's Landscape & Backhoe Bush hogging, tilling for gardens & yards. Free Est. 704-224-6558

NC Licensed General Contractor. 36 years experience. Quality Work. Reasonable prices. 704-633-3584 www.professional servicesunltd.com

Home Improvement Apple House Construction Co.

Cleaning Services C.R. General Cleaning Service. Comm. & residential. Insured, Bonded. Spring Cleaning Specials! 704-433-1858 www.crgeneral.com

Kitchens, baths, additions, decks, garages, roofing, etc. Call Dale Litaker 704-633-5067 704-647-4774

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

Painting and Decorating AFFORDABLE RATES WOODIE'S PAINTING INC., Residential & Churches 704-637-6817

For all your roofing needs, call Medina. Quality roofs, seamless gutters & roof repairs. Insured. Call now for your free estimate! 704-309-0203

Medina Construction

FREE ESTIMATES!

3 Mowing 3 Seeding 3 Fertilizing 3 Aerating 3 Trimming Bushes 3 Pressure Washing 704-636-3415 704-640-3842 www.earlslawncare.com

The Floor Doctor

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

Outdoors by overcash Mowing, Mulching, Leaf Removal. Free Estimates. 704-630-0120 Steve's Lawn Care We'll take care of all your lawn care needs!! Great prices. 704-603-4114/704-431-7225

Eddleman's Landscape Services For all your landscape needs. Free estimates Patios, walkways, fences, retaining walls, plantings, mulch, drainage, lighting NC LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR 1589 704-630-1126 H 704-267-8694

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

Upholstery

Home Improvement HMC Handyman Services No Job too Large or Small. Please call 704-239-4883

SATURDAY, MAY 15 • 10AM REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF THE LATE JOHNNY W. BAME JR. AND WIFE EVELYN TREXLER BAME, BOTH DECEASED, AT HOMEPLACE

12650 US 52 Hwy, Gold Hill, NC (between Gold Hill & Rockwell)

REAL ESTATE — Real neat well kept & maintained 2 bedroom brick home, 10+/- acres, 5+ acres in pasture w/pond, barn; detached garage/shop/storage building.

OPEN HOUSE (TODAY) SUNDAY, MAY 9 FROM 4-6PM

PERSONAL PROPERTY — Guns - Gold & Silver Coins - Antiques Household - Shop & Other Items

Go to website for terms, listing & pictures

Ned Huneycutt Auction

704-982-8051, NCAL 396 www.nedhuneycuttauction.com

For complete, full-time professional auction and real estate services, give us a call!!!

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Monday, May 17, 2010 5PM 211 W. Ketchie Street, China Grove, NC

REAL ESTATE TERMS: A $5000 non-refundable down payment in certified funds day of sale. Balance in 30 days at closing. Sold “as is” with no warranties other than a clear title at closing. 10% buyer’s premium. Sold with no contingencies, so buyer should have financing in place prior to auction. All info deemed from reliable sources, but buyer should verify info and inspect to his satisfaction prior to auction. Announcements made at sale time take precedence over any printed materials.

R. GILES MOSS AUCTION & REAL ESTATE NCAL # 2036 SCAL # 003870R NCREL # 62757 Ben Moss - NCAL # 7225 Thomas Moss - NCAL # 8310 704-782-5625 WEBSITE: www.gilesmossauction

SPRING SPECIAL! Ranch exteriors starting at $500 with paint. Residential/commercial Free estimates. Insured. 704-798-0909

ROOFING Stoner Painting Contractor

u Framing u Siding u Storm Repair

• 25 years exp. • Int./Ext. painting • Pressure washing • Staining • Insured & Bonded 704-239-7553

Local, Licensed & Insured

704-791-6856 www.insuranceroofclaim.com

Pools and Supplies Bost Pools – Call me about your swimming pool. Installation, service, liner & replacement. (704) 637-1617

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

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(704) 797-4220 To advertise in this directory call

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

704-797-4220

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Septic Tank Service

TO ADVERTISE CALL

SEAMLESS GUTTER Licensed Contractor C.M. Walton Construction, 704-202-8181

David Miller Septic Tank Co. Installation/ Repairs “Since 1972” 704-279-4400 or 704-279-3265

SolarGlobalVentures www.solarglobalventures.com We specialize in clean energy solutions & environmentally friendly products for your home or business

Tree Service

Roofing and Guttering

AAA Trees R Us Bucket Truck Chipper Stump Grinding Free Estimates

Eco-friendly gift ideas to complete grid-tie & off-grid renewable energy systems!

The latest in solar & wind power technology!

704-239-1955

V Roofing & Siding V Additions & Decks V Windows & Doors V In Business 35 Years V I've Got You Covered

Let's Talk...it's Free!

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

For Ultimate Termite Protection & Other Pests

I Cut, You Clean! Finn's Tree Trimming Please call 704-200-0858

dust bunnies Friendly cleaning service for residential and commercial properties. At reasonable prices! No job too big or too small!

336-909-0658 or 336-284-4163 704-213-8415

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Plummer & Sons Tree Service, free estimates. Reasonable rates, will beat any written estimate 15%. Insured. Call 704-633-7813.

www.bowenpaintingnc.com

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

Wood floor leveling, jacks installed, rotten wood replaced due to water or termites, brick/block/tile work, foundations, etc. 30 YEARS EXP. 704-933-3494

ESTATE AUCTION

980-581-1622, NCAL 5557 www.chucknanceauction.com

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

TREE WORKS by Jonathan Keener. Insured – Free estimates! Please call 704-636-0954.

CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

Granite & solid surface for kitchens & baths, cultured marble vanity tops, tubs & enclosures, standard & custom walk-in showers.

Nance Auction

FREE ESTIMATES! LOWEST PRICES!

Bowen Painting Interior and Exterior Painting 704-630-6976

Wife For Hire Inc.,

Call us and Get Results!

FQuality & Experience 704-640-5154

Earl's Lawn Care

Lawn Maint. & Landscaping Quality remodeling and repairs at prices you can afford.

Affordable Roofing

Tree Service

Heating and Air Conditioning

Nanny Available for vacation, couples night, shopping time. Call for information for extended times. Also have exper w/ autistic children & food allergies. 704-640-4485

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

DJ's Service: Mowing & Lawncare plus bushog, mulching, tree removal, grading & hauling. 704857-2568 /or 798-0447

Grading, Clearing, Hauling, and Topsoil. Please Call 704-633-1088

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

We will come to you! F David, 704-314-7846

Roofing and Guttering

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All types concrete work ~ Insured ~ NO JOB TOO SMALL!

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

Manufactured Home Services

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We also clean GREEN!

A U C T I O N Saturday, May 15, 2010 10:00 AM

704-633-2938 www.chamberlainext.com

AUCTION

Real Estate & Personal Property of Carl M. Overcash Estate (living) and Personal Property of others.

Saturday, May 15th • 10AM 1189 Triplett Rd., Cleveland, NC 27013

PERSONAL PROPERTY from the ESTATE of George A. Blackwelder (deceased)

LOCATION: From Cleveland, NC at the Shopping Center, take Amity Road 5.6 Miles to Triplett Rd, turn left, property short distance on left.

1135 Mt. Hope Church Rd., Salisbury, NC

8+ Acres, House, Barn and other Outbuildings Real Estate Offered By: Piedmont Auction & Realty Vinyl Siding House with 3 bedrooms and bath, 1582 sq. ft. living space, heat pump, plus 2-car garage, well. 418 ft. road frontage on Triplett Road, Good Topography.

Real Estate Sells First @ 10:AM

From N Hwy 29 –turn on Mt Hope Church Rd, crossing tracks and I-85, sale is on right immediately pass Blackwelder Rd. Watch for signs. Old Pie Safe w tin front & drawers; old oak 3-drawer dresser; cider mill; Damaserus Treadle Sewing Machine; old dresser w mirror & candle holders (made by P.F. Sloop); old oak 3-drawer dresser w mirror; old oak harvest table; old baby cradle; Meister upright piano; small pegged table w tapered legs; Duncan Phyfe piecrust table; mahogany pedestal table; Solaire power wheel chair; parlor set; oak spindle leg table; old granny rocker; old flat-top trunk; child rocker; old straight chairs, pegged; old metal high chair; bassinet; power lift chair; manual hospital bed; GE dryer; Whirlpool washer; wheel chair; walkers; old car tags-‘32,’47,’48,’56,…; old cotton scales; Rowan Dairy bottle; Montgomery dairy bottle; Coble Dairy bottle; green ½ gal jars; oak dining table; double tin washtub stand; 40” range; Whirlpool 5000 air conditioner; spindle press back rocker; black pot; pottery jugs; blue Carnival glass pitcher & bowl; 2-door wardrobe; 3-drawer dresser; oak washstand base; oval-top wood trunk; Boston rocker; Ashley wood heater; Columbia wood heater; Tarheel wood heater; Dexter single wringer washer; Hoosier cabinet; wood porch set; 1-horse wagon; 2-horse wagon; horse-drawn riding cultivator; horse-drawn mower; horsedrawn rake; hay trailer; Esso, Phillip 66. Pennzoil cans; old tins; old bottle; 2-disc Allis Chalmers plow; quilts; drawknife; old jars; corn sheller; 2-man crosscut saws; single trees; double trees; and many more items. ANNOUNCEMENTS ON SALE DAY TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ALL OTHER ADVERTISING. Food will be available - Not Responsible For Accidents or Theft Terms of Sale by Cash or Good In-State Check All Sales Final – No Buyer Premium Sale Conducted by

KEN WEDDINGTON AUCTION & REAL ESTATE 140 Eastside Drive, China Grove NC 28023 For Information Phone (704) 857-7458 or (704) 647-1022 Larry Brown NCAL 812 Ken Weddington NCAL 392 Dennis Weddington NCAL 5147 Darry Weddington NCAL 9050 check auctionzip.com auctioneer #4568 C46758

Property Inspection/Open House: SUNDAY MAY 9, 2 til 4PM or By Appointment. Real Estate Terms: The property will be offered for sale to the highest bidder for cash, who shall be required to deposit five percent (5%) of the purchase price at the time of sale as a good faith deposit. The property is being sold "as is, where is" with no warranties or guaranties, express or implied, by the Commissioner or any of his agents. The property is being sold subject to all liens and encumbrances, all easements, including the septic tank easement of Bradley S. and Wanda A. Hall as shown on plat. The sale shall be held open for upset bids for ten (10) days after filing of the Report for Sale. The sale shall also be subject to confirmation by the Court and to all other laws affecting such sales.

Real Estate Handled By: Piedmont Auction & Realty Bob Cline NCAL #370 ~ NCBL#7328 704-872-8585 www.piedmontauction.com Personal Properties to Include: Tractors-5000Ford, 950 JD 4x4, 2610 Long w/loader, 16’ Tandem Trailer, NH 269 Baler, NH Rake, Kuhn Tedder/Rake, Mowers, Box Blade, other farm eq. PLUS, Furniture, Antiques, 20+ Guns, Collectibles, & More!! TERMS: Cash, Good Check, M/C, Visa day of sale. 10% Buyer’s Premium. All items sold “As Is” Personal Property By: Perry Auction Co. Inc. Statesville, NC NCAFL #7553 704-871-8353 www.perryauction.net

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GRANT'S SERVICE & REPAIR Get your air conditioner serviced now and be ready for the summer. Licensed & Insured. Call 704-633-0753

Home Improvement

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Air Conditioning and Heating

Home Improvement

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Concrete Work

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FIND IT SELL IT RENT IT in the Classifieds

Manufactured Home Sales American Homes of Rockwell Oldest Dealer in Rowan County. Best prices anywhere. 704-279-7997

Resort & Vacation Property

Mountain Getaways

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

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

Deer Park Apts. Cleveland, NC. Now accepting applications. No application free. Free rent. 704-278-4340 Sect 8 accepted.

1+ Acres $9,900 F 5 Acres $34,900 Located near Boone & West Jefferson, NC. Big Mountain Views, Trout Stream, Gated Entrance near the New River. Call 888.952.5396 Ext. 100

Manufactured Home Sales

Wanted: Real Estate

COUNTRY LIVING

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

Apartments

Divorce Forces Sale New Construction Must Sacrifice. Call 704-6223996

1, 2, & 3 BR Huge Apartments, very nice. $375 & up. 704-890-4587

Must sell. 3BR, 2BA. 1680 sqft. Private 2 acres. Close to lake. Call (704)986-2620

2 BR, 1 BA Eaman Park Apts. Near Salisbury High. $375/mo. Newly renovated. No pets. 704-798-3896

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

403 Carolina Blvd. Duplex For Rent. 2BR,1BA. $500/Mo. Call 704-2798467 or 704-279-7568

We need used singlewides and doublewides. Call for info 336-529-2399

Airport Rd. 1BR, 1BA. Water, trash and yard care included. $395/mo, 704-633-0425

Rockwell. Single • Doublewide • Modular • Site Built. Rental lots available. 704-279-3265

Real Estate Services Arey RealtyREAL Service in Real Estate 704-633-5334 www.AreyRealty.com B & R REALTY 704-633-2394 www.bostandrufty-realty.com

Bentley Julian Realty 704-938-2530 www.bentleyrealtyinc.com Info@bentleyrealtyinc.com

Airport Rd. Duplex. 2BR, 2BA. $575/mo. 2BR, 1BA $550/mo., lease + dep., water furnished. No pets. Call 704-637-0370 Airport Rd., 1BR with stove, refrig., garbage pickup & water incl. Month-month lease. No pets. $395/mo+$200 deposit. Furnished $420/mo. 704-279-3808 Apartment Management- Moving to Town? Need a home or Apartment? We manage rental homes from $400 - $650 & apartments $350 - $550. Call and let us help you. Waggoner Realty Co. 704-633-0462 www.waggonerrealty.com

BEST VALUE

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

Quiet & Convenient, 2 bedroom town house, 1 ½ baths. All Electric, Central heat/air, no pets, pool. $550/mo. Includes water & basic cable.

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

West Side Manor

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

2345 Statesville Blvd. Near Salisbury Mall

704-633-1234

KIRBY REALTY CO. 418 S. Main St. 704-633-7300

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Rebecca Jones Realty 310 E. Liberty St, China Grove 704-857-SELL

Looking for a better place to live?

www.rebeccajonesrealty.com

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

Very nice homes!

US Realty 516 W. Innes, Salisbury 704-636-9303

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

www.USRealty4sale.com

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

China Grove. One room eff. w/ private bathroom & kitchenette. All utilities incl'd. $379/mo. + $100 deposit. 704-857-8112 Clancy Hills Apartments 100 Clancy Street Salisbury, NC 28147 704-636-6408 Now accepting applications for 3BR apts. Please call or come by M-F 9-12 Section 8 -- No Pets Rent based on Household income

Real Estate Commercial OFFICE SPACE

450 to 1,000 sq. ft. of Warehouse Space off Jake Alexander Blvd. Call 704279-8377 or 704-279-6882

NEWLY REMODELED

Salisbury. 2BR, 1BA. W/D hook up. Stove, fridge. You pay utilities. Cent heat/ac. $450/mo. + dep. No pets. 704-213-4163 Spencer 1 rm & ba, Priv. ent. Singles only. No kitchen, $80/wk. Incls utilities. Unfurnished. Refs. No dep. 704-202-5879

Salisbury. 3BR, 2 full BA Remodeled in '08. Central heat & AC. $800/mo. 980-521-4382 Salisbury. 3BR, 2BA. Designer Home in City. Minutes to I-85/Lowe's Shopping Center. Garage, hardwood floors, central air, dishwasher, W/D, yard maintenance incl, $900 rent + deposit. 704-636-8188

East Rowan. 3BR, 2BA. Nice home, quiet neighborhood. Hardwood and tile throughout. Appliances included. No pets. $850/mo. + deposit. 704-239-4962

Spencer Historic Area. 1 BR Apt., seniors welcome. $395 per mo + dep. Ryburn Rentals 704-637-0601 White Rock Garden Apts 1BR elderly units, located in Granite Quarry, w/handicap accessible units available. Sect. 8 assistance available. 704-2796457, 8am - 1pm TDD Relay 1-800-735-2962

Salisbury. 525 E. Cemetery St. 3BR, 1BA. Sect. 8 OK. $600/mo. No pets. 704-507-3915 Spencer. 3BR, 1BA. Appl. incl. Well water. $550/mo. + deposit. 704630-0785 / 704-433-3510

Rent to Own 2BR partially fenced. Central heat/ac Hrdwds. $5,000 down $500/mo. 704-630-0695

“Equal Housing Opportunity”

Spencer. 603 3rd St. 3BR, 1½BA. Master w/half bath. Huge living/dining rooms. Off street parking. $650/mo. Sect. 8 OK. Matt 704-906-2561

RENTED I rented both of my houses in 3 days! More great results from advertising in the Post! ~ D.F., Salisbury

RENTED

Mocksville's Newest Affordable 127 Wilhaven Drive 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms, Club House, Fitness Center, Computer Center Call Today! • 336-753-1385

Vintage Charm!

Rockwell 2BR/1BA, H/W floors, appls, central H/A, $600/mo + dep. 704-2796850 or 704-798-3035 Rockwell/Granite Quarry. 4BR, 2BA. Private wooded area. Clean & quiet. $695/mo. 704-279-5018

East area. 2BR, 1½ BA brick townhouse. Appl. furnished. Quiet. $495/mo. No pets. 704-279-3406 EXCEPTIONALLY NICE 2 or 3 BR, 1½ bath all appliances, skylights, downtown. 704-798-6429 Fleming Heights Apartments 55 & older 704-636-5655 Tues.Thurs. 2pm-5pm. Call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. TDD Sect. 8 vouchers accepted. 800-735-2962

Free Rent! Free utilities! 704-239-0691 Granite Quarry. Studio apt. Clean, quiet, new carpet. Move in today! $350. 704-279-5018 Kannapolis. 1BR. Quiet, safe neighborhood. No pets. $485/mo. incl. utilities & cable. 704-425-4445

Lovely Duplex Rowan Hospital area. 2BR, 1BA. Heat, air, water, appl. incl. $695. 704-633-3997

Mitchell Place Luxury Apartments $695/mo. 704-239-0691 Chambers Realty Moreland Pk area. 2BR all appls furnished. $495-$595/mo. Deposit negotiable. Section 8 welcome. 336-247-2593 Mount Pleasant, 1BR, 1BA, 3-room apartment, quiet historic district. For information, call 704-436-9176.

Condos and Townhomes Salisbury-Wiltshire Village for rent. Two bedroom/1 1/2 baths. Townhouse style unit. $550.00 Call Waggoner Realty Co. 704-633-0462

Open House Saturday May 15th 12pm - 4pm

RENTAL SPACE

Salisbury. We have office suites available in the Executive Center. With all utilities from $250 and up. Lots of amenities. Call Karen Rufty at B & R Realty 704-202-6041 www.bostandrufty-realty.com

Salisbury, Kent Executive Park office suites, $100 & up. Utilities paid. Conference room, ample parking. 704-202-5879 Salisbury. 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, and nice, large reception area. Perfect location near the Court House and County Building. Want to lease but will sell. Perfect for dual occupancy. By appointment only. 704-636-1850 Spencer Shops Lease great retail space for as little as $750/mo for 2,000 sq ft at. 704-431-8636

Manufactured Home for Rent Bostian Heights. 1 & 2BR. Trash, lawn, & water service. No pets. Rent + deposit. 704-857-4843 LM

East area, 2 bedroom,

Manufactured Home for Rent

Houses for Rent

East Area. 2BR, water, trash. Limit 3. Dep. req. No pets. Call 704-6367531 or 704-202-4991

American Dr., Salis. 3BR, 2BA. Refrig., stove, dishw. No pets. Rent, $715, $500 deposit. Call Rowan Properties, 704633-0446

668 Perry Dr., I-77 exit 42N, Hwy 21 - Troutman, Rt on Oswalt Amity, Left on Perry. Private secluded home. 16.54 acres, 2227 sqft. House, 7200 sqft shop/office/home. Heated greenhouse. Carolina-Piedmont Properties 704.248.4878 Salisbury & Mocksville Office and HUD – Section 8 Commercial Nice 2 to 5 BR homes. Call us 1st. 704-630-0695 Rental

China Grove/Landis Area

3BR/2BA (possibly 4 bedrooms) with attached carport in a country setting. Barn, pasture and garden space available. $875/month + deposit. 704-857-8406

Salisbury, 1BR/1BA, 71 Hill St., all appls furnished, $450/mo + dep. Limit two. 704-633-5397.

Cleveland-3 bedroom/ 1bath house off Main St. Appliances, central heat & air, hard wood floors. $600.00 Call Waggoner Realty Co. 704-633-0462

Salisbury, city limits. 2 - 3BR. $450-$700. Central HVAC. 704-2394883 Fountain Quarters Realty Broker

Country Club/Park Area Rent to Own. 4BR, 3BA. 2000 sq ± Can include 2BR guest house on property. $15,000 dn. $1,000/mo. 704-630-0695 E. Ridge Rd. 3BR/1½BA, all elec., stove & refrig., Sect. 8 OK. $695/mo. + dep. 704-633-6035

G.Q. 3BR, 1BA quadplex, carport. East Salisbury. 3BR, 2BA duplex, all electric. 704-638-0108

Rolling Hills Townhomes 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Salisbury's Finest! 315 Ashbrook Rd 704-637-6207 Call for Spring Specials!

Houses: 3BRs, 1BA. Apartments: 2 & 3 BRs, 1BA Deposit req'd. Faith Realty 704-630-9650

1250 sqft office. Lobby, 3 offices and 2 restrooms. Bradshaw Real Estate. 704-633-9011

Salisbury 2BR. $525 and up. GOODMAN RENTALS 704-633-4802

2,100 sq ft warehouse with loading dock. Walk-in refrigerator. Bradshaw Real Estate. 704-633-9011 23,000 sq ft manufacturing building with offices for lease. Bradshaw Real Estate. 704-633-9011

BESIDE UNCLE BUCKS 1250-2500 sq ft office retail restaurant space downtown. 704-798-6429

Salisbury, Westcliffe. Beautiful 3BR, 2BA home. All utilities, cable, internet, lawn care. Hardwood floors. New kitchen appliances, granite countertops, fireplace. Washer, dryer hookups. $1,295/ month. 704-798-6727

Roseman Rd. area. 2 BR. No pets, appliances & trash pickup incl. $525/ mo. + dep. 704-855-7720 Salisbury City, E. Lafayette St., 1, 2 & 3 BR S/W mobile homes. $350-$400 + dep. Water incl'd. No pets. Background check. 704-634-4959

Resort & Vacation Rentals North Myrtle Beach

Ocean Front Condo

2BR, 2BA Ocean front condo. Sleeps 6, fully equipped. Outdoor pool. Quiet family area, yet close to shops and restaurants. Locally owned. Reasonbly priced. 704-603-8647

Rooms for Rent Kannapolis. Furnished room for rent. No smoking, loud music, drugs or pets. $85 per week. Dep and references req'd. 704-932-5008

Salisbury

Great Furnished Pad!

Granite Quarry -Best Deal Commercial Metal buildings and office space. 300-1800 SF. Utilities and gated parking available. 704-279-4422

Salisbury. 3 & 2 Bedroom Houses. $500-$1,000. Also, Duplex Apartments. 704636-6100 or 704-633-8263

Dodge, 2003, Stratus RT. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

One or two persons, no pets, utilities included 800 sq. ft., microwave, refrigerator, sheets & towels, cable & DVD also included. Private parking & entrance. $150-$175/wk + security deposit. By the way, two great landlords! 704-6474896 or 704-213-1067

Dodge, 2004, Stratus SE. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

Autos

RENTED Buick, 1987, Regal. V6, automatic. Full hydraulics. Targa top. Power steering, power brakes. $600 obo. 704213-6031

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Salisbury- Hidden Creek. 2 bedrooms/2 baths. Ground level across from Clubhouse. No pets or smokers. $850.00 Call Waggoner Realty Co. at 704-633-0462

Chevy, 2009 Cobalt Black w/ gray cloth interior am, fm, cd, 4 cylinder,auto, like new 24,000 miles, nonsmoker, extra clean inside and out, aluminum alloy wheels wrapped in good tires,cheap newer car for a great price. 704-603-4255

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

Granite Quarry. 3BR, 2BA. All appliances. No inside pets. No smoking. 1 year lease with 1 month deposit. $600/mo. 704763-5715 / 704-339-9700

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Chevrolet, 2005, Impala. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

Gold Hill. 2BR, 1BA. $450 + deposit. Call 704633-7656 or 704-7960491

I rented my house in less than a week! More great results from advertising in the Post! ~ T.C, Salisbury

Buick, 1997 LeSabre Custom Sedan. $5,245. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

West & South Rowan. 2 & 3 BR. No pets. Perfect for 3. Water included. Please call 704-857-6951

12,000 sq ft building on Jake Alexander Blvd. Could be office or retail. Heat and air. Call 704-279-8377

704-797-4220

Prime Location, 1800+ sq.ft. office space 4 private offices, built in reception desk. Large open space with dividers, 2 bathrooms and breakroom. Ample parking 464 Jake Alexander Blvd. 704 223 2803

Salisbury. 3BR, 1½BA. $700/month. Deposit & references. No pets. Call 704-855-2100

Landis. 2BR, 1BA. Lease option to buy. Great school district. 704-2022696

Faith. 2BR, 1BA. Very nice. ½ acre lot. Limit 3. No pets. Ref. $400. 704279-4282 or 704-202-7294

Commercial warehouses available. 1,400 sq. ft. w/dock. Gated w/security cameras. Convenient to I-85. Olympic Crown Storage. 704-630-0066

Salisbury. 138 Crawford St. 1BR, 1BA. Stove, refrigerator, W/D hook-up. $395/mo. + deposit. 704-633-5397

Kannapolis. 1014 East First St. 2BR, 1½BA. Duplex $555/mo. Kannapolis. 314 North Ave. 3BR, 2BA. $895/ mo. KREA 704-933-2231

Faith. 2BR, 1BA. Appl., water, sewer, trash service incl. $475/mo. + dep. Pets OK. 704-279-7463

Autos

Rockwell. Nice 2BR under $460/mo + dep, incls water, sewer, & trash pick up. No pets. 704-640-6347

trash and lawn service included. No pets. $475 month. 704-433-1255

Rockwell area. Nice 1BR, $425/mo. and 2BR, $450/mo. No pets. Deposit req. 704-279-8428

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Salisbury area. 1BR, 1BA Mature tenant only. $350/mo. + deposit. 704857-8245

Salisbury City. 2BR, 1BA. Very spacious. 1,000 sq. ft. $450/mo. + dep. 704-640-5750

Numerous Commercial and office rentals to suit your needs. Ranging from 500 to 5,000 sq. ft. Call Victor Wallace at Wallace Realty, 704-636-2021

Bostian Heights. 2BR, 1BA. 1 mile from Carson High. No pets. $400/mo. + deposit. 704-239-2833

Wiltshire Village Condo for Rent, $700. 2nd floor. Looking for 2BR, 2BA in a quiet community setting? Call Bryce, Wallace Realty 704-2021319

FREE RENT Carolina Piedmont Properties. Call for details. Sec 8 OK. 704-248-4878

Salisbury city, near VA. 2BR, 1BA. New central air & heat. $475/mo. + deposit. 704-640-5750

Spencer. 2 large BR, 1½ BA. New heat and air, carport, and appliances including washer & dryer. Large yard with garden space. Partially fenced. $700/mo. + deposit. 704-223-4662

Salis. nr hosp. 3BR, 1BA. Cent. heat/air. $650, 1st & last month's rent & cleaning dep. No Sect. 8. No pets. Before 5pm, 704-636-4251

Rockwell Area. Apt. & Duplexes. $500-$600. 2BR Quiet Community. Marie Leonard-Hartsell at Wallace Realty 704-239-3096

S. Fulton St. Very nice 1500 sq ft 3 BR 2.5BA town house apartment. All elec., central heat/AC. Water incl'd, stove, refrig., dishwasher furnished. Outside storage. No pets. 1 yr lease. Rent $625; deposit $500. 1st month free w/ good credit or rental reference & bkgnd chk. 704-279-3808

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Houses for Rent

Near Hospital. Huge 5BR, 3BA. Full basement, large yard. Inground pool. $1500/mo. + deposit. 704-633-5067

Salisbury-Downtown. Two bedroom/1 bath loft style apartment in the old Cheerwine Building. Nice open living area. $750.00 Call Waggoner Realty Co. at 704-633-0462

Are you trying to sell your property? We guarantee a sale within 1430 days. 704-245-2604

Creek, sandy beech, must see, 3 ac's towering hardwoods, pasture, 10 min to I-77. 59,900 financing, 704-535-4100

Manufactured Lots for Sale

Eastwind Apartments Low Rent Available For Elderly & Disabled. Rent Based on Social Security Income *Spacious 1 BR *Located on bus line *Washer/Dryer Hookups Call Fisher Realty at: 704-636-7485 for more information.

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15 minutes N. of Salisbury. 2001 model singlewide 3 bdr/2 bath on large treed lot in quiet neighborhood. $1,200 start-up, $475/month includes lot rent, home payment, taxes, insurance. RENT or RENTTO-OWN. 704-2108176.

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Rowan Co., Kannapolis. 4BR/2BA. Storage shed with secluded lot. Central heating & air. Owner financing available. $900 per mo. plus 704 8578406.

704-637-5588 WITH 12 MONTH LEASE

DON’T MISS OUT Salisbury, in town. 1 & 2 BR. Nice, well maintained, responsible landlord. $415-$435. 704- 642-1955

Milford Hills. Brick 4BR, 2½BA, living room, den w/fireplace. $1,000/mo. Call 336-662-7929

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Salisbury. Off 13th St. Huge lot. Could be nice home, too. Conveniently located. 1200+ sq. ft. with lots of extras. Call our office for more information. C48040. $129,900. B&R Realty 704-633-2394

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ELLIS AUTO AUCTION 10 miles N. of Salisbury, Hwy 601, Sale Every Wednesday night 6 pm.

Ford, 2008 Mustang Coupe. $15,445. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

HONDA, 2003, ACCORD EX. $500-700 down, will help finance. Credit, No Problem! Private party sale. Call 704-838-1538

Toyota, 2004 Camry LE $9,745. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com Volvo, 2006 S60 2.5T Onyx black with cream leather interior, sunroof, cd player, all power, alloy wheels, super nice! 704-603-4255

Mercedes, 2006 S430 Automatic, silver w/ ashe leather interior, all power options, sunroof, power trunk, air ride, nav, heated seats. Loaded, needs nothing!! 704-603-4255

Boats & Watercraft

Honda, 1990 Prelude White with gray cloth interior 2.0 4 cylinder with auto tranny, am, fm, cd, cold ac, low miles, after-market rims, good tires. Great gas saver. 704-603-4255

Ford, 2001, Focus LX. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW!

Nissan, 2005 Altima SL Black leather interior 3.5 V6 with auto tiptronic, duel heated seats, Bose am, fm, 6 disk cd changer, sunroof, alloy rims wrapped in like new tires, runs & drives good. READY FOR DELIVERY. 704-603-4255

Toyota, 2006 Camry LE White w/gray cloth interior. 2.4 4 cylinder with auto tranny am, fm, cd, cold ac, sunroof, power driver seat, extra clean inside & out. Runs & drives awesome! 704603-4255

Honda, 1990 Prelude White with gray cloth interior 2.0 4 cylinder with auto tranny, am, fm, cd, cold ac, low miles, after-market rims, good tires. Great gas saver. 704-603-4255 Pontiac, 1999, Firebird. Only 29,000 miles! 1 owner! 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

Ford, 2004 Taurus White with gray cloth interior am, fm, cd, V6 automatic, cold AC, chrome rims with good tires, runs & drives great! 704-603-4255

Lincoln, 1998 Town Car, Executive Series. Only 90,000 miles! 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

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Ford, 2010, Mustang. REDUCED! 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

Mazda, 2002 MX-5 Miata $8,645. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Mazda, 2006 Rx8 velocity red Mica with black cloth interior am, fm, cd, 1.3 2 rotory engine 6 speed tranny with paddle shift, cold ac, alloy rims, AS SEEN IN THE XMEN MOVIE! 704-603-4255

Toyota, 2007 Prius Hybrid. Dark gray with Lt gray cloth interior. 1.5 4 cylinder auto, am, fm, cd, KEYLESS GO!! Nonsmoker, cold ac, GREAT FOR GAS MILAGE & ENVIROMENT 704-603-4255

Pontiac, 2003 Grand Am $6,945. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Saturn, 2004 L300 $8,445. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Suzuki, 2007, Forenza. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

14 foot Jon Boat. Titled boat and trailer. 25Hp evinrude motor. Perfect condition. Too much to list. Serious inquires. 704-640-2581

Deep Cycle Marine Batteries, G27 Delco Voyager, $9995 special 12 month warranty Faith Rd to Hwy 152. Store across from Siffords Marathon “If it's a battery, we sell it!” 704-213-1005 www.battery-r-us.com

Got a good web site? Include the URL in your ad.

Transportation Financing

TEAM CHEVROLET- GEO, CADILLAC, OLDSMOBILE 404 Jake Alexander Blvd., Salisbury. Call 704-636-9370 Tim Marburger Honda 1309 N First St. (Hwy 52) Albemarle NC 704-983-4107 Troutman Motor Co. Highway 29 South, Concord, NC 704-782-3105

Cadillac, 2003 Escalade Onyx Black, all power options, am, fm, tape, cd changer, duel front/rear heated seats, rear audio, xenon head lights, sunroof, 3rd row seat, like new tires. 704-603-4255

Trucks, SUVs & Vans

Bad Credit? No Credit? No Problem! Tim Marburger Dodge 877-792-9700 Chevrolet, 2001 Silverado 1500 $11,945. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Motorcycles & ATVs

Fleetwood, 2007, Bounder 35E

Bank Financing available. First time buyers welcome! You deserve a fresh start! Don't wait! Low Rates Available. Minimum down payment. Carfax & warranties available. Call Steve today! 704-603-4255 or 704-224-3979 after 6pm. Visit us at: www.JakeAlexanderAutoSales.com

Chevrolet, 2003, Trailblazer. 1 owner! 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

Volkswagon, 2006, . 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View

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Volvo, 2001 V70 XC Cross Country AWD Wagon. Gray w/ tan leather interior 2.4 five cylinder turbo backed with auto trans, duel pwr seats, sunroof, all pwr options, extra clean needs nothing!! 704-6034255

Authorized EZGO Dealer. 30 years selling, servicing GOLF CARS Golf Car Batteries 6 volt $58, 8 volt $62. Golf car utility sales. US 52, 5 miles south of Salisbury. Beside East Rowan HS & Old Stone Winery. Look for EZGO sign. Buy 6 batteries & receive $10 gift receipt for purchase of a bottle of OLD STONE Wine. Coupon good until 5/31/10. 704-245-3660

Trucks, SUVs & Vans

Chevy, 2003 Suburban LT black w/ tan leather interior, AM, FM, CD changer, DVD, rear audio, duel climate control, duel power and heated seats, sunroof, running boards, 3rd seat. RUNS & DRIVES GREAT. 704-603-4255

BATTERY-R-US 6-volt – $58 8-volt – $68 12-volt – $110 12 month warranty We will not be undersold! Deep cycle marine batteries on sale now!! 704-213-1005 “We Buy old batteries” www.battery-r-us.com NEED CASH? We buy cars & scrap metal by the pound. Call for latest prices. Stricklin Auto & Truck Parts. Call 704-278-1122 or 888-378-1122

More Details = Faster Sales!

2003 Ford Expedition XLT 4x4. Silver gray leather interior 5.4 auto trans, am, fm, CD changer, power driver seat, rear audio, power 3rd seat, sunroof, rear air, like new tires; runs & drive great. 704-603-4255

Chevy, 2004 Silverado LS QUAD CAB 4 DOOR Beige with gray cloth interior. 5.3 350 V8 with auto tranny am, fm, cd, cold ac, bed liner. Like new tires. Extra clean inside & out. 704-603-4255

Brenda Eudy: We remember your love still! Happy Mothers Day! Lori, Cheryl and Daryl

Elizabeth Spry, Thank you for being a wonderful, Christian mother-in-law! I love you very much and I wish you the best Mother's Day ever! You are the best mother-inlaw anyone could ever have! Love, Jeana

Gigi/Mom: “A mother's love determines how we love ourselves & others.” Thank you for being the amazing woman that you are & teaching us how to love! We love & appreciate you so much! Love, Kris, Tim, Sam, & Griffin & John, Kristi, & Lena

Happy 1st Mother's Day Ashley Gleeson & welcome baby Liam. We love you very much. Pawpaw & grandmother Barnes

Granny Bear (Doris Bost), We love and miss you very much! Happy Mother's Day! Love, Your family

Happy Mother's Day, Mickie Wilhelm! Steve & Punky

Mommy: “You fill my days with rainbow lights, fairy tales, & sweet dream nights.” I love you so much! Thank you for being my mommy! Love you forever, Griffin

Happy Mother's Day to Sarah Phillips! From Fred Jr. I want to wish my mommy, Charla, a very happy Mother's Day! I love you so much! Always, Reagan Camille Happy Mother's Day to the best Mommy in the world! Love, Grace

Nana Faye/Mom: Thank you for being the wonderful mother & Nana that you are. We love & appreciate you so much! Love, Tim, Kris, Sam & Griffin

Happy Mother's Day, Dear Era Craver! Love, Barbara and Hal

Chevy, 2005 Tahoe LS white w/ tan cloth interior 5.3 V8 auto trans, all pwr options, am, fm, tape, cd, 3rd seat, duel pwr seats, clean, cruise, alloy rims, drives great. ready for retail! 704-603-4255

Thank you, Betty Young for being my wonderful, loving mother! Have a very Happy Mother's Day! Love, Beth

To my beautiful wife, Kim, you're a great Mother to our two daughters. Love Jason, Caitlyn & Alayna

Ford, 2005 Explorer Sport Trac. Silver w/ black cloth interior V6 w/ auto tranny, am, fm, cd, cold AC, lugguage rack, bed liner, alloy rims. Like new tires. 704-603-4255

Ford, 2008, Explorer. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

Dodge, 1998, Dakota. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

To my mother, Hazel Bostic! I love you very much & appreciate you more than you will ever know. Thank you for being such a great Christian mother & for being there for me. God has definitely given me the best mother in the world! Hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day! You deserve it! Love, Jeana

Just as lovely as ever, just as sweet as ever. Happy Mother's Day Lucille Leazer. Love, Hal & Barbara

Happy Mother's Day! In memory of Jackie Wilhelm. Steve & Punky

Dear Mom & Mimi, We love you very much and thank God every day for you! Love, Michael, Ryan & Garrett

Happy Mother's Day, Margaret Peeler! Steve & Malynda

Mom, you have always held firm to your ideals and beliefs which helped to strengthen our family during hard times and gave us laughter. I love you, Mom! Susan

Ford, 2004 Free Star Van Gold with tan cloth interior am, fm, cd, 4.2 V6 auto tranny, luggage rack, fog lights, all power, alloy rims good tires. PERFECT FAMILY TRANSPORTATION! 704-603-4255

Buick, 2005 Rendezvous SUV. $9,945. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Happy Mother’s Day Every day should be Mother's Day. I hope you enjoy your day today. Love, Jason Slusser

Ford, 2003 Explorer XLT Green w/ gray leather interior AM, FM, CD changer, all pwr, sunroof, running boards, V6, auto trans, alloy wheels,like new tires. Great SUV! 704-603-4255

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Chevy, 2004 Silverado LS QUAD CAB 4 DOOR Beige with gray cloth interior. 5.3 350 V8 with auto tranny am, fm, cd, cold ac, bed liner. Like new tires. Extra clean inside & out. 704-603-4255

Dear Mom & Nannie, We love you very much and thank God every day for you! Love, Lisa, Ryan & Garrett

Ford, 2003 Explorer XLT Green w/ gray leather interior AM, FM, CD changer, all pwr, sunroof, running boards, V6, auto trans, alloy wheels,like new tires. Great SUV! 704-603-4255

Service & Parts Less than 12,000 miles. Owan generator. Backup cam-era, self-levelling. 2 slides. Full size refrigerator. Sleeps 6. Fully paid Travel Resorts package. $85,000. Call 980-521-6014

Ford, 2002, Ranger. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

Kawasaki 2001 Vulcan 1500 classic black and grey, Vance & Hines pipes. 7,500 miles, nice bike. $3,500. 704-6339427

Recreational Vehicles

Dodge, 1998 Ram 1500 Laramie SLT crew cab. $7,945. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Transportation Financing

Tracker 2009 Marine Tracker PGV16SC Mercury Marine 60 ELPT 4-Str Efi Trailstar with custom SA trailer. 704797-9134 Toyota, 2007 Corolla CE $11,945. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

Ford, 2005, Taurus. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW!

Trucks, SUVs & Vans

CLONINGER FORD, INC. “Try us before you buy.” 511 Jake Alexander Blvd. 704-633-9321 BATTERY-R-US

Financing Available!

Transportation Dealerships

Jeep, 2002 Liberty Sport SUV. $7,945 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Toyota, 1999 Tacoma $9,945. 1-800-542-9758 www.cloningerford.com

Dodge, 2005, Durango. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW!

Regina Jackson, You are a great Mom and wife, and we love you! Justin, Kennedy and Corban

Sara Karriker: Forever, for always ~ My Momma...I love you! Audrey

Trixie: Happy Mother's Day to my wonderful wife! All my love to you this special day! Thank you for being such a wonderful mom to our son! All my love, Tim

View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

2005 Jeep Liberty V6 4x4 3.5L Blk w/Tan int., 4 cyl., all power, AM/FM, C/D, low miles, chrome rims w/like new tires, Extra Clean Gas Saver !!!! 704-603-4255

We love you, Grandma! Olly and Humphrey

Want to Buy: Transportation Ford, 1998, Ranger. 100% GUARANTEED CREDIT APPROVAL. CALL NOW! View our inventory at: www.autohouseofsalisbury.com

DONATED passenger van or bus needed for newly formed Youth Group. Call Pastor Rob at 980-721-3371. Thanks for letting your love shine!

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‘Iron Man 2’ puts pedal to the metal LOS ANGELES (AP) — Robert Downey Jr. is packing a bigger box-office punch with his second “Iron Man” movie. “Iron Man 2” took in $52.4 million domestically on its opening day Friday. That’s nearly a 50 percent increase over the $35.2 million first day of the original “Iron Man” two years ago. That puts the Paramount re-

lease based on the Marvel Comics superhero on track for a debut weekend of $125 million to $135 million, which would make it the fifth-biggest opening weekend on the boxoffice charts. The first “Iron Man” movie had a $98.6 million debut weekend. “Iron Man 2” has taken in nearly $150 million overseas.

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“I do believe in miracles. Most of the time I ask God if I can take Jay’s place.” EVA BRISENO Whose son suffered a severe head wound in Iraq

Internet hijacking An unfixed bug could derail data BY PETER SVENSSON Associated Press

EW YORK — In 1998, a hacker told Congress that he could bring down the Internet in 30 minutes by exploiting a certain flaw that sometimes caused online outages by misdirecting data. In 2003, the Bush administration concluded that fixing this flaw was in the nation’s “vital interest.” Fast forward to 2010, and very little has happened to improve the situation. The flaw still causes outages every year. Although most of the outages are innocent and fixed quickly, the problem still could be exploited by a hacker to spy on data traffic or take down Web sites. Meanwhile, our reliance on the Internet has only increased. The next outage, accidental or malicious, could disrupt businesses, the government or anyone who needs the Internet to run normally. The outages are caused by the somewhat haphazard way that traffic is passed between companies that carry Internet data. The outages are called “hijackings,” even though most of them are not caused by criminals bent on destruction. Instead the outages are a problem borne out of the open nature of the Internet, a quality that also has stimulated the Net’s dazzling growth. “It’s ugly when you look under the cover,” says Earl Zmijewski, a general manager at Renesys Corp., which tracks the performance of Internet data routes. “It amazes me every day when I get into work and find it’s working.” When you send an e-mail, view a Web page or do anything else online, the information you read and transmit is handed from one carrier of Internet data to another, sometimes in a long chain. When you log into Facebook, your data might be handed from your Internet service provider to a company such as Level 3 Communications Inc., which operates a global network of fiber-optic lines that carry Internet data across long distances. It, in turn, might pass the data to a carrier that’s connected directly to Facebook’s server computers. The crux of the problem is that each carrier along the way figures out how to route the data based only on what the surrounding carriers in the chain say, rather than by looking at the whole path. It’s as if a driver had to get from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh without a map, navigating solely by traffic signs he encountered along the way — but the signs weren’t put up by a central authority. If a sign pointed in the wrong direction, that driver would get lost. That’s essentially what happens when an Internet route gets hijacked. Because carriers pass information between themselves about where data should go — and this system has no secure, automatic means of verifying that the routing information is correct — data can be routed to some carrier that isn’t expecting the information. The carrier doesn’t know what to do with it, and usually just drops it. It falls into a “black hole.” On April 25, 1997, millions of people in North America lost access to all of the Internet for about an hour. The hijacking was caused by an employee misprogramming a router, a computer that directs data traffic, at a small Internet service provider. A similar incident happened elsewhere the next year, and the one after that. Routing errors also blocked Internet access in different parts of the world, often for millions of people, in 2001, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008 and 2009. Last month a Chinese Internet service provider halted access from around the world to a vast number of sites, including Dell.com and CNN.com, for about 20 minutes. In 2008, Pakistan Telecom tried to comply with a government order to prevent access to YouTube from the country and intentionally “black-holed” requests for YouTube videos from Pakistani Internet users. But it also accidentally told the international carrier upstream from it that “I’m the best route to YouTube, so send all YouTube traffic to me.” The upstream carrier accepted the routing message, and passed it along to other carriers across the world, which started sending all requests for YouTube videos to Pakistan Telecom. Soon, even Internet users in the U.S. were deprived of videos of singing cats and skateboarding dogs for a few hours. In 2004, the flaw was put to malicious use when someone got a computer in Malaysia to tell Internet service providers that it was part of Yahoo Inc. A flood of spam was sent out, appearing

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Eva Briseno and her husband, Joseph (right), transfer their son to his wheelchair at their home in Manassas, Va. Joseph ‘Jay’ Briseno Jr. was serving in Iraq in 2003 when he was shot in the head, leaving him paralyzed, brain-damaged and blind, in need of constant care. Eva now spends her waking hours tending to Jay in the family room that has been transformed into an intensive care unit.

A bullet in Baghdad, a mother’s love Try to imagine this life ... BY MARILYNN MARCHIONE Associated Press

ANASSAS PARK, Va. — There are mothers who will spend today missing sons and daughters fighting overseas. There are women who have lost children in those wars, for whom Mother’s Day will never be the same. And then there is Eva Briseno. Joseph Briseno Jr., Eva’s 27-year-old son, is one of the most severely wounded soldiers ever to survive. A bullet to the back of his head in a Baghdad marketplace in 2003 left him paralyzed, brain-damaged and blind, but awake and aware of his condition. Eva takes care of “Jay” in her suburban Virginia home where the family room has been transformed into an intensive care unit, with the breathing machine and tubes he needs to stay alive. Try to imagine this life. Each day starts with two hours of bowel care, an ordeal as awful as it sounds. She labors over his body, brushing his teeth, suctioning fluid from his lungs, exercising his limp arms and legs, and turning him every other hour to prevent bedsores. She sleeps a few hours at a time, when the schedule says it is her turn, often slumped in exhaustion by his side. She has been out to dinner with her husband, Joseph Sr., once in seven years. She could have a better life if she put

Jay in a nursing home. Or if she went back to using the home health care nurses the government provided. But one looked indifferently without wiping Jay’s mouth when he drooled. Others fell asleep on the night shift, inattentive while Jay suffered seizures. It’s hard for a mother to watch such lapses. The nurses don’t love Jay. His parents do. So they have chosen to care for him on their own, and you will not find them feeling sorry for themselves — only for him. A lesser man would leave, Eva says of her spouse, whom she has known since grade school in their homeland, the Philippines. A lesser woman would cringe at the wound care and bodily indignities that Eva has learned to manage for her son, Joseph says. “I can’t walk away from this. She can’t. I’m very proud of my wife,” he said. What keeps Eva going is hope that stem cells or some future treatment advance will help her son. “I do believe in miracles,” she says. Yet desperation clouds her prayers. “Most of the time I ask God if I can take Jay’s place,” she confesses, unable to suppress a sob. Hearing his mother, Jay cries too, the tears silently slipping from his blind eyes. For Eva, the tears began the day Jay shipped out, on his 20th birthday in 2003. He was a student at George Mason University, hoping to become a forensic scientist. He had joined the Army Reserves and was surprised to be called up so soon. Eva took a cake to his unit before he left. At first, she wasn’t very worried: Jay was assigned to civilian work, building community relations. A few months later,

the call came. One of those civilians had shot Jay in the back of the head at pointblank range. His spinal cord was shattered, and cardiac arrests led to brain damage that left him unable to see or to speak more than an occasional word. His family became a mass casualty of the wound. His parents quit their jobs and drained their savings to take care of him after he came home from hospitals and rehabilitation centers. His younger sisters, Malerie and Sherilyn, help when they can, and Joseph does a big share. But much of the care falls to Eva, a small, doe-eyed woman who weighs 100 pounds to Jay’s 147. At first, she took care of Jay in the basement, using a hoist that some charities provided to lift him into a wheelchair and the shower. But descending those stairs became a descent into hell. After a while, Eva could no longer bear caring for him in that cavelike setting. So they moved Jay upstairs, surrounding him with white walls, bright flowers and Washington Redskins gear so he will have cheerful things to look at in case he has glimmers of vision the doctors can’t detect. Eva fills his days by reading him news stories, telling him how good he looks and how nicely he is dressed, and playing the “young people music” he likes on the radio. He grins when the Redskins win, or when Linkin Park, Eminem, Jay-Z or Beyonce are on. Others get a grimace. “He doesn’t like Mariah Carey or Kelly Clarkson,” Eva laughs. She reminisces about Jay as a teen who

A mug with a photo of Joseph ‘Jay’ Briseno Jr., taken before his injury, sits beside a family portrait at their home in Manassas, Va. Briseno was 20 years old when his Army Reserve unit shipped out for Iraq. He sustained a devastating head wound a few months later.

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A footnote on Pillowtex hen someone compiles the history of the proud company that started as Cannon Mills and folded as Pillowtex, the final sum to be distributed to the company’s former workers this week will be little more than a footnote. After all, what’s $475,000 divided among 5,500 ex-employees? As proud as the union was to win any amount, this latest settlement is more of a sad reminder of the company’s 2003 closing than a form of financial relief. Here are numbers that represent what the former textile workers and their communities lost: • $700 million: Total transaction value for Pillowtex’s 1997 purchase of Fieldcrest Cannon • $200 million: The amount of Fieldcrest Cannon debt Pillowtex took on • $1.5 billion: Annual sales of the newly merged company, one of the industry's largest home textile manufacturers, with a portfolio of many of the best recognized brands in the industry • $1.7 million and $796,000: The amounts Pillowtex paid in Cabarrus County and Kannapolis city taxes for 2002. The company also paid $247,180 in taxes to Rowan County and its municipalities. • 18 cents: The closing price of Pillowtex stock on Jan. 14, 2003, after being valued at more than $9 a share when it came out of bankruptcy. • 70 percent: The portion of its 7,740person work force the company idled the week of July 10, 2003, to save money. • 4,800: The number of jobs lost in Cabarrus and Rowan counties when the company closed in July 2003. • 46 and 17: The average age of the Pillowtex workers, and their average length of employment in years. • $2,792: The amount of a former worker’s first bill under a federally subsidized health-insurance plan — for one month of coverage. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina later reduced premiums for some of the workers. • $4 million: The value of golden parachutes given to departing executives in the company’s last year. • 49 percent: The portion of out-of-work Pillowtex employees who enrolled in some course or program of study at RowanCabarrus Community College. • $128 million: The amount a bankruptcy court judge OK’d for Pillowtex to sell company assets, including machinery and brands, to GGST LLC in October 2003. • $13 million: The amount union employees received from the first settlement. • $79.99: Amazon’s price for a king size Royal Velvet 300-Thread-Count Down Comforter, made in the USA with fabric from China, bearing a former Pillowtex brand licensed by Li & Fung of Hong Kong.

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“Succeeding is not really a life experience that does that much good. Failing is a much more sobering and enlightening experience.” — Michael Eisner

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he Travelers Club invited me to visit and tell them about the Salisbury Post last week. I’m a writer, not a speaker, so I found a way to get around giving a speech. Since the questions people ask can lead to the most interesting part of a presentation, I shaped the talk in Q&A fashion — prepared a list of frequently asked questions to pose to myself and then answer. At the meeting Thursday, I ELIZABETH got through my first question — COOK are newspapers in general and the Post in particular in trouble financially? — and we were off. The group had so many questions that I didn’t have to go back to my list. Q: So, are newspapers in trouble? A: Rumors of newspapers’ demise have been greatly exaggerated, to borrow a phrase from Mark Twain. We’re changing, for sure, but I don’t think we’re dying. The few big dailies that have ceased publication were all in two-newspaper towns — a real rarity in this day and age. It’s hard for one paper to thrive during a recession. Very few markets can support two.

So those papers’ demise, while sad, did not sound the death knell for all of us. Nor have bankruptcies and reduced publishing schedules portended doom for the industry. Several of the large newspaper companies are carrying heavy debt that has forced them to take drastic measures, and this is hardly unique to the news business. Technology is changing our business for sure, but you can’t overstate the impact of the deep recession we’ve just been through. The financial plight of the unemployed has rippled out to just about any business that produces or sells goods. The Post is part of a relatively small media company, Evening Post Publishing, based in Charleston, S.C., which is conservatively managed. We have been through our share of belt-tightening — early retirements, furloughs and so on — but we’re OK. In fact, we’re excited about the future. We’ve been talking about new ways to interact with readers and get information to you. You may be seeing more of us on Facebook. Q: Why did the Post become a morning paper? Isn’t it easier on everyone at the paper to be an afternoon paper? A: Putting together a paper that we in the newsroom finish at 1 o’clock in the morning did turn some of our lives upside

down when we made the move several years ago. But we were among the last of the afternoon papers, and people moving into our market were accustomed to reading their news in the morning. Also, a morning paper is in the racks all day, instead of just in the afternoon, and that’s better for sales. Q: (Back-of-the-room muttering about pictures of dead turkeys and vegetables.) A. I want to talk about those dead turkeys on Tuesday’s Outdoors page. Hunters and people who fish are as passionate about their hobbies as people who go to concerts and art exhibits are about theirs. While some people take offense at pictures of dead animals — especially deer and, evidently, turkeys — there’s another group that gets a big kick out of them. As for vegetables, I do think we went too far a few years back with some of our Garden Game photos — three columns wide on the Area front. But gardening successes and oddities have their place in a community paper (the Home & Garden page), and we’d love for people to submit more on our website. We don’t shoot Garden Game photos ourselves, but we’d love to have yours, digitally. Q: Is everything in the print

edition available online for free? A: No. Virtually all our locally written stories are on salisburypost.com, but we don’t post every wire story that may appear in the print edition. Nor will you see regular features (advice columns, comics, puzzles) or photo layouts. By the same token, printonly readers miss material other readers share on our site — photo galleries, comments — and digital features that don’t work in print. The site also has an archive of stories going back to 2002. You can see the entire paper online if you subscribe to our e-paper for $5.95 per month. That gives you access to images of the actual newspaper pages. (Current subscribers are already granted access at no additional charge. E-mail circ@salisburypost.com for more information.). The e-paper is a good alternative to a mail subscription, which costs $29 per month. That’s a little bit of what we talked about. If you have questions about the Salisbury Post, please send them in and I’ll try to get you an answer. The economy and the Internet have changed the way many of us do business. But we plan to be in business for a long time. • • • Elizabeth Cook is editor of the Salisbury Post.

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‘Jewel from Lebanon’ shone brightly BY VICTOR FARRAH Special to the Salisbury Post

y mother, whom I considered the loveliest woman in the world, often told me the story of her journey from Lebanon to the United States. Her childhood friend, Selma Noomie, confirmed this story in every detail at my mother’s funeral in June 1968. Mrs. Noomie accompanied my mother across LILY FARRAH the Atlantic on the Olympic, the sister liner of the Titanic. Mother was born in Kfar Shima, in Zahle, Lebanon, in June 1892. At that time, the custom was to record all family memoranda in the family Bible. However, because no record of the exact day of birth existed, mother assumed that on June 15, 1892, Lily Saigh Barbour was born of noble parents. Her father was a dedicated missionary of the Presbyterian Church to Johannesburg, South Africa, for over 50 years. In her early teens, mother taught English at the American University in Beirut, Lebanon, where she graduated. Beirut was where she was to be given in marriage to my father, George Farrah. At that time, in March 1912, father had designated his close friend, Abraham Andrews, who was visiting in Lebanon, to return to the U.S. with my mother as my father’s bride. This kind of

arranged marriage was not uncommon in those days. Most of the immigrants wanted a “jewel from the ‘old country’ ” for a wife. Lebanon was then under Syrian rule, while the Ottoman Turkish Empire controlled most of the Middle East. My father, a native of Damascus, had no difficulty in arranging this kind of wedding. The unusual aspect of this marriage was my mother’s having been reared as a devout Presbyterian and contemplating marriage to a loyal Syrian Orthodox Catholic. Mother departed Lebanon in March 1912 for France to be a passenger on the new luxury liner Titanic, and was scheduled to leave Cherbourg, France, on the ship on April 10, 1912. While visiting in Paris, Mother found that Selma Noomie, her childhood friend, was leaving April 1 on the Olympic, the sister ship. They decided to go to the White Star Shipping office to request space for Selma on the Titanic. Mother was to sail as a passenger in steerage, which was the cheapest fare and was down below the water line in the bow of the ship, crowded and most uncomfortable. The ticket agent informed the two young women that he could not possibly provide space for Selma on the Titanic’s maiden voyage. When the women began to cry, the ticket agent suggested that my mother accompany Selma on the relatively new Olympic. That was satisfactory. The trip was uneventful, and when they arrived in New York, they arranged to stay at a hotel with other Arab and

Lebanese immigrants, after the immigration examination and brief stay at Ellis Island. On April 15, 1912, my parents were married in New York, with Abe Andrews and Selma Noomie as witnesses. The occasion was happy, especially because my father was 14 years older than my mother, and he had waited for this “jewel from Lebanon” for quite some time. My father had arrived in the U.S. from a small village near Damascus, Bab-Il-Salah, in 1899, a runaway from the Turkish army. In those days, the Turkish, mostly Muslims, used the Christians as “cannon fodder,” literally dragging them into the army. My father was only 20 years old when he arrived at Ellis Island in 1899. The happy newlyweds settled in the hometown of my father's friend in Cambridge, Ohio. Cambridge is a beautiful part of Ohio in the coal mining area, and at the turn of the century, it was a steel mill town. My father opened a high-class pool hall and a bowling alley with duck-pin lanes. In those days, the mill workers came to his place because my father was a wonderful, outgoing personality who was well-liked by almost everyone. Of course, when my parents and other people learned of the sinking of the Titanic, the shock was enormous because many of their friends were lost in the tragedy. The wonderful marriage of my parents produced nine children: John was born in 1913; Leona in 1914; Edward in 1915; Alexander in 1917; George in

1919; Joseph in 1922; Victor in 1924; Jean in 1927; and the youngest, Bill, in 1929. My father moved the family to Detroit in 1919 after losing Alexander, who is buried at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Cambridge, Ohio. In May 1924, Joseph died in Detroit and is buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery. These were extremely difficult and sad times for my parents, because in 1930 my mother experienced a very serious cancer operation on her larynx. She suffered partial loss of her voice; however, she was a strong and steadfast mother and wife. With the advent of the dreadful Depression of 1929, my father lost his business, his building on St. Jean and Jefferson and his home at 3059 Sheridan. I believe that these events caused my beloved father to suffer a “broken heart.” In the latter part of the ’30s, he developed a threatening heart ailment and could no longer work. My mother supported the family by going from door to door in Grosse Pointe selling uniforms and dresses. This valiant and devoted mother who became a widow at the age of 49 in 1942 was responsible for keeping us together as a family. She was a shining example of a true “jewel from Lebanon.” Mother died June 3, 1968, and my parents are buried together in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Detroit. What a noble pair they were! • • • Victor Farrah lives in Salisbury.

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OTHER OPINIONS

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Congress should check the mirror he massive oil-rig explosion off the coast of Louisiana has set off the usual round of finger-pointing. It’s British Petroleum’s fault, President Obama and members of his administration keep repeating, and the oil company will pay. But we need the federal government to help solve the problem, say the governors on the ground, and to make sure that BP delivers on the damages. There’s more than a little irony in the fact that the gulfstate governors — Republicans STEVE AND all — are calling COKIE ROBERTS on Washington for help. These are states currently suing the federal government over the healthcare law, claiming that it infringes on states’ rights, but when they need the federal government to help pick up the tab for activating the national guard, their own state militias, that’s another story. Eager to show that the administration is doing everything it can in this part of the country that felt so abandoned by the Bush White House in the days after Hurricane Katrina, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates immediately agreed to write the check to the governors without even a snide remark regarding their complaints about Washington spreading its tentacles into their states. The Defense Department expects to send the bill on to BP, which is responsible for the cleanup. But it’s not clear whether BP will be forced to pay for much beyond the cleanup — whether the oil company will be held responsible for the loss of income to the fishing and tourism industries, for example, because of a federal law limiting the oil company’s lia-

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Many great views of Salisbury During the first weekend in May, seven photographers visited Salisbury to participate in a project called Hometown Books. Our goal was to take pictures of Salisbury’s landmarks and to capture the essence of the city for an up-coming photobook. Salisbury was the first city selected for what we hope will be a series of Hometown Books. We found history, old attractions, venerable businesses and some brand new places, too. Most of all, we found friendly people! We enjoyed the stories, enthusiasm, encouragement and the pride that is so obvious. We met lots of folks who made recommendations about things and places that need to be photographed for the book. Our photographers came from Kitty Hawk, Atlanta and points in between. We took thousands of photos, and we hope that we can soon provide a book of lasting value to a great city with a positive spirit. On behalf of all of our photographers, we are grateful to everyone we met. We also wish to express our appreciation to Randy Hemann and the staff of Downtown Salisbury, Inc., who helped immeasurably with planning and logistics for this exciting project. — Marshall Hurley Greensboro

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bility to $75 million in damages, a number likely to be miniscule compared to the hardship suffered along the Gulf Coast. Members of Congress, who have already summoned oil-company executives for a public grilling, introduced legislation earlier this week to increase the liability amount to $10 billion, but if it passes, it will come too late for the humans, the wildlife and the wetlands suffering from the gulf disaster. When we start looking for the villain in this explosion that took the lives of 11 men, and in the one in the West Virginia coal mine that killed 29 more, we find the U.S. Congress firmly in our cross hairs. The laws have simply let the energy companies off the hook. The builder of the rig, for instance, failed to install a remotecontrol device that may have been able to stop the massive leak. Would BP have insisted on the $500,000 switch if it knew its liability was unlimited? Instead the company, which has faced a series of other violations and paid minimal fines, has lobbied against stricter safety regulations. That’s hardly unusual; no business wants more rules hampering its operations. But the energy companies have been more successful than most at avoiding them. Look at what happened in West Virginia — the owner of the Upper Big Branch mine had been called to task 123 times so far this year by the Mine Safety and Health Administration. But those citations didn’t cause the mine to shut down or cleanups to occur. The company can challenge them and keep operating. That’s what Massey Energy did. These companies give millions in campaign contributions and spend many millions more on lobbyists in Washington. But representatives from oil- and gas-producing states and coal-mining states don’t even need to be lobbied in order to protect the ener-

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A shrimp boat pulls booms to collect oil in the waters of Chandeleur Sound, La. gy companies. They are the engines that fuel the states’ economies, paying taxes that help support public services and providing well-paid jobs to thousands of people. Those jobs matter a great deal to the people of West Virginia and Louisiana. But their lives matter more. And the preservation of the environment matters as well. These companies make billions of dollars. Right now, their profits are hitting record highs. They can more than afford to install whatever devices exist that could better protect the people who work for them, instead of spending their money lobbying against safety requirements. Shame on them for not putting

their workers’ well-being first. But even more shame on Congress for allowing the energy companies to escape tougher laws. That’s the first role of government — to protect the people. Soon we’ll see the familiar spectacle of company executives called to Capitol Hill, facing a series of lectures by lawmakers. And they deserve those lectures. But as the members of Congress look for someone to blame for the explosions that have had such devastating effects, the mirror would be a good place to start. • • • Steve Roberts’ new book, “From Every End of This Earth” (HarperCollins), was published this fall.

Is real Obama a uniter or a divider? resident Barack Obama certainly is not a socialist — let alone a communist — as some of his far-out detractors claim. But he and his aides certainly are in populist “whack industry” mode. From BP to banks, health insurance companies to special interest lobbyists, Obama & Co. pass up no opportunity to slash and bash — except when they are asking for industry cooperation or appealing for national unity. The dichotomy between one MORTON mood KONDRACKE rhetorical and the other is so pronounced that you almost suspect the administration and its leader are bipolar. Or that they are juggling the need to govern cooperatively with the need to pander to the president’s sometimes-restive left wing and the populist mood du jour. In February, for instance, Obama-the-unifier told the Business Roundtable — that is, big business CEOs — that “a thriving America is within our reach, but only if we move forward as one nation, only if we move past the debates and crippling divides between left and right, business and labor, private enterprise and the public sector.” This came a few weeks after Obama denounced “reckless” “fat cat bankers,” whom he accused of conspiring with House Republicans to “kill financial reform and leave American consumers and our economy vulnerable to another meltdown.” It came amid nonstop vilification of the health insurance industry as Obama sold health care reform — even though that industry initially proposed the basic design of universal coverage, insurance reform and an individual mandate. At an early stage of that campaign, Obama included pharmaceutical companies and hospitals in his “special interest” denunciations — until their lobbyists made sweetheart deals with the administration and, in the case of drug companies, spent $100 million on ads backing his plan. Even though health care reform has passed and is in the midst of a complicated process of implementation — requiring cooperation from the insurance industry — the administration is still on the attack. Late last month, when America’s Health Insurance Plans, the industry lobby, announced that

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President Obama has said his animus against the insurance industry is ‘personal,’ based on his mother’s struggle with an insurance company as she battled cancer. companies would speed up implementation of the law’s ban on rescission of policies except in cases of fraud, the White House reacted snarkily. “Health reform made rescissions illegal because all Americans should be able to rely on quality care when they need it most,” top Obama health adviser Nancy-Ann DeParle said. “It’s heartening to see that the insurance companies who employed these terrible practices — and fought reform — are coming around doing the right thing by instituting the ban right away. We’ll be watching closely and holding them to their word.” Rescission — canceling an insurance policy — is a “terrible” practice when it’s used to avoid paying a legitimate claim, but in most cases, it’s an anti-fraud device and it’s rare. State regulators say it occurs on less than 0.4 percent of policies. By contrast, Medicare, which pays almost every claim, loses about $60 billion a year to fraud, 10 percent of its total budget. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, the Cabinet officer most responsible for implementing reform, has said she expects the process to involve “hand-to-hand combat” with insurance companies. When insurance companies discovered that the health care law as written did not require them to guarantee insurance to children with pre-existing conditions —

only to cover children with existing policies — Sebelius accused them of “seeking to avoid or ignore” the law. She threatened to change it by regulation. When the industry agreed to guarantee coverage on its own, White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs sent out a tweet: “Kids 1, Insurance 0.” Sebelius, a former Kansas governor and insurance commissioner — and earlier, chief state lobbyist for trial lawyers, the nemesis of insurance companies — also jumped immediately on disputed allegations that the nation’s largest insurer, WellPoint, systematically cancels coverage for breast cancer victims. The day after a Reuters story made the charge, Sebelius wrote a letter to WellPoint CEO Angela Braly, a celebrated campaigner against breast cancer, urging her to “end the unconscionable practice of deliberately working to deny health insurance to women diagnosed with breast cancer.” Braly wrote Sebelius, “To be absolutely clear, WellPoint does not single out women with breast cancer for rescission. Period.” The company said it rescinded less than 0.1 percent of all its policies last year, usually because claimants had made significant misstatements of fact in applying for insurance. As Obama has made clear many times, his animus against the insurance industry is “personal,” based on his mother’s struggle with an insurance company when she was battling cancer. But blasting business is not confined to insurance. Last weekend, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar twice said the administration intended to keep its “boot on the neck” of BP over the Gulf oil spill. Then what do we make of Obama at the University of Michigan last week, saying that “vilification and over-the-top rhetoric closes the door to the possibility of compromise”? My own hunch is that Obama, at heart, is not a socialist but a liberal without the slightest idea of how private enterprises create wealth — and deeply suspicious of their practitioners. But he knows that unifying rhetoric is what the country wants to hear. So one day it’s one thing. Another day it’s another. If this is right, it won’t stop, and it’s very sad. • • • Morton Kondracke is executive editor of Roll Call, the newspaper of Capitol Hill.

nyone remember health-care reform, the issue that dominated the American political landscape for 18 months? The issue that had self-styled “patriots” packing town-hall meetings to shout down lawmakers? No? It seemed so important last summer. Here’s another: “Reform and repeal!” Don’t hear that much anymore. It was the slogan for what conservative Republicans were going to do with President Barack Obama’s health-care law after they got their hands back on the levers of power, betting rightly the public has forgotten what happened the last time that happened. DALE Most Americans, MCFEATTERS it’s a safe bet, don’t know exactly what all’s in the new health-care law, and once they figure out how much of it doesn’t affect them, they won’t bother to find out. And how about, “Drill, baby, drill!” Boy, the air went out of that one in just the length of time it took to coat the Gulf coast with goo. This killed the momentum that had been building nicely for Obama’s energy bill. This seemed like a straightforward explosion and fire on a drilling rig that sadly killed 11 roughnecks, but it took the wily folks at “Fox and Friends” — these are friends? — to surface a deeper, darker conspiracy: Maybe the rig was intentionally sabotaged by guess which foreignborn socialist in the White House. Former FEMA Director Michael Brown of Hurricane Katrina fame, no stranger to a sluggish response to a disaster, suggested that the Obama administration had slowwalked help to the Gulf to give the disaster time to build. And why? To give the president political cover to kill the lifting of restrictions on leases for oil and gas exploration on the Atlantic coast, eastern Gulf and offshore Alaska that he had announced with great fanfare in a televised speech at Andrews Air Force Base. It’s totally unclear why he would do this — the politics make absolutely no sense — but with Obama you can’t tell. Something nefarious, surely. If Obama did have a significant reversal of direction, he wouldn’t be the only one. As The Washington Post’s Dana Milbank pointed out, the states of Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana are represented in the Senate by small-government, free-enterprise conservatives. But in the case of the oil spill, there’s no talk among the congressional delegations of letting the more efficient “private sector” do it. This is a job for big government and taxpayer dollars, the bigger the better. Sen. Jeff Sessions of Alabama is one of Congress’ most vocal supporters of tort reform. But in the case of BP and the oil spill, his solution is simple: Sue the SOBs. “There is something exquisite about the moment when a conservative decides he needs more government in his life,” Milbank wrote. Meanwhile, back in Washington, there is a good chance Congress will pass “Wall Street reform,” a term considered sexier than “financial regulatory overhaul.” The best evidence that the country hasn’t gone socialist is that we just can’t stay angry at capitalists for long, even if they did wreck our economy. The appearance of the Goldman Sachs executives before Congress was hardly the second coming of the Spanish Inquisition. There wasn’t even the second coming of Republican icon Teddy Roosevelt to denounce “malefactors of great wealth.” With health-care reform passed, we’ve now moved on to immigration, especially now that Arizona has empowered local law enforcement, under threat of lawsuits, to round up those who could plausibly be illegal aliens. Despite the fate of President George W. Bush’s bill in 2006, Congress may yet act on immigration reform, but this does seem like one of those problems we would rather fight over than solve. With oil, immigration and the Times Square terrorist, the economy is getting shortchanged, despite House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s attempt to light a fire under the issue at an economic forum: “It’s all about a four-letter word: jobs, jobs, jobs, jobs. We are all about jobs.” We may be all about illegal aliens when it comes time to hire people to clean up the Gulf oil mess. OK, one more time: Anybody, anybody at all, remember health-care reform? It was in all the papers. No? Thought not. • • • Dale McFeatters writes for Scripps Howard News Service.

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CARE FROM 1D loved track and field, played pranks on his sisters, tested her nerves when he was learning to drive, and hosted parties with friends in that basement she now avoids. Jay’s care requires a schedule with such military precision that trips to the grocery store or to church must be planned two days in advance. It starts at 6 a.m., when Eva gives Jay medicines, logs his blood pressure and temperature, and begins his bowel care. That involves properly positioning him, giving suppositories and bathing him afterward. If it’s not done right, he can suffer obstruction or impaction, and they’ve been down that road before. Next comes grooming, and cleaning the breathing tube that attaches to his respirator. By noon, Jay is dressed and into a wheelchair, a lunchtime sludge of nutrients draining into his feeding tube while he listens to the TV. Afternoons bring

physical therapy and twice-weekly prayer sessions with a deacon who comes to their home. At night, they give Jay breathing treatments, empty his urine bag and weigh its contents, because a change in volume can be a sign of trouble. When taking care of such basic needs in babies, “you see them grow” and have the joy of watching them progress, Eva said. “Now, every day is the same,” and the only changes are bad ones, she said, starting to cry again. A year ago, Jay had a setback and lost the ability to swallow. Two months ago, he suffered a nicked kidney and internal bleeding after an operation for kidney stones. When the doctors showed Eva his big wound and how to care for it, “I thought at first, ‘I cannot do it,’ ” she said. But again, she rose to the occasion. The degree of care the Brisenos provide is unusual, said Dr. Mitchell Wallin, one of Jay’s doctors and a neu-

The Brisenos are proud of their son’s service, despite the price they all pay for it now. rologist at Georgetown University and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Washington, D.C. “Most patients in this kind of condition would not be able to live at home,” Wallin said. The Brisenos “are doing an incredible job,” he said. “They don’t take enough breaks. They’re almost too dedicated.” Jay’s father has a plan: forming his own home health care agency to supply nurses for Jay and other wounded veterans. “The only way we can move on with our lives is to hire and interview, from the start, these nurses,” he said. “One of them straight up told us, ‘I’m in it for the money.’ We just looked at each other and said, ‘You’re in the wrong house. You’re not coming back here.’ ”

GLITCH FROM 1D to come from Yahoo. “Hijacking is very much like identity theft. Someone in the world claims to be you,” said Todd Underwood, who worked for Renesys during the Pakistan Telecom hijacking. He now works for Google Inc., trying to prevent hijacking of its Web sites, which include YouTube. In 2003, the Bush administration’s Critical Infrastructure Protection Board assembled a “National Strategy to Secure Cyberspace” that concluded that it was vital to fix the routing system and make sure the “traffic signs” always point in the right direction. But unlike Internet bugs that get discovered and fixed relatively quickly, the routing system has been unreformed for more than a decade. And while there’s some progress being made, there’s little industry-wide momentum behind efforts to introduce a permanent remedy. Data carriers regard the fallibility of the routing system as the price to be paid for the Internet’s open, flexible structure. The simplicity of the routing system makes it easy for service providers to connect, a quality that has probably helped the explosive growth of the Internet. That growth has also increased the risks exponentially. Fifteen years ago, maybe 8,000 people in the world had access to computers that use the Border Gateway Protocol, or BGP, which defines how carriers pass routing information to each other. Now, Danny McPherson, chief security officer at Arbor Networks, believes that with the growth of Internet access across the world and the attendant increase in the number of carriers, that figure is probably closer to 1 million people. Peiter Zatko, a member of the “hacker think tank” called the L0pht, told Congress in 1998 that he could use the BGP vulnerability to bring down the Internet in half an hour. In recent years, Zatko — who now works for the Pentagon’s Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency — has said the exploit would still work. However, it would likely take a few hours rather than 30 minutes, partly because a greater number of Internet carriers would need to be hit. Plenty of solutions have been proposed in the Internet engineering community, going back as far as 1995. The U.S. government has supported these efforts, spurred in part by the Bush administration’s 2003 strategy statement. That has resulted in some trials of new technology, but adoption by data carriers still appears distant. And the federal government doesn’t have any direct authority to force changes. One reason is that the weaknesses in the system are in the routing between carriers. It doesn’t help if one carrier introduces a new system — every one it con-

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The exponential growth of computer use has spawned a corresponding increase in the number of Internet carriers that transfer and manage data streams.

“Hijacking is very much like identity theft. Somone in the world claims to be you.” TODD UNDERWOOD Google Inc.

nects with has to make the change as well. “It’s kind of everybody’s problem, because it impacts the stability of the Internet, but at the same time it’s nobody’s problem because nobody owns it,” says Doug Maughan, who deals with the issue at the Department of Homeland Security. The big Internet carriers seem willing to accept the status quo. Spokesmen at AT&T Inc. and Verizon Communications Inc., two of the largest, world-spanning carriers of Internet traffic, said they were unable to find

anyone at their companies who could discuss the issue of routing reform. Pieter Poll, the chief technology officer at Qwest Communications International Inc., says that he would support some simple mechanisms to validate data routes, but he argues that fundamental reform isn’t necessary. Hijackings are typically corrected quickly enough that they don’t pose a major threat, he argues. One fix being tested would stop short of making the routing system fully secure but would at least veri-

The Brisenos are proud of their son’s service despite the price they all pay for it now. “This is the effects of war, its effects on families. War is ugly and the American people need to know this,” said Jay’s father, who spent 17 years in the Army himself. Eva admits regret but also feels gratitude. “Probably other mothers regret having their sons or daughters go to war, especially when they come home hurt. It’s not easy seeing your child be in this position,” she said. “We are so proud of Jay and we thank God every single day that we have him.”

A changed America

ASHINGTON— Fifty years ago, when he was writing what is still the best account ever of a presidential election campaign, “The Making of the President 1960,” Theodore H. White devoted a full chapter to the findings of that year’s census. Ever since, reporters have mined the decennial census reports for the insights they provide into the changes • • • DAVID in American BRODER society. On the Net: This week, Brisenos on Facebook: a preview of the 2010 census http://tinyurl.com/ya5rjfa becomes available from the also www.caringbridge. Metropolitan Policy Proorg/va/jaysjourney/ gram people at the BrookMotherhood award nomiings Institution. Their renees: http://tinyurl.com/ port, “State of Metropolitan ydnvpus America,” financed by the Charities: www.rebuildRockefeller Foundation, is ingtogether.org/ appropriately subtitled “On www.homefrontonline. the Front Lines of Democom graphic Transformation.” It uses the annually updated data from the Census Bureau’s American Commufy part of it. Yet this system nity Survey to trace the also worries carriers bechanges between 2000 and cause they would have to 2008 in the 100 largest metwork through a central dataropolitan areas. Since those base. now account for two-thirds “My fear is that innovaof the national population tion on the Internet would and three-quarters of the slow down if there’s a need gross domestic product, this to go through a central austudy is a preview of the thority,” Poll says. “I see little appetite for that in the in- census findings we will be reading next year. dustry.” In the space of this colJeffrey Hunker, a profesumn, I cannot begin to do sor of technology policy at justice to the richness of Carnegie Mellon University this 168-page report. But afand a former senior director ter a briefing by Bruce for critical infrastructure in Katz, the program director, the Clinton administration, and several of his colsays he’s not surprised that leagues, I can say that we little has happened on the iswill be discovering a new sue since 2003. He doesn’t and different country that expect much to happen in will challenge many of our the next seven years, either. old policy assumptions and “The only thing that’s going to drive adoption is a ma- political beliefs. Most of us know that durjor incident, which we ing the past decade, we haven’t had yet,” he says. passed the 300 million mark “But there’s plenty of eviin population. But few of us dence out there that a major likely have reflected on the incident would be possible.” fact that 83 percent of that In the meantime, network growth came from nonadministrators deal with hiwhites. Nearly one out of jacking an old-fashioned four Americans under 18 way: calling their counterhave at least one immigrant parts close to where the hiparent. jacking is happening to get Within that growth spurt, them to manually change there has been increasing data routes. Because e-mails diversity, not just along ethmay not arrive if a route has been hijacked, the phone is a nic and racial lines, but on income and education levmore reliable option, says Tom Daly, chief technical of- els. The highs have reached ficer of Dynamic Network higher; the lows have strugServices Inc., which progled to keep up. vides Web hosting and other Cities and suburbs have Internet services. become more alike. A ma“You make some phone jority of members of all ethcalls and hope and pray,” nic and racial groups are Daly says. “That’s about it.”

now suburbanites. The number of suburban poor grew five times as fast as poor city residents. At the same time, the metro areas have become more diverse. The study suggests that we have to think about replacing old categories such as the Sun Belt or the Rust Belt with a seven-way categorization of the places where most Americans live -- depending on overall growth rates, diversity and levels of income and education. As the report notes, “viewing metropolitan America through this lens offers a more nuanced view of the country and its variable challenges than conventional regional generalizations. The South, for instance, counts at least one member in each of the seven metropolitan categories, as very different demographic destinies confront Atlanta versus Augusta, or Miami versus Palm Bay.” Washington, D.C., for example, is one of only nine metro areas where the decade’s population growth, diversity and educational attainment all have exceeded the national average. The other eight are all west of the Mississippi, concentrated in Texas and found also in Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, California and Washington. At the other end of the scales are the 18 lowgrowth, low-diversity, loweducational areas centered on the old industrial cities along the Great Lakes and spreading into the Northeast and the Southeast. The report suggests that future political conflicts may well develop along the lines of demarcation between the growth areas and those lagging in population. But it also uncovers political struggles between the aging populations, ill-accommodated in many suburbs, and the young populations expanding into those same suburbs. By focusing separately on national, regional and metropolitan trends, the scholars give policymakers and citizens alike a new way of viewing the country. And the deeper they look, the more surprises the scholars uncover. The best news is that this is merely the first baseline report, and it will be updated each year. The Web address is www.brookings.edu/ metroamerica. • • • David Broder’s e-mail address is davidbroder@ washpost.com.

SUNDAY CROSSWORD Across 1 Outback developer 7 Like students on finals eve 13 Turn over with faith 20 Pain relief brand 21 Bit of inclemency 22 Have advance knowledge of, as the future 23 Duck's snack? 25 Crossword whose answers contain all 26 letters, e.g. 26 Jeer 27 Play narrated by a stage manager 28 Half of a Pacific island 29 Supermarket ID 30 Ecol. watchdog 31 Give and take 32 Je t'__: I love you, in France 34 __ Wafers 36 Blind alley 38 Canary's cereal? 42 1998 biopic about model Carangi 43 Camelot charger 45 Like sirens 46 Long-shot winners defy them 47 B-flat equivalent 50 Hog meat 51 Stair posts 53 "Alice in Wonderland" (2010) star Wasikowska 54 A loose one can trip you up

57 Garden party hiree 62 Hog hangouts 64 Film with Bond girl Honey Ryder 65 Jason's ship 68 1998 Olympics city 69 Beak 71 Dog's creamer? 74 Cavaradossi's lover 75 Fresh 77 Picked do 78 Aptly named beam 80 Jacuzzis 81 Lounging garb 83 Diner on a hill 86 NYC subway line named for two boroughs 87 Cue 90 Like 20-Across, briefly 91 __ femoris: thigh muscle 93 It may be filled with Londonderry air 97 Van Gogh's confidant brother 98 Early Teutons 100 Mastodon preserver 101 Owl's beverage? 104 Bunkers and streams, to golfers 108 Actress Rene 109 Signed note 110 Snug and comfy 111 Even so 112 Fury 113 Facetious "Not funny"

116 Third degree of a musical scale 119 Uma's role in "The Avengers" 120 Demand to be free 122 Chick's first course? 124 Not metaphorical 125 Tube 126 Service station feature, briefly 127 Regal 128 Garden tools 129 Equilibria Down 1 Declined 2 Like some green tomatoes 3 Sheep's eggplant dish? 4 20-Across target 5 Estuary 6 Going to seed, as grass 7 Grab, as power 8 "Cool" relative 9 In __ parentis 10 Like most early adolescents 11 ___ Beanies: little stuffed animals 12 Muff a grounder 13 Hockey's Phil, to fans 14 Close 15 One paying a flat fee? 16 Fix 17 Like printer paper 18 Attached, as paper 19 Alley prowlers 24 Thigh muscles 28 Moisten, poetically 31 Browns in a pan 33 Gds. 35 Noted WWII photo site, briefly 37 Diego's day 38 Blockade 39 Blood: Pref. 40 Biz boss 41 Poet Thomas 44 Powerful D.C. lobby 47 Intensifies 48 Earth shade 49 Third deg.? 51 Computer geek, e.g. 52 ER "Right away!" 55 Vivaldi's hour 56 Pachelbel's "__ in

Pet food/By John Lampkin

D Major" 58 They may need stroking 59 Cow's dessert? 60 Bivouac 61 Facetious tributes 63 Former Cub star 66 Martha's Vineyard paper since 1846 67 "Law & Order" actor 70 ER stat 72 What the suspi-

cious smell 73 Full of flab 76 Sith lord's title 79 Lee follower 82 Trendy London area 84 Honk 85 Posh 88 Much-visited place 89 Bear in a red shirt 92 1880s pres. monogram 93 Pulse quickeners

94 Touching comment? 95 Stone name 96 Visitors from afar, for short 98 Drop leaf support 99 Stood out 102 Stick 103 Favored a foot 105 Montezuma's people 106 Coyly decorous 107 Middle ear bone

110 Bull attractors 114 "__ in Calico": Crosby song 115 Blessed 117 Ring pretense 118 Old Roman road 119 "¿Cómo __?" 121 Strawberry, in the '80s 122 Véronique, e.g.: Abbr. 123 L.A. hours

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‘Last Child’ nets Hart second Edgar OOKS SALISBURY POST

BY DEIRDRE PARKER SMITH dp1@salisburypost.com

Deirdre Parker Smith, Book Page Editor 704-797-4252 dp1@salisburypost.com www.salisburypost.com

Weiner maps ‘The Geography of Bliss’ BY BETTY MOORE Rowan Public Library

Just as some happiness experts say we find moments of happiness on our way to something else, I discovered Eric Weiner’s CD book about happiness, “The Geography of Bliss: One Grump’s Search for the Happiest Places in the World” on my way to something else. Having heard some of the radio reports by this foreign correspondent, and learning that he read his own book for the CD, I picked it up at the library to listen to in the car. RPL also has the print book. In his work, Weiner has traveled to Iraq, Afghanistan and Indonesia, which many people would consider unhappy places. “What if,” Weiner wondered, “I spent a year traveling the globe, seeking out not the world’s well-trodden trouble spots, but rather its unheralded happy places? Places that possess, in spades, one or more of the ingredients that we consider essential to the hearty stew of happiness: money, pleasure, spirituality, family and chocolate, among others.” Weiner first travels to the Netherlands, especially to meet with Dutch professor Ruut Veenhoven, “the godfather of happiness research,” who oversees the “World Database of Happiness.” He also spends time in Switzerland, Qatar, Iceland, Britain, Moldova, Thailand and several other countries to see if their inhabitants actually fit the stereotypes of happiness (or in the case of Moldova, unhappiness) that others would expect of them. Curious about Bhutan’s policy of Gross National Happiness, he learns that the Bhutanese regard “happiness” as something very different from the smiley-face version often seen in the U.S. For them, it is a collective endeavor. He is told, “We don’t believe in this Robinson Crusoe happiness. All happiness is relational.” Weiner’s book is not so much a book about “how to be happy” as it is one that explores what happiness means in a number of cultures, how it connects to history, wealth, religion, geography and other cultural aspects. At the end of the book, he says that after all his world travels, he now happily divides his time between his living room and his kitchen. I enjoyed the book’s mixture of history, research, culture, memoir and travelogue, as well as the wry humor of his presentation.

Happiness at home Rather than travel to see where in the world happy people live, Gretchen Rubin looks at home for ways to increase her own happiness. In her book “The Happiness Project: Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun,” she chronicles her year-long project to look at “the wisdom of the ages, current scientific research, and lessons from popular culture about how to be happier.” A review in “Publishers Weekly” says Rubin balances “the personal and the universal with a light touch.” 

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At the library this month: Computer classes: Classes are free. Sessions are approximately 90 minutes. Class size is limited and on a first-come, firstserve basis. Dates and times at all locations are subject to change without notice. Headquarters — Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., Create a Flyer in Publisher; May 18, 7 p.m., Excel Basics; May 24, 7 p.m., Intermediate Word. South — May 13, 7 p.m., Basic Excel. East — Tuesday, 7 p.m., Power Point: Beyond the Basics; May 27, 11 a.m., Absolute Beginners E-mail. Children’s summer reading program: May 17, pre-registration at all library locations (children ages 12 months to rising fifth-graders). Rowan Public Library invites children to Make a Splash and join the children’s staff for a fun-filled summer of programs and reading. All programs begin June 14 and run until July 29. Family Night Concert: Headquarters, Friday, 7 p.m., Stanback Auditorium. A special free after-hours concert featuring storytelling, poetry, puppetry and music with Susana and Timmy Abell of Silver Trout Arts. Book Bites Book Club: South only, May 25. 6:30 p.m., “A Great and Terrible Beauty” by Libba Bray, book for May. Each month will feature a different book. There will be refreshments. For more information please call Sara at 704-216-8229. Displays: Headquarters — Water Works, AARP; South — cigarette lighters by Wayne Gladden; East — basket display by Genelia Kluttz. Literacy: Call the Rowan County Literacy Council at 704-216-8266 for more information on teaching or receiving literacy tutoring for English speakers or for those for whom English is a second language.

John Hart’s third novel, “The Last Child” won an Edgar Award for Best Novel on April 29 — making it two in a row for the hometown author. “Down River” won in 2008, and his first book, “King of Lies,” was nominated for an Edgar for Best First Novel. “I was not expecting it,” Hart said from his office in Greensboro. “I’m sitting looking at my two little Edgars” — winners get a bust of Edgar Allan Poe — “and returning calls and it’s a little hard to get going.” Hart and his wife, Katie, went to the banquet hopeful, but aware of the politics of the award. It’s rare that the same author or publishing house wins twice. “We were all dumfounded,” Hart laughed. His publisher thought the book was good, Hart said, and thought it deserved to win, but in the 56 years of the award, no author has won for two consecutive books. Hart studied the list of winners to make sure that was right. Dick Francis won three times, in 1970, 1981 and 1996. James Lee Burke won in 1990 and 1998. Hart met two of his fellow nominees, including Norwegian sensation Jo Nesbo and Kathleen George. A lot of people expected Nesbo to win, Hart said. The nice thing about winning Best Novel — among the many nice things — is that nominees are international. Best First Novel nominees are all American writers. “When ‘Down River’ won, two of the finalists were Irish,” Hart remembers. “The Last Child” also won the Silver Dagger award in England. “I’m not looking forward to releasing my fourth book after this,” Hart joked. “I’ve always felt the book would win. I remember saying to

John Hart won a second consecutive Edgar award for his third novel ‘The Last Child.’ the publisher, ‘What are we going to do when we win the second Edgar?’ ” And that’s just what they’ve been talking about. “The Last Child” is out in trade paperback and has been on the New York Times bestseller list for seven weeks. “It looks great,” Hart said. Better than a mass market paperback. His first two novels are now going to be released in trade paperback. “I always think it’s (“The Last Child”) the best book I’ve ever written, the best book I’ll ever write. “I just didn’t believe ... two of three seemed impossible.” Hart said he was “floored, not because the book wasn’t worthy,

but because there’s not a chance eight judges would pick the same author.” Hart shares some prestigious company on the list of books that won Best Novel: Raymond Chandler, Ellis Peters, John le Carre, Donald Westlake, Tony Hillerman, Margaret Maron, Lawrence Block, among other familiar names. “It’s a good list to be on,” Hart said. His next book is moving a little slower, he said. He took some time off after “The Last Child.” But he said he sent some pages to New York just before the Edgars and “I was delighted they were delighted. They’re very happy where I am.” It’s a different kind of book, a

more traditional thriller. “It’s taken a while to get used to writing about overt violence. ... There’s a lotta people dying in this book. It seems strange to me, seeing them dying, not hearing about it. “One thing I decided early on was I don’t want the books to feel all the same. ... ‘The Last Child’ was so different and for it to pan out was great. “I am delighted.” The awards are given by the Mystery Writers of America. Other best novel nominees were “The Missing,” by Tim Gautreaux; “The Odds,” by Kathleen George; “Mystic Arts of Erasing All Signs of Death,” by Charlie Huston; “Nemesis,” by Jo Nesbo; and “A Beautiful Place to Die,” by Malla Nunn.

‘Shadow’: Welles’ life through daughter’s eyes “In My Father’s Shadow: A Daughter Remembers Orson Welles,” by Chris Welles Feder. Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill. $24.95. BY DICEY MCCULLOUGH For the Salisbury Post

“In My Father’s Shadow” is a memoir about Orson Welles, written by his oldest daughter, Chris Welles Feder. It is the story of a daughter who desperately longs for her father’s attention but has to compete with the whole world to get it. The book includes details of the life of Orson Welles that no one else would know, except for family members or friends. Welles was born May 6, 1915. At the age of 4, his parents split; at the age of 9 his mother died; and when he was 15, his father died. Orson grew up very lonely, and at one point in his childhood, the only friend he had was his dog, Caesar. While in his teens, he went to live with Skipper and Hortense Hill, who were family friends. They lived in Illinois on a farm and loved Orson like grandparents. Orson went to Todd School, a private school, where he especially enjoyed the theater arts department. He loved writing and was beginning to write plays even then. When he was 16 years old, he made his acting debut in Ireland at the Fitzgerald Gate Theatre. It was there he became hooked on acting and never looked back. Unfortunately, life often got in the way of his acting career. He always seemed to need the company of women, and more times than not, his relationships complicated matters. His first wife was Virginia Nicholson, and they had a daughter, Christopher, in 1938. Orson chose the name for their daughter, and one day Christopher asked her dad why he had given her a boy’s name. All he would say was that she needed to be proud of her name. Her nickname, eventually, became Chris or Chrissie. Orson divorced Virginia and married Rita Hayworth. They had a daughter, and her name was Rebecca. Chris remembered these as being some of the happiest days in her childhood. She loved Rita, and Rita spent time talking and playing with Chris. It wasn’t too many years later, though, that Rita and Orson divorced. Orson then became involved with Geraldine Fitzgerald. They moved in next door to Chris’ home in Santa Monica. This was a good period in Chris’ life because she could see her father almost every day. It didn’t hurt that her father and stepfather were good friends,

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as well. Chris, along with her mom and stepdad, later moved to Beverly Hills. She was not happy in Beverly Hills for several reasons. One of those reasons, of course, was that she didn’t live next door to her father. Another reason she was not happy was because in Santa Monica, her house faced the ocean. Now all she had was a swimming pool. It wasn’t long after the move to Beverly Hills that Orson and Geraldine broke up. Orson soon married for the third time. His third wife was Paola Mori and they had a child named Beatrice. Chris now had two half sisters, but the three sisters were never close because they never had a chance to spend time together. Sometimes, when Orson would travel to other countries, he would arrange for Chris to come visit him. One of the trips Chris remembers most was to Rome. Orson took Chris around the city and explained to her the history of the statues and paintings. She fell in love with Rome and she fell in love with her dad even more. Orson Welles did not go to college, but Chris believed he knew more than any college student. She thought if she could spend one year with her father, she wouldn't need to go to college, either. She asked him how he knew so much and he told her it was from reading all that he could and listening.

For most of her life, the one thing that drove Chris was getting approval from her dad. Her mother told her once that Orson could not love anyone for very long. It didn’t matter if you were his child, his wife, or a friend. He didn’t mean to be this way, it was just the way he was. Perhaps this was the result of losing his parents at a young age or the result of being so lonely. Orson Welles was a director, actor and magician. One of the projects he became famous for was the movie “Citizen Kane.” As the result of his fame, Orson would be asked to sign autographs. Chris resented the time he spent doing this, because it took time away from her. She felt she had precious little time with him as it was, without anyone or anything interfering with her time. Chris had a longing in her heart for Orson to just be Dad. Toward the end of his life, Orson and Chris began talking on the phone more and more. Sometimes he called Chris because he wanted cheering up over some project that didn’t go well, In one of the last phone conversations they had, Orson said to Chris, “They’re gonna love me when I’m dead.” It wasn’t long after that conversation that Orson was found slumped over his typewriter, dead. The doctors said his heart just stopped working. Chris so desperately wanted her father’s love that her value as a person became overshadowed by that desire. It wasn’t until after his death that she would be able to accept what a great contribution he made to the entertainment world. In doing so, she discovered her worth as well. Chris is glad the world has come to recognize her dad’s creative genius. As Orson Welles predicted, the world did come to love him. There have been many festivals and awards dedicated to his memory and accomplishments since his death. Through the pages of the book, you can see the effect life in the spotlight can have on a family. The details of the events and the dialogue are so clear that they give you the feeling of listening in on the conversations in the book. Orson Welles had been seeking love all of his life. He had been seeking love through that one perfect woman or that one perfect film. When he died, he was living with a woman who Chris believed fulfilled that need in her father. Her name was Oja Kodar. Chris and Oja became friends after her father’s death and shared many memories about her father. It seems since her father’s death, Chris has not only discovered her father’s worth, but she also has discovered her own.

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Placing of Wreath

Law Enforcement Explorers

Musical Prelude

Mr. Stephen Stringer

Posting of Colors

12:00 Noon-Salisbury Police Honor Guard

Pledge of Allegiance

Law Enforcement Explorers

Invocation

Dr. Randal V. Kirby Associate Minister First Presbyterian Church

Welcome

Rowan County Sheriff Kevin Auten Salisbury Police Chief Rory B. Collins

Special Music

The Last Best Place Madison McCorkle & the Singing Deacons

Scripture Lesson

Salisbury Police Chaplain Harold Bumby

Special Music

The Prayer Vocals, Robin and Courtney Allen Piano, Ruth Chaparro Kennerly

Alter Ritual/Final Inspection of Wreath

Deputy Chief Steve Whitley

State of North Carolina, Roll Call of Honor (May 2009-May 2010)

Salisbury Police Chaplain Tom Teichroew

Sergeant Dulan Earl Murray Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .May 15, 2009 Nags Head Police Department Trooper Kyle Patrick Barber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .May 19, 2009 NC Highway Patrol Sergeant MickyGray Hutchens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .October 12, 2009 Winston-Salem Police Department Deputy Sheriff Charles Douglas (Charlie) Brown Jr. . . .December 8, 2009 Martin County Sheriff’s Office, NC

Rowan County Roll Call of Honor prior to 2009 Rowan County Sheriff’s Office Chaplain Mike Taylor

A Special Thanks to the following for their Contributions First Presbyterian Church for the use of their facilities

Robin and Courtney Allen-Vocals Ruth Chaparro Kennerly-Pianist

Dr. Randal V. Kirby, Associate Minister First Presbyterian Church Stephen Stringer, Pianist for First Presbyterian Church

Debbie Suggs Catering for the meal Ms. Cindy Lefler-Cakes Salisbury Flower Shop-Wreath

The Singing DeaconsTommy Young, Bass and vocals Donnie Miller, guitar Bob Loper, Mandolin Jeff McCorkle, Banjo and vocals Madison McCorkle

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Think it’s a sleepy little bluegrass festival? Think again BY KATIE SCARVEY kscarvey@salisburypost.com

’ve heard talk of Merlefest since I moved to Salisbury, but before this year, it’s been just a hazy image in my mind: a bunch of old geezers picking banjos on the grounds of a community college. Ho-hum little bluegrass KATIE festival. Those who SCARVEY have actually attended Merlefest in recent years will imagine my surprise at discovering the reality of this incredible and exhilarating celebration, held April 29-May 2. If I hadn’t figured that out

on the first three days, I surely would have realized it on Sunday, when the Avett Brothers played to an enormous and passionate crowd, whose enthusiasm was not in the least diminished by the blazing sun that day. Security pretty much gave up trying to keep the crowd out of the aisles. As I stood on the media platform waiting to take pictures, a Merlefest security worker apologized to me. “I’m not sure you’re going to be able to get back to your seat,” he said. Fortunately, while Avett

Brothers fans are rabid, they were also polite enough to let me through the crowd, especially since I was moving AWAY from the band. The Avett Brothers seem poised for superstardom; they’ve been so busy of late that their Merlefest appearance was their first in the state this year, which perhaps accounted for so many of their North Carolina fans making the trek to Wilkesboro for an increasingly rare opportunity to see them. I attended all four days of Merlefest this year with my co-worker Sarah Hall. The festival, held on the grounds of Wilkes Community College, has come a long way since 1988, when artists performed on a flatbed truck. Now, Wilkesboro has become a vacation destination for many, thanks to this wonderfully well-oiled celebration of music — which has kept its bluegrass roots but also transcended them. Initially I was tempted to let the crowd estimates keep me away, but I’m glad I didn’t because while huge numbers of people do attend, organizers are prepared for it. When the final figures were tallied, attendance over the four days exceeded 76,000 people, about 6,000 more than last year. That figure includes ticketholders, volunteers and Wilkes County schoolchildren who see Merlefest performers at their schools on the opening day.

Steve Martin kept the crowd laughing but also proved his skill on the banjo. The festival also reversed a trend in which unpaid attendance was greater than paid attendance. This year, more tickets were sold than were given away to students, volunteers and others. More than 100 artists performed on 15 stages, representing everything from bluegrass and blues to gospel, country-fried rock, Creole, Celtic and Newfoundland sea shanties. One of the cowboy groups (think yodeling) — Wylie and the Wild West — even did a little Rolling Stones — just to prove they could. The good attendance, part-

ly attributable to the stellar lineup and partly to the sunny weather, was great news for Wilkes Community College. Merlefest — which has been held since 1988 in honor of Doc Watson’s son Merle, who died in 1985 in a tractor accident — is the primary fundraiser for the school, funding scholarships, capital projects and other educational needs. Other local groups benefit as well, raising many thousands of dollars while keeping festival-goers fed.

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Scott and Seth Avett of the Avett Brothers close down Merlefest with a bang.

Above, country star Dierks Bentley performed to an appreciative crowd Saturday. Left, fans follow the band Scythian’s appeal to ‘put your hands in the air.’

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MERLEFEST FROM 1E Notably and wonderfully absent in the main food area were festival staple artery-cloggers like funnel cakes and fried Snickers bars. Instead, festival-goers chowed down on Thai food, burritos, black bean burgers, barbecued chicken, gigantic turkey legs and roasted corn. You could eat well and reasonably at Merlefest and be happy you were supporting more than 30 local organizations (like Scout groups and churches) instead of some trans-fathappy mega-corporation. Hundreds of volunteers keep this festival running smoothly. Although a whiff of booze could occasionally be detected, the alcohol ban is widely respected and keeps the festival family friendly. Kids are admitted free with a paying adult, which also keeps the focus on family. Everything about Merlefest, from the layout to merchandise vendors (who offer everything from face jugs to cowboy boots to jewelry handcrafted in Boone) seems thoughtfully planned. But of course the music is the reason people attend. Over the course of the weekend, I got to hear Steve Martin picking and quipping with Asheville’s Steep Canyon Rangers, 1970s favorite Little Feat and ’80s icon Elvis Costello and the Sugarcanes. Those were all great, especially Steve Martin, but the greatest thing about the festival for me was discovering bands I knew nothing of. The bands I was happiest to be introduced to included Cadillac Sky, a Texas band, Great Big Sea from Newfoundland, The Duhks and Scythian. Sarah and I particularly loved Cadillac Sky, an innovative group hard to classify but easy to love for their emotion, humor and inventive musicianship. Band member David Mayfield hurtled around the stage in wildly entertaining and

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slightly alarming feats of gymnastics. Sunday he performed with the Avett Brothers, whose shows his sister Jessica Mayfield often opens. It was also wonderful to see Doc Watson perform. Why he is so beloved became clear to me as I basked, with thousands of others, in the kind and gentle spirit he radiates from the stage. While the focus for most festival-goers is on listening to music and discovering new bands, the event also provides opportunities for musicians to hone their skills, with instrumentpicking lessons, jam sessions and music education workshops. On Thursday or Friday, I noticed a tiny little girl playing the fiddle in a jam session under a tent with some grown-ups. I was struck by her focus and the serious look on her face and got a few photos. Sunday, the group Scythian (another wonderful discovery) invited her to play with them on the Watson Stage. I took a few more photos of super earnest Ruth Shumway and wondered how terrifying and wonderful it would be to be 7 and performing for screaming fans on the main stage at Merlefest. Before Merlefest started, I was unsure I’d be able to stand four days at a festival and was prepared to leave early if I overdosed on bluegrass. But Sunday afternoon as I was preparing to drive home, I realized how sorry I was that it was over — and that that so many easily accessible Merlefests have gone on without me. While most people probably can’t devote four days to attending the whole festival, we in Salisbury are fortunate that Wilkesboro is an easy drive — less than an hour and a half — and that we can attend for the day and not have to worry about accommodations in a town that is understandably overtaxed during the run of the festival. Merlefest 2011 is set for April 28-May 1.

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Seven-year-old fiddler Ruth Shumway, above, attracted the admiration of the band Scythian, who brought her on the Watson Stage with them Sunday morning. Shumway began playing the violin when she was 3.

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Shirley Gene Cuthbertson and Virginia Ann Cuthbertson of Woodleaf celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary April 16, 2010. A family celebration was held April 17 at North Rowan Cafeteria in Spencer. The Cuthbertsons were married April 16, 1960, in Woodleaf. Mr. Cuthbertson retired from Freightliner. The couple’s children are Kenneth Cuthbertson, Freddy Cuthbertson, Sophia Davidson, Shirley Cuthbertson Jr., Vickie Davis, Donnie Cuthbertson, Sherry Parks, Jemall Cuthbertson, the late Herbert Ellis and the late Nancy Luckey. They have 25 grandchildren, including the late Richard Cuthbertson, and 28 greatgrandchildren. R123510

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Brett Alyn Howell of Morrisville graduated from the Lauren Elisa Smith of Rockwell and Bruce Lawrence Brandl of University of Florida in GainesSalisbury were united in marriage Dec. 31, 2009, at St. Luke’s ville, Fla., Saturday, May 1, 2010, Episcopal Church. The Rev. Cecelia C. Schroeder officiated the 7 with a Ph.D p.m. ceremony, which in Chemical was followed by a recepEngineering. tion at Stelia Restaurant A 2002 and Lounge. graduate of The bride was escorted S o u t h by her father, Robert Evans Rowan High Smith. She was attended School, Brett by her sister, Alyssa Smith earned his of Rockwell, as maid of bachelor ’s honor and Leslie Huffman degrees in of Durham as matron of chemical honor. Ameran Whaley of and textile Rockwell was bridesmaid. engineering from North Glenn Brandl of Carolina State University in Salisbury was his brother’s 2006. He has a post-doctoral best man. Groomsmen position at the Hamner included brother of the Institutes of Health Sciences at bride Alexander Smith of Research Triangle Park. Rockwell and Dustin Brett is the son of Carla and McLeod of Salisbury. Dwight Howell of China Grove The bride is the daughand the husband of Michele ter of Robert and Susan Popple Howell. R123507 Smith of Rockwell and the granddaughter of the late Robert Louis Smith, “We Want To Be Your Flower Shop” Arthur and Jane SmithSteinberg of Salisbury, Lin Loflin Miller of Lake Norman and Charles and Mary Owen of Salisbury. A 2004 graduate of East Rowan High School, Lauren earned degrees in human nutrition and wellness and public health from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2008. Call (704) 633-5310 • Salisbury The groom is the son of Joyce Brandl Costantino of Salisbury and • Say It With Fresh or Silk Flowers the grandson of Yolanda and the late Glenn Sheridan of New Port Richey, Fla. A 2006 graduate of East Rowan High School, Bruce is an • Wilton Cake & Candy Supplies Airman First Class in the United States Air Force and is studying • Balloons aircraft fuel systems at College of the Air Force, where he has been • Many Gift Items honored as Most Professional Airman and Expert Marksman. The couple are living at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Delivery & Wire Service Available – Weddings associate degree in HVAC from Cape Fear Tucson, Ariz. R123509 Community College in 2010, where he was on the dean’s list. A veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and honor graduate of Platoon 3077, he is employed at Bald Head Island Club at Bald Head Island. Following a cruise to the Virgin Islands, the couple will make their home in Oak Island. R123511

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MOORESVILLE — Jessica Renee Morris and James Michael “Jay” Phillips Jr. were united in marriage Saturday, May 8, 2010, at Carrigan Farms. Pastor Jim Grigg officiated at the 6 p.m. ceremony, which was followed by a reception. The bride was escorted by her father, Robert Morris, and attended by Sarah Morris of China Grove as maid of honor. Serving as bridesmaids were Megan Morris of China Grove, Jaime Phillips of Granite Quarry, Jordan Phillips of China Grove, Hali Snider of China Grove and Mandy Yost of Landis. Brad Lanning of Landis stood as the groom’s best man. Groomsmen included Joseph Cress, Henry Granados, Justin Haney, Alex Johnson and Jason Whitaker, all of China Grove. Kendra Petrea of Concord served as flower girl, and Jakob Phillips of Linwood was ring bearer. Guest registrar was Kara Petrea, and wedding director was Karen Petrea. Hostess was Charlotte Hayes. The bride is the daughter of Robert Morris of China Grove and Teresa Morris of Rockwell. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Billy Morris of China Grove and Mrs. Jean Woodward of Rockwell. A 2005 graduate of South Rowan High School, Jessica received a degree in cosmetology from Rowan-Cabarrus Community College in 2008. She is employed by Glamorous Spa and Salon in Ocean Isle. The groom is the son of Michael Phillips of Linwood and Susan Johnson of China Grove. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. John Bulla and Mr. J.C. Johnson, all of Salisbury. A 2002 graduate of South Rowan High School, Jay received an

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Bud and Sue Leonard of Salisbury celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary April 23, 2010. A ceremony to renew their vows was held that evening followed by a reception. The couple plan to continue celebrating their adventure as the Lord’s plan unfolds for the rest of their lives together. The Leonards were married April 23, 1960, in York, S.C. Bud retired from both the U.S. Navy and Norandal USA, Inc. In Bud’s own words, “Sue has been an amazing wife and mother and has kept the house well.” Their four sons are Richard, Arron, Jeff and Burt. They have nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. R123504 Forms are available to report your Celebrations news to the Salisbury Post. They can be picked up at our office at 131 W. Innes St. at the Classified Desk inside the front door. Or you can download them at our Web site, www.salisburypost.com, by scrolling to the bottom of the home page and clicking on Celebrations Forms under Special Sections. Or you can call 704-797-7682 and request that forms be faxed or mailed to you.

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David and Sandra Jones of Salisbury are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Kay Jones, to David Alan “Jack” Jackson, both of Salisbury. Megan is the granddaughter of Robert and Jo Grubb and the late James and Hazel Jones, all of Salisbury. A 2003 graduate of East Rowan High School, she also studied at Pfeiffer University. Megan is the assistant manager at Salisbury Goodwill. Jack is the son of the late Dianne Steeleman Pinkston and the late Stacy Haywood Smith and the grandson of the late James and Martha Steeleman, all of Salisbury. Educated at North Rowan High School, Jack is employed by Kannapolis Goodwill. The wedding is July 31 at Enon Baptist Church, Salisbury. R123508

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The Hunter family recently celebrated the 82nd birthday of Linnie Cowan Hunter of Salisbury, also using the event to capture this five generation photo. Left to right are grandmother Bridgette Hunter, great-great-grandmother Linnie Cowan Hunter, greatgrandmother Gretchen Hunter and mother Lenzie Sherrill holding her son, Drayton Jefferson. R123513

The Pendergrass family took the opportunity for this photo at Tristan Hobart’s recent birthday, who is on the left held by his mother, Shannon Hobart. Also pictured, left to right, are Tristan’s grandmother, Donna Park, his great-grandmother, Junia Lomax, and his great-great-grandmother, Evelyn Pendergrass of Salisbury. R123512 Celebrations announcements require a fee. Please contact the Celebrations Coordinator at 704-797-7682 for your wedding, engagement, anniversary, retirement, generations, or any special occasion announcement. Sizes, prices, and forms are available at www.salisburypost.com, click on Celebrations, or fax 704-639-0003, or pick up forms from the Salisbury Post.

Katrina Wilkerson of Rockwell is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter, Kristina Elizabeth Wilkerson, to John William Bullock Jr. of Concord. Kristina is also the daughter of the late Johnny W. Wilkerson Sr. and the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. York Beaver of Rockwell. A 2009 graduate of East Rowan High School, she also studied at Penn Foster College. John is the son of Audrey Marie Bullock and the grandson of Marie Ebere, both of Concord. Educated at Concord High School, he is an EMT and firefighter. R123506

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A son Hunter Ryan, was born to Jeremy and Laura Smith of Salisbury on April 8, 2010, at Carolinas Medical CenterNorthEast. He weighed 9 pounds, 7 ounces. He has one sister, Anna Beth, 2. Grandparents are Stan and Vicki Bassinger, Jon and Gina Smith and Robert and Amy Kirkman, all of Rockwell. Great-grandparents are Gordon and Helen Peacock of Salisbury, Bill and Rebecca Barger and Barney Knight, all of Rockwell.

The Square Dance Federation of NC started the President’s Charity Ball in 1979 to raise funds for a “Charity of Choice” within North Carolina. Each year the delegates to the Federation vote on which charity to support. Organizations such as Duke University, Baptist Hospital, NC Rotating Music Scholarships and Easter Seals’ Camp Easter have been chosen. In 1990 Hospice of NC was chosen and has been chosen every year since. There are 69 square and round dance clubs in North Carolina. Money is raised through various activities by each club and the funds are sent to the Hospice of North Carolina in Raleigh. Funds raised by each club are then returned to the Hospice of the county where the clubs dance. All administrative expenses are paid by the Federation. During the past 20 years

Zane Davis A son, Zane Christian, was born to Angela and Will Davis of Salisbury on April 20, 2010, at Rowan Regional Medical Center. He weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces. He has one brother, William Warner, 7, and one sister, Lanie Faith, 4. Grandparents are Jeff and Phyllis Warner of Salisbury and Alice and the late Vernon Davis of Salisbury. Great-grandparent is Donald Warner of Austin, Texas.

Lilly Nussman A daughter, Lilly Kate, was born to Scott and Nan Nussman of Waynesville on March 27, 2010, at Mission Hospital, Asheville. She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces. Lilly has one brother, Gabriel, 6. Grandparents are Margaret Stockton of Waynesville, Tony and Jenny Nussman and Bonnie and Jake Cauble of Salisbury. Great-grandparents are Jake and Betty Cauble and Clarice and John Luther, all of Salisbury, and Hiawatha Worley of Waynesville.

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Hospice has received $689,746 from the square and round dancers of North Carolina. Since 1979 all Chosen Charities have received a total of $1,023,895 from Federation dancers. In 2007 the 57th National Square Dance Convention was sponsored by the Federation and was held in Charlotte. A donation of $10,000 was given to Hospice of North Carolina. Paul Walker, caller for Cardinal Squares, noted that three of their dancers in years past have used the services of Hospice. While the Cardinal Squares is a small club, it has raised over $2,000 each year for the past 10 years for Hospice of Rowan County. Visit www. SquareDance.org to find out more.

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On May 4 the Iota Psi of Beta Sigma Phi held a Ritual of Jewels for new member Gladys Joyce. The Ritual of Jewels degree is the second degree of Beta Sigma Phi. Joyce qualified for the degree by completing a study, Invitation to Life as well as six months pledge training and fulfilled all obligations to International, which is located in Kansas City, Mo. Joyce makes her home in ria Bryant and Betsy Bare Cleveland and was sponsored by member Karen Smith. She placed first. Other winners were: Carol and Harold Winecoff, second; Kay Coltrain and Toni Iossi tied with Marie Pugh and Ruth Bowles for third.

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Scouts recognized The Sons of the American Revolution Salisbury Chapter Rowan Resolves recognized seven Eagle Scouts at Becks Reformed Church in Lexington on Feb. 8. The Eagle Scouts are members of Scout Troop #1208. The following Eagle Scouts were recognized Troop leader Lee McCoy Hedrick: Tyler C. Baker, T.J. Baker, Robert Jamison, Jerry W. Lanier, Matthew Zavaleta and Andrew Zavaleta. There were about 20 men in attendance and 90 percent indicated they had been Boy Scouts. S.R. Rowan Resolves Chapter president Michael Anthony Scott of Lexington arranged the awards and the chapter presented the certificates. Grady Hall, past state president and organizing president of the Salisbury chapter, noted that this was the first time the chapter has awarded these certificates and hopes it becomes an annual event. Also attending were members of the Daughters of the American Revolution Elizabeth Maxwell Steele Chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy Robert F. Hoke Chapter #78, Founders and Patriots, and Sons of Confederate Veterans Davidson Guards Camp #1851.

On April 17 the Silver Queen Strollers of Miller Recreation Center celebrated their fifth year gala at the Miller Center. The program consisted of prayer by chaplain Betty Hutchin, scripture by Phyllis Thumside, Sergeant of the Glove and welcome by Queen Mother Evelyn Clayborn. The history and activities were given for the five years by Florence Perry, historian. Poems were read by Vice Queen Mother Jessie Childers, Bettye Hutchin, Idella Watkins and Fannie Butler. The Red Hat songs written by Clayborn and Childers were sung with the Red Hat kazoo being played by Perry and Iola Evans. Joe Ponds also entertained with music and song. Each member received a duplicate of certificate of the first charter and other certificates and recognition were given to Phyllis Wells, Gloria Thompson, Jeff Watkins, Kimberly Kelsey, April Hawkins and La-Keri Brice. The blessing of the food was lead by Madaglene Fox.

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Memories of mom children who lived at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children y mother was born in Queens, N.Y. Her class at 9 a.m. on Memor- was small and the students ial Day, 1932 and were of several grades. Ofdied at 9 a.m. April 12, just ten, these kids were quite beshy of 78. hind scholastically and would In her last months of life, jump ahead multiple grades she reminisced about the the year they were with her. past. During the Depression, She gave individualized her family had to live with tests to each kid, using them various relatives or share an as a guide to when the child apartment with other famiwas ready for more advanced lies. She ate buttered string work, rather than as a means beans for lunch much of the of grading the kids. She told time. But she recalled those the kids the tests were for as good times, filled with her, to see how well she was laughter, “dish night” at the doing in teaching them. movies, and a comforting The most difficult behavsense of community. ioral problems were putty in She remembered having a her hands. She played games lot of fun with all her friends like “stop!” when the kids and cousins with a freedom were getting a bit antsy— and kids don’t have nowadays to the children enjoyed freezing play outside on their own, in mid-air, a checker falling roaming around. She was from their fingers. She had a blessed with always having a very organized day — with best friend since age 5 and a lots of fun games like spelling good sense of humor that let bingo — and also gave the her see the funny side of kids a lot of freedom. everything. She was unfailingly kind Her older relatives had and supportive no matter how been very kind to her, letting long it took a child to learn. her sit in the parlor when they Her classroom had a box had dates coming and making full of dress-up clothing, inher a bridesmaid as a young cluding wigs, and her chilteen. She in turn let her gigdren were allowed to dress up gling younger cousins sit in however they wanted and sit her living room when her in costume all day. Her childates came by. She lived with- dren had so much fun they in walking distance of her forgot they were feeling ill or grandparents,aunts,uncles in pain. and cousins. That’s a lifestyle Every child who had been that is rare nowadays. They through her class had his or all converged on her grandher picture up on her wall — parents’ home on Sunday and so that when they came back each person was greeted with to visit years later, as they ofa hearty welcome — as if no ten did, they knew she had one had seen them for years. not forgotten them. Many Mom remembered hearing came from severely dysfunceveryone yell with delight tional homes, where parents “Here’s Sylvia!” as she could not handle their asthwalked in the door, and how ma, burn problems, etc., and special that made her feel. Mom was the first adult to She was 9 when World War take an interest in them. II broke out and recalls worThese kids, along with her rying about an invasion — a own kids, are her legacy to real concern for people living the world. on the east and west coasts of When my very premature our country. From the time daughter came home from the United Nations was creat- the hospital and needed to be ed in 1945, and for the rest of fed an ounce or two and her life, she prayed for the burped hourly, Mom took the success of that institution in night shift so that we could creating world peace. get some rest. She was a talented teacher Later on, when Jessica enand was blessed with a retered nursery school, she warding job teaching very ill would pick her up at 2 p.m. BY SUSAN JENSEN

and read Dr. Seuss books to her in the car on the way home, eager to get started on the fun. I have never met an adult who remained so in touch with how a child feels and thinks. Bette Davis once said on the Mike Douglas show that “old age ain’t for sissies.” The past few years saw almost all of Mom’s friends pass away and her become bedridden. My mother dealt with her tremendous physical decline and the loss of almost all her friends with acceptance and a focus on the day in front of her. When her very dear friend Rhoda, whom she spoke to every day, passed away two years ago, she philosophically noted that Rhoda was out of discomfort and in a better place. She accepted death as a natural part of life and tried to mitigate our pain at her impending departure from this earthly plane. She had no doubt that once she left the shell of her body, she would be reunited with her beloved parents, relatives, and friends. She was grateful to be able to die at home. The way she handled dying has helped me regard death as a gentle friend, arriving to take you to the next phase of existence. Mom left almost no possessions — just a few pieces of inexpensive jewelry, most of which I had given to her over the years. She also left a pile of photos, a bookmark which said “Faith isn’t faith until it is all you are hanging onto” and a typed definition of the word “humility.” Mom died with almost no stuff, a cherished relative, teacher and friend, surrounded by people who loved her dearly. That’s the way to go. I will miss her greatly. Good bye Mom. Thank you for everything. Dr. Susan Jensen lives in Salisbury with her husband and daughter.

Mr. Melodrama causes problems Dear Amy: My partner and I (we’re both male) have a friend I’ll call “Steven.” Steven is retired with a Ph.D., extremely intelligent and has a lively sense of humor. We enjoy having him over for dinner, watching movies or hanging out. ASK However, his family is dwinAMY dling back East, and we’re pretty much his only friends out here (for reasons that will become clear), so on holidays and special events he has an expectation that we will include him. Sadly, around most other people he can get very loud and even argumentative, and generally overwhelms people. My partner and I can hold our own with him, but over the years he has managed to offend everyone we know. Most of the offenses happened during a period when he was particularly out of control, going through wild real estate speculation, being swindled left and right and making plans to kill himself. We were his anchors. If we don’t include him in events or if we broach the top-

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aj Mahal helped make this year’s Thursday attendance figure possibly the highest ever. Here is an excerpt from Sarah Hall’s blog entry: I was in a small group of media people invited out to Taj Mahal’s bus to talk with the guitar legend before his show. Taj had an 8-string ukulele next to him, and when I brought up the close musical kinship between blues and bluegrass he launched into a mournful bluegrass ballad to illustrate my point, much to my delight. I especially enjoyed Taj’s tale about how he started playing guitar. As a child growing up in Springfield, Mass., he’d had piano, clarinet and trombone lessons, but he hadn’t yet found his instrument. During his teens, one day he was babysitting some of the younger kids at his home, and was entertaining them with hide and seek. He was hiding in the coat closet, when he felt something hard against his back. It was his stepfather’s guitar. He took it out and tried to play it, and he hid in the basement practicing for a few days until his stepfather found him there. All he said to Taj was “Oh, I see you found it.” Taj said there were some neighbor boys who had moved up from Louisburg, N.C., who taught him how to play. The rest is history, and Taj told the crowd Thursday night that he gives North Carolina credit for his musical success.

Left, Alan Doyle, (who plays minstrel Alan A’Dayle in Russell Crowe’s upcoming film ‘Robin Hood’) and Bob Hallett are both founding members of Great Big Sea, a band from Newfoundland.

Above, David Mayfield; left, Andrew ‘Panda’ Moritz; top left, Bryan Simpson

he band Cadillac Sky was definitely a Merlefest crowd-pleaser. Here’s an excerpt from one of Sarah Hall’s blog entries:

We weren’t the only Cadillac Sky fanatics. They drew large crowds to their energetic shows where they wowed the audience with their musicality and entertained them with their personality. This “band without boundaries” has bluegrass at its heart, but ventured through a gamut of genres. There are many layers and subtleties to their music and mercurial shifts of mood. They mostly performed songs from their soon-to-be-released and not-to-bemissed album “Letters in the Deep” (produced by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys) but they also offered a sparkling cover of Death Cab for Cutie’s “I Will Follow you Into the Dark” and cracked the audience up with a barbershop-style, a capella ditty. Katie and I met up with Cadillac Sky at the end of their Saturday afternoon autograph-signing session and we whisked them away to the air-conditioned Merlefest media center where we almost had them to ourselves, with just a few eavesdroppers. The gentlemen proved to be as delightful offstage as on. I have never laughed as much at an interview as this one. The band members seem to best friends, not just musical collaborators. The obvious respect and affection they have for each other shone through.

This is a band on the way up, and we’ll be hearing a lot more from them in the future. Cadillac Sky is comprised of Bryan Simpson, Ross Holmes, Andrew “Panda” Moritz, Matt Menefee, and David Mayfield. My first question was to ask David “Do you ever get hurt?” This inquiry came from the mother in me who had watched with equal parts amusement and alarm as David somersaulted onto stage, leapt out among the crowd to dance with audience members including those at the top of the hill at the Hillside Stage, then rolled down the hill, remounting the stage with a handstand. My question led to an amusingly-told anecdote about David’s near-death experience at a Colorado show when he fell head first through an opening between the stage platform and canvas at the rear of the stage. “Matt immediately asked if he could have David’s guitar,” they joked. Bryan claimed he was the only one who demonstrated some concern for David’s condition before they heard him call out “Don’t stop playing!” and they knew he was still alive. During the Americana Stage show, David stopped being the band’s most hyperactive member long enough to offer a beautiful rendition of “Tired Old Phrases.” At the interview, I told him that I appreciated his touchingly sung sentiments about his parents, and that I wished my children would write a song like that about me.

am Bush has been hailed the King of Newgrass and has been a top innovator in acoustic music for more than 30 years now. Here’s an excerpt from one of Sarah Hall’s blog entries about meeting him:

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On Saturday night, Katie and I were part of the group that visited Sam Bush and his lovely and gracious wife, Lynn, who served us drinks and made us feel right at home. I barely said anything the whole time. I just sat at Sam’s right hand, basking in the positive vibes that radiated from this personable, master musician. He talked about both his passions — making music and watching baseball. He told us he is “the luckiest cat in the world.” He seemed so happy with life that it was contagious, and I was sad to leave the joyous gathering. The only question I had managed to ask was, since he has collaborated with so many musical greats, was there anybody left he hadn’t played with that he would especially like to? His answer: Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck.

Great Big Sea Great Big Sea’s Alan Doyle is poised for a new kind of stardom with the release of “Robin Hood” this week BY KATIE SCARVEY kscarvey@salisburypostcom

hortly before one of their performances, I got a chance to talk to Bob Hallett, one of the founding members of the folk-rock band Great Big Sea, a group from Newfoundland (“Canada’s Hawaii,” says band member Alan Doyle),which began performing in 1993. I listened to some of their music online before attending Merlefest and they were definitely on my list of bands to catch. They play a variety of music, from raucous sea shanties like “My name is Captain Kidd” to Newfoundland drinking songs. Occasionally, they toss in a beautiful ballad, just to keep you off guard. Masterful at prompting the crowd to participate, at one performance they even had the audience singing Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” a capella — no small feat. If you haven’t looked at a map, Newfoundland is a heck of a long way away. Hallett’s family has lived on the rocky, remote island for more than 500 years, he says. Traveling, Hallett said, is “an enormous pain in the a–––” and “the thing that breaks musicians. For Hallett, as for many touring musicians, it’s the traveling that’s work. The playing part is simply fun. The Great Big Sea boys were somewhat taken aback by Merlefest being a dry event. A music festival with no alcohol would be “unheard of” in Newfoundland, Hallett said. “Booze is a social lubricant for everything. Heavy drinking is acceptable in Newfoundland. We’re cavalier about it.”

I asked Hallett to give me a brief tutorial on the pronunciation of Newfoundland, since I was pretty sure I was saying it wrong. He’s used to people from the United States butchering the word. The trick is to put the emphasis on the last syllable, not on the first as most of us do. I asked Hallett about the band’s front man Alan Doyle, who may be poised to become a film star in a week or so. With the support of his buddy Russell Crowe, Doyle was cast in director Ridley Scott’s “Robin Hood,” which opens this Friday. He plays one of the merry men, a minstrel named Alan O’Dayle. Crowe plays Robin Hood. “Russell’s been a fan of the band,” Hallett said, adding that Crowe sometimes plays gigs with them. “He’s a really good singer.” I thought it was kind of strange that not once during the two Great Big Sea performances I saw at Merlefest did Doyle mention this movie, but perhaps he didn’t want to upstage the rest of the band. Hallett seems pragmatic about Doyle’s good fortune. “A rising tide lifts all boats,” he said. While Doyle is the band’s charismatic front man, Hallett seems pretty secure in himself. He tells me that he knows it sounds immodest, but that Great Big Sea has been “rock stars” in Canada for 15 years now. Hallett has an 8-year-old son whom he hasn’t pressured to follow in his footsteps. “I don’t want to irritate him by making him learn s___,” Hallett said. Although travel is hard on a dad with a young son, Hallett says that when he does go home, his son has his undivided attention. Interestingly, he believes that schools are no place for kids to learn traditional music. That ruins the fun, he says. In the world in which he grew up, he says, music was simply everywhere. It was “casual.”

To read our Merlefest blog  Go to www.salisburypost.com  Go to “blogs” link and find Katie Scarvey’s blog, which features more photos, plus entries written by Sarah Hall.