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City wants to buy water from Albemarle; Alcoa ownership in question B Y H UGH F ISHER hfisher@salisburypost.com

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Rick Spoon demonstrates a crossbow at Hill’s Minnow Farm on Bringle Ferry Road. Spoon, who works as a manufacturer’s representive, is traveling to several hunting supply stores answering questions from hunters about new laws regarding the use of crossbows.

Representative demonstrates crossbows at Hill’s Minnow Farm BY SHAVONNE POTTS spotts@salisburypost.com

Carter Thomason has been hunting with his family and friends for years. The 14-yearold uses a rifle but is interested in expanding to crossbows. His grandmother, Barbara Thomason, brought him to Hill’s Minnow Farm where Rick Spoon talked to him about the advantages and components of a crossbow. Spoon, a representative for Parker Compound Crossbows, was on hand Monday at Hill’s Minnow Farm to talk to those interested in learning more about crossbows. Spoon travels with a trailer, target and a set of crossbows to educate people on the mechanics of using one and about a recently changed law. As of Aug. 1, it’s legal for licensed hunters to hunt with crossbows in North Carolina. It is now considered a legal hunting weapon anytime bow-andarrow hunting is allowed. This change in hunting regulations has prompted an increase in crossbow sales, but it hasn’t changed the requirements for legally purchasing a crossbow in North Carolina.

KANNAPOLIS – The question of whether Alcoa will get a new 50-year-license to operate on the Yadkin River has delayed Kannapolis’ consideration of a water sale agreement with Albemarle. Without any preliminary discussion, the Kannapolis City Council voted unanimously to remove discussion of an interlocal agreement and a water purchase agreement with Albemarle and Concord from Monday night’s agenda. After the meeting adjourned, City Manager Mike Legg said the decision was based on questions about the Alcoa licensing question that remain unanswered. “There are a lot of things going on with the Yadkin River issues and the State (of North Carolina),” Legg said. “… We have some information, but maybe not enough.” Legg said there’s no reason to believe Alcoa would try to block or limit Albemarle’s ability to take water from the Yadkin. But, he said, there may not be anything that keeps them from doing so, since Alcoa is not subject to the same regulations as a public utility. Alcoa formerly operated an aluminum plant on the Yadkin in Stanly county. Though the company no longer needs to generate electricity, its request for a new 50-year license has sparked debate over who should control the river. The company owns thousands of acres of land around and under the Yadkin. But cities in Cabarrus would like to buy water from Albemarle to meet growing demand. The Concord City Council approved the deal on August 12. If affected, the agreement would send water through a new $21 million pipeline to Cabarrus County.

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Jeremy Mammano watches as Rick Spoon demonstrates a crossbow. Mammano feels crossbows take the sport out of hunting.

School board finalizes budget, looks to future BY SARAH CAMPBELL

Prospective buyers must obtain a gun permit from the Sheriff’s Office first. It’s odd, Spoon admits, considering the crossbow shoots arrows and not ammunition.

“It has a rifle scope and rifle stock. Except when you cock it, it shoots an arrow,” he said. It’s precisely what Carter Thomason wanted to check out.

“I just want to see what it’s all about,” he said. Carter hunts deer, turkey and duck. He also does some

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Murdock Study will focus on firefighters Program to determine the cause of higher rates of disease, cancer BY EMILY FORD eford@salisburypost.com

KANNAPOLIS — Firefighters have a deadly job. But flames and collapsing buildings are only some of the dangers they face. Others are silent killers — cancer and heart disease. Firefighters are more likely than the general population to develop several types of cancer, including testicular cancer, nonHodgkin’s lymphoma and multiple myeloma. They’re also at higher risk for coronary heart disease. To understand these risks and help find ways to live long after they’ve fought their last blaze, Kannapolis firefighters have turned to Duke University’s Murdock Study at the N.C. Research Campus. The study, named for campus founder and Dole Food

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chairman David Murdock, will enroll 45 firefighters this week. The epidemiologic research project aims to enroll 50,000 people overall and identify genomic similarities across major chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes and arthritis. “Why am I at twice the risk as someone else?” said Scott Linebarger, assistant chief for the Kannapolis Fire Department. Linebarger became concerned in 2006 when the University of Cincinnati found an increased risk of 10 cancers for firefighters. Another study determined that heart attack is the leading cause of death for firefighters. Linebarger wants to know what he can do to lower the risk. “After reading these studies, what better place than the North Carolina Research Campus to seek help,” he said. Today’s forecast 86º/66º Periods of sun, thunderstorm

Duke University launched the Measurement to Understand the Reclassification of Disease Of Cabarrus/Kannapolis Study with a $35,000 gift from Murdock. “We’ve always known that firefighting is a very dangerous job,” Linebarger said. Firefighter go from asleep to “100 percent” in a matter of seconds, he said. “No one has to tell me that’s hard on my heart.” And firefighters have known for years that they are exposed to carcinogens, Linebarger said. They inhale benzene, diesel engine exhaust, chloroform, soot, as well as absorb them through the skin. The department has a mandatory physical fitness program and provides “the best personal protective equipment that we can buy, but that’s not the answer,” Linebarger said. “There’s something missing.” By enrolling in the Murdock Study, firefighters hope to learn “what we can do to even the playing field.” Linebarger wants to know

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what he should eat to prevent cancer and heart disease. Duke’s study specializes in new biomarkers to help diagnose and treat chronic disease, not nutrition. But several other schools and companies at the Research Campus do. When Linebarger approached her two years ago, Dr. Ashley Dunham said she saw an opportunity to create a partnership in Kannapolis. Obtaining blood and urine samples from a high-risk group like firefighters will attract attention, she said. By partnering with someone who specializes in nutrition research or exercise science, Duke could help firefighters find answers, she said. “Part of what I hope this will do is move people to act,” Dunham said. While most Murdock Study participants must live in Kannapolis or Cabarrus County, any Kannapolis firefighter may enroll, regardless of where he or she lives. Contact Emily Ford at 704797-4264.

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Rowan-Salisbury School System officials had to get creative to balance the current fiscal year budget and next year is likely to be much of the same. After months of cuts and looming uncertainly about state and federal dollars, the Board of Education adopted a budget that includes more than $165 million in operating costs Monday. The budget includes $6.1 million in federal stimulus money that will expire at the end of the year. “That means we’re automatically next year going to start with $6.1 million less,” board Chairman Dr. Jim Emerson said. Tara Trexler, the school system’s chief financial officer, said the district expects to receive a portion of the $298 million allocated to North Carolina schools through the federal Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistance Act. “There is a small glimmer of hope there will be jobs bill funding,” Trexler said. “Congress has recognized a need that school systems throughout the country are scrambling to try to make it through the next couple of years.” Personnel costs make up 83 percent of RSS’ operating costs. “That is why it’s critical that we minimize the effect of budget cuts as much as we can,” Trexler said. It is unclear at this time how much funding the $10 billion jobs bill will provide the school system. The state can distribute funding to school districts based on its own primary funding formula or districts’ relative share of federal Title I funds. The U.S. Department of Education estimates it will support about 160,000 jobs nationwide and about 5,700 in North Carolina. The Charlotte Observer reports CharlotteMecklenburg schools could receive $25 million in new federal money to restore teacher jobs.

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In other news... • There’s still no word from rating agency Standard & Poor’s on the Kannapolis tax-increment financing plan. City Manager Mike Legg said he’d placed a call to his advisers Monday asking for information, but had heard nothing. “I guess you could say that no news is good news,” Legg said after the meeting. If Standard & Poor’s gives the city’s plan to issue TIF bonds for infrastructure a positive rating, the bonds are likely to sell. If not, the city will have to look elsewhere to fund or repay money fronted for millions in projects. • Council members unanimously approved two changes to the city’s Unified Development Ordinance. Minor changes to an ordinance on parking areas are designed to clarify regulations and, among other things, stop residents from permanently parking in their front yards. A second UDO change removed a potential loophole in the Adequate Public Facilities ordinance. • Council members heard an update on projects from the Water and Sewer

Authority of Cabarrus County. The Albemarle water agreement was not discussed. No action was taken. • City Clerk Bridgette Bell was recognized for receiving the title of Master Municipal Clerk from the International Institute of Municipal Clerks. Hired in 1987 by thencity manager Gene McCombs, Bell is one of only 67 to achieve this title for effectiveness in her role. Mayor Bob Misenheimer presented her with a plaque and thanked her for her guidance and aid throughout the years. • The council welcomed newly-hired finance director Eric Davis, who most recently has worked as a town manager for China Grove and Mount Holly. Davis thanked Legg for his confidence in him. “This is an exciting time for the city,” Davis said. • Mayor Misenheimer issued a proclamation asking citizens to set aside Sept. 11 as “a day to mourn, reflect and rededicate ourselves.” The proclamation also honors the heroism of rescue personnel, law enforcement and the military.

FROM 1a However, Superintendent Peter Gorman said he prefers to save the money until federal stimulus money expires at the end of the year, creating a “funding cliff.” Board member Karen South Carpenter said it’s important to take into account that the federal funding will help fill a void. “There seems to be some

making more than $1.5 million in cuts, which include: • Eliminating the exceptional children’s, science and math hiring incentive; • Eliminating two and a half vacant assistant principal positions; • Freezing three central office adminstration positions; • School system’s yearround employees working four 10-hour days this summer instead of the traditional five-day, 8-hour schedule; • A grant from the Robert-

son Family Foundation that will pick up the tab for elementary school trips this year, saving the school system $25,000. The district also slashed costs by reducing transportation costs and eliminating mentoring funds. The school system will offset the remaining shortfall of more than $700,000 with monies from its $6 million fund balance. Contact Sarah Campbell at 704-797-7683.

Other School board business... The following items were also discussed during Monday’s Rowan-Salisbury Board of Education meeting: • The board voted to add equine science and agriculture mechanics (small engines) to the course offerings at West Rowan High School. Principal Jamie Durant said the school hired an additional agriculture teacher who will be teaching the new classes. • Colby Cochran, director of assess-

ments and accountability, presented the school districts ABCs, Adequate Yearly Progress, graduation rate and test score reports. The reports are public record and links to the information are available through the school’s website at rss.k12.nc.us. • The board discussed its current policial advertising policy. The school district currently does not allow political candidates to advertise in school

publications. Board members Karen South Carpenter and Bryce Beard felt school board candidates should be allowed to purchase advertisements. Attorney Don Sayers said he would look at rewording the policy so that political parties, policies and causes were prohibited to advertise, rather than candidates. The board did not take action. Sayers will present the new policy at the next meeting for board approval.

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Asked after the meeting why they voted to strike the item from the agenda, council members deferred to Legg. Legg said he felt the issue would ultimately be added to the Sept. 13 meeting agenda, though council members did not stipulate that in their vote. But Legg added, “Quite frankly, I don’t know how much will be resolved before this decision needs to be made.” He said he didn’t believe there were any misgivings about the agreement itself. “I think it’s an indication that we’ve got to make some pretty big decisions,” Legg said. Legg said he didn’t feel there would be much danger if the state ends up recaptur-

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Fire damages home on Church Street A Sunday morning fire heavily damaged the home of Kevin Johnson, 817 S. Church St. The fire was called in around 5 a.m. and appeared to start around an electric meter box on the outside of the house, spreading to the living room and roof. Siding surrounding the meter box melted in the heat. Electric and cable wires were charred, and the flames burned holes in the roof. The Salisbury Fire Department and Rowan County EMS responded.

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A Salisbury woman is offering a reward for the return of a Pekingese puppy stolen from the parking outside Old Navy on Faith Road while she and her daughters were shopping Friday afternoon. Ayana Thomas says the 6-month-old puppy, named Caramel, is sick and that she had planned to take the dog to the veterinarian. Thomas and her 11-year-old daughters were back-to-school shopping at Old Navy and left the dog in the car with the back windows rolled down. “We take very good care of her (Caramel),” Thomas said. “We have a portable water bowl.” Thomas told Salisbury police she ran out to the car to get a bag and noticed Caramel was trying to get out. She told Caramel to sit down, and went back inside the store. Thomas’ daughters went to check on Caramel to see if she was hot and needed water. A few minutes later, Thomas said, Caramel apparently attempted to jump out of the driver’s side window, which Thomas thought was rolled up. Salisbury Police Chief Rory Collins said the manager of Old Navy saw Caramel trying to jump, and he ran outside. But four other people saw Caramel, too, and went up to the car and took her, Thomas said. Collins said the Old Navy manager tried to convince the two women and two children who took Caramel to give him the dog so that when the owner came to the store asking about Caramel, he would have it there for her. The women refused, so he asked them for a name and telephone number. The manager gave the name and number to Thomas. But when Thomas called, the number did not match up with the name given — “Ginny Smith.” “They said they weren’t going to give him the dog,” Thomas said. “It turned out to be a bogus name and number.” Thomas and her girls have owned Caramel for two months. “My daughters are just heart-sickened over this,” she said. “My kids are not eating, they’re not sleeping, just sitting in the house upset all of the time.” Of the two women taking Caramel in front of their own children, Thomas said it makes her sick. “What kind of values are you teaching your children — that it’s okay to take someone else’s property,” Thomas said. “It’s not OK to take someone else’s dog. To do it in front of your children, it says a lot about your character. You’re an awful person.” The manager of the Old Navy told police the two women and children who took Caramel all had blonde hair, and one of the women was “older.” Thomas said the women and children are believed to be from the Statesville area. Caramel is a small Pekingese puppy, white and gold. She has big eyes, with dark circles. She is fluffy and has dark spots on the corners of her mouth. “She loves people and she loves to lick and give kisses all the time,” Thomas said. Thomas is offering a $500 reward for Caramel’s safe return. Anyone with information is asked to contact

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Mike Lambert, a naturalist with Dan Nicholas Park and a snake breeder, bred a pair of corn snakes at his home in Salisbury. The female corn snake laid several eggs and one hatched out a two-headed baby snake, which is very rare. BY KARISSA MINN kminn@salisburypost.com

For some, it may be the stuff of nightmares. But for Salisbury naturalist and snake collector Mike Lambert, his two-headed snake is a “dream come true.” Lambert said the snake hatched last Wednesday from a clutch of 18 eggs. Each snake cuts a small hole in its shell and sticks its head through the opening. When Lambert noticed that there were two little heads poking out of one of the eggs, he began watching it more closely. “I assumed it was twins, because that happens fairly commonly,” he said. “But the more I watched it, the more I saw the heads always moved in sync, and I got to suspecting that it was a two-headed snake.”

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BB&T Sunset Run/Walk 5K to be held Sept. 3 I t’s funny how these things start.

Brian Miller credits 9-yearold Carter Jenkins for planting the seed leading to this year’s BB&T 5K Sunset Run in downtown Salisbury. Last fall, Miller was turning 40, angling for a Salisbury City MARK Council seat WINEKA and on the threshold of a big career change. He had recently taken up running again and decided to participate in the OctoberTour 5K run with his teenaged son. Miller and his son “had a ball,” he says. Miller also was impressed to see Carter Jenkins, then 8, running in the OctoberTour race. Miller had

coached Jenkins in baseball. This winter, after Miller had won a council seat and joined BB&T as its new city executive, he ran into Carter and his mother, Suzanne, at a basketball game. Their conversation went back to Carter’s participating in the fall race, and Miller began thinking about the potential a separate downtown run event might hold for his new bank, Downtown Salisbury Inc. and, possibly, some charitable organization. “The proverbial light bulb went off in my head,” he says. From the bank’s end, a run could be a great marketing tool, while also providing BB&T a vehicle for giving back to the community. For many years, Miller also

had been a Downtown Salisbury Inc. board member. He knew how successful the downtown’s Friday Night Out events had become, and especially how they could attract families. Betz McKeown, marketing and promotions manager for Downtown Salisbury Inc., immediately bought into the idea, and Sept. 3rd’s Friday Night Out seemed to be a perfect fit. It was going to be Kids’ Night, while also serving again as a kickoff to the Rowan County United Way’s fall campaign. Miller and others took the natural next step and asked whether the run they were talking about could be used to benefit the United Way. “So many ideas came together,” Miller says. “... We

got into a room, and we all started getting excited about it. It was a neat thing to be a part of.” Jackie Harris, campaign and marketing director for Rowan County United Way, says, “It was a natural fit.” During the three previous years, the United Way had used the Kids’ Night Out on a Friday to kick off its campaign. It has proved to be a good way for United Way agencies to set up kids’ games in the downtown and make themselves visible. The United Way also sponsors the soapbox derby race on North Main Street the same night. “To partner with us at this event made a lot of sense to us,” Harris says. “We definitely need all the help we can get.” So the BB&T 5K Sunset

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School board race: Hogue says prepare children for the future BY SARAH CAMPBELL scampbell@salisburypost.com

Donna Ferguson Hogue said her children are her No. 1 priority. “First and foremost, I’m a parent,” she said. “This year, I have one child in elementary, one in middle and one in HOGUE high school in the Rowan-Salisbury School system” she said. Hogue is seeking a spot on the RSS Board of Education to make sure all students are

prepared for the future. She will face incumbent Kay Wright Norman and Eric Trail for the West area seat. “My mission is to bring a global perspective of education by ensuring effective spending, ready schools, parent and community education and career and college-ready students for the 21st century,” she said. Hogue said preparing children for the future is a twoway street. “Not only do we have to get the children ready to go to school but the schools have to be ready for the children,” she said. She said her career in early childhood education, working for Smart Start Rowan’s

More Program about eight years, made her realize the importance of identifying children’s specific needs and early intervention. “Schools have to be ready to face the challenges that come along and be able to meet children’s unique needs,” she said. Hogue said she thinks it’s essential to get parents involved in the learning process. “I believe parents are children’s first teachers,” she said. “We should educate parents on how to get their children college- and careerready.” Funding is one of the biggest challenges Hogue sees facing RSS in the future.

“We all know there are a lot of cutbacks in education,” she said. “We want to make sure that we are investing money in ways that are going to benefit the children and the family. “I was to make sure there is effective spending going on.” Richard Miller, Craig Pierce and W.F. Owens will compete for the North area seat. Mike Caskey, Troy Rushing and L.A. Overcash will face off for the South district seat. Incumbent Jean Kennedy is running unopposed for the special area seat. Contact Sarah Campbell at 704-797-7683.

At a glance... Donna Ferguson Hogue Age: 34 Residence: Cleveland District: West Education: Associate’s in early childhood education from Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, bachelor’s in human services from Pfeiffer University, master’s in early childhood education from University of Phoenix Family: Husband, Denon, son, Kyle, 15, daughters, Halie, 12, and Gabby, 4 Occupation: Instructor at Mitchell Community College, previously worked for Smart Start Rowan’s More at Four program Community involvement: Member of Rock Hill Church of Christ, member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, member of the North Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children

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Caramel, the Pekingese puppy, was reported stolen from the Old Navy parking lot.

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5K FROm 3a Run/Walk was born. The night also will feature a half-mile Kids’ Fun Run, sponsored by Rowan Regional Medical Center. BB&T, with the help of 11 other sponsors, is underwriting the costs of the 5K run/walk, so all proceeds from registration fees can go to the Rowan County United Way. The same is true of the hospital’s sponsorship of the Kids’ Fun Run. It didn’t take long for everyone in the planning process to fall in love with the idea of a “sunset” run. “It really worked with the logo, too,” McKeown laughs. The 5K Sunset Run/Walk won’t take off from the 100 block of East Fisher Street until 8 p.m. All participants will be given glow-in-the-dark necklaces to wear, if they want. Miller has set a personal goal of having 150 runners in the 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk and 100 children (12 and under) in the Kids’ Fun Run. “I’d love to have twice that,” he says. The events will be held on the Friday night before Labor Day, and Miller and McKeown are hoping families view it as part of their “staycation” that holiday weekend. The BB&T 5K Run/Walk’s course will head down East Fisher Street to South Long Street, proceed to East Bank Street, hit South Main Street, proceed south to Fulton Street (at Curt and Geri’s Dairy Bar), travel north on South Fulton Street to Innes Street and loop over to South Church Street and a finish line near the Salisbury Post’s loading dock. Salisbury-Rowan Runners, under the guidance of David Freeze, are handling the details and organization of the race and making sure it’s a 5K distance. Registration on the day of the run will be at the Salisbury Post loading dock, though pre-registration already is under way online. The Kids Fun Run is ex-

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store with a large, mesh bag filled with clothing, a Salisbury Police Department report said. The women got away in a silver, older-model car and headed south on Interstate 85. A witness followed the women and gave police the tag number, but police were not able to find the suspects. Police ran the tag number and found the car was registered to a Charlotte resident. The incident is still under investigation. Contact Shelley Smith at 704-797-4246.

pected to be an up-andback race in the vicinity of the Rowan Public Library so that participants are within sight of their family members throughout. It won’t start until 8:45 p.m. Miller also sees some tourism potential in the run. Overall and age category winners will be receiving “Downtown Dollars” to spend with downtown merchants. By the time the run finishes, most of the stores will be closed, meaning maybe those winners and others will return to Salisbury some other day, Miller says. McKeown says most of the people already preregistered for the Sunset Run/Walk are from out of town. Category winners will receive medals (gold, silver, bronze), a bottle of Cheerwine and the Downtown Dollars, in addition to the Salisbury goodie bag that comes with being a participant. The overall male and female winners receive a “Downtown Salisbury Experience,” which will include accommodations in Salisbury, a dinner at Stelia’s, ice cream at Spanky’s and tickets to this year’s OctoberTour. Winners will be recognized at the awards presentation, held on the stage in the 100 block of East Fisher Street. With its 6 p.m. start, the United Way’s soapbox derby race should be completed before the Sunset Run/Walk begins. Harris, of the United Way, says a lot of credit must go to Miller, McKeown, Freeze, Steve Clark (of the city), Melonie Thompson of the Salisbury Police Department and Peggy Link, vice president of public relations for the United Way. Link will be responsible for all the volunteers needed during the night of the run. “I cannot wait for this run,” Harris says. “They have worked so hard to make this the best it can possibly be in the first year.” Who will be the official starter for this first Sunset Run/Walk? Carter Jenkins, of course.

What: BB&T 5K Sunset Run/Walk When: 8 p.m. Sept. 3 Also: Rowan Regional Medical Center Kids’ Half-Mile Fun Run, 8:45 p.m. Where: Downtown Salisbury Who: Runner/walkers in 5K Sunset Run must be 13 and older; Kids Fun Run is for children 12 and under. Fee: $20, early registration for 5K run; $25, day of the run; includes long-sleeve Technical T-shirts to all runners and walkers and glow necklaces. Kids’ Fun Run participants pay a $10 registration fee, which includes a cotton T-shirt. Early registration site: www.active.com, or mail entry form and check for registration fee to Rowan County United Way, P.O. Box 5065, Salisbury, NC 28144-0088. (Before Aug. 31) Benefits: All procceeds go to the Rowan County United Way. Sponsors: Besides BB&T and Rowan Regional Medical Center, partners include Fibrant, Cheerwine, SalisburyRowan Runners, Salisbury-Rowan Utilities, the city of Salisbury, Downtown Salisbury Inc., Patterson Farm, Goodman Millwork Co., Chick-fil-A, Sportrax and the Salisbury Post.

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SALISBURY — Josephine Kluttz Krider, 94, of Salisbury, passed away Aug. 23, 2010, at her home. She was born March 15, 1916, in Rowan County, the daughter of the late Charles Harris and Daisy Graber Kluttz. She grew up in Salisbury, attended city schools and graduated from Salem College in 1937. She married Kerr Julian Krider May 21, 1938. Jo was an active member of First Presbyterian Church where she served as president of Women of the Church and was awarded an Honorary Life Membership. As the church celebrated its 150th anniversary in 1971, she contributed by compiling church history and serving as anniversary committee chairman. For 20 years she maintained current church history for the church Heritage Room with collections of books, pictures, scrapbooks and memorabilia. She was a charter member of Books and Arts Club organized in 1938 and a charter member of Salisbury Historical Foundation. Home was her passion. She made it a haven for family and friends with her gift of hospitality and cooking. Family recipes were gathered, printed and shared. In later years, she contributed and served on the committee that published “Blended Blessings,” a cookbook published by the church. She will be mostly remembered for her love and encouragement to family members and others. Survivors include her husband of 72 years, Kerr Julian Krider; son Kerr Julian Krider Jr. of Decatur, Ga.; daughter Jennie Lynn Hatcher and husband William of Augusta, Ga.; grandchildren John Mark Hatcher and wife Heidi of San Diego, Calif., Anna Kate Hitchcock and husband Rev. Nathan Hitchcock of San Diego, Calif.; and six great-grandchildren, Ellie, Drew, Abby, Toby and Whitney Hitchcock and Chase Josephine Hatcher of San Diego, Calif. Service: Memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25 at First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Dr. Jim Dunkin and the Rev. Dr. Randal Kirby officiating. Visitation: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Summersett Funeral Home. Memorials: May be made to First Presbyterian Church 308 W. Fisher St., Salisbury, NC 28144; and Rowan Regional Hospice, 720 Grove St., Salisbury, NC 28144. Summersett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com

MOCKSVILLE — Mrs. Lillian Victoria Britton Cain, passed Saturday morning, Aug. 21, 2010, at Autumn Care Nursing Center. She was preceded in death by her five siblings, Savannah Britton Gaither in 1933, John Sprunthill Britton, 1947, Edith Hazel Britton Dulin, 1969, Regina Britton Anderson, 1988, and Vera Gladys Britton Fearrington, 2002; and by her mother, Lillie Mae Britton, in 1967. April 16, 1938, she married Lloyd Jefferson Cain of the Chinquapin Community. They reared her niece, the late Helen Frances Britton Clement. She was educated in the Davie County School System. Her most ardent participation and affiliation was with her church, Shiloh Baptist Church. There she served as superintendent of the Sunday School for 60 years, 1939-1999, sang in the Chancel Choir, was secretary to the senior Missionary Circle and was a faithful delegate to the Sunday School Convention, Rowan Baptist Association and the Woman's Auxiliary to the Rowan Baptist Association. Survivors are six nieces, Marie F. Baldwin, LaVillines Nursing Center, Hillsborough, Magalene Gaither, Mocksville, Omelia F. Garner (Alvin, Sr.), Chapel Hill, Louise F. Kilpatrick (Dr. George), Greensboro, Juanita F. Haskings (Benjamin), Chapel Hill, and Clarice Pearlette Lansey, Baltimore, Md.; two nephews, James Roy Fearrington (Joyce), Chapel Hill, and William Sprunthill Britton (Colean), Salisbury; one nephew-inlaw Conrad Smoot of Mocksville; and five grandchildren, Mary Jane Clement, Francine C. Craige (Benjamin), Reginald Clement, William McKinley Clement, all of Salisbury, and Deborah C. Ashford (Donnell) of Chester, Va. Service and Visitation: Funeral Services will be held Wednesday 2 p.m. at Shiloh Baptist Church in Mocksville. The family will greet friends at 1:30 p.m. at the church. The eulogist is Dr. Howard W. Parker, former pastor of Shiloh Baptist and pastor of Sycamore Hill Baptist Church, Greenville. The officiating minister will be Rev. Joe B. Clark, pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service in the Church Cemetery. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her name to the Sunday School Department of Shiloh Baptist Church, 544 E. Depot St., Mocksville, in care of Edward Johnson. Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home, Inc., in Salisbury is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.nobleandkelsey.com

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SALISBURY — Robert Lee Scott, 96, died Sunday, Aug. 22, 2010, at Autumn Care. Born Dec. 20, 1913, in Rowan County, Mr. Scott was the son of the late Arthur and Mary Cauble Scott. He attended Salisbury schools. Mr. Scott began working for Southern Public Company in 1934 before Duke Power Company purchased the firm. He was an electric meter tester in the Duke Power Meter Department. He retired from Duke Power Company in Salisbury on Jan. 31, 1976, with 36 years of service. Mr. Scott was a member of the United States Citizen's Defense Corps of the Office of Civilian Defense during World War II and was entitled to wear and use the insignia of the Air Raid Warden, Section 23. Mr. Scott was a member of First United Methodist Church of Salisbury. He was a member of North State College Club since July 21, 1950. Mr. Scott's wife Sarah Kathryn Grubb Scott, preceded him in death on Aug. 10, 1999. One grandson, Brian Scott Rierson, also preceded him on March 5, 1989. Survivors include daughter Dr. Judy Scott Grissom and husband Eddie of Salisbury; son Bobby Gene Scott and wife Elaine of Linville; four grandchildren, Autumn Rierson Michael (Jeff), Angela Scott Worley (Peyton), Jeff Scott (Vicki) and Leigh Scott Kirschner (Jason); two stepgrandchildren, Heidi Grissom Bell (Matt) and Daryl Grissom (Erin); eight great-grandchildren, Boone Michael, Della Scott Michael, Mary Kirk Michael, Justin Worley, Matthew Worley, Elizabeth Scott, Eliot Kirschner and Alana Kirschner; and two step-great-grandchildren, Pandora Grissom and Isaac Bell. Service: Graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25 at Rowan Memorial Park Mausoleum, with Rev. Dr. Stephen Haines officiating. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Summersett Funeral Home. Memorials: May be made to Scott Rierson Scholarship Fund at St. John's Lutheran Church, 200 W. Innes St., Salisbury, NC 28144. Summersett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com

SALISBURY — Michael O'Neil Bracey, 58, of Denton, passed away Monday, Aug. 23, 2010, at W.G. “Bill” Hefner VA Medical Center. Born Sept. 30, 1951, in Catawba County, he was the son of Irene Barnes Bracey and the late Joseph O. Bracey, Jr. of China Grove. Mike graduated from South Rowan High School and the University of N.C. at Charlotte. He was a faithful member and worked with the youth of New Hope United Methodist in Denton. A member of the U.S. Air Force, Mike served at Koret Air Force base in Thailand as a Security Policeman. He completed his tour at Boiling Air Force Base in Washington, D.C., serving on the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard where he stood guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Mike had a distinguished career and at the time of his retirement in 2003, he was a Supervising U.S. Probation Officer for U.S. District Court, Middle District of N.C. assigned to the Salisbury office. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Ann Little Bracey; son Kennan O'Neil Bracey of Wilmington; sister Alice Bracey Harris and husband Keith of Pinehurst; and brother Joseph O. Bracey III and wife Lynn of Davidson. Visitation and Service: Visitation is 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home, China Grove, with the service to begin at 11:30 a.m. conducted by Rev. Jimmy Brackett in the chapel of the funeral home. Interment to follow at Salisbury National Cemetery. Memorials: May be made to W.G. “Bill” Hefner VA Medical Center Hospice, 1601 Brenner Ave., Salisbury, NC 28144. Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home, China Grove, is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.linnhoneycuttfuneralhome.com

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Rick Spoon sets up Carter Thomason for a demonstration of a crossbow at Hill Minnow Farm. Spoon is traveling to several hunting supply stores answering questions from hunters about new laws regarding the use of crossbows for hunting. His daughters have taken classes to explain and educate people locally about crossbows. Since being licensed a couple of weeks ago, Hill said he’s sold a couple of crossbows. And Hill disagrees with hunters who say the introduction of crossbows will diminish the deer population. “Other states have shown a significant increase in deer herd. It’s because it’s under management control,” Hill said. There aren’t a lot of does being killed, Spoon said. Killing more does would help balance the herds, Hill said. Sales of crossbows have increased, Spoon said.

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Two teens attacked at weekend party ty. A fight broke out at the party and was headed their way. According to Salisbury Police Chief Rory Collins, the fight kept moving toward the two teens, and they took off running when an angry man came toward them. As they ran away, Collins said, Cook was cut by the man in the inside of his left arm and Terry was hit in the nose

Police: Landis man attacked by dog Authorities say a Landis man was attacked by a dog Thursday night. According to the report, Luther Chastine, 75, was having a problem with his neighbor’s dogs running loose. The night of the attack, Chastine reported to police that approximately seven dogs were running loose, and one bit him on his right hand. The dog also attacked one of

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and face. The two teens ran back to Cook’s home and then went to Rowan Regional Medical Center to get their injuries checked out. The assailant was a black male in his 20s, around 6 feet 3 inches tall, 185 pounds, wearing jeans and no shirt, with a tattoo on his chest. The incident is under investigation.

Democratic Party picnic Thursday The Rowan County Democratic Party will hold its annual picnic Thursday beginning at 6 p.m. at the Wagon Wheel, 6460 US 601. All registered Democrats are welcome. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish or picnic food. Drinks and paper goods will be provided. Democratic candidates are expected to attend.

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FROM 3a By midnight, Lambert’s curiosity had gotten the better of him, and he opened the egg slightly to find out for sure. Sure enough, it was a snow corn snake with two heads. The young snake came out of the egg on its own around midday Thursday, having fed enough on the egg sac to sustain it for nearly two weeks. Two-headed snakes are quite rare. They form when twins that develop in one egg fail to separate. They often have trouble eating and do not survive more than a few months, Lambert said. “If they live and eat and thrive, they become quite famous, normally,” he said. What about his newlyhatched snow corn snake? Lambert said survival depends on what other abnormalities the snake may have, but right now it appears to be healthy and may have a good chance. The telling point will be next week, when the reptile will shed its skin for the first time and be ready to eat. “I do expect this one to try to eat with both heads,” Lambert said. “It has two brains, and it has all of the sense organs, like the tongue, which it uses mainly to find food.” The snake already has developed a unique, hesitating

Marshall differs from Hagan on tobacco tax DURHAM (AP) — Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Elaine Marshall said Monday she would have likely voted against a plan approved last year that increased tobacco taxes to pay health insurance for low-income children. She would have been the only Democrat in Congress to do so. The proposal that passed with the support of some Republican senators raised the federal tax on a pack of cigarettes from 39 cents to $1. Supporters of the program estimated that it will cover an additional four million low-income children under the State Children’s Health Insurance Program. “These are challenging times,” Marshall said told agricultural leaders in a speech Monday night. “Tobacco is under pressure. Providing health insurance to four million children was a worthy goal, but politicians cannot continue to look at tobacco as a cash cow for all their pet programs.” Marshall, North Carolina’s secretary of state, said in an interview after the event that she would have likely voted against the plan if she were in Congress at the time. Marshall’s campaign opponent, Republican Sen. Richard Burr, also voted against the bill. But his Democratic counterpart, freshman North Carolina Sen. Kay Hagan, voted for it, angering some agriculture industry workers. Hagan said at the time that she vehemently opposed the funding mechanism, calling it unfair to states like North Carolina, the nation’s largest producer of flue-cured tobacco. She herself acknowledged that the tobacco tax increase could cost the state 3,000 jobs and up to $36 million in revenue shortfalls. “I will fight tooth and nail to fight any attempts to kill this important crop,” Marshall said. Marshall spoke at an event hosted by the North Carolina Agribusiness Council. Burr spoke separately at the event that touched on issues such as immigration and energy.

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Ex-Marine convicted of killing pregnant colleague GOLDSBORO (AP) — A jury on Monday convicted a former Marine of first-degree murder in the death of a pregnant colleague who had accused him of rape, a charge that stalled the military career he treasured. Cesar Laurean, 23, of Las Vegas, was found guilty of killing Lance Cpl. Maria Lauterbach, 20, of Vandalia, Ohio, in December 2007. The two were assigned to the same logistics unit at Camp Lejeune, the base in Jacksonville that is home to about 50,000 Marines. The former Marine corporal was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The victim’s mother, Mary Lauterbach, read a statement before the judge imposed the sentence. She told Laurean to look at his mother and see the pain in her face.

“I feel so sorry for your daughter. She will have to live with the shame that her father is in prison for murdering not one but two people,” Mary Lauterbach said. Defense lawyer Dick McNeil told the court Laurean would appeal. The judge ordered the state’s appellate defender’s office to represent Laurean’s appeal. Laurean also faced three other charges of robbing Lauterbach of her bank ATM card, and of theft and attempted fraud for allegedly trying to use it to withdraw cash. He was found not guilty of the robbery charge, but Laurean was convicted on the fraud and theft charges. The jury of seven women and five men deliberated for three hours Monday before convicting Laurean. The rape accusation never was corroborated, and a

sual, Laurean could have been punished because it is against Marine Corps rules to have sex with a subordinate. McNeil had argued prosecutors failed to prove Laurean swung the crowbar that fractured Lauterbach’s skull. Laurean’s wife, also a Marine, could have exploded when Lauterbach appeared at the couple’s home on the day she disappeared. Authorities described Christina Laurean as a cooperating witness and have not charged her with any crime. Laurean, who was born in Mexico, fled his home and was on the run until police aSSoCiated preSS arrested him in April 2009 in the Mexican municipality of Mary Lauterbach testiﬁes as images of her daughter, Lance Cpl. Maria Lauterbach of the Tacambaro. Prosecutors U.S.M.C., sit next to the stand during the murder trial of Cesar Laurean in Goldsboro. agreed not to seek the death penalty so Mexican authoriMarine buddy testified LauProsecutors had argued counter threatened to de- ties would return Laurean, rean told him the sex was Laurean wanted to get rid of stroy his military career. who was born in Guadalaconsensual. the woman because their en- Even if the sex was consen- jara, to the U.S.

North Carolina elections board ready to discuss Perdue flights three Democrats and two Republicans, must decide whether that’s enough. It could expand the review to include a public investigatory hearing, issue civil fines against campaigns or take no further action. There have been partisan volleys since the original report was issued in June. Republicans say board chairman Larry Leake and director Gary Bartlett obstructed work by the board’s chief investigator, Kim Strach. Perdue’s campaign has cried foul because Strach’s husband was, until recently, the state GOP’s general counsel. Whatever the board decides, it almost certainly will lead to accusations of political bias. Any decision will make it easier “to doubt the validity, with all the stories that are surrounding the board right now,” North Carolina State University political science professor Andy Taylor said. “It sort of obfuscates the matters.” Bartlett attached a memo to Strach’s initial report in June saying there was no evidence the campaigns intentionally tried to break the law. Strach filed a supplemental report over the weekend with more information on Perdue’s flights. Republican Party leaders have said Perdue should be treated just like Easley, a Democrat whose campaign was fined $100,000 last October for failing to report dozens of flights he took. The board also referred the case to a local prosecutor to

consider criminal charges. The Perdue campaign has said that unlike Easley, Perdue campaign leaders told board officials in early 2008 about potential problems after they shifted to new campaign reporting software, agreed to perform a review in early 2009 and fixed problems voluntarily. No additional action is needed, said campaign spokesman Marc Farinella, calling the problems the result of an inadequate process for collecting, monitoring and reporting flight information. “If the board decides a fine is appropriate, that wouldn’t be an unreasonable resolution,” he said. He added, “there is no evidence anywhere that anything occurred other than sloppiness. It would seem hard to understand ... what the arguments for continuing this investigation would be at this point.” Board member Chuck Winfree, a Republican, said a public hearing, complete with subpoenas and witness testimony, may be needed if the campaign appeared indifferent to accurate flight reporting. That would be “something the state board needs to deal seriously with,” he said. Strach’s supplemental report said the Perdue campaign’s process for documenting and disclosing flights had reached “a sophisticated level” by mid2007. Strach also said campaign documents show there were three more campaign flights from 2004 to

2007 that have never been reported. Perdue campaign attorney John Wallace asked in April that Strach recuse herself from the investigation because her husband, Phil Strach, was GOP general counsel until recently. State Republican Party Chairman Tom Fetzer filed an initial complaint against Perdue last fall. “I believe that you need to recognize that you are not in a position to conduct an unbiased inquiry into issues raised by the Republican Party or on its behalf,” Wallace wrote Strach. Strach defended her work, pointing out she has investigated both Democrats and Republicans in her job. She said her husband’s position had nothing to do with it. “That in no way affected the way I made the review,” Strach said Monday. “I stand behind my work.” Fetzer said last week Phil Strach had no involvement in the GOP complaint. He’s called on Leake, a Democrat, to recuse himself from Tuesday’s discussion because Fetzer alleges Leake and Bartlett tried to limit the reach of Strach’s probe of Perdue’s campaign. Leake said Monday that he had participated in interviews with Strach to help the board complete its work

into the issues in a timely manner. He said he had been involved in previous investigations as well. “I don’t believe that trying to move an investigation along is in any way obstructing an investigation,’

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Biologists offer advice on fox sightings The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is reminding residents that foxes sighted in urban and suburban settings are not necessarily rabid or dangerous, and residents can take a few simple steps to avoid conflict with the animals. Simply seeing a fox is not a cause for alarm. Catching a glimpse of one can actually be a rewarding experience in that it provides an opportunity to witness one of North Carolina’s most adaptable species. However, people still should not approach foxes or fox dens, even if they seem harmless. If the fox makes a den for pups, do not disturb them. Do not approach, touch or feed the fox or its pups. In most cases, citizens that simply see a fox do not need to take any action. However, some action might be necessary in situations where foxes have become habituated to people. In those scenarios,

people can and should take steps, such as yelling, banging pots and pans and setting off legal fireworks, to chase foxes from yards and neighborhoods. Be aggressive and repeat these actions if the foxes do not leave. In order to prevent a situation where this type of action is needed: • Don’t feed wild animals — they can lose their fear of people. • Make sure you are not indirectly feeding wildlife — by cleaning up pet food, securing trash in an animalproof container, keeping barbecue grills clean and removing bird feeders. • Establish protective barriers to keep wildlife from entering basements, crawl spaces, attics and beneath decks, where they might build nests or dens. • Secure pets or keep them indoors. Dogs can disturb dens, prompting aggressive behavior from the foxes.

• Clear overhanging tree limbs or other means of access that wildlife can use to enter a structure. • Clear fallen fruit from around trees. Encourage neighbors to follow these same methods. If the above solutions fail to remedy the problem, contact the Commission at 919707-0010. If a fox exhibits signs of rabies, such as aggression, stumbling and foaming at the mouth, call your local animal control office.

District 5 hearing The Wildlife Commissioners of the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission voted to change the location for its District 5 public hearing on Sept. 8. The annual public hearing will be held in the auditorium of Central Carolina Community College, 764 West Street, Pittsboro. Previously, the Dis-

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Alaskan biologists trying to weed out invasive northern pike BY TONY CELLA Peninsula Clarion

ENAI, Alaska (AP) — Rainbow trout have returned to Scout Lake after a five-year battle to get rid associated press of invasive northern pike. Alaska Department of Fish and Game Workers from the alaska department of Fish and Game watch some of the 19,000 grayling and rainpersonnel released 9,500 rainbow trout bow trout they released into sport Lake in sterling, alaska. the restocking was to replace ﬁsh killed and 9,500 arctic grayling into the lake in an effort to eradicate northern pike, an invasive species, from the small lake. two years after it received a chemical treatment. Later the same day, the departto catch much,” said Begich. ber Charlie Pierce, who lives on the lake, said ment released 1,600 grayling into Arc Lake, The biologist said that the department will that the local wildlife appear largely unaffollowing the same infestation treatment. set non-lethal fyke nets next fall to check the fected by the chemical treatment. Two loons Fish and Game sport fish management biol- lakes for pike. Afterward, the state will rely have lived on the lake for three straight ogist Robert Begich said that the fish should on the public to report any invasive species. years. Pierce said that the pair chased a take to their new habitat because populations Sarmiento said that the stock came from group of their species away. of woodfrog tadpoles and invertebrates have the department’s Fort Richardson hatchery. However, he did find a baby duck with a rebounded dramatically after a lull attributed The fish released were spawned from eggs missing paddle that he attributes to a pike atto the “voracious” invasive fish. harvested from the Chena River near Fairtack. “They have a full dinner plate,” he said. banks. Begich said that larger pike are known to By regulation, both lakes have technically Department biologist Jason Pawluk said eat ducks and other waterfowl. been open to fishing, but the rotenone treatthat his department stocked the roadside lake Standing on the shore of Scout Lake, Pierce ment, which suffocates gill-breathers, left with rainbow trout and coho before. This is said that he saw a local bird swoop down and few offerings for sporting fishermen. Volun- the first time the grayling have been released snatch prey from the lake the other day. teer biologist Silvia Sarmiento, who helped there. “I don’t know what it could have been,” he restock the lake, said that the fish should de“We decided to try something different,” said. “There aren’t any fish in there.” velop to decent catching size within a couple Pawluk said. “We’ll see how they do. Maybe According to Fish and Game, Scout Lake of years. we’ll put coho back.” was first stocked in 1957. Pike were first de“You can fish it now, but you’re not going Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly memtected in 2005.

Tough new rules ground some fishermen PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — Mike Secondo remembers the days when Plymouth’s docks outshone its rock. Tourists swarmed the town pier in the 1970s and ‘80s, snapping pictures and bantering with commercial fishermen as they unloaded another shimmering haul for Secondo’s company, Reliable Fish, to truck to points south. Secondo is convinced Plymouth tourists went home remembering the fishermen more than Plymouth Rock, which commemorates the Pilgrims’ landing in 1620. “You couldn’t move, (the tourists) were in awe of what they were looking at, the fish, the boats, the conversations that we were having,” he said. “I mean, it was something years ago.” Today, Plymouth’s fishermen are all but gone. Last year, according to federal statistics, Plymouth had zero landings of groundfish — such as cod, haddock and flounder. Tough new rules enacted in May have fishermen at New England’s major ports, Gloucester and New Bedford, worried their history will fade away as fishermen faced with low catch limits sell out to larger interests. It’s already happened in smaller ports, slowly changing the character of the New England coast. Groundfishing has historically employed large numbers in good jobs. The romance of the deep-sea pursuit of fin fish is embedded in a region where its most famous cape is named

“This is all natural, no additives here. You cut the meat off the bone and you eat it, that’s it. You ain’t going to get better.” MIKE WALSH Veteran fisherman

after its most famous fish, the cod. People don’t want that way of life to become just a memory. “Is it progress to switch to a waterfront that produces food to a waterfront that hosts cocktail parties?” asked Warren Doty, a selectman in Chilmark on Martha’s Vineyard, where fishermen are struggling to preserve a working waterfront on Menemsha Harbor. A recent analysis indicates how densely the Northeast industry has consolidated around the major remaining ports. The study by Cap Log Group Inc. and funded in part by the Environmental Defense Fund indicates that 31 million pounds of the 38 million pounds of groundfish caught in 2007 in Massachusetts, or 82 percent, were landed by vessels from either New Bedford, Gloucester or Boston. Meanwhile, federal statistics show groundfishing has withered or vanished in numerous small and mid-

sized ports in the last 30 years. Rockland, in mid-coast Maine, landed 16 million pounds of groundfish three decades ago, but none last year. Jerry Carvalho said fishing boats once jammed city docks in Newport, R.I., where he’s fished for three decades. Now, Newport is a tourist town that sells its beauty and Gilded Age history — but almost no fish. The city went from 14 million pounds of groundfish in 1980 to a scant 37,000 in 2009. At the Boston Fish Pier in South Boston, the smells of fish and diesel and the beeps of a forklift in reverse mark a waterfront that’s still working, albeit with fewer workers. Veteran fisherman Mike Walsh remembers gear shops, an ice house and more fishing boats, not just at the pier, but stretching along the waterfront to berths downtown. Now, he sees types of vessels that weren’t there two and three decades ago, such as the water taxis that putter by and recreational boats like the one docked across the way. Walsh knows waterfront property is coveted by interests with deeper pockets than his: office buildings surround the pier. But the city and region would sorely miss his fresh catch if Boston’s fishermen disappear, he said. “Come on, this is all natural, no additives here,” Walsh said. “You cut the meat off the bone and you eat it, that’s it. You ain’t going to get better.”

Ted Nugent fined for deer-baiting MARYSVILLE, Calif. (AP) — Ted Nugent says he should have been better informed about California game laws after pleading no contest to misdemeanor charges of deer-baiting. Nugent said on his website Wednesday that he takes full responsibility for the hunting incident televised on a February episode of his Outdoor Channel hunting show. California game wardens watching the show saw Nugent kill an immature buck during the hunt in Northern California. Investigators found that the deer had been eating bait before being killed. Baiting wildlife is illegal in California. Nugent pleaded no contest last week to baiting the deer and not having a properly signed hunting tag. A Yuba County Superior Court judge ordered Nugent to pay a $1,750 fine.

Road signs help travelers find restaurants, gas stations, accommodations and various points of interest. If signs aren’t enough, modern vehicles are equipped with a G.P.S. and other helpful gadgets that allow the driver to easily locate almost anything along the highway. Wouldn’t it be nice if fishermen had similar resources available to help them find fish? They do, but most signs aren’t as obvious. Among the easiest fish signs to recognize are jumps, ripples, wakes and tails or fins protruding above the surface. Anglers get excited when they see fish break the water, because this is usually an indication that they are actively feeding. But, fish breaking the water, particularly small baitfish, are very difficult to see from afar. Therefore, savvy anglers watch for diving gulls and terns, another sure sign that fish are feeding on the surface. Fish signs can also be real signs, like the ones attached to the poles on Lake Norman that warn boaters of rocks and shoals. While shallow water is hazardous to boaters, it is a magnet for bass and other game fish. Two signs that have tempted people for years are, “Wet Paint and “No Fishing.” How many times have you ever tested to see if wet paint is really wet? And, often the best fishing in a given area is within casting distance of a “No Fishing” sign. Could it be possible that the fish have signs printed to provide them with a safe place to live? Those going for catfish look for signs of freshwater mussel shells scattered along the shorelines. Opened shells are an indication that a mussel bed is nearby. Muskrats and Arkansas blue catfish feast on them. Flying or floating insects also attract bass, bream and crappie. Bank and stream fishermen are always on the lookout for signs of an insect hatch, knowing full well that if they find one, fishing will be good. Dock lights attract insects, fish and fishermen! Since lights can be seen from great distances after dark, they are a sign that fish might be there. Probably the best fish sign of all is if you see an angler’s rod doubled over or hear the screech of the drag when a big fish is pulling line from the reel. Nothing draws an angler to a spot faster than another angler fighting a fish. If you don’t believe this, take a walk out on a fishing pier and notice the crowd gathered around the one who is reeling in a fish. A free 90-minute seminar titled “Learning to Use Your Depth Finder to Catch More Fish” is scheduled for Thursday from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Gander Mountain in Mooresville, Exit 36 off Interstate 77. Lake Norman fishing guide Capt. Gus Gustafson and Jake Bussollini, author of “Freshwater Fighters,” will lead the discussion. Bring the instruction booklet for your depth finder and any questions you might have. For additional information, call 704-658-0822. Visit www.fishingwithgus.com or call Gus Gustafson at 704-617-6812, or e-mail him at Gus@ LakeNorman.com.

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COLUMNS

Ask Amy: Emotional affair not cool for school

Dear Betrayed: You should tell the school principal about this inappropriate relationship before the start of the new year. Even if the school doesn’t have a stated policy prohibiting relationships between a teacher and

the parent of a student, this shows terrible judgment on a multitude of levels — most importantly concerning your son. The school administrator should speak to this teacher about her actions, and your child should not be placed in any of her classes. Professionals who work with children hold an important trust. They have a responsibility to safeguard the child’s well-being. The teacher and your husband have destroyed her ability to work with your family. In terms of your husband, I suggest counseling and total transparency regarding any contact with her. (He should have none and should tell you if she contacts him.) You should notify her husband only if you feel doing so would benefit your marriage. Dear Amy: My 25-year-old daughter is living with my husband and me. During the past few years, while away at college, she gained about 40 pounds. She is only 5-foot-2, so that is a lot of extra weight on someone who used to be in perfect shape. She eats rapidly and chooses large quantities of fattening foods. People say I cannot say anything to her because it will make her feel that she is only loved when she is

perfect and will stress her into eating more. Why is it that if you suspect your child is on drugs or engaging in other dangerous habits it’s OK to intercede, but not if you see her eating toward obesity? Do I have to just watch her overeat until she has 100 pounds to lose instead of 40? (I am 60 and am very fit and healthy.) I am so worried about her that I cannot sleep most nights. I don’t know how to approach my daughter without putting her on the defensive. — Worried Mother Dear Worried: Any attempt you make to discuss this might put your daughter on the defensive — or the offensive. Understand this before you start. You can discuss weight with your daughter, but you should do so knowing that you can’t solve this problem for her. Sometimes, concern comes off as pressure, and a person with an eating disorder is very reactive to pressure. So you say, “Honey, I’m worried about you. Your eating seems out of control. I’d like to try to help, but first let’s talk about what’s going on with you.” Do not compare her to you — or to her formerly “perfect” self. The answer for your daughter might be more

complicated than diet and exercise. If she is bingeing her way into large weight gain, she may need clinical help. Dear Amy: A reader wondered what to do with a hideous gift of art from a friend. Because these people are very good friends, it is easy to imagine that the receiver of the gift had at some time praised her friend’s artwork. This was a time to be brutally frank. She could have praised the effort while making it clear that it was not her taste. This is also a cautionary tale. Be truthful or you, too, might end up with a horror in an expensive baroque

frame. — Avid Reader Dear Reader: Being frank without being “brutally frank” might also work. Send questions via e-mail to askamy@tribune.com or by mail to Ask Amy, Chica-

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Cheapskate: Recognize quality linens to find the best deals Years ago, a friend and I wandered into an upscale home furnishings store. Given my love for textiles, I was drawn to the bed linens department. Really, this was like sinking into the lap of luxury. I never had seen anything like the beautiful bed linens on display. Simply reaching MARY out and touchHUNT ing the beautifully made-up bed made me want to crawl in and take a nap. It’s difficult to describe just how lovely the sheets were. And they had a price tag to match, $400 for a fitted sheet and plenty more for its flat partner. Needless to say, I left that store empty-handed but determined to find out what made those sheets so much better than anything I ever had encountered. What I’ve learned is that bed linen knowledge is key: • The cotton. The cool, soft feel of high-quality bedsheets comes from 100 percent cotton. Cotton wicks away moisture, keeping you comfortable, not clammy. The softness you can find with highquality cotton is an addictive

luxury your skin will remember. Polyester may wear like iron and never need to be ironed, but your skin always will know the difference. Experts generally classify cottons into four main types based on appearance and staple length (extra-long, long, medium and short). The longer the staple the finer the fabric. Ninety percent of the world’s cotton crop is American upland cotton, which is not suited for “good” sheets. Egyptian cotton, however, is a long-staple variety. Growers in the U.S. have developed Egyptian varieties known as Pima cottons. These are preferable for sheets, both for their silky softness and their durability. • The thread count. This refers to the number of threads per square inch. The higher the thread count the finer the quality of the sheet. The highest count made in the U.S. is 310. European sheets can go much higher. “Highquality” sheets start at about a 200 thread count. Beware of double ply. Some manufacturers cheat by counting a twoply yarn twice in order to up the thread count. • The hand. This term, “hand,” refers to how the fabric feels. A sheet can be made of 100 percent cotton with a high thread count but feel

stiff and coarse against the skin. It all depends on the way the fabric is woven, who weaves it (Italians are known for being good weavers) and the finishing process — which can involve water, heat or chemicals, as well as the dyeing process. The only way to rate the “hand” of a sheet is to touch it. Finding bargains on great sheets requires knowledge and patience. Once you know your brands, terms and regular prices, you’ll be able to recognize great deals at walkin discount stores — such as T.J.Maxx, Marshalls, Costco and HomeGoods — and also online, at sites such as Overstock.com. But here’s a hint: Never order sheets online that cannot be returned should they not meet your full expectations. Mary Hunt is the founder of www.DebtProofLiving. com and author of 18 books, including her latest, “Can I Pay My Credit Card Bill With a Credit Card?” You can e-mail her at mary@everydaycheapskate.com, or write to Everyday Cheapskate, P.O. Box 2135, Paramount, CA 90723. To find out more about Mary Hunt and read her past columns, please visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.

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Billionaire picks downtown LA site for art museum LOS ANGELES (AP) — Art museums in Los Angeles generally have pricey gift shops, haute fast-food cafeterias and billionaire Eli Broad’s name prominently etched on the list of supporters. Now the developer-turnedphilanthropist has plans for the first freestanding museum bearing his name, which will be built in an emerging downtown cultural district that also was formed largely with his backing. Broad on Monday announced his decision to build in Los Angeles, minutes after a committee of state and local officials voted to let him lease county-owned land along Grand Avenue for the structure that could cost as much as $100 million. The project is being cast as a boon to the ongoing cultural rebirth of downtown Los Angeles and has the support of Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. The 35,000 square feet of gallery space would feature paintings, sculptures and photos from Broad’s 2,000-piece collection, which includes works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Salvador Dali and Joan Miro that are not currently on permanent public display. “There’s lots of art to go around,” Broad said after the vote by the Grand Avenue Au-

thority. “We want to show our art to the widest possible audience.” The Broad Art Foundation will also coordinate loans of artwork to other museums, among other activities, from the planned venue with a total of 120,000 square feet. Under the deal for the land for the new museum, the Broad Art Foundation will pay $7.7 million over the course of a 99year-lease for the 2.5-acre parcel that was originally set aside as part of a stalled $3 billion shopping, hotel and condo complex known as the Grand Avenue project. The deal also obliges 76year-old Broad, whose net worth was pegged this year by Forbes magazine at $5.7 billion, to finance construction of the museum and contribute $200 million toward its operation. Broad said the museum’s chief architect would be New York-based Diller, Scofidio & Renfro, which has designed the renovation and expansion of Lincoln Center in New York City and the new Institute of Contemporary Art on the Boston harbor. The design for the new Los Angeles venue will be unveiled in October, with construction possibly finished by the end of 2012, Broad said.

Broad had considered a site in Santa Monica, though he had spoken favorably about the downtown site beside the Walt Disney Concert Hall and across from the Museum of Contemporary Art, both of which he played a role in having built. He said he didn’t initially give serious consideration to the downtown location because it had been targeted for the Grand Avenue project. Broad said he started negotiating with project developer Related Cos. then launched the official approval process at the urging of Villaraigosa. “The museum will be an important cornerstone of the Grand Avenue project and play a pivotal role in the cultural and artistic renaissance currently under way,” the mayor said in a statement. Broad, who made his billions as co-founder of developer KB Home and through the sale of insurer SunAmerica, has already done much to advance the arts on Grand Avenue. He was founding chairman of the Arata Isozaki-designed Museum of Contemporary Art in 1979, one of the earliest cultural venues to join the Music Center performing arts complex among the high-rises coming to dominate Bunker Hill.

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Squad budget needs a look he Rowan Rescue Squad’s request for more money raises questions about the amount of money needed and the direction of the Rescue Squad itself. The organization’s website lists more than a dozen personnel and boasts of 70 volunteers. It also shows an extensive array of rescue equipment. Anyone trapped in a crumpled car or stuck in some other life-threatening situation would be very happy the Rescue Squad is well-equipped. But heavy equipment often comes with a heavy price tag. There was a day in Rowan County when a funeral home ran the ambulance service and “rescue squad” was an unfamiliar term. Just as the county’s Emergency Medical Services have become more sophisticated and complex, the Rescue Squad has grown, too. Citizens started the Rescue Squad after a 1951 drowning highlighted the need. Seventeen-year-old Bill Barnes went under while trying to swim across the American Quarry in Granite Quarry. It took 10 days to locate the body. Then and there, Sheriff Arthur Shuping and others raised $1,103 to establish the Rescue Squad Nearly 60 years later, you probably couldn’t pay the light bill for the Rescue Squad’s buildings with $1,103. The budget has gone up, up, up, taking the most dramatic leap in 200607. The Rescue Squad was getting $196,000 annually from the county and asked for a $597,000 increase. At least part of the problem was paying for new equipment. Commissioners suggested the squad consult with the county before committing itself to big-ticket items and then OK’d a $118,000 increase. Soon the county’s contribution went up again. In a nonbinding vote in May 2008, commissioners supported then-Chairman Arnold Chamberlain’s proposal to dedicate just over three-tenths of a cent from county property tax collections to the Rescue Squad, which amounted to $337,000 for the following fiscal year. The allocation has been in the $400,000 range since then. Keep in mind, the Rescue Squad is a nonprofit agency, not a county department. The taxpayers’ bill would be much higher if that were the case. In addition to county money, the Rescue Squad has an annual fundraiser, a portrait drive, and is part of United Way. It also has received grants here and there — $6,000 from the Robertson Foundation for a commercial grade washer to handle protective gear, $5,000 from the Salisbury Community Foundation for vehicle extraction equipment, and another $10,000 for a high-tech electrocardiogram monitor/defibrillator. Now the Rescue Squad has requested a $68,000 increase. The squad has been helping the EMS cover the southern and eastern parts of the county, cutting emergency response time by an impressive two minutes. But the volume of calls has fallen below what the agency expected, hence the $68,000 shortfall. The Rescue Squad has become an essential part of the county’s emergency response system and seems more quasi-governmental than nonprofit. Commissioners are duty-bound to give this latest request serious consideration, but that consideration will have to include a close look at the agency’s books. No one is accusing the squad of anything, but the trend in its budget requests raises questions, and the county deserves answers. As President Reagan liked to say, trust but verify.

Common sense

(Or uncommon wisdom, as the case may be)

“All that we are is the result of what we have thought.” — Buddha

Get tough, governor Right on refund issue, Perdue should keep pushing ALEIGH — After the Raleigh News & Observer reported that changes in law and policy may have allowed the state of North Carolina to keep taxpayers’ money to which it was not entitled, Gov. Beverly Perdue did the right thing. She was “incensed,” according to her press office, that some North Carolinians who had mistakenly overpaid their taxes were being penalized by a process that seemed rigged in favor of the state. The Perdue administration has now assigned 80 people to work JOHN through the HOOD state’s backlog of flagged taxpayer files, authorizing a refund when appropriate regardless of whether the case falls within the three-year statute of limitations. Good for the governor. But I think she ought to go further. I don’t think the state’s flawed process for reviewing tax files was simply an accidental oversight. I think it was designed to maximize revenue to the state. You can call the strategy “aggressive cash-flow management” if you want to be diplomatic. If you’re inclined towards blunt cynicism, the term “mildly larcenous” might be a better fit. North Carolina’s incometax returns have long been reviewed by computers programmed to flag mistakes. Until recently, it was the policy of the Department of Revenue to consider a possible mistake to have been discovered when the computer flagged it, even though it would typically still be necessary for an employee to review the file before notifying the taxpayer of the error and

arranging for a refund. But in 2009, the department’s policy changed. Now, it would consider a possible mistake to have been discovered only when an employee reviewed and assessed the file. What’s the difference? Keep in mind that there is a statute of limitations. If tax-

You can call the strategy “aggressive cash-flow management” if you want to be diplomatic. ... “Mildly larcenous” might be a better fit. payers didn’t request a refund during the time allotted, they weren’t legally entitled to one. How could taxpayers submit a timely request unless the department informed them of a possible problem? And what happened if the department failed to review a flagged file before the three-year window was up? The taxpayer was out of luck. Revenue officials denied that their change of policy was designed to increase how long the state held on to overpaid taxes. But the News & Observer obtained e-mail correspondence within the department that suggested at least some employees considered the policy change unfair and potentially abusive. One was Nancy Pomeranz, director of the personal taxes division. “My folks were told not to process any refunds in any situation where the statute has run now because no refund is ‘discovered’ until someone actually looks at it or handles it,” Pomeranz wrote in an October e-mail. “I do not agree and, as

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I mentioned in my earlier email, this is contrary to our long-standing position.” Pomeranz went on to say that in her opinion the policy would harm some taxpayers who were owed refunds. Still, the higher-ups at the Department of Revenue didn’t budge. It took a newspaper expose several months later to force a change. I’m not going to deny that many flawed public policies persist not because of bad faith but simply because of inertia. In this case, however, Revenue officials seemed to have dismissed internal concerns about a policy that, at the very least, would be difficult to defend if made public — which it was. Consider the context here. North Carolina’s state government had been under fiscal stress for several years. Fearing the worst, policymakers had given the Department of Revenue new tools to go after what the state considered to be tax underpayments, from both individual and corporate filers. The result was hundreds of millions of dollars in increased revenue collections, money that legislators and administration officials were delighted to receive. They hoped for more. Is it really so difficult to believe that, given the pressure to maximize state revenue during a budget crunch, some Revenue officials thought it expedient to change the policy on overpayments in ways that would let the state hold on to taxpayers’ money longer, if not permanently? Gov. Perdue needs to ask some tough questions of Revenue Secretary Ken Lay and his subordinates. • • • Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal. com.

EDITOR

Letters policy

Last Friday, the Rev. Mark Williams wrote in the paper about Boy Scouts. I agree him. I am a 12-year-old Boy Scout who in the last year played a full season of baseball, basketball and just started football. During this time, I have gone camping, hiking, canoeing, biking, rafting and climbing with my Scout troop, No. 448. Boy Scouting is full of fun, full of adventures and full of learning with boys your age. I invite parents and interested boys to come to the Jack Kepley Scout Building at 900 N. Main St., Salisbury, on Sept. 12 to see pictures and information about our troop over the

The Salisbury Post welcomes letters to the editor. Each letter should be limited to 300 words and include the writer’s name, address and daytime phone number. Letters may be edited for clarity and length. Limit one letter each 14 days. Write Letters to the Editor, Salisbury Post, P.O. Box 4639, Salisbury, NC 28145-4639. Or fax your letter to 639-0003. E-mail: letters@salisburypost.com.

last 78 years. Scouting is a great choice for boys ages 10-18. Come join the adventure with me. — Ike Emerson Richfield

Republicans block Republicans want to apologize to BP. Obama and the leadership of Congress are proposing unemployment benefits and winning some, and blocked some by Republicans.

Large corporations are making enormous profits and not hiring. The president passed health care for almost everyone, and Republicans tried to block it. Democrats passed Wall Street reform, including many jobs. Republicans monkey-see, monkey-block. The president has made lots of improvements. But Republicans want Bush rule back. — Cody Yasinsac Kannapolis

— Quotable — “Up there, he’ll be running behind humongous giants. ... He’ll be running into humongous giants, too.”

“Well, no pun intended, we put a Band-aid on it and it worked.” — Carl Ford Chair, Rowan Board of Commissioners, on why a Rowan Rescue Squad cost analysis wasn’t done earlier

— Coach Joe Pinyan

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Is the death penalty “obsolete in North Carolina”? It might be, says Jim Woodall, district attorney for Orange and Chatham Counties, reacting to the news that inaccurate reports from the State Bureau of Investigation’s crime lab may have been used by prosecutors to obtain guilty verdicts in capital cases. According to news reports, Woodall believes “the state should place a moratorium on executions.” The revival of the debate D.G. on the death MARTIN penalty is just one of the many fallouts from the News & Observer’s expose and the outside review of SBI procedures that it prompted. Prosecutors and courts are reeling as they face an expensive and time-consuming process of review and retrial of cases where the tainted testimony from the SBI lab results helped convict defendants, possibly affected the sentence, or was a factor in a plea bargain agreement. Even more disquieting is the realization that their use of misleading SBI evidence might have led to the execution of an innocent accused. Citizens serving on juries are going to be more skeptical of the prosecution’s expert witnesses. It is going to be much harder to prove guilt based on the conclusions of forensic experts on the state’s payroll. That skepticism will, at least to a degree, carry over to all the state’s witnesses in criminal cases. It is a matter of trust. And the trust factor is broken, at least for a while. How do you rebuild that trust? Some people, including Sen. Marc Basnight, may favor making the crime lab independent of the SBI. But prosecutors will be wary of this suggestion. While they certainly want the crime lab procedures and reports to be accurate, they also want witnesses who will help them by testifying with confidence and certainty. Witnesses from an independent lab are not going to be nearly as coachable as those from an affiliated lab. Coincidentally, this week new UNC-Chapel Hill students discussed a book that showed how eyewitness testimony delivered with confidence and certainty led to the conviction and imprisonment of an innocent accused. The book is “Picking Cotton: Our Memoir of Injustice and Redemption” by Jennifer Thompson-Cannino and Ronald Cotton (with Erin Torneo). Thompson-Cannino was the victim of a brutal rape. In a lineup she identified Cotton as the rapist. When she testified in court, she had no doubt and her confident testimony led to Cotton’s conviction in 1985. Cotton remained in prison for more than 10 years. In 1995, DNA evidence proved that another man, not Cotton, had raped Thompson-Cannino. In “Picking Cotton,” Thompson-Cannino tells how she came to her certainty about Cotton’s guilt — and stuck to it until the DNA evidence forced her to admit she might have been wrong. “Picking Cotton” should remind us (if the SBI mess had not) that our justice system is not perfect, and that all of us must take responsibility for its failings. Thankfully there is another, more hopeful, message in “Picking Cotton.” ThompsonCannino and Cotton, and their families, have become friends and colleagues, as well as co-authors of their powerful book. Instead of allowing the brutal rape and the long-term incarceration ruin their lives, they have developed a mutual trust and respect that could be a powerful example for the rest of us…as we work to repair the damage the SBI crime lab has done and to rebuild the trust its actions destroyed. • • • Martin hosts UNC-TV’s “North Carolina Bookwatch.”

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US commander: Afghanistan more than a year away from building a good-sized security force

OAK BLUFFS, Mass. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; President Barack Obama and his wife are dining out for the first time since beginning a vacation on Marthaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vineyard. The Obamas sat down to dinner Monday night at The Sweet Life, a restaurant where they dined last August in their first summer on the island off Cape Cod. Since beginning this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s planned 10-day vacation last Thursday, the president has mostly kept out of sight â&#x20AC;&#x201D; only leaving his rented compound for golf outings, basketball, a beach picnic and a visit to a bookstore. Except for the bookstore visit, the outings have all been private.

No more than 2 egg farms involved in salmonella outbreak

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WASHINGTON (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Margaret Hamburg says there is no evidence that there are additional farms involved in a massive recall of more than half a billion eggs. Officials also said Monday they do not expect the number of eggs recalled to grow based on what they know now. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said it has not identified additional clusters of illness that would indicate the outbreak has spread beyond two Iowa farms. Also Monday, the House Energy and Commerce Committee said it is investigating the outbreak and sent letters to both farms asking for detailed information about company operations, communications with the government and what they knew when.

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Trucker Earl Robert Hood says he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know his identity had been stolen until his commercial driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license was suspended for four DUIs he never committed. Hood traveled from his home in Illinois to Wheatland, Wyo., to testify against 47year-old Danny Arnold Rodgers, who was convicted last week of stealing Hoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s identity. Prosecutors say Rodgers racked up four drunken-driving arrests in July 2008 under Hoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name. Hood says he had given Rodgers a copy of his driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and other information when Rodgers asked him to drive for a trucking company. Hood now warns other drivers to make sure they give information only to companies they know are legitimate.

Judge temporarily blocks stem cell regulations

AK man gets 8 years in prison for alleged hit list

WASHINGTON (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A federal judge on Monday temporarily blocked Obama administration regulations expanding stem cell research. The nonprofit group Nightlight Christian Adoptions contends that the governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new guidelines will decrease the number LAMBERTH of human embryos available for adoption. U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth ruled that the plaintiffs are entitled to bring their lawsuit in the courts. A federal appeals court had ruled that two doctors who were among those bringing the lawsuit, adult stem cell researchers James Sherley of the Boston Biomedical Research Institute and Theresa Deisher of AVM Biotechnlogy, had the authority to do so, prompting Lamberth to reverse a decision he made last October. Lamberth said that the injury of increased competition that Sherley and Deisher would face because of the guidelines â&#x20AC;&#x153;is not speculative. It is actual and imminent. Indeed, the guidelines threaten the very livelihood of plaintiffs Sherley and Deisher.â&#x20AC;?

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A man from a remote Alaska community who was accused of compiling a hit list of targets he believed were enemies of Islam was sentenced Monday to eight years in prison. Paul Rockwood Jr., along with his wife, Nadia, faced counts of lying to FBI agents when questioned about the list of 20 targets in May. They pleaded guilty to domestic terrorism charges last month, the first time such charges were brought in Alaska under the Patriot Act. It was enacted after the Sept. 11 terrorism attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. The length of Rockwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sentence was the maximum penalty for the crime. His 36year-old wife, who holds dual citizenship in the U.S. and United Kingdom, was sentenced to five years probation. She will be allowed to return to her native country and take care of the coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4year-old child. Authorities said Paul Rockwood, 35, of King Salmon, converted to Islam about a decade ago and followed the teachings of a cleric who supports acts of terrorism and espouses hatred for the United States. The alleged hit list include members of the military and media. According to authorities, Rockwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan had pro120 sent to hospitals gressed to research into making mail bombs and executing after Alabama plant people by shooting them in the head. leaks ammonia Rockwood worked for the THEODORE, Ala. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; National Weather Service in Authorities say more than 120 King Salmon. people were sickened by the leak of ammonia at an Ala- DEA seeks ebonics bama plant, and four are in inexperts to help tensive care. Hospital officials at Mobile with cases say 29 have been admitted, inATLANTA (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Federcluding the four in intensive care. Many of those sickened al agents are seeking to hire

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Mayhem in Manila: 9 killed on hijacked tourist bus MANILA, Philippines (AP) — It looked like a hostage rescue in slow motion: Police creeping up on the bus with sledgehammers and smashing first one window, then another, then trying and failing to rip open the door. When they finally got inside, authorities said, they found nine bodies: eight Hong Kong tourists and the ex-policeman who had seized the bus to demand his job back. The bloody denouement to the 12-hour drama in the heart of the Philippine capital, witnessed live on TV, rattled a country already accustomed to kidnappings and violence blamed on Muslim rebels. It provoked demands from the Hong Kong government for an explanation, and an acknowledgment from Philippine President Benigno Aquino III that his police need more training and equipment. It was 10:15 a.m. Monday in Manila when Rolando Mendoza, 55 and married with three children, hitched a ride with the tourists as they visited historic sites in the city. He wore a camouflage uniform and carried an M16 rifle but didn’t seem unusual in the heavily policed capital. Then he announced that he was taking the travelers hostage to win back his job.

According to newspaper reports, the former senior inspector was among five officers who had been charged with robbery, extortion and grave threats after a Manila hotel chef filed a complaint alleging they falsely accused him of using drugs to extort money. Mendoza was fired last year but claimed he was innocent. With the bus parked on a Manila park parade ground, Mendoza stuck leaflets on windows, handwritten in English, saying “big mistake to correct a big wrong decision,” demanding media attention and threatening “big deal will start after 3 p.m. today.” At first, matters proceeded peacefully. The hijacker freed nine hostages — three women, three children and two men — leaving 15 tourists on board. Police sealed the area and brought food for the hostages, along with fuel to keep the bus’ air conditioning running in the 32-degree-Celsius (90 F) heat. Then negotiations began to go awry. Mendoza demanded a signed promise that his case would be reviewed, but its delivery was delayed for hours, in part by Manila’s notorious traffic, and when it finally arrived he rejected it as insufficient. The hijacker’s brother

Gregorio, a policeman, was flown in to talk to him through the driver’s window but grew so agitated in claiming Mendoza had been unfairly sacked that police hustled him away, fearing he would inflame the situation. That apparently angered Mendoza into firing a warning shot. Police made an initial attempt to board the bus, and the hijacker shot and wounded a police sharpshooter, said Nelson Yabut, head of the assault team. Single shots, then a burst of automatic fire, echoed through the night. The Filipino bus driver managed to escape and, according to police officer Roderick Mariano, reported that Mendoza had fired at the tourists. A freed hostage who gave only her surname, Ng, told Hong Kong reporters that she saw her husband killed by Mendoza after he tried to take him on. “He was very brave. He rushed forward from the back of the bus. He wanted to prevent the gunman from killing people. He sacrificed himself,” she said. Yabut, the assault commander, said that “when he started shooting the hostages, that’s the time I gave the signal to my sniper to shoot when there is a clear

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police and SWAt members assault a tourist bus to rescue hostages at Manila’s rizal park on Monday in Manila, philippines. philippine police stormed the bus Monday evening after shots were heard from the hostage-taker of 15 Chinese tourists, and at least four of the hostages crawled out of the back door. view.” He said Mendoza died of a single shot to the head. Shortly before 9 p.m., police lobbed tear gas into the bus and commandos approached the vehicle, crouching beside it and ready to storm it. They smashed windows and the back door with sledgehammers. Once inside,

they found only the dead, one of them slumped on the bus steps. The Hong Kong government did not hide its displeasure at the handling of the incident. It issued a warning against travel to the Philippines, canceled planned tour groups to the islands and

asked Hong Kong tourists still in the country to leave. The bloodbath happened in front of a grandstand where Aquino had been sworn in as president on June 30. After midnight he was back there, staring at the bloodstained, bullet-riddled bus.

Supplies reach trapped Chilean miners; now, the long wait COPIAPO, Chile (AP) — Trapped nearly half a mile inside the earth and facing perhaps four months before rescue, 33 Chilean miners began accepting food, water and oxygen from above ground Monday as rescue teams worked to gauge their state of mind and brace them for the long wait ahead. Through a newly installed communications system, each of the men spoke and reported feeling hungry but well, except for one with a stomach problem, a Chilean official said. They requested toothbrushes. It was a positive sign, and Chile’s president said the nation was “crying with excitement and joy” after engineers broke through Sunday to the men’s refuge. It had been 17 days since a landslide at the gold and copper mine caused a tunnel to collapse and entombed them more than 2,200 feet below ground. Still, doctors and psychological experts were trying to safeguard the very sanity of the miners in the months to come, and said they were implementing a plan that included keeping them informed and busy. The miners reported that a shift foreman named Luis Urzua had assumed leadership of the trapped men. “They need to understand what we know up here at the surface, that it will take many weeks for them to reach the light,” Health Minister Jaime Manalich explained. Engineers worked to reinforce the 6-inch-wide bore hole that broke through to the refuge, using a long hose to coat its walls with a metallic gel to decrease the risk of rock falling and blocking the hard-won passage through the unstable mine. The lubricant makes it easier to pass supplies through in capsules nicknamed “palomas,” Spanish for dove. The first of the packages, which are about 5 feet long and take about an hour to descend from the surface, held rehydration tablets and a high-energy glucose gel to help the miners begin to recover their digestive systems. Rescue teams also sent oxygen down after the miners suggested there was not enough air in the stretches of the mine that run below where the main shaft collapsed. The shelter, a living-roomsized chamber off one of the mine’s lower passages that is easily big enough for all 33 men, is far enough from the landslide to remain intact, and the men can also walk around below where the rocks fell. Actual food will be sent down in several days, after the men’s stomachs have had time to adjust, said Paola Neuman of the medical rescue service. Rescuers also sent down questionnaires to determine each man’s condition, along with medicine and small mi-

ers heard them. The eighth attempt finally worked. Gomez wrote that the miners used vehicles for light and a backhoe to dig a channel to retrieve underground water. And while his message focused on faith and love for his family, his frustration also showed through. He wrote that “this company has got to modernize.” Chile is the world’s top copper producer and a leading gold producer, and has some of the world’s most advanced mining operations. But both

the company that owns the mine, San Esteban, and the National Mining and Geology Service have been criticized for allegedly failing to comply with regulations. In 2007, an explosion at the San Jose mine killed three workers. President Sebastian Pinera said Monday that “there is not going to be any impunity” and said investigations were under way. Shortly after the accident, Pinera fired two top executives of Sernageomin, Chile’s mine safety regulator, after

reports that the mine had reopened too soon, and without real security improvements, after a fatal accident three years before. Pinera has also asked a commission for proposals to increase worker safety in Chile. The miners’ relatives are suing and claim their loved ones were put at risk working in a mine known for unstable shafts and rock falls. Company executives have denied the accusations and say the lawsuits could force them into bankruptcy.

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Carlos Araya places the image of San Expedito, Saint Expeditus, with the name of a relative, one of the 33 miners trapped at the collapsed mine San Jose in Copiapo, Chile on Monday. crophones to enable them to speak with their families during their long wait. Rescue leader Andre Sougarret said they were organizing the families into small groups to make their talks as orderly as possible. Meanwhile, an enormous machine with diamond-tipped drills capable of carving a 26inch-wide tunnel through solid rock and boring at about 65 feet a day was on its way from central Chile to the San Jose gold and copper mine, outside Copiapo in north-central Chile. The machine was donated by the state-owned Codelco copper company and carried on a truck festooned with Chilean flags. Just setting it up will take at least three more days. Engineers were also boring two more narrow shafts to the trapped men, but stopped Monday just above their refuge while they made sure that the lifeline was fully secure. Only when these three shafts are complete will they begin carving out the tunnel large enough to fit a man, Mining Minister Laurence Golborne said. “We cannot be 100 percent precise, but the idea is to establish three or four points of contact so that we can guarantee better life conditions to our comrades down there,” he said. Besides their immediate physical needs such as medicine to restore their raw stomachs and sleep cycles, the rescuers were preparing psychiatric counseling. A first step was the questionnaires, which were also intended to help identify their natural leader — someone who can make sure the men are keeping busy and mentally focused. Above ground, rescuers and family members thought that might be Mario Gomez, who at 63 is perhaps the oldest of the veteran miners down below. Gomez’s letter to his wife, Liliana, which the miners tied to the drill bit, was full of expressions of faith and determination, revealing to the world that the miners were holding strong. “Even if we have to wait

months to communicate ... I want to tell everyone that I’m good and we’ll surely come out OK,” Gomez wrote, scrawling the words on a sheet of notebook paper. “Patience and faith. God is great and the help of my God is going to make it possible to leave this mine alive.” But Urzua, 54, was the shift foreman at the time of the collapse, and Golborne said Monday that “it seems the miners respect hierarchies.” For the miners’ families, euphoria and anxiety made for a sleepless night. They shivered through the cold and fog in Chile’s Atacama desert. “We stayed up all night long hoping for more news. They said that new images would appear, so we were up hoping to see them,” said one, Carolina Godoy. The men already have been trapped underground longer than all but a few miners rescued in recent history. Last year, three miners survived 25 days trapped in a flooded mine in southern China, and two miners in northeastern China were rescued after 23 days in 1983. Few other rescues have taken more than two weeks. The miners’ survival after 17 days is very unusual, but since they’ve made it this far, they should emerge physically fine, said Davitt McAteer, who was assistant secretary for mine safety and health at the U.S. Labor Department under President Bill Clinton. “The health risks in a copper and gold mine are pretty small if you have air, food and water,” McAteer said. Mine officials and relatives of the workers were determined not to give up hope that the men were safe below where the tunnel collapsed Aug. 5 at the mine, about 530 miles north of Santiago, the capital. Rescuers had drilled repeatedly in an effort to reach the shelter, but failed seven times. They blamed the errors on the mining company’s maps. According to Gomez’s note, at least some of those earlier probes were close enough that the trapped min-

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CHARLOTTE — Elliott Sadler does a great job shilling for his sponsors, and he’s a natural in front of cameras. When his days as a NASCAR driver are over, the 13-year veteran probably is headed toward a healthy second career in television. He just isn’t ready to hang up his helmet yet. The future is uncertain for one of NASCAR’s most likable drivers. He’s in the midst of his sixth consecutive winless season, and his prospects of landing a solid ride in the Sprint Cup Series are fading with each week. Richard Petty Motorsports last week said Stanley, which currently sponsors Sadler, would move to Marcos Ambrose’s car when he joins the organization next year, and the team has given no indication it’s planning to bring Sadler back in 2011. So, when he pulled in last week to Bristol Motor Speedway, where he earned his first career Cup win in 2001, he

couldn’t stave off the emotions that come with so much uncertainty. “I told my wife, ‘This might be the SADLER last Bristol night race I ever race in,’ ” he recounted. “That’s hard to swallow.” It may not be totally over for Sadler, though. He’s shown new life outside of his Cup car and has proved throughout the industry that he’s still got something left in his tank when given the right opportunity. It came from Kevin and DeLana Harvick, who offered Sadler some seat time in their truck and Nationwide Series rides. Sadler won his first NASCAR race since 2004 when he drove a Kevin Harvick Inc.-owned truck to a win last month at Pocono, and in nine races between the two series, he has five top-10s and 132 laps led.

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New York Mets reliever Bobby Parnell has ﬁred the fastest pitch in Major League Baseball this season.

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New York Mets knuckleballer R.A. Dickey struck out Geoff Blum with a 62-mph pitch against the Houston Astros last Wednesday. Mets reliever Bobby Parnell, an East Rowan High School graduate, turned up the heat in Houston’s Minute Maid Park later that evening. Parnell recorded the fastest pitch in the majors this season when, according to the PitchFX system, he hit 102.5 mph while facing Chris Johnson in the 11th inning. Parnell fanned three batters in two perfect frames and reached 100 mph 10 times for New York, which won 3-2 in 14 innings. “I know I’m throwing good, and I feel like I can let loose,” Parnell told MLB.com. “You just try to ride the wave.” Parnell, who couldn’t be reached by the Post for comment, has a 3.24 ERA with 26 strikeouts in 27 games for the

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Mets. He has 23 scoreless appearances, and his ERA was at 0.96 in late July before two rough outings inflated the number. New York has used Hisanori Takahashi as its closer since placing Francisco Rodriguez on the disqualified list, but Parnell could also get the chance to finish games. He pitched a perfect ninth inning and hit 100 mph with one fastball in a 7-2 victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday. “You want to see a Parnell be a closer in this organization,” Mets pitching coach Dan Warthen told The StarLedger of Newark (N.J.).

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CHARLOTTE — The Carolina Panthers can’t move the ball, and it seems nobody can cleanly field a punt. Thank goodness for the defense. No, really. The unit that lost five-time Pro Bowl defensive end Julius Peppers in free agency, saw both starting defensive tackles released, the strongside linebacker cut, the strong safety traded and the weakside linebacker blow out his knee has been the lone bright spot in two preseason games. BEASON “Everyone has gone out there and played well and done their jobs,” linebacker Jon Beason said Monday. “The key is we’re just playing fast and guys aren’t making mistakes.” Despite being handicapped by two interceptions, two fumbled punts and another special teams turnover that had the New York Jets starting four drives in Carolina territory Saturday night, the defense allowed only three field goals and 112 yards in the Jets’ 9-3 win. The Panthers gave up just 225 yards and had six sacks in a 17-12 loss to Baltimore a week earlier. “You really don’t know how good you are until you put yourself against an opponent in a game,” said defensive end Everette Brown, who had two of Carolina’s five sacks against New York. “We know we have to prove ourselves. It’s not going to be one of those things where teams lay down just because we show up.” While the defense added team speed, it lost experience and added guys only die-hard fans would know. When asked if he was surprised at how quickly it’s come together, the two-time Pro Bowl pick Beason quickly replied, “Absolutely.” “There’s so many new faces, you don’t have much chemistry,” he added. “But I think we’re developing that.” Beason is adjusting to a new position. He was shifted to weakside linebacker from the middle after Thomas Davis tore a knee ligament in June.

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Tech the Noble choice West senior picks Yellow Jackets over Penn State BY MIKE LONDON mlondon@salisburypost.com

MOUNT ULLA — West Rowan’s football team concluded Monday’s spirited practice with a group huddle and a shout-out to senior cornerback Domonique Noble. Noble is a football butterfly. He morphed from a sophomore who often got his first name spelled wrong into a national recruiting target. “Congratulations to our very own Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket,” coach Scott Young roared to his team before Falcons applauded, cheered

and slapped Noble on the back. Noble verbally committed to Georgia Tech a few hours before practice. N.C. State called minutes after Noble made his final decision, so the NOBLE Wolfpack was the first to hear the bad news from Young. “Domonique put himself in a great situation where he couldn’t go wrong with any of the schools that were recruiting him,” Young said. “The decision was his and his family’s, and

it’s the right fit. (Coach) Paul Johnson has won everywhere he’s been. Georgia Tech plays in bowl games every year. Domonique’s getting ACC football and very high-level YOUNG academics.” Noble’s commitment resolves a recruiting struggle that attracted Penn State, Notre Dame, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the ACC’s Big Four. Noble had solid offers from two dozen programs.

“What sold me on Georgia Tech is that the academics are great and the coaches are solid,” Noble said. “They win games, and I’ve gotten used to winning.” For Noble, mentioning academics is more than lip service. He owns a 3.7 GPA while taking honors courses. His post-football aspirations include a career as a nuclear engineer. Noble’s final-four list of potential destinations included Penn State, Wake Forest and Virginia, where he would’ve been reunited with K.P. Parks.

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TV Sports LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL Noon ESPN2 — World Series, consolation 2 p.m. ESPN2 — World Series, elimination game 4 p.m. ESPN — World Series, elimination game 6 p.m. ESPN2 — World Series, elimination game 8 p.m. ESPN2 — World Series, elimination game MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL 7 p.m. WGN — Chicago Cubs at Washington SOCCER 2:30 p.m. FSN — Bremen at Sampdoria 8 p.m. FSN — Partizan at Anderlecht (tape)

Area schedule Tuesday, August 24 INTIMIDATORS BASEBALL 7 p.m. Kannapolis at Greensboro Grasshoppers HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL 4 p.m. Mooresville at West Rowan 5:30 p.m. Salisbury at North Rowan 6 p.m. East Rowan at Mount Pleasant NW Cabarrus at Carson Porter Ridge at A.L. Brown HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY 5 p.m. Pre-Rowan County Meet Wednesday, August 25 INTIMIDATORS BASEBALL 7 p.m. Lexington Legends at Kannapolis HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL 6 p.m. Salisbury at South Rowan HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER 6 p.m. South Rowan at A.L. Brown Hickory Ridge at East Rowan Salisbury at NW Cabarrus 6:30 p.m. South Stanly at North Rowan HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TENNIS 4 p.m. North Rowan at Albemarle Cox Mill at A.L. Brown West Rowan at Carson Statesville at East Rowan 4:30 p.m. Charlotte Catholic at Salisbury

Prep tennis East Rowan 6, Carson 3 Singles — Kelly Dulkoski (C) d. Devan Corpening 7-5, 7-5; Carol Brown (C) d. Megan Bullins 6-1, 6-2; Kayela Wilson (ER) d. Hannah Shinn 7-5, 6-4; Hannah Pressley (ER) d. Elizabeth Hefner 6-0, 6-4; Rebecca Agner (ER) d. Haylee Hepler 6-0, 6-1; Lizzie Weaver (ER) d. Harley Graham 6-1, 6-0 Doubles — Dulkoski-Brown (C) d. Corpening-Pressley 8-1; Bullins-Wilson d. Hefner-Graham 8-3; Agner-Weaver (ER) d. Shinn-Hepler 8-4

Gray Stone 8, N. Rowan 1 Singles — Caby Styers (GS) d. Kelli Berry 6-1, 5-7, (7-4); Abby Grathwohl (GS) d. Catherine Crawford 6-2, 6-4; Jordan DeJaco (GS) d. Taylor Love 6-0, 6-0; Samantha Lowder (GS) d. Dakota Honeycutt 6-3, 4-6, (7-5); Daisy Lemke (NR) d. Caylin Cleghorn (GS) 4-6, 6-4, (7-4); Anna Cooper (GS) d. Katelyn Parker 6-2, 6-4. Doubles — Styers-DeJaco (GS) d. BerryCrawford 8-5; Grathwohl-Lowder (GS) d. Honeycutt-Lacey Jones 8-1; CleghornHannah Smith (GS) d. Lemke-Love 9-8 (11-9)

East Rowan 8, W. Iredell 1 Singles — Sara Marshall (WI) d. Devan Corpening 6-3, 6-3; Megan Bullins (ER) d. Lindsey Riddle 3-0, ret.; Kayela Wilson (ER) d. Kendra Lambreth 6-0, 6-0; Hannah Pressley (ER) d. Celeste Benfield 6-0, 6-2; Rebecca Agner (ER) d. Jaclyn Gatton 6-0, 6-0; Lizzie Weaver (ER) d. Emily Deviney 6-0, 6-0. Doubles — Corpening-Pressley (ER) d. Marshall-Linda Yang 8-6; Bullins-Wilson (ER) d. Lambreth-Benfield 8-1; Agner-Weaver (ER) d. Gatton-Youa Yang 8-0

Minor Leagues South Atlantic Northern Division W L Pct. GB x-Lakewood (Phillies) 32 23 .571 — 29 26 .527 3 Hickory (Rangers) Greensboro (Marlins) 29 28 .509 4 Kannapolis (White Sox) 28 29 .491 5 West Virginia (Pirates) 26 30 .464 61⁄2 Hagerstown (Nationals) 24 32 .429 81⁄2 Delmarva (Orioles) 22 35 .386 11 Southern Division W L Pct. GB Asheville (Rockies) 35 21 .625 — Greenville (Red Sox) 33 23 .579 2 29 26 .527 51⁄2 Augusta (Giants) Lexington (Astros) 29 27 .518 6 Charleston (Yankees) 29 28 .509 61⁄2 25 32 .439101⁄2 Rome (Braves) x-Savannah (Mets) 23 33 .411 12 x-clinched first half Monday’s Games Greensboro 4, Kannapolis 2 Greenville 6, Charleston 5 Rome 2, West Virginia 1 Hickory 5, Delmarva 1 Asheville 7, Savannah 3 Lexington 8, Augusta 6 Lakewood at Hagerstown, ppd., rain Tuesday’s Games Kannapolis at Greensboro, 12:30 p.m. Lakewood at Hagerstown, 5:05 p.m., 1st Charleston at Greenville, 7 p.m. West Virginia at Rome, 7 p.m. Delmarva at Hickory, 7 p.m. Savannah at Asheville, 7:05 p.m. Lexington at Augusta, 7:05 p.m. Lakewood at Hagerstown, 7:35 p.m., 2nd

Prep football Standings 1A Yadkin Valley YVC Overall East Montgomery 0-0 1-0 West Montgomery 0-0 1-0 Albemarle 0-0 1-0 North Moore 0-0 0-0 Chatham Central 0-0 0-1 South Stanly 0-0 0-1 South Davidson 0-0 0-1 North Rowan 0-0 0-1 Friday’s games North Rowan at Carson Albemarle at West Stanly South Stanly at North Stanly West Davidson at South Davidson Union Academy at East Montgomery Chatham Central at Jordan-Matthews Princeton at North Moore Saturday’s game West Montgomery at Plymouth

2A Central Carolina CCC Overall Salisbury 0-0 1-0 Thomasville 0-0 1-0 Lexington 0-0 1-0 West Davidson 0-0 1-0 Central Davidson 0-0 1-0 East Davidson 0-0 0-1 Friday’s games East Rowan at Salisbury Thomasville at Mt. Airy Concord at Lexington Central Davidson at Randleman West Davidson at South Davidson East Davidson at Trinity

3A North Piedmont NPC Overall West Rowan 0-0 1-0 Carson 0-0 1-0 East Rowan 0-0 1-0 West Iredell 0-0 1-0 Statesville 0-0 0-1 North Iredell 0-0 0-1 South Rowan 0-0 0-1 Friday’s games North Rowan at Carson East Rowan at Salisbury South Rowan at A.L. Brown West Rowan at NW Cabarrus West Iredell at Alexander Central Hickory at Statesville

3A South Piedmont SPC Overall A.L. Brown 0-0 1-0 0-0 0-0 Robinson Mount Pleasant 0-0 0-1 Central Cabarrus 0-0 0-1 0-0 0-1 Concord NW Cabarrus 0-0 0-1 Cox Mill 0-0 0-1 0-0 0-1 Hickory Ridge Friday’s games South Rowan at A.L. Brown Concord at Lexington West Rowan at NW Cabarrus Cuthbertson at Robinson Marvin Ridge at Hickory Ridge

4A Central Piedmont CPC North Davidson 0-0 Reagan 0-0 0-0 Davie West Forsyth 0-0 Mount Tabor 0-0 0-0 R.J. Reynolds Friday’s games Davie at Page Glenn at West Forsyth Mount Tabor at Parkland North Davidson at Ledford R.J. Reynolds at Atkins Reagan at East Forsyth

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College football Schedule SAC Saturday’s games Winona St. at Carson-Newman, 1 p.m. Charleston (W.Va.) at Tusculum, 1 p.m. North Greenville at Mars Hill, 1:30 p.m. Edward Waters at Brevard, 2 p.m. Chowan at Lenoir-Rhyne, 7 p.m. Wingate at West Georgia, 7 p.m.

CIAA Saturday’s games St. Paul’s at WV Wesleyan, 1 p.m. Bowie State at Seton Hill, 3 p.m. J.C. Smith at Elizabeth City St., 6 p.m. Livingstone at Virginia State, 6 p.m. Chowan at Lenoir-Rhyne, 7 p.m. Winston-Salem State vs. Va. Union, 7:30

NFL Preseason AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF PA 2 0 0 1.000 37 33 Miami New England 2 0 0 1.000 55 34 Buffalo 1 1 0 .500 51 63 1 1 0 .500 25 34 N.Y. Jets South W L T Pct PF PA Tennessee 1 1 0 .500 42 30 Houston 0 2 0 .000 36 57 Indianapolis 0 2 0 .000 38 71 Jacksonville 0 2 0 .000 53 55 North W L T Pct PF PA Baltimore 2 0 0 1.000 40 15 2 0 0 1.000 47 24 Pittsburgh Cincinnati 2 1 0 .667 62 49 Cleveland 1 1 0 .500 44 43 West W L T Pct PF PA 2 0 0 1.000 49 26 Oakland San Diego 1 1 0 .500 39 26 Denver 0 2 0 .000 44 58 Kansas City 0 2 0 .000 25 40 NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF PA Dallas 2 1 0 .667 41 38 1 1 0 .500 48 40 N.Y. Giants Philadelphia 1 1 0 .500 37 49 Washington 1 1 0 .500 45 40 South W L T Pct PF PA 1 1 0 .500 30 38 Atlanta New Orleans 1 1 0 .500 62 47 Tampa Bay 1 1 0 .500 27 25 0 2 0 .000 15 26 CAROLINA North W L T Pct PF PA 1 1 0 .500 51 51 Green Bay Minnesota 1 1 0 .500 38 22 Detroit 1 1 0 .500 32 43 0 2 0 .000 27 57 Chicago West W L T Pct PF PA San Francisco 2 0 0 1.000 52 27 Arizona 1 1 0 .500 29 40 1 1 0 .500 44 45 Seattle St. Louis 1 1 0 .500 26 45 Monday’s Game Tennessee 24, Arizona 10 Week 3 Thursday, Aug. 26 St. Louis at New England, 7:30 p.m. Indianapolis at Green Bay, 8 p.m. (ESPN) Friday, Aug. 27 Atlanta at Miami, 7 p.m. Washington at New York Jets, 7 p.m. Philadelphia at Kansas City, 8 p.m. San Diego at New Orleans, 8 p.m. (CBS) Saturday, Aug. 28 Cleveland at Detroit, 5:30 p.m. Cincinnati at Buffalo, 6:30 p.m. Jacksonville at Tampa Bay, 7:30 p.m. New York Giants at Baltimore, 7:30 p.m. Seattle at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Tennessee at Carolina, 8 p.m. Dallas at Houston, 8 p.m. (CBS) Arizona at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. San Francisco at Oakland, 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 29 Pittsburgh at Denver, 8 p.m. (FOX) Week 4 Thursday, Sept. 2 Buffalo at Detroit, 7 p.m. Cincinnati at Indianapolis, 7 p.m. New England at New York Giants, 7 p.m. Atlanta at Jacksonville, 7:30 p.m. Carolina at Pittsburgh, 7:30 p.m. New York Jets at Philadelphia, 7:30 p.m. Baltimore at St. Louis, 8 p.m. Chicago at Cleveland, 8 p.m. Denver at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Green Bay at Kansas City, 8 p.m. Miami at Dallas, 8 p.m. New Orleans at Tennessee, 8 p.m. Tampa Bay at Houston, 8 p.m. San Diego at San Francisco, 10 p.m. Seattle at Oakland, 10 p.m. Washington at Arizona, 10 p.m.

Monday’s sum Titans 24, Cardinals 10 Arizona Tennessee

0 3 0 7 — 10 7 3 14 0 — 24 First Quarter Ten—C.Johnson 8 run (Bironas kick), 5:40. Second Quarter Ten—FG Bironas 29, 11:16. Ari—FG Feely 19, 7:32. Third Quarter Ten—Gado 4 run (Bironas kick), 5:00. Ten—Gado 4 run (Bironas kick), 2:03. Fourth Quarter Ari—Komar 22 pass from Hall (Feely kick), 7:43. A—69,143. INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING—Arizona, Stephens-Howling 530, B.Wells 6-19, Wright 1-13, Hightower 53, Anderson 1-0, Graham 1-0. Tennessee, Blount 9-42, Ringer 7-27, C.Johnson 6-22, Hawkins 1-22, Gado 7-21, Young 1-10, Hall 1-0, Smith 2-(minus 2). PASSING—Arizona, Anderson 11-19-0-105, Hall 7-15-1-101, Leinart 4-6-0-28. Tennessee, Young 9-13-0-128, K.Collins 6-12-0-66, Simms 2-5-0-17, Smith 3-5-0-16. RECEIVING—Arizona, S.Williams 3-59, Komar 3-48, Breaston 3-23, B.Wells 3-13, Gant 2-28, Wright 2-6, M.Jones 1-12, Dray 1-11, Roberts 1-11, O.Jones 1-8, Mougey 1-8, Spach 1-7. Tennessee, D.Williams 4-40, Redskins 3-44, Cook 2-34, Scaife 2-30, Ringer 2-7, Pfahler 2-6, Stevens 1-30, Mariani 1-10, Hall 1-9, P.Williams 1-9, Britt 1-8.

Auto racing Sprint Cup Points 1, Kevin Harvick, 3,521. 2, Jeff Gordon, 3,242. 3, Kyle Busch, 3,170. 4, Carl Edwards, 3,113. 5, Denny Hamlin, 3,108. 6, Tony Stewart, 3,107. 7, Jeff Burton, 3,101. 8, Matt Kenseth, 3,095. 9, Jimmie Johnson, 3,077. 10, Kurt Busch, 3,073. 11, Greg Biffle, 3,055. 12, Clint Bowyer, 2,920. 13, Jamie McMurray, 2,820. 14, Mark Martin, 2,819. 15, Ryan Newman, 2,802. 16, Kasey Kahne, 2,784. 17, David Reutimann, 2,765. 18, Dale Earnhardt Jr., 2,750. 19, Juan Pablo Montoya, 2,728. 20, Martin Truex Jr., 2,660.

Salisbury soccer routs Falcons Staff report

Salisbury’s boys soccer team beat West Rowan 7-1 in a nonconSalisbury 7 ference game played W. Rowan 1 Monday in Mount Ulla. The teams will meet for the county championship at East Rowan on Sept. 9. “West is very fast and skilled,” Salisbury coach Tom Sexton said. “We had 27 players over there and they had about 14, and we outlegged them.” “The assists are coming from all over,” Sexton said. “We’ve got about eight forwards and eight midfielders that we can

keep running in and out. That can really save our legs. We have a lot of depth.” Marco Mejia scored the first-half goals for the Hornets (2-0) on crosses by Emmy Turcios and Gerardo Sosa. CERVANTES Matt Cervantes chipped in a shot over the West keeper after an assist by Michael Mazur to make it 3-0, and Cervantes found Kenne Bonilla to extend the lead. John Romero scored on an assist by Turcios to make it 5-0.

Siggy Jost found Mazur in middle for a 25-yard laser that produced a 6-0 lead, and Yost converted a PK after Alex Lee was pulled down in the box. West (2-1) got on the board late on an own-goal. Connor Miller made GRANT three saves while John Grant and Spencer Dixon led Salisbury’s defensive effort. Salisbury is at Northwest Cabarrus on Wednesday. The junior varsity game is at 4:30 p.m., and the varsity game is at 6 p.m.

East tennis beats NPC rival Carson Central scored in the 70th minute on a goal by Christian Ortiz. East Rowan’s girls tennis team topped East keeper Dillon Arey, who missed the Carson 6-3 in a matchup of NPC contenders county tournament, was back in action and Monday. had a number of saves. East shared the league Spencer Torres and Trent Wood led title with Statesville last East’s defense, which contained Central season and then won a scoring threat Robert Thornton. Lippard tiebreaker that determined and Robbie Barnes controlled the midfield. playoff seeding. Carson “We were shooting better than I had already owns a 7-2 win ever seen before,” coach Preston Paffrath against Statesville this said. “We’re finally getting hungry to score year. and it shows. We have some kinks to work The Mustangs’ depth out with the defense but we’ll be ready for was a critical factor in the DULKOSKI conference play.” victory against Carson, which picked up singles  Minor Leagues wins from No. 1 seed Kelly The Kannapolis Intimidators were held Dulkoski (against Devan to five hits and lost 5-2 at Greensboro on Corpening) and No. 2 seed Monday. Carol Brown (against Jake Oester and Trayce Thompson had Megan Bullins). Dulkoskitwo hits each for Kannapolis. Brown also prevailed at  Chattanooga’s Jerry Sands (Catawba) No. 1 doubles. hit his 33rd homer of the season on MonEast’s four singles vicday, a two-run shot that accounted for the tories came from Kayela CORPENING Lookouts’ only runs in a 4-2 loss to Mobile. Wilson, Hannah Pressley,  David Thomas (Catawba) had two hits Rebecca Agner and Lizzie Weaver. Megan Bullins-Wilson and Agner-Weaver won in for Stockton late Sunday and raised his batting average to .251. doubles.  North Rowan’s tennis team lost to YVC  High Desert’s Kyle Seager (NW opponent Gray Stone 8-1 in Cabarrus, UNC) had three hits on Sunday its first competed match of night and is batting. 345. the season. North had an earlier  Catawba-Livingstone football match halted by weather. Mark “Packman” Packer and the SouthDaisy Lemke pulled out ern Fried Football Tour will be at Catawa third-set tiebreaker and ba on Sept. 4 for the opening football game won for the Cavaliers at against Livingstone. No. 5 singles. Kelli Berry Packman’s RV will be located on the and Dakota Honeycutt grassy area just below the gym patio at were also involved in BERRY 4:30 p.m. third-set tiebreakers. There will be giveaways for our students and fans.  Prep soccer From staff reports

East Rowan beat Central Cabarrus 3-1 on Monday in nonconference action. Dylan Grubb scored the first goal for East (2-1) on an assist by Reid Lippard. East took a 2-0 lead in the 44th minute when Levi Huffman punched in a header off an assist by Nathan Upright. Gaige Vandezande scored East’s final goal against Central on an assist by Grubb.

 Rowan Rampage The Rowan Rampage was pounded 34-0 on the road by the Richmond County Golden Bears in CCFL action on Saturday. “We’re in the process of retooling our team and our staff,” owner/player Scott Roby said. “So we’re probably gonna take some lumps over the next few weeks. In-

juries have also plagued us. We also need a few more dedicated ballplayers.”

 Catawba swimming Catawba sophomore Ashley Owens picked up her third gold medal at the 2010 International Paralympic Committee Swimming World Championships, helping the 4x100 medley relay team to a win on Friday night in The Netherlands. Owens swam the anchor leg as the USA nipped Great Britain. Owens placed fifth in the three-mile open water swim and finished the world championships with three gold medals and a silver.

 Sacred Heart camp Lexington Middle School’s boys and girls teams went undefeated at the Sacred Heart basketball team camp. Emerson Hayes and Jordan Chavis led Lexington’s girls. Nolan Benson and Coleman Hayes led Lexington’s boys. Sacred Heart’s girls were led by Erin Ansbro, Annie Habeeb and Katie LeonGuerrero. Habeeb won the skills competition, while Ansboro was second in 3-point shooting. Sacred Heart’s boys were led by Christian Hester and Chili Chilton, who had strong inside games. Spencer Storey four 3-pointers), Joseph Harrison, Reilly Gokey and Max Fisher also had good tournaments. Harrison won the hot-shot contest. The Dolphins will host several tournaments this year starting in early November. Contact Bob Burges or Katie Meseroll at 704-633-2841 for more information.

 Local golf Seventy-six members played the second round of the GARS annual tournament on Monday at Warrior Golf Club. Butch Adams won ‘A’ Flight with a net of 60.11. Winning ‘B’ Flight with a net of 63.28 was David Schenk. John Noonan had a net of 64.42 and won ‘C’ Flight. Ross Howard won ‘D’ Flight with a net of 56.39.

Brown, Jordan reunited with Bobcats BY MIKE CRANSTON Associated Press

CHARLOTTE — The draft decision helped define both men in harsh terms: Michael Jordan was a failed executive, Kwame Brown a bust as a player. Now, nine years after Jordan took Brown with the No. 1 overall pick in the draft, they’re reuniting in hopes of shedding both labels. The Jordan-owned Charlotte Bobcats on Monday came to terms with Brown on a one-year deal for the veteran minimum of $1.3 million. Agent Mark Bartelstein said Brown will sign on Tuesday. “A really interesting story,” Bartelstein said. “Instead of running away from the shadow of Michael Jordan, he kind of embraced it.”

While the Bobcats need help in the middle after trading Tyson Chandler to Dallas last month, Brown would seemingly be the last center Jordan would turn to as he begins his first full season as majority owner. Jordan was running the Washington Wizards in 2001 when he took the 6-foot-11 Brown straight out of high school with the first pick. The Georgia teenager wasn’t ready for the NBA, and Jordan was labeled as another superstar player unfit to run a team. Jordan was fired from the Wizards in 2003, shortly after a comeback as a player. The Hall of Famer returned to the NBA three years later as part-owner of the Bobcats with the final say on basketball decisions. Jordan bought the team outright in the spring.

The 28-year-old Brown has bounced around the league with little success. He averaged 3.3 points and 3.7 rebounds in 48 games with Detroit last season. He’s averaged 6.7 points and 5.4 rebounds with four teams over nine seasons, including two stints with the Los Angeles Lakers. Jordan couldn’t be reached on Monday, and Bobcats general manager Rod Higgins didn’t immediately return a message seeking comment. Bartelstein said his client was intrigued about playing for Charlotte coach Larry Brown because he has a “great history of teaching and developing players.” Larry Brown, who led the Bobcats to their first playoff berth last season, has always been intrigued with long, athletic shot-blockers who can play multiple positions.

It may be Kwame Brown’s last chance to show just that. “We felt this was a critical year for him to kind of rebuild his career,” Bartelstein said. “He had a couple tough years. There were a lot of expectations and things didn’t go exactly the way he had hoped. So now it was about making a really good choice. “There has been so much criticism in the past about him and Michael and the way it didn’t work out the first time in Washington. I think that was a really a challenge for Kwame, to come back and turn that around.” The move comes as the Bobcats still have to make a decision with center Erick Dampier, acquired in the deal for Chandler. Dampier has a nonguaranteed contract worth $13 million next season.

Spurrier suspends Saunders indefinitely Associated Press

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Weslye Saunders’ future at South Carolina is unclear after the tight end was suspended by coach Steve Spurrier on Monday. Spurrier said Saunders would be held out indefinitely for violating team rules — and not for any potential findings from this summer’s continuing NCAA inquiry centered around the 6-foot-6 senior. Saunders was questioned by NCAA investigators looking into possible rules violations at a party in Miami in May. Spurrier has said Saun-

ders told the coach he’d done nothing wrong. Saunders also was among several players Spurrier told to leave a local hotel and find other living arrangements. “I said suspended for violation of team rules. Team rules have nothing to do with the NCAA,” Spurrier said. Saunders has not spoken publicly this summer. Spurrier said on his radio call-in show last week that he expected the NCAA to have a ruling about the tight end’s eligibility before the Gamecocks open the season against Southern Miss on Sept. 2.  BOSTON — Boston Col-

lege wide receiver Colin Larmond Jr. will miss the season with a knee injury.

COLLEGE HOOPS LINCOLN, Neb. — Point guard Bo Spencer is transferring to Nebraska after having been declared academically ineligible at LSU.  MINNEAPOLIS — Trevor Mbakwe has returned to practice for the Minnesota basketball team for the first time since he was sidelined by an assault accusation. Mbakwe missed last season because of a felony assault charge stemming from an alleged incident while he was at

Miami-Dade Community College in April 2009.

TENNIS NEW YORK — Seeking to complete the career Grand Slam, Rafael Nadal will be the top-seeded man when the U.S. Open starts next week, while Roger Federer will come to Flushing Meadows seeded second. Missing from New York will be defending men’s champion Juan Martin del Potro, who remains sidelined with a lingering wrist injury. At No. 9, Andy Roddick is the highest seeded American man.

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Georgia Tech defenders adjusting to 3-4 scheme Associated Press

ATLANTA — Senior inside linebacker Brad Jefferson is the leader of the Georgia Tech defense. That may not seem like much of a distinction after the unit’s shaky performance last season. The Yellow Jackets won the 2009 ACC title and went 11-3 despite allowing more than 360 yards per game. The team’s high-powered offense made 67 plays of at least 20 yards, but the defense gave up 66. Former Virginia coach Al Groh was brought in as defensive coordinator to help fix things. Groh installed his 3-4 defense during the spring. Now it is up to the Georgia Tech players to make it work. “You know what I’ve found through the years? If you’re not

very good, it’s somebody else’s fault,” Yellow Jackets coach Paul Johnson said. “It’s exciting any time you change, but show me. That’s all we’ve got to do is show me.” Jefferson is confident that the defense will do just that. “We can be a lot better,” said Jefferson, who led the team with 95 tackles a year ago and was second on the team with eight of them for losses. “I’m sure of that. I think the 3-4 fits us, but we can’t count on just that. It’s on all of us to step up and play better. I know we can.” The Yellow Jackets open the season on Sept. 4 against South Carolina State, then play at Kansas before beginning ACC action at North Carolina on Sept. 18. “Coach Groh has brought so much energy to us,” Jefferson said. “He’s

a great teacher, and he really gets us flying around out there.” Defensive end Derrick Morgan and safety Morgan Burnett left a year early for the NFL, GROH leaving a couple of holes. But the Georgia Tech defense has plenty of experience and a renewed commitment. “I have high expectations for myself and the team,” said Jefferson, a graduate of Johnson County High School in Wrightsville. “Every team in America loses key players. We’re not dwelling in the past. It’s a new season and a new team. We’re just thinking about this year and how to be better.”

The 244-pound Jefferson will call out the defensive signals for the Yellow Jackets, making him a key in the transition from the team’s former four-man front. “Brad is a football guy,” Groh said. “A lot of the stuff that we have installed has come to him easily and he is a physically rugged player who brings a high energy level. “Leadership is about attitude and actions, not speeches. His actions put him in a position to set standards and that is a prime function of leaders. He sets the standards for toughness and effort and energy that hopefully will raise the whole defense.” Not giving up so many long gains is the key to Georgia Tech’s defensive improvement. “The elimination of big plays is

right there on the top of the list of things that we have to get accomplished,” Groh said. Johnson replaced former coordinator Dave Womack and made changes in his defensive staff. But the real responsibility belongs with the players, Johnson said. “Sometimes you have to look within,” Johnson said. “Sometimes you’ve just got to rush the passer and you’ve got to cover people and you’ve got to tackle people. “There is no magic scheme where they can hide somebody. If you’re getting your tail blocked six yards down the field, then you’re getting blocked six yards down the field. Nobody can help you there. You’ve got to man up and whip somebody’s tail occasionally.”

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“Swing’n for Nazareth” Golf Tournament Sapona Country Club Lexington, NC

Monday, August 30, 2010

Registration 11:30AM Buffet Lunch 12:00PM Shotgun Start (promptly) 1:00PM Golf Entry Fee (Reccession Special) $100.00 $75.00 per golfer

1 Mulligan per Golfer/included

Not valid for long drive, closest to pin or hole in ones. Hole In One Chances / $10.00 Covers your chance to win a Can Am Spyder on Hole 3 and a trip for two to the Master on Hole 13. Great prizes for Long Drives and Closest to Pin on Holes 7, 16.

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Domonique Noble (20) stands with his teammates and coaches after West Rowan beat Eastern Alamance last season.

NOBLE FROM 1B “There was a whole lot of love from those schools,” Noble said. Penn State made the cut for the final two because, like Georgia Tech, it has a nuclear engineering program. There probably aren’t many Nittany Lion players enrolled in that major, but Noble isn’t an ordinary student. He’s sharp enough to excel in courses with unpronounceable names. As a sophomore, Noble had an interception in the 3A state championship game while operating against West Craven’s prolific passing combination of Shrine Bowl QB Brett Mooring and current UNC receiver Erik Highsmith. Noble’s profile began its meteoric rise shortly after he posted two of his six picks as a junior in a 2009 state championship game victory against Eastern Alamance “We’ve had great defensive lineman, and that gave us an opportunity to make plays in the secondary,” Noble said. “After that game, Wake Forest, N.C. State and some others got psyched about me.” Last spring, football coaches from Wisconsin, Arkansas (where former West defensive end Chris Smith is now enrolled) and Penn State were stuffed into the cozy West gym

watching Noble play basketball. He’s not a shooter, but he threw down eyepopping baseline dunks. Those coaches were there to evaluate his athleticism, not his jumper, and they decided Nobel was a prize. Noble is calm and reserved, but he brings excitement to a gym or football field. He’s a physical specimen for a cornerback at 6foot-2, 190 pounds, and he runs 4.6 40s. He can move and he can hit, so he could continue as a physical corner or evolve into a fast safety. “Domonique is just terribly, terribly gifted,” West defensive coordinator David Hunt said. “He’s special because of how long he is, and he’s learning how to use that length to get leverage on the receivers he’s jamming or the people that are trying to block him. Plus, he’s a very smart guy. He’s a senior now, and he understands what we’re trying to accomplish as a defense.” West has the luxury of a secondary full of potential college recruits. In addition to Noble, Eric Cowan, Trey Mashore and Darryl Jackson Jr. could play on the next level. “As a unit, we could lock people down,” Noble said. Noble’s commitment is the first announcement out of West this season. Noble’s first cousin, dynamic quarterback B.J. Sherrill, also is being recruited by many schools. Settling the recruiting is-

sue early should help Noble focus on helping West pursue its seventh straight NPC title and third straight 3A championship. The Falcons have won 31 games in a row. “It really is a load off my back,” Noble said. Young said Noble plans to attend Georgia Tech’s opener against South Carolina State at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Nov. 4, and he’s happy a tough decision is out of the way. “Early is better,” Young said. “We’ve had a lot of guys — Parks, Smith, Tristan Dorty (Wake), Kendall High (UNC) — get it done early, and Domonique learned from those recruits.” The Jackets have announced 13 commitments so far, including four from North Carolina. Noble became friends with linebacker Tremayne McNair (Jacksonville White Oak) and quarterback Vad Lee (Durham Hillside) during the recruiting process. Athlete Airyn Willis, Southwest Guilford’s QB, is also an early commitment. A year ago, Noble didn’t envision a recruiting rush, but he’s deserving. “I always worked as hard as I could with the idea of being a good high school player,” he said. “To get national recognition, that’s very unexpected, and it means a lot. I appreciate my family, my coaches and my teammates for helping me get here.”

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ARLINGTON, Texas — Joe Mauer’s clean single to center field with one out in the ninth inning broke up the no-hit bid of four Texas Rangers pitchers. The Rangers beat the Minnesota Twins 4-0 on Monday night in the sixth no-hitter this season broken up in the ninth inning. Starter Rich Harden was activated from the disabled list earlier in the day and he went 62⁄3 innings before being lifted after throwing 111 pitches. Matt Harrison got the final out of the seventh. Darren O’Day pitched the eighth and All-Star closer Neftali Feliz got one in the ninth before Mauer singled. Texas prevailed in the matchup of division leaders but fell two outs shy of its first no-hitter since Kenny Rogers’ perfect game against California on July 28, 1994. Blue Jays 3, Yankees 2 TORONTO — Jose Bautista hit a two-run homer, then added a tiebreaking solo drive in the eighth inning for his majorsleading 40th of the season for Toronto. Scott Downs (5-5) pitched one inning for the win and Kevin Gregg finished in the ninth for his 28th save in 32 chances. Blue Jays starter Brandon Morrow allowed two runs and four hits in six innings. He walked two and struck out 12. Red Sox 6, Mariners 3 BOSTON — Marco Scutaro’s second two-run single gave Boston the lead for good and John Lackey pitched eight strong innings. Adrian Beltre and J.D. Drew both had two singles for the Red Sox, who won their third straight after their most lopsided loss of the season last Friday. Lackey (12-7) gave up three runs — two earned — and six hits, striking out 10 and walking two in his best start since he took a no-hitter into the eighth inning at Seattle on July 22. Tigers 12, Royals 3 DETROIT — Ryan Raburn drove in three runs and scored twice to help Detroit continue a strong homestand. Jhonny Peralta and Brandon Inge also drove in three runs for the Tigers, who are 4-0 since returning home and have outscored the opposition 31-6. Jeremy Bonderman (7-9) got the win, ending a threestart losing streak by allowing two runs on eight hits in six innings. National League WASHINGTON — Mike Quade got his first major league win, and so did Casey Coleman. The post-Piniella Chicago Cubs are off to quite a start. Coleman, a rookie righthander, took a one-hitter into the seventh inning, and Cubs interim manager Quade had a successful debut Monday night in a 9-1 victory over the Washington Nationals. Making his second start and sixth major league appearance, Coleman (1-1) allowed one run and three hits with three strikeouts and two walks. Cardinals 10, Pirates 2 PITTSBURGH — Albert Pujols hit a three-run home run one pitch after injured Pirates starter Ross Ohlendorf was pulled during a four-run St. Louis first inning, and the Cardinals moved to within a game of the NL wild card lead by beating Pittsburgh. Kyle Lohse (2-5), making his second start since spending nearly three months on the disabled list with a right forearm injury, pitched five scoreless innings before giving up Garrett Jones’ tworun homer in the sixth. Astros 3, Phillies 2 PHILADELPHIA — Brett Myers threw seven sharp innings against his former team, Carlos Lee hit a go-ahead two-run single in the eighth and the Astros beat the Phillies. The wild card-leading Phillies lost for just the sixth time in their last 30 home games.

Standings American League East Division W L Pct GB New York 77 48 .616 — 1 ⁄2 Tampa Bay 76 48 .613 Boston 72 54 .571 51⁄2 65 59 .524 111⁄2 Toronto Baltimore 44 81 .352 33 Central Division W L Pct GB 72 53 .576 — Minnesota Chicago 67 57 .540 41⁄2 Detroit 62 63 .496 10 53 72 .424 19 Kansas City Cleveland 50 74 .403 211⁄2 West Division W L Pct GB 70 54 .565 — Texas Los Angeles 62 63 .496 81⁄2 Oakland 61 62 .496 81⁄2 49 76 .392 211⁄2 Seattle Sunday’s Games Detroit 8, Cleveland 1 N.Y. Yankees 10, Seattle 0 Texas 6, Baltimore 4 Boston 5, Toronto 0 Kansas City 3, Chicago White Sox 2, 10 innings Tampa Bay 3, Oakland 2 Minnesota 4, L.A. Angels 0 Monday’s Games Detroit 12, Kansas City 3 Toronto 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 Boston 6, Seattle 3 Texas 4, Minnesota 0 Tampa Bay at L.A. Angels, late Tuesday’s Games Kansas City (Davies 6-7) at Detroit (Porcello 5-11), 7:05 p.m. Oakland (G.Gonzalez 10-8) at Cleveland (Carmona 11-11), 7:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (Moseley 3-2) at Toronto (Rzepczynski 1-1), 7:07 p.m. Seattle (Pauley 2-4) at Boston (Beckett 3-3), 7:10 p.m. Minnesota (Pavano 15-8) at Texas (C.Lewis 9-10), 8:05 p.m. Baltimore (Guthrie 7-12) at Chicago White Sox (Floyd 8-10), 8:10 p.m. Tampa Bay (W.Davis 9-9) at L.A. Angels (E.Santana 13-8), 10:05 p.m. Wednesday’s Games Kansas City at Detroit, 1:05 p.m. Seattle at Boston, 1:35 p.m. Tampa Bay at L.A. Angels, 3:35 p.m. Oakland at Cleveland, 7:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees at Toronto, 7:07 p.m. Minnesota at Texas, 8:05 p.m. Baltimore at Chicago White Sox, 8:10 p.m.

National League East Division W L Pct GB 73 52 .584 — Atlanta Philadelphia 70 54 .565 21⁄2 Florida 62 61 .504 10 62 62 .500 101⁄2 New York Washington 53 72 .424 20 Central Division W L Pct GB Cincinnati 72 52 .581 — 68 54 .557 3 St. Louis Milwaukee 59 65 .476 13 Houston 55 69 .444 17 52 74 .413 21 Chicago Pittsburgh 41 84 .328 311⁄2 West Division W L Pct GB San Diego 74 49 .602 — .552 6 San Francisco 69 56 Colorado 64 60 .516 101⁄2 Los Angeles 63 62 .504 12 49 76 .392 26 Arizona Sunday’s Games Houston 2, Florida 1 Pittsburgh 2, N.Y. Mets 1 Philadelphia 6, Washington 0 San Diego 7, Milwaukee 3 St. Louis 9, San Francisco 0 Atlanta 16, Chicago Cubs 5 Cincinnati 5, L.A. Dodgers 2 Colorado 1, Arizona 0 Monday’s Games Chicago Cubs 9, Washington 1 Houston 3, Philadelphia 2 St. Louis 10, Pittsburgh 2 Colorado 5, Atlanta 4 Cincinnati at San Francisco, 10:15 p.m. Tuesday’s Games Chicago Cubs (Zambrano 4-6) at Washington (Lannan 5-5), 7:05 p.m. Houston (Norris 6-7) at Philadelphia (Hamels 7-10), 7:05 p.m. St. Louis (Wainwright 17-7) at Pittsburgh (Maholm 7-12), 7:05 p.m. Florida (Jo.Johnson 11-5) at N.Y. Mets (Dickey 8-5), 7:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers (Lilly 7-8) at Milwaukee (Bush 6-10), 8:10 p.m. Atlanta (D.Lowe 11-11) at Colorado (De La Rosa 4-4), 8:40 p.m. Arizona (R.Lopez 5-11) at San Diego (Richard 11-5), 10:05 p.m. Cincinnati (Tr.Wood 4-1) at San Francisco (J.Sanchez 9-8), 10:15 p.m. Wednesday’s Games Atlanta at Colorado, 3:10 p.m. Cincinnati at San Francisco, 3:45 p.m. Chicago Cubs at Washington, 7:05 p.m. Houston at Philadelphia, 7:05 p.m. St. Louis at Pittsburgh, 7:05 p.m. Florida at N.Y. Mets, 7:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers at Milwaukee, 8:10 p.m. Arizona at San Diego, 10:05 p.m.

Box scores Red Sox 6, Mariners 3 Boston h bi ab r h bi 1 0 Scutaro ss 4 1 2 4 3 0 J.Drew rf 4 0 2 1 0 0 VMrtnz c 3 0 0 1 0 0 D.Ortiz dh 4 0 1 0 2 2 ABeltre 3b 4 1 2 0 1 0 Lowell 1b 4 0 1 0 0 0 Lowrie 2b 4 2 1 0 0 0 Nava lf 2 1 1 0 0 0 DMcDn lf 1 1 0 0 Kalish cf 3 0 0 0 Totals 34 3 7 2 Totals 33 6 10 6 Seattle 001 002 000—3 Boston 000 030 30x—6 E—Langerhans (1), Lackey (3), Lowrie (5). Lob—Seattle 6, Boston 6. Sb—Figgins (32). S—Kalish. Sf—V.martinez. H R ER BB SO IP Seattle 1 6 5 2 1 6 Fister L,4-9 6 ⁄3 2 ⁄3 3 1 1 0 0 White Olson 1 1 0 0 0 1 Boston Lackey W,12-7 8 6 3 2 2 10 Papelbon S,31 1 1 0 0 0 2 T—2:21. A—37,133 (37,402).

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BASEBALL Toronto 3. Lob—New York 5, Toronto 6. 2b—Teixeira (30), Cano (35), Posada (17), Y.escobar (6). Hr—J.bautista 2 (40). IP H R ER BB SO New York 1 5 ⁄3 6 2 2 1 3 Nova 2 ⁄3 0 0 0 1 1 Logan Chamberlain 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 3 D.robertson L,2-41 Toronto Morrow 6 4 2 2 2 12 1 1 0 0 0 1 Camp S.downs W,5-5 1 1 0 0 0 1 Gregg S,28-32 1 0 0 0 1 1 Logan pitched to 1 batter in the 7th. HBP—by Morrow (Granderson). WP— Morrow. T—2:41. A—29,198 (49,539).

Tigers 12, Royals 3 Detroit Kansas City ab r h bi ab r h bi GBlanc cf 4 2 2 1 AJcksn cf 2 2 0 0 Kendall c 2 0 0 0 Rhyms 2b 4 2 2 0 B.Pena c 2 0 0 0 Damon dh 4 2 2 1 Kaaihu dh 4 0 1 1 MiCarr 1b 3 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 BButler 1b 4 0 2 1 Kelly 1b Betemt 3b 3 0 0 0 Raburn lf 4 2 3 3 Aviles 3b 1 0 0 0 JhPerlt ss 2 1 2 3 Gordon lf 3 0 0 0 Santiag ss 1 0 0 0 JaMillr lf 1 0 1 0 Inge 3b 3 1 1 3 Maier rf 4 1 2 0 C.Wells rf 2 0 0 0 YBtncr ss 4 0 2 0 Boesch rf 3 0 0 0 Getz 2b 4 0 1 0 Laird c 5 0 1 1 Totals 36 3 11 3 Totals 3312 1212 Kansas City 100 010 001— 3 Detroit 200 127 00x—12 E—Maier 2 (5). Dp—Kansas City 1. Lob—Kansas City 8, Detroit 9. 2b—G.blanco (3), B.butler (36), Rhymes (5), Raburn (17), Jh.peralta (25), Inge (25). S—Kendall, Rhymes. Sf—G.blanco, Inge. IP H R ER BB SO Kansas City 1 5 5 5 5 2 Chen L,8-7 4 ⁄3 J.Chavez 1 6 7 7 3 0 22⁄3 1 0 0 2 4 G.Holland Detroit Bnderman W,7-9 6 8 2 2 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 B.Thomas Schlereth 1 0 0 0 0 0 Bonine 1 3 1 1 0 0 WP—J.Chavez, Bonderman. T—2:50. A—30,552 (41,255).

Cardinals 10, Pirates 2 Pittsburgh St. Louis ab r h bi ab r h bi Schmkr 2b4 1 1 0 AMcCt cf 5 0 0 0 Winn ph-rf 1 0 0 0 Tabata lf 4 0 3 0 Jay cf 5 1 2 1 NWalkr 2b 4 1 1 0 Pujols 1b 5 2 3 3 JThms p 0 0 0 0 BryAnd c 1 0 1 1 GJones 1b 4 1 1 2 Hollidy lf 6 2 2 1 Alvarez 3b 3 0 0 0 FLopez ss 2 1 0 0 Doumit c 3 0 1 0 MBggs p 0 0 0 0 Milledg rf 2 0 0 0 Miles ph 1 0 0 0 Park p 0 0 0 0 TMiller p 0 0 0 0 AnLRc ph 1 0 0 0 MacDgl p 0 0 0 0 Ledezm p 0 0 0 0 YMolin 1b 5 0 3 2 DlwYn 2b 1 0 1 0 P.Feliz 3b 4 2 1 0 Cedeno ss 4 0 1 0 Craig rf 3 1 1 0 Ohlndrf p 0 0 0 0 Lohse p 3 0 0 0 Gallghr p 1 0 0 0 B.Ryan ss 2 0 0 1 Snyder c 3 0 0 0 35 2 8 2 Totals 421014 9 Totals 400 030 102—10 St. Louis Pittsburgh 000 002 000— 2 Lob—St. Louis 12, Pittsburgh 8. 2b—Pujols (28), Holliday (34), Y.molina (14), Craig (3), Doumit (21), Delw.young (11). 3b— N.walker (2). Hr—Pujols (33), G.jones (18). Sb—Tabata (13). H R ER BB SO IP St. Louis 1 6 2 2 2 4 Lohse W,2-5 5 ⁄3 12⁄3 1 0 0 0 0 M.Boggs T.Miller 1 0 0 0 0 1 MacDougal 1 1 0 0 0 2 Pittsburgh Ohlendorf L,1-11 0 1 2 2 1 0 6 5 5 2 1 Gallagher 41⁄3 2 0 0 2 0 12⁄3 Park Ledezma 1 2 1 1 0 0 J.Thomas 2 3 2 2 2 2 Ohlendorf pitched to 2 batters in the 1st. WP—Park. T—3:08. A—12,393 (38,362).

Astros 3, Phillies 2 Philadelphia h bi ab r h bi 3 0 Rollins ss 5 1 2 0 1 0 Victorn cf 4 0 0 0 0 1 Utley 2b 4 0 1 1 2 2 Howard 1b 4 0 0 0 0 0 Werth rf 4 0 2 0 0 0 Ibanez lf 4 0 1 0 0 0 C.Ruiz c 2 1 1 1 0 0 BFrncs pr 0 0 0 0 0 0 WValdz 3b 4 0 1 0 2 0 Blanton p 2 0 1 0 1 0 DBrwn ph 1 0 1 0 0 0 Madson p 0 0 0 0 1 0 Lidge p 0 0 0 0 Polanc ph 1 0 0 0 35 2 10 2 Totals 34 310 3 Totals 100 000 020—3 Houston Philadelphia 002 000 000—2 E—Ca.lee (6). Dp—Houston 1. Lob— Houston 6, Philadelphia 8. 2b—Ca.lee (23), Werth (42). Hr—C.ruiz (6). Sb—Bourn 2 (42), A.hernandez (1), B.francisco (6). S— Ang.sanchez. Sf—Pence. IP H R ER BB SO Houston Myers W,9-7 7 9 2 2 1 9 Byrdak H,6 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 Lyon S,7-8 Philadelphia Blanton 7 6 1 1 0 9 1 3 2 2 0 1 Madson L,4-2 Lidge 1 1 0 0 0 1 T—2:37. A—44,081 (43,651). Houston

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Washington ab r h bi ab r h bi DeWitt 2b 5 1 3 2 Morgan cf 4 0 0 0 Castro ss 6 1 2 0 AKndy 2b 4 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 Zmrmn 3b 3 0 1 0 Byrd cf Fukdm rf 4 0 2 1 Storen p 0 0 0 0 ArRmr 3b 3 2 1 0 Clipprd p 0 0 0 0 JeBakr 3b 0 0 0 0 Mench ph 1 0 0 0 Nady 1b 4 2 3 0 A.Dunn 1b 3 0 1 0 Colvin rf 4 1 1 2 Morse 1b 1 1 0 0 ASorin lf 5 1 2 2 Berndn lf 3 0 1 0 Soto c 2 0 0 1 IRdrgz c 3 0 0 1 Colemn p 4 0 1 1 WHarrs rf 2 0 0 0 Cashnr p 0 0 0 0 AlGnzlz ss 3 0 0 0 MHffpr ph 1 0 0 0 LHrndz p 1 0 0 0 Dimnd p 0 0 0 0 Batista p 0 0 0 0 Marqus ph 1 0 0 0 Slaten p 0 0 0 0 JoPerlt p 0 0 0 0 Maxwll rf 1 0 0 0 Totals 39 915 9 Totals 30 1 3 1 Chicago 005 021 100—9 Washington 000 000 100—1 E—Dewitt (13). Dp—Chicago 1, Washington 1. Lob—Chicago 12, Washington 4. 2b—Dewitt (18), S.castro (24), Nady (12), A.soriano (32), Bernadina (15). 3b—A.soriano (3). Hr—Dewitt (4). Cs—S.castro (6). Sf—Dewitt. IP H R ER BB SO Chicago 3 1 1 2 3 Coleman W,1-1 61⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 Cashner 12⁄3 Diamond 1 0 0 0 0 2 Washington Hernndz L,8-9 4 1⁄3 10 7 7 4 5 2 ⁄3 0 0 0 0 1 Batista Slaten 1 2 1 1 2 2 Jo.Peralta 1 2 1 1 0 1 Storen 1 0 0 0 0 1 Clippard 1 1 0 0 0 0 HBP—by L.Hernandez (Byrd, Nady). T—3:08. A—17,921 (41,546).

Rockies 5, Braves 4 Atlanta

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League leaders NATIONAL LEAGUE BATTING—Votto, Cincinnati, .323; Prado, Atlanta, .320; Pujols, St. Louis, .319; CGonzalez, Colorado, .318; Polanco, Philadelphia, .317; Byrd, Chicago, .306; Holliday, St. Louis, .301; Werth, Philadelphia, .301; Zimmerman, Washington, .301. RUNS—BPhillips, Cincinnati, 87; Pujols, St. Louis, 86; Votto, Cincinnati, 86; Prado, Atlanta, 84; Weeks, Milwaukee, 84; Uggla, Florida, 83; CGonzalez, Colorado, 79. RBI—Pujols, St. Louis, 92; Votto, Cincinnati, 86; Howard, Philadelphia, 82; McGehee, Milwaukee, 82; DWright, New York, 81; CGonzalez, Colorado, 80; AdGonzalez, San Diego, 79; Uggla, Florida, 79. HITS—Prado, Atlanta, 149; BPhillips, Cincinnati, 147; Pujols, St. Louis, 146; CGonzalez, Colorado, 143; Braun, Milwaukee, 142; Byrd, Chicago, 141; Weeks, Milwaukee, 139. DOUBLES—Werth, Philadelphia, 42; ATorres, San Francisco, 39; Holliday, St. Louis, 34; Loney, Los Angeles, 33; Prado, Atlanta, 32; ASoriano, Chicago, 32; 7 tied at 31. TRIPLES—SDrew, Arizona, 8; Fowler, Colorado, 8; JosReyes, New York, 8; Victorino, Philadelphia, 8; AEscobar, Milwaukee, 7; Morgan, Washington, 7; Pagan, New York, 7. HOME RUNS—Pujols, St. Louis, 33; ADunn, Washington, 31; Votto, Cincinnati, 29; Uggla, Florida, 28; MarReynolds, Arizona, 27; Fielder, Milwaukee, 25; AdGonzalez, San Diego, 25; CGonzalez, Colorado, 25. STOLEN BASES—Bourn, Houston, 42; Morgan, Washington, 31; Pagan, New York, 30; JosReyes, New York, 28; AMcCutchen, Pittsburgh, 26; CYoung, Arizona, 25; Venable, San Diego, 24. PITCHING—Jimenez, Colorado, 17-4; Wainwright, St. Louis, 17-7; Halladay, Philadelphia, 16-8; CCarpenter, St. Louis, 14-4; THudson, Atlanta, 14-5; Arroyo, Cincinnati, 14-7; Nolasco, Florida, 14-8. STRIKEOUTS—Halladay, Philadelphia, 180; Kershaw, Los Angeles, 174; Lincecum, San Francisco, 173; Wainwright, St. Louis, 165; Hamels, Philadelphia, 162; JoJohnson, Florida, 162; Dempster, Chicago, 160. SAVES—HBell, San Diego, 37; BrWilson, San Francisco, 35; FCordero, Cincinnati, 34; Wagner, Atlanta, 30; LNunez, Florida, 28; Capps, Washington, 26; FRodriguez, New York, 25. AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING—Hamilton, Texas, .357; MiCabrera, Detroit, .341; Mauer, Minnesota, .330; Cano, New York, .326; ABeltre, Boston, .325; DeJesus, Kansas City, .318; ISuzuki, Seattle, .311; DelmYoung, Minnesota, .311. RUNS—Teixeira, New York, 92; MiCabrera, Detroit, 89; Crawford, Tampa Bay, 89; Jeter, New York, 88; Hamilton, Texas, 87; Cano, New York, 85; JBautista, Toronto, 83. RBI—MiCabrera, Detroit, 103; ARodriguez, New York, 97; JBautista, Toronto, 95; Guerrero, Texas, 91; Hamilton, Texas, 89; Teixeira, New York, 89; DelmYoung, Minnesota, 88. HITS—Hamilton, Texas, 169; ISuzuki, Seattle, 161; Cano, New York, 156; ABeltre, Boston, 153; MiCabrera, Detroit, 150; MYoung, Texas, 146; AJackson, Detroit, 144; Jeter, New York, 144. DOUBLES—Longoria, Tampa Bay, 40; Markakis, Baltimore, 39; Mauer, Minnesota, 39; MiCabrera, Detroit, 38; Hamilton, Texas, 38; ABeltre, Boston, 37; VWells, Toronto, 37. TRIPLES—Crawford, Tampa Bay, 8; AJackson, Detroit, 7; Pennington, Oakland, 7; Span, Minnesota, 7; Granderson, New York, 6; Maier, Kansas City, 6; Podsednik, Kansas City, 6. HOME RUNS—JBautista, Toronto, 40; MiCabrera, Detroit, 31; Konerko, Chicago, 31; Hamilton, Texas, 28; DOrtiz, Boston, 27; Teixeira, New York, 27; Cano, New York, 25. STOLEN BASES—Pierre, Chicago, 49; Crawford, Tampa Bay, 41; RDavis, Oakland, 36; Gardner, New York, 35; BUpton, Tampa Bay, 35; Figgins, Seattle, 32; ISuzuki, Seattle, 31. PITCHING—Sabathia, New York, 175; Price, Tampa Bay, 15-5; CBuchholz, Boston, 15-5; PHughes, New York, 15-5; Pavano, Minnesota, 15-8; Verlander, Detroit, 14-8; Cahill, Oakland, 13-5; Garza, Tampa Bay, 13-7; Lester, Boston, 13-8; ESantana, Los Angeles, 13-8. STRIKEOUTS—JerWeaver, Los Angeles, 189; FHernandez, Seattle, 183; Lester, Boston, 166; Liriano, Minnesota, 165; Morrow, Toronto, 165; Verlander, Detroit, 160; CLewis, Texas, 154. SAVES—RSoriano, Tampa Bay, 37; Soria, Kansas City, 35; NFeliz, Texas, 31; Papelbon, Boston, 31; Gregg, Toronto, 28; MRivera, New York, 25; Aardsma, Seattle, 24; Valverde, Detroit, 24.

Near no-hitters No-hit bids that were broken up in the ninth inning this season: Aug. 23 — Rich Harden (6.2), Matt Harrison (.1), Darren O’Day (1), Neftali Feliz (1), Texas vs. Minnesota; Joe Mauer oneout single up the middle, Texas 4-0 Aug. 8 — Brandon Morrow, Toronto vs. Tampa Bay; Evan Longoria two-out single to second base, Blue Jays 1-0. July 10 — x-Travis Wood, Cincinnati at Philadelphia; Carlos Ruiz no-out double to left-center field, Phillies 1-0, 11 innings. June 13 — Ted Lilly, Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox; pinch hitter Juan Pierre no-out single up the middle, Cubs 1-0. June 2 — x-Armando Galarraga, Detroit vs. Cleveland; Jason Donald two-out single to first base, Tigers 3-0. x-perfect game

Calendar Sept. 1 — Active rosters expand to 40 players. Oct. 6 — Playoffs begin. Oct. 27 — World Series begins, city of National League champion. November — Free agent filing period, first 15 days after World Series ends. Dec. 1 — Last day for teams to offer salary arbitration to their former players who became free agents. Dec. 7 — Last day for free agents offered salary arbitration to accept the offers. Dec. 6-9 — Winter meetings, Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Dec. 12 — Last day for teams to offer 2011 contracts to unsigned players. 2011 Jan 5-15 — Salary arbitration filing. Jan. 18 — Exchange of salary arbitration figures. Feb. 1-21 — Salary arbitration hearings. Feb. 13 — Voluntary reporting date for pitchers, catchers and injured players. Feb. 18 — Voluntary reporting date for other players. March 1 — Mandatory reporting date. March 2-11 — Teams may renew contracts of unsigned players. March 14 — Last day to place a player on unconditional release waivers and pay 30 days termination pay instead of 45 days. March 28 — Last day to request unconditional release waivers on a player without having to pay his full 2011 salary. March 30 — Opening day, active rosters reduced to 25 players. July 12 — All-Star game, Phoenix. July 31 — Last day to trade a player without securing waivers. Aug. 15 — Last day to sign selections from 2011 amateur draft who have not exhausted college eligibility. Sept. 1 — Active rosters expand to 40 players. Dec. 5-8 — Winter meetings, Dallas. Dec. 11 — Collective bargaining agreement expires. Dec. 12 — Last day for teams to offer 2011 contracts to unsigned players.

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WASHINGTON — Stephen Strasburg is headed back to the disabled list, and his prized right arm will undergo yet another examination that will largely determine whether he pitches again this season. The Washington Nationals rookie will have a second MRI exam to see if anything more than a strained tendon in his forearm caused him to grimace after throwing a changeup in Saturday’s game at Philadelphia. Strasburg was removed from the game and underwent an MRI on Sunday. The MRI “showed some things on there that led us to set up another MRI,” general manager Mike Rizzo said Monday. The GM said the upcoming test will be done in the “next day or two” and will use an injection of dye that should render “a full view of what’s going on in there.” For now, the Nationals are still calling Strasburg’s injury a flexor strain in his throwing arm. He had been scheduled to start again Thursday, but instead will find himself on the disabled list for the second time in less than a month. The Nationals are expected to soon make the move official. “He’s anxious to find out what’s going on,” Rizzo said. “He felt good today. His elbow felt good. ... To say he’s little anxious, a little emotional would be fair to say.” Strasburg, who is 5-3 with a 2.91 ERA and 92 strikeouts in 68 innings, was hurt while making his third start since returning from the disabled list because of inflammation in the back of his right shoulder. Rizzo said Strasburg arrived at Nationals Park on Monday hoping do some throwing. The Nationals, who have been extremely cautious

with Strasburg’s development, told him no. Strasburg has told the team he had a similar problem in college at San Diego State and pitched through it. He was the No. 1 pick in the 2009 draft. “It’s discouraging for Stephen,” manager Jim RigSTRASBURG gleman said. The Nationals clarified remarks Rizzo made Sunday, when the general manager said Strasburg went through a normal post-start workout that including some light throwing. The Nationals said Rizzo misspoke and that Strasburg did not throw on Sunday. Rizzo wouldn’t speculate on whether Strasburg could be shelved for the season, saying the team will wait for the results on the next test and take a “prudent course of action after that.” Fellow Nationals starter John Lannan also had swelling around his flexor tendon earlier this season and missed one start. The Nationals have been careful to limit the innings and take every other precaution with their 22-yearold phenom — he was taken out of a game recently because of a protest in the outfield that delayed the game for a few minutes. Riggleman is familiar with promising pitchers who flame out early, having managed a young Kerry Wood with the Chicago Cubs. Riggleman said it’s important to properly deal with the “red flags” that arise early. “It just seems like pitchers get to a point where they’re past all the issues, guys like Livan (Hernandez) and Miguel (Batista),” Riggleman said. “It just seems like it’s the way it goes with these young pitchers.”

Damon has decision to make DETROIT (AP) — It’s all up to Johnny Damon now: Play out the season in Detroit, or rejoin the Boston Red Sox for another playoff chase. The Red Sox have claimed the 36year-old outfielder on waivers from the Tigers, and Damon was deciding Monday whether to go. Once a fan favorite at Fenway Park, he’s been booed there ever since he defected to the rival Yankees. Damon had a little time to make up his mind — teams have 48 hours to work out a deal — and the other Tigers were trying to help with the decision. “My teammates are making this

decision easier by saying they want me to stay,” he said after Monday’s 12-3 win over Kansas City. “My gut and everything else tells me that Detroit’s the place for me.” Damon, though, said he wants to talk to Tigers president Dave Dombrowski before making a decision. His contract includes a clause that gives him veto power over trades to all but eight teams. Because the Red Sox aren’t one of those clubs, he can block any move. Detroit could work out a trade with Boston to complete the deal if Damon gives the OK, and that might bring the Tigers a prospect in return.

Helton snaps out of funk DENVER (AP) — That’s the Todd Helton of old. Usually that Rockies 5 term’s been used Braves 4 in front of his name during his summer of struggles at the plate. Helton capped his first four-hit game in more than a year with a tiebreaking RBI single off lefty Jonny Venters in the eighth inning Monday night that lifted the Colorado Rockies to a 5-4 win over the Atlanta Braves. “I don’t know if it’s satisfaction or surprise,” Helton said of his first four-hit night since July 16, 2009, against San Diego. Helton dribbled a single over second base to score Carlos Gonzalez from second and make a winner of reliever Rafael Betancourt (4-1), who gave up the tying run in the top of the eighth. Huston Street got the final three outs for his 11th save in 15 chances. Venters fell to 4-1. Helton is starting to break out of a season-long slump this month — he’s hitting .308 (16-for-52) since coming off the DL on Aug. 3, and Monday night he raised his season batting average 10 points to .257. Two pitches before his gamewinner, he was knocked down by a wayward 97 mph fastball from Venters that glanced off his bat. Venters then buckled Helton’s knees with an inside curveball before leaving another heater out over the

plate. “It woke me up a little bit, right at my head, sinking in,” Helton said of the fastball that whizzed by his face. “It was almost a career changer.” And the fastball he hit up the middle was just as nasty. “The guy’s throwing 97 and it’s sinking all over the HELTON place,” Helton said. “I knew he was going to throw me a fastball. It was just a matter if I could hit it or not. There wasn’t much I could do with that, just put it in play and hopefully find a hole. Not a comfortable atbat, no.” Rockies manager Jim Tracy, who won his 700th career game, lauded Helton for his nerve to stay in there after getting dirtied. Pshaw, said Helton. “Yeah, I was pulling off a little bit. You saw the breaking ball before that. If he’d have thrown that for a strike, I’d have been out,” Helton said. “But I knew he was going to throw a fastball because his fastball’s that good.” Braves catcher Brian McCann was thoroughly impressed by Helton. “We were calling a sinker in but he kept his hands in and did the only thing you could do with it — drive it up the middle,” McCann said.

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were four-seam fastballs, and the 102.5-mph offering to Johnson was a swinging third strike. Injured Detroit Tigers reliever Joel Zumaya hit 102.2 two times earlier this season, and a 102.0-mph pitch from Parnell to Jason Castro in the same appearance against Houston ranks fourth in the majors this year. According to Efastball.com, Parnell would be tied for sixth place in MLB history on the site’s “fastest pitchers ever” list. He’d join Nolan Ryan (career high of 108.1 mph in 1974), Bob Feller (107.6 in 1946), Zumaya (104.8 in 2006), Mark Wohlers (103.0 in 1995), Jonathan Broxton (102.6 in 2009) and Steve Dalkowski (102.5 in 1958).

FROM 1B “We’re moving into that direction where we have a lot of our own people going out there and doing a pretty good job. “Unfortunately, Parnell, in the eighth inning, we’ve used him in the past, he hasn’t closed out the innings. Very seldom has he gotten an out. But he’s got to mature into that, because he has the stuff to be a closer.” Parnell has received national notoriety for his performance against the Astros. Twenty-nine of his 30 pitches

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Titans defeat Arizona

Two more starters injured for Dallas Associated Press

BY TERESA M. WALKER Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — National 24 c h a m p i Titans Cardinals 10 onship, regular season or simply an exhibition. The setting doesn’t seem to matter, not when Vince Young is playing Matt Leinart. Young outdueled Leinart yet again, Chris Johnson ran for a touchdown and Tennessee beat the Arizona Cardinals 24-10 Monday night in the Titans’ preseason home opener. The Titans (1-1) never trailed as Johnson scored on his sixth carry, an 8-yard TD that capped an 85-yard drive. The All-Pro watched from the bench the rest of the night. The top two quarterbacks taken in the 2006 draft didn’t play very much in the preseason matchup. At least Leinart didn’t have to watch Young drive his team down the field late for the win like he did in the 2006 BCS national championship or on this very field last Nov. 29 with a 99-yard drive for a 20-17 win. Young has no competition for his starting job these days, and he was 9 of 13 for 128 yards. The former Texas star left after four series with a 10-0 lead. Leinart is trying to hold off Derek Anderson for the starting job in Arizona. Leinart, who starred for Southern California in college, was 4 of 6 for 28 yards but produced no points for a second straight preseason game. The Cardinals (1-1) went three-and-out on each of his three series. Young struggled a bit early but completed three of four passes for 67 yards to set up Johnson’s TD run. On his fourth drive, Young fumbled the ball off his chest while scrambling only to see the ball bounce right back to him as he finished off an 8-yard gain for a first down. Three plays later, Nate Washington got his hands underneath a low throw initially ruled incomplete. Coach Jeff Fisher challenged and the replay showed he made the catch. Young drove the Titans to first-and-goal before they stalled. He tried to scramble up the middle on third down and was sacked by Paris Lenon and Adrian Wilson. Still, Rob Bironas’ 29-yard field goal capped the clockconsuming drive.

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albert Haynesworth said he shouldn’t have been playing with the reserves saturday.

Shanahan, Haynesworth mum about their meeting Associated Press

ASHBURN, Va. — Washington Redskins coach Mike Shanahan met with Albert Haynesworth on Monday and kept the conversation to himself, saying it’s “completely ridiculous” to keep talking about it publicly. “If you guys want to talk about football, we’ll talk about football,” Shanahan said. “But to keep on talking about things outside of football to me is completely ridiculous. I did have a conversation with him. If you want to talk about football, we’ll talk about football.” So Shanahan gave no response to the strong words uttered by the disgruntled nose tackle following Saturday’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Haynesworth accused the coach of mischaracterizing the reason he missed practice last week and said he will stay away from the Redskins’ offseason workout program again next year. Reports say Haynesworth was suffering from a muscle condition called rhabdomyolysis, but Shanahan told AOL Fanhouse on Sunday that he was “not aware of that.” Shanahan had given various reasons for Haynesworth’s inability to practice, eventually attributing it to a headache. Haynesworth did not talk to reporters Monday but was back at practice for the first time in a week. Shanahan has maintained that the twotime All-Pro tackle must practice regularly to play and work his way back to a starting role. He has made Haynesworth practice and play with the backups.

Haynesworth, who failed a conditioning test and missed the first nine days of training camp practice, said Saturday he shouldn’t have been playing with the reserves during the Ravens game. “We’re going to practice him as much as we can and get him ready to play,” Shanahan said Monday. “Hopefully he doesn’t miss any practices, and when he plays he plays well.” Defensive coordinator Jim Haslett, who has worked closely with Haynesworth amid the player-head coach feud, said Haynesworth is “in the mix” to become a starter before the regular season opener Sept. 12. “Obviously he’s a good football player when he’s in shape, healthy, ready to go,” Haslett said. “We need to find that out here in the next three weeks. ... He just has to get going, that’s all. It’s time to stop all this and just go.” Haynesworth’s teammates are looking forward to putting the dispute behind them. “Sometimes there’s frustration that takes place, but any time you have 80 players on the roster you’re going to have little things come up,” linebacker London Fletcher said. “Certain things should just stay in the locker room. Nowadays things get out.” Cornerback Carlos Rogers said players are more worried about their own jobs than Haynesworth’s situation. “I don’t think it affects nobody in this locker room,” Rogers said. “They worry about what they’ve got to do. That’s been going on since the summer. We’ve really been going without him.”

OXNARD, Calif. — Scratch two more Dallas Cowboys starters with injuries, making it four this preseason. And it’s looking less likely Dez Bryant will play in any exhibition games, either. The bright side, said coach Wade Phillips, is that almost everyone is expected back for the season opener. Free safety Gerald Sensabaugh and inside linebacker Keith Brooking are sitting out because of shoulder injuries. Both were hurt in the preseason game, against San Diego on Saturday night. Sensabaugh is likely to be back for the opener Sept. 12. He posted on Twitter, “I should be ready by Washington. Rehab going great ...” Mike Hamlin replaced Sensabaugh on the first team Monday. It was Hamlin’s first practice since suffering a concussion. Brooking’s injury isn’t as bad, but there’s a good chance he’ll get both games off. Besides the shoulder problem, he’s coming off knee surgery, he’s 34 and he’s played well in his limited action thus far. Plus, his absence means more playing time for second-round draft pick Sean Lee, who can use the extra work after missing the first two preseason games with an injury. Lee got off to a good start by making 13 tackles against the Chargers. Phillips said there were plenty of mistakes, too, but he raved, “That guy was all over the field.” “He made some plays a lot of people can’t make,” Phillips said. Dallas lost two offensive linemen last week, with right tackle Marc Colombo and left guard Kyle Kosier going down with knee injuries. Colombo is expected back for the opener but Kosier is out for up to three games; he’s the only guy already expected to miss the opener. Robert Brewster started in Colombo’s place against the Chargers and “still has a ways to go” before he’s ready. So veteran Alex Barron joined the first team Monday in his first practice since returning from an ankle injury. Barron was acquired from St. Louis in the offseason as an insurance policy at both tackle spots. Montrae Holland did so well in Kosier’s place that Phillips let him lead the end of practice cheer in the group huddle. Phillips picks a different player every day and this time he pointed out it was a reward for Holland’s steady performance against the Chargers. Players broke into a Flori-

fidence boost. “We’ve got a lot of new people there and I think they’ve seen some success,” coach John Fox said. “Hopefully, we can continue that and stay healthy.” Injuries were a concern Monday. Brayton, Martin, Marshall (knee), cornerback Captain Munnerlyn (calf) and safety C.J. Wilson (hip), who had a 31-yard fumble return for a touchdown against Baltimore, sat out practice. But none are believed to be serious injuries. So while the Panthers’ offense is still seeking its first touchdown of the preseason and special teams gaffes keeping the coaches busy, the mostly anonymous young guys on defense are carrying the team. “We have guys who know how to play the game, full speed and all out,” Beason said. “Sometimes you make mistakes, but usually when you’re giving great effort good things happen.”

DEFENSE FroM 1B Beason, who said he hasn’t missed an assignment there in two games, had two tackles against the Jets. The inexperienced Dan Connor, who replaced Beason in the middle, had a team-high six tackles, including one for a loss. “Dan’s doing great,” Beason said. “He’s out there having fun and he’s flying around making plays. He’s leading, he’s making calls. He’s speaking more than he ever has, so I feel real comfortable about what’s going on right now.” The biggest surprise is the defensive line. When Peppers and his franchise-record 81 career sacks left for Chicago, the Panthers entered training camp with a roster of 13 defensive linemen with a combined 361⁄2 career sacks. But that youthful, speedy group has produced 11 sacks in two exhibition games. Tyler Brayton, the only returning starter, had two sacks against the Ravens before sitting out the Jets game with a sprained left ankle. Brown, who started in Brayton’s place Saturday, rookie Greg Hardy, Nick Hayden and Eric Moore all have two sacks. The depth left Beason wondering aloud Monday “Who’s going to be here?” after final cuts. There are still a number of defensive tackles rotating in with the first team. “It’s scary, man. Good teams, they’re deep at the Dline position,” Beason said. “Guys rotate, just like running backs and receivers. Get a hot

da State chant, a nod to Holland’s alma mater. Bryant has been expected all along to be ready to face the Redskins. It’s whether he can get into a game before then that keeps changing. He was told Monday that he won’t be playing against Houston on Saturday night. GIANTS EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Eli Manning was wearing a blue Giants baseball cap to cover his head and the meding 3-inch wound on the left side of his forehead, but he was back at practice and getting ready to start Saturday’s nextto-last preseason game against the Ravens in Baltimore. RAMS ST. LOUIS — A.J. Feeley’s thumb injury put No. 1 pick Sam Bradford on the fast track. The rookie from Oklahoma gets his first start with the St. Louis Rams this week by default. With two preseason games to go, he has a chance to seize the position that everybody knows will be his eventually. “There’s no doubt in my mind that he will lead this team,” safety Oshiomoghe Atogwe said. “He has to play and he has to get a feel and make this offense his own offense, and that takes time.” “Whenever that does happen, it’s full speed ahead.” The Rams have a short week with only two practices before playing Thursday night at New England. BRONCOS ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Denver released running back Toney Baker, who joined the team as a college free agent out of N.C. State. JETS FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — All-Pro center Nick Mangold and the Jets are close on a contract extension, coach Rex Ryan acknowledged. The deal would make the two-time Pro Bowl selection one of the highest-paid players at his position. SAINTS METAIRIE, La. — Saints running back P.J. Hill is lost for the season because of an arm injury, and New Orleans has signed free-agent running back DeShawn Wynn. DOLPHINS DAVIE, Fla. — Miami Dolphins coach Tony Sparano says he doesn’t expect Pat White to play in the team’s exhibition Friday against Atlanta, an indication the second-year quarterback’s roster spot is in jeopardy. White is fourth on the depth chart behind Chad Henne, Chad Pennington and Tyler Thigpen, and Sparano has said he’ll keep only three quarterbacks.

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New York Jets quarterback Mark sanchez (6) is sacked by carolina defensive end everette Brown on saturday night. dog, chips and stuff. But I think if we can have a rotation where guys can stay fresh it’s going to show. And I think it has so far.”

The secondary, with veteran cornerbacks Chris Gamble and Richard Marshall returning, is the most stable spot. Sherrod Martin replaced the

traded Chris Harris, but rookie Jordan Pugh played well Saturday when Martin was sidelined with a groin injury. Four Jets quarterbacks com-

bined for 46 yards passing. And while neither the Ravens or Jets did much game-planning, the performances provided a needed con-

NOTES: WR Steve Smith practiced in full pads Monday for the first time in his recovery from a broken left hand. It remains uncertain if he’ll play in a preseason game. “I can’t make a prediction based on the first day,” Smith said “I’m gassed today so I just have to try to get out and hopefully feel better tomorrow.” ... QB Jimmy Clausen sat out with a sore toe. LT Jordan Gross (ankle) also didn’t work. ... Former NC State coach and Florida State assistant Chuck Amato attended practice, looking thinner but healthy following cancer treatments.

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Woods, wife officially divorced BY DOUG FERGUSON Associated Press

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arjun atwal reacts after winning the Wyndham championship.

India proud of Atwal BY C. RAJSHEKHAR RAO Associated Press

NEW DELHI — Arjun Atwal did more than win a golf tournament. He may well have changed how the sport is regarded in India. “Undoubtedly the biggest thing to happen to Indian golf,” said Gaurav Ghei, who in 1997 became the first Indian to qualify for the British Open. “An achievement that most of us never even dreamt of.” Atwal captured the Wyndham Championship in Greensboro by one stroke. He is India’s first PGA Tour winner and the first Monday qualifier to win on the tour in 24 years. Atwal, plagued with injuries the last year, finished at 20-under 260 to win by one stroke. He led by three shots entering the final round. He made $918,000 — more than double what he previously earned this year. The victo-

ry allows him to play on the PGA Tour for two years. Atwal had to play his way into the Wyndham after losing his tour card last month because he was too low on the money list when his medical exemption ran out. He had injured his shoulders weightlifting. “I do remember Atwal saying that he wanted to win on the PGA Tour,” said Ghei, who has three Asian Tour titles since turning pro in 1991. “Hats off to him for sticking it out in the U.S. on his own and doing it. It was a proud moment to see the Indian flag flying high. I hope this acts as a springboard for the game here.” Brandon De Souza, who has organized most of the golf tournaments in India the past two decades, called it a conquest of the “last frontier.” “Indians had already won on the Asian, European and Japanese tours, but this is a new high,” De Souza said.

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Stereo – Aiwa CD, radio, cassette recorder, 70 tapes & CD's, Beach & R&R. $125. 704-6420645

MUST SELL UPRIGHT PIANO,good shape-$500. Call Lisa @ 704-245-9457. Price negotiatble

TV. "22" front flat screen jvc color TV. 4 rear av jacks, on screen menu, remote, silver. $75. (704) 633-3618, Salisbury

Oven. Frigidaire Wall Oven Gas, White, 24" with broiler. Used approx 2 yrs. $250. 704-642-1328

Farm Equipment & Supplies

Large RECLINER. Rocker Recliner; dark green. $100. 5pc. Solid cherry dinette set $150. 704-401-4743, Salisbury.

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

Rocker, wood; $15. Coffee table, $10. Hospital bed, $35. Chair, $5. 704-636-4632

Flowers & Plants

SOFA, muted floral pattern, excellent condition, bought new @ Stoudemire's. Need space. $325. Mission Hills in Kannapolis. 704433-1840 Sofa, new, beige $250; beige recliner $150; Glider Rocker $100. 704638-8965

36'' Leyland Cypress or Green Giant Trees Makes a beautiful property line boundary or privacy screen. $10 per tree. Also, Gardenias, Nandina, flowering banana, Ligustrum, Camelia, Emerald Green Arborvitae, Azalea AND MORE! $6 All of the above include delivery, installation, weed resistant liner & mulch! 704-274-0569

Computers & Software

Furniture & Appliances

"21" dell flat panel monitor $125.00, acer "15.6 screen, wireless, windows vista laptop $300.00 Contact 704633-3618, Salisbury

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

Laptop. HP DV5000 laptop with remote, webcam, and data burner. Needs password reset. I bought a new laptop so I'm selling this one. Price is $200. Call 704-433-3400, lv msg.

Furniture & Appliances

iPod Nano, 8GB, Purple, latest generation, like new, 8 months old, $85. 704-279-3901 leave message.

Clothes Adult & Children

Dell computer 2350 and printer rarely used + small hutch desk & PR stand $250. 704-642-0645

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Divorced. Single dad. Golf game still to be determined. And so, after nine months of turmoil over his extramarital affairs, now begins the next chapter in the life and times of Tiger Woods. In a hearing that lasted no more than 10 minutes in a Florida judge’s chambers, Woods and his Swedish-born wife officially divorced Monday. “We are sad that our marriage is over and we wish each other the very best for the future,” Woods and Elin Nordegren said in a joint statement released by their lawyers. The divorce was granted shortly after 2 p.m. in Bay County Circuit Court in Panama City, Fla., about 375 miles from their Isleworth home outside Orlando, where Woods drove his SUV over a fire hydrant and into a tree on Thanksgiving night. That set off shocking revelations that sports’ biggest star had been cheating on his wife through multiple affairs. Woods’ life and golf game have been in disarray ever since. He and Nordegren were married Oct. 5, 2004, in Barbados. They have a 3-year-old daughter, Sam, and an 18-month-old son, Charlie. Terms of the divorce — such as how much it will cost Woods — were not disclosed. They said only that they will “share parenting” of their two children. Nordegren, who for years tried to stay in the background, was captured on video by celebrity websites eating lunch or picking up her daughter from school. “We love Elin, and we are so proud of the grace and strength she has shown during this difficult time,” her father, Thomas Nordegren, a talk show host at national broadcaster Swedish Radio, told The Associated Press. “We know that she will come out of this even stronger and has a bright future in front of her.” The divorce was finalized by Bay County Circuit Judge Judy Pittman Biebel during a 10-minute hearing in a conference room in her chambers, according to Biebel’s judicial assistant, Kim Gibson. Woods and Nordegren were present, along with their lawyers, Gibson said. “I don’t comment on active cases,” Thomas J. Sasser, Woods’ divorce attorney, said. Asked why they chose to file in Panama City, Sasser said it was a joint decision by the lawyers. Nordegren’s attorneys — including

Bedroom Set- 4 piece king. Excellent shape $500. Call 704-223-2252 or 704-232-6208 Bedroom suite, new 5 piece. All for $297.97. Hometown Furniture, 322 S. Main St. 704-633-7777 Bunk Beds, wooden separates/joins easily. Metal Railing. $175 Firm. 704-223-0007

Table. 48# Round Amish table with 4 chairs. $300. Call Lisa @ 704-2459457. Price negotiatble.

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this photo from 2009 shows tiger Woods, daughter sam Woods and wife elin Nordegren standing before a stanford football game. her twin sister, London-based Josefin Lonnborg — referred all questions to the statement. Woods’ agent, Mark Steinberg, declined to comment when asked if the couple had a prenuptial agreement or terms of the settlement. “We’re not commenting beyond what was in the release,” he said. Nordegren’s mother, Barbro Holmberg, also declined to comment. Nordegren, who once worked as a nanny for Swedish golfer Jesper Parnevik, asked to have her maiden name restored as Elin Maria Pernilla Nordegren. The sordid sex scandal cost Woods three major corporate sponsors — Accenture, AT&T and Gatorade — worth millions of dollars, and he lost his stature the gold standard in sports endorsements. A month after the scandal became public, Woods spent two months in therapy at a Mississippi clinic with hopes of saving his marriage. “While we are no longer married, we are the parents of two wonderful children and their happiness has been, and will always be, of paramount importance to both of us,” they said in the statement. “The weeks and months ahead will not be easy for them as we adjust to a new family situation, which is why our privacy must be a principal concern.” Some of the court documents indicated that Woods had to focus on his mari-

Lawn and Garden GAS GRILL from Lowe's with propane tank. Push Great Button Igniter. condition. Ready for a Bar-B-Que. Mission Hills in Kannapolis. $75 704433-1840 Holshouser Cycle Shop Lawn mower repairs and trimmer sharpening. Pick up & delivery. (704)637-2856 Want to buy your low priced, unused or fixable lawn mowers & tillers. Also, I do repairs. 704-431-4837

Machine & Tools Knack Job Box. 42L 19W 18D. A little rust on lid; it should clean up ok. MSRP around $500. Asking $175. 336-284-2314

Medical Equipment Diapers, adult size large. 64 per case. Sale for $20 a case. 704-640-7277 Hospital Bed, electric. Like New. $300 Please Call 704-633-1150

Misc For Sale 15 inch chrome spoke uni-lug wheels with 215/65r15 white letter tires. Ready to mount on car. $75--704-279-5433

Vacuum – Hoover Steam Vac for floors & carpets. New, never used. Includes soap. $120 OBO. 704-642-0645

Games and Toys Kitchen. Child's dream kitchen; brand new never out of box! $120. Must see! call 704-213-1215

Hunting and Fishing Freshwater Rods and reels (7) $40 for all. 704278-9527 after 6pm or leave message.

Jewelry Ring - Black onyx diamond shape pinkie ring size 5, $50. Call 704-278- 2722

tal woes as well as his golf this summer. He completed a four-hour course on “Parent Education and Family Stabilization” on July 10, the day before he left to play the British Open. He had won the previous two times at St. Andrews by a combined 13 shots, but this time finished 13 shots behind in a tie for 23rd. The couple signed a marital settlement agreement on July 3 and July 4, the weekend of the AT&T National outside Philadelphia, where Woods failed to break par in a PGA Tour event for the first time in 11 years. Nordegren completed her four-hour program through FloridaParentingClass.com on Aug. 16, the day after Woods tied for 28th in the PGA Championship at Whistling Straits. It was the first time in nearly seven years he had finished out of the top 20 in consecutive majors. Documents also show that the children lived at their primary home at Isleworth until November 2009 — the Woods car crash was Nov. 27 — and that Nordegren had moved out to a nearby residence since then. Woods is to play this week at The Barclays, his first tournament as a single man in nearly six years. He needs a good performance just to get out of the first round of the FedEx Cup playoffs, which he won the previous two times he played, and he also is trying to show he is worth picking for the Ryder Cup.

2 outside heat pumps; 2 tons. 1 – two ton AC. Like new. Please call 704279-0640 for details.

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Upright Piano For Sale. Piano is old but in good shape. Very heavy, need lots of help to move. $50 Faith, NC 980-722-6823

Sporting Goods Crossbows 50# up to 180#. 150# bow sale $99. Also, flags (3 x 5) All 50 states, all countries, military. NC flag sale $5. 704-267-3993

Want to Buy Merchandise

Bedding. New king size comforter set. Includes sheets, shams, throw pillows, dust ruffle, window valance. $75. Call 704-633-0759 Dryers, 2, $45 each. One computer $50. Call 704433-0651 or 704-6362234

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Free Pine Trees. You must cut and clean up. Must be fully insured and bonded. 704-633-5486

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Lost & Found Dog found in the Road area. Leonard Shih Tzu female, black & white. Has collar but no tags. 704-633-5395. Found gray/white, young male cat Aug. 6 at Crescent Golf. Has gray triangle on face, white paws. Very friendly Call 704 797-0909 Found Pitbull - needs home or I will have to take it to the pound. 704-278-7074

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

Found Puppy. Possibly Golden Retriever, neutered male, Monday, Aug. 16 at corner of Ellis & Thomas. Call to ID. 704-222-2850

Timber wanted - Pine or hardwood. 5 acres or more select or clear cut. Shaver Wood Products, Inc. Call 704-278-9291. Watches – and scrap gold jewelry. 704-636-9277 or cell 704-239-9298

Lost Female Cat Gray / Multi colored with white paws in Cameron Glen Subdivision, Salisbury. Wearing pink collar with bell. REWARD IF FOUND 704213-7450 704-633-6046

Business Opportunities

Lost small tan Chihuahua with only 3 good legs. Wearing black color that says Bad to the Bone, on Swicegood Street, Mocksville. Answers to name Cujo. Please call 336-499-6791 or 336-793-7909 or 704637-5544. REWARD

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Exercise bike and treadmill in excellent condition. Free. 704-2796400 or 705-775-2395

AA Antiques. Buying anything old, scrap gold & silver. Will help with your estate or yard sale. 704-433-1951.

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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. School Desks - $7.50 ea. RECYCLING, Top prices paid for Aluminum cans, Copper, Brass, Radiators, Aluminum. Davis Enterprises Inc. 7585 Sherrills Ford Rd. Salisbury, NC 28147 704-636-9821

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

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Air conditioner, used and kerosene heater $100 for all. 704-2122708 after 1pm

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Free Stuff

2 Burial Plots in the Singing Tower Section of Rowan Memorial Park. 2 plots for the price of 1. Call 336-284-2812

Notices New Hunting Club! Chatham County, looking for 10 members only. New hunting land. Call 704-933-4301 for more information.

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2 BEDROOM HOUSE 528 Carolina Blvd., Salisbury, $69,900, 2 1 bath, bedrooms, hardwood flooring, cute as can be. Lots of updates, central heat/AC, carport, stickbuilt storage building . 43 acre, great location. Call for all details by owner. 704-640-6976

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PRICE REDUCED – 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

China Grove - 3 BR. 2 BA. Stack stone fireplace, REAL HARDWOODS, ceramic and carpet, maple cabinets, GRANITE countertops, chair railing galore, split bedrooms for privacy, Enormous back deck. R50589. $204,900. Monica Poole 704.245.4628 B&R Realty 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.

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Concord, 1.5 story, level lot, nice subdivision. Thousands below tax value. Tons of extras, crown molding, work island in kitchen, office upstairs, bonus room. 3 BR, 2.5 Baths. $244,750. Dream Weaver Properties of NC LLC 704-906-7207 www.dreamweaverprop.com

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2 homes plus pool house on property. Main house: 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 3483 sq ft. Guest house: 1295 sq ft, 3 Br, 1 BA, attached garage. Detached 24x28 garage and 2 other outbuildings. Concrete pool w/waterfall. B&R Realty Dale Yontz 704.202.3663

Salisbury. 3 BR, 1.5 BA, large living room and den with wood burning fireplace, new roof, new updated central heat & air unit, large storage bldg. R51042A $134,900 B&R Realty. Monica Poole 704.245.4628

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Fulton Heights - 3 BR, 2 BA, Attached carport, Chair front Rocking porch, nice yard. R50846 $129,900 Monica Poole 704.245.4628 B&R Realty www.bostandrufty-realty.com

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China Grove, 3 homes available: 2 under construction, 1 move in ready. All 3 BR, 2 BA. Call for details. $109,900 to $114,900 B&R Realty 704.633.2394

Large foyer with h/woods, dining w/coffered ceilings, h/woods, oak & wrought iron staircase, Built-in bookcases, stone fireplace, granite countertops, stainless appliR50108A ances. $413,532 B&R Realty. Monica Poole 704.245.4628

Corbin Hills overlooking 4th green. 505 Fairway Ridge Rd, 3 BR, 2 BA, 2722 sq ft. Spacious open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, granite counter tops. Gorgeous master suite. Updated and move in ready. 3 car garage. $295,000. 704-232-0404

Over $10K below tax value!

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Carport and Garages

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

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

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Granite Quarry-Garland Place, 3 BR, 2 BA, triple attached garage, single detached garage, whole house generator. Nice yard. R50640 $164,900 Realty B&R 704.633.2394 www.bostandrufty-realty.com

Tastefully decorated. 2BR, 2BA. Hardwood floors, great room w/gas logs and vaulted ceilings, Custom kitchen cabinets with builtin desk, dining room, Gorgeous sunroom, fenced patio area. concrete R49515A $169,900 B&R Realty Monica Poole 704.245.4628

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Salisbury, 3 BR, 2 BA patio home, hardwoods, great room, bonus room, located on golf course. R49460. $295,000. Century 21 Towne & Country 704-637-7721 or 704-855-2122

PRIVACY Salisbury. 2,495 SF, 3 BR, 2 ½ BA, fully renovated over the last 2 years, cozy master suite w/walk-in closet on main level, large kitchen, breakfast area, dining room, living room/office, spacious family room with doors to deck and sunroom, private fenced-in back yard, $219,900. Call 704-645-1093 or email smills51@carolina.rr.com.

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Residential & Commercial Free Estimates References Available

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

ConstructionBrowning Structural repair, flooring installations, additions, decks, garages. 704-637-1578 LGC

Garages, new homes, remodeling, roofing, siding, back hoe, loader 704-6369569 Maddry Const Lic G.C. HMC Handyman Services No Job too Large or Small. Please call 704-239-4883

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Fencing

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

OLD MOCKSVILLE ROAD 1600 ± sq ft house + 9.2 acres. $225,000. Remodeled. Vinyl siding w/ new roof 5 yrs ago. Completely remodeled inside w/ cork flooring, new carpet in living room and stainless steel appliances. Lots of cabinet storage in galley kitchen. 3BR, 1 large BA w/ room for another full bath. Also, separate out bldg w/ heat, AC and water hookup. Perfect mancave or workshop. Must see to appreciate. Also joins 37 more acres which can be bought also. 49 ± = $455,000. 704-278-3033

Heating and Air Conditioning

Professional Services Unlimited Licensed Gen. Contractor #17608. Complete contracting service specializing in foundation & structural floor repairs, basement & crawlspace waterproofing & removal, termite & rot damage, ventilation. 35 yrs exper. Call Duke @ 704-6333584. Visit our website: www.profession-

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

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

Home Improvement A HANDYMAN & MOORE Kitchen & Bath remodeling Quality Home Improvements Carpentry, Plumbing, Electric Clark Moore 704-213-4471 Around the House Repairs Carpentry. Electrical. Plumbing. H & H Construction 704-633-2219

LIVE IN 1 – RENT THE OTHER 2! Great income producing potential here. 1 ACRE - Brick ranch, tile & laminate flooring, Full basement/garage,carport, screen porch. Includes (2) 2 bedroom cottages, handicapped accessible, full kitchens, baths, laundry. $288,500 BARBARA COLLINS Key Real Estate 704-640-4339

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

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

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

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Outdoors by overcash Mowing, Mulching, Leaf Removal. Free Estimates. 704-630-0120

Lawn Maint. & Landscaping

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Painting and Decorating AFFORDABLE RATES WOODIE'S PAINTING INC., Residential & Churches 704-637-6817 Bowen Painting Interior and Exterior Painting 704-630-6976 www.bowenpaintingnc.com

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

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

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

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

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

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Faith. Immaculate home, private setting, 2 BR, great room, D/R, screened rear porch & deck overlook pond. 1065 Rock Pond Rd. $160,000 Kennedy Realty 704-640-0413 Directions: Faith Rd. (through Town of Faith), Right on Castor Rd, right on Big Rock Rd, left on Rock Pond Rd.

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

Concrete Work

Call Zonia 704-239-2770

Lowest prices in town, residential-commercial References available Please Call for more info: 704-762-1402 or

Salisbury, 3 BR, 2 BA. Well cared for, kitchen with granite, eat at bar, dining area, large living mature trees, room, garden spot, 2 car garage plus storage bldgs. $159,900. Monica 704.245.4628 Poole B&R Realty

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Faith. 1145 Long Creek. 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 2 Bonus Rooms. Master on main, Hardwood and ceramic tile floors. Storage everywhere. $199,900. Kerry, Key Real Estate 704-857-0539 or 704-433-7372. Directions: Faith Rd to L on Rainey. R into Shady Creek.

Motivated Seller in Plantation Ridge

3 BR, 2.5 BA, nice wood floors. Range, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal, washer, dryer, gas logs, outbuilding. 1 yr home warranty. $1,500 carpet allowances. R49933A $195,500 B&R Realty Dale Yontz 704.202.3663

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

Financial Services

512 Gold Hill Dr. 1BA. $74,000. 2BR, Please Call 704-855-5353

Salisbury. 1727 Dewberry Pl, Olde Salisbury, 3BR/2 BA, open neutral flr plan w/garage & sun room, $129,900. Seller pays $1000 toward buyer closing with acceptable offer www.carolinacentralhomes. com. Renee Phillips 980-521-7816

Lawn Maint. & Landscaping

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

5.64 ac., 4BR, 4BA, 3100 SqFt. Timothy Livengood, Mid Carolina Real Estate, LLC. (704) 202-1807

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

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Homes for Sale

West Rowan – Country Club living in the country. Builder's custom brick home has 4 BR, 3 ½ BA w/main floor master suite. 3300 sqft. + partially finished bonus room. Lots of ceramic and granite. 2 fireplaces with gas logs. 6.5 very private wooded acres. Priced at $399,000. Call for appt. 704-431-3267

Home Improvement

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

Carolina's Auction Rod Poole, NCAL#2446 Salisbury (704)633-7369

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

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

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

Job Seeker meeting at 112 E. Main St., Rockwell. 6:30pm Mons. Rachel Corl, Auctioneer. 704-279-3596

Salisbury

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FSBO 10.56 acres, 4BR / 3BA over 4500 sf ranch with finished walk out basement, jacuzzi, 2 stone fireplaces, creek, outbuildings, fence, private, peaceful. $349K 704-855-2288 or 704-3458834

Homes for Sale

Salisbury, 2 BR, 1 BA, Almost all new windows, some new carpet, nice home on dead end street, detached garage with dirt floor, beautiful large trees, nice sized lot. 51047 $79,900 B&R Realty. Dale Yontz 704.202.3663

Salisbury, 4BR/2BA Master BR has 2 closets, LR, bonus room, kitchen, D/R, hardwood floors & tile, sunroom, fireplace. Close to Hospitals, Parks, town & shopping centers. $129,000 or best offer. Call 828-448-7754 or 828-390-0835.

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

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. Certified for FHA financing. MLS #49776. Teresa Rufty, TMR Realty, Inc. (704) 433-2582 www.tmrdevelop.com

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Salisbury. 145 Equestrian Drive. 3BR, 2BA. 2 car garage, gutter guards, gas logs, laundry room, library. All new appliances, vaulted ceilings, chandeliers in each room. Large dressing room in master bedroom, water closet in master bath. Quiet area. Must see to appreciate! $149,000. 704-637-6567

Homes for Sale

New Home

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

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No. 60399 Town of China Grove Public Hearing Notice The Town Council of the Town of China Grove, North Carolina will conduct a Public Hearing on the 7th of September, 2010 at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall, 205 Swink Street, China Grove, North Carolina. The hearing is to review an amendment to Section 1.3.2 Applicability Exemptions and Appendix A.3, Definitions of the Town of China Grove Unified Development Ordinance. This amendment will revise the definition for a Bona Fide Farm and increase the standards for what will qualify. All persons owning property or residing in the Town of China Grove or its area of extraterritorial jurisdiction will be given an opportunity to be heard on this matter. Documents are available for review at the China Grove Town Hall. Hearing impaired persons desiring additional information or having questions regarding this subject should call the North Carolina Relay Number for the Deaf (1800-735-8262). Please contact Emily Jackson at epjackson@benchmarkplanning.com or 704-8572466 if you having any questions about the public hearing. Town Clerk

No. 60393 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ROWAN COUNTY - 10 SP 226 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Pablo A. Pleitez aka Pablo Antonio Pleitez-Pleitez, Santos I. Pleitez aka Santos Isabel Pleitez and Juan Pleitez to PRLAP, INC., Trustee(s), dated October 15, 2001, and recorded in Book 0921, Page 0080, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Rowan County, North Carolina, at 10:00AM on September 07, 2010, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: Being all of Lots Nos. 5, 6 and 7, Block B, of "Cross Heghts" by S. Leon Hartley dated May 16, 1960 and recorded in book of maps, at Page 924 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. Said property is commonly known as 452 Mirror Lake Drive, Salisbury, NC 28146. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Pablo Antonio Pleitez and Santos Isabel Pleitez. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, that tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. ___________________________________ Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 Our File No.: 432.1003548NC /LMS Publication Dates: 8/24/10 & 8/31/10

NORTH CAROLINA ROWAN COUNTY

No. 60396

No. 60347

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE North Carolina, Rowan County - 10 SP 574 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Mark W Shue and, Tracy C Shue aka Tracey C Shue to TRSTE, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated April 5, 2002 and recorded on April 10, 2002 in Book 0937 at Page 0329, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 2, 2010 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Rowan County, North Carolina, to wit: Beginning at an existing iron, said iron found at the margin of the right-of-way for High Rock Road and said point of Beginning further referenced as being located South 67 deg. 35 min. 40 sec. East 73.57 feet from an angle iron which was found; thence continuing South 22 deg. 25 min. 30 sec. East 424.97 feet to an existing iron, said iron further referenced as being located South 30 deg. 03 min. 40 sec. West 658.99 feet from a one-inch iron pipe; thence continuing the common line of Tax Map 527, Parcel 24, South 88 deg. 28 min. 00 sec. West 368.82 feet to an existing iron; thence continuing North 19 deg. 21 min. 15 sec. West 260.61 feet to an existing pipe, said pipe being located in the margin of right-of-way for High Rock Road; thence continuing along the margin of right-of-way for High Rock Road, North 62 deg. 52 min. 45 sec. East 225.07 feet to an existing iron, said iron being located in the margin of right-of-way for High Rock Road; thence continuing along the margin of right-of-way for High Rock Road, North 59 deg. 39 min. 15 sec. East 107.33 feet to the point of Beginning, containing 2.648 acres, the same being taken from a survey prepared by Norman Grey Ribelin, dated 3/22/95. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 4035 High Rock Road, Gold Hill, NC 28071. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, and the court costs of Forty-Five Cents (45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Mark W. Shue. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346, 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No. 10-13797-FC01, 736430 8/24, 08/31/2010

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor for the Estate of Lisa Lowder Love, 228 W. Marsh Street, Salisbury, NC 28144 This is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 12th day of November, 2010, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immediate payment. This the 6th day of August, 2010. Lisa Lowder Love, deceased, Rowan County File #2010E706, Lynch Sturkey Seymour, 115 Cove Road, Reidsville, NC 27320

No. 60361

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION RALEIGH DOCKET NO. G-9, SUB 581 BEFORE THE NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION In the Matter of Application of Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc., for Annual Review of Gas Costs Pursuant to G. S. 62-133.4(c) and Commission Rule R1-17(k)(6).

No. 60365 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Special Proceedings No. 10 SP 572 Substitute Trustee: Philip A. Glass

Time of Sale: 2:00 p.m. Date of Sale: August 25, 2010 Place of Sale: Rowan County Courthouse Description of Property: Being all of a 1.264 acre tract as shown on survey for Home Buyers of Salisbury, Inc. prepared by Shulenburger Surveying Company, P.A., dated 08/05/02 and recorded 09/10/02 in Book of Maps 9995 at page 4536, Rowan County Register of Deeds, North Carolina Record Owners: Travis R. Wilhite and Tamara D. Wilhite Address of Property: 3160 Faith Road, Salisbury, NC 28146 Deed of Trust: Book : 1122 Page: 616 Dated: May 28, 2008 Grantors: Travis R. Wilhite and Tamara D. Wilhite Original Beneficiary: State Employees' Credit Union CONDITIONS OF SALE: Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of Forty-five Cents (45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. 7A-308(a)(1). This sale is made subject to all unpaid taxes and superior liens or encumbrances of record and assessments, if any, against the said property, and any recorded leases. This sale is also subject to any applicable county land transfer tax, and the successful third party bidder shall be required to make payment for any such county land transfer tax. A cash deposit of 5% of the purchase price will be required at the time of the sale. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in North Carolina General Statutes Section 45-21.30 (d) and (e). This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. Residential real property with less than 15 rental units: an order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Dated: 6/21/10

SALISBURY POST

CLASSIFIED

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the North Carolina Utilities Commission has scheduled a hearing to conduct a hearing to conduct an annual review of the cost of natural gas supply, storage and transportation for Piedmont Natural Gas Company, Inc. (Piedmont). The public hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, October 5, 2010, at 9:00 a.m., in the Commission Hearing Room 2115, Dobbs Building, 430 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The hearing is being held pursuant to the provisions of G.S. 62-133.4(c) and Commission Rule R1-17(k)(6) for the purpose of comparing Piedmont's prudently-incurred gas costs with costs recovered from all of the utility's customers served during the test period. Piedmont filed testimony relating to the subject matter of this hearing on July 30, 2010. Further information may be obtained from the Office of the Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, Raleigh, North Carolina, where a copy of Piedmont's testimony is available for review by the public. The Public Staff is authorized by statute to represent consumers in proceedings before the Commission. Correspondence regarding the annual review proceeding and the hearing thereon should be directed to the Public Staff and should include any information which the writer wishes to be considered by the Public Staff in its investigation of the matter. Such statements should be addressed to Mr. Robert Gruber, Executive Director, Public Staff, 4326 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4326. The Attorney General is also authorized by statute to represent consumers in proceedings before the Commission. Statements to the Attorney General should be addressed to The Honorable Roy Cooper, Attorney General, c/o Utilities Section, 9001 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-9001. Written statements may not be received as evidence unless persons appear at a public hearing and testify concerning the information contained in their written statements. Persons desiring to intervene in this proceeding as formal parties should file a petition to intervene pursuant to Utilities Commission Rules R1-5, R1-7, and R1-19 on or before Monday, September 20, 2010. Such petitions should be filed with the North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4325. The direct testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses to be presented by intervenors should also be filed with the Utilities Commission on or before Monday, September 20, 2010. This the 5th day of August, 2010.

NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION

Philip A. Glass, Substitute Trustee Nodell, Glass & Haskell, L.L.P.

Gail L. Mount, Deputy Clerk No. 60397

No. 60367

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE North Carolina, Rowan County - 10 SP 576 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Eduardo J. Zuniga and Carolina Zuniga, husband & wife to Gary L. Lackey, Trustee(s), which was dated October 25, 2002 and recorded on October 31, 2002 in Book 955 at Page 150, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 2, 2010 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Rowan County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 22 as shown upon the map of Dogwood Acres, as recorded in the Book of Maps, at Page 940, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 1217 Beachnut Lane, Salisbury, NC 28146. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, and the court costs of Forty-Five Cents (45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Eduardo J Zuniga and wife, Carolina Zuniga. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346, 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No. 10-14149-FC01, 737577 8/24, 08/31/2010

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE North Carolina, Rowan County - 09 SP 904 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Charles L Anderson and Tonya C Anderson, a married couple to Westwood Associates, A California Corporation, Trustee(s), which was dated May 28, 2004 and recorded on June 4, 2004 in Book 1009 at Page 579, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August 26, 2010 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Rowan County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 13, Block B of Happy Hollow, as same is shown on map thereof recorded in Book of Maps at Page 1244 of the Rowan County Public Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 130 Happy Hollow Road, Rockwell, NC 28138. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, and the court costs of Forty-Five Cents (45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to NCGS 7A308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Charles L. Anderson and wife, Tonya C. Anderson. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346, 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No. 09-20829-FC01, 733687 8/17, 08/24/2010

No. 60395 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE North Carolina, Rowan County - 10 SP 567 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Gina King, unmarried to David Dillard, Trustee(s), which was dated May 30, 2003 and recorded on June 5, 2003 in Book 976 at Page 54B, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 2, 2010 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Rowan County, North Carolina, to wit: Being Lots Nos. 117, 118, and 119, Section Two, as shown on the map of Rogers Park a plat of which is on file in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, in Book of Maps, Page 367, specific reference reference thereto being hereby made for a complete description thereof by metes and bounds. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 413 East 23rd Street, Kannapolis, NC 28081. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, and the court costs of Forty-Five Cents (45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Gina King. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346, 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No. 10-13915-FC01, 736740 8/24, 08/31/2010 No. 60368 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE North Carolina, Rowan County - 10 SP 532 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by G. Thomas Gamelin an unmarried man to William R Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated November 21, 2006 and recorded on November 22, 2008 in Book 1081 at Page 124, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August 26, 2010 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Rowan County, North Carolina, to wit: Situate in East Spencer, fronting 57 feet and 4 inches on the Southeast side of Long Street. Beginning at a stake at the North corner of the Methodist Church Lot on North Long Street, and running thence with Long Street 57 feet 4 inches North 57 deg. 45 min. East to a stake corner of Lot No. 61, now owned by Lefler; thence with the line of Lefler's lot, South 32 deg. 15 min. East 170 feet to a stake on the edge of the alley; thence with the edge of said alley South 57 deg. 45 min. West 57 feet 4 inches to a stake at the corner of the Methodist Church lot; thence with the line of said church lot, North 32 deg. 15 min. West 170 feet to the Beginning corner on Long Street, and generally known as 118 North Long Street, East Spencer, North Carolina. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 118 North Long Street, Salisbury, NC 28144. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, and the court costs of Forty-Five Cents (45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are G. Thomas Gamelin. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346, 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No. 10-11859-FC01, 734202 8/17, 08/24/2010 No. 60372 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ROWAN COUNTY - 10 SP 579 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Timothy L. Flowers and Elizabeth A. Flowers to M.D. Parker, Trustee(s), dated June 30, 1997, and recorded in Book 0799, Page 0183, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Rowan County, North Carolina, at 10:00AM on August 31, 2010, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: Beginning at an existing iron at the Western corner of the intersection of West Henderson Street with North Fulton Street and running thence with North Fulton Street South 47 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds West 100.03 feet to an existing iron, corner of William M. Hogan (Deed Book 619, Page 646); thence with Hogan's line North 41 degrees 51 minutes 33 seconds West 146.04 feet to an existing iron, corner of James A. VanDyke (Deed Book 584, Page 189); thence with VanDykes's line North 47 degrees 33 minutes 21 seconds East (passing an existing iron at 97.28 feet) a total distance of 100 feet to anew iron at West Henderson Street; and thence with West Henderson Street South 41 degrees 52 minutes 11 seconds East 145.95 feet to the beginning, containing 0.335 acre, as shown on plat of survey by Shulenburger Surveying Company dated June 27, 1986 and revised February 21, 1990 and November 1994. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 726 North Fulton Street, Salisbury, North Carolina. Being the same property described in that deed recorded in 0796, Page 0124, Office of the Register of Deeds, Rowan County, NC. This property is being conveyed subject to restrictive covenants, easements and rights of way of record. Said property is commonly known as 726 North Fulton Street, Salisbury, NC 28144. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Fortyfive Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Known and Unknown Heirs of the Estate of Timothy L. Flowers. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, that tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. ___________________________________ Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 Our File No.: 432.0929279NC /MDN Publication Dates: 08/17/2010 & 08/24/2010

SALISBURY POST No. 60398

No. 60370

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ROWAN COUNTY - 10 SP 308 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Robert R. Smith, Jr and Mary A. Smith to Kim Baldwin, Trustee(s), dated September 28, 2001, and recorded in Book 0920, Page 0348, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Rowan County, North Carolina, at 10:00AM on September 07, 2010, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: Being all of Lot #1, containing 1.228 acres as shown in Book of Maps 9995 at Page 3060, Rowan County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a greater certainty of description. Said property is commonly known as 2475 Liberty Road, Gold Hill, NC 28071. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Robert R. Smith Jr. and Mary A. Smith. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, that tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. ___________________________________ Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 Our File No.: 432.1005910NC /MDN Publication Dates: 08/24/2010& 08/31/2010

NORTH CAROLINA ROWAN COUNTY

NOTICE OF SALE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 10 SP 582

In the Matter of the Foreclosure of Land Covered by a Certain Deed of Trust Given by Lori B. Smith and Douglas L. Smith To Donald D. Sayers Trustee for Farmers & Merchants Bank of Granite Quarry, North Carolina, (Book 1084, Page 680 - rerecorded Book 1106, Page 751, Rowan County Registry) UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by LORI B. SMITH and DOUGLAS L. SMITH to Donald D. Sayers, Trustee for Farmers & Merchants Bank, which Deed of Trust is dated January 12, 2007, recorded in Book 1084, Page 680 - re recorded Book 1106, Page 751, Rowan County Registry, default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by the said Deed of Trust; and the Clerk of Superior Court granting permission for the foreclosure, said Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the land and property hereinafter described in the manner and upon the terms and conditions as hereinafter stated: 1. This foreclosure sale is and shall be conducted pursuant to the terms and provisions of that certain Deed of Trust described above. 2. The foreclosure sale will be conducted by the undersigned at 11:00AM, Tuesday, August 31, 2010, in the lobby of the Rowan County Courthouse, adjacent to the Clerk of Court, Salisbury, North Carolina. 3. The real property together with all buildings, improvements and fixtures of every kind and description erected or placed thereon, attached to or used in connection with the real property which will be sold pursuant to the Deed of Trust at the foreclosure sale is located in Rowan County, North Carolina, being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an existing iron, said existing iron being in the Easterly margin of the right of way of Main Street, Faith Road, (S.R. 1006), and further being a common corner of Rex W. Greer (DB 617-213); thence with the Easterly margin of the right of way of Main Street North 16 degrees 31 minutes 06 seconds West 52.90 feet to a nail being a common corner with Legion Park Development (DB 848-846); thence with the line of Legion Park Development North 76 degrees 09 minutes 46 seconds East 189.61 feet to an existing iron being in the line of Legion Park Development; thence with Legion Park Development South 15 degrees 01 minutes 37 seconds East 47.76 feet to a new iron being a common corner with Greer; thence with Greer South 74 degrees 36 minutes 42 seconds West 188.20 feet to an existing iron, said existing iron being the point and place of BEGINNING and being 0.218 acres as shown on a survey and map entitled 'Property Survey For: Michael Gray Reavis and wife, Denise S. Reavis", Main Street, Town of Faith, prepared by Shulenburger Surveying Company dated 02/01/2001. The address of the above described property is: 108 Faith Road, Faith, North Carolina 28041

No. 60369 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE North Carolina, Rowan County - 10 SP 334 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Donald Knox aka Donald Allen Knox, Jr and Jennifer Knox to Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Trustee(s), which was dated July 1, 2004 and recorded on July 6, 2004 in Book 1012 at Page 174, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August 26, 2010 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Rowan County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 2 as shown upon the map of Willow Wood, Section One, recorded in Book of Maps, at Page 1494 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 3140 Shue Road, Salisbury, NC 28147. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, and the court costs of Forty-Five Cents (45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Donald Allen Knox Jr. and Crystal Jennette Hewett aka Crystal Jennette Parrish and David Wayne Hewett. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346, 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No. 10-06309-FC01, 734766 8/17, 08/24/2010

No. 60364 NORTH CAROLINA ROWAN COUNTY

TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2010 • 9B

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Special Proceedings No. 10 SP 571 Substitute Trustee: Philip A. Glass

Time of Sale: 2:00 p.m. Date of Sale: August 25, 2010 Place of Sale: Rowan County Courthouse Description of Property: Tract 1: Lying on the North side of the Stokes Ferry Road about three-fourths of a mile east of Liberty M.E. Church. Beginning at a point in the center of the Stokes Ferry Road, J. T. Ervin's northeast corner in Mary Brady's line, and runs thence with the center of the Stokes Ferry Road North 59 degrees West 282 feet; thence two new lines as follows: (1) North 26-3/4 degrees east 400 feet to a stake, and (2) South 76 degrees East 100 feet to a stake, a new corner in Mary Brady's line; thence with her line South 5 degrees West 480 feet to the beginning, containing 1.9 acres, more or less, and being a part of Lot No. 4 in the division of the Sarah C. Brady estate. For back title see Deed Book 261, page 313, and Deed Book 430, page 5, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, NC Less and excepting the property conveyed to Joseph Lee Poole and wife, Peal Stoner Poole in Deed Book 831, page 498, Rowan County Registry. Tract 2: Lying and being in Morgan Township, and near Liberty Methodist Church. Beginning at an iron pipe, C. M. Brady's corner in M. A. Goodman's line, and runs thence with C. M. Brady's line, South 5 degrees West 700 feet to a stake; Robert A. Poole's corner, thence with Poole's line North 76 degrees West 100 feet to Poole's corner; thence a new line North 5 degrees East 700 feet, more or less, to a stake in M. A. Goodman's line; thence with Goodman's line South 85-1/2 degrees East 100 feet to the beginning, containing 1.6 acres, more or less, and being a part of the property described in Deed recorded in Deed Book 261, page 313, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. For back title see Book of Deeds No., 446 at page 607 in the office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina Record Owners: Tamara D. Wilhite and Travis Wilhite Address of Property: 10160 Stokes Ferry Road, Tract 1 (Parcel #512 020) and Tract 2 (Parcel #512 064) Gold Hill, NC 28071 Deed of Trust: Book : 1008 Page: 984 Dated: May 24, 2004 Grantors: Tamara D. Wilhite and husband, Travis Wilhite Original Beneficiary: State Employees' Credit Union CONDITIONS OF SALE: Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of Forty-five Cents (45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. 7A-308(a)(1). This sale is made subject to all unpaid taxes and superior liens or encumbrances of record and assessments, if any, against the said property, and any recorded leases. This sale is also subject to any applicable county land transfer tax, and the successful third party bidder shall be required to make payment for any such county land transfer tax. A cash deposit of 5% of the purchase price will be required at the time of the sale. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in North Carolina General Statutes Section 45-21.30 (d) and (e). This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. Residential real property with less than 15 rental units: an order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Dated: 6/21/10 Philip A. Glass, Substitute Trustee Nodell, Glass & Haskell, L.L.P.

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4. The property hereinabove described shall be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A cash deposit equal in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the first One Thousand Dollars and no/100 ($1,000.00) plus five percent (5%) of the remaining balance of the bid may be required at the time of the sale. 5. The property hereinabove described shall be sold "where is and as is" and subject to the lien of all outstanding and unpaid taxes, assessments, and other encumbrances which may have a priority over the Deed of Trust herein referred to and is subject to all conditions, reservations, restrictions, easements and rights of way appearing in the chain of title, if any, affecting the above-described property. 6. This Notice of Sale shall be posted and advertised as required by the said Deed of Trust and as required by law, and after the sale, a Report of Sale will be entered immediately following the conclusion of the sale, and such sale shall remain open for raised or upset bid as by law permitted and required. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in or on this property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupied the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the Notice of Sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated in to the effective date of the termination. This 17tth day of August, 2010.

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UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by David A. Watson and Laura R. Watson, dated February 4, 2005 and recorded on February 17, 2005, in Book No. 1029, at Page 747 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Rowan County Courthouse, Salisbury, North Carolina on August 25, 2010 at 1:00 PM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Cleveland, County of Rowan, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain parcel of land situated in the city of Cleveland, being known as lot 43, Lake Ridge Subdivision, Plat Book 9995, Plat Page 3003, and being more fully described in Deed Book 1021, Page 809, recorded on 11/01/2004 among the land records of Rowan County, NC. Being the same property conveyed to David. A. Watson, Laura R. Watson by deed from Household Realty Corp dated 10/07/2004, recorded 11/01/2004, in Deed Book 1021, on Page 809. Together with that certain mobile home on said property. Parcel ID number: 263D002 which currently has the address of 184 Springway Lane, Cleveland, North Carolina 27013 Address of property: 184 Springway Lane, Cleveland, NC 27013 Present Record Owners: David A. Watson and Laura R. Watson The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. In the event that the Owner and Holder or its intended assignee is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, and any Land Transfer Tax. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 4521.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Dated: August 2, 2010

Donald D. Sayers, Trustee WOODSON, SAYERS, LAWTHER, SHORT, PARROTT, WALKER & ABRAMSON, LLP, 225 North Main Street - Suite 200, P. O. Box 829, Salisbury, North Carolina 28145-0829, Telephone: 704-633-5000, State Bar No.: 3868

David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute Trustee, 2298 By: Attorney at Law Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC Attorneys for David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute Trustee 2701 Coltsgate Road, Suite 300, Charlotte, NC 28211-3594 (704) 697-5809

No. 60392

No. 60371

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY - 10-SP-403 UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by William A. Revels, dated July 19, 2007 and recorded on July 30, 2007, in Book No. 1100, at Page 435 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Rowan County Courthouse, Courthouse Steps, North Carolina on September 1, 2010 at 1:00 PM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Kannapolis, County of Rowan, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: TRACT 1 (Old Description) Being part of Tract No. 4 as shown upon the unrecorded map of the PHILLIP OVERCASH PROPERTY, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an established iron pin in the Southern margin of a 40-ft access right-of-way (see Deed Book 627, Page 353), said beginning point being located S. 38-05-05 W. 52.83 feet from the Southwestern corner of Philip John Todd (See Deed Book 670, Page 120); thence along the Southern margin of said 40-ft access right-of-way, N. 89-55-51 E. 200.23 feet to an established iron pin, said iron pin being located N. 89-57-55 W. 379.73 feet from the Southwestern point of intersection of said 40-ft access right-of-way and Enochville Avenue; thence S. 0001-04 W. 150.14 feet to an established iron pin the Northern line of Walter J. Neidy; thence along Walter J. Neidy's Northern line, S. 89-57-13 W. 199.40 feet to an established iron; thence N. 00-17-58 W. 150.06 feet to the point and place of BEGINNING, containing 0.689 acres as shown upon survey prepared by Robert S. Spidel, RLS, dated May 20, 1996. For back reference see Deed Book 773, Page 445, Rowan County Registry. TRACT II (Old Description) Lying in Atwell Township, on the South side of an unnamed 40' right of way recorded in Deed Book 627, Page 351 and 352, and being the PHYLLIS O. ISENHOUR Tract adjoining the RYAN L. LEBEN Tract on its Western boundary, said tract being described in a subdivision map entitled "7.20 ACRES TOTAL, RICK VARNER", a plat of which is on file in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County in Map Book 9995, Page 3491, the following description being taken from said subdivision map. BEGINNING at a new iron pin in the Southern edge of that right of way conveyed in Deed Book 627, Page 352, (Tract 3B, Map Book 9995, Page 3491), said beginning point being the Northeast corner of Tract 4 in Map Book 9995, Page 3491, and runs thence S. 89-22-04 East 184.83 feet with the Southern edge of Tract 3B to an existing iron pin, the Northwest corner of Ryan L. Leben; thence approximately S. 00-17-58 East approximately 150.06 feet to an existing iron pin, said point being the Southwest corner of Ryan L. Leben (Deed Book 773, Page 445); thence N. 89-11-36 West 138.30 feet with the Northern line of Earle Street Church of God to a new iron pin; thence N.17-29-34 West 157.46 feet with the eastern line of Tract 4 to the point of BEGINNING. For back reference see Deed Book 892, Page 253, Rowan County Registry. Address of property: 1099 Emanuel Street, Kannapolis, NC 28081 Present Record Owners:

William A. Revels

The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. In the event that the Owner and Holder or its intended assignee is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, and any Land Transfer Tax. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 4521.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Dated: June 7, 2010

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No. 60366 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY - 10-SP-594

David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute Trustee, 628 Attorney at Law, Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC Attorneys for David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute Trustee 2701 Coltsgate Road, Suite 300, Charlotte, NC 28211-3594

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ROWAN COUNTY 10 SP 600 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by James Michael Hager and Charlotte Jean Hager to Dave Vach, Trustee (s), dated December 30, 2008, and recorded in Book 1135, Page 323, Rowan County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Rowan County, North Carolina, at 10:00AM on August 31, 2010, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: Tract 1 Lot 4 BEGINNING on a railroad spike in the center of Mt. Vernon Road, said railroad spike being the Southwestern corner of Lot #3 sold to David wood recorded in Map Book 9995, Page 3689;thence with the center of the MT. Vernon Road;South 37 degrees 17 minutes 41seconds West 250.00 feet to a railroad spike in the center of the MT. Vernon Road; thence leaving the road North 54 degrees 26 minutes 47 seconds West 1018.88 feet to a musket barrel found in place; thence North 43 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East 262.61 feet to a 5/8" rebar; thence North 42 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East 50 feet to a 5/8" rebar; thence South 50 degrees 58 minutes 02 seconds East 985.94 feet to the point of BEGINNING,containing 6.45 Acres by coordinate computation less Highway Right of Way and a 24' right of way for sewer easement as shown on Map Book 9995, Page 3512 and Map Book 9995, Page 3689. This description is subject to all the Notes on the map recorded in Map Book 9995, Page 3689 (referenced incorrectly as Map Book 995, Page 3589 in Deed recorded in Book 898, Page 634). Tract 2 Lot 4A BEGINNING in a 5/8" rebar, said rebar being the Southeast corner of Lot 3A and the Southwest corner of lot 4A in Plat Book 9995, page 3689;thence North 29 degrees 45 minutes 49 seconds West 144.00 feet to a 5/8" rebar, thence North 60 degrees 14 minutes 11 seconds East 100.00 feet to a 5/8" rebar, thence South 29 degrees 45 minutes 49 seconds East 144.00 feet to a 5/8" rebar,thence South 60 degrees 14 minutes 11 seconds West 100.00 feet to the point of Beginning. Containing 0.33 Acres less 24' Right of Way on the South side of said lot recorded in Plat Book 9995, Page 3512. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 700 Mount Vernon Road, Cleveland, North Carolina. Together with and Subject to the permanent,appurtenant,mutual, non-exclusive easement shown as Exhibit C in Deed recorded in Deed Book 898, Page 634 of the Rowan Public Registry. Said description being incorporated by reference and is also set-forth herein: Centerline of 24' Right of Way of Sanitary Line from Individual Properties to Drain Field January 17,2001. BEGINNING on a point, said point being located North 38 degrees 47 minutes 52 seconds West 44.80 feet from a railroad spike in SR 1986 (Mt. Vernon Road), said railroad spike being the most southern corner of Lot 1 recorded in Book 9995, Page 3512, thence South 35 degrees 00 minutes 38 seconds West 93.78 feet to a point; thence South 35 degrees 59 minutes 10 seconds West 166.20 feet to a point; thence South 36 degrees 42 minutes 24 seconds West 268.37 feet to a point; thence South 38 degrees 39 minutes 27 seconds West 252.19 feet to a point; thence South 40 degrees 56 minutes 18 seconds West 144.22 feet to a point; thence South 33 degrees 34 minutes 53 seconds West 101.02 feet to a point; thence South 35 degrees 09 minutes 01 seconds West 37.96 feet to a point, South 43 degrees 54 minutes 22 seconds West 53.15 feet to a point; thence South 55 degrees 37 minutes 35 seconds West 62.38 feet to a point; thence South 58 degrees 27 minutes 59 seconds West 53.24 to a point; thence South 44 degrees 58 minutes 59 seconds West 119.27 feet; thence South 42 degrees 48 minutes 57 seconds West 478.81 feet to a point; thence South 62 degrees 06 minutes 02 seconds West 40.82 feet to a point; thence South 83 degrees 36 minutes 17 seconds West 55.08 feet to a point; thence South 87 degrees 49 minutes 34 seconds West 184.44 feet to a point;thence South 64 degrees 39 minutes 27 seconds West 26.41 feet to a point; thence South 60 degrees 10 minutes 45 seconds West 389.12 feet to a point, said point being located North 29 degrees 45 minutes 49 seconds West 12.00 feet from 5/8" rebar, said rebar being the Southeast corner of Lot 1A recorded in Map Book 9995, Page 3512. Said Right of Way being 24 feet wide, 12' on each side of the above described lines. Actual Field survey done under the direction and supervision of Richard C. Current. This description is subject to all Notes on the plat of Survey recorded in Map book 9995. Page 3512. Subject to the Restrictive Covenants shown as Exhibit B in Deed recorded in Deed Book 898, Page 634 of the Rowan Public Registry. Said covenants being incorporated by reference as if set-forth herein. BEING the identical property as conveyed to Charlotte Jean Hager and James Michael Hager on 12/4/2007, in Book 1110, page 125 in the Rowan County Public Registry. BEING the identical property as conveyed to HSBC Bank USA on 10/24/2007 in Book 1107, Page 255 in the Rowan County Public Registry. BEING the identical property as conveyed to Kenneth L. Bogues and wife, Kristen M. Bogues on 5/22/2003 in Book 975, Page 172 in the Rowan County Public Registry. PIN : 723043 and 723044 Property Address: 700 Mt. Vernon Road, Woodleaf, NC 27054 Said property is commonly known as 700 Mount Vernon Road, Woodleaf, NC 27054. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are James Michael Hager and Charlotte Jean Hager. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, that tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. ___________________________________ Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 Our File No.: 432.1016120NC /MDN Publication Dates: 08/17/2010 & 08/24/2010

10B • TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2010 Homes for Sale

Homes for Sale

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

Salisbury, Nice home for price. 3 BR, 2 BA, wooded lot, big rooms. 51017 $119,900 B&R Realty. Dale Yontz 704.202.3663

Lake Property

www.applehouserealty.com

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

E. Schools. Lease purchase house. 3BR, 2BA. Garage, kit. appl., Please call 704-638-0108

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

Land for Sale

Lots for Sale Lake front home off of Goodman Lake Rd. 3300 sq ft. Pier & boat ramp. Beautiful view and deep water. $449,000, obo. Please call 704-856-8557 or 704-202-8507

Land for Sale

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., 2nd gravel driveway beside 2075 Hobson Rd mailbox. Safe distance from cities. Needs to be sold this year. No reasonable offer refused. Owner phone: 336-766-6779, or E-mail to: hjthabet@cs.com See photos and directions at: http://NCHorseCountryFarmland.com

No. 60394

High Rock Lake Beauty!

3BR/3BA Waterfront home, Wildwood Acres, 1450SF, walk out finished basement, large decks, screened in porch. $169K. Gotta see this one while it lasts! 704-6371479

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY - 10-SP-477 UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Alexis T Sockwell, dated April 13, 2006 and recorded on April 24, 2006, in Book No. 1063, at Page 769 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Rowan County Courthouse, Courthouse Steps, North Carolina on September 1, 2010 at 1:00 PM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Salisbury, County of Rowan, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:

Manufactured Home Sales

Lots for Sale

W. Rowan 1.19 acs. Old Stony Knob Rd. Possible owner financing. Reduced: $19,900. 704-640-3222

Beautiful View

25 Acres Beautiful Land for Sale by Owner

W. Rowan. 3,000 SF, 4 BR on acre lot, granite counter tops, hardwood / tile floors, custom cabinets. Enjoy the evenings on the screen porch or the rocking chair front porch. Deck, garage doors, heating systems, windows newly replaced. Great family home. 704798-2689.

SALISBURY POST

CLASSIFIED

Land for Sale S. Rowan. Secluded; 4 Acres. Priced below tax evaluation of $47,000. Trees and stream at back of property. 704-857-5679

13 LOTS $14,500 EACH Build to suit or move mobile home on. Min. of 1100 sq.ft. w/attached porch. Water Sewer tap fees paid. Popular Glenn Sub. Div. across from Central Baptist Church Moose Rd., Kannapolis. 704-791-7664, Jonathan

South Rowan. Take advantage of lower land costs and interest rates! All lots in the 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

Real Estate Services Forest Glen Realty Darlene Blount, Broker 704-633-8867

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

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

Manufactured Home Sales Country Paradise

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

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

www.rebeccajonesrealty.com

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

NEW Government Approved Homes. Online Pre-qualification. For Info (888) 350-0035

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

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

www.USRealty4sale.com

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

TRADE your HOME or USE your LAND. Land Homes. Well & septic can be incl'd. 704-984-6607

Real Estate Commercial

Real Estate Services 15 minutes N. of Salisbury. 2001 model singlewide 3 bdr/2 bath on large treed lot in quiet neighborhood. $1,200 start-up, $475/mo includes lot rent, home payment, taxes, insurance. RENT or RENTTO-OWN. 704-210-8176.

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

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

Arey RealtyREAL Service in Real Estate 704-633-5334 www.AreyRealty.com

OFFICE SPACE

B & R REALTY 704-633-2394 www.bostandrufty-realty.com

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

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 704-6332394

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

Wanted: Real Estate

ALL THAT PARCEL OF LAND IN COUNTY OF ROWAN, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN DOCUMENT 999 PAGE 30 AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT AN EXISTING IRON PIPE IN THE NORTHWESTERN MARGIN OF THE 60 FOOT RIGHT OF WAY OF TIMBERLINE TRAIL, COMMON FRONT CORNER OF LOTS 43 AND 44 AND RUNNING THENCE WITH SAID RIGHT OF WAY MARGIN SOUTH 45 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 00 SECONDS 220.04 FEET TO AN EXISTING IRON PIPE, COMMON CORNER OF LOT 44 AND LOT 100 (SUMMERFIELD SECTION THREE B); THENCE WITH THE COMMON LINES OF LOTS 44 AND LOT 100 NORTH 45 DEGREES 07 MINUTES 43 SECONDS WEST 152.01 FEET TO AN EXISTING IRON PIPE, COMMON REAR CORNER OF LOTS 44 AND 100; THENCE A LINE TO AND THENCE WITHIN THE SOUTHWESTERN PORTION OF THE 60 FEET RIGHT OF WAY OF HARRIS ROAD (STATE ROAD 1589) NORTH 03 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 30 SECONDS EAST 278.92 FEET TO AN EXISTING IRON PIPE, COMMON REAR CORNER OF LOTS 43 AND 44; THENCE WITH THE COMMON LINE OF LOTS 43 AND 44 SOUTH 46 DEGREES 41 MINUTES 20 SECONDS EAST 337.35 FEET TO THE BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1.22 ACRES AND BEING LOT 44, SECTION TWO A OF SUMMERFIELD AS SHOWN IN BOOK OF MAPS AT PAGE 1520 IN THE ROWAN COUNTY REGISTRY AND AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF SURVEY BY DEAL'S LAND SURVEYING, DATED JULY 12,1993. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO ALEXIS SOCKWELL BY DEED FROM RICHARD J. MCKENNA AND ARLEEN M. MCKENNA RECORDED 02/02/2004 IN DEED BOOK 999 PAGE 30, IN THE REGISTER OF DEEDS OFFICE OF ROWAN COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA. APN: 462057 Subject property is more accurately described in that Deed recorded in Book 816 Page 356 of the Rowan County Registry. Address of property: 775 Timberlane Trail, Salisbury, NC 28147 Present Record Owners: Alexis T Sockwell The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. In the event that the Owner and Holder or its intended assignee is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, and any Land Transfer Tax.

*Cash in 7 days or less *Facing or In Foreclosure *Properties in any condition *No property too small/large

Cats loving, Cats–Free, beautiful & great with children. Both are black, 6 months old. 1 female, 1 male, have had all shots, spayed & neutered. Indoor cats. Owner has developed allergies. 704213-6275 Cats/Kittens - Lots of cats/kittens in need of loving homes. Not used to young children. Call 704-762-9066 Free Cat. Female, had everything done. Very sweet. Indoor only. 704636-0619

FREE KITTENS "Tuxedo" 3 mos. old - 2 boys + 1 girl and black spayed Mother Cat 704-640-1852

If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

FREE KITTENS 8 wks old. Initial shots and de-worming. 3 males and 1 female. Very loving & playful. 704-633-5573.

An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Dated: August 9, 2010 David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute Trustee1399 By: Attorney at Law Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC Attorneys for David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute Trustee 2701 Coltsgate Road, Suite 300, Charlotte, NC 28211-3594 (704) 697-5809

Dogs

AKC Boxer Puppies. 3 females; 5 males. Fawn w/ black masks. $400. Call 704-279-3272

Lab Mix, Nine months old. To a good home. Owner has developed dog allergy & must surrender. All vaccines up to date. 704-680-3401

Free Puppies. Labs; males and females available. Please call 704-431-4724

AKC Boxer. Male. 2 $250. Call years old. 704-239-7560 leave message. Beagle puppies, pretty. Good hunting stock. $50. 704-279-6620

Free Kittens. 2 male 11 wk old kittens; very sweet Tabbies. Indoor only; had 1st shots. 704-636-0619

Giving away kittens or puppies?

Lab/chow mix puppies. Free to a good home. 9 black 1 brown. Very pretty, will make good pets. Ready to go Sept. 7th. Call 704 637 1310 Puppies

Black Lab/Cocker mix. Free, approx. 3 months old. Great with children. Needs room to run & play. Listens well. Very loving. 704-210-4637 or 704-433-1016.

Cute and Cuddly!

Free indoor cat to good home. Spayed, female tabby. Very sweet. 704633-2956

The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required.

Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units:

Dogs

Lots of Licks & Love

Miniature Schnauzer Puppies. Full-blooded. 6 wks, not registered. 1st shots, dewormed, tails docked. Both black & salt 'n' pepper. Parents on site. $275. Non-refundable deposit of $50 to hold. 704-279-8506

Call 24 hours, 7 days ** 704-239-2033 ** $$$$$$ Are you trying to sell your property? We guarantee a sale within 1430 days. 704-245-2604

Miniature Schnauzers. 6 weeks old. 1 male, 2 females. $400. Call 704637-0694

Apartments 1, 2, & 3 BR Huge Apartments, very nice. $375 & up. 704-890-4587 2 BR, 1 BA Eaman Park Apts. Near Salisbury High. $375/mo. Newly renovated. No pets. 704-798-3896 2 BR, 2 BA Downtown loft apt. All appliances! $985/mo. Ready 9/1/10. Please call 704-798-6429 2BR, 1BA apt. Very large. Has gas heat. We furnish refrig, stove, yard maint, and garbage pick up. No pets. Rent $400. Deposit $400. Call Rowan Properties 704633-0446 Airport Rd. Duplex. 2BR, 2BA. $575/mo. 2BR, 1BA $550/mo., lease + dep., water furnished. No pets. Call 704-637-0370

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

West Side Manor Robert Cobb Rentals 2345 Statesville Blvd. Near Salisbury Mall

704-633-1234 China Grove 2BR Apt. Includes $550/month. water and garbage pickup. Call 704-857-2415. China Grove. 2BR, 2BA. All electric. Clean & safe. No pets. $575/month + deposit. 704-202-0605 China Grove. Duplex apt. 2BR, 1 ½BA. Appliances & water furnished. No pets. Near 85. 704-855-4988 704640-6331 China Grove. One room eff. w/ private bathroom & kitchenette. All utilities incl'd. $379/mo. + $100 deposit. 704-857-8112 City. 2BR cent. H/A, no pets, on job 6 months, utilities by tenant. $375 per month. Call 704202-5879 for more info.

Plott Hound mix & 1 Chihuahua mix free to a good home. Both are very affectionate, need lots of attention & plenty of room to run and play. 704-642-7170

Apartments $$ $ $ $ $ $ Summer Specials Ask about free rent, and free water. $300 - $1,200/mo. 704-637-1020 Chambers Realty 1 & 2BR. Nice, well maint'd, responsible landlord. $415-$435. Salisbury, in town. 704-642-1955

Pure breed AKC Shih Tzu puppies. 7 weeks old Wormed and 1st shots. Mom and Dad on site. Call for more information 704-210-8886 or 704433-3559

Condos and Townhomes

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

Condos and Townhomes

Such a Sweet Puppy!

Puppies. Shih Tzu. Males Only! CKC, Black/White, 13 weeks. $250 each. Cash! 704-636-8007 Free Beautiful Female Chihuahua Mix, red & white. Approx. 3-4 years old. Very friendly & good with kids. Free to good home. 336-655-3201. Free dog. AKC Female Black Lab to good home; just over a year old. please call 704-213-0219

Puppies. Boxer pups, AKC registered born July 4th tails docked, dew claws removed up to date on shots and deworming. 6 females and 4 males ready to go to their new homes. $400 cash 704787-2747

Puppies. Beagles. 10 weeks old, wormed and parents on site. $50 each. 704-591-0982

Colony Garden Apartments 2BR and 1-1/2 BA Town Homes $575/mo. College Students Welcome! Near Salisbury VA Hospital 704-762-0795

Other Pets $ $ $ $ $ $ $

100% FINANCING/ LEASE PURCHASE

Free Lab Pups 5 blonde, 4 chocolate, call Jason at 704-2458078. Kittens, Free! 8 weeks old, litter trained, sweet & funny! 1 male 1 female. Both black 704-202-5291 Kittens, free. Feline leukemia negative. 1 black, 2 striped grey & 1 charcoal grey. Sweet & playful. 704-273-3486. I can deliver!

Got puppies or kittens for sale?

Supplies and Services Puppies. Boxer Pups. One AKC white w/tan spots female. $275, 10 weeks. One male all white CKC $250. One flashy fawn female CKC, $300, 8 weeks. Call 704-603-8257.

New 6 month heart worm preventive injection for dogs. Salisbury Animal Hospital 1500 E. Innes St. 704-637-0227

Prince Charles Condominiums. Great location, walking distance to Historic Downtown Salisbury, 1250 sq ft to 3800 sq ft. Large rooms and great closets. Prices start at only $115,000. 704.202.6676 to set up a tour.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2010

Team Bounce

Birthday? ...

RAVON So proud of you!

We want to be your flower shop!

Salisbury Flower Shop 1628 West Innes St. Salisbury, NC • 704-633-5310

Wishing you many more! Love, your family

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Happy Birthday Jeana, from the Creative Girls

Happy Birthday Ravon!!! From your sister, Jessica Happy Birthday To Carrie Bardinas, A Beautiful And Wonderful Daughter. I Love You, Mom

Hours of daily personal attention and doggie fun at our safe 20 acre facility. Professional homestyle boarding, training, and play days with a certified handler/trainer who loves dogs as much as you do.

Happy birthday "G" Gloria Wilhelm. Love, your Cousins Happy 40th Birthday to our daughter-in-law, Laurie Redman. Carl and Linda Happy Birthday To The Very Best Mommie! We Love You, Noah, Luke And Jacob Kamiyah Smith, Happy 1st birthday. We love you from your brother & sisters, Kevin Jr., Laquerius & Thamera. Have many more! Happy Birthday Kamiyah! You little fat butter ball! From, Cary/Cory Happy Birthday Kamiyah Smith! Enjoy your day in have a lot more! From, Trish. Love you!

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JUST ADDED FOR 2010...NEW WATERSLIDE!

KIDS OF JOY

MawMaws Kozy Kitchen

Hamburger, Fries & Tea ................$4.99 Grilled Hamburger Steak, 2 Sides & Tea ............................$5.99

Flounder, Whiting or Shrimp Plates Available

Inflatable Parties

704 202-5610 WE DELIVER! • Birthdays • Community Days

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Pork Chop Sandwich $3.29

WACKY WEDNESDAY

$1.00 Hot Dogs

Buy 1 Get 1 FREE Footlong 11AM–4PM SATURDAY

WHATEVER THE OCCASION… GIVE YOUR KIDS SOME JOY!

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SALISBURY POST 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 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. Granite Quarry 1 & 3 BR rentals available. Appliances included. Call 704638-0108 Granite Quarry. 2BR duplex. Appli. furnished. W/D hook up. $425. No pets. 704-279-3406 Holly Leaf Apts. 2BR, 1½BA. $555. Kitchen appliances, W/D connection, cable ready. 704-637-5588

Lovely Duplex Rowan Hospital area. 2BR, 1BA. Heat, air, water, appl. incl. $695. 704-633-3997 Moreland Pk area. 2BR all appls furnished. $495-$595/mo. Deposit negotiable. Section 8 welcome. 336-247-2593 Moving to Town? Need a home or Apartment? We manage rental homes & apartments. Call and let us help you. Waggoner Realty Co. 704-633-0462 www.waggonerrealty.com

Rockwell Area. Apt. & Duplexes. $500-$600. 2BR Quiet Community. Marie Leonard-Hartsell at Wallace Realty 704-239-3096 Rolling Hills Townhomes 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Salisbury's Finest! 315 Ashbrook Rd 704-637-6207 Back to School Specials! 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. 704-279-3808 Salis. Nice modern 1BR, energy efficient, water furnished, off Jake Alexander $395 + dep. 704-640-5750 Salisbury 519 E. Cemetery St. 1BR / 1BA, $330/month + $330 deposit. No pets. 704-507-3915 Salisbury City. Very large 1BR/1BA, Lincolnton Rd, good neighborhood. $365 / mo + dep. 704-640-5750 WELCOME HOME TO DEER PARK APTS. We have immediate openings for 1 & 2 BR apts. Call or come by and ask about our move-in specials. 704-278-4340 for info. For immediate info call 1-828-442-7116

Condos and Townhomes Kannapolis. 2 story townhouse. 2BR, 2BA brick front. Kitchen/dining combo, large family room. Private deck. $600/mo. 704534-5179 / 704-663-7736 Salisbury. $840/mo. & $840 deposit. Trash & lawncare incl'd. US Realty 704-202-7996 Wiltshire Village Condo for Rent, $700. 2nd floor. Looking for 2BR, 2BA in a quiet community setting? Call Bryce, Wallace Realty 704-2021319

Wiltshire Village. 2BR. New appliances, carpet. Pool & tennis. $595/mo. 704-642-2554

Houses for Rent $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Exceptional houses! Exceptional deals! $450$1300. 704-239-0691 1012 N. Main St. Spencer, 3BR/1BA, Section 8 OK. No pets. $600/mo. $600 dep. 704-633-5067 1474 Matthew Allen Circle, Kann. 3 bedroom 2 bath $925/mo; 4901 Samuel Richard Street, Kann. 4 bedroom 2.5 bath $995/mo. KREA 704.933.2231 1BR & 3BR units avail. HVAC. Application req'd. $475 - $800/mo. Call 704-239-4883. Broker 2BR RENT TO OWN Central heat/AC. Hardwoods, fireplace, siding. $2,500 down. $550/mo. 704-630-0695 325 Wiley Ave. 3BR, 1BA. Lg DR, living & kitchen. Great loc.! Fence. $775/mo. 704-798-2603 3255 Cemetery Dr. Faith. 3BR, 2BA, 2car garage, 3 acres. No pets. $975 + dep. 704-239-8516 436 Morlan Park. 4BR, 2BA. $850/mo./Dep. Section 8 ok. No pets. 704-647-4774 4901 Samuel Richard St., Kannapolis: 4BR, 2.5BA $995/mo. 3306 Barr Rd., Concord: 3BR, 2.5BA. $925/mo. KREA 704-9332231

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Houses for Rent

5BR, 2 ½ BA. RENT TO OWN. 3000 sq. ft. +/basement, garage, fenced. $8,000 down. $998/mo. 704-630-0695

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

7 miles from 85; 10 miles from Salis. 3BR, 2BA on 2 acres. living room, dining room, den w/ working FP, big front porch & deck. 2 car garage w/ 14 x 28 work rm. $850 + dep. No pets. 704-857-5679 or 704-433-7792 Carolina Blvd. 2BR/2BA + ofc, all appls incl, 4 car carport, big yd. $800/mo + dep. 704-637-6618

China Grove Nice & Clean. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1840 square feet. 10 rooms, recently remodeled, stove, fridge, dishwasher. All electric HVAC, garages & storage buildings. Nice Area. NO PETS. $800/mo + deposit 704-857-7699 China Grove. 3BR, 2BA. No pets. Heat/AC. $650/mo. & $650 deposit. Please call 704-857-3347

Spencer. 2BR. Appls., W/D, well water + storage bldg. $525/mo. + dep. 704-630-0785.

Office and Commercial Rental

4.5 acres with 3 room mobile office on I-85. 2 bay station on Julian Rd. & I-85. 1200 sq ft bldg in Granite Quarry. Call 704279-5905 450 to 1,000 sq. ft. of Warehouse Space off Jake Alexander Blvd. Call 704279-8377 or 704-279-6882

East Rowan. New 3BR, 2BA. Appliances, water yard work incl'd. Section 8 OK. 704-279-3990

5,000 or 10,000 sq. ft. distribution bldg., loading docks, office & restrooms. Bradshaw Real Estate 704-633-9011

3 BR,1 BA, Private Country setting, completely renovated older home, detached 1.5 car garage. All appliances included. $750 per month plus security deposit. Call 704-798-5959

EXECUTIVE STYLE HOME FOR RENT

Rockwell, 8565 Hwy 52, 2BR/1½BA & Beautiful Fireplace, Wood Floors & Cabin Style, Pine Cabinets. $725/mo. Lease & Deposit. 704-209-0131 for Application

Faith 3BR/2BA Nice ranch style home, energy efficient, single garage. $775/mo + deposit . Flowe Realty & Development, Inc. 704-640-6869 or 704279-7848 Faith/Carson district. 3BR / 2BA, no smoking, no pets. $700/mo + dep + refs. 704-279-8428 FREE RENT Carolina Piedmont Properties. Call for details. Sec 8 OK. 704-248-4878 Houses: 3BRs, 1BA. Apartments: 2 & 3 BRs, 1BA Deposit req'd. Faith Realty 704-630-9650 Kann. Nice 3BR, 2BA brick home. Corner of East 27th and Brady Ave. Stove, refrig. $800/mo. $800 dep. No pets. No smoking. 704-699-5592 Kannapolis-2407 Summit Ave., 2 BR, 1 BA $575/mo.; 409 E. 22nd St. 2 BR, 2 BA, loft $700/mo.; 2419 Saguaro Ln., 4 BR, 2.5 BA $1,400/mo.; 200 Westview St., 1 BR, 1 BA $500/mo. China Grove 210-3 Swink St.; China Grove- 2 BR, 2 BA $650/mo.; Salisbury- 726 Railroad St., 2 BR, 1 BA $450/mo.; 904 N. Green St., 3 BR, 2 BA $695/mo.; Concord- The Pines of Cabarrus, 1 & 2 BR. Rebecca Jones Realty Inc. 704-857-SELL (7355) Kannapolis. Cute little furnished 5 room house. $500 dep., $500/mo., no pets. 704-782-1881 Near VA. 2BR, 1BA. Large screened porch, garage, large yard. $600/mo. 704-202-7071 Salisbury & Mocksville HUD – Section 8 Nice 2 to 5 BR homes. Call us 1st. 704-630-0695 Salisbury 2BR. $525 and up. GOODMAN RENTALS 704-633-4802 Salisbury 3BR / 1BA, Central heat/AC, all elec., $600/mo. 704-640-9636 or 704-637-9562 Salisbury 4BR/2BA, brick ranch, basement, 2,000 SF, garage, nice area. $1,195/mo. 704-630-0695 Salisbury Hollywood Dr., 3BR/1½BA, “Country style” total elec, water incl'd, $675/mo. 704-633-6035 Salisbury, in country. 3BR, 2BA. With in-law apartment. $1000/mo. No pets. Deposit & ref. 704855-2100 Salisbury. 2BR, 1BA. Electric heat/AC. Storage bldg. $475/mo. 704-2796850 or 704-798-3035 Salisbury. 3 & 2 Bedroom Houses. $500-$1,000. Also, Duplex Apartments. 704636-6100 or 704-633-8263 Salisbury. 3BR, 2BA doublewide. $600/mo. + $600 deposit. 980-6212009 after 7pm

China Grove. 1200 sq ft. $800/mo + deposit. Call 704-855-2100

Autos

Spencer Shops Lease great retail space for as little as $750/mo for 2,000 sq ft at. 704-431-8636 Warehouse space / manufacturing as low as $1.25/sq. ft./yr. Deposit. Call 704-431-8636

Manufactured Home for Rent

05 NISSAN FRONTIER NISMO 4x4 crew cab, v6, auto, power sunroof, pw, pl, tilt, cruise, alloys, tonneau cover, roof rack, like new inside & out, $16,785. 704.637.9090

BMW, 2004 330Xi Silver with black leather interior, 6 cylinder with auto tranny, AM, FM, CD, duel seat warmers, all power options, SUNROOF, run & drives like a DREAM! 704-603-4255

East area. 2BR, 1BA in small park. Limit 2. No pets. $350 rent. $350 deposit. 704-279-8526 East Area. 2BR, water, trash. Limit 2. Dep. req. No pets. Call 704-6367531 or 704-202-4991 Faith 2BR/1BA, $375/mo + dep. 2BR/2BA Kannapolis $475/mo. + dep. No pets. 704-239-2833

Cadillac, 2003 Deville Bronze Mist on Oatmeal leather 4.6 V8 North Star with auto tranny am, fm, cd, tape, all power options, like new inside & out RUNS & DRIVE NEW! 704-603-4255

Corner Lot

Gold Hill, 2 bedroom, trash and lawn service included. No pets. $450 month. 704-433-1255

Financing Available!

Motivated Seller

Salisbury, Henderson Estates, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, Basement, Double Attached Carport, R48766 $159,900 Monica Poole 704.245.4628 B&R Realty

Rockwell. 2BR, 1BA. Appl., water, sewer, trash service incl. $500/mo. + dep. Pets OK. 704-279-7463

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

Salis., 2BR priv lot, water & garbage p/u, cent H/A, limit 3, no pets. $450/mo + $450 dep. 704-637-5953 Salisbury 2BR / 1BA Hurley School Rd area, priv lot, $295/mo + dep. 704-640-5750 Salisbury, Woodleaf Road, 3-BR, 2-BA, private lot, fireplace, $700 month includes water. 704-636-2143.

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

North Myrtle Beach

Ocean Front Condo

OFFICE SPACE

Prime Location, 1800+ sq.ft. (will consider subdividing) 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

PRIME LOCATION

FOR LEASE - Prime Location near RRMC & VA hospitals. Three (or four) offices, file room, reception room, breakroom & two restrooms. Security system; spacious parking. Ashley Shoaf Realty 704-633-7131

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

2BR, 2BA Sleeps 6, fully equipped. Outdoor pool. Quiet family area, yet close to shops and restaurants. Reasonably priced. Booking Aug. 28th – Sept. 4th . Sept, Nov. Dec. 704-6038647

Roommate Wanted ROOMMATE WANTED Seeking adult to share expenses in 3BR, 2BA home in Rockwell. Nonsmoker, no children or pets. Submit inquiries to: lwh294@aol.com

Salis. Bus line, A/C & cable No Drugs! Discount if paid monthly. Please call 704-640-5154

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Ford, 1999 Crown Victoria LX. 4 Door Sedan. 4 speed automatic $6,845. 1-800-542-9758 Stock # F10305A2 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

Ford, 2002 Focus ZX3 Hatch back. Auto transmission. $6,445 1-800-542-9758 Stock # P7428A 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

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

03 CHEVY CAVALIER 4 cyl., auto., ac, AM/FM stereo, cd, low miles, extra clean, $6990. 704.637.9090

03 HONDA CRV EX 4x4, 4 cyl., auto., power sunroof, pw, pl, alloys, super low miles, $12,974. 704.637.9090

Troutman Motor Co. Highway 29 South, Concord, NC 704-782-3105

Bad Credit? No Credit? No Problem! Tim Marburger Dodge 877-792-9700

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Trucks, SUVs & Vans

Autos

Suzuki, 2007 Forenza Fusion. Red Metallic on gray cloth interior. 2.0 4 cylinder auto trans, am, fm, cd, very spacious clean insideand out LOW MILES!!! runs & drives like NEW! 704-603-4255

Ford, 2003 Explorer 2 dr XLT sport. Good tires. Excellent condition. Clean & well maintained. $5,700. Call 704-638-0226

Transportation Financing

Saab, 1995 900 S Convertible with new tires & brakes. 29 MPG city 33 MPG highway. Good condition. $2,900. 704728-9898, Salisbury.

Boats & Watercraft

Buick, 1997 LeSabre Limited Sedan Gold. 4 speed automatic. $6,445. 1-800-542-9758 Stock # P7500A 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

Chevrolet, 2003 Tahoe LT 4 Door SUV 4 Speed Automatic, V 8. $14,745. 1-800-542-9758 Stock # T10109A 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

Toyota, 2002 Camry, SE V6 4 door sedan. Salsa red. $8,745. 1-800-542-9758 Stock # T10487A 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com 1977 Dixie. 17 foot. Sweet boat. Runs great. Recent seats. New top. New cover. Many extras. Family gone. Back hurt. Lost Job. Must sell! $2,100 firm – OBO ends August 27th. Call 704279-0355 Toyota, 2004 Camry LE 4 Door Sedan. 4 speed automatic. $8,845. 1-800542-9758. Stock #T11033A. 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

Motorcycles & ATVs

Chevrolet, 2008 HHR Panel LS 2 Door SUV Victory red.$12,245. 1-800-542-9758 Stock #F10416A 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

1999 Softail 95 Cubic inch S & S motor. $10,000, obo. Call 704239-0055 Ford, 2002 ThunderBird Convertible. White w/ dark gray leather interior, am, fm, cd changer, 3.9 V8, auto trans, all power options, fog lights, chrome rims with good tires. A REAL Must See! 704-603-4255

Ford, 2007 Focus SE White over gray cloth interior, 2.0 with auto trans, AM, FM, CD, sat radio, power windows, brakes & locks. Cold ac, LOW MILES, runs & drives great! 704-603-4255

Honda, 1993 Civic Coupe. 5 Speed, 140,000 miles, sunroof, 32-35 mpg. Very dependable. $2,000. Call 704-2393854

Restaurant fully equipped. 85 feat In china grove. $1700 per month. 704-855-2100 Salisbury 848 S. Main St., 1,000 SF previously restaurant w/drive-in window, lg pkg area, $800/mo 704-202-5879

TEAM CHEVROLET- GEO, CADILLAC, OLDSMOBILE 404 Jake Alexander Blvd., Salisbury. Call 704-636-9370

Ford, 1998 Expedition Eddie Bauer Edition LOADED 5.4 V8 auto trans, LEATHER, lighted running boards, all pwr ops, cd changer, chrome rims good tires, 4X4 runs & drives great. 704-603-4255

Ford, 2005 Ranger XLTV6. Automatic, low miles, all power, CD player, bed liner, sliding rear window, premium wheels. Like new! $13, 699. Call 704638-5937.

Pontiac, 1995 Bonneville V-6. 138K miles, clean, excellent condition. $2,500. 704636-4905 DL17302

Service & Parts Toyota, 2004 Corolla 1.8 4 cylinder auto trans, am, fm, cd. White over gray cloth, power options, GAS SAVER, runs and drives awesomely! Affordable, reliable transportation! 704-603-4255

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

Trucks, SUVs & Vans

Ford, 2006 Expedition Eddie Bauer Edition. cd, DVD, SUNROOF, duel heated seats, POWER 3rd seat, luggage rack. Steering wheel controls, nonsmoker. Like new. MUST SEE! 704-603-4255 I sold my truck in 3 days with my ad in the Salisbury K.C., Post! Salisbury

14 ft V-Hull aluminum boat w/trailer. New seats, trolling motor, battery. $750. Call 704-279-0924

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

Resort & Vacation Rentals

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

Mazda, 2007 5 sport Grey on gray cloth 2.3 4 cylinder auto trans, am, fm, cd, all power options, LOW MILES, good tires, cold AC, plenty of room for kids or groceries LIKE NEW! 704-603-4255

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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

Transportation Dealerships

Tim Marburger Honda 1309 N First St. (Hwy 52) Albemarle NC 704-983-4107

Jaguar, 2001 S-Type 4.0L, V8 sedan. $11,445. 1-800-542-9758 Stock # P7486A 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

Hurley School Rd. area. 2BR/2BA Nice subdiv. Well kept. 3 people. $450 + dep. 704-640-5750 Landis 3BR/2BA laminate hardwoods throughout, nice quiet neighborhood. $580/mo. 704-855-2443

Volvo, 2002 S80 2.9L6 TWIN TURBO auto tiptronic trans, am, fm, tape, cd, SUNROOF, alloy rims good tires, all power option, LEATHER, cold ac, COME DRIVE TODAY! 704-603-4255

Transportation Financing

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

Granite Quarry Special Commercial Metal Bldgs for Small Trade Business, hobby shop space or storage. Units avail up to 1800 sq ft w/ office area. Video surveillance and ample parking. 704279-4422

Hyundai, 2006 Sonata LX. V6 Sedan. $12,245. Stock #T11048B 1-800-542-9758 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

Cooleemee 2BR $100 / wk, $400 dep on ½ ac lot. 336-998-8797, 704-9751579 or 704-489-8840

Faith. 2BR, 2 full BA, all hardwood floors, completely remodeled. Private acre land. No pets. $550/mo. + $550 deposit. 704-239-5569

Furnished Key Man Office Suites - $250-350. Jake & 150. Util & internet incl. 704-721-6831

Service & Parts

Autos

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

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

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

Autos

Salisbury, Kent Executive Park office suites, $100 & up. Utilities paid. Conference room, internet access, break room, ample parking. 704-202-5879

SHARED OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE Opportunity to reduce fixed overhead, sharing office space downtown Mocksville. Clientele are professionals with some retail. 336-492-5843 1250 sqft office. Lobby, 3 Manufactured offices and 2 restrooms. Bradshaw Real Estate. Home Lot Rentals 704-633-9011 South Rowan area. 23,000 sq ft manufacturing Attractive mobile home lots. garbage, sewer building with offices for lease. Water, Bradshaw Real Estate. furnished. $160/mo. 704704-633-9011 636-1312 or 704-798-0497

East area. 2BR, 1BA. year Outbuildings. 1 lease. $695/month + deposit. 704-279-5602

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Office and Commercial Rental

Honda, 2003 Civic 4 door sedan. $4,500. Please call 336-482-5965

Honda, 2007 Accord LX 2.4 4 cylinder auto trans, am, fm, cd, white on tan cloth, power options, like new tires.A REAL MUST SEE!! 704-603-4255

Toyota, 2004 Corolla S Sedan. 4 Speed automatic. $8,945. 1-800-542-9758 Stock # P7429A 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

Chevy, 2003 Silverado V8 with auto tranny am, fm, cd, cold ac, bed liner, like new tires. Extra Clean Inside & Out! 704-603-4255

Authorized EZGO Dealer. 30 years selling, servicing GOLF CARS Golf Car Batteries 6 volt, 8 volt. Golf car utility sales. US 52, 5 miles south of Salisbury. Beside East Rowan HS & Old Stone Winery. Look for EZGO sign. All batteries brand new, not reconditioned or refurbished (definition: weak or old batteries washed out). Buy 6 batteries & receive $10 gift receipt for purchase of a bottle of OLD STONE Wine. Coupon good until 7/31/10. 704-245-3660

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

BATTERY-R-US

Volkswagen, 2004 New Beetle GLS 1.8T convertible. $13,745. 1-800-542-9758 Stock # F10290A 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

Service & Parts

KIA, 2006 Sorento 3.5 V6 auto, 4x4, cloth seats, CD, towing pkg, good tires, all power, luggage rack, runs& drives NICE!! 704-603-4255

Lincoln, 2002 Navigator FULLY LOADED 5.4 auto trans, am, fm, tape, cd changer, park assist, SUNROOF, duel heated seats, all power options, 3rd seat, needs nothing. RUNS & DRIVE GREAT! 704-603-4255

Mazda, 2005 Tribute 4 Door SUV 4 Speed automatic. $8,945. 1-800-542-9758 Stock # F10404A 2 Year Warranty www.cloningerford.com

Yukon, 2003 SLT 4x4 Indigo Blue Metallic on Tan Leather interior AM, FM, cd, LOADED 5.3 auto trans all power options SUNROOF, captain chairs, 3rd seat, like new tires on chrome rims, AWSOME CONDITION INSIDE & OUT! 704-603-4255

Wholesale Not Retail If it's a battery, we sell it! We Buy Old Batteries! Faith Rd. to Hwy 152 Store across from Sifford's Marathon 704-213-1005 www.battery-r-us.com

Chrysler, 2007 Pacifica Touring Blue/ Lt. Gray leather interior 4.0 auto am, fm, cd, DVD, TV, SUNROOF, front and rear HEATED SEATS, rear air controls, power rear door, LOADED, EXTRA CLEAN. 704-603-4255

Dodge, 2006 Durango LIMITED 4.7. V8 auto 4x4 Leather,DVD, all pwr options, duel power/ heated seats, rear POWER LIFT GATE, good tires, DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE! 704-603-4255

Chevy, 1999 Silverado 2500 hd extended 6.0 engine auto trans, amfm radio, lighted running boards, camper top, towing pkg, 73,628 LOW MILES for this vehicle!!!! 704-603-4255

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Jeff Gordon (24) leads elliott sadler (19) and denny Hamlin (11) during the race at Michigan.

VETERAN FroM 1B In Cup, Sadler only has one top-10 this entire season and a grand total of six of them over his last 60 starts. But it’s not entirely Sadler’s fault. When he jumped from Yates Racing to Ray Evernham Motorsports midway through the 2006 season, he figured he was moving into the best opportunity of his career. Instead, the team was sold to George Gillett Jr., and what was left of the original organization later merged with Richard Petty Motorsports. As funding dried up, the team tried to push Sadler out before the start of the 2009 season. Sadler fought to keep his job, but it’s not exactly proven to be worth his while. He’s had six different crew chiefs since 2006 — four of whom had never held the position before — and has slogged along through financial uncertainty that seems to have affected to some degree everyone in the organization except Kasey Kahne. And Kahne, so eager to move on himself, announced in April a deal to drive for Hendrick Motorsports two years from now. He didn’t even care that there was no plan for what he’d do next season when he decided to leave. So now Sadler waits to see what’s next, and when he left Bristol this weekend, he had no idea. “I wish I had an answer,” Sadler said. “A couple of weeks ago I really thought I had something lined up and it kind of slipped away. I was thinking, ‘I’ve got to regroup

and try something else.’ What I want to do is be competitive and run up front. I don’t care what the vehicle looks like that I run in.” And that’s what likely will continue Sadler’s career. He drove for KHI at Bristol in both the Trucks and Nationwide races. He was in contention for the win in the truck, and finished third after winning the pole and leading 26 laps in Nationwide. Harvick has been impressed with Sadler’s performance and turned into one of his biggest supporters. “I think in the right stuff he can be competitive at whatever level he is in,” Harvick said. “You don’t just win all the races that he won ... and just forget how to drive, and at some point you are only as good as what you drive. “I don’t know all the ins and outs of that particular situation (at RPM), but every time he has been in our No. 2 truck, he is in the top-five and competitive every week.” It’s catching people’s attention, and giving Sadler a confidence that some think is what he’s been lacking in the Cup car. “I think he’s just been in a bad situation, and sometimes it takes really searching yourself to find out what’s going on,” Evernham said. “What’s happening is that Kevin Harvick is saying, ‘Hey, Elliott Sadler can still drive a race car.’ I’ve always believed he could, and I don’t know why he doesn’t run any better than he does in the Cup stuff. “Like every athlete, they get in a slump and it takes something to spark them out of it. Maybe this is the spark that brings him out of the slump.”

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Sadler would like to put something together with Harvick for 2010, and believes he will drive some for the team, he just doesn’t know to what extent. Either way, the Harvicks have given him a second chance that he’s not taking lightly. “The coolest thing about racing for Kevin is they believe in me 100 percent,” he said. “They believe in what I’m telling them, they believe when I get in the car or truck that they have a legitimate shot to run up front, lead laps and win races. To me, that’s a really good feeling.”

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Sunny

Mostly sunny and pleasant

High 86°

Low 66°

High 87° Low 70°

High 91° Low 66°

High 86° Low 64°

High 87° Low 64°

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Regional Weather Boone 75/58 Knoxville 88/65 Hickory 83/65 Franklin 86/58

Asheville 81/59

Danville 80/61 Winston Salem Durham 82/65 82/62 Greensboro 83/66 Raleigh 85/68 Salisbury 86/66

Spartanburg 85/64

Charlotte 86/66

Greenville 85/68

Kitty Hawk 76/74

Goldsboro 86/66 Cape Hatteras 87/73

Lumberton 86/68

Sunrise today .................. 6:48 a.m. Sunset tonight .................. 8:00 p.m. Moonrise today ................ 7:47 p.m. Moonset today .................. 6:42 a.m.

Full

Aug 24

Last

Sep 1

New

Sep 8

Augusta 96/69

Allendale 96/68

First

Sep 15

Savannah 92/73

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Wilmington 85/70

City

Hilton Head 88/76 Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows.

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Data from Salisbury through 6 p.m. yest. Temperature High .................................................. 88° Low .................................................. 68° Last year's high ................................ 84° Last year's low .................................. 64° Normal high ...................................... 87° Normal low ...................................... 66° Record high ...................... 104° in 1983 Record low .......................... 52° in 1997 Humidity at noon ............................ 52% Precipitation 24 hours through 8 a.m. yest. ........ 0.00" Month to date ................................ 3.76" Normal month to date .................. 2.35" Year to date ................................ 35.38" Normal year to date .................... 28.55"

Today at noon .................................... 94°

The patented AccuWeather.com RealFeel Temperature is an exlcusive index or the effects or temperature, wind, humidity, sunshine intensity, cloudiness, precipitation, pressure and elevation on the human body.

Air Quality Index Charlotte Yesterday .. 50 .. Good .......................... Ozone Today's forecast .. Good N. C. Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources 0-50 good, 51-100 moderate, 101-150 unhealthy for sensitive grps., 151-200 unhealthy, 201-300 very unhealthy, 301-500 hazardous

AccuWeather.com UV Index

Highest today ................................. 7, High Noon .............................................. 7, High 3 p.m. ..................................... 5, Moderate 0-2, Low; 3-5, Moderate; 6-7, High; 8-10, Very High; 11+, Extreme The higher the UV Index number, the greater the need for eye and skin protection.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 24 Seattle 81/55

20s

LAKE LEVELS

Lake

66 97 85 89 91 66 68 66 98 76 61 63 77 86 70 72 93 75 75 73 88 87 90 85 64 88 78 67 72

10s

Statistics are through 7 a.m. yesterday. Measured in feet. Charleston 93/73

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® REAL FEEL TEMPERATURE RealFeel Temperature™

Billings 80/50

30s

Myrtle Beach 83/72

Today Hi Lo W

Almanac

Minneapolis 76/54 Chicago 85/63

40s

Aiken 96/67

SUN AND MOON

Southport 83/70

Today Hi Lo W

Atlanta 92 71 pc 93 72 s Amsterdam 66 54 sh Athens 92 72 s Atlantic City 77 66 r 78 65 r Beijing 78 65 pc Baltimore 72 63 r 79 64 pc 80 50 s 89 57 s 91 72 s Billings Beirut 69 60 r 69 62 r 98 70 s Boston Belgrade Chicago 85 63 s 80 58 s Berlin 73 51 s Cleveland 80 63 s 80 58 t Brussels 72 47 sh Dallas 104 75 t 95 73 pc Buenos Aires 66 43 s Denver 78 51 pc 90 56 s Cairo 100 79 s Detroit 82 64 s 81 57 pc Calgary 68 44 s Dublin 63 46 sh Fairbanks 67 45 pc 63 39 s Honolulu 89 73 s 89 73 pc Edinburgh 61 47 r 100 77 t 97 77 t 72 55 t Houston Geneva 86 65 s 85 56 pc 88 65 s Indianapolis Jerusalem Kansas City 82 58 pc 82 57 s Johannesburg 71 43 s Las Vegas 107 78 s 109 83 s London 70 50 pc Madrid 90 58 s Los Angeles 99 68 s 99 66 s Miami 91 80 t 92 81 t Mexico City 77 55 t Minneapolis 76 54 pc 74 55 s Moscow 72 52 r New Orleans 94 78 pc 94 77 pc Paris 75 52 s Rio de Janeiro 89 74 s New York 70 68 r 73 70 r Rome 85 65 s Omaha 80 53 pc 82 56 s Philadelphia 73 64 r 74 66 r San Juan 92 79 pc Phoenix 111 88 t 110 85 pc Seoul 84 73 t Sydney 67 46 s Salt Lake City 83 54 s 90 60 s Tokyo 88 76 s San Francisco 81 57 pc 76 56 pc Seattle 81 55 s 81 54 pc Toronto 76 62 s Tucson 106 82 t 99 76 pc Winnipeg 64 48 s Washington, DC 74 66 r 81 71 pc Zurich 70 51 t Legend: W-weather, s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice.

Darlington 91/68 Columbia 91/70

City

World Cities

Source: NWS co-op (9 miles WNW)

Morehead City 83/71

Atlanta 92/71

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Above/Below Observed Full Pool

High Rock Lake .... 654.30 ...... -0.70 Badin Lake .......... 540.60 ...... -1.40 Tuckertown Lake .. 595.50 ...... -0.50 Tillery Lake .......... 277.70 ...... -1.30 Blewett Falls ........ 176.40 ...... -2.60 Lake Norman ........ 97.29 ........ -2.71

50s 60s

San Francisco 81/57

Denver 78/51

90s

Los Angeles 99/68

New York 70/68

Washington 74/66

Kansas City 82/58

70s 80s

Detroit 82/64

Atlanta 92/71

El Paso 95/69

100s 110s Precipitation

Showers T-storms Rain Flurries Snow Ice

Cold Front Houston 100/77

Miami 91/80

Warm Front Stationary Front

Shown are noon positions of weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day. Forecast high/low temperatures are given for selected cities.