Polk’s Lady Wolverines down Brevard 6-0, page 12
Tryon Daily Bulletin
The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
Vol. 85 / No. 24
Tryon, N.C. 28782
Monday, March 5, 2012
Only 50 cents
Volunteers make humane society work by Samantha Hurst
Registration for adult volleyball began with the Polk County Recreation Department Feb. 27. It’s time to get teams together. For more information, call 828-894-8199 or email recreationdept@windstream.net.
Here’s a list of upcoming meetings and events for area nonprofit community and governmental organizations:
Today
Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Mondays, Harmon Field/Tryon, 7 a.m. - noon. Saluda Center, Tuesdays, chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; bridge, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., with bridge discussion session at 12:45. 828-749-9245. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Member Support Group, meets in Columbus on the first Monday of the month, 10 a.m. - noon. For info and/or location, (Continued on page 2)
Whether it’s folding laundry, washing dishes, sprucing up landscaping or organizing a fundraiser – the Foothills Humane Society survives off the work of its more than 75 active weekly volunteers. Volunteers like Barbara Manning, for example, who in her 90s still offers her time to help out where she can and when she is able. “I picked volunteering at the humane society because I felt being around the animals would be cheerful work,” Manning said. “I think they do a darn good job out there and I get more out of it than I put in it any day.” Manning began volunteering five years ago after adopting her (Continued on page 3)
Foothills Humane Society Volunteer Brandon Reynolds gets in some quality time with the cats available for adoption at FHS. Shelter administrators said volunteers are always needed for a variety of jobs. (photo by Gwen Ring)
Heart disease, cancer, leading causes of Polk deaths Obesity on the rise, according to health report Heart diseases and cancer are the leading causes of death in Polk County, with obesity on the rise in both children and adults across the state, according to the 2011 Polk County State of the County Health Report. The Polk County Board of Commissioners met Feb. 20
and heard the report from Mary Smith, health educator for the Rutherford-McDowell-Polk District Health Department. The annual report ranks the counties in terms of how healthy the people are who live there. Polk ranked eighth out of 100 counties in health factors that include health behaviors, clinical care, social and economic and physical environment. Polk ranked 27th for factors including length of life and morbidity
measures. The report included data on causes of death, obesity, population information, unemployment data and health, dental and mental health care access. Polk’s leading cause of death in 2009 was diseases of the heart 22.9 percent of deaths (63 deaths), with cancer 21.8 percent (60 deaths). The report listed causes for 2008 and 2009 (Continued on page 4)
Serving Polk County and Upper Spartanburg and Greenville Counties
Want Your ad Here?
Call 828-859-9151 Reserve Your Space Today!
page
2 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper Monday, March 5, 2012
• Calendar (continued from page 1)
contact Lisa at 828-894-0104 or Annie at 864-457-7278. Polk County Recreation Dept., offers Zumba classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. in the Stearns Gym in Columbus. Call 828-817-3927 for more information. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Monday activities include line dancing, 10 a.m., senior fitness, 11 a.m., bingo or bead class, 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. Christian Fellowship Luncheon, TJ’s Cafe, Tryon, Mondays except holidays, noon - 1 p.m.; food, fellowship and discussion of relevant issues; interdenominational.859-5051. Chess Club, Mondays, 12:30 p.m., recreation room, LaurelHurst Apartments, Columbus. Open to anyone in community. 894-3336. Saluda Center, Monday activities include line dancing at 12:30 p.m. For more information visit Saluda.com. Polk Soil & Water Conservation District, board will meet on Monday, March 5 at 3:30 p.m. in the Mill Spring Agricultural Center. The public is invited. Call 828-894-8550 for more information. Harmon Field Board of Supervisors, meets the first Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at Harmon Field Cabin. Public welcome. Information:
How To Reach Us
Main number, classifieds and subscriptions: 828-859-9151 FAX: 828-859-5575 e-mail: news@tryondailybulletin.com Founded Jan. 31, 1928 by Seth M. Vining. (Consolidated with the Polk County News 1955) Betty Ramsey, Publisher
THE TRYON DAILY BULLETIN (USPS 643-360) is published daily except Saturdays and Sundays for $60 per year by Tryon Newsmedia LLC, 16 N. Trade St., Tryon, NC 287826656. Periodicals postage paid at Tryon, North Carolina 28782. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Tryon Newsmedia LLC., 16 N Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782-6656. www.tryondailybulletin.com
828-859-6655. Male Domestic Abuse Intervention Program, Mondays, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 894-2340. Landrum Library, Free Yoga classes. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Limited to first 30 people. Thermal Belt Stamp Club, meets first and third Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Tryon Federal Bank in Columbus. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 8 p.m., Columbus Presbyterian Church.
Tuesday
Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Tuesdays, Ozone Drive and Hwy. 176, Saluda. Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, “We Care” is a weekly informal social group open to women coping with loss. The group meets at 9 a.m. at TJ’s Cafe in Tryon and is open to newcomers. For more information, contact Shannon Slater at 828-894-7000, 800-617-7132 or sslater@hocf. org. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Tuesday activities include ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; art class, 10 a.m.; bingo or movie, 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. American Legion Auxiliary, meets on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the American Legion Hall in Tryon. House of Flags Museum, open Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Polk County Historical Association Museum, open Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., 60 Walker St., Columbus, lower level. Free. LIFECare of Polk County/ Adult Day Health Care, provides services Monday - Friday. Pet therapy is scheduled every Tuesday. An opportunity for participants to interact with a trained pet therapy dog in a safe and meaningful environment. Call 828-894-2007 for more info. Polk County Library, will have preschool story time every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Open to all area children and caregivers. Green Creek Community Center, Zumba exercise class, Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., in gym. Cracker Barrel, 1 p.m. Tuesdays, conference room, Con-
Local Weather Forecast:
Today
Tomorrow
Partly cloudy
Sunny
Moon Phase
Today: Partly cloudy, with 10 percent chance of rain. High 51, low 30. Tuesday: Sunny, with no chance of rain. High 58, low 33.
Thursday’s weather was: High 80, low 47, .05” rain.
OBITUARIES Betty Marie Stuart, p. 15 Roland V. ‘Bud’ Phillips, p. 15
gregational Church. Economy discussion for seniors, at LaurelHurst in Columbus on Tuesday, March 6. Gordon Threlfall of Wells Fargo will conduct the session. Public welcome. Polk County Historical Association, will meet Tuesday, March 6 at 2:30 p.m. at the historical museum in Columbus. A new museum display created by the local Questers group of the 19 Polk County places listed on the National Historic Register will be presented. Polk County Public Library, quilting club meets on the first Tuesday of each month, 4-6 p.m. Saluda Business Association, first Tuesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., top floor, public library. 828-749-3444. American Legion auxiliary, will meet with the men at the legion hall on Tuesday, March 6 at 6 p.m. for supper. Bring a salad or main dish. Polk County Public Library, college planning and financial aid workshop, Tuesday, March 6 at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Al-Anon Family Group, meets Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Saluda Senior Center, 64 Greenville Street, Saluda, one half block off Main Street (U.S. Hwy. 176 S.), 828-749-2251 (Saluda) or 1-800286-1326. American Legion, Polk County Memorial Post 250, first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., 43 Depot Street, Tryon.
Foothills Knitting Guild, first Tuesday of each month, North Woods Farm Fiber and Yarn, 221 North Main St., Campobello, 7 p.m. Polk Democratic precinct meetings, will be held Tuesday, March 6 at 7 p.m. at the following locations: Tryon 1-2-3, Harmon Field cabin; Saluda 4, Saluda Library; Coopers Gap 5, Sunny View Elem. School; White Oak 6, Mill Spring Fire Dept.; Columbus 7 and 8, Democratic headquarters in Columbus; Green Creek 9, Green Creek Fire Dept. All Democrats encouraged to attend, especially those interested in being a delegate or volunteer to the DNC convention in Charlotte. 828-894-6460.
Wednesday
Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Wednesdays, Fire Department in Green Creek, 7 a.m. - noon. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Wednesday activities include Tai Chi, 9 a.m.; ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; Italian club meeting (Buon Giorno), 10 a.m.; senior fitness, 10 a.m.; bingo or bridge, 12:30 p.m.; medication assistance program, 9 a.m. - noon. 828-8940001. Please submit Curb Reporter items in writing at least two days prior to publication. Items must include a name and telephone number of a contact person. Items will be printed in order by date of event, as space allows.
Monday, March 5, 2012 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
page
3
PCHA program March 6 to feature new historical display At the Polk County Historical Association program on March 6, a new display will be presented at the county’s historical museum. This display, which was created by the local Questers group, features the 19 places in Polk County that are listed on the National Historic Register. Betsy Miner will explain who the Questers are, Linda
Lee Reynolds will discuss how this project came about Ann Allen, the artist, who created the map showing the location of the 19 historic places, will also be present. The meeting is at the museum in Columbus at 2:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public. - article submitted by Kathy Taft
Right: A framed photo of the Polk County Courthouse, part of the new display featuring the 19 places in Polk County that are listed on the National Historic Register. (photo submitted by Kathy Taft)
• Humane Society (continued from page 1)
own sweet feline companion the year before. Sev Bennet, meanwhile, hesitated to volunteer because she worried she’d walk in and want to adopt every animal in sight. “I am one of those people that
walks into the shelter and says, ‘Oh, I’ll take everyone home,’” Bennet said. “My husband and I have always donated to animal shelters, whether it be money or whatever goods they needed …. But I walked in one day and I just happened to ask if they needed volunteers.” Bennet wasn’t sure in the past if her schedule would allow her to be
physically at the shelter on a regular basis. So, she offered herself to assist with special events and fundraisers. Next thing Bennet knew, a volunteer form was placed in front of her. Since then, she’s worked on adopt-a-thons and helped plan ideas for future fundraisers. “It’s been a very good experience and it’s been very rewarding
to see particularly in the community how folks turn out.” Bennet said the community particularly impressed her aftershe helped to put out a call for cat food. “There was a huge pile of food donated. It was really nice to see donations turn out in droves. It’s
To expand our surgical services, effective March 1, 2012
Holleman Surgical will be
SURGICAL ASSOCIATES Jim Holleman, MD, and Gus Dozier, MD, can be reached by calling 828-894-3300. St. Luke’s Surgical Associates is located in St. Luke’s Medical Office Park at 44 Hospital Drive, Suite 1A, Columbus, NC.
(Continued on page 7)
page
4 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper Monday, March 5, 2012
Top Polk County causes of death causes 2009 Cause Number 1. Diseases of heart 63 2. Cancer 60 3. Cerebrovascular diseases 17 4. Alzheimer’s disease 16 5. Chronic lower respiratory diseases 14 6. All other unintentional injuries 12 7. Diabetes mellitus 8 8. Septicemia 7 9. Influenza and pneumonia 5 10. Parkinson’s disease 5 11. All other causes 68
Percentage 22.9 21.8 6.2 5.8 5.1 4.4 2.9 2.5 1.8 1.8 24.8
Total deaths: 275
• Deaths
(continued from page 4)
Landrum Drug Let us become your Personal Pharmacy! • Free delivery to Landrum area • Knowledgeable, helpful staff • All drug plans gladly accepted • Good prices • Drive-up window
!
Give us a try...you'll be glad you did!
2
104 W. RutheRfoRd Rd. • LandRum • 800-368-7552 mon - fRi 9-6 • Sat 8:30-1
864-457-2401
2x5 Change for 1/5, M tfn
LDRU-023815
• Home healthcare supplies
and compared Polk’s data to North Carolina. The top 10 causes of death in Polk County in 2009 were heart disease, cancer, cerebrovascular diseases, Alzheimer’s disease, chronic lower respiratory diseases, all other unintentional injuries, diabetes mellitus, septicemia, influenza and pneumonia and Parkinson’s disease (see chart above). All deaths in Polk in 2009 totaled 275, according to the report. In 2008, cancer was the top cause of death with 23.9 percent (72 deaths) of Polk’s deaths. Heart disease was the second cause, at 22.3 percent (68 deaths). There were 305 people who died in Polk County in 2008, according to the report. Smith said that most of the leading causes of death can be prevented. New data on the percentage of poverty in Polk County is 14.4 percent, Smith added, saying 2,906 people in Polk County were at poverty levels. Smith also said a third of Polk County children are overweight or obese. In 2009, 15.1 percent of Polk’s children ages 2 through 18 were obese. In 2008, 12.4 percent of Polk’s children were obese. North Carolina had
18 percent of children ages 2 through 18 who were obese in 2009. The data is taken from children seen in public health clinics, the report says. Smith reviewed movements for better health that are ongoing in Polk County and recognized Polk Fit, Fresh and Friendly members who are helping to make Polk County healthier. Smith said Polk County has created new greenway spaces and sidewalks and she mentioned a local food movement, fresh foods in schools, healthy changes in child care centers and Polk County government’s is planned a wellness program for employees as just some of the progress that has been made in recent years. “We definitely believe you can invest in prevention now or pay a lot more later,” Smith said. Smith also told commissioners that the state is eliminating funding for her position next year, which will leave the health department without a health educator unless funding is found. The health district will conduct a comprehensive community health assessment this year that will seek community input and include evidence-based data to guide the district’s practices in developing community action plans.
Monday, March 5, 2012 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
Tr yon Supermarket 370 Trade Street, 828-859-9245
page
10% SENIOR CITIZENS DISCOUNT Wednesday Only With Coupon
STORE HOURS:
MONDAY THRU SUNDAY (8AM-9PM)
MUST BE 55 OR OLDER Excludes Advertised Specials
10% DISCOUNT To All Churches
Hometown Owned • Hometown Operated • Hometown Proud
Meat Specials!
Deli Delights!
PRICES EFFECTIVE :
MONDAY, MARCH 5 THRU SUNDAY, MARCH 11, 2012.
Beef
T-Bone Steaks
7.98
Boneless,
Lb.
4.98 5.98 Boneless, Beef
Shoulder Roast
2-Liter, Assorted
Lb.
Coca Cola Products
6.98
Lb.
Beef Stew
Lb.
Lb.
59-Oz.
12-Oz.
2.98
2/$5
Simply Orange Kraft American Juice Cheese Singles
Pork Cubed Steak
Lb.
Lb.
1.78 2.18
27.8 To 33.9-Oz. Excludes Decaf
Folgers Canned Coffee
.98
Lb.
7.98
50-Count
.88
1-Lb. Pkg.
2/$3
Breyers Ice Cream
3.98
3.68
Nabisco Oreo Cookies
Frozen
Tilapia Fillets
2.98
IGA Saltine Crackers
2/$5
.98
10.5 To 10.75-Oz. Tomato Or
Lb.
8.5-Oz.
IGA Chicken Noodle Soup
1-Lb. Pkg.
Sweet Baby Peeled Carrots
.98
Farm Fresh
Yellow Squash Or Zucchini
Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
.98
Lb.
2/$1
N. C. Grown
Sweet Potatoes
.68
Lb.
Pint Pkg.
Ripe Grape Tomatoes
1.98
12-Reg. Rolls
8-Rolls
Angel Soft Bath Tissue
16-Oz. Assorted
Fresh Produce! 2/$1 Red Ripe Strawberries
48-Oz. Assorted
Palermo’s Frozen Pizza
Hy•Top Foam Plates
11.3 To 16.6-Oz. Asst.
Jumbo, Split
13.2 To 23.5-Oz. Assorted
Boneless
Pork Sirloin Chops
Chicken Breast
Boar’s Head Asst. Soups 2.98Lb.
Boar’s Head
Fresh Provolone Cheese
1.18
Boneless,
2.78 3.58 Boneless,
Oven Roast Chicken Breast
Ribeye Steaks
Lb.
Rice Pudding 2.48Lb.
Boar’s Head
We Reserve The Right To Limit Quantities And Correct Typographical Errors. No Sales To Dealers. We Welcome Vouchers And Federal Food Stamps.
Brawny Paper Towels
5.98
6.98
10-Oz. Assorted
Lays Potato Chips
Buy One, Get One
Free 24-Pack
IGA Water
3.48 Large Ripe,
Hass Avocados
.78
Zesty
Jumbo Red Or White Onions
.78
Lb.
5
page
Hump Day Happy Hour at
6 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper Monday, March 5, 2012
Stott’s Ford to sponsor Outhouse Race and Mustang Show at April Fool’s Festival Festival March WEdnEsday 30-31 folks downtown remind them EvEry • have 4-8andavailable pm just what we down in downtown, Tryon Drink specials here,” Clas said. “We’re interested by Samantha Hurst
in encouraging folks to come to D'oeuvres Tryon’sComplimentary April Fool’s Festival Hors Tryon, plus we thought it would Entertainment: Kenny Parker & Lady Red is right around the corner and that be a lot of fun.” means community members need The Outhouse Race, one of the Menu Dinner to be busy buildingFull outhouses for for highlights of–the event, is a wacky the annual Outhouse Races. event in which contestants pull or This year Stott’s Ford in Tryon push homemade outhouses uphill has stepped up as sponsor of the one block. The finish line of the races, which will be held after the event will be at the by clock tower on day’s other events. The festival North Trade Street. includes a parade around noon Outhouse race contestants must and other new events scheduled design and build an outhouse on this year. New Winter Hours wheels that is raced by a team Fred Clas with Stott’s Ford said without benefit of a motor. One - Wed.:with 2 p.m. - 12 midnight they wanted tomon. get involved member of the team sits inside the Thurs. & Fri.: p.m. - 2There a.m. are three categothe event because it seemed like a 2outhouse. sat.: 2 p.m. 12 midnight • sun.: Closedare grownfun way to support the community. ries for contestants: “We just wanted to attract more ups, kids under 12 and anything asheville Hwy, Top of Bird mountain • 864-457-2250
Karaoke Tue, Thurs, and Sat.
now
r the ning
Ventures, Inc.
Celt-039619
ounty Fire olph, Chief photo
Friday: KaraoKe KEnny parKEr
goes. Winners in each category receive cash prizes. Festival organizers want to see triple the number of outhouse races coming to Tryon from all over Western North Carolina. The deadline to enter the Outhouse Race is March 15. You can get entry forms by contacting event co-chair Kathleen Carson at artzycarson@gmail. com or 828-859-8316. This year Stott’s Ford will also play host to Mustang enthusiasts from all over the area. Stott’s has invited anyone with a Mustang they’d like to show off to festivalgoers. Trophies will be given to the top three coolest Mustangs and the top vote winner will be displayed in Stott’s Ford showroom. To register for the Mustang show, contact Fred Clas with Stott’s Ford at 828-859-6627 or 828-808-2097. You can also get registration forms by stopping by Stott’s Ford. Sponsored by the Tryon Down-
3x4 Small groups exploring world of birds and natural history Want your the news in fast?
d the Pine, esenrvice rked ears. uded ency ment part-
work s has ryon “He fire y, my
Polk later mbus king on. prise er of ard, rded arles ty of Mif the ed to oven
age
4)
11/23
Send it by email to news@tryondailybulletin.com. Electronic subCelt-039621 missions get processed faster than hard copy and handwritten items.
town Development Association, the April Fool’s Festival includes non-stop music, food, a parade and many foolish, quirky activities. The festival kicks off Friday evening, March 30 with a band jam at the Sunnydale community building. It continues Saturday with an entire day of fun including the such as the IGA TP (toilet paper) Trot race benefiting Thermal Belt Outreach Ministries and a Stroller Race in which contestants will push strollers containing large bags of dog food up the street. That race will benefit Foothills Humane Society. The Outhouse Races and later the Trashion Show will directly follow these events. The entire event concludes Saturday evening with a Masquerade Ball at Sunnydale. For more information about the April Fool’s Festival visit facebook.com/TryonFoolsFest or call 828-859-8316.
Hours Mon-Sat 9– 5:30 Sun: 12– 5
FeedYour yourBirds Birds this Winter Feed Your Birds This Fall Feed This Summer with the “Best Bird Seed in Town” Top Quality Feeders, Bird Houses and much more. 1997 Hendersonville Road Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: 828.687.9433
www.asheville.wbu.com Just 40 Minutes along I-26 towards Asheville from Tryon – Directions on our website WBLT-xxxxxx
Outhouse Race participant Dennis Nagle shows off the Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival’s outhouse last year before the race. TDDA members encourage community organizations, school groups, church groups and gangs of friends to build their own outhouses and participate in this wacky event. (photo by Samantha Hurst)
Monday, March 5, 2012 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
• Humane Society (continued from page 3)
also really nice at the adopt-a-thons when we see people come out who realize that the shelter has some really great animals,” she said. Bennet, who is also serving as FHS’ interim volunteer coordinator, said the best way for someone to get involved with the organization is to either contact the shelter by phone or pop in the door and fill in a volunteer form indicating the interests and skills they have to offer. She said the shelter could use people in a multitude of ways – help with landscaping, maintenance of the facility, laundry and, of course, socializing with the animals. Manning helps wash dishes and does an occasional load of laundry. “It was something I had done all my life – I figured I could just as easily do it for them,” Manning said. Brandon Reynolds also takes care of laundry and other odd chores every Thursday afternoon for three to four hours. She said over time she truly began to appreciate the methodical steps taken every day to give the animals companionship, food, shelter and veterinary care. From time to time, Reynolds also substitutes for other volunteers when they are sick or out of town. “I love socializing and playing with the cats and kittens, walking dogs, and playing with them in the outside play yard as I wait for a load of clothes to dry,” she said. “Yes, I do get attached and want to take certain ones home, but have learned to just give what I can and keep them happier while they wait for their new owner to come pick them out. Selfishly, I miss them
when they get adopted, but it is also rewarding to know they have a new home, and there are always new ones to care for!” Reynolds and her husband moved to the Saluda community 15 years ago. At the time the couple agreed not to get another dog, but Brandon longed for the companionship she said only a good dog can give. “I have been a pet lover/owner all my life, but have found being dogless a terrible, depressed condition I needed to change,” Reynolds said. “I went in search of a way to satisfy my need for canine companionship in a different way.” About a year ago she learned of FHS from friends active in the canine foster program. She quickly found camaraderie with the staff and figured there would be no better way to be around canines than at the shelter. There are opportunities to help outside the shelter as well. The “on-the-road” team that takes animals to pet stores and various events to help get animals adopted always needs assistance. Bennet said FHS also needs help from people willing to participate in special events that the humane society can connect with to get involved and put the shelter’s name out there. The shelter is always in particular need, administrators said, of volunteers who can come to the shelter to work with the animals, photograph animals once a week, help with office needs, work events and fill in for other volunteers as needed. To find out more about volunteering with FHS, visit www. foothillshumanesociety.org or call the shelter at 828-863-4444.
Pea Ridge community gathering March 8 The next Pea Ridge community gathering will be Thursday, March 8 at the community center. The speaker for the event will be Pea Ridge native Tawana Rickman Weicker. She will discuss and demonstrate her Be Kind Warhorse soap, shower gel and degreaser, derived from glycerin, a biodiesel product.
Area residents and interested persons are invited to attend and share time together over dessert and coffee. The center is located at 207 Big Level Road, 3½ miles east of Mill Spring, just off Highway 108. If you have questions, please call Daryl Hardin at 894-8376. – article submitted by Ann Carswell
page
7
page
8 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper Monday, March 5, 2012
Market Place 8
Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
Monday, March 5, 2012
Chamber holds ribbon cutting for J.A. Landscaping J.A. Landscaping has recently joined the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce. Owners Jesse Sackett and Andrea Hart bring 25 years of horticultural experience, with degrees from SUNY Delhi and Cornell University in turf grass management, ornamental hor ticulture and floriculture. Sackett and Hart said they also believe in integrated pest management to deal with pest problems, using the least-risk options. Pictured are Kim Karaman, board member and owner of Landrum Antiques & Furniture; Andrea Hart; Jesse Sackett (holding scissors); Christina Feagan, chamber event coordinator; Kim Clement, chamber secretary and owner of Tryon Mountain Hardware and Janet Sciacca, chamber director. For more information about J.A. Landscaping, call the chamber at 828-859-6236. (photo submitted by Janet Sciacca)
Want Your ad Here?
Call 828-859-9151 Reserve Your Space Today!
General surgery practice changes name, plans growth The general surgery practice known as Holleman Surgical has changed its name to St. Luke’s Surgical Associates, effective March 1. Jim Holleman, MD, senior partner of the 9-year-old practice, said the change will better reflect the additional surgical specialists the group is recruiting in order to provide a broader spectrum of surgical services to the community. Dr. Holleman currently shares office space with Dr. Augustus “Gus” Dozier, who joined the practice in January 2011. Dr. Holleman began practice in Polk County after completing a surgical residency at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte. He worked in Sparta, N.C. for several years before
relocating in 2002. “I chose this area and St. Luke’s Hospital because I prefer the one-on-one care we can give our patients in a smaller hospital. I also appreciate the surgery team and quality nursing care, and so do my patients,” Dr. Holleman said. Dr. Holleman is a boardcertified general surgeon, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. He recently completed a two-year integrative medicine fellowship through the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine and will incorporate integrative medicine, when appropriate, to provide the best overall care to each patient.
Dr. Dozier is from Atlanta, with additional certification in Ga., where he studied medi- advanced trauma, and is a felcine and remains on theSstaff low everY of the American College SportS ection tueSdaY ? of of Emory Midtown Hospital Surgeons. In addition he served (formerly Crawford Long). He as a commander in the U.S. Nacompleted his general surgery val Reserve for 10 years. residency at “It has been Georgia Baptist great to have “When we take the time Medical Center Dr. Dozier on (now Atlanta with each patient to b o a r d , ” D r. Medical Cen- explain and educate, Holleman said. ter) and is as“ We c o m p l e sistant clinical then we’ve empowered ment each other p r o f e s s o r o f them to participate in well. I think our portS Srecovery. ection” everY tpatients HurSdaY ? surgery atSthe like the their Medical Colfact that we’re -- Dr. Dozier lege of Georgia. approachable as While teaching physicians, and willing to spend surgical residents at Georgia time with them to provide a betBaptist, he was named Surgical ter explanation or understandAttending of the Year. ing of their health issues and Dr. Dozier is certified by the American Board of Surgery, (Continued on page 9)
Want Your ad Here -
Call 828-859-9151 Reserve Your Space Today!
Want Your ad Here -
Call 828-859-9151 Reserve Your Space Today!
Want Your ad Here - Market place everY MondaY? Call 828-859-9151 Reserve Your Space Today!
Monday, March 5, 2012 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
Dr. Dozier
• St. Luke’s (continued from page 8)
surgical procedures.” Dr. Dozier said, “When we take the time with each patient to explain and educate, then we’ve empowered them to participate in their recovery. The knowledge of what to expect before, during and after a pro-
Dr. Holleman
cedure takes away some of the anxiety that most patients feel when they’re facing surgery, which is often followed by a hospital stay. Whether a patient is facing emergency surgery or elective surgery, knowledge is power that eases fear.” Dr. Holleman and Dr. Dozier currently provide general and laparoscopic surgical services,
page
9
The staff at the newly renamed St. Luke’s Surgical Associates includes Sheila Bolt as office manager, Sharon Brackett as receptionist, Regina Pate as Dr. Holleman’s nurse and Stacey Brown as Dr. Dozier’s assistant and scheduler. (photo submitted by Kathy Woodham)
including comprehensive breast care, laparoscopic and conventional gastrointestinal surgery, endoscopy and colonoscopy, hernia repair and endocrine surgery. As chief of staff and a member of the St. Luke’s Hospital Board of Trustees, Dr. Holleman said he is acutely aware of a need for additional specialists.
“We are particularly interested in recruiting a full-time urologist to care for patients in Polk County and the Upstate of S.C. With our population, we believe that having a full-time specialist will ensure patients receive improved continuity of care.” (Continued on page 10)
page
10 Tryon Daily Bulletin  / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper Monday, March 5, 2012
Adawehi Clinic offers weight management class Adawehi offers a weight life.� management class designed for Weight loss is a complicated dieters who don’t really want issue, Booth said. The social to diet. environment, misinformation “Weight management at the in the media and your own Adawehi Clinic is different than self-image can contribute to a that of most programs. There skewed sense of what’s healthy. are no diets, “People supplements or hear others say MarketPlace set menus to that they lost follow,� said 8 pounds in a proprietor E. Rodney Booth, week, so they think that there’s DTR. “Instead, you’ll focus on something wrong with them for learning new behavioral skills not doing the same,� said Ruth and reshaping your attitude Frechman, RD, a spokesperson toward eating and exercise.� for the Academy of Nutrition “You’ll eat foods that fit your and Dietetics. lifestyle and budget,� Booth Booth graduated magna continued, “and you’ll find an cum laude from Kansas State exercise routine that you pagecan 15 University with a bachelor of continue for the rest of your science in dietetics. He is a
Bailey’s Tree Service Trimming, Topping, Removal
Insured & Experienced. Free Estimates. Call Owner Vance Bailey 828-817-3686 or 864-457-2229
BRENDA NAUMANN
Window Fashions and Design 828-859-9298 www.brendasinteriorfashions.com
1x1 M 2/28/11 NAUM
registered dietetics professional and member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “The long-term goal of our program,� said Booth, “is to empower you, giving you the ability to build healthy practices so you can continue to reach and maintain your healthy weight long after the program has ended. We want you to learn the skills that will mean you never have to go on another diet again — this requires a lifestyle adjustment and a lifetime commitment.� For more information, visit www.jackiewoods.org, or call 828-894-0124, ext. 5. - article submitted by Roulettei Gildersleeve
E. Rodney Booth
LaurelHurst to host session with financial advisor Gordon Threlfall LaurelHurst Independent Living will host a question-andanswer time on Tuesday, March 6, at 1 p.m. Gordon Threlfall, financial advisor with Wells Fargo, will answer questions that seniors may have regarding the economy and other financial issues. All seniors from the surround-
ing area are invited to attend this free question-and-answer session. LaurelHurst is located on Hwy. 108 in the Columbus area. The session will be held in the Independent Living dining room. For more information, call 828-894-3900. – article submitted by Heatherly McGarity
• St. Luke’s
assistant and scheduler. St. Luke’s Surgical Associates is affiliated with the St. Luke’s Physician Network (SLPN), a subsidiary of St. Luke’s Healthcare Inc. SLPN was created in 2008 to ensure local access to general and specialized medical services. The network now includes Dr. Jeff Viar and Janet Howell, PA, with Foothills Medical Associates, Dr. Brian Rosenberg and Bob Hemsath, PA, with Rosenberg Bone and Joint and St. Luke’s Surgical Associates, which includes Dr. Holleman and Dr. Dozier. - article submitted by Kathy Woodham
(continued from page 9)
The phone number for the newly renamed practice will remain the same. It’s expected that the group will relocate to the space currently used by Rosenberg Bone and Joint, which will move this summer to the hospital’s new medical office building at 89 Mills St., Columbus. The staff will also remain the same at St. Luke’s Surgical Associates, with Sheila Bolt as office manager, Sharon Brackett as receptionist, Regina Pate as Dr. Holleman’s nurse and Stacey Brown as Dr. Dozier’s
Monday, March 5, 2012 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
page
Buy, Sell, Trade, Work … With Your Neighbors! OF INTEREST MUSIC CLASSES Preschool Orff music – sing, dance, play, and improvise. Make music together. Drumming – Elementary and middle school classes Piano lessons. Call Linda 859-8351
CARE GIVERS
HOME IMPROVEMENT Increase The Value of Your Home! Brick, Block & Rock Underpinning. Veneers, Fireplaces & Foundation. Pictures & local references. 828-817-4726
Tommy's Home Improvement Roofs, renovations, siding, carpentry, decks, windows, screening. All Home Repairs. FREE estimates. Home: (828) 859 - 5608. Cell: (828) 817 - 0436.
Non-smoker Caregiver looking for a job; part-time in the Tryon, Landrum, Columbus area. Pet lover. I have worked for the Mary Sasser C.G. Agency and Yard work, odd jobs, Carol Cox agency. I can fencing, cleansing, gutter, gravel, mulch, stonework, do it all. 864-804-0413 carpentry, cutting grass, trees, cleaning, bush hog. References. 12 year expeREE ERVICE rience. (828) 429-7834
T
S
CONLON TREE CARE
Quality tree work at reasonable prices. Pruning, removals, chipping, seasoned firewood. Free estimates, references. INSURED, EXPERIENCED AND RELIABLE. Call Tom at 828-863-4011
ROOFING/ SIDING/GUTTERS L & R ROOFING/SIDING FREE ESTIMATES. Shingles & Metal Roofs All types of Siding 828-817-1278 828-817-3674 Leo Price/Robert Ives
HOME
IMPROVEMENT Experienced Local Professional Mason. Real cultured stone & brick and block work. New remodel repair, indoor outdoor project. Job photo on faceS.F.flynnmasonry book 828-817-2437
Need to find the right employee?
WE CAN HELP. Reach the county market for less using the classifieds. Need a quick quote? Call 828.859.9151.
HELP WANTED
CABINS FOR RENT
HOUSES FOR SALE
POSITION: Income Maintenance Caseworker II Adult and Special Assistance Medicaid. An Income Maintenance Caseworker I will be considered if there are no applicants who qualify for the II position.
Log Cabin - Beautiful Log Home, Furnished or Unfurnished, 3bd/2ba plus loft, interior all log w/ wood floors on 10 acres. Off Silver Creek Rd., Lake Adger area. For information call or text 908-635-1593. First & Last. $1200/mo.
STARTING SALARY: Income Maintenance Caseworker II Grade 17 $24,231, Income Maintenance Caseworker I Grade 15 $21,978
Raise your hand if you want your business to make LESS money next year.
2700 sq. ft. home on 1.40 AC. Located in Sunny View. 6 bdrm, 3 full baths, fireplace, front porch & back deck full length of house, paved parking. Creek & great mtn. views. Just remodeled inside & out. Some appliances. $179,900 Call 864-978-7983 and leave call back information.
CLOSING DATE: March 09, 2012
TO APPLY: Submit completed State Application PD-107 to Lou Parton, Director, Polk County Department of Social Services, 231 Wolverine Trail, Mill Spring, NC PECIALIZED 28756 ERVICES PD-107 applications can be picked up at DSS Brandburn Oil Company, and are located on the We Pump Out #1 and #2. I n t e r n e t at Heating Oil and Diesel Oil. http://www.osp.state.nc.u Call 864-608-1779. s/jobs.htm An Equal Opportunity Employer
S S
DRIVERS/ DELIVERY/OTR
Professional Truck Driver Training, Carriers Hiring Today! PTDI Certified Course, One Student per Truck, Potential Tuition Reimbursement. Approved WIA & TAA provider. Possible Earnings $34,000 first year. SAGE Technical Services & Isothermal, 828-2863636 ext 221 www.isothermal.edu/ truck
HELP WANTED Concierge: General Office/Phone Skills required. Applicants must apply in person, LaurelWoods, 1062 West Mills Street, Columbus. M-F, 9am-4 pm. No phone calls please. Hiring cleaners part time, varying schedule. Must be RELIABLE have own transportation, & work independently. Will train the right person. Interviewing now: 828-749-2233 Please leave message.
HELP WANTED - MEDICAL / DENTAL Full-time position for a Healthcare Representative in South Carolina for Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. The Healthcare Representative assesses and implements outreach efforts with our healthcare referral sources, and assists in community educational and public relations events. Minimum of a two year associate degree in Business, Marketing, Communication, or related field; or clinical healthcare degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred. A minimum of four years experience in sales, customer service, marketing and/or public relations or hospice healthcare delivery. EOE. Please apply online at www.hocf.org.
Do you have
available jobs? Call 828.859.9151 to let others know about job opportunities at your business.
We didn’t think you would. Do you need to successfully market on a tight budget? Classifieds has customizable programs available to fit any budget.
DON’T WAIT! Call TODAY 828.859.9151
Selling your home? Advertise here and sell it faster. Call Classifieds at 828.859.9151.
DB Let T d Ads sie ! Clas for you work
APARTMENTS
CARS
For Rent Near Lake Lure , Very private, 1100 sq ft heated, 360 sq ft covered porch, Efficiency Apartment, Private entrance, Utility and Direct TV included. No indoor smoking, no drugs & no drunks. Fully furnished $900.00, Empty $800.00 Call 864-978-7983.
1990 Buick Reatta Classic. New Tires and battery. 136,000 miles. Asking $3200. Call 828-894-8573
H
DON’T WAIT! Call TODAY 828.859.9151
TRUCKS COMMERCIAL
R
W
DON’T WAIT! Call TODAY 828.859.9151
C F
C
We didn’t think you would. Do you need to successfully market on a tight budget? Classifieds has customizable programs available to fit any budget.
1990 Mercedes 560 SEL. Excellent condition 172k. Must see. Best offer. Call: (864)457- 4933.
Studio Apartment for rent. For more information call 2 6x6 General Truck/ 864-457-5122 Tractor. 5 ton. Cummings OUSES FOR Diesel. Allison Automatic. ENT Raise your 1 with 115 original miles, & 1 with 13,000 original hand if you FOR LEASE LANDRUM: miles. Best offer. (828) 3BR/2BA, corner lot in want your 894 - 5544 quiet neighborhood near business to schools, park & down6x6 General Dump make LESS town. Central heat/air, carTruck . 5 ton. Cummings port, deck, all appliances. money next Diesel. 5spd with 2spd $850/mo plus deposit. transfer. 13,000 original year. 828-894-8492 miles. Best offer. (828) 894 - 5544 We didn’t think you would. Do you need Highest view in Tryon w/ to successfully market quick access. Spacious ANTED TO UY 2bd/2ba cottage on private on a tight budget? estate. Spectacular views Classifieds has WE BUY FIREARMS! from all sides. Currently customizable programs We buy hand guns and under renovation. Availavailable to fit any rifles, new and old, able April 2012. $1200 per budget. month. Call 843-514-5900 short and long.
HOUSE FOR RENT – on Melrose Avenue in Tryon, 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, OMMERCIAL large living and dining areas, basement, attic, one OR ENT car garage, totally refurABINS bished, new kitchen appliBeautiful professional ances, $1500 per month, office space for rent in NC MOUNTAINS. New 828-859-9741. Tryon / Columbus area. 1328sf Log Cabin on 3+ (Behind Chamber of acres $139,500. 3/4 loft, open floor plan, fireplace, TRYON. A beautiful 1 Commerce.) 450 square feet/ 3 offices. Call Mike lg deck and porch, pvt. bedroom with hardwood at: 828-817-3314 wooded setting w/stream. floors, lovely kitchen. Call Today 828-286-1666 $475 per month. Includes
Raise your hand if you want your business to make LESS money next year.
11
heat & hot water. Call 864-415-3548.
MOBILE HOME RENTALS
R
WANTED TO BUY - VEHICLES
B
Call 828-395-1396 or 828-393-0067
VEHICLES 1972 Corvette Stingray Street ROD 350/ 408HP. Very Clean. Minor mechanic work needed. Best offer. (828) 894-8523 2001 Ford Econoline Van. TV, VCR & DVD. 50,000 miles. $8000.00. Call 859-2202
For Sale, 2005 Ford Focus Stationwagon, 4 cylinder. Has less than 15,000 Want to buy junk vehi- miles. Silver/Grey in color. cles! No title, no problem. Asking price $7,500.00 Must have ID. Will pick up Call 894-5302. anywhere, 24/7. Never any towing fee. Price is ISCELLANEOUS $325 cash to max. $3325 cash, on the spot. Call (828)748-6739 or (864) Large SeQual Integra 356-6076. Oxygen Concentrator.
M
FOR RENT IN GREEN CREEK: 2 BR, 2 BA, nice mobile home on 1/2 acre lot. Garbage, grass mowing & water included. $500/m. No pets. Call WANT TO BUY: Junk Never used. Best reason828-899-4905 cars, trucks and vans. Call able offer. (864)457-4596 anytime for pick up. Do you have (828)223-0277
APARTMENTS
WE PAY CASH
available jobs?
Apartment 1 Bedroom Duplex $360 Per Month, $360 deposit, Appliances furnished. No pets! Call 828-625-9711
For junk & cheap running cars. Most cars $200 to $750. Towed from your location. No fee for towing. FAST SERVICE. (828) 289 - 4938.
Call 828.859.9151 to let others know about job opportunities at your business.
page
12 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper Monday, March 5, 2012
12
Sports
Monday, March 5, 2012
Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
Polk’s Lady Wolverines down Brevard 6-0 in shutout Hrobak pitches second perfect game in one week by Samantha Hurst
Polk County’s Lady Wolverines shut out Brevard 6-0 Thursday, March 1 with pitcher Jamie Hrobak throwing her second perfect game this week. “I’m really proud of our team,” Hrobak said. “Everyone played together and everyone knows their role and are proud of their role.” Coach Jeff Wilson said his girls have the perfect attitude when their feet hit the dirt. “A great movie quote once said, ‘Attitude reflects leadership,’ Jamie reflects that attitude and leadership,” Wilson said. Heading into the top of the sixth inning Polk County had Brevard bested 2-0 off of earlier hits from Katie Ruff and Alyssa Montgomery. In the bottom of the sixth Wilson was ready to see his team put more runs on the board. They Wolverines answered that call when
No. 4 Brittany Jones grabbed a hit and loaded the bases. Following Jones, No. 15 Chelsea Kelley took a walk that brought in No. 10 Shea Wheeler for the third score of the afternoon. No. 3 Katie Ruff who ran in for a score later in the inning and a hit toward the fences from Alyssa Montgomery sent Jones home to drive the score up 5-0. Rounding out the afternoon’s shutout was No. 27 who walked with bases again loaded, bringing in the final Wolverine for a 6-0 win. “All our girls played good team ball and unselfishly today,” Wilson said. “We played against a good team today and it took everything we had but these girls gave it.” Lead hitters were Shea Wheeler, who went 3-3; Katie Ruff, who went 2-3; and Alyssa Montgomery, who went 2-4 with an RBI. Hrobak ended the afternoon with 14 strikeouts in the perfect game. “Jamie’s a good player, and I know this may sound a bit cheesy, but she’s an even better person,” Wilson said. “She never stops
Jamie Hrobak throws one of many strong pitches that led her to a perfect game March 1. (photo by Samantha Hurst)
working.” Hrobak, a senior, signed a letter of intent in November to play softball for Brevard College. She said she hopes to go on to college to study education and one day return to Polk County High School to teach and coach the softball team. Hrobak was named the District 8 Pitcher of the Year as a junior,
posting an 18-6 record, with 225 strikeouts and an ERA of 1.32. The Lady Wolverines was set to face off against North Buncombe Friday, March 2, they go head-tohead with Brevard again today, Monday, March 5. Visit www.tryondailybulletin. com to view a photo gallery from last Thursday’s shutout.
Green Creek Hounds host Hunter Pace event March 18 Green Creek Hounds is noted for hunter paces with a twist. In the fall, they hold the famous Halloween Pace. Trails sport goblins, witches and other seasonal spooks. There is always a huge turnout and riders love it. Spring takes on a different personality. Horses and riders compete in a bonnet contest, Easter Eggs and bunny rabbits are scattered along the route. The private trails show hints of spring and take riders places they cannot ride any other time of the year. This year the spring pace is on March 18, rain date March 25. The trails chosen are special, the
jumps inviting for the hunters, sight filled byways for trail riders and the views are spectacular. Lunch will be served. The bonnet judging will take place near the registration table. Fun prizes will be awarded, so use your imagination. Come join the Green Creek Hound members for a day full of pleasure. Visit www.wchpace.org for flyer and directions. If you live in the area and you’d like to volunteer, contact Janet Cummings at jcummi11@aol.com 703-927-8462. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors. – article submitted by Deborah Bundy
Monday, March 5, 2012 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
Polk County spring sports schedules Men’s Tennis Schedule March 5
East Henderson
A
4 p.m.
March 6
West Henderson
A
4 p.m.
March 7
Chase
A
4 p.m.
March 12
East Rutherford
A
4 p.m.
March 13
North Henderson A
4 p.m.
March 15
Thomas Jefferson H
4 p.m.
March 20
Crest
H
4 p.m.
March 21
Chase
H
4 p.m.
March 22
Hendersonville
H
4 p.m.
March 26
Highland Tech
A
4 p.m.
March 27
Thomas Jefferson A
4 p.m.
March 29
Owen
A
4 p.m.
April 3
Mountain Heritage H
4 p.m.
April 4
Hendersonville
4 p.m.
April 5
Bruns (Cleveland Co.) A
4 p.m.
April 16
West Henderson
H
4 p.m.
April 17
Owen
H
4 p.m.
April 19
Mountain Heritage A
4 p.m.
A
Golf Schedule March 6
Etowah
HHS
3 p.m.
March 12
Landrum
PC
4 p.m.
March 13
TCC/N. Buncombe PC
4 p.m.
March 15
Hendersonville
HHS
1 p.m.
March 20
Reams Creek
N. Buncombe 3:30 p.m.
March 22
Reams Creek
Madison 1 p.m.
March 26
Links of Tryon
Landrum 4 p.m.
March 27
MeadowBrooke
PC
April 2
Cleghorn
Thomas Jefferson 2 p.m.
April 16
Black Mountain
Owen
April 19
Grassey Creek
Mitchell 2 p.m.
April 26
Mountain Mitchell Mitchell 2 p.m.
May 7
Foxden CC
1 p.m. 2 p.m.
Regional TBA
May 14 Loneleaf State TBA May 15 Loneleaf State TBA PCHS Outdoor Track Schedule March 9
Tony Waldrop
March 10
New Balance Nationals A
H
4 p.m.
March 16
Wolverine Co-ed Classic H 4 p.m.
March 22
WHKP Relays at NHHS A
4 p.m.
March 23
WHKP Relays at NHHS A
4 p.m.
March 31
Times-News Invitational H 9 a.m.
April 25
WHC Conference H
4 p.m.
May 5
2A West Regional H
4 p.m.
May 11
2A State Meet A
10 a.m.
4 p.m.
page
13
page
14 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper Monday, March 5, 2012
Bartol, Mahnke perform in organ concert March 8
Foothills Music Club member Carole Bartol (left) and Susan Mahnke, organist/choir director of Holy Cross Episcopal Church (right), are among the organists who will perform in the annual FMC organ concert on March 8 at Tryon Congregational Church at 3 p.m. The public is invited. (photo of Mahnke by Eleanor Roemer; photo of Bartol submitted by Ellen Harvey Zipf)
Tryon Elementary A honor roll The following students at Tryon Elementary School were on the A honor roll for the third six weeks of the 2011-12 school year. Third grade Ian Anderson, Itzel Avellaneda-Cruz, Zac Blowe, Ethan Byars, Omar Carson, Rollins Carter, Abel Casas, Marilyn Castillo-Ibarra, Christian ChavezGonzalez, Calista Cline, Jackson Edwards, Jessie Emory, Georgia Foster, Graham Frazier, Madison Geddings, Cameron Greve, Julia Griffin, Kristen Hall, Scout Harmon, Katie Hoosier, Caleb Horton, Althea Iamurri, Alton Kelley III, Makayla Ledford, Gaige Lewis, Austin Lindsey, Brandon Lloyd, Alex Mize, Hunter Moore, Sara Muse, Justin Pierce, Emily Prince, Virginia Rostick, Michael Simoncic, Madison Smith, Sierra Smith, Noah Staffelbach, Luke Stewart, Jake Stone, Delaney Tipton, Sherilyn Troyer, Quinton Webber, Hallie Wilkerson and Shy’Quan Wingo.
Fourth grade Dylan Ballentine, Grace Basye, Kaya Bishop, Nick Capozzi, Carolina CastilloIbarra, Jackson Geddings III, Jacob Grigg, Emma Hay, Erin Heston, Meleah Jennings, Grayson Jones, Gracie Lance, Ava Marino, Parker McCool, Smith Metcalf, Sydney Metcalf, Alea Morgan, Tyler Muse, Nicola Rountree-Williams, Hope Patterson, Angela Price, Mireya Roman, Daniela Santibanez, Haley Snyder, Raines Strader, Jackson Tipton, Sydney Waldman and Grant Wooten. Fifth grade Reese Alley, Tatianna Carey, Mervin Graber, Keenan Harmon, David Horton, Izzy Jackson, Sam Korzelius, Bailey Lowman, Taylor Newton, Amber Raulerson, Julianna Robbins, Aislin Salerno, Patricia Santibanez, Jillian Snyder, Morgan Stott, Shelby Thomas, Nicholas Wilson and Kinslee Wright. - article submitted
Read the Bulletin for the latest local news and sports
Monday, March 5, 2012 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper
Obituaries
Betty Marie Stuart Betty Marie Stuart, 89, of Columbus died Tuesday, Feb. 28 at St. Luke’s Hospital. She was born on Nov. 11, 1922 in Houghton, Mich., the daughter of Earl and Anna Maria (Marie Fitzpatrick) Witz. She married Hugh D. Stuart on June 14, 1952 in Detroit. He preceded her in death in 1997. Betty graduated from Mt. Clemens General Hospital School of Nursing in 1962 and worked many years in the nursing profession, most recently at the former Monroe Convalescent Center in Monroe, Mich. The Stuarts retired to Columbus in 1985. Betty is survived by her
daughter, Lynne (Ronald) Zabawa of Temperance, Mich., and grandchildren, Amber (Ryan) Zuber of Antwerp, Ohio and Erin (Nick) Hearl of Samaria, Mich. She is also survived by her stepson, David (Susie) Stuart of Blue Jay, Calif., and great grandchildren, Raelynne and Kora Zuber and Clara and Oliver Hearl. In addition to her husband, Betty was preceded in death by her sisters, Catherine (Jean) McLenahan of Hawaii and Grace Castor of Arizona. An avid bird watcher, Betty will be remembered for her sense of humor and pride in her independence – traits that remained until her death. McFarland Funeral Chapel is in charge of local arrangements. An online guest register is available at www.mcfarlandfuneralchapel.com. A memorial service will be planned for a later date at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Ida, Mich., where memorials may be made.
Polk Library holds ‘Planning for College’ seminar March 6 On Tuesday, March 6, the Polk County Public Library will host a “Planning for College Seminar.” Featured presenter will be Skip Watts of College Foundation Inc. CFNC’s goal is to help students and families plan, apply and pay for college. This financial aid and college planning workshop will include information about financial aid basics and the college cost of attendance. FAFSA will be discussed at length, as well as North Carolina and Federal Financial Aid programs. Watts will also discuss tax credits and choosing a career path. The program is open to all Polk County residents and surrounding counties. Light refreshments will be served. For more information about the Polk County Public Library’s programs and resources, visit our library or our website at www.polklibrary.org, For more information, contact Tracey Daniels at tdaniels@polkli-
brary.org. For additional information visit www.CFNC.org. – article submitted by Tracey Daniels
page
Obituaries
Roland V. ‘Bud’ Phillips Roland V. Phillips (Bud), 92, of Columbus, born Dec. 10, 1919, died in Sarasota, Fla. on Jan. 23, 2012. He was cared for by his three girls, Anne Phillips, Jean Phillips and Mary Avola. He was the husband of the late Dorothy Phillips. They were married in 1945 in Pensacola, Fla. while on active duty. He grew up in Baldwin, Long Island, N.Y. and as a boy loved aeronautics. Graduating from Baldwin High School in 1937, he received a B.S. in aero engineering from Tri-State College, Angola, Indiana, 1941. Bud worked his entire career at Grumman, which he joined in 1942. He worked on FGF before enlisting in the Navy. He was released to inactive duty in July 1946 and returned to Grumman to complete a total of 38 years in structural design of the F9F, F11F, AGA, LM and space shuttle wing. He transferred to field service and spent three years in Iran on the F-14 and one year in Israel on the hydrofoil gun boat. Bud worked on the A-4 Malaysian Program in Singapore as design engineer on the S2-T turboprop, spent time in Taiwan
A steady partner in an uncertain world…. Low-stress money management for cautious investors.
15
working repairs on an S2 aircraft. Bud and Dorothy loved their travels and the work. Dorothy wrote many letters to their friends and family, telling great travel stories. During Bud’s career, he was assigned to the space project in January 1963 shortly after Grumman was awarded the contract. His position on the Apollo program was lead engineer, vehicle design, LunarExcurision Module (LM), LM ascent stage. He supervised the design of the LM ascent stage, the construction of LM mock-ups and test vehicles. He was a driver for the Columbus “Meals on Wheels” program and volunteered in the food pantry, packing backpacks for the children. He and Dorothy were members of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. Bud was a very active individual even into his 90s. He loved the water and sailing, loved to produce some sort of a product and lived life to its fullest. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his five children, Mary Avola, Jean Phillips, Anne Phillips, Tom Phillips and Richard Phillips; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. We would like to thank the staff at the Hospice of the Carolina Foothills for the help they gave to our family.
22 Depot St., Tryon ● 828-859-7001 www.low-stress-investing.com
was son of the late Jessie Monroe Born in Polk County, he was died June 13, 2011 in Atlanta, Ga. Memorial service noon, July and Cora Collins Horne and hus- the son of the late Callaway Burband of Mildred Holbert Horne. gin and Florence Jackson Gibbs. 30 at Columbia Senior Residencpage 16 Tryon Daily Bulletin / The World s S mallest Daily N125 ewspaper M onday, March 5, 2012 MLK Village, Logan St. He was a member of Mill He was a veteran of WWII, hav- es ’at SE, Atlanta, Ga. 30312. Contact Creek Church of the ing served in the U.S. Brethren and Mill Army, a member of sister: 678-862-3800. Survivors are three sons, AlS p r i n g Ve t e r a n s the VFW Post 10349 len (Rudy) Waymon of Syracuse, Lodge. He served in and the Woodmen of the U.S. Army as Medic during the World. Mr. Gibbs was the N.Y., Kenneth Simmons of HousWWII. husband of Omie Lee Laughter ton, Texas, and Lovell Simmons (Andrea) of Lawrenceville, Ga.; In addition to his wife, he is Gibbs, who died in 1986. survived by a son, Bill Horne Survivors include one daugh- one sister, Frances Fox of RiverDominguez of Green Creek; four daughters, ter, Patsy Gibbs Toney (Dean) dale, Ga.; three brothers, John IrJuanita Odel of Sunny View, of Rutherfordton, N.C.; son, vin Waymon of Antelope, Calif., Tree Service LLC Marilyn Horne and Regina Pate, Harold Gibbs of Rutherfordton, Carrol Waymon of San Diego, 828 460 7039 both of Green Creek. and Laura N.C.; one sister, Alvah Gibbs Calif., and Samuel Waymon of Free Estimates • Insured Nyack, N.Y.; a host of grandchilSaenger of Hickory, N.C.; four of Columbus; and a brother , No Job Too Small • Bucket Truck Avail sisters, Geneva Harrell of Bak- Herbert Gibbs of Mill Spring. dren, great-grandchildren, other ersville, N.C., Imogene Burns Also surviving are five grandchil- relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by of Inman, S.C., Janice Fagan of dren, Randy Toney (Kimberly), Green Creek and Linda Horne Marc Toney (LeeAnn), Lora both parents, Mary Kate and John of McAdenville, N.C.; 10 grand- Brock (Jeff), Jeffrey Gibbs (Col- D. Waymon; son, Van Waymon; children, Kim Odel, Kelly Brad- leen) and Elizabeth Gibbs and sisters, Lucile Waddell and Nina ley, Lee Bradley, Brandon Horne, six great-grandchildren, Mason Simone (Eunice) and brother, Ashley Horne, Rebecca Horne, Toney, Kevin Gibbs, Anthony Harold Waymon Sr. Joseph Pate, Jacob Pate, Miles Brock, Bryan Gibbs, Nick Gibbs Saenger and Will Saenger; and and Zane Gibbs. five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Must 7/19/11 The family will receive Sunday, July 16, in the McFarfriends from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 land Funeral Chapel, Tryon. p.m. Friday, July 15 at Mill Creek Burial was in Polk MemoChurch of the Brethren Fellow- rial Gardens, Columbus, with ship Funeral will graders PolkHall. County Middleservices School eighth Allsbrook, Sacshe and Daniel Painter talk to John militaryJeremy rites by the PolkWill County Vining at about his job extension director. Brandy Smith from the Virtual Early College and Vining follow 2 p.m. in as thecounty church Memorial Burial Squad. shared a variety of career and the colleges that best prepare you for those careers. (photo sanctuary, conducted by possibilities Rev. Memorials may be made to submitted Langlee Steven Abe.by Burial willGarrett) be in the Hospice of Rutherford County, church cemetery. P. O. Box 336, Forest City, N.C. Memorials may be made in 28043 or Hospice of the Carolina memory of Brandon Horne to Foothills, 130 Forest Glen Dr, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Columbus, N.C. 28722. Society, 4530 Park Rd, #240, The Journal of Alternative and ing to this program,” said Kirby. family will be at the home Information session Complementary Charlotte, N.C. 28209. Medicine of his daughter, Patsy identiGibbs “Massage is currently one of the March 7 may be left at fies Condolences massage therapyRd., as the most fastest growing professions. It Toney, 400 Radar Rutherwww.pettyfuneralhome.com. Isothermal Community Col- common complementary profesoffers a great career opportunity fordton, N.C. Crema- sionAn legePetty willFuneral offer a Home& new therapeutic used in hospitals in the United online guest register may to anyone interested in helping tory, Landrum. massage certificate program start- States. Last year, Bloomsberg people relieve pain and stress.” be signed at www.mcfarlandfuing in April. Businessweek named “massage An information session will be neralchapel.com. The six-month program will therapist” as oneFuneral of 10 top career held Wednesday, March 7, from 11 McFarland Chapel, combine class time with hands-on choices. Tryon. And according to the a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Polk Center practice of massage techniques. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, for prospective students and anyCoursework will include anatomy therapeutic massage is expected to one interested in learning more 7/18/11 and physiology, kinesiology, nutri- Must grow faster than average through about ICC’s Therapeutic Massage tion, business practices, ethics and 2018 with growth projections program. The presentation will Must 7/14/11 specific massage modalities. Upon around 19 percent. provide an overview of the curcompletion graduates of the proMelinda Kirby, lead instruc- riculum, admission requirements gram may apply for the MBLex tor, brings more than 16 years of and massage therapy as a career Obits - page 66 Time will be reserved exam to practice therapeutic mas- experience working with numerchoice. sage in the state of North Carolina. ous integrative healthcare teams following the presentation for Massage therapy is both a to ICC’s program. Her roles have a question-and-answer session healing art and a science, offering included that of therapist, practi- and to meet and speak with the a wide variety of career options. tioner, educator, business owner instructors. A licensed massage therapist may and lecturer. Kirby has trained exFor more details or to reserve be self-employed or may work tensively worldwide and presented your space, please call 828-894in doctors’ offices, hospitals, re- to such associations as the World 3092 or visit www.isothermal. habilitation clinics, spas, fitness Health Organization. edu/polk. centers, sports organizations and “I’m very excited to bring my – article submitted more. experience and my love of teachby Kate Barkschat
Vining speaks with students at career day
Cover up…
this ad with a mailing label. Subscribe to the Tryon Daily Bulletin.
ICC Polk adds therapeutic massage program