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The first sergeant, far right, checks out the line of N.C. Highway Patrol Troopers who joined Heather Mitchell during halftime at the Mountain HeritageMadison football game in Burnsville Friday night. Mitchell’s husband, Trooper Matt Mitchell, was injured in the line of duty Sept. 11 during a traffic stop, and the Troopers at the game were showing their support as funds raised to assist the Mitchell;s were given to Heather.
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By Jonathan Austin Yancey County News Snow and high winds made for a bundledup Halloween, but the worst obvious effect from the early winter storm was that political signs were blown helter skelter. Some areas of Yancey saw more than six inches of snow as the unusual storm blew in, while others saw only an inch or so that had melted by Tuesday. Some power outages were reported, but the county seemed less effected than predicted. Halloween festivities went on as planned in downtown Burnsville, while area churches held trunk or treat events.
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By Rob Schofield editorial and hold the anti-FEMA viewpoint reasons – some legitimate, most of them twisted NC Policy Watch up to the derision it so richly deserves. Here and unfounded – a lot of people in our country In the aftermath of this week’s disastrous is at least one basic function of government, have fallen for the absurd bill of goods that hurricane/“superstorm,” the New York Times it would seem, on which the overwhelming government is the enemy of wealth, health and published an utterly reasonable editorial entitled: majority of Americans can agree: We need a freedom. Rather than seeing the flaws, excesses “A big storm requires big government.” In it, robust and well-funded network of emergency and corruption of some public institutions for the authors rightfully lambasted a prominent responders and public systems to protect and what they are (i.e. inevitable, but predictable political candidate who has been arguing that serve the citizenry when natural disasters strike. human problems that must be constantly battled the Federal Emergency Management Agency and curbed) these troubled souls want to throw should be dismantled and farmed out to state Far from the only needs the baby out with the bathwater and literally governments and/or the private sector. But, of course, destructive storms are far do away with the public institutions that have As the article notes: from the only events that lend themselves made so much of our freedom and prosperity “It’s an absurd notion, but it’s fully in to large, well-funded and intentional public possible. They want, as one troubled right-wing line with decades of Republican resistance problem solving. As even a moment’s reflection hero, put it so execrably, to shrink government to federal emergency planning. down to the size where we can FEMA, created by President “drown it in the bathtub.” Jimmy Carter, was elevated to And so, rather than contemplating cabinet rank in the Bill Clinton great and monumental human administration, but was then achievements of the kind the demoted by President George Americans once took as their W. Bush, who neglected it, birthright – be it solving our subsumed it into the Department planetary environmental crises, of Homeland Security, and placed ending armed conflict, expanding it in the control of political hacks. human rights for all people or The disaster of Hurricane Katrina exploring the stars – here we are in was just waiting to happen. 2012, debating whether everyone The agency was put back in the world’s richest country in working order by President should have access to decent and Obama, but ideology still blinds affordable health care or a chance Republicans to its value. Many to go to college, or, for heaven’s don’t like the idea of free aid for sake, the right to expect their poor people, or they think people The FDR Drive flooded next to Manhattan neighborhood East Village. national government to respond to should pay for their bad decisions, natural disasters. which this week includes living on the East reminds us, there are hundreds of societal Coast. problems that cry out for organized, publiclyA teachable moment? Over the last two years, Congressional planned and publicly executed solutions. This In the aftermath of this week’s storm, Republicans have forced a 43 percent reduction is why human society came together to form thousands of dedicated public servants are in the primary FEMA grants that pay for government in the first place! fanning out across the eastern seaboard to disaster preparedness. Representatives Paul Think about it: From the national army that aid in the process of returning our society to Ryan, Eric Cantor and other House Republicans helped the United States win its independence some sense of normalcy. Perhaps as the light have repeatedly tried to refuse FEMA’s budget to the vast public works that helped make bulbs come on in millions of homes, they’ll be requests when disasters are more expensive possible the population of the continent to the accompanied by a light bulb of awareness and than predicted, or have demanded that other once general national illiteracy conquered by recognition for some segment of the people valuable programs be cut to pay for them.” the availability of free public education to the served. 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Obituaries Joan Roberts Lee
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Joan Roberts Lee, 79, of Azalea Lane in Spruce Pine, died Tuesday, October 30, 2012, at her home. Born on Jan. 14, 1933, in Scranton, Penn.; she was the daughter of the late Earl Franklin and Rachel Phillips Roberts. Joan enjoyed working in her flowers and grew beautiful orchids. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Spruce Pine. She is survived by her husband; Bobby V. Lee of Spruce Pine; her daughter; Janet Sue Ronshausen and husband, Rodney of Bakersville; her granddaughters; Amy Aldridge of Bakersville and Shelia Guimonds of Bakersville; her great granddaughter; Jayden Ray Guimonds of Bakerville; and her brothers, Donald Roberts of New Port Richie, Fla., and Robbie Roberts of Minneapolis, Minn.. The funeral services for Joan Lee will be conducted on Saturday, November 3, at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Spruce Pine with the Rev. Matthew Costner officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday 1-2 p.m. at the church. Interment will be at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park in Clearwater, Fla.
Reece Whitson, 79, of Bald Mountain, passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2012, at Brookside Rehabilitation and Care Center. A native of Yancey County, he was a son of the late Charlie and Lucille Pate Whitson and the husband of Iva Ledford Whitson. He was also preceded in death by a son, Roy Jack Fox; a sister, Eloise Whitson and a brother, Hugh Whitson. Reece drove a school bus for several years, loved farming and his family, was a jack of all trades. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Iva Ledford Whitson; daughter, Gail Whitson of Bald Mountain; son, Mack Whitson and wife, Rebecca, of Bald Mountain and two grandchildren: Amanda and Eric Whitson. Funeral was Thursday in the Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. The Rev. Perry Norton and Rev. Jerry Shelton officiated. Burial followed in the Whitson Family Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses.
Brenda Jean Carpenter Brenda Burleson Carpenter, 48, of Wilson Road, Bakersville, died Saturday, October 27, 2012, at her home. Born on August 14, 1964, in McDowell County, she was the daughter of the late Ronald and Jeanette English Burleson. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Burleson and a son, Ronnie Beam. She is survived by her husband; Jimmy ‘Buck’ Carpenter of Bakersville; her daughters; Julie Beam and finance, Joseph Erwin, of Spruce Pine, and Roberta Beam of Brevard; her brothers, Ray Burleson of Marion, Bill Burleson of Minneapolis, and Bob Burleson of Banner Elk; a sister; Jackie Cunningham of Gray, Tenn.; grandchildren Jayden, Cherry, Jaysin, JayceeMae, Jayla, Patrick, William, Carlos, and Bella; her uncle; Larry Burleson of Bakesville; special friends Joanie Carpenter and Teresa Hughes; and special nephew Paul Marcus. Graveside service and interment was Wednesday at the Snow Hill Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Greg Hollifield officiating.
Doris Bodford Boone Doris Bodford Boone, 78, of Burnsville, passed away Wednesday, October 24, 2012, at Brookside Rehab & Care. A native of Yancey County, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Mae Rathbone Bodford. She was the wife of Bobby Boone who died in 1969. She was also preceded in death by a sister: Lela Price; and grandchildren: Mark and Jonathan Henline. Surviving are a daughter, Amy Carroll and husband, Alan; a son, Greg Boone of Burnsville; grandchildren Josh Henline and wife, Jamie, Bobby Boone and Sam Morrow, Jessica Wilson, Tina Wilson, Jessica McKinney and husband, Josh, and Autum Carroll; great-grandchildren Laiken McKinney, Peyton McKinney, Kane Boone, Mackenzie, Brooklyn, Avery and Riley, Alex and Faith Henline, Joseph McComas and Corbin Baynard. Funeral was Saturday in the Chapel of Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home. The Rev. Roger Thompson and Phillip Hughes officiated. Burial was in the Hyatt Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care Center of Mitchell County, 236 Hospital Drive, Spruce Pine, NC 28777.
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Ethel Bennett Barnett, 85, of Burnsville, died Saturday, October, 27, 2012 at Blue Ridge Regional Hospital. A native of Mitchell County, she was a daughter of the late Roscoe and Mae Byrd Bennett. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Edd Bennett. Ethel was a faithful “prayer warrior” and known as a great cook. Surviving are her husband of 62 years, Grady Barnett; and a daughter, Juanita Laws and husband, Bruce, of Burnsville. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral was Wednesday in the Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. The Rev. Roy Whitson officiated.
Franklin Wade Griffith 90, of the Tipton Hill Community, passed away October 29, 2012, at his home. He was the son of the late David and Phoebe Griffith. Frank served in the Civilian Public Service from 1944-1945. He taught school in the Glen Ayre community. He was a member of Lower Brummetts Creek Church of the Brethren where he was a Sunday school teacher and served as a deacon for over 50 years. He was a long time member of the Mitchell County Gideons. He served on the Mitchell County Soil & Water Conservation Commission and Board of Education. He was owner of Griffith’s General Merchandise in the
Tipton Hill Community for 65 years. Survivors include: his wife of 64 years, Faye Ellis Griffith, of the home; son, Jerry Griffith and wife Kim of Green Mountain; daughter, Martha Simpson and husband, David, of Morganton; two sisters June Gouge and Madeline Bennett both of Green Mountain; granddaughter Amanda Ledford and husband, Aaron; and grandson, David Griffith, all of Green Mountain. He was preceded in death by two sisters: May Griffith and Blanche Tipton. Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 1, at 7 p.m. in the chapel at Henline Hughes Funeral Home with the Rev. Phil Graeber and the Rev. Dr. Randy Clark officiating. Burial services will be at Tipton Hill Cemetery on Friday at 11 a.m. Memorials may be made to Gideon’s International, Mitchell County Camp, P.O. Box 611, Spruce Pine, NC 28777 and Hospice of Mitchell County, 236 Hospital Drive, Spruce Pine, NC 28777. Henline Hughes Funeral Home is assisting the Griffith Family.
Edwin Hubbard Edwin Hubbard, 91, of Ridge Top Lane, the Victor Fields, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2012 at his home. A native of Yancey County, he was a son of the late Charles R. and Grace Kirkpatrick Hubbard and the husband of Doris Winchell Hubbard, who died in 2005. He was a World War II Army Air Corps veteran. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Holcombe Brothers Funeral Home.
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The Living Faith Chapter of the International Order of St. Luke the Physician will be host a gathering at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 100 Robertson St., Burnsville, on Thursday, Nov. 15, from 7:15-8:30 p.m., sharing the first part of Rev. Russ Parker’s “Lighting the Fire-Come Holy Spirit.” The general public is invited to attend. For more information see the Order of ST. Luke website: http://www.oslregion3.org/.
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Chinese horticulture delegation visits Carolina Native Nursery
Playing host to a visiting Chinese trade delegation last week could lead to exports for some Western North Carolina nurseries, including a Yancey county firm. The Chinese horticulture delegation made a stop in Yancey County as part of a mission to North Carolina and West Virginia. The six-person Chinese team included landscape architects and horticulture buyers from Beijing and a reporter for China Flower and Garden News. The visitors stopped by Carolina Native Nursery on Prices Creek Road, returning the favor from when owner Bill Jones traveled to China earlier this year to explore export options for Yancey native plants. In an interview with the Yancey County News after his return, Jones said there is a wide open market in China for stable shrubs and perennials. He said China has grown so rapidly that developers must look outside the country to find variety in landscaping. Peter Thornton, t h e d e p a r t m e n t ’s assistant director for international marketing, said the Chinese team indicated it would make purchases totaling about $200,000 from N.C. nurseries in the next six months. “They are looking to diversify out of the west coast and need an east coast supplier,” Thornton said. “These are major landscape architects. They did the Olympic Village, source trees for the city of Beijing, and cover Tiananmen Square in flowers on national day. They are big buyers.” Thornton said Carolina Native Nursery is well positioned to sell to China. “Someone like Bill Jones gets it. If we can facilitate one or two relationships
Grower Bill Jones, right, answers questions from Chinese horticulturists who visited his Yancey farm last week.
between him and quality Chinese buyers, the North Carolina green industry has the opportunity to find an additional market to help weather future downturns in the domestic market.” The visits, which took place Oct. 24- A visitor takes a photo of Jones’ native plants. 27, were sponsored delegation looked now, like what they b y t h e S o u t h e r n at this trip as an see, they will come U n i t e d S t a t e s important step toward back,” Thornton said. Trade Association. diversifying their U.S. “Future orders will I n t e r n a t i o n a l purchases.” only get bigger as marketing staff with The team visited time goes on, because the N.C. Department C a r o l i n a N a t i v e these guys don’t work of Agriculture and Nursery in Burnsville, on small amounts.” Consumer Services Benfield Nursery in helped coordinate the Marion, Biltmore North Carolina stops. Estate and Gardens “ T h i s i s t h e in Asheville, Hawks second visit to the R i d g e N u r s e r y region by a Chinese i n H i c k o r y a n d horticulture team in Fitzgerald Nursery in just over a year, which Morganton. is encouraging for “Our hope is to our nursery industry,” grease the wheels. s a i d A g r i c u l t u r e If we can get them C o m m i s s i o n e r to buy a little right Steve Troxler. “The
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‘True the Vote’ group challenged Yancey election rolls
A national organization filed a complaint with the Yancey County Board of Elections earlier this year, arguing that the county was not complying with federal law regarding the accurate maintenance of voter poll lists. True the Vote, a Texas-based and privately funded voter verification group, wrote a letter to the Yancey County Board of Elections suggesting that Yancey County was in violation of the federal National Voter Registration Act. In the July 31 letter, True the Vote President Catherine Engelbrecht wrote that
“research showed that Yancey County Board of Elections “failed to maintain voter registration lists free from dead voters, ineligible voters, and voters who have moved away.” “Simply, your county has more voters than it has eligible live voters,” Engelbrecht wrote. In a response for Yancey County, Don Wright, the legal counsel for the North Carolina Board of Elections, said the county is in compliance with federal voting laws, pointing out that the Yancey Board of Elections had purged
1,842 people from the rolls in 2010-11. The rolls were further scrubbed after the Yancey County News reported earlier this year that the number of registered voters did seem to not agree with the number of voting age residents identified in the 2010 Census. The state ordered an emergency ‘roll maintenance’ mailing to confirm each and every voter registration on file in the wake of the newspaper story. At the time, elections officials said that 10 percent of the people registered to vote in Yancey County
might be either deceased or no longer live here. Also, Board of Elections Director Mary Beth Tipton and Board Chairman Charles McCurry said in March that they had found hundreds of registration verification cards that had been sent out in past years that had not been processed. Election officials say they feel the rolls are accurate, though the Board of Elections did issue a warning about vote fraud last month after hearing unconfirmed reports of vote buying.
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Driver charged in accident that hurt Trooper Mitchell Charges have been filed in connection with the traffic accident that injured Yancey native Trooper Matt Mitchell. The Highway Patrol office in Asheville confirmed that Loretta Rice Marcum, 48, of Mars Hill, has been charged with reckless driving in connection with the Sept. accident in which Mitchell was struck by Marcum’s car on U.S. 19.
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Mitchell, who lives in Madison County, was severely injured in the accident. He was hit as he stood outside the driver’s door of a car that he had stopped. Mitchell underwent brain surgery the night of the Sept. 11 accident and has since been admitted at an Atlanta rehabilitation center that specializes in treatment of brain injuries.
The Madison Patriots took away a 35-7 victory last Friday night over the Mountain Heritage Cougars, but few expected that the two rivals would turn around and play again this Friday.
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has impacted the ability to practice this week, and the temperature is expected to be in the 40s at the 7:30 p.m. kickoff time, with some winds. Temperatures should stay above 40 for the game.
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I’m dreaming of a white ... Halloween?
It’s not unusual for there to be frost on the pumpkin, but for several inches of snow to be on the ground at Halloween is quite unusual. Here are images of the snow in the county and some of the beautiful pumpkins displayed this year on the bridge railing in front of the Celo Inn.
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10 NOV. 1, 2012
• YANCEY COUNTY NEWS
In the company of other equally spineless men
By John Rosemond
Q: What is the role of a stepparent in parenting teenage stepchildren? My 19-yearold stepson moved in with us several months ago and is disrupting our marriage. He does what he wants, when he wants, and there are no consequences. How does one deal with a child that age when he refuses to follow the rules of the house? A, Contrary to the advice given by most mental health professionals, even Dr. Phil, the proper role of a stepparent is to be a responsible parent, with all the privileges and authority pertaining thereto. The operative word is the noun, “parent,” not the prefix, “step.” The same applies to the word “stepfamily.” I was raised by a stepfather who acted as though when I was in his home, he was my father, a person with full authority over me. He was not a step, someone to be walked on. I benefitted from that even though I did not like it at times. My mother, to her inestimable credit, never interfered in his discipline of me. I benefitted from that even though there were times when I didn’t like it. When it came to my stepfather, my mother did not enable disrespect or disobedience. He certainly benefitted from
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Introduction to iPads (3 Hours) Opening your iPad for the first time was great and now you want to know more about this device. Learn more about applications and resources to get the most out of your iPad. Know how to use basic features such as Safari, Calendar, Search & more. Also learn how to use the iTunes App store to download purchased and free applications. Class will begin on November 6 at 5:30 PM at Mayland Community College’s Yancey Campus. For more information visit www.mayland.edu and click on the Continuing Education link or call 682-7315. Holiday Sweet Seduction (6 Hours) NEW! ‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, everything was beautiful and ready thanks to one little mouse… YOU! Learn how to make perfect holiday chocolates and treats, create magnificent tablescapes, and plan parties. Astonish your friends and family with your inspired presentations. Bring your imagination, willingness to explore and a little bit of patience. Tasting and sharing in this class is mandatory! Class will begin on November 6 at 6 PM at Mayland Community College’s Yancey Campus. For more information visit www.mayland.edu and click on the Continuing Education link or call 682-7315. Overcoming Cravings & Addictions (2.5 Hours) NEW! What does your body want and why? From a perspective of holistic nutrition and wellbeing, we’ll address the underlying causes of cravings and the physiology of addiction. We’ll introduce strategies for self-care, including
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know that he does not have permission to treat his wife with anything but the utmost respect. Is your husband willing to do that? Is he willing to put his foot down and tell his son that it’s either his way or the highway? If he’s not, then I am not going to pull any punches here: he’s lost his spine. But if so, he is in the company of many equally spineless men who value their relationships with the children of their first marriages over their relationships with their current spouses. And by the way, this indictment is not limited to male parents. There are plenty of mothers out there who will not let their step-husbands discipline children that are not “their own.” The question becomes: Who are these people married to anyway? In my estimation, a 19-year-old who disrespects a stepparent and will not follow the rules of the house should find his own house…tomorrow, if not sooner. While he is away, change the locks, put his possessions on the front stoop, and pin a note to them wishing him well in his new adventure.
that, but I benefitted even more. Our family worked better as a result. The problem in many if not most of today’s so called stepfamilies is that the stepparent is effectively disempowered by the “real” parent; therefore, the children do not have reason to respect or obey the stepparent. In these families, the emphasis is on the prefix “step.” I think it is significant that you didn’t mention your husband, but certainly implied that he enables his son’s disrespect of you and disregard of rules by imposing no consequences on his provocative, narcissistic behavior. It is your husband’s responsibility to Family psychologist John Rosemond straighten out this young man, to let him answers questions at rosemond.com.
nutrition, meditation, and yoga to increase our awareness, create new lifestyle patterns, and free ourselves from cravings. Class will begin on November 10 at 9:30 AM at Mayland Community College’s Yancey Campus. For more information visit www. mayland.edu and click on the Continuing Education link or call 682-7315. Foraging for Fall (3 Hours) NEW! Forage can be plentiful, but do you know what to do with all the available chestnuts, walnuts and sumac berries? Learn to make gluten-free chestnut flour, nut butters and sumac beverage. Yum! Class will begin on November 17 at 1 PM at Mayland Community College’s Yancey Campus. For more information visit www. mayland.edu and click on the Continuing Education link or call 682-7315. Welding - MCC Certification (96 Hours) This course will teach three m a j o r p r o c e s s e s ; S M AW, GMAW, GTAW (stick, mig, and tig welding) as well as cutting. Power sources, wire-feed setup, maintenance, shielding gases, and safe practices will be covered. Lecture, demonstration, and practical applications will be used in this course. Students in this class may be eligible for Project Skill-Up scholarship funds. Preregistration is required. Class will begin on November 28 at 6 PM at Mayland Community College’s Yancey Campus. A second class session will begin on November 29 at 6 PM on Mayland’s Yancey Campus. For more information visit www. mayland.edu and click on the Continuing Education link or call 682-7315. Make Maple Syrup! (3 Hours) NEW! Learn how and when to tap maple
trees or birch without having to buy equipment! Any kind of maple or birch can be used and not many trees are needed. Learn to make natural spiles (taps), recycle jugs/ jars for collecting sap and learn the old-fashioned, outside boiling down method. Class will begin on December 15 at 1 PM at Mayland
Community College’s Yancey Campus. For more information visit www.mayland.edu and click on the Continuing Education link or call 682-7315. Class will be held at The Musrhoom Hut @ Fox Farms/ Jacks Creek & directions will be provided.
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A Family Man Who Has Our Mountain Values • Stand up for public education so we can prepare a 21st century workforce • Strengthen the ties among community colleges, universities and businesses • Give NC businesses first crack at state and local contracts so jobs are created in NC, not abroad Paid for by the Committee to Re-Elect Ray Rapp
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Looking high and low for a good pack I am a sucker for testing three items; flashlights, knives, and backpacks. As for backpacks, I look for packs that can be used for more than just hiking and camping. They need to be multifunctional. I very seldom ‘just’ hike and camp. Hiking and camping is usually a byproduct of hunting and fishing. Because I mostly bowhunt, I need a pack that allows the carrying of a bow. Many packs are firearm accessible, but a bow requires a different configuration in order to hold the wide footprint of the limbs of a bow. I have been using a Alps Outdoorz Pursuit pack for the last 6 months. It has proved to be more than adequate, tough, comfortable, and has the ability to cover each of my needs. When I first received the pack, I looked at the different pockets, the zipper openings that allow access, and the utility compartments in order to ‘design’ my layout of equipment. I adjusted the straps for fit and comfort. The chest strap is slid up and down on runners built into the shoulder straps for quick adjustment. Then I pulled out the gear I would need for a three day backcountry hunt. That is when it became fun! The main pocket of the pack has a hydration bladder sleeve. The suction tube fits nicely through the top of the pack and has clips to hold it in place down one of the shoulder straps. The pocket is pare enough to hold a change of clothes or layers . I placed my knives, heat pads, main flashlight, food packs, and other supplies in the compartment with no problems. The outside utility pocket stores my other survival equipment and quick use items. The pockets offer plenty of space to separate different things. I have my Lifestraw water filtration straw in one pocket, have the CRKT Eat-n-Tool and a Fox40 whistle attached to the inner hook, and it also has a large sleeve for maps and such. The waste strap has two pockets, one on each side, that can be used for a cell phone, small rangefinder or binoculars, or even packs of nabs. Think of them as small gadget compartments that you can access quickly without having to remove your pack. At the base of the waste straps where they connect to the pack, there are two net style pockets, one
can be utilized by the hunter, both bow and firearm, and the hiker/camper. The pack is well constructed, able to withstand the abuse given by the outdoors enthusiast. Padding on the waste strap and back of the pack, along with quick adjustment straps supply the comfort needed for long trails even with excess weight in the pack.
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Bill Howard is an avid bowhunter and outdoorsman. He teaches hunter education (IHEA) and bowhunter education (IBEP) in North Carolina. He is a member of North Carolina Bowhunters Association and Pope & Young, and is an official measurer for both. He can be reached at billhoward outdoors@ gmail.com.
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at each base, that are also useful for something like a larger rangefinder. A compression strap/sleeve is placed on the main face of the pack. This is what holds the bow or firearm. Nicely I would like to add. Several magnets sewn into the bottom of the pack pull loose revealing the butt sleeve that holds the bottom of the bow or stock of the firearm. A strap around the top of the sleeve can be loosened or tightened for a secure fit on the weapon. The compression sleeve fits over the top of the bow or firearm holding it in place and tight to the pack. To the side of the pack there is a quick connect strap that can be used to hold the string of the bow to further prevent unwanted movement. Straps are located on each side of the pack, one to hold the bow strings, the other to use how you wish. I chose to see how it would work with my tent. The easily held the tent snug without being in the way. The weight distributed well for comfort also. At the very bottom of the pack is another zippered compartment. A hunter orange rain cover is released which is large enough to cover the top portion of the pack and anything attached to it. Overall, the Alps Outdoorz Pursuit pack is A good pack is essential when combining hunting an easily configured, comfortable pack that and camping.
Mother-son duo to sing The Toe River Arts Council evening has scheduled a concert of traditional North American folk songs, ballads and blues with Sara Grey and Kieron Means on Thursday, Nov. 15. The duo, from Scotland, are touring the U.S., performing a wide range of American music including old-time songs and ballads from the Appalachians, Ozarks, New England and the West, blues and gospel music. The concert will be held at TRAC’s Spruce Pine facility at 269 Oak Avenue in the upstairs great room, the ARC Center. Tickets are $10 each at the door, or can be purchased with a $2 discount in advance at either TRAC
Galleries. Sara Grey is described as a fine singer, banjo player and song collector. She’s immersed in the song traditions of both sides of the Atlantic. She has performed throughout the UK, Europe, North America, and Australia for the past 50 years. Kieron Means is a singer and guitar player who was born in the United States and grew up in Britain with the music of both traditions. He is a fine performer of traditional and contemporary songs. Visit Sara Grey’s website for more information on their music at www.saragrey.net For information about the Toe River Arts Council visit www.toeriverarts.org or call 682-7215 or 765-0520.
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• YANCEY COUNTY NEWS
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Large Apartment in town of Burnsville, Balcony Bedroom, Private yard, Pet OK, $450/month. References and security required. 865-306-0111. 3 Bedroom 1 and a half bath, single lot, no pets.(off Hwy 197 )475.00 per month with min. 1 year lease 475 deposit. Credit Check & References Required NO DRUGS OR AlCOHOL 828775-9449 or 828-284-2219
2 BR 1 Bath house on a private lot. Has garden spot with wood or oil heat. Partly furnished. No pets or smokers. Call 678-5070 or 682-0051 for more information. If no answer leave message. Deposit and reference required.
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CALL SUSAN at 678-3900 to schedule your classified ad! Only $5 for UP TO 50 WORDS! north of Burnsville, near Bethel Church. $54,900 firm. 864.224.9639 or 864.270.1856 . Lots from 3 to 7 acres, or all 21.57 acres. Snow Hill Boxwoods for Sale. $10 each. 828.208.0406. For Sale By Owner: 2 Bdrm, 1 Bath Cedar home with great views, Best value in South Toe/Celo area. 1 acre, beautifully landscaped grounds. Call 828-675-5464. 9 am to 9 p.m.
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Wa n t e d : U p s c a l e re n t a l properties to manage. We have clients in need of long term rental housing in our area. Professional Property management services includes background checks on renters. Cattail Peak Real Estate of WNC. Call Brokers/Owners, Sandy 828-682-3217 or Jerri at 828-284-2968
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ATAUSTIN’SPRODUCE,we havefresh,local,chemicalfreeand OPEN HOUSE - Saturday Nov 3 sustainability grown salad greens, Week of 11/5/12 - 11/11/12 Asian vegetables, root crops, etc. Everything Old is New again! Come You are welcome to pick up or we see a beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bath, will deliver in Burnsville on orders of $25 or above. 828-242-3574. full basement Cottage, nestled in the community of Tipton Hill, in Mitchell 1641 Lickskillet Road.
County. Wavy Glass, Beaded Ceilings, Oak Framing, and much more. Sale hours are 1-4 pm. Address is 4685 NC 197 North, Green Mountain 828-688-2372
very good condition. Sun Roof, V6, runs on Regular. Asking $9,000. Please call 321.704.4311
Roof Leak? Call Brad at Tip Top Roofing, 25 years+ experience. Residential, commercial roof repair and maintenance, roof coatings, gutter repair, roof inspection. References. 682-3451 Sewing alterations. Call 208-3999. Low Interest Loans to Qualified Home Owners for Any home improvement projects. 828-273-0970 Blue Belle Farms, A U’Neat Gift shop and makers of Goat Soaps and Lotions is
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2 full time job openings with benefits- 1st shift cook hours 5:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. and a 2nd shift cook hours 12:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Every other weekend required. Please contact Deanna Buchanan or Lisa Robinson for more information at 828-7657312 or apply in person at the Brian Center Spruce Pine. Pay based on experience. Developer seeking sales SALES ASSISTANT – seeking an outgoing and enthusiastic achiever to contact database sales leads, both by phone and email, and schedule visits to The Cove at Celo Mountain. Attractive compensation package – strong work ethic expected – Burnsville location. Resume to denise@mlcnc.com or P.O. Box 458, Burnsville NC 28714. BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking CNAs to provide in-home patient focused care. Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions available. Serving all areas of Buncombe, Madison, and Yancey counties. Please call Erin at 828-681-5100 for more information.
The DB Flyers are having a “Make and Take” on November 16. Sign-ups will be held at the Ice Cream Deck through Nov. 15. Participants will be building a Delta Dart airplane and for a $5 entry fee there will be competition on Saturday, Nov. 17 at the Cane River Park at 9 a.m. First Place winners will receive $50; Second Place winners will receive $25; and Third Place winners will receive $10. Airplane kits are free, the $5 goes for the cost of the competition. Building time is Nov. 16 from 4-7pm at the Ice Cream Deck. Any other information will be posted at the Ice Cream Deck.
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Author to read at TRAC Gallery Children’s book writer, Janie DeVos, will be providing a reading and book signing of her new book, The ShopKeeper’s Bear, at our Burnsville TRAC Gallery on Saturday, November 10 at 3 pm. This is Ms DeVos fourth children’s book that has been published and we are pleased to have her provide this children’s activitity in our Gallery.
Children who read regularly get better grades.
NOV. 1, 2012
• YANCEY COUNTY NEWS 13
Understanding the food-mood link
Medea Galligan MS Nutrition When it comes to food, most of us would agree that what and when we eat can directly affect how we feel. After a heavy meal, we may feel tired and bloated. If we wait too long to eat, we may feel light headed and spacey or we may get angry and be easily agitated. But did you that it also works the other way, that how we feel about ourselves, our lives, the particular day, can also have a significant effect on what we choose to eat? If you have struggled with staying on a healthy eating plan, but find that sooner or later you are back to eating your favorite junk food, the good news is that it’s not your fault. Food addiction is now known to be caused by brain chemistry imbalances that are at least as powerful as those known to cause alcohol and drug addictions. Cookies, ice cream, and candy addict us by raising levels of both of our most potent appetite and mood-regulating neurotransmitters: endorphin, our pleasureproducing natural opiate, and serotonin, our soothing natural antidepressant. In addition, they give us that rush of high blood sugar that no drug can equal. The key to understanding this connection lies in learning a little about how the brain functions. Food affects mood via biochemical messengers in the brain called neurotransmitters. The foods we consume affect the formation of neurotransmitters, and some diet-related neurotransmitters have a significant effect on our mood, our appetite and our cravings. This in turn causes the brain to communicate in the form of an impulse (craving for certain foods) the need for certain neurotransmitters that it requires to restore balance. While many other factors influence the level of these chemicals, such as hormones, heredity, drugs, and alcohol, three neurotransmitters - specifically serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine - have been studied in relation to food, and this research has shown that neurotransmitters are produced in the brain from components of certain foods, and are also the most sensitive to diet and influential in affecting mood. Research from the University of California, Berkeley suggests that people who suffer from depression have low amount of serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine in their brains.1
over, trapping millions in a life of depression, anxiety, obesity, diabetes, and heart diseaseand most certainly a shortened life. The Amazing effects of Amino Acid therapy So what can be done? How can we break free of this vicious cycle that destroys every aspect of our lives? Julia Moss MA, a clinical psychotherapist for over 25 years, discovered that through the short-term use of specific amino acids neurotransmitter balance can be restored, greatly alleviating the symptoms of depression, anxiety and apathy that keep us trapped in the cycle of sugar addiction. In her book The Diet Cure, Julia shows through her work with thousands of clients, that once balance is restored in the brain, feelings of wellbeing return and cravings disappear. Finally, healthier food choices become feasible and adopting a long-term “healthy lifestyle” can become a reality.2 In addition to using specific amino acids to break free of a sugar addiction, a healthy, balanced diet rich in whole “natural” and unprocessed foods is essential to maintaining proper neurotransmitter function and addressing chronic depression, anxiety, ADD or ADHD without incurring both the financial costs and the many physical costs of pharmaceutical drugs. It is also essential in repairing and rebuilding organs, glands and tissues that have been damaged through years of sugar addiction, allowing you to address obesity, diabetes, and heart disease and regain a properly functioning metabolism. Serotonin is a calming and relaxing chemical that eases feelings of tension and anxiety while creating an overall sense of well-being. It is an important part of the brain’s reward system, as it produces feelings of pleasure. High levels of serotonin can make you feel drowsy or sluggish, while low levels tend to leave you feeling anxious and irritable. This often causes intense food cravings, most frequently for sweets and carbohydrates.
The sugar/carb addiction cycle Sufficient quantities of non-foods like refined sugar, refined flours, high-fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, artificial colors, preservatives, caffeine, alcohol and chocolate (otherwise known as the Standard American Diet) all interfere with proper brain functioning, leading to depression, anxiety, the inability to fall or stay asleep, lack of energy, apathy, or hyperactivity. Additionally, a diet composed of refined and processed foods also results in weight gain, obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Depression, apathy, and even hopelessness can set in, driving us try to balance the neurotransmitter imbalances we are experiencing through the only way we know how we will instantly feel better : through Serotonin-enhancing foods the readily available and famously marketed In general, serotonin levels are increased “comfort foods”- high starch and sugar items by a diet that is rich in tryptophan: protein, like doughnuts, cookies, cakes, ice cream, pasta and potatoes. Thus the vicious cycle of sugar/ green vegetables, omega-3 fatty acids, and carb addiction is completed, over and over and saturated fats. Eat more of these foods if you
are feeling anxious and irritable and wish to be more relaxed: • High-tryptophan protein (turkey, lamb, milk, cheese, and eggs) • Fish- and plant-based sources rich in omega-3 fatty acids (anchovies, bluefish, carp, catfish, halibut, herring, lake trout, mackerel, pompano, salmon, striped sea bass, albacore tuna, whitefish, walnuts, and flaxseed oil). • Green, yellow, red and leafy vegetables • Nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, pistachios, cashews and peanuts) • Root vegetables (carrots, beets, potatoes, yams, onions, turnips, squash and pumpkin) • Garlic • Beans and legumes • Whole grains (brown rice, quinoa, oatmeal) Catecholamines (dopamine and norepinephrine) are alertness-making or energizing chemicals. When we have optimal levels of these neurotransmitters in our brain, we tend to have better attention spans, think more clearly, react more quickly and feel more motivated. Dopamine and norepinephrine are also associated with voluntary movement and emotional arousal. Therefore, people with Parkinson’s disease may have lower or damaged levels of these chemicals, causing tremors and loss of balance, while those with schizophrenia may have an excess. When our body has enough dopamine we’re blessed with feelings of bliss and pleasure, euphoric, appetite control, controlled motor movements, and we feel focused. When we are low in dopamine we feel no pleasure, our world looks colorless, we have an inability to “love”, and we have no remorse about personal behavior. See Next Page Blue Ridge Resources Conservation & Development Council is now accepting proposals for the North Toe River Restoration Project until November 2, 2012. The contractor will provide technical expertise in developing a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP), conducting a thorough watershed field assessment, managing data and performing data analyses, assisting the watershed coordinator in developing a watershed action plan (WAP), and stakeholder involvement. For more information and a copy of the RFP, please contact: Kathy Young, kyoung@blueridgercd.org, and Jonathan Hartsell jonathanhartsell@hotmail.com. Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 2012
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Diet and mood connections From page 13
Catecholamine (Dopamine and Norepinephrine) Enhancing Foods Tyrosine is the amino acid neurons turn into norepinephrine and dopamine. Norepinephrine and dopamine are excitatory neurotransmitters that are important in motivation, alertness, concentration and memory, as feelings of well-being and pleasure. • Grass-fed beef, hormone-free milk, cheese, and eggs, and wildcaught fish and other seafood are very healthy, high-protein, dopamine-and-norepinephrineboosting foods. • Plant foods, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, seeds and nuts. Fruits are vegetables are rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants that protect the body cells from damaging. They also help raise serotonin levels in the brain. • Apples: A compound found in apples called “quercetin’ is an antioxidant that studies have shown may not only help in the prevention of cancer but may also play an important role in the prevention of neurodegenerative disorders. There may be something to that old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away . . .” • Banana: A banana is a good source of tyrosine. • Beets: Betaine, an amino acid naturally present in certain vegetables, particularly beetroot (beets), is an antidepressant of the first order. Betaine acts as a stimulant for the production of SAM-e (S-adenoslmethionine). The body cannot do without SAM-e, which it produces. SAM-e is directly related to the production of certain hormones, such as dopamine and serotonin. • Chicken: As with eggs, chicken contains complete protein that increases levels of the excitatory neurotransmitters norepinephrine and dopamine. Chicken is also a good source of coenzyme Q10 (Co Q10), which increases the energy generating potential of neurons. • Cheese: Cheese is a well-known protein food, and protein provides amino acids, which help produce dopamine and norepinephrine. • Eggs: A great natural antidepressant is to increase dopamine by eating protein-rich foods such as eggs. They are not just versatile in how you can cook and serve them, but eggs will often appeal to people who choose not to eat meat. • Fish: Omega-3 fatty acids are found in seafood, especially mackerel, salmon, striped bass, rainbow trout, halibut, tuna, and sardines. These fatty acids may have many jobs in the body, including a possible role in the production of neurotransmitters. Wild-caught fish have easily digestible protein, many trace nutrients, and high quality essential fatty acids. • Watermelon: Watermelon juice is loaded with vitamins A, B6, and C! Vitamin B6 is
used by the body to manufacture neurotransmitters such as serotonin, melatonin, and dopamine. Vitamin C also enhances the immune system while protecting the body from free radicals. • Wheat Germ: Wheat Germ is a good source of Phenylalanine. Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid found in the brain and blood plasma that can convert in the body to tyrosine, which in turn is used to synthesize dopamine. • Beans and legumes are rich in protein and are healthful boosters of both dopamine and norepinephrine. In Summary The most important thing to understand is that overeating is not a character defect. Because food addiction is a biological imperative, willpower, counseling and health coaching can fail even the most determined and dedicated dieters. Even diabetics, whose lives are at stake, are powerless over their carb cravings. But through the use of specific brain-targeted nutrients called amino acids, we can quickly restore our levels of endorphin, serotonin, and other potent appetite regulators. These nutrients and their benefits have been researched and verified in the treatment of alcohol, drug, and food addiction, and are available at every health food store and on-line. This means freedom from carb cravings and emotional overeating, allowing former food addicts to pass up their favorite sweets and carbs without feeling deprived or starving themselves with a low-calorie diet. Finally, being able to truly enjoy whole foods that nourish and support both brain and body becomes long-term, sustainable lifestyle. If you are struggling to lose weight and would like to be able to free yourself from your cravings, call (828)989-9144 or email Medea@ HealthyLifestyleConcepts.com to learn how Amino Acid Therapy can help you. Sources 1. h t t p : / / w w w. m e d h e l p . org/user_journals/show/14818/ Foods-That-Increase-DopamineNaturally 2. The Diet Cure, Julia Ross, MA, http://www.dietcure.com/ aminoacids.html Medea L Galligan MS, CHHC, AADP earned her Masters of Science in Nutrition at Oklahoma State University and attended the Institute of Intergrative Nutrition located in New York City. She is a Board Certified Holistic Health Coach and member of the Amercian Association of Drugless Practicioners, with over 15years of experience in Holistic Health Coaching. She has worked with thousands people of all ages over the years, helping them reach and maintain their health and wellness goals. You can reach her at her website www. HealthyLifestyleConcepts.com or by phone at (828)989-9144.
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Cod has a wonderfully mild flavor and delicate texture that is only improved with this delicious basil sauce. Serve it with fresh sautéed rainbow chard for a healthy and satisfying meal! Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely minced 1/4 cup chicken stock 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated 1 teaspoon unrefined coconut oil 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2-1 teaspoon sea salt, divided 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 (6 ounce) cod fish fillets or other white fish 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground Directions: 1. Combine basil, broth, cheese, oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and garlic in a small bowl. 2. Sprinkle fish with 1/2 tsp. salt and pepper. 3. Preheat skillet over medium heat, add coconut oil, when oil is hot add fish. 4. Sauté fish for 5 minutes on each side or until it flakes easily with a fork. Turn with good metal spatula so as to keep the fish intact. 5. Spoon basil sauce over fish to serve. Note: For an extra kick try some white wine to the chicken stock, perhaps a Sauvignon Blanc.
Drug Week task force to meet of 11/5/12 - 11/11/12
The Mitchell-Yancey Substance Abuse Task Force will meet next on Thursday, November 8, 6 p.m. at Blue Ridge Regional Hospital Spruce Pine Holtsclaw Board Room. Topics of discussion will be: outpatient substance abuse treatment, distribution of the
substance abuse resource guide, and AMA funded community education training. All community members are invited and encouraged to attend. For more information contact Sam Nash, Coordinator 828-682-7899 or by email sam.nash@trhd.dst.nc.us
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