Jamestown News - March 27, 2024

Destiny visits Town Council meeting

By CARol BRook S freela N ce writer cab1hp@gmail.com

The Jamestown Town Council meeting moved along quickly on March 19, with no long discussions and no public comments.

Special guest Destiny warmly greeted Council and other members of the audience as the attention was on her and not her friend, Jorge Ortega, animal services director of Guilford County Animal Control Services. Ortega brought Destiny as an example of one of the animals available for adoption through Animal Ser-

vices, 980 Guilford College Road, Greensboro.

Animal Control offers many services. Including adoption, finding lost pets, surrenders, euthanasia, spay/neuter, rabies clinics, fostering and more. A sampling of found pets can be found at www.guilfordcountync.gov/our-county/ animal-services.

“I joined Animal Services in 2018 and since that time we have been shifting our priorities, still keeping public safety, public health in mind,” Ortega said. “What are the root causes for animals coming into or entering our shelter system? “

He mentioned many times

it is a housing problem, both for the owners and as a way for them to keep their pets. Guilford County ranks No. 6 (with No. 1 being the highest) in evictions among renter households in the state. That means these homes with pets are risking placing their pets in the shelter system.

“The way we’re looking at things is we’re not waiting for the call to come in to respond. We’re actually working and getting into these communities where we know these challenges exist, trying to prevent these animals from being surrendered.”

He acknowledged there

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A living lAst supper

One of the most important days in Christianity is Jesus’ last day with His disciples before His death. Among other actions, Jesus has His last supper with them. He commanded us to “Do this in remembrance of me” (Luke 22:19), which is why we celebrate Holy Communion.

But after that He said, “One of you will betray me” (Luke 22:21). Jesus was speaking about Judas although the disciples did not know that.

On March 28 at 7 p.m. 13 members of Lutheran Church of Our Father, 3304 Groometown Road, Greensboro, will act out the scene of the Last Supper. Each will say something about their character and bring to life what possibly was their inner struggle when they heard the comments of Jesus.

“We invite you to come and explore the emotions and feelings of the disciples as we delve into their minds and reflect on the weight of the evening that has come to be known as Maundy Thursday,” said Pastor Scott Berry.

MAundy thursdAy CAntAtA And More At JpC

On Maundy Thursday, March 28 at 7 p.m., the Chancel Choir at Jamestown Presbyterian Church will present the cantata “In the Final Week,” which was composed by John Purifoy. The choir will be accompanied by a chamber orchestra.

Held in the church sanctuary, it provides a wonderful opportunity to hear beautiful music relating to the Easter season and to participate in communion as the events of Holy Week are remembered. There is no charge to attend.

Special services on March 31 at Jamestown Presbyterian Church include:

• Easter sunrise service at 6:45 a.m. under the picnic shelter.

• Contemporary worship service at 9 a.m. in the Christian Life Center.

• Traditional worship at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary.

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Sedgefield Presbyterian Church will host a special worship service in the sanctuary on March 28 at 7 p.m. For those unable to attend the service in person, it will be live streamed on the church Facebook page.

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The combined choirs of Hinshaw United Methodist Church and Sedgefield Presbyterian Church will present “Light Beyond Shadow” March 29 at 6 p.m. The event will be held at Hinshaw United Methodist, 4501 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro.

Flower pots in the pArk

The Town of Jamestown is applying for an Accessibility for Parks grant for Jamestown Park and would like input.

Come out and paint mini flower pots as you have the chance to comment on planned upgrades to the facilities at Jamestown Park.

The event is April 3 from 4-6 p.m. at Shelter 1 in Jamestown Park, 7041 East Fork Road.

Adopt-A-highwAy resCheduled AgAin

The Adopt-A-Highway sponsored by Jamestown United scheduled for March 23 at 8:30 a.m. has been rescheduled to April 6 due to weather. Participants should meet at the Publix parking lot near the West Gate City Boulevard/Guilford College Road intersection to receive a vest, bag and instruction.

was a human-animal bond and pets are often our friends and confidants. Coming home to pets keep us healthy.

“We want to be the first resource, not the last resort,” Ortega said, adding between July 2022 and July 2023, Animal Control responded to 193 calls for service in Jamestown. The largest number of calls was regarding animals allowed to run at large. There were several calls with only one incident; bat or raccoon at residence, animals fighting, public nuisance follow up, serving papers, surrender,

March Madness comes to Haynes-Inman

By no R m A B. denni S freela N ce writer ndworddesign@gmail.com

If you think March Madness is only about college basketball teams vying for a championship title, think again. It can also be about fellowship and fun, with some learning along the way.

For the past 14 years students, families, friends and staff at Haynes-Inman Education Center in Jamestown have celebrated a bit of March Madness to coordinate with the NCAA tournament. The event, which is open to the entire school, starts at noon and runs through 1:30 p.m. This year it was held on March 21.

“It doesn’t matter which teams are playing,” said Joanna Sherron, school counselor. “We have TVs in the gym to watch the game that is currently being aired. We also have stations set up around the gym where students can shoot some hoops of their own, get their face painted or enjoy a snack.”

Wings, pizza and other snacks were provided. Applesauce and pudding also were available so everyone could find something they could eat and enjoy.

Mylena Kelly, media teacher assistant and artist, provided facing painting that expressed the March Madness basketball theme. Kelly, the lead on creating the gym’s atmosphere, was joined by Sherron, who supervised the event, and Brain Surface, high school teacher who

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Council holds second budget meeting

By CARol BRook S freela N ce writer cab1hp@gmail.com

March 19 was the second of three budget meetings for the 2024-25 budget for the Town of Jamestown. All administrative heads and department heads were there as well as every Town Council member. This meeting focused on the overall operating expenses. The group met in January to discuss the Capital Improvement Program.

Karen Strausser, Human Resources Analyst, presented updates to the retirement rate, Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and merit rate. She anticipates a 3 percent COLA raise and, what has become the standard, a 0-3 percent merit raise.

“In a survey of other municipalities for the upcoming year, the COLA increase averages 3.76 percent and merit averages 2.5 percent,” Strausser said. A graph indicated no merit raises were given in 2010 but have generally risen over the years. COLA is usually below the merit raise percentage but has been higher a couple of times.

Cost of Living Adjustments are Social Security general benefit increases and went into effect in 1975. Prior to that year, the increases were set by legislation.

Finance Officer Faith Wilson spoke about the Town’s debts and the fund balance.

“The fund balance defines what resources are available to provide sufficient financial flexibility to meet future obligations, take advantage of opportunities and avoid interest expense through the use of excess reserves in lieu of debt,” she said. It helps the Town maintain the highest credit and bond ratings and also decreases the reliance on taxes by earning interest.

In the general fund, taxable property is approximately $572 million and the current obligation is approximately $392,000. North Carolina statutes require a minimum fund balance of 15 percent, which is calculated at the end of the fiscal year. For the prior year, the general fund budget was $7,811,181. Jamestown, however, looks to

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Jeff Foster, Guilford County Schools bus safety assistant (former bus driver for GCS for 18 years), enjoys march madness with Haynes-inman student.

mylena kelly, media teacher assistant and artist, provides facing painting for students to add to the theme of march madness.

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have 40 percent of accessible fund balance, which is approximately five months of general fund expenditures.

Town Manager Matthew Johnson remarked that the Town tries to overestimate expenses and underestimate revenue in order to maintain assets.

Contracts for service

For many years, the Town offered grants to nonprofit organizations. That changed several years ago. The organizations now are contractors to the Town, offering services the Town could provide if it had the resources. Most recent contractors were the Jamestown Public Library, Historic Jamestown Society, YMCA of Greensboro and Jamestown Youth League. These organizations are awarded funds through the Town Council but must first pay for their services before being reimbursed by the Town.

operating costs

Wilson has not heard from all the utilities servicing the town but she has learned that Duke Energy is requesting an increase.

“Duke Energy is increasing their rates 24 percent,” Wilson said. “That would be 24 percent increase based off the rates that they currently charge.”

Duke’s original request was 28 percent. The company also proposes much smaller rate increases in 2025 and 2026.

With that significant increase in mind, Councilmember Rebecca Rayborn asked if the Town could do an energy audit. That met with approval of the rest of the Council and other department heads.

sales tax

The sales tax may increase 2-3 percent. The current year sales tax is received October-September and as of March, Jamestown has received through December 2023.

“Sales tax started to level off in 2023,” Wilson said. “Current projections are predicting the same for 2024.”

property tax

Wilson’s department is not recommending a property tax increase at this time.

The North Carolina General Assembly has several bills under discussion that could become law and most of these bills reduce local property tax revenue.

sanitation rate Johnson said the current sanitation rate was $15 per customer. It went up last year for the first time in many years. He proposed a new rate of $20 per customer. That did not set well with councilmembers.

“There was not a final decision on any budgetary item discussed today,” Johnson said after the meeting. “At the April 19 Budget Workshop, we will have a clearer picture of budget constraints that warrant further discussion. We were asking the Council

for their direction on how to approach the budget at this meeting and staff and the Council will continue to refine the final budget until the vote is taken in June.”

He added the Town does not pick up on private streets, like in the Magnolia on Main and Jordan Creek developments. However, D.R. Horton has agreed to have public streets in its development on the Johnson Farm and the new Oakdale Forest development will also be public.

Councilmember Martha Wolfe said more public streets would bring in more Powell Bill money from the State. This money goes toward street improvements, notably paving.

guilford County sheriff’s office Johnson reported the Sheriff’s Office budget is currently $500,000 per year. Next year he expects it to be $600,000, which would include two new vehicles. Old vehicles are sold and the money comes back to Jamestown.

Since residents pay both through Guilford County and Jamestown, higher service is expected from the Sheriff’s Office.

“The Sheriff’s Office contract provides 24/7/365 law enforcement services by dedicating staff and equipment to service Jamestown exclusively,” Johnson said, noting the local office is on Hillstone Drive.

“We’re the only Guilford County municipality that pays for additional service,” he added.

The current contract with the Sheriff’s Office was signed in 1991.

“Staff asked for direction from the Council regarding the contract with the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office,” Johnson said. “It would be the recommendation of staff to revisit that contract to update it to clarify the services expected from the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office.”

The office acts as a police department for the Town, keeping a patrol car within town limits on an aroundthe-clock basis.

Cip update

Wilson totaled all the items indicated as “must do” on the CIP that was distributed in January. The list totals $2,118,950 for the upcoming year. Grant funding totals $700,000, with $200,000 coming from the state and $500,000 applied for through Accessibility for Parks. The latter will include bathrooms at a shelter at Jamestown Park.

One item listed for purchase was a new leaf truck.

If it is purchased this calendar year, the Town will save approximately $20,000.

Some leases for equipment at the golf course are coming up for renewal soon. Wilson suggested it might be better to purchase those pieces of equipment. She is looking into this.

The public will have the opportunity to offer their opinions on the CIP at an upcoming meeting.

We don’t give you the world . . . just our little corner of it.

relaxation meets refinement at new bar

By no R m A B. denni S freela N ce writer ndworddesign@gmail.com

If you are hungry, do not go to Barrel & Co. in Jamestown expecting to find food. It is not a restaurant.

“Our focus is on high-quality, inventive cocktails that appeal to both enthusiasts and newcomers,” said Montana McElroy, general manager. “The ambiance is subdued and sophisticated, ideal for unwinding, date nights and casual meetings. We’re committed to excellence and using premium ingredients. Outside food is welcome, however.”

Barrel & Co. opened in February due to what owners saw as a need for a place where people could truly unwind. The idea was to create a “home away from home” featuring exceptional drinks and a cozy vibe.

A love for quality cocktails and a belief that best moments are shared with good company in a comfortable setting motivated the business’ startup. To increase the pleasure for patrons, a cigar-friendly patio was added to the front of the building.

“It was a way to marry our passion for great spirits with the timeless tradition of cigar enjoyment,” McElroy said. “In essence, Barrel & Co. was born out of a desire to fill a gap in our community – a place where relaxation meets refinement.”

Barrel & Co. is seeking to elevate the whiskey experience in Jamestown, combining comfort, modernity and exceptional cocktails. Located in a busy area, the bar welcomes a diverse range of patrons, from whiskey experts to those new to the scene.

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what a top-quality whiskey bar should offer with an inviting and sophisticated environment,” McElroy said.

“Barrel & Co. stands out with its knack for serving some of the best cocktails around, using quality ingredients to mix drinks that will be remembered. The goal is to make each visit a great experience and to add something unique to the entertainment element already found in Jamestown with its special places to eat and live music.”

Located at 122 E. Main Street, in front of the Simply Thai Restaurant, the bar is open to those 21 and older. It has a no-pets policy. Closed on Mondays, the business is open from 4-11 p.m. on Tuesdays-Thursdays, 4 p.m.-12 a.m. on Fridays, 2 p.m-12 a.m. on Saturdays and 2-10 p.m. on Sundays.

A grand opening is scheduled for April 4 with a ribbon cutting at 4 p.m.

On April 5, Barrel & Co. will feature live music from 6-8 p.m.

It is possible that weekend hours might change after the grand opening.

Email the company at GM@Barreland.co (not.com)

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tethering and transportation to animal shelter or vet.

Ortega said a Department of Social Services caseworker is assigned to the shelter and donated food goes to those who need it in the community. The food does not stay with Animal Services.

golf course rates

Marcy Newton, golf pro, proposed some changes to the rates to play golf at Jamestown Park. This is the first time in two years since the rates have risen.

“We are proposing a 10-15 percent rate increase,” Newton said. She had compared other courses in the area and learned Jamestown Park charges a lowto-midrange price.

Rates for Jamestown residents did not change, nor did the rates for seniors, ladies and juniors on weekdays.

Whether it is 9 or 18 holes, Newton said the majority of players prefer to ride, with 12,470 18-hole rounds played in 2023 and 4,215 9-hole rounds during weekdays. Only 12 percent of the players preferred to walk during their round.

The increase is estimated to earn the course $92,135.

The Council voted unanimously to approve the rate increase.

other business

Mayor Lynn Montgomery proclaimed April 11 as Parkinson’s Day in the Town, recognizing the disease is a chronic, progressive, neurological disease and is the second most common neurodegenerative disease in the United States. Betsy Lerner and Mike Pendleton accepted the proclamation.

Maria Ashburn was appointed a full-

time member of the Parks & Recreation Committee. There are still several vacancies for alternates.

The Council set April 16 for a public hearing to consider adoption of the revised Water Shortage Response Plan. The document should be updated every five years. Jamestown purchases water from three sources, Piedmont Triad Regional Water Authority, City of Greensboro and City of High Point.

If water levels at the reservoirs reach a critical level, and Jamestown is notified, the Town Manager will implement temporary emergency procedures, which include multiple outlets for notification for residents.

In his manager’s report, Town Manager Matthew Johnson announced work has begun to replace a septic tank. Bids will be going out shortly for new playground equipment at Jamestown Park as well as the Main Street waterline replacement.

Easements and right of way for more sidewalks along Oakdale Road are being acquired.

Bids are out for a continuation of the East Main Street sidewalk from Vickrey Chapel to Millis Road.

Jamestown Park Golf Course is celebrating its 50th year with special events, clinics and pricing. These will be announced at www.facebook.com/

JamestownParkGolfCourse.

Litter Sweep will take place April 20 from 9-11 a.m.

Music in the Park begins May 3 with the Alek Ottaway Band. More information is available on the Town’s Facebook site.

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oversaw the creation of banners by the different classrooms.

Leading up to the special day, students shared input about their class banner designs then voted on the final product.

Romaine Boyd, adapted P.E. teacher, set up the perimeter of the gym with basketball activities. He attended the event to help as needed and to make sure the families and students had fun.

Although geared around the theme of basketball, March Madness at HaynesInman is more about a shared experience. “I think this was the best one we have celebrated,” Sherron said.

“This year Brian came up with the idea for a bake-off contest with the staff members,” Sherron said. “It was the bakers’ choice to select their favorite dessert. The entire March Madness event is very lively with lots of excitement.”

“Tell It True” is a book that takes you back in time to 1964 during the election season in Georgia.

Think Lester Maddox.

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Telling it true in 1964 and today

The story opens as Jarvis Pendry, a Black World War II veteran and Army reserve lieutenant colonel is returning to his home in Baltimore where he is a successful businessman after his annual active duty stint at Fort Benning in Georgia.

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He was driving home alone to Baltimore. It was dark and he was planning to stop and spend the night with his uncle who lived in deep rural Georgia. When he stopped at a country store to ask directions, he was greeted rudely by the racist owner, “You ain’t one of them agitators, are you? Comin’ down here to stir up trouble?”

Another man in the store spoke up, “Shee-t. I bet he’s one of those agitators. I bet LBJ sent him down

here to test that damn new law. Maybe we ought to whip his Black ass.”

Pendry got the message and withdrew. “I can see I’m not welcome here. I’ll be going now.”

In his car, stopping again to check his map, “a bright light blinded him — a strong flashlight beam directed right in his face. Pendry raised his arm to shade his eyes as the first blast from a shotgun shattered his car window. His raised forearm was shredded by the tiny missiles of buckshot and glass, some of which also found his chest and neck. He screamed in pain and surprise an instant before the second blast took away his face and penetrated his brain.”

The search for Pendry’s murderers and their trial is one of the main storylines of the novel.

Another important storyline

begins immediately as Gil Matthews, a news reporter and photographer for the main Atlanta television station, is called to cover a July 4th segregation rally at a major sport complex against the new landmark Civil Rights Act. His camera captured the frenzied crowd as it reacted to four Black college students who marched into the rally carrying signs that read “Freedom Now.”

with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property

An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination.

Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028

4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311

Phone No: (910) 864-3068

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sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §45-21.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.”

AMENDED NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY 19-SP-932

UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Jeffrey White and Marcia White dated August 2, 2007 and recorded on August 3, 2007, in Book R 6768 at Page 1374, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness

thereby and,

demand of the holder of the Note

said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Goddard & Peterson, PLLC (Substitute Trustee) will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, on April 4, 2024 at 2:00 PM and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Guilford, North Carolina and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust, together with all improvements located thereon:

Address of Property: 5324 Amick Road, Julian, NC 27283

Tax Parcel ID: C18-11830-021-00

Present Record Owner: Jeffrey White and

Said

prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property

The

‘‘AS IS,

IS’’ and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments and any liens or encumbrances that would not be

“White toughs surrounded the students, engulfing them, pushing them up against a chain-link fence that separated the football field from the spectator area.”

Gil captured the mayhem and the bloody wounds suffered by the Black students and, as he was knocked unconscious, he realized that his camera contained the film that would “shock its viewers and make him a hero in its trade.”

The stories of other important characters in the novel show how difficult it is sometimes for good people to do the right thing when the larger community disagrees.

For instance: White journalists are pressured by liberals to push for progress and at the same time are told by their employers and readers that they are moving too fast.

A Black church leader who has worked for fair treatment for minorities is upstaged by impatient Black college students who view their elders as enemies.

White establishment business leaders who want Atlanta to be

extinguished by non-judicial foreclosure. Neither the Substitute Trustee nor the holder of the Note secured by the Deed of Trust being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representatives of either the Substitute Trustee or the holder of the Note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, and any Land Transfer Tax as required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1).

Third party, must pay the full bid amount, less any deposit that has been paid to the Substitute Trustee, immediately upon demand after the conclusion of the final upset bid period. Failure of the bidder to comply with the bid shall result in the resale of the property, with the defaulting bidder remaining liable upon their bid under the provisions of N.C.G.S. §45-21-30.

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

Additional Notice where the Real Property is Residential with less than 15 Rental Units:

An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the County in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or/after October

1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the Notice that is at least ten (10) days, but no more than ninety (90) days, after the sale date contained in the Notice of Sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the Notice of Termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of such termination. This is a communication from a debt collector.

The purpose of this Communication is to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. If you are under the protection of the bankruptcy court or have been discharged as a result of a bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is given to you pursuant to statutory requirement and for informational purposes and is not intended as an attempt to collect a debt or as an act to collect, assess, or recover all or any portion of the debt from you personally. FN# 3016.09920 59862

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seen as a city of progress, but do not want to incite the racist majority by moving forward too quickly. Small town sheriffs who have an obligation to enforce the law, but do not, in order to avoid upsetting the racists whose votes they need to keep their jobs.

Television station owners who want their stations to be seen as supporting community progress, but not at the expense of losing viewership or profits.

The author, John Pruitt, is a Davidson graduate and retired anchor at WSB, Atlanta’s premier television station.

Weaving his fine story into the challenges of the 1960s gives his readers a time-travel experience that vividly shows the challenges of another time and can help us deal with those of today.

D.G. Martin, a retired lawyer, served as UNC-System’s vice president for public affairs and hosted PBS-NC’s North Carolina Bookwatch.

NOTICE OF SALE

NORTH CAROLINA - GUILFORD COUNTY

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE

SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 24 SP 300

In the Matter of the Foreclosure of the Deed of Trust executed by WILLIAM L. RHEW, III) and his wife, BRANDI W. RHEW, Grantors, securing an indebtedness in the original principal amount of $400,000.00, dated June 26, 2023 and recorded in Deed Book 8739 at Page 2339 in the Guilford County Registry.

TO: WILLIAM L. RHEW, III 6081 Mountain Brook Road, Greensboro, North Carolina 27455- 8384 and BRANDI W. RHEW 6081 Mountain Brook Road, Greensboro, North Carolina 274558384

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by WILLIAM L. RHEW, III and his wife, BRANDI W. RHEW, dated June 26, 2023 and recorded in Deed Book 8739 at Page 2339, Guilford County Registry, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said deed of trust, and the undersigned having been named as substitute trustee in said deed of trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the deed of trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at the Guilford County Courthouse door in the City of Greensboro, North Carolina, on April 3, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate:

Property address: 6081 Mountain Brook Road, Greensboro, North Carolina 274558384

The current property owners are: WILLIAM H. RHEW, III and his wife, BRANDI W. RHEW

The sale is made subject to all taxes, special and homeowners’ association assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record against the said property and any recorded releases.

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the substitute trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representatives of either the substitute trustee or the holder of the note make any representation of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

A cash deposit not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty and No/l00 Dollars ($750.00) may be required at the time of the sale. If no upset bid is filed within ten (10) days from the date the Report of Foreclosure Sale is filed, a Trustee’s Deed will be tendered to the highest bidder.

This 7th day of March 2024.

DAVID F. TAMER

3000 Bethesda Place, Suite 703 Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27103 (336) 659-9636

davelaw@bellsouth.net

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GtCC awarded $310,000 from the Golden leaf foundation

awarded $310,000 from the Golden LEAF Foundation to support its Workforce Continuing Education (WCE) construction and trade programs.

“The Golden LEAF Foundation is proud to support Guilford Technical Community College’s strategy to provide training for the workforce that will fill high demand construction positions in the region,” said Golden LEAF President, Chief Executive Officer, Scott T. Hamilton. “This project will help expand the college’s shortterm construction training programs to increase the number of completers per year for a stream of skilled workers for area employers.”

As a part of an overall $10 million funding announcement, the Golden LEAF Foundation awarded $8.5 million in funding for 13 projects through the Community-Based Grants Initiative in the Piedmont-Triad Prosperity Zone. These projects will support agriculture, job creation and economic investment, and workforce preparedness in Alamance, Caswell, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford, Randolph, Rockingham, Surry, and Yadkin counties.

GTCC will utilize the funding to bolster its short-term construction and trade programs,

including apartment maintenance, HVAC/refrigeration, electrical, and its new 10-week construction boot camp with the formation of a local Business and Industry Leadership Team (BILT), hiring of full-time instructors, scholarship opportunities, new equipment, supplies, and marketing outreach.

The 10-week construction boot camp offers fast-track training with hands-on experience, covering carpentry, use of hand tools, power tools, construction math, and more. Participants will be eligible for apprenticeships, internships, and degree opportunities, supported by work-based learning.

“At GTCC we know the value of training local students with short-term options to fill high demand, well paying positions in the Triad,” said GTCC President Anthony Clarke, Ph.D. “These additional funds will allow the college to train more students to fill the needs for certified, qualified technicians for our community partners.”

The funding will also be used to enhance the college’s current English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Integrated Education and Training pathways into craft skills for construction and apartment maintenance, as well as to launch a new pathway into HVAC/refrigeration. These programs integrate language skills for non-native English speakers so students can

learn terminology and communication skills needed for the workplace.

The goal is to assist 45 students to complete construction trades courses, with an additional 30 students earning thirdparty credentials by the end of the first year.

Guilford Technical Community College is the fourth largest of 58 institutions in the North Carolina Community College System. GTCC serves more than 27,000 students annually from five campuses and a Small Business Center. For more information, visit gtcc.edu, Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn.

The Golden LEAF Foundation is a nonprofit organization established in 1999 to receive a portion of North Carolina’s funding from the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement with cigarette manufacturers. For 25 years, Golden LEAF has worked to increase economic opportunity in North Carolina’s rural and tobacco-dependent communities through leadership in grantmaking, collaboration, innovation, and stewardship as an independent and perpetual foundation. The Foundation has provided lasting impact to tobaccodependent, economically distressed, and rural areas of the state by helping create 68,000 jobs, more than $780 million in new payrolls, and more than 98,000 workers trained or retrained for higher wages. For more information about Golden LEAF and our programs, please visit our website at www.goldenleaf.org.

Lone Star Tick Bites Cause Alpha-Gal Syndrome

By keit H RoACH, m.d.

deAr dr roACh: I was recently diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome (AGS). I live in the country, but I do not remember having a tick on me. My husband and I are very cautious and always check for them. I am struggling to understand what exactly are my symptoms, and what I can and cannot eat. I don’t know if I am someone who can have dairy or not.

The biggest challenge seems to be eating out. If I order chicken, fish or vegetables and they are cooked on the same grill as meat, then they are not safe to eat due to cross contamination. Also, dairy, lard and whey are in many food items.

Is there a specialist I should consult? My doctor seems to know about some of this, but is unable to answer many of my questions. Any information you can share would be helpful. — S.N.

deAr s n.: AGS is an allergy to galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose, a carbohydrate allergen found in all mammalian meats, such as beef, pork and lamb. The allergy can be serious as people develop symptoms, including various syndromes like skin itching and rashes; gastrointestinal symptoms; and even anaphylaxis, a severe allergy syndrome of cardiovascular collapse.

These reactions are delayed compared to other typical allergic responses, with people often developing symptoms the night after consuming meat — about two to six hours after consump-

tion. A blood test for alpha-gal allergies can confirm the diagnosis.

These symptoms usually begin after getting bitten multiple times by a Lone Star tick. The tick has alpha-gal in its saliva, which triggers the sensitivity. Many medical professionals are unaware of this newly described condition (40% reported never having heard of the syndrome), which can prevent a diagnosis from being made in a timely fashion.

Because the condition is new, there are some factors that we don’t really understand about it, like why some people tolerate muscle meat from an animal but react strongly to organ meat. There just aren’t answers to some of the questions that you might be asking. For example, milk, whey and gelatin sensitivity have been described with AGS, but not lard (at least that I could find).

Sometimes a person tolerates cooked meat but is intolerant of raw (or barely cooked) meat. Some people lose the allergy over time (usually a few years), but additional tick bites may bring it back.

The ideal specialist in this case is an allergist. You should certainly have and know how to use an epinephrine injector in case of a severe reaction.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu. ©2024 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

Coffee Break

Salome’s Stars

week oF April 1, 2024

Aries (March 21 to April 19)

You might feel a little sheepish about admitting your feelings for a certain someone. But do it anyway. Your sincerity will make the right impression.

tAurus (April 20 to May

20) It’s a good time to clean out the clutter in your home. It’s also a good time to sort out personal priorities and make decisions about certain relationships.

geMini (May 21 to June 20)

Avoid getting caught up in conflicting advice, even from trusted friends and family members. You need to dig for your own facts and make choices accordingly.

CAnCer (June 21 to July 22)

Conflicting aspects cause some confusion, both on the job and in your personal life. Try to keep your balance as you work things out to your benefit.

leo (July 23 to August 22)

Money matters become especially taxing for many Leos this

week. Pay careful attention to details so that you can avoid more complicated financial problems later on.

virgo (August 23 to September 22) Don’t let regret for a past, rash act keep you from moving on. Meanwhile, a good friend reaches out to help you, and a family dispute needs to be resolved quickly.

liBrA (September 23 to October 22) Someone you thought was an ally suddenly creates on-the-job problems. Wait for the fuss and fury to end before going ahead with your plans.

sCorpio (October 23 to November 21) You’re moving into a more favorable period in your personal life. Continue to be patient and allow those pesky problems to work themselves out.

sAgittArius (November 22 to December 21) Ask questions about a financial matter in your family. Don’t rely on reassurances. Insist on proof that all

is as it should be. And if isn’t, why not?

CApriCorn (December 22 to January 19) Personal relationships continue to improve. Vital information comes in about a matter that you almost gave up on. Ask a trusted friend for advice on a major purchase.

AQuArius (January 20 to February 18) Your financial situation continues to improve. Meanwhile, a family member makes demands on your time. Give what you can, but save some for yourself. You need it.

pisCes (February 19 to March 20) That romantic attraction you’ve tried to ignore grows stronger. In addition, a former business associate turns up with important news that could affect your financial future.

Born this week: You have a quiet strength that often surprises people. You are sensitive to the needs of others, even if you sometimes ignore your own.

©2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

Couch Theatre

By demi tAVeRAS

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (pg-13) — Is it the end of Jason Momoa’s Aquaman ? In December 2023, Momoa told Entertainment Tonight that if the audience loves the sequel, “there’s a possibility” of a third film getting greenlit. But after negative reviews and the film only making $434 million against a budget of $215 million, it doesn’t look too good. In the sequel, Momoa stars as Arthur Curry four years after the events of the first movie. Now a married family man, Arthur splits his life between the land and sea, while Black Manta still seeks revenge in the shadows. When he learns of Manta’s plans, Arthur breaks Orm, his half-brother, out of prison to join him in the fight against Manta. Amber Heard, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Nicole Kidman reprise their roles from the first film. Out now. (Max)

We Were the Lucky Ones (tv-MA) — After starring in the 2022 film Bullet Train together, Joey King and Logan Lerman reunite to lead this new eight-episode series based on the historical novel written by Georgia Hunter. King and Lerman respectively portray Halina and Addy Kurc, two siblings in a Jewish family of seven who live in Poland at the

start of World War II. The large family inevitably gets separated as the war carries on, taking them far away from home and spreading them across continents. Amid the tragic circumstances they’re forced to endure, the Kurc family is determined to keep their resilience and reunite with each other once the war ends. The first three episodes premiere March 28. (Hulu)

Palm Royale (tv-MA)

— In this period-comedy miniseries based on Mr. & Mrs. American Pie by Juliet McDaniel, Kristen Wiig ( Wonder Woman 1984 ) takes on the role of Maxine Simmons. Maxine is a woman desperate to join high-society life in 1969 Palm Springs, California, after getting dumped by her husband and social circle. She sets her sights on the Palm Royale, an exclusive

club whose elite members are dripping with glamour and vanity. But if she truly wants to get to the top of the Palm Royale, Maxine must sacrifice parts of herself to become the person she wishes to be.

The series co-stars Ricky Martin (The Assassination of Gianna Versace), Laura Dern (Big Little Lies) and the legendary Carol Burnett. The first three episodes are out now! (Apple TV+)

Road House (r)

Almost 35 years after the 1989 film Road House starring Patrick Swayze and Sam Elliot released, a reimagining starring Jake

Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor has made its way to streaming. Gyllenhaal takes on the lead role as Dalton, a former UFC fighter who gets hired to work as a bouncer at a roadhouse in the Florida Keys. The joint attracts a great number of rowdy customers, but none are a match for Dalton’s fists. However, when news of Dalton’s immaculate buttkicking hits the ears of Ben Brandt (Billy Magnussen), the heir of a criminal empire, Ben will stop at nothing to shut Dalton and the roadhouse down. For anyone who loves nonstop action, this one’s for you! Out now. (Prime Video)

©2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

Strange But True

By luCie winBoRne

• Residents of the Galapagos island of Floreana use a barrel of disorganized mail in place of a formal postal system. Tourists are responsible for sorting through the mail and grabbing any parcels they can deliver on the way to their destination.

• In curling, good sportsmanship and politeness are essential. Congratulating opponents on plays and abstaining from trash talk are part of what’s known as the “Spirit of Curling.”

• Apollo 17 astronaut Harrison Schmitt was allergic to moon dust.

• According to the record-holder for tallest waffle stack, Guinness World Records has a 40-page document defining what a waffle is. (Frankly,

we think we could have managed it in just 30.)

• Alaska is simultaneously the westernmost and easternmost state.

• High schools and universities in New Zealand are allowed to keep up to a pound of uranium on the premises for educational purposes.

• Marie Curie’s notebooks are still radioactive.

• In 2010, rock band Nickelback approached Dark Horse Brewery about having their beer featured in a video, which would have provided great exposure for the small Michigan company. They declined, however, as “none of us at the brewery really care for the band.”

• The German version of the term “Average Joe” is Otto Normalverbraucher, which translates to “Otto

normal consumer.”

• An ordinance in Gainesville, GA, states that everyone must eat fried chicken, “a culinary delicacy sacred to this municipality, this county, this state, the Southland and this republic,” with their hands. The tongue-incheek law began as a publicity stunt aimed at getting folks to think of Gainesville as the fried chicken capital of the world.

• Polar bears gain more than 400 pounds during pregnancy.

Thought for the Day: “If you’re going to do something tonight that you’ll be sorry for tomorrow morning, sleep late.” — Henny Youngman

©2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

Photo courtesy of Hulu

Joey king, left, and logan lerman star in We Were the Lucky Ones.

Embrace the Season With a Tangy Twist — Lemon Polenta Cake

Welcome to spring, where zest meets zing! As we bid adieu to winter’s chill, ready to embrace the warmth of spring, it’s time to infuse our kitchens with the vibrant flavors of the season. And what better way to welcome the sunshine than with a delightful, unexpected treat? Introducing the Lemon Polenta Cake — a delectable twist on the Italian classic. It’s perfect for your Easter celebration, too!

Now, I know what you’re thinking. Polenta in a dessert? Trust me, I’ve been there. But once you experience the harmonious marriage of sweet and tart, brought to life by the humble cornmeal, you’ll be singing a different tune.

Picture this: a buttery, moist, tender crumb, slightly chewy, infused with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemons. It’s like indulging in a slice of sunshine itself.

This Lemon Polenta Cake traces its roots back to the rustic kitchens of the northern regions of Italy, where polenta is a staple ingredient. Inspired by the abundance of lemons in the Mediterranean climate, bakers sought to infuse cornmeal with the bright, tangy zest of citrus.

In a world of dietary restrictions, this Lemon Polenta Cake comes to the rescue, proudly sporting its gluten-free badge thanks to the absence of traditional flour. And let’s not forget that light, fruity olive oil can substitute for butter for our dairy-free friends.

leMon polentA CAke

yield: 12 servings

total time: 55 minutes

For the cake:

1 3/4 cups almond meal/almond flour

3/4 cup fine cornmeal polenta

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 1/2 cups butter (softened)

1 cup granulated sugar

Zest of 2 large lemons (save juice for syrup)

3 eggs

For the syrup:

Juice of 2 lemons, about 1/2 cup

3/4 cup powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and grease sides with butter. In a mixing bowl, combine almond meal, cornmeal and baking powder (dry ingredients), and set aside. In another bowl, using a hand mixer, beat butter, sugar and lemon zest until pale (wet ingredients).

You’re going to mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients in three stages. To

the wet ingredients, add roughly one third of the almond/cornmeal mixture, followed by 1 egg, and continue to beat. Alternate dry ingredients and eggs until it’s all incorporated, beating the whole time.

Scoop the batter into the prepared pan. Bake the cake on the center rack until it’s golden brown, and a cake tester or toothpick comes out relatively clean, about 35-38 minutes.

Although the cake will be done, it might seem a bit soft in the center, that’s alright. Leaving the cake in the pan, place it on a rack and let it cool for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, make the syrup by boiling together the lemon juice and powdered sugar in a small saucepan until the sugar is dissolved.

Pearce the top of the cake all over with a cake tester or toothpick. Pour the warm syrup over the top of the cake, then let the cake cool completely in the pan.

To serve, run a thin knife or small spatula along the edges, then remove the springform sides. If desired, garnish with powdered sugar and blueberries. Slice and enjoy! Refrigerate any leftovers.

As you slice into this lemony masterpiece, let its sunny disposition remind you that spring is not just a season, it’s a state of mind. So, gather your loved ones, and keep spreading joy, one slice of lemon polenta cake at a time.

Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is the penny-pinching, party-planning, recipe developer and content creator of the website Divas On A Dime — Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous! Visit Patti at www.divasonadime.com and join the conversation on Facebook at DivasOnADimeDotCom. Email Patti at divapatti@ divasonadime.com. ©2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

Here's A Tip

By JoAnn deRSon NOw here'S a tiP

• What’s the best way to keep sheet sets together? Tuck all the pieces in a matching pillowcase, of course.

• Need to hull strawberries? Try using a straw. You position the straw at the bottom of the strawberry, then push up toward the stem. It works quickly and well.

• If you mount a magnet strip in your bathroom or on your vanity, you can use it to hold bobby pins or metal barrettes. Or mount a ribbon to hold all kinds of hair clips.

• Baby leg protectors are cute. And cheap, if you have some old athletic socks. Cut off the ends, slip over baby’s legs, and watch cutie scoot across the floor.

• If your entertainment electronics have a clock that is too bright, cover it with plain tape. You will still be able to read the time, but the tape will lessen the glare.

• My in-laws have a vaulted ceiling, and there is a corner that even the longest-handled duster won’t reach. My brilliant son had an idea to get down the cobwebs that had accumulated there. He used a rubber band to secure a dish towel around a tennis ball. Then he just tossed it at the area repeatedly. I can’t believe how well it worked.

• If new denims are too stiff, add half a cup of salt to your wash water along with the regular detergent.

Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. ©2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

Photo courtesy of www.JasonCoblentz.com

lemon polenta Cake is a gluten-free delight that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!