That’s what ChrisJeffries and his family feelsthey have been experienc-ing since the June 8th 2012fire took his family her-itage, investments anddreams.

Chris, Jamie his broth-er, and his father JeraldJeffries of Eden spentmany long hours togetheron what many thought anexpensive hobby, but theyconsidered a labor of love.Cars, trucks, rat rods,cycles, and more. All oftheir spare time was spentcollecting, polishing, paint-ing, upholstering and refur-bishing and showing clas-sic cars and trucks.

In April 2011, Chrisand Jerald took his ’46 Rat

Rod to a Myrtle Beach carshow; not knowing itwould be their last triptogether. Jerald passesaway about a month later.As a healing process, Chrisand his wife Wendy tookthe '49 Lincoln to MyrtleBeach this year 2012, 1year after losing his dad.

When Jerald passedaway in May 2011, hisfavorite jewel, his candyapple red ’49 Lincoln, aswell as his ’33 PlymouthCoupe and two ’57 FordStation Wagons were put instorage behind the home ofhis son Chris. It wasn’talone though; there weremany more classic vehiclesto keep Jerald’s cars com-pany. Also nestled in the

large building were twobeautiful motorcycles, a’63 Mercury Monterey, ’47Oldsmobile, ’71 Mustang,a ’72 Shasta Camper and’68 Scotty Camper, bothfully restored. Odd vehi-cles in the building includ-ed 2 go-carts, a trailer, thefamily lawnmower, about adozen bikes and unimagin-able parts for restorationwaiting to be installed.Two motorcycles, a ’98Honda Shadow and a 2001Harley Road King Classic,which he had just boughtwith cash on Monday,drove home and parked,both burned on Friday.The ’33 Plymouth Coupe,which used to race atDraper Raceway, was fea-tured in the December1971 Hot Rod Magazine,

which was of then unheardof to feature an East-Coastcar. The ‘49 Lincoln hadwon numerous awards andthe developer of theCandy-Apple red paint, JoeBailon, once chose this carfor the best paint job. The’50 Chevrolet was boughtnew from Johnson Motorsin Draper and had been offroad and in storage since1978, with only 32,000actual miles on it.

Another family heir-loom stored inside was a’50 Chevrolet, which wasChris’ great grandfatherscar and had only 32,000miles on it.

All these things alongwith thousands in toolswent up in a column ofsmoke that could be seenfor many miles away while

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Well over a thousand mourners attended the visi-tation and funeral of the young London sisters of Edenin July.

Taylor and Meredith London were killed in anauto accident in July when the car in which they werepassengers left the road, hit an embankment and wentairborne, eventually hitting a tree. The driver, a closefamily friend, Taylor White, 19, was sent to MosesCone Hospital with extensive injuries.

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To build a house with a neighboris more than physical. It’s a spir-itual action, too!

On Sunday, May 6, FirstBaptist Church of Eden hostedthe home dedication for thePatterson family: Roger, Debbieand Joy. Dr. Craig Bowman, pas-tor, reminded those present thatmany unnamed people blessedthe 503 Greenwood Street resi-dence by their labors, donations,or discounts on materials.

On this special occasion, theLadies Mission of First BaptistChurch Draper gave the family atoolbox. Reidsville Bible BookStore provided the Holy Bible.Susan Pruitt’s Home Interior pre-pared a welcome wreath.

Completing its 19th year,Rockingham Habitat forHumanity volunteers and sup-porters have built 18 houses andremodeled seven (7). TheBuilding Team for House #18included Ron Noble and JackBurgart, Coordinators; StuartArcher, Gary Fox, CecilGalloway, Mack Hall, BryceMcCoy, Rob Martin. Nancy Tateand Denise Tuggle assisted.James “Mack” McKinney wasthe volunteer contractor.

Shirley and the late RonaldDeem donated the property. Agrant from Home Savings BankCharitable Endowment providedthe new energy efficient Icyneneinsulation. Hearn & Associates ofLexington NC installed it. King’sChandelier donated interior andexterior lights.

Project contributors includ-ed All About Floor, AdvancedEnergy, B & S Drywall, BudgetTerminate & Pest Control,Builder’s Mart, Inc.; BurnsPainting, City of Eden, ChandlerConcrete Company, ChurchStreet Station, Crawford’sPlumbing Service, Dick’s Drive-In, Domino’s Pizza, Duke Energyand Mike Durham.

Additional assistance wasprovided by ECS Carolinas,LLP; Garrett Masonry, Heat &Air Controllers, Home Depot,King’s Chandelier, LittleCaesars, Lowe’s Home

Improvements, Maddrey EtringerSmith Hollwell Toney, LLP;Martinsville Concrete Products,Inc.; Tom Patterson, Pine HallBrick, McDonald’s, N & LElectric, Ron Noble Cabinets,Reidsville Quarry, Railroad Café,Charles Robertson, RockinghamCounty Tax Department, Subwayof Van Buren Road, Super Mart,Triad Septic Tank Company,Whirlpool Corporation andWomack Electric Supply.

Church and organizationrepresentation included CalvaryBaptist, Caregivers ofRockingham County, ChristianView, Christian WorshipAssembly, Church of theEpiphany, Eden Baptist Church,First Baptist Draper, First BaptistEden, First Church of theBrethren, First PresbyterianEden, First UMC Eden,Leaksville UMC, Lowe’s UMC,McMichael High SchoolDrafting Class, North SprayChristian, Rising Star Baptist,Rockingham County FriendsMeeting, St. Joseph of the Hillsand others not listed on the work-site registry.

The Family Selection Teamand others included Pam Artis,Jim Barko, Mary Bell, LindaHampton, Betty Matthews, JerryMyott, Peggy Nesbit, RhondaRhodes, Gene Robertson, Kenand Joyce Vaughn.

Board of Directors includedGloria Best, President JackBurgart, Kim DePriest, MackHall, Vice President CharleneKing, Treasurer Jerry Myott, RonNoble, Rose Mary Nolan,Deborah Poole, Hazel Puckett,Bill Rose, Denise Smith and JudyWall.

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Letter to the editorDRBA reports Fracking Bill Veto overriden The override of Governor Perdue's veto of the fracking bill

(S820) was heartbreaking, but an indicator of how much we have alldone together. The grassroots support for sustaining a veto was sostrong that fracking supporters had to resort to buying off legislatorsand "parliamentary trickery" to win. We are still strong, and if any-thing can be said about this grassroots movement, it's that we won'tgive up!

Although S820 passed, there is still much need for your advoca-cy and action. Keep in mind that there are at least 2 years beforedrilling could start, and we'll need to work together to continue to pushback against the natural gas industry during that time. Fracking couldalso be a campaign issue for legislators who are up for reelection this fall.

In the short term, here are a few things you can do:Please take a moment to thank your representatives for standing

strong against fracking in NC, if they voted against the override. Especially important to thank are Representative McGrady (R-

Henderson, 919-733-5956, Chuck.McGrady@ncleg.net) andRepresentative Holloway (R-Rockingham/Stokes, 919-733-5609,Bryan.Holloway@ncleg.net) for crossing party lines to vote against anoverride, and Representative Brandon (D-Mecklenburg, 919-733-5825, Marcus.Brandon@ncleg.net) who nearly changed his vote tooverride, but voted to sustain the veto.

Especially important to call in disappointment are RepresentativeHamilton (D-New Hanover, 919-733-5754, Susi.Hamilton@ncleg.net)who voted to override in exchange for a tax credit that will benefit herdistrict, and Representatives Moore (D-Mecklenburg, 919-733-5606,Rodney.Moore@ncleg.net) and Alexander (D-Mecklenburg, 919-733-5778, Kelly.Alexander@ncleg.net) who also voted for the override.

Please support the Dan River Basin Association's StewardshipFund to help address environmental threats to our watershed:http://www.danriver.org/Members/Gifts_Donations.htm

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To the EditorOn a beautiful Saturday afternoon in July the New Concept Republican

Women hosted an Independence Picnic for the members of the RepublicanParty and the candidates running for election in November, 2012. The out-door event was held at the home of Norma Jean and Harry Mckinney . Asguests mingled and talked, Monk Barton was busy at the grill preparing ham-burgers and hot dogs to add to the abundance of food and desserts.

The attendance was a who's who of candidates including Howard Coblefor US Senate, Dan Forest for Lt. Governor, Bert Jones who is aRepresentative in the NC House, Mark Richardson for County Commissionerand Zane Cardwell for County Commissioner and School Board member RonPrice. All candidates were open for questions in a setting that provided "oneon one" conversations which was a refreshing approach to get to know them.

Also present were County Commissioner Craig Travis, Sheriff Sam Pageand representing Will of the People Dot and Jim Bush.

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Chris and family were payingrespects at a friend’s funeral.

Around 6pm Chris receiveda call from his wife Wendy say-ing their garage was on fire andto get home. Unbeknownst tohim, his wife had already burnedher hand trying to gain entrance.As most do Chris downplayed itin his mind as he drove towardshome but as he reached Hilltopon 87 near Eden, his fearsbecame more than reality. Hecould see the column of smokerising from his Pratt Road resi-dence.

A lifetime of work and dedi-cation to detail and restoring thepast came to a sudden end with afire that burned so hot there wasnothing left but burned and twist-ed scrap metal.

Leaksville Rural, Shiloh andMadison fire departments weredispatched to fight the flames,but when all was said and donethe only thing to do was to keepthe house itself and surroundingitems from going up in flames aswell. The Fire Marshall estimateddamages if liquidated around aquarter of a million, not countingthe parts and tools that wereinside

Chris notes that the next daythe community gave such astrong response that it left himspeechless. Neighbors, friends,family and fellow car enthusiastscame to express their sorrow andto lend a hand, some without aword spoken simply put ongloves, grabbed shovels, andbegan sifting through the rubble

for anything they could recognizeas salvageable. Some took timeto just stand and stare in disbe-lief, one saying it goes to showhow temporary “things” are. Butthere wasn’t much to salvage,most went into a huge dumpsteror trucks to carry for the sale ofscrap metal.

His family joined in andChris’ son Alex, 12, was his sav-ing grace, digging into the disas-ter with both hands, never com-plaining. Chris said Alex kepthim sane at times when he justcouldn’t himself see the light atthe end of the tunnel. Aleex hadspent many hours working alongside his father and grandfather inthat building and it meant a lot tohim, too.

During the fire two classiccars were saved from the wreck-age, sustaining thousands in dam-age but recoverable.

Jeffries would like toexpress his appreciation to KevinCoats of Tri-City Group, DavidFleming, Kelly Dickerson, ChrisChambers, Steve Baker and MikeSawyers, they had a very suc-cessful poker run held atSummers Bar & Grill in Eden tohelp the family recover from thefinancial burden the fire put onthem as well as the loss of theirheritage. “I have helped at a lot ofpoker runs in the past with myband, and never knew what thatdonation of time meant to theperson being honored,” saysJeffries, “ How humbling if is forpeople to com to your rescue.”

His friends at the EdenCruise in also pitched in, dedicat-

ing the July event to him and hisfamily, and offers many thanks toTim Lancaster of the EdenCruises and his friends.The fire did approximately$15,000 damage to their homeitself, as well as destroying the40-foot long x 30-foot deep stor-age/garage and 16x40 foot lean-to. The building itself and theLincoln, had some insurance, andJeffries notes that Farm Bureauhas been awesome with helpingwith the claims.

Jeffries notes that the firstpriority is getting the house backto normal, the fire which wasseveral yards away from thehome, still melted the siding, anddamaged the roof and windows.They say some good comes fromevery tragedy, if so, in this caseon of those would be the dedica-tion of friends in the classic carworld. At 10am, the morningafter the fire, Tommy Heffinger,jerry Stratton, Steve Baker andRicky Martin showed up onscene with a rollback truck, tak-ing the injured 1946 Ford RatRod. Even though it was severelydamaged, they worked a miracleand by the next Friday nightsCruise-in the car was brought tothe show, new windshield, newlights, stickers, right down to the’46 Draper City Strip on thefront.

Chris Jeffries and his familyknow there are so many others tothank, family and friends, col-leagues and even total strangers,whom they hope know howmuch their efforts meant to them.

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They opened the doors onJune 12th to an enthusiastic com-munity and began processing alltitle and license plate needs foranyone in the state. No moreputting your info on-line, waiting

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turn to utilize this impressivefacility. No more waiting in longlines to get your tags or your titlework done. Visit this upbeat,beautifully designed office wheremusic and smiling staff membersgreet you. They are eager to helpyou get on your way quickly andefficiently. The Eden site of theNorth Carolina License PlateAgency (NCLPA) is open 9:00a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday throughFriday. They do not close forlunch because they realize this isthe only time some people haveto get their personal businessdone.

J.R. and Gina need the sup-port of the community at large aswell as all of the auto dealershipsin Eden to continue to serve thecitizens. To date they are verydisappointed with the trafficflow. They must process somany transactions to stay afloat.Eden doesn’t want to lose thisfacility due to lack of usage. Ginasays, “We greatly appreciatethose we have served so far andtheir many kind words about ourstaff and office. However, I amafraid if the rest of the communi-ty doesn’t step up and support ourfacility, that Eden could lose thisopportunity.”

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Dewey Frank Ayers, Jr., 69 - EdenRoger “Dean” Amos, 61

Emma Earline Hall Adkins, 78Virginia Cardwell Apple, 90 - Reidsville

Jettie Rogers Baughn, 70 - EdenJohn Wayne Burnette, 77 - Rockingham County

Louis Frye Bondurant, Sr., 84Wilma Ruth Huntsinger Bridges, 87

Bentley Wayne Brim, 6 months old - MadisonIgie DuBois Boyd, 67 - Eden

Doris “Dean” Rakestraw Burgess, 65 - StonevilleLucille Ella Kennon Baker, 84 - Rockingham County

Steve Kenneth Barlow, 63Cecil D. Cardwell, 92 - Mayodan

William Junior Carter, 81 - Rockingham CountyLoretta Page Clymer, 92 - Reidsville

Betty Hobbs Cummings, 77 - ReidsvilleNorman Glenn Carter, 82 - EdenMillard Elmo Daniel "Brah", 73

Inez S. Dillard - EdenClarence Vernon Deaton, 73 - Reidsville

Harold Gene DodsonLoraine Moore Eason, 81

Maggie Mae Coleman Easter, 89 - Rockingham CountyCecil Welborn Edens, 86

Wiley Graham "Corkey" Fields, 84 - EdenMargaret "Maggie" Helen Fagge, 31 - Stoneville

Martha Dunagan Ferguson, 96 - ReidsvilleJohn Hughes Giles

Margie Steele Glidewell, 60Faye Vernon Griffin, 84 - Mayodan

Louis B. Hampton, 62Willard Jackson Hammett, 83 - Reidsville

Alfred Lee Hearp, 83 - ReidsvilleGloria “Jackie” Hawkins Halbrook, 88 - Reidsville

Michael A. Hall, 66 - MadisonChriston Overby Inman, 36 - Eden

Johnnie Jerome Joyce, 91 - MadisonClarence Edwin “Red” Knight, Jr., 61 - Madison

Lynn Stone Kenny, 46Idella P. Lawson

Gracie Comer Lasley, 93 - ReidsvilleMarvin Taylor Lancaster, 88 - Rockingham County

James Curtis “Henry” Landreth, 74 - MadisonLewis Dolphus Lee, 82

Jerry Franklin Landreth, 67 - MadisonLauren Taylor London, 23 - EdenMeredith Ann London, 18 - Eden

Philip Lish, 51Rush E. Minter, 85 - Eden

David E. Martin, 70Frances Richardson Manuel, 74 - Madison

Steve W. Martin, 67 - MayodanBurton S. Matthews, 88 - Eden

Richard “Dick” Mack, 88Brenda Handy Moorefied, 58 - Rockingham County

Barbara Ray Mabe, 77 - EdenTheresa Danette Norman, 41 - Eden

Ruby Caroleen O'Dell, 62Elizabeth Barker Ogburn, 96 - Eden

Jereline Talley O’Bryant, 92 - ReidsvilleJoyce Rae Peterson, 84

Marjorie B. Price, 82 - EdenWillard Odell Paschal, Jr., 72 - Rockingham County

Calvin Paul “Pat” Patterson, 87 - ReidsvilleEdna Strader Perdew, 94 - Reidsville

Elizabeth "Lib" LaPrad Poindexter, 71 - RuffinPatsy IvaJean Justice Purdy, 76 - Mayodan

Robert Pass, 69 - EdenHelen E. Pinnix, 81 - Eden

Elmer Cornelius Priddy, 79 - MadisonMsgt. Frederick Reynolds (Ret), 77 - Eden

Alicia Dyan Pace Riddle, 41 - EdenJohn Lloyd Reimer, 69

James Harold Robertson, 90 - StonevilleGrady Johnson Stafford, “Coach Stafford” 81 - Reidsville

Myrtle S. Shropshire, 95 - ReidsvilleVera Vaughn Stanfield, 85 - Rockingham CountyClaude Swanson Scott, 82 - Rockingham County

Jeanette R. Scales, 80 - MadisonIrene Allen Southard, 89 - ReidsvilleNannie Pearl McBride Stevens, 83

Mary Frances Collins Todd, 73 - ReidsvilleJohn Linuel Troxler, 89 - Rockingham County

Jacqueline Hennis Vaden, 82 - MayodanC. Ellis Warf, 63

Clarence William Watkins, 74 - Rockingham CountyJames Hunt Wilder, 74

Barney J. Warren, 86 - EdenLucy Mae Massey Walker, 96

Stacie Elizabeth Bennett Yates, 95 - MayodanMary Elizabeth Hankins Ziglar, 78 - Madison

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LOCAL FAREWELLS...Loved ones who have recently passed away.

NCLPA...Continued From Page 1

Rockingham County Board of Commissioners have lively discussion during the first ONTHE ROAD Commissioners' meeting in Ruffin. The next ON THE ROAD meeting is

scheduled for Aug. 27th at Reidsville City Hall, 230 W. Morehead St. CountyCommissioners are taking official meetings to various sections of Rockingham County

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locations across the County:..AUGUST 27, 2012 – 6:30 P.M.

Reidsville City Hall - 230 W. Morehead Street, Reidsville SEPTEMBER 24, 2012 – 6:30 P.M.

Madison/Mayodan Recreation Center300 S. Second Avenue, Mayodan OCTOBER 22, 2012 – 6:30 P.M.Monroeton Volunteer Fire Dept.

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in Eden, N.C. to the lateLeonard Lee and Noney Barker Rogers.

Jettie worked at Myers Park County Cluband Charlotte Country Club for many year

until she retired. She is survived by her hus-band of 55 years, John Clifton Baughn; sis-ters, Pat Vasser and Jeanette Clark both ofEden; grandchildren, Lee Ann Baughn andAdam Baughn. In addition to her parents,she was preceded in death by a son, John

Baughn, Jr. The Family received friends onJuly 6 at Cavin-Cook Funeral Home. The

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MOREHEAD MEM. HOSPITALPreregistration is required for ALL class-es unless instructed otherwise. MoreheadHospital, of Eden offers many communityEducation Classes, most totally free of chargeto anyone. Call the following numbers fordetails about the listed classes...

INFANT CPR6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 7Morehead Hospital Main ConferenceRoom. A class for expectant parents andgrandparents to learn the basic techniquesof infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation.Demonstrations and practice sessions pro-vided. Instructors certified by theAmerican Heart Association.

• CHRONIC DISEASE MANG.PROGRAMSCardiac Rehab & Maintenance

Morehead Hosp. Diabetes EducationClassroom. Call 336-627-0409, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., to register - Diabetes Management ProgramMorehead Hosp.Diabetes EducationClassroom Call 336-627-0409, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., to register - Pulmonary Rehabilitation ProgramMorehead Memorial Hospital DiabetesEducation Classroom Call 336-627-0409,8 a.m. - 5 p.m., to register

A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE ANDCANCER PREVENTION12:00 noon, Thursday, August 23Morehead Memorial Hospital DownstairsClassroom.Morehead Memorial Hospitalinvites you to join Heather Syrylo withthe American Cancer Society to learnmore about the connection between ahealthy lifestyle and cancer prevention.Healthy lifestyle tips and recommenda-tions. Free and open to the public. Reg. isrequired and lunch will be provided tothose who register by Monday, August 20.To register, please call 336-627-8510.

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ANNIE PENN HOSPITALAnnie Penn Hospital of Reidsville,offers many community EducationClasses, most totally free of charge toanyone. Call the following numbers fordetails about the listed classes...MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUPS- Look Good…Feel Better – Annie Penn Hosp. Female cancer patientsare invited to a FREE beauty makeover.Each female cancer patient receives aFREE makeup kit worth $200. Classes onFirst Wednesday of each month. To reg-ister, call 951-4584.– Total Joint Education Class 2nd Thursday of each month. Informationand demonstrations to patients who areconsidering, or scheduling total knee ortotal hip replacements. Call 951-4357. – Alzheimer’s Support Group 2nd Monday of month from 1 p.m. to 2:30p.m. in South Day Room of the PennNursing Center. For family, friends, andcaregivers of individuals withAlzheimer’s. Call 951-4674.– Free Diabetes ClassesHeld on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in DiningRoom A on Annie Penn Hospital’sGround Floor, and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.in the same location. Each class will cov-ers: Portion size, food labels, carbohy-drate sources, carbohydrate counting, andweight management. No appointmentznecessary. Call Jenifer Kayan, RD, LDNat 951-4673.

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DIABETIC EDUCATION WORKSHOP FOR EVERYDAY LIVINGEden Chamber of Commerce BoardRoom, 3rd Thursday of every month, 3 pm. No reservations necessary, FREEto the public! Pete Crouch, owner ofEden Drug, speaks on different topicsmonthly. Please call the store if you havequestions: 627-4854.

RED CROSS BLOODMOBILESAppointments are strongly recommendedfor donors to get in and out faster. Callfor the nearest bloodmobile 349-3434

WEEKLY WELLNESS HOUR Every Wednesday at 7pm.FREE to Public! Door Prizes! Learnabout health and prosperity. 594 PierceSt, Eden, NC (next to library) 627-4325

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TEEN PARENT SUPPORT GROUPHeld the 3rd Tuesday of each month at6:30pm at Leaksville UMC. For infor-mation, contact Ashley May at 623-6002.

FRIENDSHIP MINISTRYOsborne Baptist Church Children’sWorship Area. A ministry for childrenand adults with developmental disabili-ties. 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month -

6-7:30pm. Registration Required - call Kevin Bedard. 336-623-6064 kbedard@osbornebaptist.com

SPECIAL POPULATION DANCEThe Arc Of Rockingham County spon-sors a special population dance monthly(the 2nd Thurs. of month RCC,Whitcomb Student Center. 6:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m. Refreshments. 336-627-7565

FOSTER CARE & ADOPTION SUP.Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month6:30pm- 8:00pm, DSS Conf. Room. Jo Wilson 342-1394

CIVIL AIR PATROLThe Civil Air Patrol (CAP) is seekingvolunteer members to help performemergency services (including search &rescue and disaster relief operations)Aerospace education; and cadet pro-grams for teens. Every Thursday at 6:30p.m. at Shiloh Airport. Call CharlieSpratt at 336-537-3115 or 336-520-7886.

MONTHLY SUPPORTGROUPS

- Alcoholics Anonymous8 p.m., every WednesdayMorehead Mem. Hosp.Dining RoomOpen meeting - for those interested inrecovery from alcoholism. For info. call336-623-9315 or 336-613-2551.- Al-Anon - Fri’s 8pm - Joint meetingwith Alcoholics Anonymous - Rock ofEden Spray Methodist. Wed’s -Morehead Hosp. Dining Room - Circle ofLove - 8 - 9pm- NA (Narcotics Anon.)Meets 5 days a week at the REMMSCOAnnex, 108 N. Main St, Reidsville.Includes a noon meeting on Monday and8 PM meetings Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat.1 hour meetings, open to all.- Alzheimer’s Support Group1:30 p.m., Thursday, July 19Morehead Nursing Center (call for loca-tion) MNC Recr. Services Director at336-623-9712, ext. 2619 or by email atahardy@morehead.org.- Look Good - Feel Better - EDEN10 a.m. - noon, Monday, August 20Smith-McMichael Cancer CenterTo register, call 336-623-9713.- Parkinson’s Disease Support Group2 p.m., Tuesday, August 21Morehead Hosp Main Conf. RoomFor more information call 336-627-6199.- Special Young Adults, A night foradults ages 18-45 with mild or moderatedevelopmental disabilities 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Tues, August 7 & 21Hosp Downstairs Classroom. CallBrenda Moore at 336-623-1077 or 336-613-5174 after 6 p.m.- COMMUNITY OF HOPE CANCERSUPPORT PROGRAM2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 14Smith-McMichael Cancer CenterConference Room. Designed to helppatients and their families/caregivers/friends, cope with cancer. Family con-cerns, financial concerns and spiritualconcerns addressed. For more info, callSusie Pool at 336-623-9711, Ext. 2662.

CLUBS

WENTWORTH RURITAN CLUB Ruritan Club meets 2nd Tuesday eachmonth at 6:30 at the Wentworth UnitedMethodist Church at 6:30pm.Monnette Rich 336-951-2526 or Mary Jo Boswell 336-342-4346

STONEVILLE RURITAN CLUBMeets at the VFW Hut, N. Glenn St.3rd Tuesday or the month - 7pmCall Dot Ellington 573-2093 or Ricky Craddock 336-453-7005

GENEALOGY: The Family HistoryCenter at The Church of Jesus Christ ofLatter-day Saints, 4751 NC 14, south ofEden, open 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Tuesdays and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.Wed..A professional genealogist at theTuesday morning sessions 623-7154.

MINORITY BUSINESS ASSOC.-EDEN Meets 1st Monday of each month at6:00pm - Eden Chamber of Commerce, VanBuren Rd. Call Butch-627-7600

PFC JERRY L. MCKINNEY GROUP- Detachment of Marine Corps LeagueAll Marines, former Marines and theirspouses are invited to attend the monthlymeeting: the 2nd Thursday of each mo.at 7:00 pm at the Leaksville ChristianChurch, 1010 Washinton St., Eden. (nextto Dick’s Drive In) For info call ChetChrismon 336-552-8760

THE DISABLED AMERICANVETERANS Chapter 63 Have a newlocation for their monthly meetings andoffice to conduct business. This locationis in the Agricultural Building located at525 HWY NC 65 in Wentworth, this isthe old Wentworth School. The office isin room 180 and they will be opened forbusiness on June 1st, office hours are10:00 AM until 3:00 PM Mondaythrough Friday and after hours byappointment only for those who cannotget there during regular hours. We areready to help any veteran who needshelp filing a claim for disability with theVA. Contactt 349-6040 or via Email atdavnc63@Yahoo.com. Daniel Apple, Public Information OfficerRockingham County Chapter of the DAV

CHRISTIAN WOMEN’SCONNECTION OF EDENInvites you to our “Trendy Treasures” inMayodan, Thursday, August 16th.The Wray Centre, 432 Bridge St., Eden.Melanie Barnes of Trendy Treasures ofMayodan will have a fashion show usingitems from her shop. Judy Blevins fromWake Forest, NC will tell us about”cheeringeven when life has given you nothing tocheer about.” Music by Marie Fox.$10 at the Door. Call Shelby Baker 939-2230 or Mary Robertson 342-1524 for res.

MOPS- Reidsville MOPS - Contact Kelly at 348-1634 for more info - Rockingham MOPS - Contact Heidi at 427-2712 for more info

“JOSHUA’S TROOPS” (Madison)Meet every 2nd Thursday of month8:30am at the Dan Valley Com. Bldg You Do Not have to be a vet to attend.

RC AMATEUR RADIO CLUBMonthly Meetings held 7pm on the3rd Tuesday of month. Red Cross Bldg -3692 NC Hwy 14, Reidsville. 573-3317 or 548-2027

EDEN EVENING LION’S CLUB Invites you to visit and join! They meetevery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of month atSantana’s, Eden at 6:30am.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 254Starting in August – monthly meetingson Second Saturdays at 10 am at thelegion.So . . . August 11 at 10 am.For more information, call Richard at623-8122 and leave a message.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 79 -Reidsville, Meets the 1st Monday eachmonth at 7pm at the post located behindAuto Zone in Reidsville. 336-342-6433.

GOODWILL RESOURCE CENTERGED, Intro to Computers, ESL, Adv.Computer, Employability Skills (HRD)classes Network Room, ResumeAssistance. • Eden - Call 336-637-1010 or 336 623-3007 to reg.• Reidsville. Call 336-637-1010 to regis-ter Employability Skills, GED Classes

AMVETS- Local group. All Veteransand service men & women welcome.Willard (Woody) Waters at 635-1786 orwoodyeee@embarqmail.com

NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERALEMPLOYEES – Rockingham CountyChapter 1161 – meets the thirdWednesday of everymonth at the MAYFLOWER SEAFOODRESTAURANT 1641 Freeway Drive,Reidsville, 11:30 a.m. All federal activeand retired employees & spouses (includ-ing postal and military) are welcome.Call Tom Lovell – 336-623-1081.

APSRC - Monthly meeting for theAnimal Protection Society ofRockingham County (APSRC) heldfrom 2 to 4 pm the third Sunday of everymonth at Hospice of RockinghamCounty, 2150 Hwy 65, Wentworth, inthe patient building to the left. For more information, visit www.apsrc.org, emailinfo@apsrc.org or call (336) 791.4606.

MEALSMEALS WITH FRIENDS! Monday – Thursday at lunch time.Anyone 60 years of age and over Activities, good food & fun Hot Nutritious Lunches, donations aregladly accepted if you are able.• HUNTSVILLE NUTRITION 1151 Sardis Church Rd., Madison

427-5206 Site Manager-Donna Fulp • LEAKSVILLE NUTRITION Bridge St. Rec. 400 Bridge St. Eden Site Managers- Mildred Cochran Kay Ramsey 623-5343 • MAD. - MAYO. NUTRITION Mad. – May. Rec. 300 S Second Ave.,May. - 445-9840 Rita Hunt • REIDSVILLE SENIOR CENTER Reidsville Rec./ RHS Apartment 201 N Washington St., Reidsville Site Manager- Diane Clark 349-9757

• SALVATION ARMY Hungry?Come by and have a meal on us! Mon. thru Fri. 12:00-12:30 at 314 Morgan Rd, Eden - Sun. 9:30 worship, 11am Sunday School.

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Church Events is for Special Occasions that Churches in the countyoffer the public such as Revivals, Music, Guest Speakers,

Programs, Vacation Bible Schools and more. For 10 Lines or less the fee is $10

The listing will be in the public’s hands for a full month, so be sure to tell the public what your place of worship has to offer them.

Call 336-627-9234 and ask for Elizabeth or Lisa.

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WE ARE DOING IT AGAIN! BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIESand Variety of other items. Inviting you to attend our Community

Outreach Event. We are giving away SCHOOL SUPPLIES, Gatorade G-2,and variety of other items. And it is all free! Come see for yourself. It will be our pleasure to serve you on a first come, first serve basis.

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DRBA FIRST SATURDAY OUTING10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 4.5.5-mile float on Dan River in KiblerValley, VA, beginning at a private put-in.Meet at 3121 Kibler Valley Rd. off VARt. 648 (Kibler Valley Rd.) (GPS36.380497W, 80.272012N). Bring boat, life jackets, lunch, and water. Dress in layers of synthetic fabric orwool; be prepared for wind or rain.Free and open to the publicContact: Will Truslow, 336-547-1903,willtruslow@hotmail.com More information: www.danriver.org

FOOTBALL OPENING KICK OFF AT MHSAugust 17th 2012The Eden Evening Lion’s Club &Momrehead High’s Booster Club arepreeparing for 2012 Football Season.The Evening Lion’s club continues toprovide food and refresehemtns at theconcession stand as they have for overtwenty years. They look forward to serv-ing you this season and hope that every-one will come out and support MHSFootball and the concession stand.

River Rats & Pole CatsREUNION

Most of the originals have passedaway and their children and familyare invited to attend and learn howthey lived when there was no TVand cars for everyone, no frills.River Rats - Northside of Smith River Pole Cats - Southside of Smith River

Friday, August 24th 201211am - 2pmat the Whistle Jacket by the River441 Mebane Bridge Road, Eden

DAN RIVER BOAT RACEAugust 4, 2012 – Lindsey Bridge Access, MadisonRace Day - 8:30-10:30 a.m.Check in at Lindsey Bridge Access

11:00 a.m. Race Begins Boats are released at one-minute intervalsfor timed racing. Those entering morethan one timed event should arrive earlyto be placed in front of line! Free shuttleservice between access sites. Pre-Registered - Pick up packet, On-SiteRegistration - $20www.danriverboa-trace.org

EDEN’S CONCERT’S IN THE PARKSat., Aug. 25 - 6:30 p.m. - Veronica JonesSat., Sept. 29. - 6:30 p.m. - The BulletBandFREE Concerts In The Park 2012 atCity Of Eden’s Freedom Park are spon-sored by Eden Parks & Recreation. Eachevent is located on the corner of Stadiumand Edgewood Eden KiwanisAmphitheatre. Bring your lawn chairs orblankets.

THEARTRE GUILD OFROCKINGHAM COUNTY• August 9-10, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.Disney’s Camp Rock Auditions RCC Auditorium in the AdvancedTechnologies BuildingSee our website for additional informa-tion www.tgrc-nc.com• August 17, 2012 from 8:00 p.m. to11:00 p.m. TGRC Sonic Night, 1570Freeway Drive, Reidsville, NCTGRC receives 10% of all purchases

REIDSVILLE DOWNTOWNEVENTS - AUGUSTAug. 3 – Downtown Shopping NightAug 4 – Sidewalk Saturday Aug 9 – Outdoor Movie “War Horse”Aug 10 – Cruise In – DowntownAug 18 – Free Concert – AmericanAquariumAug 28 – Local Spotlight

Date and events are subject tochange and events will be added. Publicparking lots are available in the 200 blockof E. Morehead St. across from the PoliceStation, in the 200 block of Gilmer St., inthe 100 block and 200 block of W. MarketSt., and Market Square. Street parking isreserved for customers and is limited to 2hours. Street parking will be strictlyenforced. Fines increase with repeat park-ing violations. For more informationplease call Reidsville DowntownCorporation 336-347-2307.

REIDSVILLE FITNESS ON THE SQUAREAugust Events2 – CORE with Dr. Matt Taylor7 – Zumba with April or Amy 9 – CORE with Dr. Matt Taylor14 – Zumba with April or Amy 16 – CORE with Dr. Matt Taylor21 – Zumba with April or Amy 23 – CORE with Dr. Matt Taylor28 – Zumba with April or Amy 30 – CORE with Dr. Matt Taylor

GENERALANNOUNCEMENTS

DAN RIVER ART MARKET &GALLERYOpen Thurs’ 10-4 and Fri. 11-2Second Saturdays 11-2 and by appt!Watch for Studio Tour 2013!Artists interested in putting your artworkin can find info here. Find us onFacebook! Sign up for our freeNewsletter!info@artsinrockingham.org

SENIOR DANCE - EDEN Monday, August 27Last Monday of every monthCB Hut on Boone Rd., Eden$5 entry. Door prizes and 50/50.Sponsored by City of Eden Recreation,Everyone welcome. Band starts at 7pm.Free line dance lessons at 6.

COLUMBIAN CENTER DANCERidgeway VirginiaMusic every Monday & Saturday 7pm -9:30pm. For More info call Wayne at 276-340-6212

SENIOR DANCES ATREIDSVILLE EVENTS CENTER Downtown Reidsville @ 223 S. Scales St.- Monday 7:pm - 9:30pmSouthern Breeze - Country Variety featuringEddy Irving on Sax- Tuesday - Bluegrass Night 7pm - 9:30pm- Thursday - Classic Country with the City Limits Band 7pm:9;30pmFor more info contact Bob or Myra Tudor at336-342-6770.

EDEN HABITATRESTORE & OFFICE249 The Boulevard/Irving Ave.ReStore: 1st SATURDAY monthly[8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.].Weekly: MON. and THURS.[1 to 3 p.m.] Find new and used house-hold, construction items. Welcome tax-deductible items and donations. Recyclegoods to benefit buyers and to buildhouses. Call the Office [627-0160] forlarge load or large item pickup.

MUSIC AT THE BARNTuesdays 7pm the doors open at 151Gant Road, Eden. - Bluegrass music &Jam sessions. Free to public. Full August Schedule2nd & 4th Sat., 6pm covered dish - 7pmAug. 7 7:00PM “Debbie & the Pickers”Aug. 11 7:00PM “Hubert Lawson &the Country Bluegrass Boys”Aug. 14 “Southern Gentlemen” Aug. 21 “Grassifieds”Aug. 25 7:00PM “SouthernGentlemen” (Hat Day)Aug.t 28 “Southern Gentlemen” For Information contact Jerry Wilson336-706-1018. or Debbie Wilson 336-706-2144.

CASCADE COMMUNITYCENTER DANCEDoors open 5:30 pm, Concessions avail-able. Music every Friday night: From 7-10 pm by Cascade Express and Friendsand the 1st and 3rd Saturday night isBlueGrass Music.

SENIOR ANIMALS NEED HOMESome really loving dogs at the

Humane Society need your help. Thereare quite a few older dogs that need agood loving home. All are on the smallside, some a little too heavy, but stillsmall breed dogs. Please consider takingone of these dogs into your home. Call336-623-4428 (11am - 4pm Mon, Tues,Thur., Fri. and Sat. Closed on Wed. &Sun.) We Need Volunteers!

NEW BEGINNINGS 653 Washington St., Eden This thrift shop’s proceeds support theRockingham County Women’s Shelter.Please donate your unneeded items. They

especially need Children’s Infant -Toddlers plus women’s Plus Sizes. Theyare also in need of Jewelry (even if bro-ken), Phone: 336-627-5003

SALVATION ARMY -EDEN Donations are accepted at 346 KingsHwy.Mon. through Sat., 10. a.m. - 4.p.m. For information regarding the new storein Eden, please contact Major RobbieRobbins at Robbie.robbins@uss.salva-tionarmy.org or 336-349-4923 ext. 103.

ROCK. CO. HUMANE SOCIETYFREE and Low Priced CATS. Neuteredand all shots. For caring people with goodhomes. Call 336-623-4428, or visit 205Boone Rd., Eden.

MARK YOURCALENDARS

MAYODAN HOMECOMINGFESTIVAL September 8, 2012 –Downtown Mayodan.

ARTS ON THE SQUARE – Sept.8, 2012 – Market Square, Reidsville.http://reidsville.nc.us/marketsquare/

NCSTEP KICK-OFF EVENTAt the Stage behind the Gazebo onMurphy Street, MadisonSaturday, Sept. 15, 2012, 5pm-9pm

RIVERFEST – September 14 & 15,2012 – Washington St. Area, Eden.www.exploreedennc.com

STONEVILLE FALL FESTIVALSeptember 29, 2012 – Downtown

MAYODAN ANTIQUE FESTIVALSeptember 21 & 22, 2012 – Farris Memorial Park, 2878 Park Rd.,Mayodan. www.mayodanantiques.com

REIDSVILLE DOWNTOWNHOMEGROWN FESTIVAL –September 28 & 29, 2012 – Downtown Reidsville.www.downtownreidsvillenc.com

HOSPICE OF R. C. VOLUNTEERTRAINING CLASSESHeld at the Hospice Home CommunityRoom September 25, 27, Oct. 2, 4, 9, 11from 6:oo to 9:00 pm. For more infor-mation, please call Barbara Moore at427-9026 x 402

MADISON HERITAGE FESTIVAl –October 6, 2012 – Downtown Madison.www.madisonheritagefestival.com-Fall Festival – October 27, 2012 –Freedom Park, 121 N. Edgewood Rd.,Eden. www.exploreedennc.com

OLDE LEAKSVILLE SHOPPING DISTRICTWedding Show – November 3, 2012 –Olde Leaksville Shoppiung District, 663Washinton St., Eden. www.exploreeden-nc.com

2ND ANNUAL OPEN DOORSTUDIO TOUR – November 9, 10, 11, 2012 – LocationsThroughout The County. www.artsin-rockingham.org

FALL GOLF OUTINGMorhead Hospital Foundation 12:45Friday, Oct.5, 2012, Oak Hill Golf &event Center(Formerly Meadow Greens)

THEARTRE GUILD OF R.C.• September 8, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.Dracula AuditionsRCC Student Center (downstairs)See our website for additional informa-tion www.tgrc-nc.com• September 9, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.Dracula Auditions.RCC Student Center(downstairs) See our website for information www.tgrc-nc.com• September 14, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.Disney’s Camp Rock PerformancesRCC Auditorium in the AdvancedTechnologies BuildingSee our website for additional information www.tgrc-nc.com• Sept. 15, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.Disney’s Camp Rock PerformancesRCC Auditorium in the AdvancedTechnologies Bldg. www.tgrc-nc.com• September 16, 2012 at 2:30 p.m.Disney’s Camp Rock PerformancesRCC Auditorium in the AdvancedTechnologies Bldg. www.tgrc-nc.com

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A Jewel in the Rough...Mayo State Park

There is a jewel in Mayodan that many have not taken advan-tage of. Located at 500 Old Mayo Park Road, Mayodan, NC (GPS:36.438800, -79.938171) is the Mayo River State Park's interim facil-ity, Mayo Mountain Access, opened to the public on April 1, 2010.

Keith Martin, Park Superintendent, said at although most fundsare targeted at renovating the ponds at present, which have a leak,many plans are on the horizon to make Mayo State Park a diamondfrom the rough.

The entire park is presently 1,967 acres, with Park staff avail-able to provide outreach environmental education programs. Locatedat the site are a park office/visitor contact station, picnic shelter withgrills (accommodates up to 100 and may be reserved), three individ-ual picnic pads each with table and grill, .5-mile loop hiking trail,1.8-mile loop hiking trail, rest rooms, fishing in the ponds (N.C. fish-ing license required - not available on site - and posted creel limitsapply), and maintenance a facility.

Plans for the future include additional land acquisition that tiesin with the property already owned that should afford the park moreroad frontage as well as river access. With trails and parking near theAnglin Mill area on the wish list, as well as campsites and a landtract on Cedar Mountain across from Avalon, this park will be a verypopular place to spend time in nature.

Available year-round is the beautiful Picnic shelter with a largefireplace (firewood not provided) and two large charcoal grills fea-tures twelve tables for seating of up to 100 people. The shelter doeshave electricity available. This includes the nearby restrooms, waterspigot access, hiking trails, fishing pond (catch-and-release; N.C.fishing license required). The shelter is available by reservation fora fee $95 per day; or on a first-come/first-served basis, if notreserved. Reservations made through park office only, in person orcall 336-427-2530.

Martin noted that if there are no reservations for the shelter youare welcome to come anytime during part hours to enjoy the shadeand amenities of the shelter yourself at no charge. Your furry friendsare welcome but any pets on the premises must be on leash.

Upcoming hours of operation are August 8am-9pm, September8am-8pm, October 8am-7pm, November - February 8am-6pm (clos-es Christmas Day)

For more information about Mayo River State Park, please con-tact the Park Office at (336) 427-2530 - 8am-5pm weekdays (Closedstate holidays) or email your requests to mayo.river@ncdenr.gov .

DRBA receives grant from Smith Reynolds FoundationAward Includes $10,000 Challenge to Raise Matching Funds

The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation of Winston-Salem, NorthCarolina has awarded the Dan River Basin Association a $65,000grant to support the organization's North Carolina operations andprograms.

The Foundation has challenged DRBA to raise $10,000 in newdonations. Each dollar donated to DRBA by local businesses and thepublic will be matched by the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation on aone-for-one basis.

Leslie Winner, Executive Director of the Z. Smith ReynoldsFoundation, stated, "The Foundation's Board recognizes that manycommunity members are excited to contribute to local groups wheneach dollar the individual donates is matched by an outside source.Such a matching funds relationship also gives the organization achance to strengthen its relationships with local supporters. DanRiver Basin Association is emerging as a group with great potentialto improve community health and economic well-being and to pre-serve and build on the region's wonderful natural assets."In North Carolina, DRBA is establishing programs in the rural coun-ties of the north-central Piedmont to improve and protect water qual-ity; to encourage sustainable economic development through pro-motion of nature- and heritage-based tourism; and to create outdoorrecreational opportunities for children and adults. DRBA has officeslocated in North Carolina in Eden, Wentworth, and Yanceyville.These offices are made possible by the support of the Z. SmithReynolds Foundation, The Reidsville Area Foundation, and theDanville Regional Foundation.

The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation was established in 1936 asa memorial to the youngest son of the founder of the R.J. ReynoldsTobacco Company. The mission of the Z. Smith Reynolds

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Gov. Bev Perdue todayordered all North Carolina stateflags to be lowered to half-staffon all state facilities from sunriseto sunset on July 3, in tribute tothe N.C. National Guard mem-bers who died in the line of dutyJuly 1st night when their planecrashed en route to South Dakotato assist in battling wildfires.Citizens and local governmentswere encouraged to fly flags athalf-staff as well.

“This tragic loss under-scores the risks and sacrifices ourservicemen and women make ona daily basis,” Gov. Perdue said.“Whether at home or abroad,they leave their families to keepus safe and protect our freedom.Every North Carolinian shouldbe proud of and humbled bythese patrioticA m e r i c a n s ’willingness toput them-selves inharm’s wayevery day.”

Flags Loweredon July 3 in honor of NCNational Guard members killed

Church to honorFirst Responders

First Presbyterian Church ofEden will honor First Responders– police, fire, and emergencymedical personnel – in a specialworship service on Sunday,August 19 at 9:45 am. Membersof the Eden Police Department,Eden Fire Department, EdenRescue Squad, RockinghamCounty Sheriff’s Office, and theNC Highway Patrol inRockingham County have beeninvited to attend this special ser-vice, along with their families,followed by a reception in theirhonor. Each department will berecognized, and there will beprayers for safety and success inthe performance of their duties.

First Presbyterian Church islocated off South Van BurenRoad (NC 14) at the end of ArborLane, behind the Wal Mart. Allare are welcome! Childcare isprovided. Contact pastor PeterN. Smith for more information,or visit the church website at:www.firstpresbyterianeden.org.

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Foundation is to improve thequality of life of the people ofNorth Carolina.

The Dan River BasinAssociation preserves and pro-motes the natural and culturalresources of the Dan RiverBasin through recreation, edu-cation and stewardship. Formore information, please visitwww.danriver.org.

NCFIRE onSupreme Court ruling SB1070

The U.S. Supreme Courthas upheld a crucial portion ofArizona's SB 1070 that requirespolice to check a person'simmigration status whileenforcing other laws if "reason-able suspicion" exists that theperson is in the U.S. illegally.

S.B. 1070 began with 14sections. After all the chal-lenges at several court levels,11 of those sections are stillstanding and the court todayruled against only half of the 12th.

Specifically at issue were 4controversial provisions of thebill, all of which the govern-ment alleged were pre-emptedby federal immigration law andthus violated of the Supremacyclause. The majority of theCourt agreed and 3 provisionswere struck down: 1) the provision which makes ita crime not to register with thefederal government and notcarry a registration card.2) the provision which makes ita crime to solicit work in thestate if not authorized to workin the US.3) the provision which permitsState and local police to arrestsuspected illegal immigrantswithout warrant in some cases.4) the one that was upheldunanimously today by theCourt was the right of police toquestion people about theirimmigration status. May be themost important provision.

Provision 2(B) gives stateofficials the authority to deter-mine an individual's immigra-tion status if reasonable suspi-cion exists that the person is inthe country illegally.

This, coupled with theSupreme Court's previous rul-ing upholding the ability of thestates to institute mandatory E-Verify and see that jobs go tolegal workers, gives NorthCarolina a "green light" to fightthe problems of illegal immi-gration in our state.

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Blue Cross and Blue Shieldof North Carolina (BCBSNC)has awarded RockinghamCounty Cooperative Extension agrant through Nourishing NorthCarolina, a statewide communitygarden effort making local,healthy food more accessible topeople across the state. In June2011, BCBSNC launched theprogram in partnership with theNorth Carolina Recreation andPark Association (NCRPA) tocreate or enhance communitygardens in all 100 North Carolinacounties.

“This grant will allow us toexpand our CambridgeCommunity garden so we canprovide fresh, local produce formore people in our communityand encourage healthy eatinghabits,” said Deborah Crumpton,Rockingham County CommunityGarden Coordinator. “We areproud to be part of theNourishing North Carolina net-work. Our garden in theCambridge Community not onlyprovides healthy food, it also pro-vides a safe area for neighbors towork together, share a publicgreen space and be physicallyactive through gardening.”

North Carolinians continueto face serious health issues, andthe state’s obesity rates remain atalarming levels. In fact, nearlytwo-thirds of adults in NorthCarolina are overweight or obesedue to unhealthy eating and phys-ical inactivity, which is above thenational average . Communitygardens are just one targeted butimpactful way to address healthissues across North Carolina.

“Communities across NorthCarolina are embracing this ini-tiative and rolling up theirsleeves to help North Carolinianseat better and live healthier lives.This is important work thatreaches far beyond the growingseason,” said Brad Wilson, BCB-SNC president and CEO.

The Cambridge Communitygarden began in 2011 throughefforts of the City of Reidsville,

Rockingham County CooperativeExtension, and the ReidsvilleArea Foundation. A special Kid’sGarden Day will be held at thegarden on July 31st for theCambridge Community. Therewill be lots of activities for kidsand their parents at the garden.The Rockingham County HealthDepartment will also partner forthis special day.

By 2014, Nourishing NorthCarolina is expected to ultimatelyprovide North Carolina commu-nities with 190,000 pounds ofproduce, which will enhance thenutritional value of nearly150,000 meals. Just in its firstyear, the program donated morethan two tons of produce to foodshelter and rescue organizationsacross the state

For more information aboutRockingham County’s communi-ty gardens, visit us on facebookhttp://www.facebook.com/pages/R o c k i n g h a m - C o u n t y -Community-Gardens

And for a complete list ofparticipating gardens, visitNCRPA’s Nourishing NorthCarolina webpage atwww.ncrpa.net/NourishingNC.Also, like Nourishing NorthCarolina on Facebook.About BCBSNC:Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina isa leader in delivering innovative health careproducts, services and information to more than3.6 million members, including approximately900,000 served on behalf of other Blue Plans.For 78 years, the company has served its cus-tomers by offering health insurance at a com-petitive price and has served the people ofNorth Carolina through support of communityorganizations, programs and events that pro-mote good health. Blue Cross and Blue Shieldof North Carolina was named one of the World’sMost Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institutein 2012. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NorthCarolina is an independent licensee of the BlueCross and Blue Shield Association. Visit BCB-SNC online at bcbsnc.com.About NCRPA:Founded in 1944, the North CarolinaRecreation & Park Association (NCRPA) is anonprofit education and advocacy organization,dedicated to the advancement of the park, recre-ation and leisure professions in our state.NCRPA empowers park and recreation profes-sionals and citizen board members through edu-cational opportunities that enhance their abili-ty to change lives and impact communities on adaily basis for the citizens of North Carolina.For an overview of the programs and servicesoffered by the organization, visit www.ncrpa.net.

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Premier Pediatrics of Eden willbe holding their Open House,Saturday, August 18, 2012 from 9a.m. to 12 p.m. Premier Pediatrics islocated at 509 S. Van Buren Road,Eden, NC 27288. There will be doorprizes and a bouncy house for chil-dren. Our sponsors include AstraZeneca, Carolina Apothecary,Discovery Place, Deep River,Dollywood, DRS Medical Supply,Eden Drug, Eden’s Own Journal,Eden Police Department, Enfamil,FSC Pediatrics, GrandfatherMountain, Greensboro Grasshoppers,Layne’s Pharmacy, Mitchell’sDiscount Drug, MoreheadPlanetarium & Science Center, NCAquarium, NC Zoo, Partnership forChildren, Sakura Restaurant, SM &OC, Similac, Tweetsy Railroad,Wheels Through Time.

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County Employees feed Camp Carefree

In May, Rockingham County Governmental employees startedcollecting their spare change in jars to sponsor dinner for CampCarefree youngsters on June 21st. Due to overwhelming support,employees served a delicious dinner plus provided a $300 donationto Camp Carefree.

"We have been blessed so we wanted to reach out and make adifference," said the project coordinator Kelly Burton (deputyfinance officer). "County employees gave money for food, drinks,paper products, and desserts plus several businesses contributed."

County employees served dinner to the campers (siblings of

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A total of 41 peoplesigned up to give the gift oflife at Rockingham CountyGovernment’s June BloodDrive. By the end of the June22nd drive, 32 pints of bloodwere collected in theAmerican Red Cross BloodHound. Participants included Rockingham County ManagerLance Metzler and dozens of County employees.

Rockingham County Government’s holiday blood drive ear-lier this year went beyond its original goal of 29 units. A total of50 people came to donate, and 47 productive units of blood werecollected.The Give-A-Life Blood Drives are organized by Risk/SafetyManager Mark Holzer and Legal Services Paralegal CindyHerring.

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Maternal grandparents are: Mr. & Mrs.

Jeremiah Ross and Mr. Howard Roach.

Paternal grandparents are: Ms. Paige Artis

and Mr. & Mrs. Kirkland Artis all of Eden.

Great-grandmother is Mrs. Cozelle Scales

of Eden, N.C.

North Carolina Lawyers Weekly andElon University School of Lawnamed Rockingham County ChiefAssistant District Attorney, JuliaWolf Hejazi, as one of their 2012“Leaders in the Law” award recipi-ents. Hejazi is one of just twenty-fiveNorth Carolina legal professionalswho are receiving the award, whichrecognizes “the most influential indi-viduals within North Carolina’s legalcommunity.”“Julia Hejazi brings an extraordinarydegree of passion and knowledge toour office,” said RockinghamCounty District Attorney, PhilBerger, Jr. “She is well-respectedamong law enforcement, victim-advocate groups, and prosecutorsacross North Carolina, and we areexcited that she is being honored forher work.”Hejazi joined the RockinghamCounty District Attorney’s Office inJanuary, 2007. Prior to her workhere, she represented the N.C.Attorney General’s Office in childsupport matters in Randolph County,and served as a prosecutor inGuilford County for more than tenyears. Hejazi received her law degreefrom Wake Forest University Schoolof Law and has a Masters Degreefrom the University of Louisville.She is married to Dr. Masoud Hejaziand has two children.

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Its that time again—Schoolis about to begin! This sad realityalso means that our summer isalmost over. With school begin-ning Monday, August 13th, justaround the corner, it’s time to fig-ure out what you want for yourchild once that school bell rings.Why not enroll your child in theYMCA’s after-school childcareprogram?

AM Care begins each morn-ing from 6am. Children are takento their school sites by 7:30am bya licensed bus driver each day.For those that par-ticipate in theAM program, cost is $15 perweek.

The childcare program isoffered to all children inKindergarten through 5th grade.Light snacks are provided for allparticipants in the after-schoolcare. Cost for the PM program is$35 per week.

When school ends at2:15pm, you do not need toworry about further transporta-tion. Childcare is provided at theschool sites of Central, Douglassand Leaksville-Spray Elementaryschool. With counselors that arecertified in First Aid and CPR,each have been trained to workwith children and under-standthat it is important that each childreceive just as much structure asfree-time to exert extra energy.Each day children are given timefor homework help and encour-aged to get involved in groupactivities.

It is our desire to makethings as easy as possible foreach parent. A suc-cessful pro-gram takes teamwork, and we arethankful for all you do as guardi-ans and parents in helping ourfacility and school sites runsmoothly. If you have any further

questions or concerns about childcare programs we offer, pleasefeel free to call the front desk at336-623-8496; or e-mail PhilipRae-burn at praeburn@edenym-ca.org; or visitwww.edenymca.org.

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Eden Drug and Local Companies Fill School Backpacks

Once again this year, Eden Drug is offering free backpacks for those children

attending the four Eden area elementary schools—Leaksville-Spray, Douglass,Draper and Central. Starting August 6th, children from these schools can pickup a free backpack and basic school supplies from Eden Drug at its 103 W.Stadium Drive location. The backpacks will be available while supplies last. Atent will be set up outside the pharmacy for those wishing to pick up their back-packs from 10:00am-6:00pm and afterwards inside the pharmacy. Eden Drug isopen Monday-Saturday 9:00am-9:00pm and 1:00pm-6:00pm on Sunday. Whilethe program is geared for K-5 students, no one will be turned away. This year,the backpacks will be multiple colors to accommodate families with more thanone student. Each will have a zipper pull with a place for students to place theiridentification.

The Eden Chamber of Commerce will be collecting school supplies to fill thebackpacks July 16th -August 10th at their 678 S. Van Buren Road location. Youcan drop off supplies from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday-Friday. Items that areneeded include, glue sticks, crayons, wide-ruled composition books and fillerpaper, safety scissors, rulers, copy paper, hand sanitizer and Kleenex. You canvisit area stores to see what other supplies are required by certain teachers. Ifyou donate cash, we will shop for you. Employees of MillerCoors and Gildan arepurchasing and donating school supplies, King’s Inn Pizza and Pizza Hut as wellas others are donating cash. If we purchase in bulk $100 will fill 50 Book Bags.

Eden Drug Owner Pete Crouch was pleased at how successful the programhas been the last two years and is happy to repeat it again in 2012. “This is a waythat Eden Drug can help our community by partnering with other businessesand offering those who need a helping hand a way to provide for their students.It was remarkable to see the sincere appreciation people expressed last year.”

“We invite businesses, civic groups and individuals to help fill the backpacks for our elementary school students. Together we can make a difference byproviding the essential items our students need to be successful in school,” stat-ed Jean Ann Wood of the Eden Chamber.

For more information on the backpacks or how to donate supplies or fundsto purchase supplies, contact Pete Crouch at 336-627-4854 or Jean Ann Wood at336-623-3336.

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Students from RockinghamCounty participated in the HighSchool Robotics Camp held atNorth Carolina A & T StateUniversity during the week ofJuly 9-13. Approximately 20 stu-dents in grades nine through 12participated in learning what it islike to be a robotics engineer.Participants used inquired-basedlearning strategies while demon-strating advanced programmingskills, project management skillsand general team work skills incompleting a common goal. Theculminating event of the five daycamp was an engineering designpresentation by each participant

and their group. This Legorobotics camp was funded by theRockingham STEM (science,technology, engineering andmath) education grant throughthe Golden Leaf Foundation.This summer camp reinforcesand extends the educationalopportunities of interested stu-dents beyond the curriculum ofthe traditional school year. TheRockingham County SchoolsGolden Leaf STEM educationalgrant focuses on the goal ofenhancing the ability of RCSteachers to effectively educatestudents in science, technology,engineering and math.

Students participate in Robitics Camp

Morehead MemorialHospital is pleased to welcomeDr. Christopher Benson toMorehead Digestive Health, 515Thompson Street,Suite C, in Eden. Dr.Benson specializes inthe diagnosis and treat-ment of disorders ofthe gastrointestinaltract, including theesophagus, stomach,small intestine, largeintestine, pancreas,liver, and biliary sys-tem.

Dr. Bensonreceived his medical degree fromSUNY Health Science Center atBrooklyn, in Brooklyn, NY. He

interned and completed his resi-dency training in internal medi-cine at St. Vincent’sHospital–Manhattan in New

York City and complet-ed a fellowship in gas-troenterology atUniversity of SouthAlabama College ofMedicine in Mobile,AL. He is board certi-fied in gastroenterologyby the American Boardof Internal Medicine.

Dr. Bensonoffice is open 8 a.m. – 5p.m., Monday through

Friday. For appointments andconsultations, call (336) 635-6808.

Morhead Hospital welcomes Dr. Benson

Dr. Benson

YMCA Childcare now enrolling

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chronically ill children) at Camp Carefree, located in Stokesdale, off220 North. Since 1986, Camp Carefree has provided a free, one-week camping experience for kids with chronic illnesses.

Dinner volunteers were: Kerry Taylor, Tina Massey, DonnaFulcher, Cindy Herring, Kim Wallace, Amy Land, Mable Scott,Stephanie Kingston, Debbie Swartzlander, Amanda Crumpler, KellyBurton, and Raina & Darryl Holliday. Special thanks for supportfrom: Food Lion in Reidsville & Mayodan, Costco's in Greensboro,Elizabeth's Pizza in Wentworth, Hundley's Convenience Store inStoneville, Barnes Brothers Grading & Paving in Eden, BPG FunCelebrations in Eden, Brenda Sutton, Rebecca Cipriani, and RodneyStewart & Emergency Medical Services.

The entire project was supported by County employees andlocal businesses. No County funds were involved.

Sheriff’sOffice,CarolinaFuels andOthers keepelderly cool

The RockinghamCounty Sheriff’s Office ispartnering with theRockingham County RedCross, WasteManagement, CarolinaFuels, and others; collect-ing donations of NEWFANS to distribute to

elderly Rockingham County citizens in need during the upcomingSummer months. As the hottest part of the year approaches, SheriffPage and his staff want to ensure that elderly citizens have the meansto cool down in order to avoid health issues relating to the extreme heat.

Chris Tuttle, General Manager of Carolina Fuels, Inc. locatedon Highway 14 in Eden, donated 10 box fans to The American Red Crossto help the senior citizens here in Rockingham County beat the heat.

When speaking with Chris he stated, “With record-breakingtemperatures and a heat index that makes even the sun worshiperswish for winter, keeping cool is a must – especially for the elderly.We’re proud to be able to lend a hand to members of our communi-ty that have been so supportive of us!”

Kevin Suthard, Public Information Officer, has partnered withAmerican Red Cross Executive Area Director Rans Triplett to helpin the collection and distribution of the fans to our local senior citi-zens. Detective Bobby Richardson, pictured says that on the numer-ous calls the Sheriff’s Dept. gets this time of year with heat relatedstrokes or illnesses that could have been easily avoided by simplydonating a fan to those less fortunate. If you would like to contributeto the cause either financially or by donating a box fan, please callThe American Red Cross, The Rockingham County Sheriff’sDepartment or Carolina Fuels.

Fans can be dropped off at the Rockingham County Sheriff’sOffice located in the Law Enforcement Canter in Wentworth, NC(actual Physical Address is 170 NC 65 Reidsville, NC). Fans canalso be collected from homes of businesses by flagging one down apassing Deputy Sheriff patrolling your neighborhood or by contact-ing the Sheriff’s Office at (336) 634-3232, at which point a Deputywill come by at their earliest possible convenience to collect yourdonation.

Fans can also be dropped off at the Rockingham County RedCross located at 3692 NC Highway 14 in Eden, the WasteManagement office at 2991 NC 770 in Stoneville, and CarolinaFuels’ office at 856 South Van Buren Road in Eden. In light of therecent heat increase, elderly citizens in need are already calling ask-ing if fans are available… won’t you help?

School administrative moves

Rockingham County Schools (RCS) is pleased to announce newdistrict administrative appointments for the 2012-2013 school year.

Dr. Cindy Corcoran has been named the Executive Director ofthe Exceptional Children’s program.

Dr. Corcoran is currently RCS’ Elementary Education/Title IDirector.

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Notes from RCC

Every year, one instructorfrom each of the 58 colleges inthe North Carolina CommunityCollege System, are nominatedfor the North CarolinaCommunity College Excellencein Teaching award. Of those, 10are chosen as semi-finalists andone of the 10 is chosen as therecipient of the award.

Each of the 58 nominees arecontacted by the state and askedto submit an application to thecommunity college system officein Raleigh. This applicationinvolves a set of difficult ques-tions, vitae submission, and rec-ommendations from students,faculty, and/or staff. From thesubmitted applications, a panel

selects 10 semi-finalists whomust go to Raleigh for a panelinterview. After being selected asRCC’s teacher of excellence lastyear, physical education instruc-tor, Lynne Haynes was thenselected by the state as one of its10 semi-finalists. She received acertificate this spring from theState Board of CommunityColleges and R.J. Reynolds forbeing a semi-finalist in NorthCarolina.

Because of her nominationlast year, Haynes was sent toTexas for a three-day event spon-sored by the National Institute forStaff and OrganizationalDevelopment (NISOD). ThereHaynes was presented with a cer-tificate and medal for being a2012 NISOD Excellence inTeaching award recipient.

“I am grateful to everyonewho took the time to nominateme or write a letter of recommen-dation,” said Haynes.“Receiving the state nominationand the NISOD award has beenan honor on every level.”

Haynes recognized by state, NISOD

Haynes

MILITARY ORDEROF THE PURPLE

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The Military Order ofThe Purple HeartAward was presentedto Cadet CommandSergeant Major JacobHarris of MoreheadHigh School ArmyJROTC on 15 May 2012by Purple HeartAwardee Tom Murterili of NC M.O.P.H. Chapter 638. Thisaward is given to “honor outstanding cadets in the JuniorROTC programs for military and scholastic excellence”.

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The American Red CrossFood Pantry in RockinghamCounty is in need of donationsdue to the increasing amount ofclients requesting assistance. Wecurrently support 600 familiesper month with food and othernecessities.

Right now, our pantryshelves are getting bare. We typ-ically have a fairly steady supplyof food donations from our com-munity; but donations tend todrop off during the summer whilepeople are on vacation and kidsare out of school.

Any non-perishable goodsare welcomed; including cannedvegetables and juice, cannedmeats, canned and dry soups,sauces, pasta noodles, macaroniand cheese, dried beans, rice,crackers, cereal, oatmeal, grits,powdered milk, dried fruit, sugar,flour, peanut butter, jelly, babyformula and baby food.

We also have a walk-in-freezer and cooler, so we canaccept any kind of produce. Weare especially in need of tooth-paste and deodorant.

Any amount given will beappreciated, be it large or small.Thanks for your support.

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Rockingham CommunityCollege announces the followingpersonnel changes: Karen Astuto,an adjunct instructor since 2009,has accepted a full-time teachingposition in the math department.Astuto brings many years ofexperience as a teacher, tutor andintern. She holds a bachelor’sdegree in mathematics fromUNCG.

Jesse Black, senior custodi-an since 1993, retired effectiveJuly 1. Black came to RCC aftera career at Sears in Greensboro.Jane Dunlap, senior accountingassistant, is retiring effectiveAug.1. Dunlap began her careerat RCC in 1989 as assistant book-keeper.

James Gunn began June 18as director of campus security.Gunn has almost 30 years ofexperience with the GreensboroPolice Department in a wide vari-ety including patrol, administra-tive, and instructor. He holds abachelor’s degree in political sci-ence from N.C. State University. Tommy Jones, groundskeepersince 2000, has transferred tocustodian of the Robert C. KeysGymnasium.

Bradley Jordan, adjunctemergency medical servicesinstructor since 2004, has beenpromoted to Emergency MedicalServices Program Coordinator.Jordan has also taught EMS pro-grams at Piedmont CommunityCollege and Forsyth TechnicalCommunity College. He holdsEMT (Basic) and EMT-P(Paramedic) certificates fromRCC and a Level 1 Instructor cer-tification from the N.C. Office ofEMS. In addition to an A.A.S.degree in Emergency MedicalScience, Jordan is pursuing a

bachelor’s degree in BusinessManagement.

Sam Robertson, senior cus-todian since 1999 in theIndustrial Technologies build-ings, is retiring effective Aug. 1. Hannah Sykes, adjunct, tempo-rary full-time and interim Englishinstructor beginning in 2003, hasaccepted a full-time position asEnglish instructor. Sykes holds abachelor’s degree in English witha concentration in professionalwriting and a master’s degree inEnglish.

Robin Thacker, part-time

placement testing coordinatorand reception for the StudentSuccess Center, has accepted afull-time position as records spe-cialist in the StudentDevelopment Records Office.Thacker holds an A.A.S. degreein medical office administration.Terrica Williams, assistant regis-trar, comes to RCC from UNCGwhere she worked in records ser-vices. Williams holds bachelor’sand master’s degrees in businessadministration, a bachelor’sdegree in economics and aninformation systems certificate.

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Retired RockinghamCommunity College facultymembers Susan Clark, TedCurrin and Dr. Penne Prigge wererecently honored at the college asprofessor emeritus. The threeceremonially received the rankduring the July 10 RCC Board ofTrustee meeting.

To be considered for profes-sor emeritus rank, a faculty mem-ber must have made exceptional,long-term contributions to thecollege and community. To date,11 faculty members havereceived this rank.

Clark, a math professor, wasan early advocate for develop-mental mathematics educationwho helped create the develop-mental math video series at RCC.She served as secretary of the NCMathematics Association of TwoYear Colleges, was instrumentalin re-engineering courses whenthe college changed to the semes-ter system, served on a statewidecommittee to develop develop-mental math course descriptionsfor the common course library,and served on various commit-tees and in various capacities atRCC, including faculty represen-tative to the Board of Trustees.Since retiring in 2003, after 26years of service to the college,Clark continues to serve as apart-time instructor. She is anactive member on the board ofthe RCC Retirees Association.

Currin’s 32-year career atRCC included service as aninstructor, program lead instruc-tor and dean in the IndustrialTechologies Division. During histime at the college, Currin helpedfoster partnerships and workingrelationships with local indus-tries, brought innovation to the

classroom, changed curriculumsto reflect industry advancementsand needs, and developed andtaught the first computer-aideddrafting classes for RCC. Inaddition to using his knowledgeand skills to assist with variouscampus projects, Currin servedon various campus committees,created a massive photographicarchival history of student wood-working projects, and activelysought opportunities to developlive projects and hands-on teach-ing aids for area industries. Andwith his eye always on students,his department and the college,Currin helped oversee the Trainand Gain Program, whichbecame MillerCoor’s flagshipeducational program and pro-vides RCC student scholarshipsand equipment in the industrialtechnologies area.

Prigge served 19 years asRCC’s dean of the Humanitiesand Social Science division.Prigge initiated theRCC/Greensboro CollegeElementary EducationPartnership program, developedthe first video conference classesin foreign languages as part ofthe Piedmont Wired Initiative,and developed an articulationagreement with NC A&T StateUniversity for elementary educa-tion, and served on various col-lege committees including thestrategic planning committee.Beyond RCC, Prigge developedan insurance program for the NCCommunity College System’stravel abroad programs, pub-lished works on the role ofwomen in community collegeleadership, reviewed history text-books, and lectured locally andregionally.

Three receive emeritus status

Susan Clark, Ted Currin, Dr. Penne Prigge

Rockingham CommunityCollege instructors stay abreastof the latest technolo-gy and training avail-able in their variousfields of expertise.Will Soyars, assistantprofessor and leadinstructor in the indus-trial systems technolo-gy program atR o c k i n g h a mCommunity College,has earned certifica-tion from NATE (NorthAmerican TechnicianExcellence) as a service techni-cian for air conditioning equip-

ment and systems with solarcomponents such as Ground

Source Heat Pump sys-tems.Having a NATECertified/InternationalGround Source HeatPump Associationaccredited installer isimportant to the collegeand the communitybecause Soyars nowhas expertise in theonly qualified renew-

able energy system availabletoday which makes him a cuttingedge instructor at RCC.

RCC instructor earns impressiverenewable energy certification

Soyars

RCC has personnel changes

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Daphne Wall has been named the K-12 Curriculum Coordinatorand will join the Curriculum and Instruction department. Wall is cur-rently RCS’ Exceptional Children’s Curriculum Coordinator.

Dr. Rodney Shotwell, superintendent of schools, states, “Thesenew assignments will utilize the special talents of Corcoran and Wallto match their skills and strengths with the current needs of the dis-trict and allow us to continue to provide much needed support direct-ly to students.”

Corcoran and Wall assumed their new duties on July 3, 2012.

RCC August EventsAugust is the Month of: Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are the leading cause of blind-ness in the world.National Immunization Awareness Month. Immunization is criticalto maintaining health and preventing life-threatening diseasesamong people of all ages and culture.Aug. 5. Friendship Day. Pull out all the stops and let your friendsknow you truly appreciate them!Aug. 21. National Senior Citizens Day. The official proclamation:“For all they have achieved throughout life and for all they continueto accomplish, we owe older citizens our thanks and a heartfeltsalute.”Senior Aerobics. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in room 110 in the Owens Building. We use a vari-ety of videos in the FREE course.Deco Mesh Wreath. Class will meet August 29 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in Room 102. Supplies: 3 rolls deco mesh, straw wreath,floral pins & wire. Cost: $10. Instructor: Linda WilsonUsing a Cricut Machine. Class will meet Aug. 29 from 1-4 p.m. inRoom 102. Learn the basic techniques as you decorate a hand sani-tizer bottle. Cost: $10. Instructor: Linda WilsonSewing: LAP Quilting. Class will meet August 15 & 22 from 9:00a.m.-12:00 p.m. in Room 102. Fabric is available unless you plan aspecific design. Will need batting & scissors. Refreshments served.Cost: $20. Instructor: Linda Wilson Refreshments will be served ateach of the above craft classes. Call 342-4261, ext. 2163 to register.Adobe Photoshop Intermediate. The class begins August 23 andmeets Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 203 in the OwensBuilding. (No class Sept. 6). Class ends Oct. 18.MS Word 2010 Immediate. Class begins Sept. 11 and meetsTuesdays from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 203 in the Owens Building. Discover West Jefferson. There are unique antiques & collectibles,the Ashe County Cheese Store, & several quaint eateries that spe-cialize in country cooking. Depart C.A.R. August 23, 2012 at 8:30a.m. with an expected return by 6 p.m. Cost is $25 for van trans-portation to be paid by August 3. Call 342-4261, ext. 2163.Myrtle Beach. December 11 through 13, 2012. Trip includes:Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, Alabama Theatre Christmas Show,Dinner at Chesapeake House, 2 nights at the Hampton InnNorthwood, and bus transportation. Costs $170 double, $150 triple.$50 deposit to secure your reservation. Entire amount must be paidby November 2, 2012. Call 342-4261, ext. 2163.Future Trips: 9/20 – Southern Women’s Show in Charlotte10/17 – NC State Fair in Raleigh10/18 - Marby Mills in Meadows of Dan11/08 – D-Day Memorial in Bedford VA.11/15 – Southern Christmas Show in Charlotte

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Jason Word (right) won the $500.00 raffle sponsoredby the DAV and Golden Corral on the 4th of July.

Pictured is the winner receiving his check from GlenJohnson the commander of the Rockingham County

Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans.

Three Morehead High School Army JROTCCadets, Anthony Paul, Justin Rogers and MitchellMason graduated from the NC State TrooperAcademy on 15 June 2012 in Raleigh, NC. CadetPaul was sponsored by the American Legion Post#79 in Reidsville, NC with Cadets Rogers andMason sponsored by American Legion Post#534in Eden, NC.

The purpose of the North Carolina AmericanLegion Student Trooper Program is to create anassociation between our young people and themen and women who are responsible for enforcingthe laws of our State. The American Legionbelieves that our young people have a strong senseof patriotism and a high regard for Law and Order.

The Cadets participated in morning physicaltraining, close order drill, and disciplined conductthroughout the day under the watchful eyes of coun-

selors and instructors. They participated in a widevariety of instructional sessions. They learn the useof police skills, including drug detection, firearmssafety, and precision driving, just to name a few.There are also tours in Raleigh, NC of the Capitol,Legislative Building, Governor's Mansion, and theHighway Patrol Headquarters and Communications

Center. Instructors from the NCHighway Patrol other phases ofLaw Enforcement and relatedsubjects are integrated into theweek's program. If you would like more informa-tion on the program please see thewebsite listed: http://www.nclegion.org/student-trooper.htm

“Panther Pride”Army JROTCgraduate fromNCALSTP

MasonPaul Rogers

On 22 June 2012 MoreheadHigh School Army JROTC“Panther Pride Battalion” had 14cadets graduate from the JuniorCadet Leadership Challenge atOak Ridge Military Academy.After five days of battling theheat and being evaluated on areasof physical fitness, leadership,land navigation, rifle marksman-ship, drown proofing, rappellingand obstacle course the cadetsgraduated with the intent ofbringing the leadership skillsthey were taught and what theylearned from this camp back toMorehead High School for thenext school year.

Several cadets were recog-nized for being the top cadets inland navigation (MeghanLeonard) and in swimming(Bryton Bluth). Other cadets inattendance were: Anthony Paul,Jacob Harris, Justin Rogers,Megan Hurley, Brandon Johnson,Matthew Coe, Mitchell Mason,Breyanna Wilson, DioniciaAlvarez, Alondra Morales, LoganBooth and Amber Kernodle.

Chaperone SheliaThompson, teacher at MoreheadHS was presented a plaque fromthe camp commander for her out-standing efforts in support of thecamp.

Panther Pride Cadets Graduatefrom Junior Cadet LeadershipChallenge

Cadet CPL Dionicia Alvarezrappelling on the 70 foot tower atOak Ridge Military Academy.

Above: Cadets and cadre of MHS Army JROTC

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The Dan River BasinAssociation (DRBA) will paddleon the upper Dan River in KiblerValley near the Blue RidgeParkway for its August 4 FirstSaturday Outing. Meeting at10:00 a.m. at 3127 Kibler ValleyRoad (GPS 36.380497W,80.272012N), participants willput in and take out on privateproperty with the owners' permis-sion.

On the same day, DRBA isco-sponsoring two other events:the Smith River Cleanup inHenry County, beginning at 9:00a.m. and the Dan River BoatRace in Madison, for which reg-istration begins at 8:30 a.m.Information about the cleanupand the race is at www.danriv-er.org.

The 5.5-mile portion of theriver chosen for the FirstSaturday Outing in Kibler Valleyis downstream of the challengingsection where the renownedKibler Valley River Run is heldeach summer. Here the river ismuch gentler.

According to TripCoordinator Will Truslow, "Thisis still a mountain stream wherethe bottom is cobbles and smallboulders. A helmet is recom-mended for personal safety, andkayak skirts will help avoidwaves washing into the cockpit.At only 25 feet or so in width, theriver feels quick, but rapids aresmall and short, and can be man-aged by novice paddlers withsome maneuvering.

Truslow concludes, "Thistrip is not for the first-time pad-dler."

Wayne Kirkpatrick, pastpresident of DRBA, describes thesetting: "Participants in theAugust outing are in for a treat onthis float. This section of the Danoffers boaters a variety ofscenery, with lots of flowers andtrees along the banks.

"After traveling through avacation playground," he contin-ues, "we'll transition to a feelingof gliding into a remote, primi-tive area with the paddler beingthe first explorer of this beautifulstream."

Water in Kibler Valley isreleased from Townes Dam,whose reservoir drives the Cityof Danville's Pinnacles PowerPlant some five miles upstreamof the put-in for the outing. As a"tail-race" stream coming fromthe deep lake behind the dam, thewater is cold enough to make theriver a prime trout-fishingstream. The cool water and shadealong the narrow waterway maybe especially welcome to boaterson a hot summer day.

On a section without officialpublic accesses, DRBA relies onsupport from private landownersto provide access to the river.Kirkpatrick comments, "DRBAis graced by the generosity of theSlate family for providing put-inaccess to the Dan from theirproperty. As riverside landownersthey recognize and support themission of DRBA to preserve andpromote the natural and culturalresources of this region.Partnerships such as this make itpossible for DRBA to reach sec-tions of the Dan River basin'sstreams that are not regularlyavailable to the public."

Take-out for the outing willbe on Sawmill Lane about 100yards downstream of the SawmillLane Bridge.

Participants in the outing areasked to meet at 10:00 a.m. at3127 Kibler Valley Road, Ararat,VA. They should supply boat,paddles, a life jacket for everyboater, water and lunch; wearsunscreen and water-sheddingartificial fabric or wool; and pro-vide a back-up change of cloth-ing. All participants will be askedto sign a waiver.

Boat rentals and shuttle maybe arranged through Three RiversOutfitters of Eden, 336-627-6215, www.3-R-O.com.

Outings and meetings of theDan River Basin Association areopen to the public withoutcharge.

For more information aboutthe trip, contact trip coordinatorWill Truslow, 336-547-1903,willtruslow@hotmail.com For membership and other infor-mation about the Dan RiverBasin Association visitwww.danriver.org.

To reach the put-in from Stuart, VA, take

Route 8 (Salem Highway) South to Route 103(Dry Pond Road). Turn right onto Route 103,and go 9.1 miles to Route 773 (AraratHighway). Turn right onto Route 773, and go1.4 miles to Route 648 (Kibler Valley Road).Turn right onto Route 648, and go 3.1 miles.Cross the first bridge on the Kibler Valley Road,then immediately turn left as you leave thebridge at 3127 Kibler Valley Road.

From US 220 near Stoneville, NC, takeNC 770 West to NC 704, and continue west on704 to intersect with Route 8 North. Turn rightonto NC 8, entering Virginia. Drive 5 miles, andturn left onto Route 103 (Dry Pond Road).Then, follow the above directions.

From Mt. Airy, NC, take Riverside Drivetoward Virginia. At the state line, this becomesRoute 773. Travel through the Ararat communi-ty and proceed to Route 648 (Kibler ValleyRoad). Turn left onto Route 648 and follow thedirections above.

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Get Fit 2gether!Get Fit 2gether! Fitness and Nutrition Programfor Children (Ages 5-14)

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These old photos are from the Francis PhotographyCollection at the Eden Historical Museum. Many of the pho-tos from this collection are as yet unidentified. If you thinkyou know the location or who is in this photo please con-tact the museum at: phone: 336-623-0773, email: edenhis-toricalmuseum@yahoo.com, or visit at: 656 WashingtonStreet, Eden, NC 27288. "

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Cosmetology Haircuts, shampoos, and manicures are availableMonday through Thursday from 8:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Room105 in the Science Building. No appointment necessary; first-come,first served. Call 342-4261, ext. 2163/2192.The Rockingham County Bookmobile The Bookmobile is at theOwens Human Services Building from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. the4th Monday of each month. Books, DVD’s, videos and magazinesare available.Blood Pressure Screening. A nurse from Bayada comes to C.A.R.the 1st Tuesday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in Room110 of the Owens Building.GAMES: Bingo. Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Room110 in the Owens Building. Rook. Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m. in Room 102 in the Owens Building.

Citizen’s Acadamy seeks concerned citizens

Rockingham County residents are encouraged to apply for theCounty's first Citizens' Academy! This free, comprehensive, ten-week program will help Rockingham County citizens better under-stand how Rockingham County Government operates. TheInaugural Fall Classes are from 6 to 8 p.m., every Thursday, Sept. 6– Nov. 8, at Rockingham County Governmental Center, RockinghamCommunity College (RCC), or other locations per topic. Participantsgraduate Nov. 13. The Spring Class is from Feb. through April 2013.Citizens’ Academy applicants must be at least 18 years of age and aRockingham County resident or business owner. Online applicationsand information may be found on the County’s website: http://www.co.rockingham.nc.us/pview.aspx?id=17253&catID=411

Completed applications for the Inaugural Class must bereceived by midnight, Tuesday, July 31, 2012. Chosen participantsare expected to participate with the entire program (each session andgraduation).

Those needing a printed application or more info about theCitizens’ Academy may contact Mable Scott, Public InformationOfficer (PIO), Suite 210, Rockingham County Governmental Center,371 NC 65, Reidsville, NC 27375. Phone: 336.342.8342. Email:mscott@co.rockingham.nc.us.The Citizens’ Academy’s steering committee includes CountyCommissioner Harold Bass, RCC President Michael Helmick,County Manager Lance Metzler, and PIO Mable Scott. TheAcademy was developed:1. To inform, educate, engage, and empower local citizens with athorough, behind-the-scenes view of Rockingham CountyGovernment in order to help grow and develop future CountyGovernmental leaders;2. To personally meet and talk with County elected officials, depart-ment heads, appointed Board/Committee leaders, and staff to betterunderstand how County Government operates. Eventually, this willenable Academy graduates to be actively involved with CountyGovernment;3. To gain a working knowledge about the County’s overall organi-zation, vision, mission, goals, objectives, budget, policies, proce-dures, and day-to-day functions to create civic ambassadors whomay enlighten others about County Government.

A media blitz is being launched to promote the Citizens’Academy throughout Rockingham County to invite residents tocomplete applications. The Fall and Spring Classes will include atotal of 25 participants representing a diversity of RockinghamCounty citizens. Efforts will be made to attempt to meet specialaccommodation or dietary needs. The Board Chairman and theCounty Manager will send a letter to all applicants by mid-August tocommunicate if they will be in the Fall 2012 Class or an upcomingclass.

The Citizens’ Academy will consist of ten programs/toursfocusing on a major County Governmental topic. A short video willintroduce each session followed by County experts. Then, the classwill do a problem solving exercise, hypothetical example, or casestudy. The main dialogue will involve the participants’ solutions andexchanges with the experts. The introductory videos will also serveas educational tools for the general public and will air on theCounty’s YouTube, on RockinghamUpdate, and RCC’s EducationalPublic Access Channel 2.

The ten-week sessions will include:1. Welcome, introductions, purpose, County Board of Commissioners, AppointedBoards/Committees, County Manager, County Government’s orga-nizational chart, County Government 101, Civics in Action2. Geography, History, Population, Culture, Quality of Life3. Law Enforcement, Fire, Emergency Services, Gang Prevention,

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First Presbyterian will behosting the only local perfor-mance of "Red Letter Jesus" withhighly acclaimed performer BradSherrill. This exclusive multime-dia presentation will be at 7pm,Saturday, Nov. 10 at FirstPresbyterian Church, 582Southwood Drive, Eden, NC27288

This performance hasreceived rave reviews from theNew York Times, TheWashington Post, and TheAtlanta Journal for his unique

method of presenting the wordsof Jesus.

We are asking for your sup-port in attendance and sponsor-ship for this world class show inour community. In addition totickets, you will receive promo-tion during the event and in thepost event advertising.Contributions may be madepayable to First PresbyterianChurch and are tax deductible.Sponsorships are available at lev-els of $100, $200, and up. Youwill receive one complimentary

ticket per $100 of sponsorship. Your continued kind support

of our community is appreciatedas Brad Sherrill opens the door tothe Gospel in a method new toEden.

A preview is available atwww.gospelofJohn.com or athttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8aHa9nX5yE.

For more information callPeter N. Smith, First PresbyterianChurch (336) 623-3962 office or(336) 520-0459 cell or email.peter@firstpresbyterianeden.org.

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Kathy W. Hale of the financialservices firm Edward Jones in Eden,NC recently won the firm’s EdwardJones Sr. Founders Award for herexceptional achievement in buildingclient relationships.“It’s truly an honor to be recognizedfor building relationships with thoseclients we serve,” said Hale. “And itis also quite inspirational to receivean award named after a firm legendsuch as Edward Jones Sr. who was soinnovative and recognized the needfor quality financial advice for long-term individual investors.”Edward Jones provides financial ser-vices for individual investors in theUnited States and, through its affili-ate, in Canada. Every aspect of thefirm’s business, from the types of

investment options offered to thelocation of branch offices, isdesigned to cater to individualinvestors in the communities inwhich they live and work. The firm’s12,000-plus financial advisors workdirectly with nearly 7 million clientsto understand their personal goals –from college savings to retirement –and create long-term investmentsolutions that emphasize a well-bal-anced portfolio and a buy-and-holdstrategy. Edward Jones embraces theimportance of building long-term,face-to-face relationships withclients, helping them to understandand make sense of the investmentoptions available today.In January 2012, for the 13th year,Edward Jones was named one of the

best companies to work for by FOR-TUNE Magazine in its annual listing.The firm ranked No. 5 overall andNo. 3 in Large Size Companies.These 13 FORTUNE rankingsinclude top 10 finishes for nine years,consecutive No. 1 rankings in 2002and 2003, and consecutive No. 2rankings in 2009 and 2010. FOR-TUNE and Time Inc. are not affiliat-ed with and do not endorse productsor services of Edward Jones.Edward Jones is headquartered in St.Louis. The Edward Jones website islocated at www.edwardjones.com,and its recruiting website iswww.careers.edwardjones.com.Member SIPC.

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Performance of “Red Letter Jesus” coming to Eden in November

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Gildan, the leading brand ofactiveware apparel in the U.S.printwear market, employsapproximately 300 people at itsEden distribution facility, whichwas established in 2000. It is theprimary distribution center forthe products shipped to its NorthAmerica printwear customerbase. Gildan is one of the largestconsumers of cotton yarn spun inthe United States, and a large per-centage of the yarn Gildan pur-

chases is produced in NorthCarolina. The Gildan distributioncenter in Eden and its employeeswere recently recognized at theNorth Carolina Department ofLabor’s annual Safety Awardsceremony for achieving one mil-lion hours worked without a losttime accident. For the first time,they also received the GoldAward recognizing businesses,which have an accident frequen-cy rate, which is at least 50%

below the industry average. Gildan completed a $22 mil-

lion expansion at its Eden facilityin 2010, which increased storagespace, and added automation andtechnology to better service itscustomers. Products are safelyand securely stacked 35 feet highin the warehouse are that nowfeatures energy managementdevices helping the company toreduce its carbon footprint. Byyear-end, Gildan intends to fur-ther expand the facility by anadditional 63,000 sq. ft. in orderto support future sales growth.The newly expanded facility willbe approximately 1 millionsquare feet in size.

Eden Chamber Of Commerce Member Of The Month

The Rockingham CountyArts Council, a non-profit organi-zation dedicated to promoting thearts and arts organizations inRockingham County, announcesa new board of directors for fiscalyear 2012-2013.

The board officers are: BobWickless, President; AmeliaDallas, Vice President; DenaHarris, Secretary and MaryWatkins, Treasurer. New Boardmembers for 2011-2013 areGerald “GT” Summerlin, RickWall, and Anita Wallace.Continuing on the Board areKaren Pervier, Bruce Mallatrattand Bill Moore.

“With such a professionaland energized board, we arelooking forward to accomplish-ing many new projects and con-tinuing with favorite events forour county with the support ofour Arts Council”, notesExecutive Director KathrynGauldin. “Our board has alwaysbeen extremely dedicated to thecommunity at large and it hasbeen wonderful to work withsuch a devoted and enthusiasticgroup.”

The Rockingham CountyArts Council, Inc. (RCAC) is aprivate, 501 (c) (3) not-for-profitorganization that “is the focalpoint/umbrella organization forthe arts and information about thearts in Rockingham County. Ourmission is to nurture and enrichthe cultural life in RockinghamCounty.” RCAC promotesexcellence in community arts andadvances access to the creation ofart, artful experiences, andactively supports the arts for allthe people of our county. Each year RCAC provides pro-grams, services, and financialand collaborative support formore than 30 arts organizationsand numerous individual artistsin our region, plus more than40,000 program participants andvisitors to RCAC that it servesthrough classes, artist residen-cies, exhibits, festivals, grant pro-grams, technical support, artsadvocacy and information ser-vices.

As one of the oldest artscouncils in North Carolina,Rockingham County ArtsCouncil fills major roles in theregion through which it carriesout its mission:• RCAC operates theRockingham County ArtsCouncil building at 1122 NCHwy 65. in the historic area ofWentworth, a county-ownedfacility• RCAC develops and supportsyear-round, high quality, accessi-ble arts programs, services andinformation for the public and

arts community.• RCAC is the major serviceprovider to the arts and culturalcommunity as the local artsagency and Designated CountyPartner of the NC Arts Councilfor this region. • RCAC advocates for the arts associal and community promo-tions, economic development,education and cultural awarenessby building resources for the artsin Rockingham County. • RCAC operates the Dan RiverArt Market & Gallery, presentingits market for local artists, pro-gramming, exhibits and recep-tions and other services for thecommunity. • RCAC maintains a database oflocal artists and artisans as asource for collaboration and pro-motion of the arts in Rockinghamand develops ways to advancethe artists’ recognition throughmedia and events. • RCAC raises funds to supportcommunity arts events and fundsits grants programs that supportRockingham County arts organi-zations and artists.

The Arts Council is locatedwithin the Dan River Art Market& Gallery, 1122 NC Hwy 65,Wentworth, NC. Hours areMondays, 10-4, Thursdays 10-4,Fridays 11-2, Second Saturdays11-2, special events and byappointment. More informationabout Rockingham County ArtsCouncil programs and givingopportunities are available bycalling 336.349.4039 or online atartsinrockingham.org.

Celebrating 43 years of ArtsIn Rockingham County.

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Day Resource Center4. Public Health,Environmental/ Engineering,Soil & Water Conservation,Code Enforcement, AnimalShelter5. Department of SocialServices, Veterans Services,Youth Services, Head Start6. Cooperative Extension,Business & Technology Center,Partnership for Economic &Tourism Development,Chambers of Commerce7. Board of Elections, Registerof Deeds, Library8. Human Resources,Safety/Risk, Legal,Information Technology,Public Information Office9. Planning/Inspections,Geographic InformationSystems, Airport, TaxDepartment10. SWOT (Strengths,Weaknesses, Opportunities,Threats) Analysis, Finance,Purchasing, Lean Management

Citizens’ Academy partici-pants will complete homeworkassignments from each sessionand evaluations will be done byAcademy students and presen-ters. A final evaluation of theFall and Spring Classes will bepresented to the RockinghamCounty Board ofCommissioners.

TourismDevelopmentAuthoritynames grantrecipients

The Rockingham CountyTourism DevelopmentAuthority (TDA) recentlyapproved a total of $39,000 inmarketing grants to variousorganizations throughout thecounty for marketing localevents and attractions in 2012and 2013. The group also elect-ed new officers for the upcom-ing year.

The Board received 19grant applications and voted tofund a portion of all the appli-cations. There were three neworganizations or events thatsubmitted requests this yearwhile the remaining werereturning applicants.

“The goal of our Board isto try to support everyone asbest we can,” said Robin Yount,vice president of Tourism. “Weare excited about the upcomingevents and we will continue todo all we can to help marketand support our local eventsand attractions.”

“Making these grant deci-sions is a difficult process butwe try to be as fair and consis-tent as possible,” said JohnnyFarmer, chair of the TDABoard. “I think we do a goodjob at supporting as many dif-

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STONEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL REUNION OF THE CLASS OF 1945l-r: Marvin Lancaster, Paul Joyce, Joan King Grogan, Zelma Joyce Scott,

Elizabeth Brown O’Bryan, and Dorothy Smith Shaw.Out of 21 graduates of Stoneville High 1945 class, these six joined for a reunion at Debbie’s

Restaurant in Stoneville to reminisce. All of the graduates either stayed close to home all their lives orreturned as soon as they could from their worldly travels.

When asked who lived furthest away in their lifetimes, Paul Joyce chimed in that he had lived inGermany for two years, winning that competition hands down. Paul was also the only one present whoserved in the military (Army).

Dorothy Smith Shaw was the class Validictorian. There were a few more who couldn’t make it to thereunion. This was the first reunion since their 50th reunion, 17 years prior.

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McMichael's newspaper ThePhoenix Scope received numer-ous awards from the NorthCarolina Scholastic MediaAssociation(NCSMA) in June.

The student newspaperplaced in seven out of eightnewspaper categories in astatewide contest for the 2011-2012 school year, securing it anoverall award of "Distinction"from the NCSMA.

The newspaper took the firstplace award for both news andfeatures, second place for botheditorial and sports, third place in

both advertisingand graphics, andan honorablemention indesign. The onlycategory in whichthe newspaperdid not place wasphotography.

A u s t i nFuquay, a risingjunior, receivedan individual firstplace award forhis editorial car-toons, and rising

junior Luis Hernandez received afirst place award in news.

Macy Ferguson, a 2012graduate, received a third placeaward in news and an honorablemention in reviews, while gradu-ate Lauren Dacal won secondplace for features.

Rising senior Lesley Shafferreceived an honorable mentionfor sports writing.

"I am so proud of all theaccomplishments we got," saidarts editor Anna Waddell, a risingjunior. "We work really hard onour school newspaper, and it iswonderful to see it pay off," shesaid.

Sports editor Ciara Smithsaid, "I really tried hard to make[sports] into a section peopleenjoy reading." A rising junior,Smith said she particularly appre-ciated Waddell's help. Sports is"one of the hardest sections to puttogether. There's no way I couldhave done it on my own."

Adviser Lyn Carlisle saidthat for her, watching studentslearn to solve problems is thegreatest reward. "Naturally, Iwant them to leave my classroomhaving a better understanding ofjournalism and its importance ina democratic society, but I alsoget a kick out of seeing how fairthey've come." For example,Carlisle said she often watchesyoung students who enter theclass shy grow into confident edi-tors who conduct interviews, cre-ate story ideas, and take care ofthe mechanics of creating thenewspaper.

McMichael’s newspaper earns NCSMA awards

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Eden Estates held their Annual Talent Show in June withLucy “Minnie Pearl” Overby taking the top honors with ablue ribbon. Her routine included jokes, and finished offwith the singing of her favorite hymn “Jesus is Tenderly

Calling Thee Home” Lucy is 92 years old and will celebrate her 93rd birthday on July 25th. She has been in Eden Estates a little over 2 years and was pleased to

have several members of her family attend the talentshow to see her take first place.

Morehead MemorialHospital has announced the suc-cessful removal of an ovariantumor from a patient using a newsingle incision procedure utiliz-ing next generation CovidienSILS™ technology.

The procedure was the firstof its kind to be completed atMorehead Memorial Hospital.The tumor was removed througha small incision in the patient’sbelly button. In addition toreproductive system tumors, thetechnique can be used for partialand total hysterectomies, whichare the most frequent surgicalprocedures among reproductive-aged women after cesarean sec-tions.

“The minimally invasivesurgery arena is constantlyevolving and at MoreheadMemorial Hospital we work hardto ensure we are fully equippedto offer our patients the mostadvanced procedures and treat-ments,” said Dr. Kent Hjerpe, anobstetrician/gynecologist withWomen’s Health Centre, 522 S.

Van Buren Road, Eden, who per-formed the procedure. “Thecompletion of our first singleincision procedure is testamentto our dedication and desire to beat the forefront of medical inno-vations that deliver the most suc-

cessful results for our patients.”The SILS™ procedure

offers several advantages,including the use of only oneaccess point, a single 20 mmincision through the belly button,ultimately resulting in the poten-tial for no visible scar and mini-mizing the pain that may be asso-ciated with the additional sites of

entry. By comparison, tradition-al laparoscopic proceduresinvolve three to four ?-inch orsmaller incisions that may leavescars. According to Dr. Hjerpe,the patient may not even see vis-ible evidence of the surgery.

Accomplished by using spe-cialized SILS™ hand instru-ments – manufactured byCovidien – the SILS™ proce-dure is also performed in surg-eries related to bariatric, gas-trointestinal, and urologic condi-tions. Covidien’s SILS™ Port, isavailable for SILS™ proceduresacross multiple surgical special-ties. This instrument, the first ofits kind, replaces the multipleports currently utilized in singleincision surgeries.

“The SILS™ techniqueillustrates that Morehead is, firstand foremost, committed to ful-filling our mission of providingquality care with a commitmentto patient safety and clinicalexcellence,” said W. Carl Martin,President and CEO of MoreheadMemorial Hospital. “By adopt-ing this procedure and othermedical technologies, we willcontinue to ensure that patientsin our community have fullaccess to the latest advance-ments in medicine.”

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On the morning of MondayJuly 16th, 2012, members of theRockingham County Sheriff’sOffice along with the GreensboroPolice Department Bomb Squadresponded to 230 Parker Road inEden after receiving informationthat dynamite had been buriedbehind the residence. This infor-mation was provided by a confi-dential source.

A search of the area wasconducted by the RockinghamCounty Sheriff’s Office and theGreensboro Police Department.Greensboro Police Department

utilized an explosive detectingcanine to aid in the search.Dynamite was located in arecently cleared field behind theresidence. The dynamite wassafely destroyed by means of det-onation by the Greensboro PoliceDepartment Bomb Squad. Thedetonation occurred around2:30pm. Leaksville FireDepartment was called in prior tothe detonation as a precautionarymeasure.

There are no charges and theinvestigation is still ongoing.

Dynamite located in Eden

The Wilkes ScholarshipFoundation Board has agreed totransfer the scholarship funds,management and scholarshipawards to the Eden YMCA. TheYMCA will manage the WilkesScholarship fund in a restrictedfund allowing the name to remainthe same. The reason for transfer-ring the Scholarship to theYMCA is to perpetuate it. Thepurpose of the scholarship wouldbe retained and the name wouldcontinue to be WilkesScholarship.

The Scholarship was estab-lished to honor Bob and LouiseWilkes in 2004. Bob Wilkes hasalways been a giver and he hasbeen giving of himself for thebenefit of others for much of hislife. We know Bob through atleast one of his contributing rolesto our community as a teacher,coach, principal, Sunday Schoolteacher, Church Deacon, Board

member of many CommunityService Organizations as well asa recognized leader in our area.He and Louise have been suchgreat models for each of us andour community.

Donations to the WilkesScholarship will be gladlyreceived through the YMCA at301 South Kennedy Ave. inEden.

Wilkes Scholarship transfered to Eden YMCA

“Senior Living For A New Generation”

The Eden City Councilrecently approved the develop-ment of an Eden Youth Council.This Youth Council will be anadvisory board of the CityCouncil, adopted by ordinance.

Made up of high schoolyouth, the Eden Youth Councilwould provide advice to the EdenCity Council and potentially

other organizations within thecity. The main purpose of theYouth Council is to meet theneeds of the youth within thecommunity, so it is the youthspeaking for the youth.

The Eden Youth Councilwill have five main goals. (1) Bea voice for the youth and set upthe communication path between

a governing body and the youthof the community. (2) Plan pro-jects, set them up and supervisethose projects. (3) Serve as anadvisory committee to the localgovernment. (4) They have anopportunity to become a part oflocal government matters and (5)They will provide information toother committees, serve on com-mittees and contribute to thecommunity in that matter.

The youth learn about theircommunity, civic involvement,teamwork, how to work witheach other for a common good,respect for each other and thework ethics that it takes tobecome responsible citizens. Itgives them an opportunity todevelop leadership skills, prac-tice democracy and it provides aformal role in the decision mak-ing process as well.

The Eden Youth Councilwill consist of young people ages14 to 20, defined as “high schooland college aged students”. TheEden Youth Council will have anactive voice and totally representthe youth within the communitywho want to make a difference.

Youth of various back-grounds are welcomed. If youare between the ages of 14 and 20and live within the MoreheadHigh School Attendance Zoneyou are encouraged to apply. Weare targeting high school stu-dents, non-students, or studentsfrom Rockingham CommunityCollege, private schools or homeschool students who live withinthe Morehead High School dis-trict or the City of EdenExtraterritorial Jurisdiction.

If you are interested or ifyou know of an area youth thatwould be a good representative,please contact SheraleneThompson, Eden City Clerk at336-623-7789, extension 3020 orMolly Norwood, Morehead HighSchool College Advisor at 336-627-7731, extension 63209.

Applications can be pickedup at Eden City Hall City Clerk’sOffice, Morehead High SchoolCollege Advisor’s Office or at theCity of Eden’s Website located atwww.edennc.us. Deadline forturning in applications: August24th. Classes start Sept. 6th.

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ferent organizations throughout the county as we can with the moneywe have. There are several new events planned for the upcomingyear and the Board is excited to see how these will help attract morevisitors to our community.”The 2012-2013 Marketing and Promotional Grants are awarded to:• City of Eden for the Piedmont Pottery Festival• City of Eden for Riverfest• City of Reidsville for the Penn House Wedding Shows• Dan River Boat Race• Eden YMCA for swim meets• Eden YMCA for 2013 tennis tournaments• Madison Heritage Festival• Mayodan Antique Festival• MHS Wrestling Boosters for East Coast Classic• MHS Wrestling Boosters for Eden Holiday Classic Tournament• MHS Wrestling Boosters for Sara Wilkes Invitational Tournament• MHS Wrestling Boosters for Super 32 Challenge• MHS Wrestling Boosters for Mid-East 3-A High School Regionals• Piedmont Folk Legacies for Charlie Poole Music Festival• Reidsville Chamber of Commerce for Moonshine to ChardonnayWine Festival• Reidsville Downtown Corp. for Reidsville Homegrown Festival• Reidsville Downtown Corporation for Shagging at Market Square• Reidsville Downtown Corp. for Tour of Reidsville Bike Race• Rockingham Co. Arts Council for Rockingham County Studio TourDuring the meeting the TDA Board also voted on new officers for2012-2013. These officers will begin their terms in July and include:• B.J. Durham, Chair• Patience Fairman, Vice Chair• Texie Needham, Secretary• Dixie Penn, Assistant Secretary.

Duncan to display artwork inGovernmental Center throughAugust

The county’s Governmental Center artist of the month is FrankDuncan of Madison, NC. Duncan's art will be displayed on the firstfloor walls during the months of July and August. I have placed hisbio below.

Artist Frank Duncan is originally from Efland, NC, in OrangeCounty. He has converted a log tobacco pack house, located on hisproperty at 1640 Duggins Road, Madison, into his workshop and studio.

Frank Graduated in 1972 from the Technical Institute ofAlamance, now Technical College of Alamance, with an AssociateDegree in Technical Illustration. From 1982 until February 1997 heworked as a mechanical draftsman, machine designer and productdesigner for various companies. Frank holds 3 patents from his yearsas a mechanical designer.

In 1997 he decided to pursue his passion, which is art. He cre-ated his company, Artwork of Frank Duncan, and is now paintingand doing custom framing full time. Frank has been commissionedto do paintings of the 25th anniversary of the Stokes Stomp inDanbury, NC, several home places and churches in Stokes County.He was commissioned to do a painting of the Veterans Memorial inKing, NC. This memorial has been in the paper recently because ofthe flying of the Christian flag. His painting was completed beforethe controversy and therefore shows the Christian flag. He has donemany commissioned portraits. Frank has several limited editionprints available such as “Madison Times”, “Virginia’s Buttercups,”“Last Tracks at Seven Island Bridge”, “Crossing Snow Creek” and“New Moon”.

Duncan was featured on Fox 8: Roy's Folks on May 23, 2012(http://myfox8.com/2012/05/23/roys-folks-frank-duncan/) and hispainting of the Central Fire Station in Greensboro was showcased onJune 11, 2012 (http://myfox8.com/2012/06/11/roys-folks-central-fire-station/). To see more of Duncan's work, go to www.artworkof-frankduncan.com

His passion is painting and enjoys taking written and oralinformation along with old photos to recreate historical places in paintings.

County High School Seniors earnmillions in Scholarship offers

The seniors who make up the Classes of 2012 in our district arevery talented in academics, the arts, athletics and more. Combinedthey earned more than $18.1 million in scholarship offers.

The following totals for each high school include academic, ath-letic, military, merit-based and local scholarship offers:McMichael High - $3,429,162 (graduating 209 seniors)

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Morehead High - $6,709,574 (graduating 245 seniors)Reidsville High - $3,305,268 (graduating 191 seniors)Rockingham County High - $4,699,943 (graduating 250 seniors)RCS grand total - $18,143,947

Dr. Rodney Shotwell, superintendent of RCS states, "We arepleased that our high school seniors' achievements have been recog-nized through the offering of more than $18.1 million in scholarshipsfrom institutions of higher education and the military. Especially, weare grateful for the support of our community, our businesses, indus-trial and civic groups working to contribute scholarships for ouryouth. The scope of these awards reflects the capability of our stu-dents in competing academically with seniors across the country.

Thanks to the diligent work of our high school counselors andthe Carolina Advising Corp Advisors, the class of 2012’s impressivescholarship earnings of over $18.1 million is the highest total in RCShistory. The five year total of scholarship offers in our district is$73,524,210. “Their combined efforts have greatly enhanced ourability to help our students find their way and fund college.”

Rockingham County Partnership &TDA launch new Web Site

The Rockingham County Partnership for Economic andTourism Development (Partnership) and the Rockingham CountyTourism Development Authority (TDA) are pleased to launch theirnewly redesigned Web site: www.ncnorthstar.com.

“In keeping up with current marketing trends, our new site hasmore of a social media look and feel to it. Also, we now have theability to keep all the information current by editing the content on adaily basis if necessary,” said Robin Yount, vice president ofTourism for the Rockingham County Partnership.

The Web site is used for marketing Rockingham County forboth economic development and tourism. It features sections on bothareas as well as a news page, information about Rockingham Countyand the Partnership, and a calendar of events. The site also includesthe ability to download all the Partnership’s and TDA’s brochuresand publications.

“Our new site features a lot of direct links to other Web sites andmaps. It also includes a link to our Facebook page and we encour-age people to click the link to ‘like’ us on Facebook,” said Yount.

“This was a joint project of the Partnership and the TourismDevelopment Authority. It was a major project for both organiza-tions in the last year and we are really pleased with how it turnedout,” added Yount.

To view the site, log onto www.ncnorthstar.com or scan thecode with your “smart phone.”

Drop Box to dispose of perscrip-tion pills at Reidsville Police Dept.

The Reidsville Police Department has installed a drop box for

prescription pills on the first floor of the police department.The drop box was obtained by the Reidsville Police Department

and provided by the National Association of Drug DiversionInvestigators. The box is designed for people to drop off theirexpired and/or no longer needed medication. According to recentstatistics, more than seven million Americans currently abuse pre-scription drugs.

Why not just dispose of the drugs by other means? For exam-ple, flushing pills down the drain is discouraged due to environmen-tal concerns. These medications pass through a city’s sewer systemand eventually enter our streams, lakes and rivers, possibly affectingaquatic life. Therefore, it is better to find a safer way to get rid ofthese medications.

People can drop off their prescription drugs 24 hours a day, 7days a week. The prescription drugs can be dropped off with noquestions asked and no paperwork to fill out.

The prescription drug drop box is for prescription drugs, pillsonly. The Reidsville Police Department cannot allow any syringes orliquids to be dropped off in the drug prescription drop box.

According to the Partnership for a Free America, each dayapproximately 2,500 teenagers use prescription drugs to get high forthe first time. This new drop box gives people the ability and oppor-tunity to properly and safely dispose of their unused or old prescrip-tion drugs and assure that they do not get in the wrong hands.

The Reidsville Police Department is located at 220 W.Morehead Street in Reidsville. The drop box itself is located in theentrance to the Police Department, where the elevator is located.

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On Wednesday June 20th,Lieutenants Loren and TabithaWallace began their appointmentas the Directors of The SalvationArmy’s Eden Service Center.Lieutenants Wallace come toEden from the Evangeline BoothCollege in Atlanta, Georgia,where they graduated withdegrees in Practical Ministry.Loren also had the privilege toserve as the Chairman of the col-lege’s Cadet Council for the2011-2012 school year. Upongraduation, both were ordainedand commissioned as officers ofThe Salvation Army.Loren is a native of Spartanburg,South Carolina. Prior to ministrywith The Salvation Army, heworked for UPS and SpartanburgCounty. Tabitha is a native ofGulfport, Mississippi, and herbackground is in early childhoodeducation.

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Sheriff’s officeseeking info onoffensive Banner

On Wednesday July 11th,2012 at 8:19am, the RockinghamCounty Sheriff’s Office receiveda report from the RockinghamCounty Schools AdministrationBuilding located at 511Harrington Highway Eden, NCthat they had discovered a bannerstaked up on their property refer-encing the Reidsville Monumentand the KKK. The banner alsocontained racially offensivewording as well.

The banner was located byan employee of the SchoolAdministration Building as shearrived to work this morningstaked into the ground near theentrance facing the roadway. Shequickly removed the sign andcontacted the Sheriff’s Office toreport what she had found. Thesign is believed to have beenplaced on the property between12:45am and 7am this morning.

Anyone with informationabout who is responsible forplacing this banner at this loca-tion is asked to call theRockingham County Sheriff’sOffice at 336-634-3232 orRockingham CountyCrimestoppers at 336-349-9683.

1. What is the most recentupdate regarding the proposedprivate landfill on the Whittproperty near Eden? Judge A.Moses Massey signed an orderdismissing the Petition of the DanRiver Basin Association and oth-ers contesting the application ofPBK for a Special Use Permit fora private landfill on the Whittproperty near Eden.

2. Explain what the dismissalmeans. The dismissal is "forwant of subject matter jurisdic-tion." "The petition questionedthe sufficiency of the applicationand sought a determination thatthe application was not completeor otherwise ready for review bythe Planning Board or Board ofCommissioners."

3. In essence, what exactly didthe Court rule? The Court ruledthat no final action has beentaken on the application and thatthe petitioners were not "personsaggrieved" by the proceedings sofar in that they have not suffered"special damages" distinct fromthe rest of the community reflect-ing a reduction in the value oftheir property resulting from the"decision being appealed."4. What else did the Court spec-ify? The Court stated that at a"final hearing" on the issuance ofa special use permit, the petition-ers may prove special damage byevidence of "increased traffic,increased water runoff, parkingissues, safety concerns and sec-ondary effects on business prof-its." 5. As far as timing is concerned,how did the Court rule? Ineffect, the Court was ruling thatan appeal before the proof of spe-cial damages at this stage of theproceedings was too early. Inlegal terms, the appeal was not"ripe" for consideration. 6. What about PBK? TheCourt order indicated that PBKhas a right to a public hearing andthat the hearing will be open tothe public and the opportunitywill exist at that time for thePetitioners to raise their "asser-tions and contentions." 7. Did the Court share anyadditional information? Yes,the Court noted that the applica-tion included a cover sheet, a 17page letter addressing numerousaspects of the landfill, 5 appen-dices and 5 plan sheets depictingthe preliminary site plan and thatthe applicant had responded tonumerous questions raised by thePlanning staff. The Court alsofound that to rule otherwisewould give the Petitioners theopportunity to "procrastinate theadministration of justice" throughthe "medium of successiveappeals of intermediate orders."

8. What will the Petitioners orPBK do now? At this time wedo not have an indication as towhether the petitioners willappeal this ruling. Nor do wehave an indication as to whetherPBK will request that a hearingbefore the Planning Board andthen a subsequent hearing beforethe Rockingham County Boardof Commissioners be calendared.9. What happened back in Maywith the private landfill specialuse application proposed byPBK for the Whitt propertynear Eden? An appeal by par-ties opposing the private landfillwas heard on May 23-24th in theRock. County Superior Court. 10. Can you briefly explain theappeal? The appeal was from adecision of the RockinghamCounty Planning Board. Theissues presented were whetherthe Rockingham County ZoningAdministrator should have reject-ed the PBK application for a spe-cial use permit (to operate a pri-vate landfill on the Whitt farm) asbeing incomplete or because theproposed landfill was designed toexceed a height of 35 feet. 11. Can you provide morebackground? This matter is "anappeal on the record" from thedecision of the RockinghamCounty Planning Board (sittingas a Board of Adjustment) whichupheld the decision of theRockingham County ZoningAdministrator that PBK's appli-cation was complete and that a 35foot height restriction is for resi-dential structures and does notapply to the proposed privatelandfill. 12. Did anyone testify at theappeal hearing? No. This hear-ing reviewed matters of recordfrom the hearing before thePlanning Board including testi-mony received at the PlanningBoard hearing. The procedureconsisted of a record of appeal(which includes a transcript of

the Planning Board hearing anddocuments filed with thePlanning Office) being filed withthe court, written briefs beingsubmitted by the attorneys, andthe court listening to oral argu-ment from attorneys.. 13. Could the decision of theCourt on this appeal bereviewed by a higher court?After the Superior Court Judgerules, the losing side could appealto the North Carolina Court ofAppeals. However, it may turnout that the losing side will notseek a further appeal. 14. How many people spokeduring the Public CommentPeriod on April 2nd about thealternative proposal from PBKto partner with the County tojointly operate the County’sexisting Landfill on ShuffRoad? County Commissionersheard a total of 22 speakersregarding the proposal for a pub-lic-private landfill partnershipwith PBK Holdings, LLC andAdvanced Disposal Services, Inc.to operate the County’s existinglandfill on Shuff Road. 15. What does PBK’s proposalto partner with the County tooperate the County landfillinvolve? The proposed public-private partnership involvesoperating, maintaining, andexpanding the existing, publicRockingham County Landfill, onShuff Rd. off of NC 704 betweenMadison and Wentworth as aregional landfill serving a num-ber of near-by counties. 16. Where can we see moredetails of the proposal for theCounty’s existing landfill onShuff Road? Please use thelinks below to view detailsregarding the proposed partner-ship: www.co.rockingham.nc.us Rockingham County LandfillRFP Presentation: Board ofCommissioners Agenda 03-15-2012

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Rockingham CountyGovernmental Center’s Artist ofthe Month is Frank Duncan ofMadison. His art will be dis-played on the GovernmentalCenter’s first floor walls in Julyand August, at 371 NC 65.

Duncan was featured onWGHP/Fox 8: Roy's Folks inMay and his painting of theCentral Fire Station inGreensboro was showcased inJune.

He was commissioned todo paintings of the 25thAnniversary of the StokesStomp in Danbury (severalhome places and churches inStokes County). He was alsocommissioned to do a paintingof the Veterans Memorial inKing. This has recently beenin the news due to the flying ofthe Christian flag. His paint-ing was completed before thecontroversy and therefore showsthe Christian flag.

He has several limited edi-tion prints available: “MadisonTimes,” “Virginia’s Buttercups,”“Last Tracks at Seven IslandBridge,” “Crossing SnowCreek,” and “New Moon.”

Originally from Efland inOrange County, Duncan has con-verted a log tobacco pack houselocated on his property at 1640Duggins Road in Madison, intohis workshop and studio. Hispassion is painting and he enjoystaking written and oral informa-tion along with old photos torecreate historical places in paint-

ings. Duncan graduated in 1972

from the Technical Institute ofAlamance, now TechnicalCollege of Alamance, with anAssociate Degree in TechnicalIllustration. From 1982 untilFebruary 1997, he worked as amechanical draftsman, machinedesigner and product designer forvarious companies. Frank holdsthree patents from his years as amechanical designer. In 1997, he

decided to pursue his passion …art. He created his company,Artwork of Frank Duncan, and isnow painting and doing customframing full time. Contact infor-mation for Frank Duncan: 1640Duggins Road, Madison, NC,336-871-2921.

Tina Massey, who worksin the County Manager’sOffice, has coordinated theArtist of the Month display forover five years at theGovernmental Center and isflexible scheduling the artists.Massey said most artists fea-tured are “usually fromRockingham County, and ifnot, their home county borders

Rockingham County. There isalways a connection of some sortto our County.” Artists interestedin participating in the future maycontact her at 336-342-8101 ortmassey@co.rockingham.nc.us

The Artist of the Month dis-plays “give our artists exposure,experience in displaying, andsometimes helps monetarily. Italso gives the feel of a small artgallery for our staff and citizensthat visit the Governmental

Center,” Masseyexplained.

“The artists arevery appreciative of theopportunity to displaytheir work and are will-ing to work around fel-low artists' schedules asfar as hanging/remov-ing artwork. Theemployees and public

enjoy viewing the various art-work. Many have a favorite artistand buy pieces of artwork on aregular basis.”

To see more of Duncan'swork, go to www.artworkof-frankduncan.com.

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Consigning WomenLots of beautiful items are forsale at Consigning Women, 704Washington Street in Eden.Owners Kim, Abby and Bethoffer clothes, furniture, walldécor, decorative accessories andmore.

Eden Drug –Fill the BackpacksEden Drug is offering free back-packs for those children attend-ing the four Eden area elemen-tary schools-Leaksville-Spray,Douglass, Draper and Central.Starting August 6th, childrenfrom these schools can pick up afree backpack and basic schoolsupplies from Eden Drug at its103 W. Stadium Drive location.Eden Drug is open Mon.-Sat.9am-9pm and 1pm-6pm onSunday. While the program isgeared for K-5 students, no onewill be turned away. Backpackswill be multiple colors to accom-modate families with more thanone student. Each will have a zip-per pull with a place for studentsto place their identification.

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Belladonna Antiques & InteriorsThere are lots of new items beingoffered at Bella Donna Antiquesand Interiors, 646 WashingtonStreet in the Historic Leaksvillesection of Eden. Stop by and seeEddie or Mark.

HomeTrust Bank andHomeTrust Bancshares, Inc.announce completion of success-ful conversion and stock offeringHomeTrust Bancshares, Inc.announced recently that itbecame the holding company forHomeTrust Bank (the “Bank”),in connection with the comple-tion of the Bank’s conversionfrom the mutual to stock form oforganization and HomeTrustBancshares’s related public stockoffering. HomeTrustBancshares’s common stockbegan trading on the NasdaqGlobal Market on July 11, 2012,under the symbol “HTBI”.

HomeTrust Bancshares sold21,160,000 shares of commonstock at $10.00 per share, forgross offering proceeds of$211,600,000. The offering wasoversubscribed in the communityoffering. HomeTrust Bank,including its banking divisions –HomeTrust Bank, Tryon FederalBank, Shelby Savings Bank,Home Savings Bank, IndustrialFederal Bank, CherryvilleFederal Bank and RutherfordCounty Bank, is a community-oriented financial institution with

$1.6 billion in assets as of March31, 2012 offering traditionalfinancial services within its localcommunities through its 20 fullservice offices in Western NorthCarolina, including the Ashevillemetropolitan area, and the“Piedmont” region of NorthCarolina. The Bank is the 11thlargest bank headquartered inNorth Carolina.

The Eden Chamber ofCommerce will be collectingschool supplies to fill the back-packs July 16th -August 10th attheir 678 S. Van Buren Roadlocation. You can drop off sup-plies from 9:00am to 5:00pmMonday-Friday. Items that areneeded include, glue sticks,crayons, wide-ruled compositionbooks and filler paper, safetyscissors, rulers, copy paper, handsanitizer and Kleenex. You canvisit area stores to see what othersupplies are required by certainteachers. If you donate cash, wewill shop for you.

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Project Safe RockinghamCounty (PSRC) a Community andLaw Enforcement Partnershipcontinues to employ a com-prehensive strategy to reducegun related violent crime andto improve the quality of lifefor all residents ofRockingham County. At ourinitial Call meeting Oct 2011)you may recall I shared withthe fourteen violent gangmembers the importance ofthis program to me. My family and Iwere extremely concerned about(PSRC) because we had a grandsonwho at that time was incarcerated.He was an honor student, about tograduate and was a three sport ath-lete with tremendous college schol-arship opportunities. In spite of thisgreat future my grandson unbe-knownst to the family decided tobecome a gang member. He wasarrested and jailed prior to gradua-tion. Having survived five years ofhis young life in prison, he wasreleased March 19, 2012. Currentlyhe has a job and it would appear thathe is seriously pursuing a positivelife style.

I recently sat and talked withmy grandson and asked him whatwere the motivating factors for hisapparent life style changes. Heinformed me that the revelation

came to him while he was incarcer-ated. He stated the he woke up onemorning and decided that he wantedto get out of prison and start his lifeover. He further stated that at that

point he was simply tired ofhis current living conditionsand of prison life. He said,“Prison life is unfit for adog, I know that God givesus unlimited potential and Iwas definitely underachiev-ing. I decided that I wantedto prove to everyone whoviewed black males in a neg-ative light and thought that

prison is a normal situation for themthat they are absolutely wrong. Notonly can I get out and stay out, I canalso function and even prosper as aproductive member of society”. Healso shared with me that a fewimportant keys to getting out ofprison and staying out is to acceptGod. He said one must use his timewhile in prison to work on getting ridof his vices and try to avoid thewrong crowds. He stated that oncehe decided that he was ready toaccept a positive life style he imme-diately began associating with amore positive group. His final state-ment was that one should alwayshave a plan in life. One should estab-lish short term and long term goals.

I am proud of my grandson. Itappears that he is trying to “keep itreal”.

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Every year, every municipali-ty and private corporation with apublic sewer collection and treat-ment system is asked to send in areport for the previous year’sactivities. This is to stay currentwith the types of treatment sys-tems being used, the miles ofpipelines in service, and anyproblems that were reported tothe state by either the collectionsystem or the treatment plantover the last 12 months. This is arequirement by the state for itsrecords, but it is also a way toreport to the citizens in each com-munity what their system is likeand how it has been doing. Manycitizens still do not understandwhat happens after they flush orwhat effect they have on the sys-tem when they flush the wrongthings down the drain. With pub-licizing the “Sewer CollectionSystem Annual PerformanceReport,” we are giving everyonea chance to learn more. This arti-cle serves only as a summary ofthe report, but I urge anyoneinterested to read the report in itsentirety on the city’s webpage atedennc.us under CityDepartments, EnvironmentalServices Department,Wastewater Treatment Division.

Recently, with the help ofDebra Madison in Planning andInspections and her knowledge ofGIS, we have been able to get abetter inventory of our collection

system. We have come to realizethat we actually have approxi-mately 161 miles of pipelineinstead of the 145 previouslythought. This shows that ourcrews are looking over and main-taining even more than we allrealized. This is done by a crewof 13 men overseen by MarkBullins. During the past 12months, their crews responded toand repaired 15 problems causedby inflow and infiltration duringheavy rainfall. This was actuallyanother decrease from the yearbefore. The number was actuallycut in half from the previous year.They also responded to andunstopped 228 sewer lines thatwere blocked by grease, roots ordebris. This was a slight increasefrom the year before, so it showsjust how busy problems in thesystem can keep them. Inbetween making repairs, theywere also able to clean andinspect 18.55 miles of sewermains throughout the city in aneffort to prevent problems beforethey occurred. That was over 3.5miles more than the previousyear. There were still overflowsfrom the collection system thathad to be repaired, but out of allof the problems, only 17 causedoverflows that were seriousenough to report to the state. Thiswas about the same as last yearwhich shows that we are main-taining our system but still have

more work to do to completelystop these overflows from occur-ring.

The treatment system for thecity consists of only one waste-water treatment plant. MebaneBridge Wastewater TreatmentPlant can treat up to 13.5 milliongallons a day, but for the past 12months, the facility only aver-aged 3.288 million gallons a day.Our nine employees continue towork together to efficiently pro-duce a higher quality effluentthan ever before. For the secondyear in a row, we were able toreport no violations for a full 12-month period. The staff does anexcellent job in maintaining andimproving operations, keeping aneye on the little details of eachprocess, and showing a sense ofpride in their work that is hard tofind nowadays.

Unfortunately, we are nowunder a special administrativeorder by the EnvironmentalProtection Agency to stop alloverflows within the system by agiven time frame. It is work thatwas already acknowledged asneeded and planned for, but itspeeds up the timeline for gettingeverything done. The ultimategoal for all of us is to stop anywastewater from reaching ourrivers and that is what we arestriving for.

I still want to emphasize thatwe can’t do all of this alone. Ourcitizens play an important role inkeeping our sewers in good shapeby being aware of how the littlethings they do can either help orharm our system. Our websiteshows tips on dealing withhousehold grease. We try to get acouple of articles a year in thenewspaper informing readers ofthe problems that we are seeingfrequently. We have brochures inCity Hall that explain how awastewater system works so thatcitizens stay informed. We haveeven begun setting up booths atlarge public venues to pass outmore information and give thepublic a chance to ask questions.If anyone has any further ques-tions about our sewer system orwhat they can do to help improveit, please feel free to contact myoffice at 627-1009, ext. 130.

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From The Desks Of

CITY HALL On June 21, AmericanLegion Post 254 honored threeCity of Eden employees at a ban-quet held at the post building.Police Chief Reece Pyrtle andFire Chief Tommy Underwoodwere on hand to present theawards.

Lee Pruitt, a seven-year veteran of EdenPD, was named PoliceOfficer of the Year.Pruitt was chosen toreceive this honorgiven his tremendouscontributions and ded-ication to the citizensof Eden and his fellowofficers. SinceSeptember, he hasbeen a K9 officer. Hetakes the challenges ofbeing a K9 officer seri-ously and trains weeklywith Sadie, his partner.He is on the depart-ment’s SpecialResponse Team, is afield training officerand a gang intel offi-cer. Pruitt is aReidsville native. Hisfamily includes wifeKelly and sons Koleand Kadence. In hisspare time, Pruittenjoys training inmixed martial arts atTeam Roc, where hehas achieved a bluebelt in jujitsu.

Firefighter of theYear was awarded to Joe Powell.Powell has been a full-time Edenfirefighter for seven years andhas been in emergency servicesfor a total of 31 years. He lovesserving and interacting with thecitizens of Eden. In his initialinterview with the Eden FireDepartment, Powell said that forthe first time in his life, he felt asthough the place he was sup-posed to be was the place hewanted to be. According toPowell, “After all these years Istill feel the same.” A native ofBrowns Summit, Powell startedas a volunteer firefighter withNortheast Guilford FD (retiringafter 20 years in 2001), served asa career paramedic with GuilfordCounty from 1981 until 1996 andas a career firefighter withGuilford County from 1996 until2005. He is a certified firefighterinstructor, rescue technicianinstructor, fire driver-operatorinstructor and is an emergencymedical technician. He alsoserves on the city’s Confined

Space Rescue Team. Powell’sfamily includes son Joe, a juniorat Carson-Newman College inTennessee, and girlfriend TraceyUmberger.

Greg Chatham received theVolunteer Firefighter of the Year

award. Chatham saysthat making a differ-ence, no matter howsmall, is what he enjoysmost about his work asa firefighter. Chatham isan Eden native andbegan in fire service asa Spray FireDepartment volunteerin 1978. In 1981, heaccepted the positionof fire prevention andtraining officer. Heworked for the city inthat capacity until1986, when he joinedthe ranks of the Officeof the State FireMarshal under the N.C.Department ofInsurance. He workedas a field training spe-cialist, creating anddeveloping some of thestate’s first fire and res-cue certification pro-grams. Chatham retiredin 2010 from the state,but he has not retiredfrom work. In additionto serving as a secondlieutenant in the EdenVolunteer FireDepartment, Greg is an

instructor at RockinghamCommunity College, teachingfirefighters and squad members.He’s a member of Eden’sConfined Space Rescue Team.Chatham and his wife Sarah livein Eden and have two children.

The American Legion waschartered and incorporated byCongress in 1919 as a patrioticveterans organization devoted tomutual helpfulness. It is thenation’s largest wartime veter-ans’ service organization, com-mitted to mentoring youth andsponsorship of wholesome pro-grams in our communities, advo-cating patriotism and honor, pro-moting strong national securityand continued devotion to its fel-low service members and veter-ans.

The City of Eden is very proudthat these employees were recog-nized for their outstanding com-mitment by such a distinguishedorganization as American LegionPost 254.

Three city employees honored by American Legion

Eden’s “Quilt Lady” Inez O’Dell recently donated 10 quiltsto the city’s police and fire departments. O’Dell made thequilts, specially designed for children, to comfort young

victims of tragic circumstances. Pictured, from left, PoliceChief Reece Pyrtle, Lt. Clint Simpson, Inez O’Dell, Sgt.

Sam Shelton and Fire Chief Tommy Underwood.

The City of Eden is excited to presentits new city seal. The design containselements that represent the naturalbeauty of Eden, while still rec-ognizing its history. The sealhas a new color scheme anddesign that is vibrant, freshand exciting, yet still veryprofessional. This seal shouldremain a relevant symbol ofthe city for as many years as theseal it is replacing. The formerseal had been in place since 1967.

A committee was appointed severalmonths ago to decide on the design.

They started with eight designs andfinally narrowed the selection to

one that was adopted at the JuneCity Council meeting.

This new seal will be seen onall official city documents, sta-tionery, buildings and signs

owned by the City of Eden. Thechangeover will take place over the

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70th Birthday!An older lady decided to give herself a big treat for her significant

70th birthday by staying overnight in an expensive hotel.When she checked out next morning, the desk clerk

handed her a bill for $250.00.She exploded and demanded to know why the charge was so high.

"It's a nice hotel but the rooms certainly aren't worth $250.00 for justan overnight stay! I didn't even have breakfast."

The clerk told her that $250.00 is the 'standard rate', so she insist-ed on speaking to the Manager.

The Manager appeared and, forewarned by the desk clerk,announced: "This hotel has an Olympic-sized pool and a huge confer-ence centre which are available for use."

"But I didn't use them," she said.''Well, they are here, and you could have," explained the Manager.He went on to explain that she could also have seen one of the in-

hotel shows for which the hotel is famous. "We have the best enter-tainers from the world over performing here," the Manager said.

"But I didn't go to any of those shows," she said."Well, we have them, and you could have," the Manager replied.No matter what amenity the Manager mentioned, she replied,"But

I didn't use it!" and the Manager countered with his standard response.After several minutes discussion with the Manager unmoved, she

decided to pay, wrote a check and gave it to him.The Manager was surprised when he looked at the check. "But

madam, this check is for only $50.00.""That's correct. I charged you $200.00 for sleeping with me," she

replied."But I didn't!" exclaims the very surprised Manager."Well, too bad, I was here, and you could have."Don't mess with Senior Citizens!!

Nervous Dad“Just relax”, the hospital staff kept telling Jim, but it was to no

avail. Jim’s wife was in labor and Jim was a nervous wreck. Afterwhat seemed like a week, to both Jim and the hospital staff, a nursecame out with the happy news, “it’s a girl”, she cried. “Thank G-d, agirl”, said Jim, “at least she won’t have to go through what I just wentthrough!”

LegsAn Old man went to the doctor complaining of a terrible pain in

his leg. “I am afraid it’s just old age”, replied the doctor, “there is noth-ing we can do about it.” “That can’t be” fumed the old man, “youdon’t know what you are doing.” “How can you possibly know I amwrong?” countered the doctor. “Well it’s quite obvious,” the old manreplied, “my other leg is fine, and it’s the exact same age!”

IronA blond man entered the emergency room with his two ears

burned. “What happened?” asked the doctor. “Well”, the manexplained, “my wife was ironing clothing, behind my chair while Iwas watching TV. She put down the iron next to the phone and whenthe phone rang I answered the iron.” “Wow that is terrible” respondedthe doctor, and what happened to your other ear?” “Well” the blondguy responded “Right afterwards, the phone rang again!”

FamilyA doctor remarked on his patients, ruddy complexion. “I know”

the patient said “It’s high blood pressure, it’s from my family. “Yourmother’s side, or father’s side?” questioned the doctor. Neither, mywife’s. “What?” the doctor said “that can’t be, how can you get it fromyour wife’s family?” “Oh yeah,” the patient responded, “You shouldmeet them sometime!”

ProkThe leader of the vegetarian society just couldn’t control himself

anymore. He just needed to try some pork, just to see what it tastedlike. So one summer day he told his members he was going on a vaca-tion. He packed out of town, and headed to the nearest restaurant.After sitting down, he ordered a roasted pig, and impatiently waitedfor his delicacy. After just a few minutes, he heard someone call hisname, and to his great chagrin he saw one of his fellow memberswalking towards him. Just at that same moment, the waiter walkedover, with a huge platter, holding a full roasted pig with an apple in it’smouth. “Isn’t that something,” says the leader after only a momentspause, “all I do is order an apple, and look what it comes with!”

RoachesSo these two roaches, Tom and Oscar, are hanging out next to a

dumpster enjoying a snack. “Hey Tom” said Tom to his friend Oscar,“You know that restaurant down the block? I went there yesterday topick up some scraps, and I couldn’t believe how clean it was, I couldpracticably see my reflection through the shiny waxed floor.” “Oscar”hollered Tom spitting the food out of his mouth, “please not while Iam eating!!”

Twister!I thought a thought.

But the thought I thought wasn’tthe thought I thought I thought.If the thought I thought I thoughthad been the thought I thought, Iwouldn’t have thought so much.

Twins!A woman has twins and gives

them up for adoption.One of them goes to a family inEgypt and is named “Ahmal.”The other goes to a family inSpain; they name him “Juan.”Years later, Juan sends a pictureof himself to his birth mother.Upon receiving the picture, shetells her husband that she wishesshe also had a picture of Ahmal.Her husband responds,They’re twins! If you’ve seenJuan, you’ve seen Ahmal.”

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PhotographerAs a professional photographer, Judy takes a lot of pride in her

pictures. Wherever she goes, she brings her pictures with her, to showoff her work. “Wow”, said her host Sandra, “these are really nice pic-tures, you must have a great camera.” Fuming mad at the implicationthat her whole talent came from her camera. Judy waited until the endof the meal and then thanked her host, “thank you the meal was deli-cious,” and then as if an afterthought added, “you must have greatpots.”

Hearing AidWhile working in a post office, a lady barged in complaining that

she got home to find a note from the mail man saying that he tried todeliver a package but nobody was home. “My husband was home allday!”, she fumed. After giving her the package I heard her tell some-body “Oh, I’m so excited, my husbands new hearing aids!”

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vide me with a nice warm, dry house, pet me and take good care of me… THEY MUST BE GODS!’A cat thinks: ‘Hey, these people I live with feed me, love me, provideme with a nice warm, dry house, pet me and take good care of me …I MUST BE A GOD!’

FlowerHarry and Barbra’s marriage has been on the rocks for a while, so

when they hear about a marriage seminar being given in their neigh-borhood they decide to attend. “One of the most important things inmarriage”, said the speaker, “is to get to really know your spouse well.For example,” continued the speaker, “How many of you know what’syour wife’s favorite type of flower?” Harry leaned over to Barbara andwhispered, “it’s gold medal all-purpose flour isn’t it?”

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“It’s A Sweet Season” hasbeen a fantastic year of live the-atre in Rockingham County.Cinderella, Dearly Departed,Little Women – The Musical,Ramona Quimby and WillyWonka were well attended.TGRC would like to thank every-one who participated in theshows either on-stage or off-stage. It takes a large group ofpeople to be able to consistentlyoffer live shows year after year.Some of the most important peo-ple who make the shows possi-ble, include our TechnicalDirector, Jeff Mericle, ourBackstage Coordinator, RobertBurchett, and our SoundTechnician, Andy Fuller.Without these guys, we wouldnot have sets, props, sound, light-ing, and many, many otherthings. There is a quote on theTech page of our website thatsays, “Without techies, actorswould be naked people emotingloudly in the dark.” This is verytrue. The real stars of all of ourshows are the Tech Crew.

TGRC is a non-profit orga-nization and therefore all work isdone voluntarily. These threemen have donated countlesshours to TGRC over the yearsand have done so to further thesuccess of our local communitytheatre in Rockingham County.They are at the warehouse everyTuesday and Thursday nightfrom 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. leading ateam of volunteers designing andbuilding sets, gathering suppliesand tools and painting. They arealso responsible for delivering allthe sets, lights, sound equipment,props and anything associatedwith the shows to the location ofthe show. They set up the initialstage which we call “load in” andat the end of the show they tear itdown “strike” and deliver it backto the warehouse. This is allincredibly heavy and bulky attimes, but I have never heardthem express any negativity.They are always laughing andcracking jokes throughout theentire process. It really makesthese times fun and I haveobserved them having fun too.Although the Tech Crew maychange from show to show thesethree are the consistent backboneof the Tech Crew and they are theindividuals who recruit the othervolunteers to help them. Theyare always looking for more vol-unteers and will welcome anyonewho would like to join the TechCrew. If you think this is an areayou could help and would like toget involved, please go to ourwebsite and see the Tech Crewlink at www.tgrc-nc.com.

Jeff Mericle is the TechnicalDirector for TGRC and wearsmany theatrical hats, includingserving on the Board ofDirectors. Not only does Jeffoversee the technical aspects ofevery show, but over the years hehas also directed shows forTGRC and served as the stagemanager. Jeff has been an activevolunteer with TGRC for sevenyears and is successfully ensur-ing the future of TGRC by offer-ing leadership and advice to the

other Tech Crew volunteers.Robert Burchett has volun-

teered to staff the back stagecrew which we affectionately call“the ninjas” for seven years. Hehas trained many people to workbackstage but is always lookingfor more volunteers. If you areinterested in volunteering back-stage during the performances,please contact him at back-stage@tgrc-nc.com.

Andy Fuller has volunteeredas the Sound Director for fiveyears. He has provided countlesshours of time working throughproblems with sound and lightingeffects. He also serves as thewebmaster for TGRC. Andy islooking for more volunteers forthis area, and welcomes theopportunity to work along sideand train volunteers in this area.If you would like to work withthe sound and/or lights for one ofour shows please contact Andy atafuller@tgrc-nc.com. If youwould rather assist with our web-site, he can always use anyonewith artistic creativity and thewillingness to volunteer theirtime.

The shows get a lot of pub-licity and the performers get a lotof praise and glory, however,these shows would not be possi-ble without the Tech Crew. Wewould like to encourage morepeople in the community to getinvolved with TGRC. Jeff,Robert, and Andy, could alwaysuse additional hands with setdesign and building. They arevery busy the entire season andwelcome anyone who would liketo join in. Check out their pageon the website at www.tgrc-nc.com.

The Tech Crew has created awish list which includes: RadialArm Saw, Pneumatic Framing,Nailer, Roller Stands, MechanicsTool Chest, Pry Bars, Router,Vise, Industrial Sewing Machine,Orbital Sander, Belt Sander,Electric Carving Knife, HotKnife, and Hot Glue Guns. Ifyou have tools to donate or if youhave monetary donations to beused for tools, please contact JeffMericle at production@tgrc-nc.com.

The 2012-2013 season hasbeen announced and the annualflyers will be arriving soon.Let’s get ready to have anotherfantastic year of live theatre.Disney’s Camp Rock will be ourpre-season show. Auditions willbe held at RCC Auditoriumlocated inside the AdvancedTechnologies Building onThursday, August 9, 2012 at 6:30p.m. and Friday, August 10,2012, at 6:30 p.m. The perfor-mance dates will be Friday,September 14, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.,Saturday, September 15, 2012 at2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and onSunday, September 16, 2012 at2:30 p.m.

TGRC is a big family andwe all depend on one another tomake every show a success.Please join our family and beprepared to have the time of yourlife.

TGRC Wraps Up “It’s A SweetSeason” By Dale Smith

On August 4th the much-anticipated Dan River Boat Racereturns to Madison, NorthCarolina for all to enjoy. The daywill begin with registration from8:30 – 10:30am at LindseyBridge Access, and the racebegins t 11am. Boats arereleased at one-minute intervalsfor timed racing. On-SiteRegistration - $20www.danriver-boatrace.org.Those entering more than onetimed event should arrive early tobe placed in front of line! Therewill be free shuttle servicebetween access sites.

Since 1989 the Dan RiverBoat Race has grown into astatewide event. Many paddlershave been racing for years, creat-ing a "homecoming" for many.

Those entering two (2)events will be tagged to start atthe beginning of the race.Enjoy a healthy lunch and enter-tainment while waiting for fellowpaddlers to complete the race.Prizes and awards are distributedat approximately 2:30 (when allpaddlers have completed therace)

Race Rules1. When people in two differentage categories race together,competition will be held in theyounger category.2. Minimum Race Age: 6 Years3. Participants 6-12 years of agemust be accompanied by anexperienced adult.4. Each participant must com-plete a registration form and signthe waiver.5. All children must wear proper-ly fitting life vests. On the Water6. Non-race boats have the rightof way to the left. Watch for fish-ermen and others that are not par-

ticipating in the event.7. Practice water safety.8. DO NOT remove your life vestwhile on the water.9. Do not throw trash into theriver. A trash bag is provided forlitter.10. Keep a safe distance betweenboats.

Finish line: Between buoysat the 704 Access site. Pleaseclear the craft from the stepspromptly upon finishing the raceand load onto appropriate vehi-cle.

Directions• Lindsey Bridge Access: From Greensboro:Follow US 220 North to Madison.From I-40/Airport: Follow NC 68 North until itmerges with US 220 North.Exit US 220 North at the Madison/Wentworthexit. Turn right at top of exit onto NC 704 andcross the bridge. Pass Victory Chevrolet onRight. Continue on 704. Cross bridge at Dan

River. Road becomes NC 311. Continue forapproximately one (1) mile. Cross the creekand turn left on Lindsey Bridge Road. (Look forPine Hall Brick Sign on corner). Continue onLindsey Bridge Road approximately 1/2 mile.Cross railroad tracks and Dan River. Turn rightinto access site.• 704 Access Site: From Greensboro: FollowUS 220 North to Madison.From I-40/Airport: Follow NC 68 North until itmerges with US 220 North.Exit US 220 North at the Madison/Wentworthexit. Turn right at top of exit onto NC 704 andcross bridge. Pass Victory Chevrolet on Right.Continue on 704. Cross bridge at Dan River.Turn right at first stoplight onto Market Street.Turn right at second light onto Murphy Street.Cross railroad tracks and turn right at bottomof hill onto Water Street. Continue underbridge. Access site on left.• From Lindsey Bridge to 704 Access Site: TurnLeft out of Lindsey Bridge Access Site, crossbridge and railroad tracks and continue to stopsign at end of road. Turn right onto AcademyStreet/NC 311. Follow 311 and turn left at thethird stop light onto Market Street. Turn right atsecond light onto Murphy Street. Cross railroadtracks and turn right at bottom of hill ontoWater Street. Continue under bridge. Access siteis on left.

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Associates in ChristianCounseling, a Winston-Salemfaith-based organization provid-ing counseling and psychologicalservices to adults and children,has partnered with a group of cit-izens in Rockingham County toopen a satellite counseling centerin Eden.

The new office will open inlate July and is expected to serveresidents in Rockingham Countyand surrounding areas, includingsouthern Virginia. Jay Slaydon, alocal licensed marriage and fami-ly therapist will be the center’sfirst counselor. Jay’s passion is tomake the counseling office aplace where faith in God andspiritual matters can be a part ofthe therapy process. He is excit-ed about joining the Associatesstaff to encourage and expresscompassion to the people ofRockingham County and south-ern Virginia.

Associates’ director, Dr. JoeVerga, described the partnershipas a remarkable opportunity toreach those in an underservedarea. “Our Rockingham partnershave shown tremendous compas-sion and leadership in their con-siderable efforts,” he said. Theywill also undertake fundraisingefforts to provide client assis-tance for those of limited means.

Associates in ChristianCounseling’s mission is to pro-vide professional mental healthservices to all who seek themregardless of race, creed, orfinancial status. Associates pro-vides a credentialed, professionalstaff of psychologists and coun-selors offering a unique approach

that is tailored to the needs of theindividual client. Because of itsnonprofit status, Associates isable to maintain a ClientAssistance Fund for those withfinancial concerns.

The Rockingham supportersincludes a core group of 18 localcitizens who joined together toestablish a Christian counselingcenter. They approachedAssociates in April seeking apartnership. The group includesdoctors, nurses, a law enforce-ment officer, pastors and others.Charles Knight, who leads thesupporters, stated, “The counsel-ing needs in the Rockinghamcounty area are greater than the

services that are currently avail-able. Associates in ChristianCounseling is a highly esteemedcounseling and psychologicalservices organization. Dr. Vergaand his staff have been most gra-cious and helpful in partneringwith us to bring a Christian coun-seling center to the RockinghamCounty region.” The group hasraised the startup funds for thecounseling center and will helpfund its operation through dona-tions. The office will be staffedand managed by Associates.

Associates in ChristianCounseling is in its 21st year andalso staffs a satellite office inSurry County.

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The Mayodan Preservation League is now accepting applica-

tions for vendors for the 26th annual Mayodan HomecomingFestival scheduled for Saturday, September 8. The festival runsfrom 10:00am until 9:00pm in downtown Mayodan. Highlightsinclude food, arts and crafts, displays, live entertainment, children’srides and activities, Bingo, and more. Reserve your space now foryou, your business, or your organization’s fundraiser. Fees are $25per space, $50 if electricity hookup is needed. For applications call336-548-6776. For general festival information call 336-548-2241.Also visit the Mayodan Homecoming Festival Facebook page formore details.

Dan River Boat RaceJoin us for a fun day on the Dan River on Saturday, August 4,

2012 for the Annual Dan River Boat Race sponsored by theMadison-Mayodan Recreation Department. This will be the 22ndanniversary for people with their canoes, kayaks, and stand-up pad-dleboards to gather from all over NC and VA to compete in differentclasses for trophies. This boat race has something for everyone!

Our sponsors who have made this event possible include: TheRockingham County Tourism Development Authority, Tiremax,Autumn Creek Vineyards and Cabins, Remington Arms, Dan RiverCompany, Dan River Gear Rentals, Charlie’s Soap, All about Floors,Dan River Basin Association, Y & W Farm Center, Three RiversOutfitters, A New Dawn Reality, and A & Y Sales.

This year the race will begin a little earlier at 10:00 a.m. at theLindsey Bridge access site in Madison with 5 minute staggered starttimes. Racers will travel approximately 2.5 miles to the finish lineat 704 Bridge access in Madison. A shuttle will be provided.Trophies will be awarded to winners in each category. Age cate-gories include those 16 and under, 17-39, 40-59, and 60 and over.Boat rentals are available on-site on a first come, first serve basis.Life jackets are also required for everyone participating.

The Pre-registration fee is $20 per person, $5 for an additionalentry (max 2 entries). Registration on site is $25. All participantswill receive a Dan River Boat Race T-shirt.

Kirby Wilkins of Reidsville will be the entertainment at the racefinish, playing all the 1970’s favorites. Food Venders will also besetup at the race finish selling hamburgers, hotdogs, and many othergreat foods and drinks.

Check-in is from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at the Lindsey BridgeAccess site in Madison. For more information and for a registrationform, go to our website at www.danriverboatrace.org or call theMadison-Mayodan Recreation Department at 336-548-9572. Youcan also email Asa Neal at an@mmrecdepartment.org.

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My new race t-shirt says"...Andlet us run with endurance the raceGod has set before us." I notsure how much endurance it tookbut I finished my race, not as fastas I was hoping but I did myselfworthy of my training. The swimwas what I was most worriedabout but it was what I did thebest at this time, 750 meters in awide circle in a lake where youcouldn't see the bottom, Iclimbed out of the lake in 17minute. The bike ride was 15miles long and I kept my averagespeed at 17.8 mph. The run, ahhhthat run, it had rained the nightbefore so the trail was full of treeroots and mud. Total time forswim and transitions and ridesand runs 1:51:01. And yes Iwould do it again tomorrow !

What about you? What racedo you want to run? How muchendurance does it take to get tothe finish line? It seems like late-ly every time I stop to catch mybreath something else has happenthat moves the finish line furtheraway. I get almost there andthink I am good. I can do this. Ihad a true finish line lastSaturday in my triathlon. It wasgreat big and had an announcercall out your name as you ranunder it while people clapped. Ieven had people from Eden drivethe 45 min to the Lake Commackto watch the race, Thanks Neal.Life is not just one race it's manymany races going on at the same

time. Sohow do youknow whenyou are finished?

It's part of life to keep mov-ing forward. The Finish Linekeeps moving too. Somewhereour true and Final Finish Line isout there. Our calling is to keepup the pace until we cross.Sometimes it doesn't make anysense when someone finishesbefore we think they should, it'snot fair we shout to the announc-er. It was too soon for Alicia tofinish her race, she was a beauti-ful soul with lots of good racesbehind her and even better onesahead of her. It was too soon forKevin London's daughters to fin-ish their race, they had such shorttime here on Earth. Why do wekeep "running"? It doesn't seemlike we have any chance of win-ning.

People like Alicia and theLondon sisters are why weshould "run with endurance therace before us". The memories ofthose who have finished theirraces are fuel for us who are stillrunning. I wish every day wecould run thru the big arch withan announcing calling out ournames, it doesn't always happenthat way. Keep running is myadvice. Your finish line is in thedistance and I want you to finishstrong and so does your announc-er.

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To the Editor, citizensand businesses in Eden

Eden Stingers YouthBaseball is embarking on itsinaugural season. We are proud tobe able to provide the opportuni-ty for boys in our community toplay baseball at a more competi-tive level. Another thing we areproud of is that we have beenable to keep registration fees atan affordable level. The successof the Eden Stingers baseballprogram is directly related to ourteam playing in select high quali-ty tournaments and playing onlythe best competition. We will betraveling to many tournamentsthis season against the best com-petition in the state.

Although participants payparticipation fees, we still needsponsors for the team to help withthe teams’ expenses. On behalf ofthe Eden Stingers Baseball team,

I would like to ask you to join usas a sponsor. It is important thatyou understand why funds arerequired. A team participation feehas to be paid for every tourna-ment. We have to provide ourown uniforms, hats, helmets, andother miscellaneous expenses.Unfortunately, we do not receiveany funding from the localmunicipalities or from any otherorganization. We need sponsorswho will help to give our team achance to continue to enhancetheir skills to be able to play atthe college level or higher. I hopeyou will be able to help them.

Please note that any amountwould be welcomed and greatlyappreciated and a donation at thistime would allow you or yourbusiness to take a deduction forthe tax year as we are a 501(c)(3)non-profit-organization. If yourdonation exceeds $100.00, you

will be eligible to place an ad onour banner which is proudly dis-played at all tournaments andteam functions. If you would liketo be a team sponsor with a dona-tion of $500.00 we will placeyour name and / or logo on ourteam’s uniforms and on the ban-ner. If interested in placing an adplease contact Traci Hardwick attracihardwick@yahoo.com orcall at 336-520-1269 for moreinfo. We would like to say ThankYou for taking the time to consid-er supporting the children of thecommunity who are involved inthis great program.

Sincerely,Eden Stingers Youth BaseballProgram134 Grant StreetEden NC 27288

Youth Baseball needs support

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Registration for: RCYFL TackleFootball, RCYFL FootballCheerleaders, RCYFL Flag Football,Youth Volleyball and FarrisMemorial Park Soccer.

The Madison-MayodanRecreation Department is now hold-ing registrations for the followingfall athletic programs. Registrationwill end on Friday, August 10th.-RCYFL Flag Football (1 Team -max. 15 players)

Ages 5-6 (Coed) - Must turn 5 bySeptember 15 and cannot turn 7before September 15-RCYFL Tackle Football (2 Teams –max. 30 players per team)

Tackle 1: Ages 7-9 / Tackle 2:Ages 10-12 - Must turn 7 bySeptember 15 and cannot turn 13before September 15 MedicalPhysical is required-RCYFL Football Cheerleaders (2Squads – max. 30 cheerleaders persquad) Tackle 1: Ages 7-9 / Tackle 2:Ages 10-12 - Must turn 7 bySeptember 15 and cannot turn 13before September 15

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September 15 and cannot turn 16before September 15

Fees: $15.00 for city taxpayersof Madison or Mayodan $20.00 fornon-city taxpayers of Madison orMayodanNon-city taxpayers are required topurchase a User Card - $35.00Individual or $50.00 Family.Volleyball & Flag Football Playersmust purchase jersey for $12.00.Cheerleaders pom poms - $12.00.Cheer Uniforms – To be determined

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Sports Shorts

local football players that received top honors at the Charles Johnson / CarolinaPanthers Football Camp this past June 15- June 18.

They are Wiley Hoover (outstanding offensive Lineman), Tyler Dabbs (outstanding run-ning back and defensive back), Will Dabbs (outstanding Quarterback), Austin Dishmon(outstanding Receiver), Ben Bullins (outstanding Linebacker). The camp was hosted by

current and former Carolina Panthers players as well as coaches from various collegiateprograms. Campers were trained in skill specific for their positions and fundamentals inspeed, agility and game concepts. The awards were voted on by professional players

and coaches. All of these athletes plan to play for Morehead this season.

R i s i n gS o p h o m o r eC a n d i c eCorcoran is partof the Under 15G r e e n s b o r oUnited SoccerTeam that playedin the PresidentsCup nationaltournament inS a c r a m e n t o ,California fromJuly 11th to July

15th. The Greensboro UnitedTeam won the national champi-onship game in double overtime.A press release issued byGreensboro United described thegame as follows:

Playing a play-er down for 70 min-utes and battlingthrough two over-time periods, theGreensboro UnitedU15 Navy Girlsdefeated the DallasTexans, 2-1 to winthe US YouthSoccer PresidentsCup NationalC h a m p i o n s h i ptoday in Sacramento, Calif.

Thanks to an Eynde Frazierstrike from 10 yards, GUSA tooka 1-0 lead late in the first half.But with five minutes remainingin the half, a dubious straight redcard call on GUSA’s RachelSharkey caused the Greensborogirls to play with 10 players forthe remainder of the day. Early inthe second half, the Texans tiedthe game. forcing two 15-minuteovertime periods. GUSA enteredextra time with both momentumand a renewed sense of energy.

Taylor took apass fromFrazier withseven minutesremaining in thefirst overtimeperiod and beatthe Texas keeperfor the 2-1G r e e n s b o r olead. Texas furi-ously poundedthe ball forwardlooking for the

equalizer, but Krystan Coble wasable to turn away the chances.

Morehead High School ris-ing Sophomore CandiceCorcoran, daughter of Eden City

Manager BradCorcoran is a mem-ber of theGreensboro UnitedTeam. He comment-ed on the experi-ence. “From a par-ents perspective wewere very proud ofthe hard work,sportsmanship andsheer determinationthat was displayedby our daughters.

Their can-do attitude has been atrue inspiration to all of us. It wasone of the most magical momentsof my life,” stated Corcoran.

Candice was excited to bepart of the winning team. “It wasdefinitely a dream come true anda great way to end our year.We've been working so hard allyear and we always believed wewould come out on top. I would-n't ask for another group of girlsor coach to experience thismoment with,” she remarked.

Corcoran

Eden Soccer player part of National Championship team

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LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST - EDEN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT CHURCH YOUTH CO-ED SOFTBALL SEASON & PLAYOFF CHAMPS

Front row L to R - Emily Fargis, Kendall Powell, Shane Strader, Karon Hunter, Noah Dowdy& Breanna Doomy. Back row L to R - Justin Joyce, Montana Gilley, Jonathon Fargis, KellyCochran, Jake Hudson, Taylor Shelton, Megan Abernathy, Josh Hudson, Willian Dowdy,Wesley Strader, Coach Lynn Fargis, Coach Betsy Fargis & Coach Steve Eubanks.

¶ PAGE 32 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, AUGUST 2012

Sports Shorts

Boys & Girls Club - Happy Home ImprovementTanner Hardy, Johnny Doolin, Bradley Jarred, Tanner

Robertson, Peyton Minter, Brendon RobertsMya Sowers, Jadakiss Swanson

Dakota McNeely, Coaches: Dean Rakes, Alicia Rakes

Boys & Girls Club -NEWBRIDGEBANK

Cole Vernon, BradleyVernon, Jimmy

Hutchens, TysonBroadnax, EthanKaneko, Blake

Maynard, ScottieBurgess, ChrisJones, BrandonRohrbach, Caleb

AndrewsCoaches: John

Whitten

Boys & Girls Club -2ND HAND CASH

Dayln HutchensMarson HutchensLandon Vaughn

Dallas CoxTyler ThompsonDylan Stallings

Nathaniel AmburnZachary Amburn

Coaches: Chris andKelly Cox

Boys & Girls Club -WEILS MCLAIN

SoftballAlexis Ragland,Chasity Bailey,

Brooke Burgess,Brianna Bailey,

Heaven Pearson,Hannah Vernon,

Logan Willard, KaileyPrice, Kayla Willard,

Morgan Thacker, Tori Parrish

Coaches: ChristyBauman, Sammy

Willard

Boys & Girls Club -7&8 KIWANIS

Jaden Merritt, JewelVaughn, Chase

Dabbs, Alex Griffith,Gage Turner, TaylorJarrett, Luke Baker,

Khloe McClain,Colin Bauman,Alexis Amburn,

Garret Darst, BaylonRobertson, Landon

CarterCoaches: Coach

Clark, Chip Vaughn,and Katie Hopper

Boys & Girls Club- F.O.P- 7 & 8 Coach Pitch

Austin GelinasHatcher Hutchens

Chesley HoltTanner Hazelwood

Jeremy EverittJohn Everitt

Gage GroganMason Chambers

Michael HallGiles Hall

Regan WhiteCamelle Beacham

Logan McNellyCoaches: David

Gelinas, RonWhite, Neville Hall

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB - GRIZZLIESTanner Rippey, Jayson Bradshaw, Kennon Shockley

Kolton Shockley, Kenneth Kemp, Jared ThomasGrey Vaden, Hailey Barrow, Cooper HinesCoaches: Jason Bradshaw, Ray Thomas

Boys & Girls Club - CITTYS PLUMBING Nate Jones, Jakel Thomas, Alex Sedwick, Jarrett Stewart,Hunter Carter, Wesley Reynolds, Zach Bauman, Brandon

Kirkman, Bryan Kirkman, James Alcorn, DJ Ellington,Jordan Ragland, Landon Rogers, Ian Woods,Coaches: David Tolbert, and James Sedwick

Boys & Girls Club - F.O.P.Madyson Howell, Madyson Campbell, Kaitlyn Myers

John Carter, Shane Campbell, Luke CampbellJayden Dunovant, Joseph White, Coaches; Ross

Dunovant, Mickey Dunovant

AUGUST 2012 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 33 ¶

Sports Shorts

RALLY MONKEY'S - WOMEN'S OPEN LEAGUE SOFTBALLSEASON & PLAYOFF CHAMPIONS

In Front – Coach Jeff Moore. Kneeling L to R – Lauren Bridges, Meredith Macey, KimGauldin, Wendy Williamson, Angie Wilson, Christina Lunsford & Julia Spangler.

Standing L to R – Melissa McCullough, Kelly Self, Tonya Hall, Wanda Simons, TracyBrownback and Kristin Scherer. Not pictured: Koury Gibson and Macey Wilson.

DAVE'S GANG - WOMEN'S OPEN SOFTBALL LEAGUE SEASON RUNNER UPS AND PLAYOFF RUNNER UPS

First Row L to R - Shannon Johnson, Melanie Johnson, Brianna Platt, Angie Freeman &Joni Lemons. Second Row L to R - Susan Case, Norma Rutledge, Janie Hopper,

Stephanie Adkins, Leigh Hurd, Mandy Knight & Angie Haynes. At rear - David Phillips.

EL PARRAL - SPRING CO-ED SOFTBALL REGULAR SEASON & PLAYOFF CHAMPIONSKneeling L to R – Melissa McCullough, Stacy Cochran, Kelly Cochran, Julie Bailey &

Tracey Pruitt.Standing L to R – Rocky Craig, Paul LeSueur, Chris Potts, Jeremy Chumley,

SHADY CREEK FARM - SPRING CO-ED SOFTBALLREGULAR SEASON RUNNER UPS AND PLAYOFF RUNNER UPS

Front Row L to R: Tina Easterling, Wendy Williamson, Robin Hyler, Tonya Hall & KimGauldin. Back Row L to R: Stacy Ward, Justin Moore, DJ Edwards, Chuck Williamson,

Josh Davis & Jason Joyce. Not pictured: Breana Hyler and Jesse Gauldin.

What better way to trainthan with a player like AnticoDalton? Antico’s professionalcareer includes 8 years betweenthe New England Patriots,Minnesota Vikings and the Greycup Championship teamEdmonton Eskimos.

On August 11, 2012 youcould have your child, age 5 - 15,improve his football skills, speedand agility with pro athletes andcertified performance coaches.

The camp will include:Position-Specific Skills TrainingSpeed & Agility TrainingScrimmagesOffense vs. DefenseCompetitionsMotivational Speakers, Awards& Special Guest

Boys & Girls Club of Eden,1026 Harris St, Eden, NC, willhold this camp from 9am to 2pmon August 11th. Cost per child is$30. To reserve your spot today: • Come by the Club • Contact us at 336-627-7960 orAntico at 704-999-1148;• E-mail: bgceden@triad.rr.com,

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Boys & Girls Club FOOTBALL CAMPto feature Antico Dalton

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¶ PAGE 34 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, AUGUST 2012

APARTMENTS / HOMES FOR RENT OR SALE

Gorgeous 1 & 2 BdrStarting at $380/MthNo Application Fee

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$400 Rent, $200 DepositCall 276-226-0576

Mobile Home For Rent$340 Rent, $200 Deposit

Call 276-226-0576For Rent: 3 Bd., 1 Ba. Home

Lg. Kitchen, Lg. Living RoomLarge Fenced In Back Yard

In Eden. $500 A Month. No Pets.336-612-2291 Or 336-623-7796

ROOMS FOR RENTCarolina Inn - Eden

Frnshd w utilities$295 shared bathQuiet, Clean, C/A

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2 Bedroom Town House for RentAll appliances included. Water

Included. $475 per month.336-627-5031

For Rent: 1 Bedroom Apt.Furnished, Newly remodeled. Nochildren. No Pets. Located at 952Washington St., Eden. Upstairs.$425 per mo. Water Included.

Call 336-612-2291

Mobile Homes For SaleOwner Fin, 6% int.

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Maria's House Cleaning10 years experience 336-740-1760

Martinez HandymanOld House Repair IncludedPlumbing & Small Electric

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Like That Spring Fresh, CleanHouse? At Reasonable RatesCall Linda Smith at 623-1412

Tree RemovalLeaf Removal

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BUSINESS PROPERTYOffice Spaces Available. $395, $725,and $1000 per month. References and

Deposit required. Contact FlemingProperty Management at

336-627-5797

WANTED TO BUYSEEKING PHOTOS &

MEMORABILIA ABOUT THETRI-CITY AIR PORT. NEEDED

FOR DISPLAY IN EDENHISTORIC MUSEUM DURING

SEPTEMBER SHOW. CALLMILLISSA WHITTEN AT

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ITEMS FOR SALE Collection Of Old Bottles For Sale

$5.00 Each & Up. Soda, Milk,Medicine, Etc. 336-635-5400

4 Burial Plots Roselawn Memorial Cemetery

$200 For All. 336-95-2700Kitchen table (solid wood) w/leaf &six matching chairs $100; kitchen

tables w/black metal legs & 4matching chairs w/cushions $65;Whirlpool dishwasher (black) -QuietWash Plus (build-in) $100;Lazy Boy Rocker /light tan $65;

Sylvania 50” floor-model flat screenTV $100; Baby Bed (no matress)

$45. Call 336-207-3013.

VEHICLES FOR SALE ‘89 FORD VAN -USED AS

PLUMBING TRUCK. Includesracks, ladder rack, tools and parts

for plumbing. 6 cylinder Automatic,PS. Good running condition.

Everything included. $2,800. Call336-635-1601.

‘91 TOYOTA CAMREYAutomatic, AC, Power Steering

Good Condition - $2,600Call 336-635-1601

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Eden, NC 27288Eden’s Own is published and placed on the

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MOUNTAIN VILLA APTS.Accepting Applications For

1 & 2 Bedroom UnitsLocated in Mayodan,

with handicap accessible units available.

Income restrictions apply.Call 427-5047.

Office hours: 8 am-1:30 pm. Mon.- Thurs.

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Located At 141 Strawberry Road, Reidsville (Off Hwy 14).Great Prices! Wants To Sell!

COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTAILRestaurant Ranges & Hoods • Tomb Stones & Monuments

Semi Trucks • Houses & Mobile HomesRoofs • Boats • Docks & Decks • Carports

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AUGUST 2012 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 35 ¶

Fall registration

Fall registration for studentswho completed applicationprocess after July 11 will be ableto register for classes Aug. 14-16from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. For moreinformation about registration orthe application process, call 342-4261, ext. 2333.

Classes being offered thisfall are listed in the 2012 FallCurriculum Schedule. Copies ofthe schedule are available inbuildings throughout campus.The schedule can also beaccessed online athttp://www.rockinghamcc.edu.

Superintendent Dr. RodneyShotwell has announced plans torestructure the school system’sCurriculum and Instruction orga-nizational framework.

“The new organization planis designed to tactically alignCentral Office resources in sup-port of our strategic priorities,”said Dr. Shotwell. “I see a grow-ing need for us to have a seamlessK-12 academic program as wellas a more efficient business oper-ation. To achieve that, we musthave the right leadership struc-ture and the right people in thosepivotal roles.”

The first phase of the reorga-nization appointed Dr. CindyCorcoran, formerly RCS’Director of ElementaryEducation/Title I to the ExecutiveDirector of the ExceptionalChildren’s Program.

Additionally, Daphne Wall,previously RCS’ ExceptionalChildren’s CurriculumCoordinator was namedthe K-12 Curriculum Coordinatorand joined the Curriculum andInstruction department. Corcoranwill report to the AssistantSuperintendent of SupportServices and Wall will report tothe Assistant Superintendent ofCurriculum and Instruction.

Tiffany Perkins has acceptedthe position of Director ofElementary Education/Title I.RCS will eliminate her presentposition as Federal ProgramsDirector. RCS will post a jobopening for a Director of K-12 School Administration in thenext few days. Both will report tothe Assistant Superintendentof Curriculum and Instruction.

Additionally, the Director ofInstructional Technology andMedia, held by Dennis Frye, willtransfer from the InstructionalSupport Services department tothe Curriculum and Instruction

department.“The changes will be cost-

neutral, as the result of thoughtfulreallocation of resources andreassignment of responsibilities,”Dr. Shotwell said. “We are verycognizant of our fiscal limita-tions.”

Corcoran and Wall assumedtheir new duties on July 3.Perkins will begin her newappointment effective July 10.

RCS restructures curriculum and instruction

CAROLINA FUELS TO HOST

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAYWednesday, August 29th

from 9am-4pm.

While speaking with Chris Tuttle, General Manager of Carolina Fuels, he said, “This is our way of giving back to a community that has been sogood to us. Our services and products are available at other stores, butwe hope our customers continue to visit us based on our great location,

friendly staff and competitive prices.” So stop by Carolina Fuels on August 29th to cash in on some

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Carolina Fuels, Inc. Gas Stationon Highway 14 in Eden

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During these hot summermonths; Rockingham CountySheriff Sam Page would like tooffer the following tips for keep-ing cool and safe—1. Listen to your local weather ora NOAA Weather Radio for criti-cal updates from the NationalWeather Service (NWS) aboutexcessive heat warnings.

2. NEVER leave children or petsalone in enclosed vehicles.3. Stay hydrated by drinkingplenty of fluids even if you do notfeel thirsty. Avoid drinks withcaffeine or alcohol. Limit yoursalt intake.4. Eat small meals and eat moreoften.5. Wear loose-fitting, lightweight,

light-colored clothing. Avoiddark colors because they absorbthe sun’s rays.6. Slow down, stay indoors andavoid strenuous exercise duringthe hottest part of the day.7. Postpone outdoor games andactivities during excessive heat.8. Use a buddy system whenworking in excessive heat.

9. Take frequent breaks if youmust work outdoors.10. Check on elderly or at-riskfamily members, friends andneighbors who do not have airconditioning, who spend much oftheir time alone or who are morelikely to be affected by the heat.11. Check on your animals fre-quently to ensure that they are not

suffering from the heat.12. If you have a medical condi-tion that may be affected by highheat or humidity, be sure to seekadvice from your doctor, espe-cially regarding any prescriptionmedications you may be taking.

Sheriff offers tips to fight Excessive Heat

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Horse for Sale An old farmer is outside for a walk around his land when he sees a sign on his neighbor's lawn:

"Horse for Sale." Curious, he decides to have a look-see. As he approaches his neighbor's stable, hesees his old Italian friend brushing down a fine-looking stallion.

"Hello, friend. I saw your sign out there and came over to see your horse for sale."Now, the Italian farmer speaks very poor English, but he manages to answer well enough. "Yep, yep, disa is da

horse for-a sale.""This horse here?" quizzes the old farmer. "Why, he's a fine horse! Why-ever would you sell him?""Well," sighs the Italian farmer, "he no looka so good anymore."The old farmer, buys the horse. As he taps the horse gently on the back to coax him into the stable, he watches

as the horse misses the door completely and smacks head first into the wall. "That ol' cheat sold me a near blindhorse!" growls the old farmer.

He then proceeds to storm over across the field, reigns in hand, to give his neighbor a piece of his mind. "Yousold me a near blind horse, you ol' cheat, and you didn't even tell me!" he screams.

"Eh! I tolla you!" cries the Italian farmer. "I say, 'He no looka so good anymore!'"

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2012 Rockingham County Candidates For OfficeGeneral Election

N.C. Senate – District 26 (1 Seat)Bobby R. Stanley

Philip E. (Phil) BergerN.C. House – District 65 (1 Seat)

William E. OsborneBert Jones

N.C. House – District 61 (1 Seat)Nelson Cole

Bryan HollowayCounty Commissioner (3 Seat)

Keith DuncanJames E. KallamLeanna LawsonZane Cardwell

Mark RichardsonEric H. Smith

Register Of Deeds (1 Seat)Rebecca Cipriani

School Board – District 1 (1 Seat)Amanda Joann Bell

School Board – District 2 (1 Seat)Josh Austin

Penny M. OwensAmy Walker Robertson

School Board – District 3 (1 Seat)Norris J. Aikens • Neil Rose

School Board – District 4 (1 Seat)Wayne Kirkman • Tim Robertson

School Board – District 5 (1 Seat)Elaine Via McCollum

School Board – District 6 (1 Seat)Janette Good

Virginia M. HooverBob Wyatt

Soil & Water SupervisorBrian Pender Grogan • David P. Joyce

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Family members including fatherKevin London and wife Elizabeth,mother Amanda and husband DannyBurgess, sister Natalie, brother Christianand grandmother Barbara London weregreeted by the many people whose liveshad been touched by the girls.

Lauren Taylor London, 23, andMeredith Ann London, 18 were laid torest together after a joint funeral held atthe family’s church, Osborne BaptistChurch in Eden.

The slide show featured scenesfrom their childhood, cheerleading,birthday parties, plays, proms, and grad-uations.

Meredith had just graduated fromMorehead High this spring and Taylorgraduated in 2011 from UNCG with abachelor’s degree in psychology.

While the driver was chargedwith driving while impaired, both fami-lies are mourning the loss of their fami-ly and friends; their faith shoring themup through this tragedy.

AUGUST 2012 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 37 ¶

Scenes from the Fun 4th ParadeThe Eden community joined together to pay respects to our coun-try and those who fight for our freedoms, in the annual Fair Fun 4thParade.

There was a sea of red, white and blue on the streets leavingFair Funeral home, and eventually returning to the parking lot foran old fashioned snack of watermelon.

CUNNINGHAM TIRECUNNINGHAM TIRE

Front End Front End Alignments: Alignments: Cars $25•TCars $25•Trucks $30rucks $30

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Our thoughts are with the families.

¶ PAGE 38 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, AUGUST 2012

RCC Center for Active RetirementLocated on the RCC Campus and open to ALL SENIORS • CALL 342-4261, ext. 2163 for details and directions.

ONGOING EVENTS & SERVICES• Cosmetology, haircuts, shampoos, and manicures are available Monday – Thursday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Room105 in the Science Building. No appointments needed; first come, first served. Call 342-4261 ext. 2163 or ext. 2192for more information.• Gerald B. James Library, the RCC Library houses a wealth of information. Hours are Monday – Thursday 7:45a.m. – 9 p.m., Friday 7:45 a.m. – 3 p.m. and closed on weekends. • The Rockingham County Bookmobile, the Bookmobile is at the Owens Human Services Building form 9:30 a.m.– 10 a.m. the 4th Monday of each month. Books, DVD’s, videos and magazines are available. • Blood Pressure Screening, a nurse from Bayada comes to C.A.R. the 1st Tues. of month 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. inRoom 110 in the Owens Building. • Games such as:

Bingo is held Tuesdays from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in Room 110 in the Owens Building.Rook is held Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in Room 102 in the Owens Building.

• Senior Aerobics are held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. in Room 110 in theOwens Building. We use a variety of videos in the free course.

MEALS ON WHEELS NOTICEMeals On Wheels goes private pay! Due to ever-increasing waiting lists, home delivered meal are now available

on a private pay basis. Cost is $4.50 per meal, $22.50 weekly, or $90.00 monthly. Private pay transportation is now available for medical out-of-town trips. Call 349-2343 for more information.

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CAMPUS CRIME STOPPERS OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTY

Back to School Safety Tips!!1. Get a medical checkup and make sure all vaccinations are up to date.2. When driving to school make sure to buckle up. Remind kids of how important it is that the driver be able to concentrate on the road.3. Watch for children on and near the road in the morning and after school hours.4. When riding the bus make sure they always walk in front of the bus where the driver can see them.5. If your child walks to school make sure they always walk with a buddy.6. Talk to your children and reinforce the rules of stranger danger.7. Talk to your child about bullies and bullying. If they are being threatened by a bully teach them to go directly to a teacher or other staffmember.8. Teach your child to pay attention to the rules of the school, they are for your child’s protection.9. If your child is staying home alone after school talk with them about keeping the doors locked, a safe place to hide in case of an intruder andhow to contact local emergency officers.10. Most importantly, always tell your child that you love them.

HAVE A GREAT YEAR!! If you see a crime on your campus contact Campus Crime Stoppers at 349-9683 or report it directly to yourschool SRO!! You can help make your school safe!!!

NCCF accepting grant appli-cations to statewide Women’sFund The NC CommunityFoundation is accepting grantapplications for projects fundedfrom its statewide Women’sFund.

Funds are available for non-profit organizations that sponsorprogramming that supportswomen and/or families, with par-ticular emphasis on women’shealth and leadership issues.Programs must serve areas within

the NCCF’s 67-county servicearea. (To find counties served byNCCF, visit nccommunityfoun-dation.org.)

Applications will only beaccepted online at nccommunity-foundation.org and are due on orbefore Sept. 19, 2012. For moreinformation visit Facebook andfollow us on Twitter @NCCF.

This year the fund willaward a total of $9,000. Grantamounts typically range from$1,000 to $2,000. Grant recipi-

ents will be informed of thegrants committee's decisions inNovember 2012.

Grants were awarded in2011 to Helping Hands Clinic inCaldwell County, AlbemarleHopeline in Elizabeth City,StepUp Ministry in Raleigh, theYMCA of Catawba Valley, theDown East Partnership forChildren in Rocky Mount and theChowan/ Perquimans Smart StartPartnership.

Grant money available

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Dance at the CB Hut - August 27th from 7-9:30. Come enjoy themusic of The Bullet Band. Admission is $5 at the door. Come at6:00 for line dance lessons. Everyone welcome.

Line Dance Lessons Free at the CB Hut on Mondays from 10:15-11:15 am.

Friends Club Meet the second Tuesday of each month at the center for our meeting. We meet forlunch at a local restaurant on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Anyone is welcome to come join the funand fellowship.

Landscape/One Stroke paint classes Register now. Classes are on Thursdays from 9-12.

Legal Aid will be August 9th at 10:00 am call 1-800-951-2257 to make an appointment

Come walk our track anytime 5 laps=1mile on the Senior Center Track.

Walking Group meets at the track on Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00-8:30am.Come Exercise with us on Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30-9:00. Sit down or stand up class usingresistance bands, balls and hand held weights.

Rook or Hand and Foot card games – Anyone interested in playing the card game Hand and Foot orRook please show up at the Garden of Eden Senior Center before 1:00pm on Wednesdays.

Bingo Bash at 9:00 on Monday, August 20th at the Garden of Eden Senior Center.

Computer Classes are held at the senior center!! Classes are FREE to seniors ages 65 and up. Call 627-4711 for more information Seniors younger than 65 may pay and attend classes.Facebook/social networking • Discover the computer • Basic computer level II • Discover the internet

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Reidsville Senior Center201 N. Washington Ave., ReidsvilleCall 349-1088 for Information on any of the following listings:Our main office is now located in the former Salvation Army Community Building at 708Barnes Street, Reidsville - Phone # 394-4841 our Fitness Classes are held at The ReidsvilleRecreation Department Gymnasium. Following is a list of all happenings and there locationalong with phone numbers.

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• MONDAYS:8:30-11:30-Painting-Free- at Salvation Army Location9:00- 10:00-Senior Aerobics—Free –at Recreation Gym10:00-10:15-Rusty Hinges Exercise-Free-at Recreation Gym1:00-Senior Strikers Bowling at Reidsville Lanes1:30-3:00- Pegs and Jokers Card Game- Free- at Salv. Army Location• TUESDAY:

9:00-11:00- Crochet Class- Free- Salvation Army Location10:00-11:30- Dance Class- Free- Recreation Gym10:00-4:00-Phase-10 & Rook Card Players- Free- Salv. Army Location1:00-4:00- Canasta Card Players- Free- Salvation Army Location9:30-2:30- Tax Assistance-Free-Teen Center• WEDNESDAY:

9:00-10:00-Senior Aerobics- Free- Recreation Gym10:00-10:15- Rusty Hinges Exercise- Free - Recreation Gym9-12- Internet Class- Teen Center1:30-4:30- Windows-7 Comp.Class- Teen Center Call Paula 394-4864 2:00- 4:00- Jewelry Making Class- Free - call for list of items needed• THURSDAY:

8:30-11:30-Paint Class- Free Salvation Army Building1:00-2:30-Dance Group- Free- Recreation Gym1:30-3:00-Pegs and Jokers Card Game- Free-salvation Army BuildingBingo-1:00 Every Third Thursday at Salvation Army Location• FRIDAY:9:00-10:00-Senior Aerobics-Free-Recreation Gym9:30-2:30-Tax Assistance-Free- Teen CenterAddress and phone #’s for all locations listed:• Reidsville Senior Center-Salvation Army Community Bldg.. 708Barnes St, Reidsville #-336-394-4841• Reidsville Teen Center - 506 Sprinkle St., Reidsville #-336-394-4864• Recreation Gym - 206 N. Washington Avenue, Reidsville, Call 336-394-4841

Madison / MayodanSenior Center300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan.Inside Madison/MayodanRecreation Dept. Building.Call 548-2789, 548-9572 • Dance Program: The M-MRec. Dept. is now holding reg-istration for Dance! This pro-gram is for ages 2 - Teens.Classes will be held Mon.,Wed., & Thurs. and will beginon Sept. 5th. Class schedulesand monthly fees will varyupon the age of the child andwhich class or classes theyparticipate in. Taught byDeana DeHart and ElizabethCarter. Call the M-M Rec.Dept. at 548-2789 for info• Piano Program: Registrationis now being held for PianoLessons at the M-M Rec.Dept. Lessons are everyThurs. for youths and adultsand will begin on Sept. 6th.Each session is a 20 minuteone-on-one lesson with ourinstructor, Dr. James Deere,who has an extensive back-ground in piano. The cost forlessons is $40 per-month, aswell as a small fee for bookswhich is determined by theinstructor. Spots are limited,so call today for availability.Contact the M-M Rec. Dept. at548-2789.• Senior Tap DanceProgram: Registration is nowopen for Senior Tap DanceLessons at the M-M Rec. Dept.taught by experienced danceinstructor, Deana DeHart. Theprogram is scheduled to beginon Sept. 6th. Classes will beheld on Thurs. from 1:30pm –2:30pm. The cost is $25 per-month for ages 55 and older.For more information, call theM-M Rec. Dept. at 548-2789. • Zumba Fitness Program:Come and try out the exercisecraze everyone is talking about– Zumba! The M-M Rec. Dept.would like to invite new partic-ipants to join this fun program!Classes are held at a variety oftimes and only cost $3.00 perclass! Zumba is taught by cer-tified instructors, Britta Younts,Amy Poe and BenitaLindstrom. Come and join theparty and have fun while get-ting fit! For class schedulesand further information, con-tact the M-M Rec. Dept. at548-2789.

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Reidsville Police Chief EddHunt today announced his retire-ment effective October 1, 2012.

“Chief Hunt has set a profes-sional standard of conduct andmanagement that will be hard toreplace,” said City ManagerMichael J. Pearce. “I cannot ade-quately express how much I haveenjoyed and benefited fromworking with Chief Hunt forthese past 12 years. And I willalways appreciate the support hegave me as City Manager.

“One of Chief Hunt’s bestqualities is that he never asks anyof his men to do anything that heisn't willing to do,” Pearce con-tinued. “He was always presentand visible to the public whetherit was at civic events or in themiddle of the night at a trafficstop. He will be hard to replace.”

Hunt said, “It has been myprivilege to serve as Reidsville’sPolice Chief for over 12 yearsand to work with the dedicatedmen and women of the PoliceDepartment. I appreciate the sup-port of the City Manager and theCity Council, which is key to thesuccess of the Police Department.They have been strongly commit-ted to keeping our City safe.”

Hunt has overseen manychanges within the ReidsvillePolice Department since takingover as Chief in April of 2000,most recently the City’s efforts toconsolidate its 911 system withthose of the City of Eden andRockingham County. In fact,technology has played a largerole during Hunt’s time as PoliceChief with his emphasis on anautomated Police Department,including a modernized telecom-munications area, computers inthe police cars and wireless in-car video cameras. He also advo-cated and implemented a publicobservation system using a net-work of cameras in the down-town area.

During Hunt’s tenure, theCity’s major crimes index hasdeclined over the past threeyears. The Chief has securednumerous grants from State andFederal agencies for equipmentand positions, among them, afull-time drug diversion investi-gator, a domestic violence inves-tigator and a youth gang investi-gator. Each of these specialtypositions is focused on address-ing incidents of crime in specificareas where special attention isneeded.

Hunt was also instrumentalin establishing the City’s TeenCenter and securing funding forthe facility from the Governor’s

Crime Commission and AnniePenn Community Trust (current-ly the Reidsville AreaFoundation) for many years.

With Hunt at the helm, hisdepartment helped establishProject Safe RockinghamCounty, a focused deterrent pro-gram. He oversaw the remodel-ing and revamping of the PoliceTraining Center and firing rangewith a number of improvements,including the creation of theCanine Training Course andObstacle Training Course. In thenear future, the center will fea-ture a Simunitions House whereofficers can practice realisticpractical exercises with firearms.

“I’ve tried to implementpolicies, procedures and pro-grams to make the City safe andalso make my officers safer whilethey’re out there,” Huntexplained. The Reidsville PoliceDepartment was the first policeagency in the State of NorthCarolina to use X-26 tasers,which were purchased for all ofits officers. “My goal was to fur-nish my officers with the bestequipment and training availableto make their job safer and, insome cases, better,” Hunt said.

Prior to coming toReidsville, Hunt served as sec-ond-in-command to previousRockingham County Sheriff C.D.“Bobby” Vernon after retiring asthe State Bureau ofInvestigation’s Assistant Directorfor Program Management.Beginning his law enforcementcareer as a Guilford County sher-iff’s deputy, Hunt went to workfor the SBI in 1970 as a SpecialAgent in the SoutheasternDistrict. He advanced up the lad-der and in his last post wasresponsible for the Planning &Research Unit, BureauInspections Unit, TrainingSection and AccreditationSection of the SBI.

While in Reidsville, Huntwas awarded the Order of theLong Leaf Pine, one of the mostprestigious awards presented bythe Governor of North Carolina.The Order is presented to indi-viduals who have a proven recordof extraordinary service to theState.

City Manager Pearce said hewants to have someone in placebefore Hunt retires. “I willimmediately begin a search for anew leader of our PoliceDepartment and hope to have areplacement named prior to hisleaving us on October 1,” Pearcestated.

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