locally & family owned businesses, june 29, 2012

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Friday, June 29, 2012

A Guide to Wilson and Surrounding Areas

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Since 1965, the story of Wil-son Overhead Door is one of family and perseverance. The original operation was run out of the backyard of Travis Dav-enport before moving locations to Holden’s Crossroads. In 1967, Travis was joined by his son-in-law, W. Rufus Winstead, beginning what would ultimately become a four-generation family business.

The business was incorporated in 1972 and later bought by Rufus and his wife, Janice D. Winstead, in 1975. Dennis Winstead, the current owner and Rufus and Janice’s son, spent his youth helping his father and grandfather at the shop, doing jobs like putting hard-ware on wood overhead doors. In 2000, Dennis’ son, T.J. Winstead, joined the family business full time, marking four generations.

But it hasn’t been all ease and progress with Wilson Overhead Door. In 1999, the store was completely flooded by Floyd at its location on Beacon Street. After struggling back from the loss of equipment, office furniture and inventory, the Winsteads built a new office at their current location on Wooten Boulevard in 2001. In 2011, however, this building was completely destroyed by the tornado that tore through parts of Wilson in April.

By July of 2001, however, they had already rebuilt again and re-opened for business, deter-mined to continue serving Wil-son the way they have for the past 47 years... and counting.

Wilson Overhead Door2710 Wooten Boulevard / Wilson252-243-3041

“Our business would not have been possible without the help of long-time and faithful employees and the help from good friends, ven-dors and loyal customers.”

WWilson Overhead Door


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Above and cover photographs by Tiffany Lievense

CContentsA+ Graphics ................................................................................................ p. 11.Action Staffing Group ............................................................................ p. 22, 23.AXA Advisors ................................................................................................... p. 2.Aycock Transmission ...................................................................................... p. 34.Bailey Insurance Agency ................................................................................ p. 19.Bailey House Bed & Breakfast .................................................................... p. 34.Barden Enterprises, Inc. / ChemDry ................................................................. p. 17.Birthways & Baby Days ................................................................................ p. 17.Churchwell’s ..................................................................................................... p. 16.Corbett’s Reproductions ................................................................................ p. 27.Country Restaurant ........................................................................................ p. 27.Cox Dodge Chrysler Jeep ....................................................................... p. 20, 21.Creations by Culbreth ..................................................................................... p. 19.Dean’s Farm Market ................................................................................ p. 5.Dong’s Martial Arts School .................................................................. p. 5.Drapery & Bedding Decor .......................................................... p. 6, 7.Dwight’s TV ..................................................................................................... p. 18.Earl Boykin Sports .......................................................................................... p. 18.Fitness News, Video and Tanning .................................................... p. 9.Flower Pot ......................................................................................................... p. 18.Gracie’s Village Shops I ....................................................................... p. 9.Hardee’s Furniture Warehouse ...................................................................... p. 35.Hope’s Furniture .............................................................................................. p. 14.Hubert Vester Toyota Scion ................................................................... p. 39, 40.J.C. Harris Cadillac ................................................................................... p. 32, 33.Joyner’s Funeral Home ................................................................................... p. 26.Medicap Pharmacy .................................................................................. p. 28, 29.Medlin Buick GMC Mazda ........................................................................... p. 38.The Nook ......................................................................................................... p. 14.Performance Heating & Cooling .................................................................. p. 13.Pete’s Auto Body ............................................................................................. p. 35.Piggly Wiggly ................................................................................................... p. 16.Preferred Wireless ..................................................................................... p. 8.Professional Drug Screening ................................................................ p. 8.Quince ............................................................................................................... p. 10.RedPhish Music ............................................................................................. p. 11Rid-A-Pest ......................................................................................................... p. 30.Seegars Fence Co. ........................................................................................... p. 12.Stuart Walston, Inc. ......................................................................................... p. 24.Toe 2 Toe Dance.............................................................................................. p. 24.Vaughan’s Jewelers .......................................................................................... p. 25.Wilson Community College .......................................................................... p. 15.Wilson Hardware ....................................................................................... p. 4.Wilson Overhead Door ........................................................................... p. 2.The Wilson Times Co. ........................................................................ p. 36, 37.Womble Hardware & Tackle, Inc. ................................................................ p. 31.Zynique Creations ..................................................................................... p. 4.

Jerri W. Batts is a registered representative and investment advisor representative who offers securities and investment advisory services through AXA Advisors, LLC (NY, NY 212-314-4600), member FINRA/SIPC, and is an agent who offers annuity and insurance products through AXA Network, LLC and/or its insurance agency subsidiaries. AXA Network, LLC does business in California as AXA Network Insurance Agency of California, LLC and, in Utah, as AXA Network Insurance Agency of Utah, LLC. AXA Advisors and AXA Network are affiliated companies and do not provide tax or legal advice. Representatives may transact business, which includes offering products and services and/or responding to inquiries, only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. Your receipt of this e-mail does not necessarily indicate that the sender is able to transact business in your state.

Jerri W. BattsFinancial ConsultantRetirement Planning [email protected]: (252) 234-9355jerribatts.com

They may be!Women live longer, so their money has to last longer. Women generally have fewer years in the workforce, taking time to be with their children. Women are less likely to receive pension income in retirement and may also receive lower Social Security payments when they retire, due to fewer years in the workforce.

The good news ... women know how to invest and grow their money because women tend to ask questions and stay the course. Even if you don’t currently manage your family’s finances, make sure you know as much about them as if you were managing the money yourself, because you may have to someday. We can help you understand your investment and insurance needs. We at AXA Advisors are a client-focused financial services leader providing wealth protection strategies, wealth management and financial and estate planning strategies to individuals in your area.

AXA Advisors, LLC1130 Knollwood Drive NWWilson, NC 27896


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Zynique Creations N Art Gallery is truly a store for local arts.

Opened in the fall of 2011 in downtown Wilson by owner Andrea Horton-Morton, the business is an explosion of creativity and color. It offers a variety of arts and crafts by An-drea herself, as well as many handmade crafts by other local art-ists, many of whom’s paintings and pottery are also on display both in the store’s gallery as well as its Facebook page. They also promote art shows in its gallery as well.

Zynique Creations also offers art supplies, which they will de-liver to your door, as well as three-hour art workshops on site.

In addition to the local crafts and arts, the store carries a great variety of popular clothing and products, such as Salt Life, Room It Up and Old Guys Rule.

Andrea is married to Steve Morton, owner of Morton Siding Company.

ZZynique Creations

Zynique Creations123 Barnes Street / Wilson252-991-5226Mon - Sat, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.Owner: Andrea Horton-Morton

One of the oldest busi-nesses in the area, Wilson Hardware opened its doors in 1907 and, 105 years later, is still going strong.

Under the leadership of third-generation owner J. Bowie Gray, the “old-fashioned hardware store with a new twist” still offers a great selection of door locks, panic devices, toilet partitions, cook-ware, turkey and fish fryers, pot mendets, foot tubs, washboards, screws and all the tools and products for which old-fashioned hardware stores are known.

In 2011, Wilson Hardware added a sister store, ReCollections at Wilson Hardware — located directly beside the store at 114 E Nash Street — which carries a wide variety of antiques, collectibles, pottery and art and features the work of many local artists.

With the antique merchandise changing weekly, ReCollections has a great selection of dining room tables and chairs, book cases, side tables, game tables for bridge, single and double beds, wardrobes, mirrors and much more.

WWilson Hardware

Wilson Hardware / ReCollections114-116 E Nash Street / Wilson252-243-3174Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Mon - Fri., 9-5 (ReCollections)

ReCollections at Wilson Hardware

114-116 East Nash Street - 243-3174 Open Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30 • Closed Sat. June-August

Prices Good Thru July 7th, 2012

WILSON HARDWARE&

Locally Owned & Operated For 105 YearsIn Historic Downtown Wilson

ReCollections At Wilson Hardware

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Artwork, Custom Hand Painted ItemsYessss, We Have Layaway!

AndreaHorton-Morton

Owner


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Deans Farm Market is so much more than just a farm or popular roadside produce market — it is an agricultural experience.

Open since 1965, Deans offers agritourism and a variety of educational activities depending on the season. Fall hayrides around the farm, pick-your-own strawberry fields in the spring and Santa’s workshop during the holidays are all a part of this Wilson tradition that allow customers of all ages to experience the farm in all its beauty.

At the market, you’ll find the same quality produce Deans has been grow-ing and delivering to Eastern North Carolina for almost 50 years. From sweet corn, potatoes, squash and other fresh vegetables to locally-canned honey, barrel molasses and preservatives, Deans has it all. You’ll even be able to pick up cooked collards and mustard salad while there. Deans Farm Market can handle larger bulk orders or small, individual purchases.

Whether you’re just picking up produce for dinner, spending a morn-ing picking strawberries or teaching a young person about the work of a traditional farm, you’ll want to “experi-ence” Deans Farm Market.

DDeans Farm Market

Deans Farm Market4231 NC Hwy 42 West / Wilson252-237-0967Hours vary / www.deansfarmmarket.comOperator: James Sharp

Dong’s Martial Arts School was established 41 years ago, though it has been specifically serving Wilson since 1995 — and under owner Master Matt Mercer’s leadership for the last ten years.

The school teaches traditional martial arts to students from age four to adults. At Dong’s, they teach a time-tested system designed by ninth-degree black belt Grand Master Dong, which helps to de-velop sound minds, strong bodies and traditional values.

Likewise, Dong’s Martial Arts School strives to be a positive force in the Wilson community by helping students to develop disciplined lifestyles and a set of practical skills that can be used in daily life.

Additionally, Dong’s believes in supporting the community through various charity and community service projects each year, such as a fundraising tourna-ments, an annual canned food drive for local soup kitchens and participation in Wilson’s annual production of The Nutcracker to raise money for the Wilson Preg-nancy Center.

DDong’s Martial Arts

Dong’s Martial Arts School3525-C&D Airport Boulevard / Wilson252-291-4853Six days/weekOwner: Matt Mercer

Sitting in front of a screen does nothing for your child. Our martial arts program, on the other hand will make a positive difference.

Martial Arts In ...VIDEO GAMES OUT

Have you considered enrolling your child at Dong’s Martial Arts School? Your child will love our program and will have strong success skills to show for it!

SELF DISCIPLINERESPECT • CONFIDENCE

Dong’s Martial Arts SchoolSince 1971 in the USA!

3525-C Airport Blvd., Wilson • 252-291-4853www.dongsmartialarts.com

2 Lessons &Official School Uniform

$2900

S.C. FREESTONE PEACHESLOCAL BLUEBERRIES & BLACKBERRIES

EBT

Open Monday-Friday 8-6Saturday 8-2 • Closed Sunday

Hwy. 42, 3 Miles West of Wilson Medical Center

237-0967www.deansfarmmarket.com

Yellow Cabbage Collards • Cooked CollardsCooked Mustard Salad • Canning Tomatoes • Snaps

New Potatoes • Squash • Seasoned MeatsJams • Jellies • Pure Local Honey

SweetCorn

Is In Season!!!


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NOW OPENCustom Draperies • Unique Coverlets and Comforters • Blinds • Shades • Roman Shades

Woven Wood Shades • Roller Shades • Plantation Shutters • Furniture & AccessoriesHours: Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm • Saturday 10 am-2 pm

1900 U.S. Hwy. 301 South, Wilson, NC 27893 • 252-206-9880

“Your Window & Bedding Specialists”


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Donnie Glover’s store, Interior Accents, has been a dependable, trusted and exhaus-tive resource for all interior design services and products for almost 30 years.

But his newest venture, Drapery & Bed-ding Decor, opened on June 20 just up the road from Interior Accents, seeks to com-plement the original business and better service the community with custom-made draperies and bed ensembles.

In a way, Glover says, they are not doing anything that they haven’t always done. Drapery & Bedding Decor is simply more focused and allows customers direct ac-cess to a vast collection of designer fabric in every price range and on-site sewing, a service rarely seen these days.

In addition to the extensive fabric lines, another thing Drapery & Bedding Decor is focusing on is its large line of shades and shutters — including Roman shades, roller shades, cellular shades, 2” wood blinds (or composition wood) and plantation shutters.

Drapery & Bedding Decor offers custom bedding, as well as a very nice line of comforters and coverlets, ready-made to take home immediately. Seeking furniture or accent pieces to finish off your custom bedroom ensemble? They have a wide variety of furniture, accessories, lamps, pictures, mirrors, and accent chests to choose from, as well as a large line of wood and metal drapery hardware available.

Professional designers are on staff to help you, whether you’re there for a single window treatment or enough for an entire home or office. Glover and his team have been designing the interiors of Wilson homes, banks, car dealerships and more for three decades and have the experience to get you what you want on your budget. According to Glover, “custom made” does not equal “expensive.” Having a customer walk out for much less than they would at a ma-jor store or outlet is a goal they always work toward.

All custom products are made here in Wilson and delivered promptly within the promised time frame.

So come see the newest kid in town. Unlike any other new business, this one is backed by decades of experience.

Drapery & Bedding Decor1900 U.S. Hwy. 301 South / Wilson252-206-9880Mon – Fri, 9-5 / Sat, 10-2 Owner: Donnie Glover

“We can do anything custom made, but we do it so it fits your specific budget. In this economy, we’ve tried to have something for everybody.”

DDrapery & BeddingDecor

-Donnie Glover, owner


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PREFERREDWIRELESS

252-399-75772801-3i Ward Blvd.

Mon.-Sat. 9-8 • Sat. 10-7ALLEN HARPER CHANNING HARPER

Wilson’s Newest Location At

ShoppesAt Brentwood

Despite being in business since 2002, U.S. Cellular is celebrating a recent move and the distinction as the new-est location in The Shoppes at Brentwood. U.S. Cellular, owned by Allen Harper, carries a full line of 3G and 4G smart phones — including Blackberry, Android and Windows-based phones — along with an array of messaging and flip phones.

They are also your destination for a full line of phone accessories, such as car chargers, belt clips, cases, OtterBox cases and head sets.

In addition to being an authorized payment center for your current or future wireless plan, U.S. Cellular offers national payment plans with your choice of internet needs, pre-pay plans, insurance, Belief Points for early upgrades and phone detailing.

U.S. Cellular boasts the best cus-tomer service and happiest custom-ers in town, so come and see Allen Harper, Channing Harper and David Sampson (also fluent in Spanish) to find exactly what you need in your cell phone service.

UU.S. Cellular

U.S. CellularThe Shoppes at Brentwood / Wilson252-399-7577Mon-Fri, 9-8 / Sat, 10-7Owner: Allen Harper

252-243-7377

“Partner with the Professionals at PDSS”

www.professionaldrugscreening.com

Melanie Womble, RN, CPCT, BAT President

PDSS Professional Drug Screening Services, Inc.

• Complete Drug-Free Workplace Consultation & Management

• Specializing in Federal DOT Compliance/DOT Consortia

• Mobile Or In Office Collections • 24 Hour Availability• Urine, Hair, Oral Fluid Testing,

Breath Alcohol Testing• DATIA Accredited Facility For

Program Management & Collections• Customized Policies for Business &

Industry• Substance Abuse Evaluations By

DOT Qualified LCAS/SAP

• Supervisory Training• Owner/Operator Programs• MRO Services & DOT Pre-Adult

Reviews• Expert Witness Testimony• Litigation Support Services, DNA

Paternity Testing, Random Testing Pool For Child Custody & Visitation Issues

• Non-DOT Physicals• Anger Management• DWI Assessment/Treatment• ESC Claims Support

Experience ... It Matters!

1208 Tarboro St., Wilson, NC 27893

If you ask Professional Drug Screening Services, Inc., “experience matters.”

A locally-operated and woman-owned business for more than 20 years, PDSS, Inc. has grown from serving only local businesses to pro-viding Substance Abuse Program Management services to business and industry throughout the US, Puerto Rico, Alaska and Hawaii, including fortune 500 companies.

The facility is fully accredited and all staff are certified. They special-ize in Federal DOT regulations, and provide services ranging from drug-free workplace consultation and management to substance abuse evaluations, litigation support ser-vices and DNA paternal testing.

At PDSS, Inc., their focus is on providing knowledgeable, profes-sional, excellent, and personalized customer service to all clients, no matter their size. Whatever service you need, be sure to consult with the “professionals.”

PProfessional Drug Screening Services, Inc.

Professional Drug Screening Services, Inc.1208 W. Tarboro Street / Wilson252-243-7377Mon-Thurs, 8:30-5 / Fri, 8:30-12Staff on call 24/7Owner: Melanie Womble, RN, CPCT


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FITNESS VIDEOTANNING & GIFTSShoppes at Brentwood

291-1162 • 291-1815

New Arrival OfJEWELRY • HANDBAGS

WOODWICK CANDLES • FLAGS CLAIRE BURKE • COLLEGIATE ITEMS

TANNING SPECIAL10 visits for $2500

+ Tax

SHOP LOCALLY THIS SUMMER!!

A store full of variety and options, Fitness, Video, Tanning and Gifts has been a go-to spot for an array of goods and services since 1989.

Located in The Shoppes at Brentwood, the store is currently the only video rental store in town, with new items arriving weekly. They carry a full line of men’s and women’s gift ideas, from new jewelry and handbags, to WoodWick candles, Claire Burke, as-sorted collegiate-themed items and flags and much more.

Always a popular tanning spot with plenty of beds available to you, Fitness, Video, Tanning and Gifts has great deals on tanning services and products, such as discounted lotions and ten visits for $25.

Come down to The Shoppes at Brentwood and visit the one store that has everything.

FFitness, Video, Tanning & Gifts

Fitness, Video, Tanning & GiftsShoppes at Brentwood / Wilson252-291-1162Hours change according to seasonOwners: Raymond & Dorothy Winstead

4833 NW Nash St. - 252-991-2463

Sofas • Chairs • Lamps • Pictures • Candles Candle Warmers • Gourmet Foods

Children’s Clothes • Outdoor Yard Ornaments Floral • Accessories • Jewelry • Purses

Scarves • Ladies Clothing • T-ShirtsSlippers • And Much More!

Since 2009, Gracie’s Village Shops, located on Nash Street near Wil-son Country Club, has emerged as a major shopping destination in the Wilson area, with loyal customers from all around Eastern North Carolina.

Consisting of 29 different shops, Gracie’s is a must for any shopper of varied and stylish tastes. Within their walls, they have extensive collections of pocketbooks, jewelry, furniture, ac-cessories, gourmet foods, children’s clothes, women’s clothing, garden items, kitchen accessories and many more unique items.

Gracie is also an experienced interior designer, and will not only design your perfect liv-ing or work space, but is also an expert at custom window treatments, bedding, blinds and shutters. Why would you need to go anywhere else? It’s all right here.

GGracie’s Village Shops

Gracie’s Village Shops4833 NW Nash Street / Wilson252-991-2463Mon-Fri, 10-6 / Sat, 10-5Owner: Gracie Evans


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Shoppes at Brentwood • 237-6463 •www.quincenc.com

BREAK THE CHAINDINE LOCALLY

Serving American CuisineWith A Down South Flavor

We also offer The Back Patio

with a fullyequipped bar.

Tired ofthe sameold restaurant formula?Try something new tonight.

Private Dining Available

Now in its fifth year of oper-ation, Quince prides itself as “A Southern Bistro.” Truly a chef-driven restaurant, the menu includes a realm of classic Southern cui-sine but with a broad stroke of personal interpretation that is always fresh and seasonal. According to owner Peter Edgar, the menu highlights the best of each season, keeping only a few of their ‘signature favorites’ year round, giving their guests even more reason to come back and explore.

Quince has a full bar in the front of the restaurant that offers a cozy din-ing area along with specialty beers on tap an extensive wine collection from vineyards around the world. But don’t stop in the dining areas. Continue down the hall to Quince’s garden, which includes another full bar and live entertainment most weekends. With unique dishes that capitalize on all the original flavors in the South and a dining clientele as diverse as the menu, Quince has merited distinction in Wilson and the surrounding area.

Quince will cater anywhere in East-ern North Carolina and the knowl-edgeable and friendly staff is more than willing to assist you in planning your next extraordinary event.

QQuince: A Southern Bistro

QuinceThe Shoppes at Brentwood / Wilson252-237-6463, www.quincenc.comMon-Fri, 11-2:30 / Mon-Sat, 5-10Owner: Peter Edgar

Since 1920, four generations of the Joyner family and their staff have served Wilson and the surrounding communities.

The Joyners take pride in their attention to every detail the customers may need. From the arrangement rooms and the chapel to the extensive parking lot and full fleet of automotive equipment, the entire facility is designed to best meet the needs of the families.

Joyner’s is a traditional funeral home that offers both traditional and contemporary services — depending on the desire of the family — in-cluding full-service funerals, limited-service funerals and economy funerals. They also offer cremations and advanced planning.

After over 90 years, Joyner’s Funer-al Home is proud to remain a family owned and independent operation — always active in the community and constantly ready to serve the families of Wilson with a professional staff available 24 hours a day.

JJoyner’s Funeral Home

Joyner’s Funeral Home4100 Raleigh Road Pkwy / Wilson252-399-937824 hours/day, 7 days/weekOwner: Dell Joyner

Serving Wilsonfor

Four Generations

4100 Raleigh Road Pkwy. 252-237-3197

1-800-380-3197


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As a complete graphics pro-vider, A+ Graphics offers a full line of business printing and social printing products, sign manufacturing and installation, vehicle graphics and graphic design services.

Owner Bruce Jackson founded A+ Graphics in 1991, offering offset printing and graphics services in Wilson and the surrounding communi-ties. Business soon grew and by 1997, A+ had moved to a new location and expanded its graphics capability by adding a full-service sign depart-ment. The sign department expanded again when Bruce’s son Joe joined the business in 2006.

With both printing and sign departments, A+ Graphics has proven its capability to accommodate large business customers with vehicle letter-ing, banners and complete sign capabilities and also cater to individual customers looking for social stationery, wedding accessories, note cards or party invitations for any occasion.

A+ Graphics is truly a one-stop shop for all of your graphic needs. Their experience and capabilities combine with excellent quality and service to deliver you an A+ product every time.

AA+ Graphics

A+ Graphics3101 Ward Boulevard / Wilson252-243-0404, www.apluswilson.comMon-Fri, 8:30-5:30Owner: Bruce Jackson

RedPhish music is slowly and steadily making a name for itself in Eastern North Carolina as the music store to go to for quality name brands, expert service and internet-friendly prices. That name itself, RedPhish, is derived from the nicknames of owners Phillip and Melissa Jordan’s two daughters, Emily (Red) and Rachel (Phish).

The Jordans opened up the Wilson store in 2007 to complement their RedPhish Music stores in Rocky Mount, Goldsboro and Smithfield. Recently, Greenville became home to the RedPhish brand as well.

RedPhish carries brands such as Fender, Epiphone, Peavey, Pearl, Ludwig and Yamaha, among many others, with new stock arriving daily. They also install P. A. sys-tems and offer instrument repair.

As RedPhish continues to grow to new locations, they are commit-ted to being not only your “local” music store, but also your “favor-ite” music store.

RRedPhish Music

RedPhish Music911 Ward Boulevard / Wilson252-206-0962Tues-Sat, 10-6Owners: Phillip & Melissa Jordan

L E S S O N S - M A I N T E N A N C E - R E P A I R S

Guitars - Amps - Drums - Keyboards - PA - Accessories

www.redphishmusic.com

911 Ward Blvd., Wilson, NC(Next To Subs Plus)

252-206-0962

SELECTION • SERVICE • SAVINGSand many more!

Your Local Dealer For...

STOP IN TODAY!!


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Wilson

252-293-0822•Financing Available • Commercial, Industrial & Residential • Custom Wood Fencing • Vinyl (PVC) Rail, Privacy & Picket Fencing

• Ornamental Iron & Aluminum • Chain Link - Vinyl & Galvanized • Fully Licensed & Insured • Complete Repair Service

Since 1949, one name has meant fencing in the south-east: Seegars Fence Company.

Seegars is proud of its rich history as one of the oldest family-owned and operated fence companies in the Mid-Atlantic. Throughout their history, they have endeavored to make the company the leader in quality and service.

Homeowners have chosen Seegars for residential fencing in vinyl, aluminum ornamental, steel and wood. Industry and government have turned to Seegars for commercial fencing that also includes rail, guardrail and chain link. Seegars has provided fencing for everything from access control and athletic fields, to farm fields, ornamental uses and security applications.

Whatever the environment — residential, commercial, govern-ment or industrial — Seegars fences have stood strong for over 60 years.

Seegars Fence Company252-293-0822Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Owners: Wes Seegars & Roy Garner

“Whenever you find a Seegars fence, you can trust it was built with the highest quality materials and professional expertise. That’s been our standard of excellence since 1949 and a fundamental reason we are proud to be a part of Wilson and the surrounding communities.”

-Roy Garner, co-owner

photo circa 1964

SSeegars Fence Co.


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Friends and former coworkers Thomas Lyndon and Stu-art Batten first opened Performance Heating and Cooling, Inc. in a shop behind Batten’s mother’s house in June of 1993.

From those humble beginnings, however, the two soon built a thriving business, ultimately resulting in the current building at 3466 Airport Boulevard, years of loyal custom-ers, and a sterling reputation as one of the area’s leaders in quality, service, and value for installation, repairs, or heat-ing and cooling maintenance.

Performance Heating and Cooling can help with any aspect of your heating and cooling needs, providing ser-vice and installation for residential and small commercial customers. They service heating and cooling systems of all makes and models but specialize in Trane heat pumps, gas packs, boilers and geothermal systems.

Performance Heating and Cooling also offers Energy Sav-ings Agreements to customers as well, which ensure that their experts will visit your unit twice a year for monitoring and service for one low price.

Performance Heating & Cooling3466 Airport Boulevard / Wilson252-399-1112Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Owner: Stuart Batten

“We look forward to hear-ing from you and being able to help you with all of your heating and cooling needs.”

PPerformance Heating & Cooling

PerformanceHEATING AND COOLING, INC. 252-399-1100 It’s Hard To Stop A Trane.®

For Quality Service Call


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4315 Raleigh Rd. Parkway (Hwy. 264 W. near I-95)

(252) 399-4839 • (252) 205-0121Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Hope’s FurnitureNO CREDIT CHECK FINANCING

Though Amy Wiggins didn’t purchase The Nook until 2008 — after working there for several years — the well-known gift destination has been a part of Wilson since the early 1950s and planted firmly in its Brentwood location for over 20 years.

In addition to offering a wide variety of baby gifts, monogrammed gifts, wedding registries, Lilly Pulitzer, a Vera Bradley collection and in-house printing services, Wiggins is committed to making shop-ping easier for her customers by offering free local delivery, compli-mentary gift wrapping and friendly, personalized service in picking out the perfect gift.

Follow The Nook on Facebook to learn about all the daily arrivals and specials.

Whether in person, on the inter-net or over the phone, check out The Nook for any gift idea and rest assured that this historic Wil-son business is still in good hands and has a bright future ahead.

TThe Nook

The NookThe Shoppes at Brentwood / Wilson252-243-2503Mon-Fri, 10-5:30 / Sat, 10-4Owner: Amy Wiggins

With the exception of one employee, the entire business of Hope’s Furniture is run by the Glover family. Hope and Mike Glover started out 29 years ago buying antiques and furniture at auctions, eventually opening a new and used furniture store in Bailey then branching out into flea mar-ket work. Ultimately, the Glovers settled into their current 30,000 square foot building on Raleigh Road, and are joined in its operation by their two daughters, Amy Brewer and Tiffany Glover, who literally grew up in the family business, and their son-in-law, Ryan Brewer.

Customers love Hope’s Furniture because the Glovers focus on making everyone who shops there feel at home and like an extension of the family.

The expansive showroom holds furniture and home accessories for any room in the house and every person’s taste. Recently, Hope’s has added a Bemco mattress gallery to join the large selection of colorful lamps, pic-tures, mirrors, large custom fabric galleries by Edgecombe Furniture and Best Home Furnishings, unique accent pieces, 40+ complete bed-room sets and 50+ dinettes.

HHope’s Furniture

Hope’s Furniture4315 Raleigh Road Pkwy / Wilson252-399-4839Mon-Sat, 10-5, or by appt.

The NookShoppes at Brentwood • Wilson • 243-2503

Monday-Friday 10:00-5:30 • Saturday 10:00-4:00

Fall CollectionArrives In Store

July 10th

RetiredVera Bradley

Now 40% Off& the

Second Piece50% Off


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The Small Business Center at Wilson Community College is truly an un-tapped local resource for any person who is either looking to start a business or has already begun one and needs additional advice.

The single biggest misconception that locals have about the center is that it is for WCC students only. Free and confidential help is available to any one who requests it — student, citizen or current business owner.

The Small Business Center is the vision of the North Carolina Community College System, with centers at each college, and has been in place over 20 years. Because of this network, Pat Killette, director of the center at WCC, says that, in addition to our many local resources, they are able to use resources in other parts of the state to find business solutions in Wilson for cases in which there are no local experts.

All of the employees at the business centers are trained experts who receive constant continuing education courses to become better qualified. Last year, the Small Business Center assisted 78 Wilson-area businesses, some of which were start-ups, and ended up providing or saving 150 local jobs in the process. But even with all the recent success, the Small Business Center is eager for a larger load and be-lieves that the more business owners who seek help from the center, the more strong businesses we will have in Wilson County.

Small Business Center at WCC902 Herring Avenue, C-107 / Wilson252-246-1209Director: Pat Killette

“We’re still the untold story in a way. It’s really a great resource. We’ve helped countless businesses over the years and are eager to help more. The economic benefits have a huge economic impact on our community in the form of both jobs and tax revenue. All it takes is a phone call.”

SSmall Business Centerat Wilson Community College

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The rich history of Church-well’s Jewelers traces its origins back to a jewelry store established in 1905 in downtown Wilson by Mary Churchwell. The store, known for its bridal gifts, was later bought in the 1940s by Harold Seburn and later passed to his daughter and son-in-law, Marilyn and L.A. Bass. Seburn’s grandson, Anderson Bass, who has been with company since his graduation from college in 1991, carries on the tradition today. Bass, along with his father, began to custom-design eques-trian and nautical-themed jewelry to go along with their traditional jewelry designs, which they sold at horse shows and elite fishing tournaments. The move proved instrumental in shifting Churchwell’s focus toward a new cli-ent base outside of Wilson and even Eastern North Carolina. These beauti-ful designs, along with new, loyal customers, helped Churchwell’s expand and grow into the thriving destination — both in-store and online — it is today.

Churchwell’s current location fea-tures a 1,500-square foot showroom, including seven showcases from the original 1905 store, as well as upstairs and downstairs workshops.

CChurchwell’s Jewelers

Churchwell’s JewelersShoppes at Brentwood / Wilson252-237-7166, www.churchwells.comMon-Thurs, 10-6 / Fri, 10-3Owners: Anderson & Angie Bass

The Piggly Wiggly stores in both Bailey and Elm City are part of a proud locally owned and operated tradi-tion. Both stores are owned by the Matthews Group, a family-run busines based out of Bailey that includes Butch and Lisa Matthews and their son Billy. The Matthews now own a handful of Piggly Wig-gly stores across Eastern North Carolina but still strive to keep their hometown roots in each location and treat every customer like an extention of their family.

Since purchasing the Bailey store in 1983 and the Elm City store in 2001, the Matthews have expanded both locations to accommodate their customers’ needs. At each store, they offer a bill payment center, Western Union services and fully-capable meat department, which features Blackwell Angus® beef — an item exclusive to Original Pig-gly Wiggly stores. At the Bailey store, they offer movie rentals as well.

Both stores became Piggly Wiggly in 2003.

PPiggly Wiggly

Piggly Wiggly - Bailey & Elm City12536 Sanford Street (Bailey) / 252-235-3261509 South Parker Street (Elm City) / 252-235-3131Mon-Sat, 7-9 / Sun, 8-8 (Bailey open ‘til 9)Owner: Butch, Lisa and Billy Matthews


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With over 20 years of professional lactation consulting experience — and the personal experience of nursing seven children of her own — Victoria Brown truly understands and empathizes with the expectant and postpartum mother and can help her feel confident about her journey into motherhood.

The goal of Brown and her business, Birthways and Baby Days, is to help mothers and babies have a successful nursing relationship and can provide lactation consulting by phone, in person or through breastfeed-ing classes.

Over the years, Brown has been very active in the breastfeeding com-munity, serving on advisory councils on both the local and state levels.

In addition to lactation consulting, Birthways and Baby Days offers a variety of hospital-grade pump rent-als, Medela Pump In Style Advanced models and can help you determine what product is right for you and your baby.

BBirthways & Baby Days

Birthways & Baby Days252-714-5974Mon-Fri, 9-5Owner: Victoria Brown

Joey and Denise Barden purchased their ChemDry franchise nine years ago after researching the brand and figuring out that it was the perfect endeavor for them. That year, it was even ranked among the “Top 10” franchises to purchase in Forbes magazine. What ultimately sold them, they say, was the integrity of the brand and the company.

ChemDry uses a heated, carbonated, all-natural solution to clean carpet and upholstery. The solution offers superior cleaning power and dries in one or two hours — not days. It’s both soap and chemical free, making it “certified green” and safe for pets and people alike.

ChemDry is the largest carpet cleaning company in the world, with more than 4,000 locations globally. So when you need to clean your carpet effectively, efficiently and safely, take a hint from the Bardens and put your trust in the ChemDry brand.

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Since moving to The Shoppes at Brentwood in 1986 — after three years in Wren Village — Earl Boykin Sports has estab-lished its location as the single, go-to spot for retail and wholesale sporting goods and team apparel.

Earl Boykin Sports has all the merchandise you need for any sport and any skill level. From top quality baseball gloves, bats and catch-er equipment to football helmets, shoulder pads, team uniforms and custom lettering, numbering and monogramming, you’ll find it all.

The store also restrings tennis rackets, baseball gloves and mitts, as well as sells and installs basketball goals.

In addition to the store’s brick-and-mortar location in Brentwood,Earl Boykin Sports also has

four road salesmen who call on various high schools, colleges, recre- ation departments and businesses — selling uniforms, equipment and logo’d caps and t-shirts.

EEarl Boykin Sports

Earl Boykin SportsShoppes at Brentwood / Wilson252-291-5411Mon-Fri, 9-6 / Sat, 9-4Owners: Earl & Faye Boykin

Upon his graduation from Charles L. Coon High School in 1955, Dwight Lamm completed a cor-respondence course on radio and television, eager to learn about electronics and the increasingly popular demand for TV and stereos. His first repair shop was in the back bedroom of his house, but four shops and over half a century later, Dwight’s TV on Ward Boulevard is an area leader in home entertainment. With prices “just as low as the box stores” on all their products, Dwight’s still offers the personal touch.

And though technology has changed, Dwight’s has kept up. Just like the old days, Dwight’s still has a knowledgeable service department that will service everything they sell — in addition to other products as well. They’ll also offer you prompt, professional delivery, set-up and assistance for your entertainment center.

Dwight’s has an extensive line of Sony HDTVs and Panasonic HDTVs, including LED screen technology. The store also features a large selection of entertain-ment consoles, as well as other entertain-ment products like Blu-Ray and DVD players and wall-mounting equipment.

DDwight’s TV

Dwight’s TV421 Ward Boulevard / Wilson252-237-4000Mon-Fri, 9-6 / Sat, 9-3Owner: Dwight Lamm


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BETSY KINGAuthorized Agent(252) 291-3824

When you’re thinking about pur-chasing insurance, going to someone with 32 of experience in the business is crucial.

Betsy King, owner of Bailey Insur-ance Agency since 1989, has been serving clients in Eastern North Caro-lina for all of that time and offers a full range of coverage for you and your family. And when you buy from Betsy, you get not only her knowledge of your needs and circumstance, but continued personal service “after the sale.”

Bailey Insurance offers an array of coverage options, in addition to Medi-care Supplements and individual medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina and high risk coverage through Inclusive Health for people who are otherwise uninsurable.

Come see Betsy King and get the advice and service of someone with experience.

BBailey Insurance Agency

Bailey Insurance Agency2305-E Wellington Drive / Wilson252-291-3824Mon-Thurs, 8:30-5 / Fri. by appt.Owner: Betsy King

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What began as primarily a Christmas gift shop, home to an assortment of stockings, Mark Roberts fairies and elves, Radko ornaments, Karen Didion Santa Clauses and custom bedding — among countless other seasonal items — has evolved into a varied and even more beautiful gift shop for all occasions year round.

Creations by Culbreth, established in downtown Wilson in 2009 by Culbreth Spivey, has a wide variety of birthday, graduation or home gifts: scented candles, ornate picture frames, luxurious soaps, designer handbags, stationery, totes, just to name a few.

The life of the store, however, goes back further than the brick-and-mortar space on Tarboro Street. Spivey has been traveling to holiday shows and sell-ing his gifts since 2004. He then created a full-service website where custom-ers in other states could purchase his sought-after items.

As was his plan, Culbreth is becom-ing a destination and Wilson-rooted brand in itself, with customers as far away as Illinois, Texas and New York excited to find so many unique and unexpected things in one little shop nestled in Eastern North Carolina.

CCreations by Culbreth

Creations by Culbreth222 Tarboro Street / Wilson252-237-8284Tues-Fri, 10:30-5:30 / Sat, 10-4Owner: William Culbreth Spivey


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Cox Dodge Chrysler Jeep sells entire lines of new Chrysler, Jeep Dodge and RAM vehicles as well as a wide variety of quality pre-owned vehicles.

The dealership has thrived in Wilson for over 42 years not only because they are committed to exceeding their cus-tomers expectations with a dedicated and knowledgeable workforce.

On the lot, the sales staff will help you find the exact new or used car for which you’ve been searching. Inside, the financial staff at Cox Chrysler Jeep Dodge has years of experience offering advice to those seeking a great car loan or lease in the Wilson area. But the ser-vice doesn’t stop there. Wilson customers can come in and take advantage of their seasoned repair technicians and a fully-stocked inventory of OEM Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and RAM parts, in addition to the auto body and collision repair department.

Just take a look at some of the experience Cox Dodge brings to your car-buying needs and see if you don’t want to put your next car purchase or repair in their capable hands:

Brad Cox, owner, 42 years; Sandra Holland, office manager, 18 years; Larry Mooring, parts manager, 32 years; Chris Harper, finance manager, 17 years; Levon Carol, office assistant, 8 years; Steve Ginn, service writer, 12 years; Jimmy Kinney, tech, 31 years; Ricky Holloman, tech, 31 years; Rodney Richardson, tech, 24 years; Mike Doll, 17 years; Weldon Batts, detail manager, 42 years; David Winslow, body shop manager, 15 years; Jimmy Anderson, body shop, 25 years; Jeremy Anderson, body shop, 6 years; Tony Oxendine, sales, 8 years; Freddie Smith, sales, 8 years; Barry Menta, sales, 5 years.

Cox Dodge Chrysler Jeep3700 Raleigh Road Pkwy / Wilson252-291-3131Mon – Fri, 8:30-7 / Sat, 9-4

“We treat the needs of each individual cus-tomer with paramount concern. We know each customer’s expectations are extremely high, and our Five Star Dealer-ship strives to meet and exceed those high stan-dards each time you visit our website or walk into our showroom. We invite you to experience what the car buying experi-ence should be like...”

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On behalf of the Action Staffing Group and my family, I would like to say thank you for the investment you all have made in helping our company reach our 30 year milestone. I would like to thank all of our temporary employees and direct placements for your willingness to work, your efforts to keep your skills up to date, and for your loyalty to the Action Staffing Group. It thrills me that many of you got full-time jobs because of your work with us.

I would also like to thank all current and past clients who have chosen to use our company for their staffing and/or Human Resources Outsourcing needs. I owe our success to all of you and especially to my staff that has the longest average tenure of any staffing company in North Carolina and one of the longest in the United States and Canada. All of you working together have enabled us to get this far and be successful ... to this point.

Rest assured we will not rest on our laurels and will always strive to do a better job for all of you.

We sincerely thank you,

Tav Gauss, CEO, PresidentThe Action Group, Human Resources Solutions252-237-3717 • 1-800-529-8470www.theactiongrouphr.comPO Box 158, Wilson, North Carolina 27894-0158

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The Action Group - Human Relations Solu-tions (The Action Group — HR) has been the local staffing industry leader for 30 years, building relationships and profit-able partnerships with not only Eastern North Carolina businesses, but earning a reputation far and wide for the highest quality client and candi-date services.

With offices in three area locations, The Action Group — HR provides staffing and Recruitment Process Outsourcing services for companies across multiple industries, and offers several employee placement options.

The Action Group — HR was founded by Tav Gauss, one of the country’s premier authorities on HR-related issues. Mr. Gauss and his team have extensive experience in the industry providing employment, financial consulting and human resource services across the country.

Their mission is to put the needs of their clients and the needs of their employees first and foremost. The way they see it, if their service to their clients meets the clients’ needs, and their employ-ees are excited about coming to work each day, a positive out-come is guaranteed for all.

The Action Group — HR takes great pride in the low turnover of their direct hire staff, which has led to the strong relationships they share with their clients. This is due to their 100-percent investment in their clients, their staff and their candidates, in ad-dition to their dedication in tracking workforce trends to help you stay on top.

As they have been for the past three decades, The Ac-tion Group — HR is available precisely when and where you need them, and remain flexible to guarantee and immediate and thorough response to each of your HR needs.

The Action Group - Human Resource Solutions314 West Nash Street / Wilson252-237-9800Mon – Fri, 7:30-6

“Celebrating 30 years of your support! To all of our present and past employees and to all of our pres-ent and past clients... thank you for what you have meant to us for 30 years.”

TThe Action Group

-Tav Gauss, president

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Since opening the doors of her own dance studio in August of 2008, Steph- anie Stancil Sommerville has enjoyed consistent — if not rapid — growth. From a single-unit space in a commercial mall on Airport Boulevard, Stancil has expanded to three times that size, including the addition of a 2,000-square-foot ballroom, which she uses to host birthday parties, dances, wedding receptions and larger ballroom dancing classes.

Toe 2 Toe offers a variety of dance classes for all ages, from classical ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, Mommy & Me and ballroom to even yoga, zumba, pilates and competitive classes. The studio also offers an annual community-wide production of The Nutcracker to benefit the Wilson Pregnancy Center.

Sommerville and instructor Sharon Stickwell are certified by the Nation-al American Ballet Curriculum and attend classes each year at Joffrey Ballet, Steps on Broadway, Broad- way Dance Center, The Alvin Ailey Theater and other New York studios to maintain their certification.

TToe 2 Toe Dance

Toe 2 Toe Dance3475-A Airport Boulevard / Wilson252-237-3302Owner: Stephanie Sommerville

Stuart Walston, Inc.’s reputa-tion for high-caliber design work and professional service has lent itself to the cultivation of personal relationships that transcend gen-erations. In business for over 50 years, the renowned interior design firm is naturally establishing and maintaining relationships with the second generation of its initial clients in Wilson and beyond.

Founded in 1954 by Stuart Walston, a lead designer, the business is now owned and run by his son, Stuart, Jr., who joined the company in the 1980s, with Stuart, Jr.’s granddaughter Sarah joining as marketing coordinator in 2007.

The management and employees pride themselves on customized service and creating personal relationships with each client. But due to their extensive history and sterling reputation, they have also established relationships with the major fabric houses, artisans, craftsmen and specialty manufacturers across the nation, allowing them to offer the same products and services as major retail corporations and design firms.

With a team of designers, Stuart Walston, Inc. specializes in both com-mercial and residential design and has an array of furniture, gifts and accesso-ries in their store on Nash Street, with an extensive retail listing on their website.

SStuart Walston, Inc.

Stuart Walston, Inc. 417 West Nash Street / Wilson252-243-4940Mon-Fri, 8:30-5:30 (Sat. & Sun by appt.)

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Vaughan’s Jewelers has proudly been serving the Wilson community as a family owned busi-ness since 1949.

Currently, Bill and Kathy Vaughan are the sec-ond generation, and their son, Tripp Vaughan, is the third. Vaughan’s Jewelers is now located in the Shoppes at Brentwood, recently relocating after 34 years of service at North Nash Plaza.

Vaughan’s is a full-service jeweler with an ex-tensive bridal selection, fine gem pieces, afford-able sterling lines, watches, home goods, and gifts.

Vaughans also has a complete shop and repair area for any of your jewelery repair or engraving needs. Tripp Vaughan is a graduate gemologist who specializes in custom jewelry pieces and ap-praisal services.

The experienced and knowledgeable staff of Vaughans Jewelers is willing and ready to help you with any and all of your jewelry and gift giving needs.

Vaughan’s Jewelers2801-3E Ward Blvd / Wilson252-243-5707Mon – Fri, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Owners: Bill, Kathy & Tripp Vaughan

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Although shopping can be fun for many people, for other folks it’s the exact opposite. That is because of the stress associated with picking just the right gift to please a friend or loved one. There is a way to make shopping for

those gifts easier and less stressful. The solution is to shop local.

Shop local: Find the most unique gifts and services

REWARDING GIFTS

The problem with many big chain stores is that they carry similar mer-chandise, much of which is actually manufactured and produced overseas. That does little to help the American economy.

It is also very unimaginative. People like getting real surprises for holidays, birthdays or anniversaries. If they get gifts that they see all the time on the shelves of a chain store, it can be a dis-appointment.

Anyone who needs a new sweater, blender or set of bath towels can cer-tainly buy those items for themselves. Also, many people feel obligated to buy gifts for certain people, like a boss, coworker or friend, but that is no rea-son to be boring and unimaginative.

SPECIAL PRODUCTS

Small mom-and-pop stores often have products you can’t find anywhere else. These type of stores are usually located in the downtown area of towns and cities, although they can also be found along the highway, on an ob-scure road or in a strip mall.

Local shops can be intensely focused on one particular gift, with good in-sight and advice about what to pur-chase. They have a niche market that they know exceptionally well.

Instead of trying to sell a little bit of everything, they typically concentrate on a special product or category such as candles, artwork or jewelry. This is because many small shops have prod-ucts with local connections that are made by local companies, local crafts-men and craftswomen or obtained

by local suppliers. Large chain stores need to buy in bulk at a discounted price so they can stock their multitude of stores across the country.

Small mom-and-pop stores, on the other hand, require a smaller amount of goods. They tend to form relation-ships with local artisans and people skilled in various trades such as iron work, metal work, jewelry making, painting, sculpting and sewing.

Because these people work for them-selves, rather than a large corporation, they can be very creative with their design ideas. The end result is a piece that is one-of-a-kind.

GOOD REPUTATION

Most mom-and-pop stores are a fix-ture in their community because they have been there for so long. Mom-and-pop stores build their reputation over many years. They can’t stay in business unless they offer the very best products and customer service, including unique gifts that are popular in your particular area.

The proprietors of the shops have a special bond with the community. Many local artisans will produce works that reflect the noteworthy heri-tage and cultural traditions of the re-gion. Another bonus to shopping in the local stores is that it helps to boost the local economy by keeping the money in the area.

Neighborhood stores also keep the towns vibrant and enable talented artisans to make a profit by doing what they love. Any time of the year is a great time to peruse local shops for unique gifts for others or even for yourself.

Every year, familiar chain stores bombard the public with announcements of big sales. These ads promise the lowest prices of the season on hot items that are sure to disappear from shelves at a rapid rate. Some of these stores draw crowds

out of small towns and into big stores that dwarf the small businesses that are found closer to home. When people go out of town to shop, local revenue is lost and the char-acter and vitality of a place is threatened.

Shop local: Preserve Wilson’s unique character

Local businesses are the heart of a community. In every town, there exists a street or group of streets lined with shops that cannot be found anywhere else. This unique collection of places to shop are part of what makes a town special.

Choosing out-of-town stores over these local treasures takes money out of the community and tells business own-ers that you prefer to spend your time in other areas.

HELPING THE TOWN

By doing your shopping locally, you bring both financial support and con-sumer faith back to area businesses. The money that you spend in your own backyard stays there rather than being funneled to a multi-national corporation. Simply put, when people support the businesses in a town, it benefits the town as a whole.

More revenue means that stores stay in business, which in turn preserves the vitality of a community. A bustling down-town shopping district will draw visitors as well as locals to experience the town’s unique nature.

With continued support, local busi-nesses can survive long enough to be-come legends in their own right. This enriches the history of the town and can aid in its growth by showing that there is a strong home town customer base.

The distinctive nature of small, local businesses means distinctive merchan-dise. A national chain may be able to offer you the must-have toy or item for your home, but only a local establish-

ment can bring items hand-crafted by artisans who live right in town. It would be hard for a chain store to match the quality of the cookies, pies, and cakes fresh from the local bakery.

PEOPLE YOU KNOW

The greatest treasures of the small businesses who bring all of these things to a community are the owners. Unlike the rushed and harried seasonal workers at big chain stores, owners and employ-ees of local shops are people you recog-nize from within the community.

This makes visiting their businesses more personal than a standard shopping trip. Staying local gives you an opportu-nity to establish relationships with shop owners who can come to know your preferences and will be able to help you more easily, leading to a relaxed, per-sonal shopping experience.

Many local business owners are also active in the town and nearby areas. The man who helped you pick out the perfect present for your niece may be the same person who puts out a fire at a neigh-bor’s house. The hairdresser could be the one overseeing the next big seasonal festival. By supporting the livelihoods of these people, you in turn support their ability to give back to the community.

Resisting the pull of out-of-town stores can be difficult, but the benefits of lo-cal shopping are worth staying close to home. Keeping money and consumer loyalty within the local economy helps to maintain the rich history and personality of a town and can help the community remain strong.


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COUNTRY RESTAURANTHwy. 58 • Near Country Club

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Country cooking at its very best — that’s what you’ll find at The Country Restaurant. The day begins early at this local favorite. The breakfast menu includes everything from country ham, tenderloin, sausage and bacon to eggs served any way you like, with fluffy biscuits, crisp toast, hotcakes and grits on the side, plus a never-ending cup of fresh, hot coffee — everything you could want from an old-fashioned country breakfast.

And speaking of old fashioned, the prices for all menu items are refreshingly reasonable — feels like you’re stepping back in time.

For lunch you’ll find freshly-made sandwiches and burgers, a variety of daily specials, and, whether you’re ordering BBQ pork chops or stew beef, each full meal includes fresh rolls and everyday vegetables.

Join a Wilson tradition and stop by The Country Restaurant for breakfast or lunch. For many area folks, it’s part of their daily routine.

CCountry Restaurant

The Country Restaurant4600 West Nash Street / Wilson252-237-8723Mon - Sat, 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.Owner: Patricia Miller

When it comes to working with antiques, you want some-one with the skill and experi-ence to make sure the job is done right. And with over 30 years of experience in antique restoration, furniture repair and refinishing, Stan Corbett has become one of the most trusted names around.

Corbett serves a wide variety of antique dealers, designers and decorators, collectors and homeowners. He also offers a showroom of furniture and spe-cialty boxes. Other services include architectural restoration, exterior door refinishing and fire and water damage restoration.

Recently many customers’ attentions have turned to lowering mattress heights due to the increased thicknesses of box springs and mattresses. Lowering mattresses and tightening bed rails and posts can often be accom-plished in the home with same day service.

No matter what your antique furniture may require, Stan Corbett has the knowledge and experience to make it new again.

CCorbett’s Reproductions

Corbett’s Reproductions315 Herring Avenue / Wilson252-289-6640Appointment only

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They said it wouldn’t work. A pharmacy with a drive-up win-

dow was a novel idea for Wilson 20 years ago, when Michael and Janet Warren first pursued the idea.

The first financial institution they approached for a loan even told them it wouldn’t work. In fact, they advised the Warrens to try to get back any money they had already spent.

But the Warrens persevered, know-ing deep down that Wilson was ready for a new pharmacy that offered con-venience and good service. Ultimate-ly, they went elsewhere for a loan.

And it took a year or two for people to find them once they opened their doors on Tarboro Street, but once they did, Medicap Pharmacy grew and thrived. It turned out the drive-thru window wasn’t such a bad idea after all. Nearly every pharmacy in town — not to mention the country — has one now. The Warrens say that customers also appre-ciate the fact that they can park at the entrance and be in and out in just a few steps.

But the Warrens aren’t the only ones who have kept Medicap going on these years. They say that they are fortunate to have long-time employees that are extremely people-friendly and helpful. Their pharmacy technicians, Anita, Gwen and Margaret, are “what make the business hum,” and the delivery driver, Jameshia, brings a smile to everyone she meets.

Medicap concentrates mainly on prescriptions, but they also carry many common non-prescription items as well, including greeting cards. They also offer a convenient photo processor for quick digital prints and, like they have for 20 years, free deliv-ery on all prescriptions.

Medicap Pharmacy1000 Tarboro Street / Wilson252-237-2111Mon – Fri, 9-6 / Sat, 9-1 Owners: Michael & Janet Warren

“We’re proud of our 20-year history, providing low-cost prescriptions to the people of Wilson in a convenient and friendly manner. We’re honored to serve this area and truly hope to continue the tradition for many years to come.”

MMedicap Pharmacy

-Michael Warren, co-owner

Pictured above, Michael Warren and staff.


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Jamie SmithVice President

Locally Owned - Family BusinessFREE TERMITE & MOISTURE CONTROL

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Same Day Service For Most Pests

3573 NC Hwy. 42 W, Wilson, NC

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Pest control and entomological scholarship seem to be bred directly into members of the Smith family. And, after several generations, it has led their name and brand to become synonymous with the best in Eastern North Carolina pest control.

Clyde “Les” Smith, who modestly started Rid A Pest in the detached building of his Wilson home in 1972, was the son of Dr. Clyde F. Smith, the head of the Department of Entomology at N.C. State and a world famous researcher in the field.

After studying entomology himself at N.C. State, discovering his passion for the subject and working various jobs in the pest control field, Les Smith decided to start his own pest control business in Wilson based on the prin-cipals of honesty, integrity and higher education. And, 40 years later, those principals have paid off, with offices in Wilson and Morehead City and the consistent recognition of being voted #1 in customer satisfaction in each of their service areas.

Les Smith’s sons, Jamie and Lee, each studied entomology at N.C. State before ultimately returning to the family business. Jamie currently serves as vice president and general manager of Rid A Pest, as well as manager of the Wilson office, while Lee manages the Morehead City office and serves as the marketing coordinator and staff entomologist.

They insist that each technician that works for Rid A Pest continue the tradition of insect education, providing continuing education courses on a regular basis for the staff members during their employment. This ensures each customer that their home is serviced by the best and most knowledge-able technicians around.

Rid A Pest offers the full spectrum of professional pest control services, including the prevention and control of any pest problem.

Today, with the three thriving offices in Eastern North Carolina and 40 employees among them, Rid-A-Pest — and more specifically, the Smith family — has earned its distinction as “the most trusted name in pest control.”

Rid A Pest3573 NC Hwy. 42 West / Wilson252-291-5565Mon-Fri, 8-5

“My family and I are so grateful to all the Wilsonians who have welcomed us and our business to Wilson and Eastern North Carolina. Thank you so much.”

RRid A Pest

-Les Smith


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The origins of Wilson landmark Womble Hardware & Tackle, Inc. begin in 1943, when J.M. Womble opened W. W. Furniture & Appliance Co. with his friend and busi-ness partner J.A. Williams, Sr.

As years went by, Womble’s children, J.M. “Jimmy” Womble, Jr. and Constance Daniels, eventually took over their father’s business but continued to work with J.A. Williams until his death in 1985. And in 2001, current owner Penny Womble purchased the business from her father, Jimmy, which she now runs with her adult children, Allyson Moye and Jimmy Miller.

In the early days, W. W. Furniture & Appliance Co. sold household furniture, appli-ances and linoleum rugs. But as time passed, Glidden paints and fishing tackle were added and the furniture and appliances were ultimately phased out. For 30 years, the store also served as the contract agent for the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles, registering and issuing N.C. license plates and transfers.

The name of the business was finally changed in 2005 to reflect the current nature of its operations, though the original name’s lettering is still visible on the building, remind-ing the family and customers of its rich history downtown. In 2006, the Womble family also acquired another historical downtown Wilson landmark, P. L. Woodard and Co., which dates back to 1898 and sells a variety of lawn equip-ment, animal feeds, garden plants and seeds, fertilizers, insecticides and more.

Womble Hardware & Tackle, Inc.230 Tarboro Street / Wilson252-291-1122Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Owner: Penny Womble

“We have actively operated Womble Hardware & Tackle, Inc. as a family-owned small business and are proud and very thankful to our loyal customers. We could not be here without you. We’re also carrying on this same tradition with P.L. Wo-odard and Co. now and feel very fortunate for the experience gained through that venture as well.”

WWomble Hardware & Tackle, Inc.

-Penny Womble, owner

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JC Harrisof Wilson, NC

4030 Ward Blvd., Wilson, NC • 252-237-1111 • www.jcharriscars.com

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Plus tax, tag and $389 dealer administration fee. $4,215 due at signing including $0 sec. dep., $315 first months payment. Dealer retains all rebates and incentives including $2000 lease conquest cash, 39 month lease based on 10,000 mi/year and .25/mi thereafter. On approved credit for well qualified buyers. Not responsible for excess wear and tear. See dealer for complete details. Offer Expires 7/2/12.

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The nearly 50-year tradition of J.C. Harris Cadillac can easily be summed up as a dealership that gives “a per-sonal touch.”

It’s the way brothers J.C. Harris, Jr., and Richard Harris, describe the dealer-ship that their father founded in 1963 on Lodge Street downtown, and it’s the way they execute every operation today.

That “personal” sentiment can be found in the massive amount of loyal, repeat customers that will only pur-chase their cars at J.C. Harris. It can be heard in the lack of an automated phone system, because the Harris fam-ily believes that anyone calling should talk to a person instead of recorded op-tions. And it can be witnessed in places like their auxiliary showroom, where each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon, from 2 to 5 p.m., the room is filled with members of the Wilson Duplicate Bridge Club playing bridge.

The Harris family, and their staff of knowledgeable sales-men and experienced auto technicians, could list a long string of dealership accolades — of which they’ve received countless on both state and national levels — but it wouldn’t be the way they measure their success, and it would be untrue to the spir-it surrounding their relationship to each customer. Their love for the customers is obvious in how they treat them on the lot, but also in how they treat them after driving away. Each customer knows that they can call Richard or J.C. personally to help them.

J.C. Harris Cadillac moved to their current location on Ward Boulevard in 1978, to a 23,000 square-foot building on five acres of land, after initial growth forced them into something bigger. But this is where they’re going to stay. They like being close to downtown and like being a part of the Barton community, among other things.

They prefer to stay where they are, doing it their own way — with a personal touch, one customer at a time.

J.C. HarrisCadillac4030 Ward Boulevard / Wilson252-237-1111Mon – Fri, 8:30-7 / Sat, 9-5Owners: Mrs. J.C. Harris, Richard Harris, J.C. Harris, Jr., & sister, Dorothy Welch

“We still do it the way our Daddy did it fifty years ago. Our customers are our friends. We’ll hopefully be a part of Wilson for a long, long time.”

JJ. C. Harris Cadillac

J.C. Harris, Jr., president


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AProjected to open this summer, the

newest bed and breakfast in Wilson County is poised to establish itself as an area tradition for years to come.

Owner Jason Cain has spent many months tirelessly renovating this elegant Elm City home — originally built in 1923 — on Main Street. The house contains: two downstairs bedrooms with a private bath; two upstairs bedrooms with a shared bath; Tempur-Pedic mattresses and premium cable in all bedrooms; a picturesque front porch and a large, recently-landscaped backyard patio area, flower garden and gazebo.

Hot breakfast is offered every morning from a seasonal menu, as well as evening coffee, tea and des-sert with the innkeeper. Looking for a cozy getaway not far from home? Look no further than Elm City and the Bailey House Bed & Breakfast.

BBailey House Bed & Breakfast

Bailey House Bed & Breakfast201 East Main Street / Elm City252-285-9754Open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week

Michael Aycock, owner of Aycock Transmission & Auto Service, worked on vehicles for over 22 years before opening his full-service shop on Forest Hills Road in 2009.

He received his Automotive Service Ex-cellence master certification 10 years ago and continues to pass training standards that allow him to remain ASE Master Certi-fied. Aycock and his team are experienced and knowledgeable with any American, European or other foreign vehicle. The crew at Aycock Transmission can not only rebuild or replace your transmission — or confidently fix any other mechanical problem that may arise — but are trained to spot the signs of possible problems and head them off early. From computer diagnostics on all vehicles, to tune-ups, A/C and heater repairs, and everything in between, Aycock can do it all.

After only three years, Aycock Trans-mission & Auto Service has built a strong reputation based on “great value and honest answers” to all your automotive needs. For the best price on transmission replacements and rebuilds, call Aycock.

Aycock Transmission

Aycock Transmission & Auto Service2918 Forest Hills Road / Wilson252-991-2009M – F, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.(other times by appt.)

& Auto Service

MICHAEL S. [email protected]

20+ Years ExperienceASE Certified

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Transmission • Tune Ups • Oil ChangesCheck Engine Light Diagnostics • Diesel Repair

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After 31 years in busi-ness, Hardee’s Furniture Warehouse Inc. knows a thing or two about home and office furnishings.

Their current 40,000-square-foot facility has the area’s larg-est selection of name brand furniture at discount prices, with over 100 manufacturers to choose from.

The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and professional and can walk you through your many options for any room in your home or office. Whether its a mattress from Sealy Posturpedic or Tempur-pedic, or fine furniture from Lane, Brayhill, How-ard Miller, Kincaid, Craftsmaster, you’ll find it at Hardee’s.

Hardee’s Furniture Ware-house also offers layaway plans or “12 months same as cash” deals on any purchase.

Hardee’s Furniture has earned its reputation as East-ern North Carolina’s premiere furniture destination.

HHardee’s FurnitureWarehouse

Hardee’s Furniture Warehouse4603 S U.S. 301 / Sharpsburg252-977-2325Mon-Tues, Thurs & Fri, 8:30-7Wed & Sat, 8:30-5

Pete and Ingrid Ramaglia opened up Pete’s Auto Body, Inc. after moving to Wilson from New York in 1975. For the first 15 years, they leased building space while work-ing side by side, but in 1990, they were able to buy property and build their dream shop at their current location on Ward Boulevard across from Wilson Community College.

Today, Pete’s Auto Body offers the full range of repair services for your vehicle, from unibody and frame straightening to standard auto body repairs and refinishing repairs.

In addition to mobile estimates and pick-up and delivery services, Pete’s also offers customers the AutoWatch vehicle tracking system that allows you the peace of mind to see your vehicle in the repair progress.

With years of great service be-hind them, you can relax as Pete’s certified technicians put your vehicle back on the road again.

PPete’s Auto Body

Pete’s Auto Body, Inc.4608 Ward Boulevard / Wilson252-291-5767Mon-Thurs, 8-5 / Fri, 8-4Owners: Pete & Ingrid Ramaglia

4608 Ward Blvd•Wilson, NC • 252-291-5767•Fax 252-291-3115Estimates By Appointment Only

A Local Favorite


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More than a newspaper, a community institution since 1896.

The Dickerman family along with 56 employees are proud to call Wilson home.

local family owned


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The Wilson Times Co., is the offspring of the Primi-tive Baptist publication, Zion’s Landmark, established in 1867 by Elder P. D. Gold, pastor of the Wilson Primitive Baptist Church.

Gold founded the P. D. Gold Publishing Company and his son, John D. Gold, later joined him in the company, which published Zion’s Landmark and operated a job printing shop.

In 1896, John D. Gold founded The Wilson Times, a weekly newspaper, which later became a semi-weekly, and then, in 1902, became The Wilson Daily Times.

Gold remained active until 1946, when the news-paper was leased by H.D. Brauff with an option to buy. Even after his retirement, Gold visited The Times frequently and continued to take an interest in its progress and expansion. His daughter, Elizabeth Gold Swindell, was the paper’s business manager. In 1954 Brauff offered Mrs. Swindell a one-fifth interest to continue in that position. She accepted.

Two years later, Mrs. Swindell announced her pur-chase of the paper from the Brauff family. This trans-action made Elizabeth Swindell the sole owner of the paper, which she served as editor and publisher until her death in 1983.

In 1957 Morgan Paul Dickerman II of Wallingford, Conn., joined his mother-in-law as associate publish-er. Beginning in 1959, DIckerman assisted in three major expansions of the paper, and in 1967 he and Mrs. Swindell purchased an adjacent 40,000 square foot building and installed a new 40-page capacity offset press.

Dickerman remained associate publisher and general manager of The Daily Times until his death in July 16, 1974. At that time Mrs. Swindell was joined by her daughter, Margaret Dickerman, in overseeing the operations of the paper.

Morgan Paul Dickerman III joined the company as vice president in 1979. He was named president and publisher on Mrs. Swindell’s death. In 1983 The Wilson Daily Times moved to its present location, occupying a $2.6 mil-lion 30,000 square-foot building that included the latest in electronic editing and classified systems, as well as expanded facilities for all departments.

The Wilson Times Company has evolved quite a bit since it’s P.D. Gold Publishing Co. days, but we are proud to be one of the few family-owned newspapers remaining in the state. Today, the Wilson Times Co. prints The Wilson Times, has www.wil-sontimes.com, The Wilson County Phone Directory and continues the Gold Press tradition of publishing books.

The Wilson Times2001 Downing Street / Wilson252-265-7870Mon – Fri, 8:30-5Publishes six days/week

“I am very proud of my heritage in the printing business, and I take pride that our family and the many employ-ees of the newspa-per have served the Wilson community with a news and advertising prod-uct that both helps Wilson’s citizens to stay informed and their businesses to grow.”

TThe Wilson Times

-Morgan P. Dickerman, III,

publisher

The brick building shown to the left was located next to the court-house and was the original home of The Wilson Daily Times and P.D. Gold Publishing.

Below, The Wilson Daily Times building on Goldsboro Street in the prior to its expansion and, later, its ultimate move to the current location at 2001 Downing Street in 1983.


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For over 40 years, people have trusted the Medlin name for quality pre-owned ve-hicles in Eastern North Carolina. The tradition was initiated by Jack Medlin, Sr., whose sons, Jack Jr. and Jeff, later followed suit in 1994 when they started a new Hyundai dealer-ship in Rocky Mount, where they also sold quality pre-owned vehicles.

While that dealership grew and thrived, the brothers partnered together again in 2000 to buy a dealership in Wilson, which quickly became Medlin Buick GMC.

This new dealership also thrived, due directly to its reputation of straight dealing and its commit-ment to take care of its customers on both new and used vehicles. In 2005, the Mazda franchise was added to the well-established Medlin brand in Wilson.

Medlin has always recognized the importance of giving back to the community that supports it. The dealership has been extremely commit-ted to the fundraising efforts of many local churches, in the sponsorship of youth sports teams and organizations such as the Wilson Rotary, Wil-son Shrine Club, Rocky Mount Shrine Club, American Cancer Society Relay for Life and several other organizations by sponsoring Hole-in-One golf tournaments.

In April of 2011, Medlin Buick GMC Mazda suffered tornado damage to its showroom, detail shop and over 180 cars. Though they were able to clean up and reopen in just a few days, Medlin has taken this opportunity to overhaul the dealership. They appreciate the patience of each customer as they work through the redesign process, but are excited to build upon Medlin’s growing tradi-tion in Wilson and make it even better for the years to come.

“We appreciate the support that the Wilson community has given to us over the years. We also know that we must continue to earn that support by providing you with a sales and service experience that is second to none, along with remaining active in our com-munity. That is our mission.”

MMedlin Buick GMC Mazda

Medlin Buick GMC Mazda1900 Tarboro St. / Wilson252-243-6106Mon-Thurs, 9-7:30, Fri, 9-7, Sat, 9-5

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Hubert Vester Toyota Scion’s track record already speaks for itself. Only in operation since 2003, the dealer-ship is already a six-time winner of the Toyota’s President’s Award, Toyota’s most prestigious distinction — awarded to dealers who excel in sales, service and, most of all, cus-tomer satisfaction.

Hubert Vester Toyota Scion is Wil-son’s “#1 volume dealer” and has a strong and committed sales and ser-vice staff — top ranked in customer satisfaction — with many years of experience meeting their customers’ needs. In fact, their Customer Care for Life program will keep your mind at ease any time you need to return to the lot for years to come.

But Hubert Vester is not only committed to you on the lot. They are also committed to caring for both you and your car once you drive away. In addition to a full-service rental car department, a free shuttle service anywhere in Wilson and free loaner car program, Hubert Vester will provide free delivery for all new and used vehicle purchases to anywhere in N.C., serving S.C., and Va. Vehicle deliveries around the Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest, Goldsboro, Rocky Mount and Greenville areas are quite popular.

Need to service your vehicle? No problem. Hubert Vester’s service facility offers state of the art equipment, as well as Toyota factory trained and Toyota Master Techni-cians.

So come by the showroom on Raleigh Road Parkway, en-joy the free Wi-Fi and speak with a friendly, knowledgeable salesman about what Hubert Vester can do to help you. Whether you are searching for a new vehicle, an acces-sory to dress up your current vehicle, or a service to keep your Toyota in top condition, the folks at Hubert Vester always look forward to serv-ing you.

Hubert Vester Toyota Scion3712 Raleigh Road Pkwy / Wilson252-291-5300Mon – Fri, 9-8 / Sat, 9-5 Owner: Hubert Vester

“We fully understand that ‘We depend on you to depend on us’ and we strive to make sure we are the Toyota dealer that you can depend on. Our job is to respect your hard earned dollars and we understand that we must be exceptional to earn your business. There are too many options when it comes to buying a new vehicle not to expect the very best customer experience possible.”

HHubert Vester Toyota Scion


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Vin #5TDKK3DC9CS261542. 36 month closed end lease with tier 1 approved credit through SETF. 12,000 miles/year $2739 down plus tax, tags, registration, title, and $399 dealer fees. See dealer for details. Offer ends 7/31/2012.

New 2012 ToyotaSienna LEPL, PW, back-up camera, power sliding doors, Bluetooth. Model #5338. Stock #TN4560.

Vin #5TOZA3EHOCSO27785. 36 month closed end lease with tier 1 approved credit through SETF. 12,000 miles/year $2739 down plus tax, tags, registration, title, and $399 dealer fees. See dealer for details. Offer ends 7/31/2012.

Tech Package, 3rd Row Seat, PL, PW, PS, Bluetooth, back-up camera. Model #6942. Stock #TN4533.

New 2012 ToyotaCamry SE

2.5L, 4 Cylinder, AT. Model #2546. Stock #TN4460.

New 2012 ToyotaHighlander

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Vin #5TFRY5FIXCX122342. Price excludes plus tax, tags, registration, title, and $399 dealer fees. MSRP $34,927. *$7,000 off includes $3,000 dealer cash and $4,000 dealer discount. See dealer for details. Offer ends 7/31/2012.

New 2012 ToyotaTundra Double Cab

5.7L, V8, SR5, AT. Model #8241. Stock #TN4082.

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2 YEARS COMPLIMENTARY MAINTENANCE PROVIDED BY TOYOTA!

3712 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson252-291-5300 866-308-6968 www.hubertvestertoyota.com

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