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Fabric dyeing operation Ultimate Textiles employs about 30 people, and was recently certified to be organic by the Global Organic Textile Standard from Bologna, Italy.
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Larry Crowe, owner of Sunnyside Orchard, inspects one of the peach trees in his orchard. Crowe claims neighboring Ultimate Textiles is responsible for the death of many trees earlier this year, but said he was happy some trees have recently shown new growth.
‘I know what I smelled coming from there earlier this year,” Crowe said. “It was some kind of raw-sewagetype smell, like untreated sewage. Not long after that, it started stinging my eyes and making them tear up. I’ve had a heart transplant, so I’m very sensitive to chemicals and smells now.’ — Larry Crowe, owner of Sunnyside Orchard
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RUTHERFORDTON — Something is killing Larry Crowe’s peach trees at Sunnyside Orchard. In April, Crowe was convinced it was exhaust from his next door neighbor, Ultimate Textiles. But in August, tests from N.C. State University’s agriculture department showed no evidence of pollution damage to the trees. That’s when Crowe took to the airwaves with a special report on WLOS 13. “We were blindsided by the news report,” said Ultimate Textiles owner Rocky Guarriello. “Larry has been our neighbor for almost 14 years, since we moved the operation here, and I bought this land from him. For him to go on TV and accuse us of breaking the law on emissions Please see Report, Page 6A
‘We were blindsided by the news report. Larry has been our neighbor for almost 14 years, since we moved the operation here, and I bought this land from him. For him to go on TV and accuse us of breaking the law on emissions standards and say we’re killing his trees, it was devastating.’ —Rocky Guarriello owner of Ultimate Textiles in Spindale
BOOKS IN THE SWING Sarah McElhone (right) holds 5-month old Caitlin while helping 2 year-old twins, Adin and Dillon, 2, read their “Ready, Set Go, Fishing” activity books received at the 15th anniversary celebration of the Foothills Conservancy at Wilson Creek Visitors Center. Wilson Creek is known as a “mecca” for trout fishing, and fly fishing demonstrations were conducted during the event. The children’s father, Sean, was making photographs for the family album. For more photographs and the story of the conservancy 15th year, read today’s Spotlight, Page 1B. Jean Gordon/Daily Courier
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SPINDALE — Rutherford County veterans have an opportunity to be a part of the N.C. Veterans Park, which is opening in Fayetteville in 2011. The park will be designed as a place of inspiration and support for veterans to share their experiences, as well as witness the pride and gratitude the state of North Carolina feels for their service, according to news releases about the park. As part of the exhibits, a memorial wall will feature a bronze cast molding of a veteran’s hand from each of North Carolina’s 100 counties. Soil from each county will become a part of the columns, which will include the hand casts of supportive family, friends and other supporters of veterans across the state. Any Rutherford County resident veteran with an honorable discharge has an opportunity to be chosen for the hand cast. “It will be a great honor to have Please see Veterans, Page 6A
Man accused of taking pet medication By LARRY DALE Daily Courier Staff Writer
RUTHERFORDTON — A Rutherfordton man accused of taking pet medication has been charged with 10 felony counts of larceny by employee. Johnny Alexander Edgerton, 51, of the 200 block of Chimney Rock Road, was charged Monday and placed in the Rutherford County Jail under a $150,000 secured bond. Edgerton is scheduled to make a first appearance Tuesday in District Court in Rutherfordton. The incident involves 10 cases of pet medication taken from Rutherford Edgerton Veterinary Hospital. The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office incident report says Edgerton is accused of taking nine cases of FRONTLINE Plus for dogs, valued at $560 per case. Each case contained 10 packs of FRONTLINE, a flea and tick killer, and each pack had six applicators. He is also accused of taking a case of Interceptor heartworm medicine. Tim and Michelle Greene, owners of the hospital at 305 U.S. 64/74A in Rutherfordton, told the RCSO they began to notice about two weeks ago that items were missing from the business, and they began to look into the matter themselves. The RCSO report says Edgerton was caught in the business Monday evening. Officers received consent to search Edgerton’s apartment, and they recovered one case of FRONTLINE Plus. Edgerton is charged with taking nine cases of FRONTLINE, valued at $5,040, and one case of Interceptor, valued at $300. Contact Dale via e-mail at ldale@thedigitalcourier.com
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Health workshop set for Tuesday From staff reports
FOREST CITY — Amanda S. Leeson, community health educator for Rutherford Hospital Inc., will talk about “The Five Smartest Things You Can Do for Your Health� at the regular monthly meeting of Volunteer Rutherford on Tuesday. The meeting, which will be held in the Courtyard Room of Rutherford Hospital, will begin at 8:30 a.m. There is no fee to attend the meeting. Volunteer Rutherford is a cooperative endeavor of volunteer administrators and
managers of local nonprofits. It is sponsored by the Rutherford County Commissioners as part of a statewide effort to recognize the contributions of volunteers. Volunteer Rutherford coordinates an annual luncheon, where locally nominated volunteers are saluted. Winners on the local level are submitted for statewide recognition. Affiliation with Volunteer Rutherford also provides networking and discussion opportunities for those in the nonprofit field. The group is also sponsoring a workshop Nov. 5 at Cool Springs
Administrative Offices of Rutherford County Schools. The workshop is called “Energize Your Programs with M&Ms (Marketing & Money).� T he workshop has been approved for three hours of credit by the N.C. Association of Volunteer Administrators. All interested members of the nonprofit sector in Rutherford County are encouraged to join. Leeson Members meet regularly on the Contact Kim Smith, third Tuesday of the president, kimks19@ month at Rutherford aol.com, or Nell Hospital. Annual Bovender, nbovenmembership is $10. der@bellsouth.net.
Lions Club, Hardins Drug hold free vision screenings From staff reports
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Despite freezes, U.S. still racking up foreclosures
MIAMI (AP) — For most Americans at risk of losing their homes, the brutal business of foreclosure goes on. Bank of America halted foreclosures across the country to address paperwork problems, but three other banks did so only in 23 states. Other banks holding millions of mortgages have not suspended any foreclosures. In the other 27 states, judges don’t have to review foreclosures. A homeowner must sue the bank for that to happen. Paperwork mistakes and fraud are even harder to discover, legal experts say. Those states without judicial oversight for foreclosures include eight of the top 10 foreclosure states in America, including California, Arizona and Nevada. As with all real estate matters, location is everything. “My gut tells me there’s a greater likelihood of fraud in these cases,” said Ray Brescia, a professor at Albany Law School in New York who has closely studied the U.S. mortgage crisis. Not only have the mortgage industry’s actions been limited geographically, but banks mean different things when they say they’re halting foreclosures. Ally Financial’s GMAC Mortgage unit, for example, is continuing to initiate foreclosures nationwide. It has stopped evicting homeowners and selling foreclosed properties in the 23 states that require judges’ approval. By contrast, Bank of America has stopped seizing foreclosed homes in all 50 states — but is continuing
to sell homes that had already been foreclosed on and is still processing new foreclosures. Outside of the major banks, and even in states that do require a judge to look over the bank’s shoulder, foreclosures are going forward at a headspinning pace. So the nation’s mortgage crisis goes on. In Tampa, Fla., last week, a county circuit judge dispensed with dozens of cases on a single day. Eleven foreclosures went through in one 18-minute period. Most people never show up, and few hire lawyers. “I’m really sorry that you are in this situation, but I can’t order the bank to modify your mortgage,” Judge Sandra Taylor told one young couple who owed $222,000 on a home and stopped making payments two years ago. “I wish you the best. You’re in a really large boat with a lot of other people.” Ally Financial, JPMorgan Chase and PNC have suspended foreclosures in 23 states amid evidence that bank employees falsely swore they had personal knowledge of a particular case, because documents could not be located or because of other paperwork problems. At one law firm in Florida, signatures were routinely forged, unnecessary extra fees charged, notary stamps misused and documents altered, all in the name of racking up as many foreclosures as possible, a paralegal said in a recent deposition. “We find sworn statements that justify depriving people of their homes that are made up. They are basically created out of thin air,” said Rep.
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4A — The Daily Courier, Forest City, NC, Wednesday, October 13, 2010 ■ A daily forum for opinion, commentary and editorials on the news that affects us all.
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Our Views Hickory case raises questions
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he stories that family and neighbors are now telling about the tragic life of a young Hickory girl who is now believed to be dead are shocking. What is difficult to understand is how all those people saw what they are reporting now and that nothing was done to help this child. These witnesses report seeing the child beaten, knowing that she was locked in her room for hours and hours, and they reported it. Yet, nothing was done. One neighbor said that Department of Social Services workers recently visited the family’s home. DSS is not saying anything now about what its staff did or did not do. Police in Hickory are now treating this case as a homicide even though they have no idea yet where the child is. If the stories the witnesses are now telling are true, someone is going to have to do a lot of explaining. One neighbor said that there were warning signs of trouble in the girl’s home, but that “you never want to fear the worst.” Exactly what happened to this young girl and why she got no help is something that should concern us all.
Our readers’ views Says limited federal government needed To the editor: As we approach the next national election to select members of the new Congress, it is important that we recall our history to learn from our past in order to affect both our present and our future direction. If we obtain an authentic and complete history rather than a “revisionist history” which distorts and deceives, then we can learn from both our past successes and mistakes so we are better able to address current and future issues. Understanding our historical roots, our heritage, and traditions helps us to understand where we have come from, what we stand for, and where we are going. The N.C. Department of Public Instruction attempted to revise the U.S. history curriculum and to focus upon the presidents after Abraham Lincoln. Many of the presidents in the twentieth century advocated a liberal and progressive agenda that directed our nation away from its Christian roots and factored God out of man’s decisions. This action would have deprived the students of fundamental knowledge regarding the formation of our nation and an understanding of the strong moral character reflected in the early Presidents. Our current Executive Branch of government not only advocates a liberal and progressive agenda, but also undermines the Christian roots of our Republic. This administration advocates a strong socialistic agenda with a redistribution of the wealth in which both money and real property are taken from one group and redistributed to another claiming this is “Social Justice” spoken of in the Bible and in Apostolic Tradition. Scripture is clear about render-
ing to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s and to God the things that are God. Scripture directs His people to support the church utilizing both talents and a tithe (l0 percent). In stark contrast, the government confiscates in taxes progressively more money for the federal, state, county, and municipal governments. The current administration’s unquenchable thirst for revenue is not satisfied with income and payroll taxes and will initiate a death tax that will confiscate fifty-five percent (55 percent) of an estate after death, beginning next year. Beyond the payroll and property taxes, states impose a sales tax on the purchases of real goods and our county officials adding another one-half cent local option sales tax upon all sales in the county that are paid with “after-tax dollars” noted above. The State is considering a tax on professional services (e.g., services provided by accountants, physicians, attorneys, etc.) to increase revenues to support government programs. At the federal level, the current administration is considering not only increased federal income taxes, but also a federal sales tax and a value added tax to engorge the federal coffers in an attempt to “redistribute the wealth.” For those who purchase gasoline or diesel fuel to run their vehicles, the State and Federal governments impose another tax to build and maintain the federal and state highway systems. North Carolina gasoline taxes collected are directed to the Highway Trust Fund and the Fund is entrusted to utilize these funds for their designated purpose. However, North Carolina legislative actions in the past have confiscated and misappropriated these funds to cover deficit spending betraying the trust
placed in the elected government officials and the original legislated purpose of the Highway Trust Fund. However, the Obama administration not only wants to heavily tax industry, small business, and individuals; the true socialist agenda of the administration and Democratic controlled Congress advocates government ownership of business (e.g., automotive companies - GMC; insurance companies - AlG; banks, etc.). This is not what our founding fathers fought and died for; this is not “change we can believe in.” A national election will occur the first week in November. Thomas Jefferson noted that the preservation of our Republic depends upon an informed electorate. Consider the direction our nation should take and vote for candidates that provide a written promise to defend our Republic and the original principles established in the Constitution of the United States including a small and limited federal government. Thomas M. LaBreche Rutherfordton
Says donation helps restore faith in people To the editor: People are good. Not too long ago I wrote about the theft of a scarf from a consignment shop in Lake Lure. There was a tag on the scarf stating that the proceeds from the sale would go to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Today Char and Chuck, friends of mine, restored my faith in the goodness of people. They gave me a check made out to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network for more than the price of the scarf. Thank you, Char and Chuck Peggy Keys Lake Lure
Incessant polling has become a political fixture RALEIGH – A recent report calls the phenomenon a new dynamic of North Carolina politics. Political polling may have been around since the 19th century, but a report from The Program on Public Life at School of Journalism at UNC-Chapel Hill focuses on a more recent trend, what it calls “nearly incessant polling” of both political races and issues. The authors of the piece look at not only the frequency of polling these days, but how early the surveys begin. They cite how early polling in the U.S. Senate race between Republican incumbent Richard Burr and Elaine Marshall, in June and July, produced very different results, with Burr alternately enjoying substantial leads or
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being tied with Marshall. The report, which can be found at http://southnow. org, includes portraits of the two main producers of polling fodder in North Carolina – the conservative Civitas Institute and the Democratic-leaning Public Policy Polling. The report’s authors tend to avoid broad, sweeping statements about the good and the bad of the trend. So allow me to step in where they don’t wish to tread. As the report notes, issues
polling gives voters a chance to express their opinions to the elected. Candidate polling can generate interest in races and give candidate and voter a barometer on which way the political winds are blowing. Still, voters ought to be suspicious of polls for any number of reasons. Polling results can be manipulated, as survey samples are weighted or not weighted. Weighting is a pollster’s tool to make the survey reflect the demographics of voting district. Civitas doesn’t use weighting. It also doesn’t conduct its own surveys, but rather commissions other polling companies to do them. A while back, one of those companies, TelOpinion Research, produced several
polls for Civitas that seemed a bit heavy on older voters. Older voters tend to be more conservative. PPP does weight polls. One of its recent polls looked heavily weighted for minority turnout in a mid-term election. Minority voters tend to be more liberal. Few polls end up with perfect samples. That’s why pollsters always include a margin-of-error, a sort of statistical disclaimer about their product. But it’s also questionable whether polls produced early in the campaign season mean much, especially on down-ballot races. Civitas conducted polls on state legislative races as early as August, some of them generating results with 80 percent or more voters polled saying they would
cast their vote for one candidate or the other. A question not asked of those 80-plus percent of respondents: Had you ever heard of the candidate before this telephone call? A bigger issue is whether voters should trust polling outfits with agendas other than providing information to the public. Civitas makes no bones about promoting conservative policies, and an offshoot organization is sending out campaign-related mailers; PPP represents Democratic clients for private, internal polling. I guess we’ll have to see how their results compare to that big poll of all voters in a few weeks. Mooneyham is executive director of the Capitol Press Association.
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Rifle, helmet stolen at veteran’s memorial
Betty Smart
Betty Lou Ledbetter GREENVILLE (AP) — Brass boots are all that remain of Smart, 73, of Ellenboro, a Veterans Memorial monument that has been vandalized in died Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, Greenville. at Hospice House in Forest WNCT-TV reported a missing rifle and helmet were City. reported to Greenville police Sunday evening. The cost of She was the widow of replacing the items is estimated at $10,000. Robert Lee Smart, and The stone memorial was dedicated in 1989, and a statue consisting of a soldier’s helmet, rifle and boots was added in daughter of the late Luther 2007. Pitt County veterans and others donated the money to and Pearl Beheler Ledbetter. She was a member of add the items. Corinth Baptist Church, Gary Fenton with the Greenville Parks and Recreation where she was a member of Department says the city will repair the monument as soon the Sisters Sunday School as possible. Class. She is survived by a DA: Still deciding penalty in college case daughter, Gale Holder of ELIZABETH CITY (AP) — The district attorney prosecut- Ellenboro; a son, Alan Smart ing a man charged with killing a student at a North Carolina of Ellenboro; a brother, Bud Bible college says he hasn’t decided whether to seek the death Ledbetter of Alexander Mills; four grandchildren; penalty. and four great-grandchilThe Daily Advance of Elizabeth City reported District dren. Attorney Frank Parrish said Monday he needs more inforFuneral services will be mation before deciding if he’ll seek the death penalty against held Thursday at 3 p.m. at 23-year-old Christopher David Amyx. Corinth Baptist Church with the Revs. David Jendrey and A grand jury in Pasquotank County on Monday indictAd Hopper officiating. The ed Amyx on a first-degree murder charge in the death of body will be placed in the Jonathan Schipper of Havelock. church 30 minutes before Schipper was shot Oct. 3 in a dormitory. the service. Burial will folBoth men were students at Mid-Atlantic Christian low in the church cemetery. University in Elizabeth City. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at DA hopes to decide on Easley case soon Washburn & Dorsey Funeral Home. RALEIGH (AP) — The prosecutor reviewing whether former North Carolina Gov. Mike Easley or others violated campaign finance laws says he hopes to decide in the next Online condolences: www.washburndorsey.com month if he’ll pursue criminal charges. Rowan County District Attorney Bill Kenerly told The Associated Press on Monday that he has interviewed witElizabeth Duncan nesses as recently as the last 30 days. Elizabeth Duncan, 65, of 1461 NC Hwy 108, The court system appointed Kenerly to review the case Rutherfordton, died Tuesday, almost a year ago when the State Board of Elections fined Oct. 12, 2010, at Rutherford Easley’s campaign committee $100,000 for failing to timely Hospital. report dozens of airplane flights carrying Easley. Funeral arrangements Easley’s attorney didn’t immediately return a phone call are incomplete and will Monday. be announced by Crowe’s Mortuary & Crematory.
Police Notes Sheriff’s Reports
n The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Department responded to 136 E-911 calls Monday. n Frank Hines reported vandalism to a motor vehicle. n Curtis Mosley reported an assault and the theft of a motor vehicle.
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n The Rutherfordton Police Department responded to 29 E-911 calls Monday.
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n The Spindale Police Department responded to 22 E-911 calls Monday.
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n Lake Lure Police Department responded to 11 E-911 calls Monday.
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n The Forest City Police Department responded to 58 E-911 calls Monday. n An employee of Southside Motors reported a lost or stolen license plate.
Arrests
n Adrian Chambers, 18, of Methodist Drive, Spartanburg; charged with disorderly conduct; placed under a $3,000 secured bond. (FCPD) n Joshua Goldsberry, 24, of Sherrill Street, Forest City; charged with disorderly conduct; placed under a $3,000 secured bond. (FCPD) n Dustin Lawter, 27, of Robinhood Drive, Forest City; charged with second degree trespass; placed under a $5,000 secured bond. (FCPD) n Cathy Diane Ferguson, 49, of the 200 block of St. Matthews Lane; charged with felony probation violation; placed under a $20,000 secured bond. (Probation) n Jennifer Danielle Greene, 27, of the 100 block of Jennifer Drive; charged with misdemeanor larceny and injury to personal property; released on a $500 unsecured bond. (RCSD)
n Saundra Darlene Finger, 44, of the 1500 block of State Line Road; charged with possession of a weapon by prisoner and trafficking in methamphetamine; released on a $30,000 unsecured bond. (RCSD)
n Larry James Couch, 35, of the 100 block of Jazz Lane; charged with possession with intent to sell and deliver schedule IV controlled substance, sell or deliver schedule IV controlled substance and maintain vehicle/ dwelling/ place for controlled substance; placed under a $20,000 secured bond. (RCSD) n David Joseph Levitsky, 18, of the 200 block of Coney Island Road; charged with second-degree trespassing; placed under a $5,000 secured bond. (RCSD) n Justin Carl Rippy, 21, of the 1000 block of Old Ballpark Road; charged with fail to register as a sex offender in the satellitebased monitoring program; placed under a $30,000 secured bond. (RCSD) n Johnny Ray Owens, 52, of the 100 block of Groce Street; charged with assault on a government official, resisting a public officer and false report to a police station; placed under a $4,000 secured bond. (RCSD) n Timothy Jason Smith, 28, of the 700 block of Rock Road; charged with local ordinance possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver schedule I controlled substance and resisting a public officer; placed under a $30,000 secured bond. (RCSD)
EMS n Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services responded to 28 E-911 calls Monday. n The Volunteer Life Saving and Rescue, Hickory Nut Gorge EMS and Rutherford County Rescue responded to eight E-911 calls Monday.
Fire Calls n Cherry Mountain firefighters responded to an outbuilding fire, assisted by Bostic and Ellenboro firefighters. n Bostic firefighters responded to a motor vehicle accident. n Cliffside firefighters responded to a motor vehicle accident and to a trash container fire. n Green Hill firefighters responded to a trash container fire. n Rutherfordton firefighters responded to an industrial fire, assisted by Green Hill and SDO firefighters.
Doozy Allison Dewey Frazer “Doozy” Allison, 84, of 1504 Abes Mountain Road, Mooresboro, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, at Hospice at Wendover. A native of Cleveland County, he was a son of the late Dexter and Evie Potter Allison. He was retired from Cone Mills Cliffside plant and a member of Camp Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Louise Bailey Allison; two sons, Timothy Dewey Allison and Tommy Lee Allison, both of Mooresboro; a daughter, Vonda Allison of Mooresboro; two brothers, Horace Dean Allison of Mooresboro and Maynard Allison of Gaffney; three sisters, Virginia Huskey and Helen Littlejohn, both of Gaffney, S.C., and Lillie Mae Jackson of Mooresboro; and four grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Camp Creek Baptist Church with the Revs. Dale Welch and Stuart Kersey officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at McKinney-Landreth Funeral Home in Cliffside.
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In addition to her mother, Teresa is survived by her husband, Charlie Jones Jr.; two daughters, Angela Hutchins of the home and Miranda Hutchins and Jeremy Hicks of Elk Park; a son, Chris Hutchins of Wilmington; stepdaughter, Sarah Morrissey of Morganton; stepson, Brad Jones of Kingsport, Tenn.; a sister, Elizabeth Gibson of Charleston, S.C.; and three brothers, Douglas “Leon” Brookshire of Nebo, David Brookshire and Bobby Dean Brookshire, both of Marion; and seven grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Thursday at 7 p. m. in the Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services with the Rev. Ricky Ray officiating. The family will receive friends two hours before the service at the funeral home and at other times at the home. Memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society or to the Gideon’s International. Online condolences: www.yanceyfuneralservice.com
Deaths Walter Staley MEXICO, Mo. (AP) — Equestrian Walter Staley, who represented the U.S. at three Olympic Games, has died in eastern Missouri. Arnold’s Funeral Home in Mexico has told The Associated Press that 77-year-old Staley died Sunday morning at Audrain Medical Center. His cause of death was not immediately available. Staley was part of the U.S. equestrian team in 1952 in Helsinki, Finland; in 1956 in Stockholm, Sweden; and in 1960 in Rome, Italy. He was captain of the 1960 team. The 1952 team won the bronze medal. Staley also won a gold medal at the Pan American Games in Mexico City, Mexico, in 1955. Solomon Burke AMSTERDAM (AP) — Solomon Burke was born to the sound of music in an upstairs room of a Philadelphia church and went on to become one of the greatest soul sing-
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ers of the 1960s, renowned as among music’s premier vocalists. Yet his popularity never matched that of those he influenced, contemporaries including James Brown and Marvin Gaye, a reality he accepted with grace and some frustration, colleagues said. Burke, 70, died early Sunday of natural causes at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, his family said in a statement on the singer’s website. Legendary Atlantic Records producer Jerry Wexler once called Burke, “the best soul singer of all time.” Anti- Records President Andy Kaulkin, whose label produced Burke’s comeback record, “Don’t Give Up On Me,” which won him his first and only Grammy, said, “Popular music today wouldn’t be where it is without Solomon Burke.” Burke, a giant man with a powerful soulful voice to match, appeared on stage on a throne in later years partly because of his regal persona and partly because of health problems. He joined Atlantic in 1960 and went on to record a string of hits in a decade with the label. Two of Burke’s best-known songs reached a wider audience when they were featured in hit movies. He wrote “Everybody Needs Somebody to Love” in 1964 and it was later featured in the Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi movie “The Blues Brothers.” The Rolling Stones and Wilson Pickett also recorded it. A bare-chested Patrick Swayze danced seductively with Jennifer Grey to Burke’s “Cry To Me” in one of the most memorable scenes from the movie “Dirty Dancing.” According to his website, Burke was born March 21, 1940. Burke was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001 and won a Best Contemporary Blues Album Grammy a year later.
Teresa Brookshire Jones Teresa Brookshire Jones, age 50, of the Estatoe Community, Spruce Pine, passed away on Sunday, October 10th, 2010 at the John F. Keever Solace Center. A native of McDowell County, she was a daughter of Margie Brookshire of McDowell County and the late Everett Brookshire. She was also preceded in death by her father-in-law, Charles Jones, Sr., who passed away in July. Teresa loved spending time with her family, friends and grandchildren. In addition to her mother, Teresa is survived by her loving husband, Charlie Jones, Jr.; two daughters: Angela Hutchins of the home and Miranda Hutchins and Jeremy Hicks of Elk Park; a son, Chris Hutchins and wife, Katie, of Wilmington; stepdaughter, Sarah Morrissey and husband, Jamie, of Morganton; step-son, Brad Jones, and wife, Dedra, of Kingsport, TN; motherin-law, Betty Jones of Spruce Pine; a sister, Elizabeth Gibson, and husband, Jack, of Charleston, SC and three brothers: Douglas “Leon” Brookshire of Nebo, David Brookshire and wife, Rebecca, of Marion and Bobby Dean Brookshire of Marion; seven grandchildren: Trinton Nunnally, Ashur Webb, Aerith Webb, Gavin Nunnally, Caleb Morrissey, Emma Morrisey and Jett Hicks. Also surviving is a special friend whom she considered her sister, Dawn Hollifield. Memorial Services will be held at 7 p. m. on Thursday, October 14th, in the Chapel of Yancey Funeral Services. Rev. Ricky Ray will officiate. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 p. m. on Thursday prior to the service at the funeral home and at other times will be at the home. Memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society or to the Gideon’s International. The family would like to say a special thank you to the John F. Keever Solace Center in Asheville for the wonderful care and kindness given to Teresa during her illness. To send online condolences, please visit our website at www. yanceyfuneralservice.com Paid obit
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Ongoing Foothills Harvest Ministry: Oct. 11-15, 25 cent clearance sale on select skirts, shoes, shirts, slacks and many other items. Store hours, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m,. and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Town of Forest City smoking lines for infiltration: Through Oct. 13; to check for damaged sewer lines, the Town of Forest City will be smoking the lines. You may see smoke in your house; it is not harmful and will not damage anything, but if you have smoke in your house let the town and fire department know by calling Forest City Public Works, 245-0149, or Forest City Fire Department, 245-2111. Hospice Resale Shop: Storewide half price sale Oct. 7-9; save half on entire stock, including clothing priced at 25 cents; store hours 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Washburn Community Outreach Center: Winter clothing has arrived, half price selection in the store, 25 cent sale on the porch; hours are Thursday through SAturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 13 Preschool story time: 11 a.m., Rutherford County Library Haynes Branch; for ages 2 to 5; free.
Thursday, Oct. 14 “Dine Out for Kids:” Water Oak Restaurant; proceeds from the event will help fund Communities in Schools of Rutherford County’s programs such as backpack for food, Starbase program, reading programs, mentoring and Stuff the Bus. Preschool story time: 10:30 a.m., Rutherford County Library Mountains Branch; for ages 2 to 5; free. Political forum: 1 p.m., Rutherford County Senior Center; candidates for sheriff, clerk of court, board of election and soil and water conservation district will attend. Understanding financial statements and bookkeeping: 6 to 9 p.m., Isothermal Community College, Communication Technology Building room 108; to register, call 286-3636 ext. 229 or e-mail dspurlin@isothermal.edu. Boy Scout sign up: 6 to 7:30 p.m., McDonald’s near Wal-Mart; for children who are first grade age through 18. Mom’s Hope: 6:30 p.m., Missionary Wesleyan Church Social Hall; for mothers who have children who are addicted to drugs and/or alcohol; for information, call Chris Park, 287-3687 or Karen Elliott, 286-2308.
standards and say we’re killing his trees, it was devastating. Earlier this year we received our updated and approved air quality permit from the North Carolina Department of the Environment and Natural Resources Division of Air Quality.” Guarriello said a few neighbors and truck drivers who come by the plant asked questions about the report. He said the state had not sent the plant any citations or notices of violation of air quality standards. Despite the test results and DAQ permit, Crowe said he is positive something from Ultimate Textiles exhaust is killing his trees. “I know what I smelled coming from there earlier this year,” Crowe said. “It was some kind of raw-sewage-type smell, like untreated sewage. Not long after that, it started stinging my eyes and making them tear up. I’ve had a heart transplant, so I’m very sensitive to chemicals and smells now.” The 70-year-old Crowe has been
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one of our veterans chosen,” said Marie Champion, Veterans Service director for the county. The county’s Veteran Services Office, on Fairground Road in Spindale, is conducting a random drawing from a pool of local veterans to determine which person will represent Rutherford County at the park. All interested veterans should submit their name, address and phone number to Veteran Service by Oct. 21. All entries must be postmarked then as well. “We need all these entries to be sent through the mail,” Champions said. “We cannot accept them if they are dropped off at the Veteran Services,” she said. Mail all entries as soon as possible to: Rutherford County Veteran Services, Attn. NC Veterans Park
running the family orchard for more than 30 years. He said trees near the border of his property with Ultimate Textiles began showing yellow leaves and then dying in late May. “After those trees got sick, others all across the orchard started dying, too,” Crowe said. “It was terrible. I just stopped going and looking at them because it was breaking my heart. Peach trees do have a maximum lifespan of about 14 to 16 years. But these trees are all only around 7 or 8 years old.” Crowe contacted the county extension agent and had test samples taken to inspect the trees June 22. Dr. Dave Ritchie of NCSU wrote the following in his test results: “Sample number two, a peach sample of branches having this year’s current growth which had an acceptable length of growth but the leaves again had extensive shot-hole and were tattered much like that can occur from pesticide spray injury. Also, there was extensive scale insect damage on one to two year old wood. The soil pH was 3.9. This is extremely low.” In several other samples from
Sunnyside, state investigators noted similarly low pH — a measure of the soil’s acidity. Peach trees typically require a pH of around 5.5 to 6 to flourish. But Crowe said the NCSU standards for pH were not quite accurate for peach trees grown in clay soil like that found in Rutherford County. “Their tests are all fine for people growing around Raleigh and the east,” Crowe said. “But this red dirt is different. They told me these trees would not come back, but we’ve got fresh green growth on them.” Guarriello said the plant may have been emitting a kind of sulphur smell earlier in the year for a few days. “We are a textile-dying operation and a few months ago we were dying fabric for replica World War II uniforms,” Guarriello said. “That had to use a sulphur compound to be authentic.” Ultimate Textiles employs around 30 people and is one of the largest water users for the Town of Spindale.
Drawing, 303 Fairgrounds Road, Spindale, NC 28160. A member of the Veterans Services staff will select a name during the random drawing to be held on Oct. 25. Family and friends may nominate a Rutherford County veteran; however, the veteran’s name, address and phone number must be on the entry form, not the person nominating the veteran. Veterans must also sign the entry form showing the acceptance of the nomination. Veteran Services will contact the winner. If the selected veteran does not want his/her name announced publicly, the information will be kept confidential. The veteran who is selected will have his or her right hand print created into a bronze mold. Only the name of the county will be listed with each hand mold. The name of the veteran will not be listed on the exhibit. The artist who is crafting the bronze
molds will come to Rutherford County to meet the selected veteran here. Veterans have a strong impact on our local economy, Champion said. More than 10,000 veterans live in Rutherford County, andmore than $30 million a year is received by veterans in the county for benefits and medical care. “Rutherford County is pleased to participate in this great tribute to our own North Carolina heroes, the military veterans who have so long and so well defended our nation’s interest,” said County Manager John Condrey. “I grew up hearing World War II stories,” Condrey said. His father was a World War II veteran, serving in North Africa, Sicily and through the Battle of the Bulge. The grand opening for the park is scheduled for July 4 next year.
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Friday, Oct. 15 NAMI Basics course: Free education course offered for parents/caregivers of children and adolescents with mental health issues; for more information, call Jennifer Rothman, 919-788-0801 or e-mail jrothman@ naminc.org. Course will be held in Asheville. Widow/Widower’s Lunch Bunch meeting: Third Friday of each month at the Carolina Event and Conference Center, 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.; for anyone in the community who has lost a spouse. Cost for lunch is $5. Participants must register in order to reserve lunch. Sponsored by Hospice of Rutherford County. Candidate event: 5 to 7 p.m., Lake Lure Town Hall; featuring Mike Hager, candidate for NC House District 112; hosted by Lake Lure Republican Club; light refreshments will be served.
Saturday, Oct. 16 Country breakfast: 7 to 10:30 a.m., Mount Vernon Club House; country ham, sausage, biscuits, gravy, grits, pancakes, eggs, orange juice and coffee for $5 per plate, three and younger free; proceeds got to maintenance at the club house. R-S Central car show: Oct. 16, 8 a.m. to noon registration, show from noon to 3 p.m.; cash prizes; for more information, call 4470695. “Basics for Beginners” writers workshop: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Father’s Vineyard Church; topics to be covered include how to become the writer you’ve always dreamed of being, writing fot the freelance market, basics of magazine writing, hot trends and tips in children’s publishing and more; for more information or to pre-register, call Rita at Father’s Vineyard at 2872868 or Linda Tomblin, 447-3946; workshop is being held in conjunction with the Encouragers Christian Writers’ Group; fee for workshop is $30 per person; enrollment is limited, and payment is due morning of workshop. Second Annual Ride for Life: Registration 9 to 10 a.m., ride begins at 10:30 a.m.; sponsored by Gregory’s on Main Street and Cuttin’ Up on Mane Street; cost is $20 for one rider, $30 for two riders; meal provided at end of ride for all paid bikers courtesy of Gregory’s; 5 percent of Gregory’s sales on Oct. 16 go to the American Cancer Society; Cuttin’ Up on Mane will be cutting hair for Pantene Beautiful Lengths, call 287-5504 for information or to schedule an appointment; for more information on the ride, call Kelleigh Hayes, 287-2171, or Renee Samuel, 286-1816.
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Charles Higgins (foreground) waits for his brother Jim Higgins, on his big green John Deere, to bale hay off Oak Street Extension in Forest City on Tuesday afternoon. Charles Higgins raked hay with his Massey Ferguson and equipment. “We had a baling mishap, so we’re having to re-bale some of the hay,” he said.
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Little issues apology after NCAA ruling Ellington moves to No. 1 for Clemson CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Sophomore Andre Ellington has earned the starting running back job at Clemson. Tigers coach Dabo Swinney had been rotating between Ellington and junior Jamie Harper so far this season. But Swinney said Tuesday that Ellington has earned most of the carries because he has been the more productive back. Ellington carried one more time than Harper in last Saturday’s 21-16 loss at North Carolina, but Ellington gained 55 yards to Harper’s 27 yards. Ellington has gained 189 more yards this season than Harper. Swinney says Harper won’t just languish on the bench and will continue to play an important role in Clemson’s offense.
CHAPEL HILL (AP) — North Carolina receiver Greg Little apologized Tuesday for his actions that led to the NCAA declaring him “permanently ineligible” amid an investigation into agent-related benefits. Little released a statement through the school Tuesday, apologizing to teammates, coaches, alumni and fans for “letting them down” and said he was “terribly remorseful.” “My situation should not take away from any of the team’s current accomplishments or future accomplishments,” Little said. “Now that I am no longer a part of the program, I hope my actions will not distract the team any longer.” On Monday, the NCAA said Little
and defensive end Robert Quinn each received gifts and travel accommodations, then lied about it in three separate interviews. The ruling came the same day the school kicked defensive tackle Marvin Austin off the team for similar reasons. The NCAA probe launched over the summer and focused initially on whether Little and Austin received improper benefits, though it later expanded to include possible academic violations involving a tutor. The decisions on Little, Quinn and Austin provided some resolution for the program regarding the most prominent Please see Little, Page 9A
R-S Central clips Cavaliers By KEVIN CARVER Sports Reporter
FOREST CITY — R-S Central’s volleyball team rallied to defeat East Rutherford, 3-2, Tuesday. The Lady Hilltoppers trailed 2-1 after three sets, before winning the last two sets for the conference victory. Central used scores of 24-26, 25-21, 18-25, 25-22, and 15-10 to upend its long time county rival. Central’s Taylor Crowder blasted a kill for match point in the fifth set to end the second meeting — in exactly the same fashion as the first meeting. Both Central and Chase, which narrowly defeated Patton Tuesday, are 10-1 in SMAC play, and the two county programs will meet Thursday in a big showdown. “Once we were fired up and got after it, we finally played up to our potential,” R-S Central Coach Megan Radford said. “Point blank, we pulled through when we need
Jacory Harris still Miami’s leader CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Jacory Harris is hurting. The Miami Hurricanes are hurting. One just might have to fix the other. Already with two losses and out of the Top 25, Miami still insists confidence isn’t a problem — not collectively, nor in its quarterback, even though Harris is playing through shoulder and groin pain and failed to throw a touchdown pass in last weekend’s 45-17 loss to Florida State. This Saturday, Miami visits Duke, a place where Harris had his coming-out party two seasons ago, a five-touchdown performance off the bench to help the Hurricanes rally from a 10-point third-quarter deficit.
Stosur signs up for Family Circle Cup CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Defending Family Circle Cup champion Samantha Stosur has officially agreed to play in the 2011 tournament in Charleston. The Family Circle Cup announced Tuesday that Stosur will play in the tournament set for April 2-10. The 26-year-old Australian is currently ranked No. 8 in the world and set the record last year for the fastest championship win in Family Circle Cup. She needed just 52 minutes to defeat Vera Zvonareva 6-0, 6-3 in the finals.
USADA cases add more layers to cycling’s troubles COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — Though there are no Tour de France winners on the list, the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency has sanctioned five cyclists for doping in the past two months — an unusually high number for a single sport, and one that is expected to keep growing over the next several weeks.
Local Sports SOCCER 6 p.m. Madison at TJCA 6 p.m. Freedom at R-S Central 6 p.m. Crest at East Rutherford 6 p.m. Burns at Chase
On TV 8 p.m. (ESPN) College Football Central Florida at Marshall.
Greg Little.
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Chase slips past Patton Associated Press
South Carolina’s Alshon Jeffery (1) and Tori Gurley (81) celebrate Marcus Lattimore’s touchdown during a football game against Alabama, Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at Williams Brice Stadium in Columbia, S.C.
Spurrier not sure what to expect from Gamecocks COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier’s not quite sure what his 10th-ranked Gamecocks will do next. That’s the uncertainty you get when a young team has the biggest win in school history. Spurrier and his staff have preached that players must put aside the campus buzz over their first win against a top-ranked opponent, 35-21 over
Alabama, and focus fully on Kentucky this weekend. Quarterback Stephen Garcia said Tuesday the Gamecocks (4-1, 2-1 Southeastern Conference) have shown a maturity and polish this year they haven’t in the past. “Doesn’t every team say that?” the 65-year-old Spurrier said. “We’ll find Please see Spurrier, Page 8A
By JACOB CONLEY Sports Reporter
HARRIS — On senior night, the Lady Trojans volleyball team turned in a five-match marathon that out-going players, Caroline Jolly and Sarah Wurzbach won’t soon forget, defeating Patton, 3-2 (16-25, 26-24, 16-25, 25-15, 15-10). “The team was down 1-0 and 2-1 and they never gave up,” said Chase Coach Ashley Buchanan. “This was a huge win and it sets up an even bigger game with Central.” Patton jumped out to a 6-2 lead in game one, and expanded that lead to 9-3 before Chase roared back cut the deficit to three behind three consecutive aces
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With Cox gone, all eyes on Gonzalez For the eighth consecutive time, Bobby Cox was sent home from the postseason in an ‘agony of defeat,’ moment. The Braves’ hitters never figured out the Giants’ pitchers, Brooks Conrad became a modern-day Steve Sax, and the loss of Billy Wagner, to a strained oblique, spelled the end of the closer’s season and, most likely, his career — a perfect storm all rolled up to send the Braves packing, once again. I hate the exit for Cox. Personally, I wanted him to have his Jerome Bettis moment; leaving the game as a champ. There are thousands of flowery words to be found on Cox; the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, in fact, did a lovely little ‘going away,’ section on the longtime Braves skipper. I’m not going to write a career obit for Cox; that’s being written elsewhere, and by those closer to Cox. As a former citizen of the world’s greatest traffic nightmare, Atlanta and a longtime fan of the Braves and Cox, well, I wish him the best. So, who’s on deck? The early speculation will cer-
Off The Wall Scott Bowers
tainly center around Fredi Gonzalez. Gonzalez coached third for four seasons with the Braves before taking the head job with the Florida Marlins. Gonzalez did an awful lot with bare-bones talent — a collection of players that even the Pittsburgh Pirates wouldn’t have started — and, he did pretty well with that group over three full seasons. Gonzalez lives in Marietta these days and even former Braves pitching coach Leo Mazzone is said to be a big fan of Gonzalez getting the job. Cox, for his part, has kept quiet on who should replace him as skipper of a team in flux. And, yes, I believe the Braves are firmly a team in flux. The Braves made an emotional push into the postseason. A feat that will
be impossible to duplicate next season. Third baseman Chipper Jones will be back (again), but several key pieces of the Braves 2010 roster — Troy Glaus, Alex Gonzalez, Derrick Lee, Derek Lowe and Tim Hudson — are all on the ‘Favre-side’ of 33. Freddie Freeman, 21, will be given a long, serious look at first base, while Jordan Schafer, 24, will be given another chance to win the centerfield job in the spring. Mix in RF Jason Heyward, 21, and the beginning of a youth movement is possible. Gonzalez is no stranger to youth, nor how to get the best out of that youth. The biggest question mark is just what kind of pitching staff can the Braves assemble. Tommy Hanson, 24, and Jair Jurrjens, 24, are soon to be in their prime. If the Braves can build around them, keep them healthy for a whole season, and find a closer, well, maybe, just maybe, Gonzalez will have another winner in the ATL — sooner, rather than later.
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too and this is a big win.” The Central comeback began in the fourth frame, but not before East Rutherford’s Kiziah Miller pasted three kills as East jumped ahead to 4-1 lead. The Lady Cavaliers lead grew to six at 19-13, but Central’s Kenya Logan nailed four kills and three blocks. Logan’s final kill on a tap back over the net ended a 12-3 Central run to push the match into the extra frame. During the final frame, Central’s Logan and Crowder used their blocking to create a 6-2 lead, but three Jaclyn Boever aces, a Central miscue and Paige Campfield’s spike put East in the lead at 10-9. Central’s Katie Yelton produced a huge free ball point and Crowder claimed three points down the stretch, including the final slam to end the match with an R-S Central celebration. In the first set, R-S Central sprung to 17-12 lead on the power hitting of Courtney Ledbetter, but East Rutherford refused to go away. The blocking of Miller, plus a kill by Makayla Harrelson with an ace from Boever tied the game back at 24-all. However, a net fault by Central and DeeAnna Lowery’s slam, that deflected off of a Central defender, closed up the first set. Despite four ties in the second set, R-S Central broke away on the play of Crowder. Tied at 18-all, Crowder plowed four kills to the floor and scored a point for Central on a key block to bolstered a four-point game two win. East Rutherford came out swinging in the third set, as Boever, Miller, Harrellson and Lowery combined for nine kills along with a free ball point from Jessica Dotson that pushed the Lady Cavs out to an 11-4 lead. East never looked back in the set as Campfield sewed up the set on two more tap kills to take it by seven points.
Cross Country East, Chase split meet
FOREST CITY — East Rutherford played host to Chase in a cross country event Tuesday. The Cavaliers’ boy’s team came away with the team victory, while the Lady Trojans edged out their county rivals. Individually, East Rutherford’s Cody Danner lead all young men to the finish with a time of 18:56. East’s Hayden Trull crossed in 19:19 for second place. The Trojans’ Ben Cole crossed in third place in 19:51. The Lady Trojans’ Elizabeth Rohm was the top runner for all young ladies, with a time of 25:59, while East Rutherford’s Rebekah Hunt claimed second place in a time of 27:12.
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from Kaitlyn Smart. Later, a block and a spike from Sam Carpenter cut a five-point deficit to three, 16-13, but the Trojans could only manage three points the rest of the way before falling, 25-16. The visitors once again jumped to an early lead in the second set, and then Carpenter powered a kill through two blockers to tie the contest at 7-7. The Panthers went on a 7-3 run to regain the advantage and they kept that four-point lead until a Patton lift and attack error cut the deficit to 19-17. Jessie Alexander’s cross court kill, for Chase, tied the game at 20-20 and Sarah Wurzbach’s block knotted the game once more, 23-23. A net violation on the Panthers took a point away from Patton and propelled Chase to the 26-24 win. Game three followed a familiar pattern as Patton jumped to an early 7-1 lead. The Trojans fought back, and by the time two Wurzbach aces and Blair White’s push shot found the floor the contest was tied at 12-12. Patton then went on a long run and took game three, 25-16. Chase raced to a 10-4 lead in game four, thanks to the strong play of Alexander and Wurzbach. After a long Panther run cut into that lead, Carpenter and Alexander restored order with several nice services and kills to put the Trojans up 24-15 and White sent home the final point to force a fifth and final set. The combatants split the first ten points of the set, but three aces from Smart gave chase an 8-5 lead and sent the home crowd into a frenzy. The Trojans kept that advantage at three, 12-9, and sealed the victory, 15-10, on a block that landed out of bounds.
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including the past five meetings as South Carolina coach. The Gamecocks, though, have been a lesser Continued from Page 7A team away from Williams-Brice Stadium than in it, losing their past six SEC road games since the out up there at Kentucky.” last victory in 2008 — at Kentucky. It had been a giddy few days at South Carolina, None of that, Garcia said, makes any difference which had never beaten a No. 1 team before against Kentucky. Unless they players show up Saturday. Gamecocks flags flew on cars in church to practice with a similar fire to improve as they parking lots throughout the city Sunday and play- did last week, the Wildcats (3-3, 0-3) could be the ers were mobbed, safety D.J. Swearinger said, ones celebrating an upset. anytime they were out in public. “That’s the thing that coach Spurrier’s been talkSpurrier was a top draw, too, getting numerous ing about,” Garcia said. “He said we could easily requests from national TV and radio sports shows lose to Kentucky if we’re not focused and we go in to revel in the upset on Monday. there thinking we’re going to beat them.” “But if you notice, I didn’t do any of them,” the The Wildcats hung tough with Auburn last week coach said. “I’ve just watched too many guys when before falling at the end, 37-34. That should help you do all of those, something bad usually hapKentucky’s resolve going forward, first-year coach pens to you. Joker Phillips said. “I don’t want to take that chance,” Spurrier said. “I think this team definitely has confidence, Spurrier gave a shout-out to fate for beating and they can play with anybody in this league, Alabama. It didn’t hurt that the Gamecocks got going toe to toe with the No. 8 team in the counnear perfect performances from Garcia, receiver try and having a chance to win it,” Phillips said. Alshon Jeffery, tailback Marcus Lattimore and a “Definitely has to help our confidence.” defense that limited Crimson Tide runners Mark Defensive tackle Travian Robertson said forgetIngram and Trent Richardson to 64 yards and ting a memorable victory like Alabama is near zero touchdowns. impossible, but it’s essential to reaching the seaSpurrier is 17-0 all-time against Kentucky, son-long success the team hoped for this year.
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Tony Stewart celebrates after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto race at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010.
Stewart finds funding from Mobil 1 for 2011
KANNAPOLIS (AP) — Tony Stewart’s hot streak continued Tuesday, when he announced a partnership with ExxonMobil that fills the primary sponsorship holes on his race car for next season. The announcement was made two days after Stewart’s win at California, which cut his deficit in the title race to a manageable 107 points. There are six races remaining in the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship, and Stewart is seeking his third NASCAR title. The multiyear contract with ExxonMobil will put its Mobil 1 brand on the hood of Stewart’s No. 14 Chevrolet for 11 races as primary sponsor. It will share main sponsorship duties on the No. 14 Chevrolet with Office Depot. “As a team owner, I’m absolutely thrilled to add such a respected technology partner to our race team,” said Stewart, the co-owner of Stewart-Haas Racing. It also takes a weight off Stewart’s shoulders in the never-ending search for sponsorship. He learned earlier this season that longtime sponsor Old Spice was leaving his team at the end of this year, and it’s not been easy to secure funding in this difficult economy. Top-name drivers such as Stewart have struggled to find funding, and four-time champion Jeff Gordon still does not have a primary sponsorship deal announced for next season. Stewart said this fills his car for 2011, and teammate Ryan Newman is in good shape, too. But the team is always looking for associate sponsors. “It’s a hard time right now and a hard economy, but this is still a series that doesn’t stop,” he said.
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names linked to the investigation, though the status of six players remains in question even as the Tar Heels (3-2) near the midway point of the season. In addition, cornerback Kendric Burney — an NFL prospect who has yet to play this season — must serve one more game to complete an NCAA suspension for receiving improper benefits connected to trips. Other key contributors like safeties Deunta Williams (four games) and Da’Norris Searcy (three games), as well as tailback Shaun Draughn (one game) have missed time due to the probe. Little and Austin were two of six players who decided to return for their senior seasons instead of pursuing an NFL career, while Quinn is a junior regarded as a firstround draft prospect. They were supposed to lead North Carolina’s resurgence this season, yet never even made it on the field. “It’s pretty tough not having those guys,” tailback Johnny White said Tuesday, “but I think we’re strong enough mentally that we’ll just overcome it and move on.” The school said it wouldn’t appeal the NCAA ruling. Butch Williams, Little’s Durham-based attorney, didn’t immediately return a call for comment Tuesday. Little said he planned to continue his education and community work through the semester. “There are defining moments in everyone’s life,” Little said. “I will use this as one of mine to shape and mold my morals and values as a person. My time at UNC came to an abrupt conclusion, but I will forever be a proud supporter of the Tar Heels and the University of North Carolina.”
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Tigers Woods speaks to the 9th grade class at Cesar Chavez Charter High School in Washington, in this Friday, Oct. 8, 2010, file photo. Woods, for most of the past decade, was clearly the No. 1 golfer in the world. But his performance over the past year has left questions surrounding who should be ranked No. 1.
World ranking debate reaches the top By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer
About all anyone can say with certainty about No. 1 in the world is that it won’t be Tiger Woods at the end of October. It won’t be Phil Mickelson, either. Lee Westwood hobbled home from the Dunhill Links Championship at St. Andrews to rest his calf injury. He doesn’t plan to compete again until the HSBC Champions in Shanghai at the earliest. By not playing, and through a gradual reduction of points, he will have a higher average than Woods in the ranking published Nov. 1. But that doesn’t guarantee Westwood will be atop the world ranking for the first time in his career. Martin Kaymer moved to No. 4 with his fourth win of the year at the Dunhill Links, and the 25-year-old German can go to No. 1 if he wins the Andalucia Masters at Valderrama the last weekend in October. “At the moment, for me, Lee Westwood is the best player in the world,” Kaymer said. Not yet. And maybe not for long. They all could meet in Shanghai — assuming Westwood is fit to play — and all four could have a shot at No. 1. For most of the last decade, any debate about the world ranking took place around No. 50, not at the top. Aside from incentives in endorsement contracts, the real value of the ranking came from the majors giving exemptions to the top 50 (or the top 100 for the PGA Championship as it tries to assemble the strongest field). Even those who didn’t even try to understand how the ranking worked rarely quibbled about No. 1. That much was obvious. Woods returned to No. 1 a week before the 2005 U.S.
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Europe team members hold the trophy after winning the 2010 Ryder Cup golf tournament at the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, Wales, in this Monday, Oct. 4, 2010 file photo. Lee Westwood, second from the left on back row, is drawing serious consideration as the world’s new No. 1 golfer.
Open, and he stayed there by doing in five years what it has taken Westwood a career to achieve — 32 victories (along with five majors) and 15 runner-up finishes. The question is why he stayed there so long this year. Not only did he take off five months when his personal life imploded, Woods has only two top 10s this year, a tie for fourth in the Masters and U.S. Open. Because points are gradually reduced over a rolling two-year period, Woods has lost more world ranking points this year (330.105) than any other player has earned. But it’s important to understand what the world ranking is — and what it is not. Just because a player is No. 1 in the world doesn’t mean he’s the world’s best player. Anyone who has watched Woods over the course of the season can figure that out. It also was pretty clear in 2004 that Vijay Singh was the best golfer on the planet, yet the Fijian didn’t rise to No. 1 until the sixth of his nine wins that season. Being No. 1 simply means that player has compiled the best average (net points divided by number of tournaments) during a two-year
period. In the last two years, Woods won seven times and finished in the top 10 in 58 percent of his tournaments. Mickelson has been No. 2 for most of the year, and he has been No. 2 longer than anyone in the history of the world ranking without reaching the top. Lefty has only himself to blame for that. Perhaps the player with the best case is Kaymer. Not only has he won four times, he captured his first major at the PGA Championship, had top 10s in two other majors and has accumulated the most ranking points of any player in 2010. Then again, it’s not only about winning, and it’s not just about the majors. That’s where Westwood fits in. During the last two years, Westwood has three wins, four seconds and four thirds. He was runner-up at the Masters and British Open this year, tied for third in the British Open and the PGA Championship last year. He won the Order of Merit on the European Tour. And he had to sit out for two months in peak form because of his calf injury.
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Nation Today S.C. baby was born at 10:10 a.m. on Oct. 10
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — You might say little Emmeline Gardner is a perfect 10. The Post and Courier of Charleston reports the child was born at 10:10 a.m. on Oct. 10. The baby’s parents, James and Hillary Gardner of Mount Pleasant were a bit surprised when Emmeline was born late Sunday at East Cooper Medical Center. The baby wasn’t due until Tuesday.
Pa. collar-bomb trial jury selection begins
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — A defense lawyer hopes evidence of his client’s volatile personality will convince a jury she didn’t mastermind a 2003 bank robbery that turned a pizza delivery man into a walking time bomb. But that sometimes-abrasive personality was on display — and aimed at the attorney himself — when Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong cursed at him during the first day of jury selection for her federal trial in Erie.
“I either pick the jurors or I walk ... out of here right now!” DiehlArmstrong proclaimed loudly to her lawyer, Douglas Sughrue. The outburst was her second of the day. Diehl-Armstrong, already imprisoned for killing her boyfriend, is charged with armed bank robbery and other counts for allegedly hatching a complicated scheme that left 46-year-old Brian Wells dead.
Mexican officer probing lake shooting slain AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Mexican police commander investigating the disappearance of an American tourist on a border lake plagued by pirates was killed, U.S. and Mexican officials said Tuesday. Rolando Flores, the commander of state investigators in Ciudad Miguel Aleman who was part of a group investigating the reported shooting of David Hartley, was killed, said Ruben Rios, spokesman for the Tamaulipas state prosecutor’s office. Rios said authorities “don’t know how or why he was killed. We don’t have any details on how he died.”
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Hickory Police Chief Tom Adkins speaks to the media during a news conference concerning the investigation for missing girl Zahra Clare Baker in Hickory Tuesday. Police say they are shifting to a homicide investigation in the case of the missing 10-year-old North Carolina girl whose bone cancer left her with a prosthetic leg and hearing aids.
Police treating missing girl case as a homicide HICKORY (AP) — Investigators indicated Tuesday they believe someone killed a 10-year-old girl with disabilities who was reported missing over the weekend, and accused her stepmother of trying to throw off investigators with a fake ransom note. Police said the search for Zahra Clare Baker has shifted to a homicide investigation, canceling a missing child alert for the shy but upbeat girl who used hearing aids and a prosthetic leg because of bone cancer. The girl’s stepmother, Elisa Baker, is the only person accused in the case so far. Hickory Police Chief Tom Adkins said she was charged with felony obstruction of justice after admitting she wrote the note, which asked for $1 million. Complaints filed in court by a relative and neighbor in recent months portray Elisa Baker as nasty-tempered and willing to use a gun or her fists to settle arguments. “It was unreal. She didn’t get along with anyone in the neighborhood,” said former neighbor Karen Yount, who filed one of the complaints. At a news conference, Adkins said police can’t find anyone outside the household who has seen Zahra alive in the last month. That uncertainty has stymied efforts to search for her, despite offers from volunteers in the city of 40,000 about 50 miles northwest of Charlotte. “We understand the public wants to help find Zahra. The problem is we cannot confirm with any confidence how long Zahra has been missing,” he said. “Without this information, we cannot positively select the area to search for her.” Adkins did not take any questions or further explain why the case was being treated as a homicide probe. A search warrant revealed on Monday that police dogs detected the smell of human remains on cars belonging to the father and stepmother. Adkins said Elisa Baker has asked for an attorney, but none had been assigned late Tuesday. The girl’s father, Adam Baker, has not been charged in the case, though the chief said previously he hasn’t been ruled out as a suspect. The ransom note found Saturday was the first sign that officers who came to investigate a yard fire at the girl’s home were faced with something more sinister. Zahra was reported missing that afternoon. The stepmother said she last saw Zahra sleeping in her room about 12 hours
earlier, though Adkins has indicated he doesn’t believe the timeline the couple gave him. Near the burnt limbs and grass, the note had been left on the windshield of the car belonging to Adam Baker. It was addressed to Adam Baker’s boss, though police quickly determined that man’s family was safe. Now, they say the note was a fake altogether. “Mr. Coffey, you like being in control now who is in control we have your daughter,” a search warrant quoted the ransom note as saying. Adam Baker has said it was possible his wife could be involved in the disappearance, and other relatives echoed those remarks. “I just think this was something for a long time that we knew was going to happen, everybody that was close to the family,” relative Brittany Bentley said on CBS’ “Early Show” on Tuesday. Bentley, who is married to Elisa Baker’s nephew, said she would have Zahra over for weekends and the girl would get mad when it was time to return home. The girl was being home-schooled, but had attended public schools in the past, police said. Zahra “was locked in her room, allowed five minutes out a day to eat, that was it,” Bentley said. “She was beat almost every time I was over there for just the smallest things. Elisa would get mad, she would take it out on Zahra, things the kid didn’t deserve.” Caldwell County Court records show that Bentley filed a complaint May 13 against Elisa Baker, claiming she threatened to kill her and her 7-month-old daughter in a dispute over money. She said Elisa Baker threatened them with a taser and a gun, and Bentley feared for their lives. Ten days later, Yount said in her complaint that Elisa Baker made verbal threats against her child. “She said my daughter and other girls were talking about her daughter. That wasn’t true. She just started screaming and shouting and threatening to hit everybody,” Yount said in an interview Tuesday. She also said she saw Elisa Baker hit Zahra. Other neighbors also feared for the girl’s safety. “There were warning signs along the way, but you never want to think the worst,” said former neighbor Kayla Rotenberry.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Traders pushed shares higher Tuesday after minutes from the latest Federal Reserve meeting kept hope alive that the central bank would take more action to stimulate the economy. The Fed had said after its Sept. 21 meeting that it was concerned that inflation was too low, and suggested it could step up its purchases of government bonds and take other action to encourage lending. Minutes from the September meeting, released Tuesday afternoon, indicated that Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke and his colleagues were nearing a consensus on what steps to take. Traders are hoping for more concrete news from the Fed following its next meeting in early November. The dollar fell against other currencies after the Fed minutes came out as traders anticipated another reduction in U.S. interest rates. Stocks turned higher in the afternoon, led by financial stocks. Technology stocks edged slightly higher, led by Citrix Systems, Inc. and Apple Inc. The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index rose 15.59, or .06 percent, to 2,317.92, while the Dow Jones industrial average rose 10.06 points, or .09 percent, to 11,020.40. Google shares rose by $2.55 to $541.39 after the company said it would invest in wind farms off the East coast. Apple hit a new record, approaching $300 for the first time, after Wal-Mart Stores Inc. said its stores will start carrying the popular iPad. In other corporate news, shares of King Pharmaceuticals Inc. surged after Pfizer Inc. agreed to buy the drugmaker for $3.6 billion in cash. Traders sold shares of CSX Corp. before the company reports results after the market close. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index rose 4.45, or 0.38 percent, to 1,1169.77. Shares of Intel Corp. rose 1.1 percent in afterhours trading after the chipmaker announced that it beat analysts estimates on earnings per share and total revenue in the third quarter. CSX Corp., one of the largest railroad companies in the United States, also beat analyst estimates on both earnings and sales. Shares rose 2.4 percent in after-hours trading. Treasury prices traded in a tight range. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note, which moves opposite to its price, was unchanged at 2.39 percent compared with late Friday. Bond markets were closed Monday for the Columbus Day holiday. Stocks have rallied in recent weeks as traders bet the Fed will enact the bond-buying program as early as its next meeting, which ends Nov. 3. Buying bonds would drive interest rates and yields even lower, which makes stocks a more attractive investment. Paul Brigandi, senior portfolio manager at Direxion Funds, said a pause in the market is normal because stocks have surged on expectations for Fed actions and upbeat earnings in the coming weeks. The Dow has risen 1.7 percent this month and is up about 10 percent since the beginning of September. About four stocks rose for every three that fell on the New York Stock Exchange where volume came to 922 million shares.
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Growth areas see income drop WASHINGTON (AP) — Call it the migration bust: Many of the fast-growing U.S. areas during the housing boom are now yielding some of the biggest income drops in the economic downturn. That could have broad impact on the political map in the coming weeks. Voters discontent over the economy and related issues such as immigration head to the polls on Nov. 2 to decide whether to keep Democrats in Congress. Whites and blacks have taken big hits since 2007 in oncetorrid Sunbelt regions offering warm climates and open spaces, including Florida, Colorado, Arizona and Nevada, according to 2009 census data. Hispanics suffered paycheck losses in many “new immigrant” destinations in the interior U.S., which previously offered construction jobs and affordable housing, such as Tennessee, Georgia and North Carolina. The few bright spots: Washington, D.C., San Jose, Calif., San Francisco and Boston. Their household incomes remained among the highest in the nation last year partly due to steady demand for government and high-tech work. “As a whole, the income changes represent a sharp U-turn from the mid-decade gains,” said William H. Frey, a demographer at the Brookings Institution who reviewed the household income data. “The last two years have left those who couldn’t move stuck in H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H
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don’t vote in elections, which analysts say may be driving some of the tensions over immigration and jobs. In recent months, the rhetoric has ranged from a call for English-only policies in states and localities that wish to minimize the use of Spanish and other languages, to a call to strip birthright citizenship for illegal immigrants. “Hispanics’ recent growth and sharp disparity with existing white populations may have something to do with the antiimmigrant backlash now being observed in large parts of the country,” Frey said. Hispanics had the highest income in metro areas such as Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Dayton, Ohio, and Virginia Beach, where they also were more likely to have a college degree. Lower-educated Hispanics also had strong earnings in San Francisco and San Jose, Calif., two areas with high costs of living where moreaffordable immigrant labor tends to be in greater demand. Nationally, the government reported last month that median household incomes dipped to $49,777, the lowest since 1997, with the sharpest drop-offs in the Midwest and Northeast. Broken down by race, blacks had the biggest income losses, dropping to $32,584. They were followed by non-Hispanic whites, whose income fell to $54,461. Asian incomes remained flat at $65,469.
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SAN JOSE MINE, Chile (AP) — Rescuers prepared to lower two paramedics almost a half-mile into a collapsed mine Tuesday, the precursor to fresh air and freedom for 33 men trapped for 69 days. No one in history has been trapped underground so long and survived.
“We made a promise to never surrender, and we kept it,” President Sebastian Pinera said as he waited to greet the miners, whose endurance and unity captivated the world as the Chilean government meticulously prepared their rescue. Before the first miner is brought up in a
custom-made capsule, two rescuers — a mine rescue expert and a Navy special forces paramedic — will be lowered to the men to prepare them for the trip. Another two-man team will go down as well, working in shifts until they’re all out, a process expected take as much as 36 hours.
Chile has taken extensive precautions to ensure the miners’ health and privacy, using a screen to block the top of the shaft from more than 1,000 journalists at the scene. The miners will be ushered through an inflatable tunnel, like those used in sports stadiums, to an ambu-
lance for a trip of several hundred yards (meters) to a triage station for an immediate medical check. They will gather with a few family members, in an area also closed to the media, before being transported by helicopter to a hospital. Each ride up the shaft is expected to take
about 20 minutes, and authorities expect they will be able to haul up roughly one miner per hour. When the last man surfaces, it promises to end a national crisis that began when 700,000 tons of rock collapsed on Aug. 5, sealing the miners into the lower reaches of the gold and copper mine. The only media allowed to record them coming out of the shaft will be a government photographer and Chile’s state television channel, whose live broadcast will be delayed by 30 seconds or more to prevent the release of anything unexpected. The worst technical problem that could happen, rescue coordinator Andre Sougarett told The Associated Press, is that “a rock could fall,” potentially jamming the capsule partway up the shaft. But test rides suggest the ride up will be smooth. Panic attacks are the rescuers’ biggest concern. The miners will not be sedated — they need to be alert in case something goes wrong. If a miner must get out more quickly, rescuers will accelerate the capsule to a maximum 3 meters per second, Health Minister Jaime Manalich said. The rescue attempt is risky simply because no one else has ever tried to extract miners from such depths, Davitt McAteer, who directed the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration during the Clinton administration. A miner could get claustrophobic and do something that damages the capsule. Or a rock could fall and wedge it in the shaft. Or the cable could get hung up. Or the rig that pulls the cable could overheat. Mining Minister Laurence Golborne, whose management of the crisis has made him a media star in Chile, said authorities had already thought of everything.
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A WAY WITH WORDS When selling properties, real estate agents want to describe them in the best possible terms. Potential buyers are much more likely to be attracted to a home that is described as “accessible to major highways” than if it were described as “abutting Interstate (such-and-such).” While this may seem obvious, there is more to composing an advertisement than choosing clever euphemisms and catch phrases. Experienced agents also know that psychology and even common sense come into play. For instance, while sellers may want to boast that their homes have numerous upgrades, agents know that a list of such renovations may raise buyers’ eyebrows. Instead of being impressed, they may wonder what made such renovations necessary. Better instead to stress overall quality. Appropriate advertising of property for sale will attract the greatest number of potential buyers. At OdEAn KEEvEr & AssOcIAtEs, we know what ‘bells and whistles’ buyers are seeking, and what property descriptons will elicit their curiosity. contact us at (828) 286-1311 to arrange a meeting. Learn what marketing approach we will use to help you maximize the return on your real estate investment. Our office is conveniently located at 140 U.s. Highway 64, rutherfordton. We will exceed your expectations! HInt: Buyers may be more interested in seeing a home that is described as possessing “quality and features not often seen in homes in this price range.”
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Total Momsense Allison Flynn
No lie: Play time is fun for all “Mommy, play with me.” Nathan’s been asking me or his daddy to play with him less and less of late. Instead, his imagination has been guiding him to places far away where he’s a daddy and driving to work and his beloved Froggy is the son who has to go to preschool all day. His imagination is coming through more and more in his artwork too. Gone are the days of unidentifiable scribbles on paper, replaced with stick figures of witches with brooms and black cats. This past weekend was no exception. I had to work late Friday night, but Nathan entertained himself, Stephen said. As he watched, Nathan got construction paper, crayons and scissors and constructed a city of high rises right before Stephen’s eyes. Sunday night he let us into his imaginative world, asking me to be the princess (which is a stretch) and his daddy was the mean monster. “Quick, Princess, let’s run and hide from the Mean Monster!!” Off we ran, through the living room, into the laundry room, where I told Nathan the princess unfortunately has to do her own laundry because she no longer has a lady-in-waiting. As I hung, he listened. “The Mean Monster’s coming, Princess!!” “Prince Nathan, what exactly has made the monster mean?” I asked. He paused, but only for a moment. “He ate too much candy.” According to Babycenter. com, your child’s overactive imagination at age 4 paired with exploding language skills mean some of the more interesting tales you might hear. The Website also suggests writing down some of the more fanciful ones to share with him in years to come. Sometimes those stories veer into lies. “I did wash my hands! I don’t need to go potty.” How do you handle when the small stories add up to big lies? Babycenter experts say to gently tell your child you know what happened, clean up a mess if any, and then move on. Otherwise, your child feels backed into a corner. Sometimes that’s easier said than done. Being concerned with Nathan’s tales or misbehaviors were far from my mind Sunday night, though. As we ran from the laundry room back into the living room .... um, I mean village.... the Mean Monster indeed came around the corner. Prince Nathan and I ran to the castle to hide. Boom ..... boom ..... boom .... boom .... “Ahh!!!!!” It seems the Mean Monster who ate too much candy can be defeated if you throw broccoli at him. But before the win, he had to tickle the Prince and the Princess almost into submission. Almost. Maybe that’s how to deal with any lies Nathan might tell. Tickle the truth out of him. Contact Flynn via e-mail at aflynn@thedigitalcourier.com.
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The Neighbors, a Catawba County bluegrass band, performed at the 15th Anniversary celebration of Foothills Conservancy Sunday, Oct. 3, at Wilson Creek. The band picked and sang during the three hour event at Wilson Creek Visitors Center, attended by more than 200 people. The Conservancy includes Rutherford and seven surrounding counties.
Preserved for the future Foothills Conservancy celebrates 15 years By JEAN GORDON Daily Courier Staff Writer
WILSON CREEK — On a sunny Sunday afternoon recently, friends, supporters and members of Foothills Conservancy gathered at Wilson Creek, the latest tract to be preserved, to celebrate 15 years of the conservancy. Front porch music was presented by The Neighbors, a Caldwell County bluegrass band and children of all ages enjoyed the afternoon. Described as a “crown jewel,” the conservancy secured Wilson Creek through The Lutz Family Partnership, purchasing 649 acres along almost four miles of National Wild and Scenic Wilson Creek in Caldwell County this year. “The people who live in and love the Blue Ridge Mountains and their foothills made it possible for Foothills Conservancy to succeed in protecting more than 45,000 acres representing many of our region’s most scenic and special places,” said Executive Director Susan Hamrick Jones. “Places like Chimney Rock, Lake James and the Linville Gorge, the South Mountains and National Wild & Scenic Wilson Creek,” she said. “This is an important day,” Jones said, welcoming the crowd during a brief ceremony to recognize the supporters. “It’s nice to be here with you, Foothills Conservancy, who have worked so hard to preserve 45,000 acres. “It’s all about you. You are leaving incredible legacies. Like Chimney
Conservancy’s next event: Tour the historic 1,000-acre Bovender Farm in Rutherford County’s Gilkey Community on Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. until noon. Enjoy a wagon ride around the scenic farm with Tim and Nell Bovender and Foothills Conservancy staff, and learn about how they have worked with the conservancy to permanently protect it with an agricultural conservation agreement. RSVP: 828437-9930 or e-mail info@ foothillsconservancy.org.
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Cardinal flower blooms along the banks of Wilson Creek, which is part of the Foothills Conservancy.
Rock State Park, Wilson Creek, Catawba Falls.” The conservancy started 15 years ago as a small group of citizens, Jones continued, and now there are close to 700 supporters and members – a number the group would like to see double. “We have some of the most beautiful places in all of North Carolina.” The conservancy works cooperatively with landowners and public and private conservation partners to preserve and protect important natural areas and open spaces of the Blue Ridge Foothills region,
including watersheds, environmentally significant habitats, forests and farmland, for this and future generations. Rutherford County is among eight in the conservancy, also including Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Cleveland, Lincoln and McDowell. The celebration featured the dedication of the new 721-acre Wilson Creek Game Land and the protecPlease see Conservancy, Page 8B
Scott Cunningham (left) and Joe Sloan demonstrated fly fishing during the event. “Wilson Creek is a mecca for trout fishing,” Sloan said. Jean Gordon/ Daily Courier
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Woman can’t get out of affair Dear Abby: How do I get out of an affair that has been going on for two years? I started it at a bad time in my life — fights with my husband, the pressure of having three young kids, and a business we co-owned that was in financial difficulty. I know what I did was wrong. My husband doesn’t know, and I don’t think he suspects. I’m afraid if I end the affair, I will get blackmailed or found out. My lover refuses to end it. He wants me and thinks he can treat me better than my husband. Any advice? — Stuck Dear Stuck: Just this. A man who “refuses to end it” and implies that he would blackmail or betray you is not someone you would ever want to spend your life with. It’s time to tell your husband everything — that you deeply regret what you have done, why it happened, that you want to heal your marriage and be free of this barnacle who refuses to let go. The longer you wait, the more difficult it will be. Do it now. Dear Abby: My wife, “Marissa,” and I are expecting our first child. My sister “Patti” has a little boy whom we all love and adore. When Patti learned that we’re having a girl, she said we don’t “deserve” to have one because she has always wanted a daughter. Then Marissa
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added fuel to the fire with a few well-chosen remarks of her own that she shared with friends and neighbors. I just want all of this to stop and I don’t know how to accomplish it. I’m upset with Patti for her behavior, and sad that my wife and sister are at odds. This is hurting everyone in the family. What should I do? — Stressed out Dear Stressed out: Everyone needs to just calm down. Your wife and sister need to apologize to each other. Patti may have been joking when she said you don’t deserve to have a baby girl. What she may have meant — and overstated — was that she was experiencing a twinge of jealousy. Suggest to Marissa that your sister shouldn’t have been taken literally, and that she apologize to Patti for “snapping.” Ditto for your sister for her tactlessness. Then remind your sister that we don’t live in a country with a one-child policy. If she wants to try for a daughter, she is free to do so, and in the meantime, she’ll have a sweet little niece to spoil.
Touting the virtues of vitamin E Dear Dr. Gott: Many years ago, I suffered from frequent cramps mostly at night. At the suggestion of a relative, I took a vitamin E capsule. Much to my surprise, the pain was gone after taking it. Twelve years ago, I had radialnerve surgery. if I engaged in an activity where my hand was in the same position for any length of time, my hand cramped up and was painful. I tried the vitamin E capsule (400 IU) twice a day and very rarely have cramping. Because it is a blood thinner, I have been advised to stop taking it seven to 10 days prior to any surgery. Dear Reader: Vitamin E is a fatsoluble vitamin with antioxidant properties. It is used for the treatment and prevention of many health conditions. The recommended longterm daily allowance of E is between 15 and 20 IU daily; however, many experts claim it is safe when consumed in larger amounts. Deficiency of E is rare with a proper diet that includes broccoli, spin-
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ach, kiwi, fortified cereals, whole grains, fruits, vegetables and vegetable oils, and because it is stored in the body. There is concern regarding the safety of E in high doses because of the potential for an increased risk of bleeding, particularly in patients on anticoagulants or with a vitamin K deficiency. Excesses have been known to also cause headache, fatigue, blurred vision, diarrhea, flatulence and bloating. If your physician thinks the 800 IU daily regimen is OK for you, stick with it. Other readers should consider a modification in their diet and a discussion with their primary-care physician before taking the supplement.
IN THE STARS Your Birthday, Oct. 13; Assume a more active role in your social or fraternal affairs. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) - Before making any social arrangements, make sure there is no one at home who is depending on you. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) - Needless hurrying enhances carelessness. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) - Keep a tight dominion over your wallet. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) - Material issues could quickly generate much anger. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) - Let bygones be bygones by refusing to revisit something that angered you in the past. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) - Prudent management of your resources is always essential. ARIES (March 21-April 19) - Keep everyone who doesn’t belong out of affairs that pertain to your work. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) - Relationships with friends could be a bit tricky. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) - It’s wrong to think that you have to depend on others to back you up. CANCER (June 21-July 22) - Strive for a good balance in handling people over whom you have authority. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) - When making comments to co-workers, weigh your words carefully. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) - It’s not your nature to be possessive of those you love, so take care that you don’t become overly protective or controlling.
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NORTH CAROLINA RUTHERFORD COUNTY NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 10 SP 409 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Todd C Pitner and Yana Pitner to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated November 22, 2006, and recorded in Book 928, Page 579, Rutherford County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rutherford County, No rth Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Rutherford County, North Carolina, at 10:15AM on October 27, 2010, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: Situate, lying and being in the Town of Lake Lure, Chimney Rock Township, Rutherford County, North Carolina and being the major portion of the property described in Deed Book 735, Page 401 and being denoted as Lot 3 (revised) of the Martha Jane Powers Subdivision and being described in accordance with a new plat of survey done by Professional Surveying Services dated March 15, 2000 as follows: Beginning at an existing iron pin located on the Western right-of-way edge of Buffalo Shoals Road, SR 1306, said beginning existing iron pin being the common Easternmost corner of Lot 3 (revised) described herein and Lot 4 described in Deed Book 732, Page 199, said beginning point is also shown on Plat Book 17, Page 103 and running thence from said beginning point along and with the Western right-of-way edge of Buffalo Shoals Road on the following calls: South 34 degrees 35 minutes 15 seconds East 27.60 feet to a point; thence South 14 degrees 04 minutes 32 seconds East 19.45 feet to a point; thence South 13 degrees 34 minutes 07 seconds West 10.60 feet to a point; thence South 42 degrees 09 minutes 10 seconds West 13.37 feet to a point; thence South 66 degrees 47 minutes 08 seconds West 20.78 feet to a point; thence South 73 degrees 59 minutes 11 seconds West 31.55 feet to a point; thence South 69 degrees 57 minutes 56 seconds West 30.55 feet to a point; thence South 59 degrees 50 minutes 46 seconds West 40.07 feet to a point; thence South 47 degrees 23 minutes 00 seconds West 40.73 feet to a point; thence South 34 degrees 17 minutes 32 seconds West 7.70 feet to a new iron pin, said new iron pin being the new common Easternmost corner of Lot 3 (revised) described herein and Lot 2 (revised); thence leaving the Western edge of Buffalo Shoals Road and running along with the Northern boundary of Lot 2 (revised) on the following calls: South 69 degrees 34 minutes 46 seconds West 89.78 feet to a new iron pin; thence South 43 degrees 33 minutes 02 seconds West 80.96 feet to a new iron pin; thence South 87 degrees 16 minutes 14 seconds West 199.25 feet, passing an existing iron pin at 183.57 feet, to a point on the shoreline of Lake Lure; thence running along and with the shoreline of Lake Lure on the following calls: North 05 degrees 53 minutes 32 seconds East 74.06 feet to a point; thence North 45 degrees 46 minutes 02 seconds East 90.72 feet to a point, said point being the common Westernmost corner of the tract described herein and the aforesaid Lot 4 described in Deed Book 732, Page 199; thence leaving the shoreline of Lake Lure and running along with the Lot 4 Southern boundary on the following calls: South 89 degrees 42 minutes 05 seconds East 219.83 feet, passing an existing iron pin at 26.69 feet; thence North 64 degrees 32 minutes 08 seconds East 204.53 feet to the point and place of beginning and containing 1.10 acres, more or less. Tax Map 539-1-4 Q. See copy of plat attached to Styers deed (Book 750, Page 552). Also being the same property as that described in Deed Book 801, Page 553, Rutherford County Registry. Said property is commonly known as 1915 Buffalo Shoals, Lake Lure, NC 28746 Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Todd C Pitner. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, that tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. ___________________________________ Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 Our File No.: 432.1015698NC /MDN Publication Dates: 10/13/2010 10/20/2010
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EXPERIENCED Cashier for Convenience Store Must be able to work AM/PM hours & wkends Verifiable ref. req. Apply in Person 2-4p Only! Cove Creek Mkt. & Grille 4305 Hwy 64/7A (Green Hill Area) Rutherfordton, NC NO PHONE CALLS! Smoke Free Workplace
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF RUTHERFORD NOTICE OF SALE File No.: 10 SP 399 TAKE NOTICE THAT: William Richard Boyd, Jr., Substitute Trustee, has begun proceedings to FORECLOSE under the Deed of Trust described below, and by under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in such Deed of Trust, and an Order entered by the Clerk of Superior Court of the above County, will sell the below described property at public auction as follows: 1. The instrument pursuant to which such sale will be held is that certain Deed of Trust executed by Pavilack Mills Corporation, original mortgagor, and recorded in the Office of the Rutherford County Register of Deeds in Deed of Trust Book 1051, at Page 475. The record owner of such property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds not more than ten (10) days prior to posting this Notice of Sale, if not the original mortgagors, is : USA Enterprises of Myrtle Beach, LLC 2. The property will be sold by the Substitute Trustee at 2:00 p.m. on the 21st day of October, 2010 at the Rutherford County Courthouse door in the City of Rutherfordton, North Carolina. 3. The real property to be sold is generally described as 300 Dallas Street, Spindale, NC 28160 and described as follows: Being all of that property described in that certain Deed of Trust recorded in Book 1051, at Page 475 of the Rutherford County, North Carolina Registry and said description is incorporated herein by reference. Containing 19.665 acres, more or less. BEING the same property as that described in Deed Book 955, Page 415, Rutherford County Registry. Tax Map 12-1-2B. Property Address: 300/302 Dallas Street, Spindale, NC 28160. Any property described in the Deed of Trust which is not being offered for sale is described as follows: Subject to any and all Release Deeds of Record in the Rutherford County, North Carolina Registry. 4. Any buildings located on the above-described property are also included in the sale. 5. The property will be sold by the Substitute Trustee to the highest bidder for CASH. The highest bidder will be required to deposit IN CASH with the Substitute Trustee at the date and time of the sale the greater of five percent (5.0%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty and no/100 Dollars ($750.00). 6. All bidders for the property AS IS on the date of sale. Absolutely no warranties are made as to the condition, value or title of the property. While the Substitute Trustee believes the title to be good, all bidders are advised that they should obtain independent counsel to examine record title as the property is sold subject to prior record interests. The Noteholder has reserved the right to withdraw the sale up to and until the Deed is delivered by the Substitute Trustee. 7. The property will be sold subject to all unpaid taxes and special assessments. 8. The property being sold is all of that property described in the Deed of Trust except as specifically set forth above. It is the intention to extinguish any and all rights or interests in the property subordinate to the Deed of Trust. 9. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential with Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the County in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the Notice of Sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective May 20, 2009. THIS the 21st day of September, 2010. _______________________________ William Richard Boyd, Jr. Substitute Trustee 474 Mountain Cove Road Waynesville, North Carolina 28786 Dates: October 13, 2010 and October 20, 2010
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Farm Market
Bright Orange Pumpkins Priced from $1.00 - $6.00 Come out to the farm for local grown pumpkins 4 mi. past Washburn Store on Salem Church Road Call 453-0396 or 223-3397
Must find home ASAP cats and kittens, most spayed, neutered. Please call 828-245-1871 leave message Miniature Dachshund pups ready 10/13 Cute little wieners red, black or brown, CKC registered $250 248-1023
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Livestock
Free chickens, must go. 828-245-1871 leave message
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Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 59 that: The partnership heretofore existing between The J.S. Proctor Company Profit Sharing Trust, Special Account for John S. Proctor, Jr. and John S. Proctor, Jr., under the fictitious name of Proctor3 at various locations in the Town of Lake Lure, County of Rutherford, State of North Carolina is now dissolved by mutual consent. That The J.S. Proctor Company Profit Sharing Trust, Special Account for John S. Proctor, Jr., of the City of Charlotte, County of Mecklenburg, State of North Carolina, has withdrawn from and is no longer associated in the conducting of said business, and John S. Proctor, Jr., now deceased, of the City of Charlotte, County of Mecklenburg, State of North Carolina, has withdrawn from and is no longer associated in the conducting of said business hereafter, these entities or individuals, or their successors in interest, have assumed all of the outstanding obligations of said business incurred both heretofore and hereafter, and is entitled to all of the assets of said business.
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Furniture
2 piece sectional sofa, with recliner on each end, light blue $350. 828-305-5553
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Machinery & Tools
For sale: Rockwell Milling machine and cabinet sand blaster. Call 289-2710
Paying $200 per vehicle.
Call Jamie Fender
(828) 286-4194
Help Wanted Heavy Equipment/Torch Operator. Pay $ 10- $12 an hour depending on experience. Truck Driver with Class A or Class B License. Pay $12- $13 an hour depending on experience. Sales Position for 100 mile radius of Marion, Rutherfordton. Excellent salary plus commission. No previous employees need to apply. Please email resume to randolj1@aol.com or fax to 828-652-8687.
Said partnership was dissolved as of January 1, 2009. /S/ J.S. Proctor Company Profit Sharing Trust /S/ The Estate and Trust of John S. Proctor, Jr., Anna J. Proctor, Executrix and Trustee
2BR Apt. in Forest City $400/ mo. + dep. Call 828-228-5873 or 828-514-7685 2BR/1BA Apt 244 Collet St., Rfdtn Stove, refrig., water & sewer incld. W/d hook up $375/mo. + dep. 247-1147
3BR/2BA single level town home, with attached garage, great
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neighborhood, conveniently
located inside Rutherfordton city limits. No pets! 828-429-4288
Blueberry & fig plants $4 per gal. container. Delivery avail. Cell phone 828-980-3690
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Very nice large remodeled 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhome Apts. Starting at $375/mo. Washer/dryer hookup and water included. Carriage House Apts.
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Unfurnished Apartments
2 BR apts., stove, refrig., w/d hookup, cable included. Wells Drive, $370/mo. Westgate, $400/mo. Other units available. Call 245-0016 Rutherford Co. Rentals
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Homes for Rent
135 Arlington St., Forest City 3BR/1BA $500/mo. + $300 sec. dep. Call 864-576-9340
CLASSIFIEDS!
Rfdtn: Nice clean priv 3BR/ 2BA $650/mo. + securities. Call 286-1982 or 748-0658
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Amendment to the Forest City Sign Ordinance
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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Commissioners of the Town of Forest City at the Forest City Town Hall, 128 N. Powell Street, Forest City, NC on Monday, October 18, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
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NORTH CAROLINA RUTHERFORD COUNTY
Junk Vehicles Wanted
No title required. Paying $245 & up. Any size vehicles, Cash on the spot PLUS Free Large Pizza included. Picking up vehicles 24 hrs, 7 days/also buying catalytic converters $35 each, any amount.
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Call 828-202-1715
0554 Wanted to Rent/Buy/ Trade Junk Cars Wanted
0554 Wanted to Rent/Buy/ Trade
The purpose of the public hearing is to consider an amendment to the Forest City Sign Ordinance that would permit projecting signs in a C-a district. The public is urged to be present for this important meeting. Additional information regarding this amendment may be obtained from Jimmy Clay, building and zoning official 247-4426.
NORTH CAROLINA RUTHERFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 10 SP 413
IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY SCOTT MCCOMBER AND MARIA A. MCCOMBER DATED February 16, 2007 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 941, PAGE 561, RUTHERFORD COUNTY REGISTRY, TO BB&T COLLATERAL SERVICE CORP, TRUSTEE. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by SCOTT MCCOMBER AND MARIA A. MCCOMBER dated February 16, 2007 to BB&T COLLATERAL SERVICE CORPORATION, Trustee for BRANCH BANKING AND TRUST COMPANY, recorded in Book 941, Page 561, RUTHERFORD County Registry; default having been made in payment of the indebtedness thereby secured; and the necessary findings to permit foreclosure having been made by the Clerk of Superior Court of RUTHERFORD County, North Carolina; the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the property conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in the County of RUTHERFORD and State of North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Situate, lying and being in Cool Springs Township, Rutherford County, North Carolina and being a portion of the property conveyed to Portfolio Management Inc., a Nevada Corporation (now also a North Carolina corporation) a 50% interest and Southeast Investment & Holdings, Inc., a Florida Corporation a 50% interest by deed dated June 2, 2006 and of record in Deed Book 905, at Page 277, Rutherford County Registry, that part thereof herein conveyed by more particularly described by courses and distances according to a new plat of survey prepared by E. Steve Smith Land Surveying, dated August 8, 2006 as follows: Beginning at an existing iron pin in the edge of Shenandoah Drive, said iron pin marking a common corner of the property herein conveyed and the property of Shirley McNeil (see Deed Book 301, at Page 33, Rutherford County Registry) and running thence from said beginning existing iron pin and with the edge of Shenandoah Drive, South 64 deg. 06 min. 37 sec. West 255.03 feet to an existing iron pin in the edge of Shenandoah Drive, said pin also marking a corner of the property of AC Patterson (see Deed Book 214, at Page 187, Rutherford county Registry) thence with two lines of said Patterson property, North 35 deg. 14 min. 36 sec. East 56.87 feet to an existing iron pipe and North 69 deg. 21 min. 57 sec. West 109.31 feet to an existing iron pipe; thence North 39 deg. 44 min. 11 sec. East 198.31 feet to an existing iron pipe; thence North 61 deg. 47 min. 51 sec. East 145.26 feet to an existing iron pipe; thence with another line of the property of Shirley McNeil hereinabove referred to, South 12 deg. 45 min. 58 sec. East 199.70 feet to the point and place of the Beginning, and containing 1.05 acres, more or less according to said survey. Being the same and identical property which was conveyed by Portfolio Management, Inc., a North Carolina Corporation and Southeast Investment Holdings, Inc., a Florida Corporation, by and through its attorney in fact Gene R. Conley to Scott E. McComber and wife, Maria A. McComber by deed dated February 16, 2007 and of record in Deed Book 926 at Page 38, Rutherford County Registry.
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 10 SP 404 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY RUSSELL S. SCHAPER, JR. AND WIFE, MARSHA L. SCHAPER DATED September 30, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 863, PAGE 677, AND RE-RECORDED IN BOOK 881, PAGE 880, RUTHERFORD COUNTY REGISTRY, TO BB&T COLLATERAL SERVICE CORP, TRUSTEE. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by RUSSELL S. SCHAPER, JR. AND WIFE, MARSHA L. SCHAPER dated September 30, 2005 to BB&T COLLATERAL SERVICE CORPORATION, Trustee for BRANCH BANKING AND TRUST COMPANY, recorded in Book 863, Page 677, and re-recorded in Book 881, Page 880, RUTHERFORD County Registry; default having been made in payment of the indebtedness thereby secured; and the necessary findings to permit foreclosure having been made by the Clerk of Superior Court of RUTHERFORD County, North Carolina; the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the property conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in the County of RUTHERFORD and State of North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 277 as shown on survey by R.L. Greene, PLS entitled “Greyrock Subdivision Phase 2A as recorded in Plat Book 26, Page 118, said plat being one of a series of plats recorded in Plat Book 26, Page 114 through 118 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry, reference to said recorded plats being made for a more particular description of said Lot 277. Together with and subject to all easements, restrictions and rights of way of record and a nonexclusive appurtenant easement for ingress, egress and regress is conveyed over and upon all private subdivision roads for GreyRock at Lake Lure as shown on the above-described plats and the plats for Phase 1A as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 25, at Pages 188 through 192; Plats for Phase 1B as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 25, at Pages 205 through 208 and to the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for GreyRock as recorded in Book 858, at Page 122 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry and also being recorded in Book 3827, Page 764 of the Buncombe County, NC Registry. Being a portion of that property conveyed to LR Buffalo Creek, LLC by deeds recorded in Deed Book 855, at Page 816 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry and as recorded in Deed Book 3793, at Page 665 of the Buncombe County, NC Registry. PROPERTY ADDRESS/LOCATION: Lot 277, Phase 2A, Greyrock Subdivision, Lake Lure, NC 28746 DATE OF SALE: October 21, 2010 TIME OF SALE: 10:30 A.M. LOCATION OF SALE: RUTHERFORD County Courthouse RECORD OWNER(S): Russell S. Schaper, Jr. & Marsha L. Schaper
PROPERTY ADDRESS/LOCATION: 1.05 acres, Shenandoah Dr. Spindale NC 28160 DATE OF SALE: October 21, 2010 TIME OF SALE: 10:30 A.M. LOCATION OF SALE: RUTHERFORD County Courthouse RECORD OWNER(S): Scott McComber and Maria A. McComber TERMS OF THE SALE: (1) This sale will be made subject to: (a) all prior liens, encumbrances, easements, right-of-ways, restrictive covenants or other restrictions of record affecting the property; (b) property taxes and assessments for the year in which the sale occurs, as well as any prior years; (c) federal tax liens with respect to which proper notice was not given to the Internal Revenue Service; and (d) federal tax liens to which proper notice was given to the Internal Revenue Service and to which the right of redemption applies. (2) The property is being sold “as is”. Neither the beneficiary of the deed of trust, nor the undersigned Substitute Trustee, makes any warranties or representations concerning the property, including but not limited to, the physical or environmental condition of the property. Further, the undersigned SubstituteTrustee makes no title warranties with respect to the title to the property. (3) The highest bidder will be responsible for the payment of revenue stamps payable to the Register of Deeds and any final court and/or auditing fees payable to the Clerk of Superior Court which are assessed on the high bid resulting from this foreclosure sale. (4) At the time of the sale, the highest bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or $750.00, whichever is greater, with the remaining balance of the bid amount to be paid on the day following the expiration of the applicable ten (10) day upset bid period. (5) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. (6) An order for possession of the property being sold may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession, by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold. This the 22nd day of September, 2010. SMITH DEBNAM NARRON DRAKE SAINTSING & MYERS, L.L.P. www.smithdebnamlaw.com ____________________________ Jeff D. Rogers, Substitute Trustee P. O. Box 26268 Raleigh, NC 27611-6268 (919) 250-2000 JWT 97392856
TERMS OF THE SALE: (1) This sale will be made subject to: (a) all prior liens, encumbrances, easements, right-of-ways, restrictive covenants or other restrictions of record affecting the property; (b) property taxes and assessments for the year in which the sale occurs, as well as any prior years; (c) federal tax liens with respect to which proper notice was not given to the Internal Revenue Service; and (d) federal tax liens to which proper notice was given to the Internal Revenue Service and to which the right of redemption applies. (2) The property is being sold “as is”. Neither the beneficiary of the deed of trust, nor the undersigned Substitute Trustee, makes any warranties or representations concerning the property, including but not limited to, the physical or environmental condition of the property. Further, the undersigned SubstituteTrustee makes no title warranties with respect to the title to the property. (3) The highest bidder will be responsible for the payment of revenue stamps payable to the Register of Deeds and any final court and/or auditing fees payable to the Clerk of Superior Court which are assessed on the high bid resulting from this foreclosure sale. (4) At the time of the sale, the highest bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or $750.00, whichever is greater, with the remaining balance of the bid amount to be paid on the day following the expiration of the applicable ten (10) day upset bid period. (5) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. (6) An order for possession of the property being sold may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession, by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold. This the 22nd day of September, 2010. SMITH DEBNAM NARRON DRAKE SAINTSING & MYERS, L.L.P. www.smithdebnamlaw.com _______________________________________ Jeff D. Rogers, Substitute Trustee P. O. Box 26268 Raleigh, NC 27611-6268 (919) 250-2000 CBM 97392811
SUBSCRIBE TO THE DAILY COURIER 245-6431
The Daily Courier, Forest City, NC, Wednesday, October 13, 2010 — 5B NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE NORTH CAROLINA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY REGARDING THE FINANCING OF MULTIFAMILY HOUSING WITH THE PROCEEDS OF TAX-EXEMPT BONDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested persons that the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency (the “Agency”) has been requested to issue its revenue bonds (the “Bonds”) for the purpose of (a) financing the acquisition, renovation, improvement, equipping and furnishing of certain multifamily residential projects and (b) paying certain fees and expenses incurred in connection with the issuance and sale of the Bonds. The facilities to be financed with the proceeds of the Bonds are located at the following locations, owned by the following entities and managed by RD Bond Member 2, LLC: (a) A 48-unit complex located at 810 Susan Tart Road in Dunn, North Carolina, to be owned by Amity Place Apartments, LLC. The aggregate principal amount of Bonds to be issued for such project shall not exceed $1,425,000. (b) A 52-unit complex located at 720 Highland Avenue in Henderson, North Carolina, to be owned by Cedar Hurst Apartments, LLC. The aggregate principal amount of Bonds to be issued for such project shall not exceed $1,700,000. (c) A 40-unit complex located at 521 Price Street in Reidsville, North Carolina, to be owned by Crestwood Apartments, LLC. The aggregate principal amount of Bonds to be issued for such project shall not exceed $1,335,000. (d) A 72-unit complex located at 100 N.C. Highway 125 in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, to be owned by Fairfield Family Apartments, LLC. The aggregate principal amount of Bonds to be issued for such project shall not exceed $2,100,000. (e) A 40-unit complex located at 100 N.C. Highway 125 in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, to be owned by Fair Meadows Apartments, LLC. The aggregate principal amount of Bonds to be issued for such project shall not exceed $1,120,000. (f) A 64-unit complex located at 116 East Tram Road in Whiteville, North Carolina, to be owned by Kent Place Apartments, LLC. The aggregate principal amount of Bonds to be issued for such project shall not exceed $1,750,000. (g) A 40-unit complex located at 113 East Main Street in Sharpsburg, North Carolina, to be owned by Pinegrove Apartments, LLC. The aggregate principal amount of Bonds to be issued for such project shall not exceed $1,300,000. (h) A 116-unit complex located at 775 South Church Street in Forest City, North Carolina, to be owned by Rutherford Manor I Apartments, LLC. The aggregate principal amount of Bonds to be issued for such project shall not exceed $3,470,000. Please take notice that the Agency will hold a public hearing at 3508 Bush Street in Raleigh, North Carolina on October 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at which time any person may be heard regarding the issuance of the Bonds. Any person wishing to comment in writing on the issuance of the Bonds should do so prior to the date of such hearing to Elizabeth I. Rozakis, Chief Financial Officer, North Carolina Housing Finance Agency, 3508 Bush Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27609. NORTH CAROLINA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY By: Elizabeth I. Rozakis Chief Financial Officer NORTH CAROLINA RUTHERFORD COUNTY
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY RUSSELL S. SCHAPER, JR. AND WIFE, MARSHA L. SCHAPER DATED September 30, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 863, PAGE 683, RUTHERFORD COUNTY REGISTRY, TO BB&T COLLATERAL SERVICE CORP, TRUSTEE. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by RUSSELL S. SCHAPER, JR. AND WIFE, MARSHA L. SCHAPER dated September 30, 2005 to BB&T COLLATERAL SERVICE CORPORATION, Trustee for BRANCH BANKING AND TRUST COMPANY, recorded in Book 863, Page 683, RUTHERFORD County Registry; default having been made in payment of the indebtedness thereby secured; and the necessary findings to permit foreclosure having been made by the Clerk of Superior Court of RUTHERFORD County, North Carolina; the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the property conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in the County of RUTHERFORD and State of North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 294 as shown on survey by R.L.Greene PLS entitled “Greyrock Subdivision Phase 2A as recorded in Plat Book 26 at Page 118, said plat being one of a series of plats recorded in Plat Book 26, Page 114 through 118 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry, reference to said recorded plats being made for a more particular description of said Lot 294. Together with and subject to all easements, restrictions and rights of ways of record and a nonexclusive appurtenant easement for ingress, egress and regress is conveyed over and upon all private subdivision roads for GreyRock at Lake Lure as shown on the above-described plats and the plats for Phase 1A as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 25, at Pages 188 through 192; Plats for Phase 1B as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 25, at Pages 205 through 208 and to the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for GreyRock as recorded in Book 858, at Page 122 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry and also being recorded in Book 3827, Page 764 of the Buncombe County, NC Registry. Being a portion of that property conveyed to LR Buffalo Creek, LLC by deeds recorded in Deed Book 855, at Page 816 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry and as recorded in Deed Book 3793, at Page 665 of the Buncombe County, NC Registry. PROPERTY ADDRESS/LOCATION: Lot 294, Phase 2A Greyrock Subdivision, Lake Lure, NC 28746 DATE OF SALE: October 21, 2010 TIME OF SALE: 10:30 A.M. LOCATION OF SALE: RUTHERFORD County Courthouse RECORD OWNER(S): Russell S. Schaper, Jr. & Marsha L. Schaper TERMS OF THE SALE: (1) This sale will be made subject to: (a) all prior liens, encumbrances, easements, right-of-ways, restrictive covenants or other restrictions of record affecting the property; (b) property taxes and assessments for the year in which the sale occurs, as well as any prior years; (c) federal tax liens with respect to which proper notice was not given to the Internal Revenue Service; and (d) federal tax liens to which proper notice was given to the Internal Revenue Service and to which the right of redemption applies. (2) The property is being sold “as is”. Neither the beneficiary of the deed of trust, nor the undersigned Substitute Trustee, makes any warranties or representations concerning the property, including but not limited to, the physical or environmental condition of the property. Further, the undersigned SubstituteTrustee makes no title warranties with respect to the title to the property.
Mobile Homes for Rent 2 & 3 Bedrooms Stove, refrigerator, cable and trash included. No cats! Call 453-0078 or 429-8822
Having qualified as Executor of the estate of LUCY MAE HAMPTON of Rutherford County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of the said LUCY MAE HAMPTON to present them to the undersigned on or before the 6th day of January, 2011 or the same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment. This is the 6th day of October, 2010.
2BR $65/$75 week. Furnished. Call 245-6136
Robert Earl Hampton, Executor 226 Woodburn Dr. Forest City, NC 28043
2BR/1BA Dobbinsville area. No pets. $100 dep. $80/wk Call 429-6691
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the estate of FERN B MCENTIRE of Rutherford County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of the said FERN B MCENTIRE to present them to the undersigned on or before the 22nd day of December, 2010 or the same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment. This is the 22nd day of September, 2010. Janice Carol Jones, Executor 115 Melon Drive Rutherfordton, NC 28139
2BR/2BA Cent. h/a, stove, refrig. No pets. $425 + $300 dep. 245-5703 or 286-8665 3 Bedroom/2 Bath in quiet park. $375/month Call 287-8558 2BR/1BA SW on Oak Grove Ch. Rd., Ellenboro. Big yard. No indoor pets! $425/mo. + $400 dep. Call 289-8105
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0734 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the estate of GARRETT LEE PRICE of Rutherford County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of the said GARRETT LEE PRICE to present them to the undersigned on or before the 6th day of January, 2011 or the same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment. This is the 6th day of October, 2010. Donna Renay Price, Administrator 140 Gypsy Street Forest City, NC 28043
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20+/-ac., with farm house Mixture of wooded, pasture tillable bottom land. Call 704-481-0548, 828-289-8507 or 828-429-0081
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Mobile Homes for Sale
2BR/2BA SW on 1/2 acre located in Henrietta. $26,000 No financing! Call 429-6690
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the estate of MARY LOUISE TUCKER WILSON of Rutherford County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of the said MARY LOUISE TUCKER WILSON to present them to the undersigned on or before the 6th day of January, 2011, or the same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment. This is the 6th day of October, 2010.
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 10 SP 403
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Agnes Wilson Splawn, Administrator PO Box 163 Forest City, NC 28043
Oakwood, gold medal series, 1,920 sqft. 3 Bedroom/
2 Bath, 4 private acres
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2000 Coleman Ceyennne Pop Up Camper, sleeps 7, ac/heat, awning w/add a room, and many more extras. $4,000 Call 286-3777 and leave message
NORTH CAROLINA RUTHERFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 10 SP 411 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY RYAN LOVELACE AND WIFE, DEBORAH LOVELACE DATED April 2, 2004 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 787, PAGE 536, RUTHERFORD COUNTY REGISTRY, TO THOMAS W. MARTIN, JR., TRUSTEE. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by RYAN LOVELACE AND WIFE, DEBORAH LOVELACE dated April 2, 2004 to THOMAS W. MARTIN, JR., Trustee for LENDMARK MORTGAGE AND FINANCE, INC., recorded in Book 787, Page 536, RUTHERFORD County Registry, the holder of the note and deed of trust being LENDMARK FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.; default having been made in payment of the indebtedness thereby secured; and the necessary findings to permit foreclosure having been made by the Clerk of Superior Court of RUTHERFORD County, North Carolina; the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the property conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in the County of RUTHERFORD and State of North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Being Lot No. 3 of the Romey B. Green property located at Sandy Mush, N.C., and being more fully described as follows: Beginning at an iron stake said iron stake being located South 83 deg. 45 min. East 250 feet from the Kenneth Green and Trout corner, and running thence South 83 deg. 45 min. East 125 feet to an iron pin, corner of Lot 4 conveyed to Max Crawley; thence running with the line of Lot 4, South 5 deg. West 180 feet to an iron stake in edge of 15 foot right of way; thence with the edge of the right of way North 83 deg. 45 min. 5 sec. East 180 feet to the place of the beginning. See Estate File 96-E-285 in the Office of the Clerk of the Superior Court of Rutherford County, N.C. See also deed recorded in Deed Book 694, Page 196, Rutherford County Registry. PROPERTY ADDRESS/LOCATION: 153 Greene Road, Forest City, NC 28043 DATE OF SALE: October 21, 2010 TIME OF SALE: 10:30 A.M. LOCATION OF SALE: RUTHERFORD County Courthouse RECORD OWNER(S): Ryan Lovelace TERMS OF THE SALE: (1) This sale will be made subject to: (a) all prior liens, encumbrances, easements, right-of-ways, restrictive covenants or other restrictions of record affecting the property; (b) property taxes and assessments for the year in which the sale occurs, as well as any prior years; (c) federal tax liens with respect to which proper notice was not given to the Internal Revenue Service; and (d) federal tax liens to which proper notice was given to the Internal Revenue Service and to which the right of redemption applies.
(3) The highest bidder will be responsible for the payment of revenue stamps payable to the Register of Deeds and any final court and/or auditing fees payable to the Clerk of Superior Court which are assessed on the high bid resulting from this foreclosure sale.
(2) The property is being sold “as is”. Neither the beneficiary of the deed of trust, nor the undersigned Substitute Trustee, makes any warranties or representations concerning the property, including but not limited to, the physical or environmental condition of the property. Further, the undersigned SubstituteTrustee makes no title warranties with respect to the title to the property.
(4) At the time of the sale, the highest bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or $750.00, whichever is greater, with the remaining balance of the bid amount to be paid on the day following the expiration of the applicable ten (10) day upset bid period.
(3) The highest bidder will be responsible for the payment of revenue stamps payable to the Register of Deeds and any final court and/or auditing fees payable to the Clerk of Superior Court which are assessed on the high bid resulting from this foreclosure sale.
(5) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.
(4) At the time of the sale, the highest bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or $750.00, whichever is greater, with the remaining balance of the bid amount to be paid on the day following the expiration of the applicable ten (10) day upset bid period.
(6) An order for possession of the property being sold may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession, by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold. This the 22nd day of September, 2010. SMITH DEBNAM NARRON DRAKE SAINTSING & MYERS, L.L.P. www.smithdebnamlaw.com _______________________________________ Jeff D. Rogers, Substitute Trustee P. O. Box 26268 Raleigh, NC 27611-6268 (919) 250-2000 CBM 97392813
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Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Joseph Yono, Jr. and Eva Yono to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated December 22, 2005, and recorded in Book 878, Page 548, Rutherford County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rutherford County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Rutherford County, North Carolina, at 10:15AM on October 27, 2010, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: Being all of Lot 318 as shown on survey by R. L. Greene, PLS entitled “Greyrock Subdivision Phase 2B as recorded in Plat Book 26 at Page 120, said plat being one of a series of plats recorded in Plat Book 26, Page 119 through 123 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry, reference to said recorded plats being made for a more particular description of said Lot 318. Together with and subject to all easements, restrictions and rights of way of record and a non-exclusive appurtenant easement for ingress, egress and regress is conveyed over and upon all private subdivision roads for GreyRock at Lake Lure as shown on the above-described plats and the plats for Phase 1A as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 25, at Pages 188 through 192; plats for Phase 1B as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 25, at Pages 205 through 208 and plats for Phase 2A as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 26, at Pages 114 through 118 and to the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for GreyRock as recorded in Book 858, at Page 122 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry and also being recorded in Book 3827, Page 764 of the Buncombe County, NC Registry. Being a portion of that property conveyed to LR Buffalo Creek, LLC by deeds recorded in Deed Book 855, at Page 816 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry and as recorded in Deed Book 3793, at Page 665 of the Buncombe County, NC Registry. Said property is commonly known as: Lot 318 off of Rolling Ridge Trail, Greyrock Subdivision, Lake Lure, NC 28746 Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Joseph Yono Jr. and Eva Yono. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, that tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. ___________________________________ Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 Our File No.: 158.0931615NC /R Publication Dates: 10/13/2010, 10/20/2010 NORTH CAROLINA, RUTHERFORD COUNTY
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 10 SP 382 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jill E. Shanahan and Kevin M. Shanahan to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated December 11, 2006, and recorded in Book 932, Page 650, Rutherford County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rutherford County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Rutherford County, North Carolina, at 10:15AM on October 27, 2010, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in Morgan Township, Rutherford County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Being Lot Number 69 of Queen's Gap, Phase I, as described more fully in Plat recorded in Plat Book 27, Pages 280-292, ("the Plat"), Rutherford County Registry, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more full and accurate description. Subject to Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions for Queen's Gap as recorded in Book 917, Page 402-442, Rutherford County Register of Deeds, and recorded in Book 891, Page 624-664, McDowell County Register of Deeds, and any amendments and supplements thereto. Subject to all matters shown on subdivision plat of Queen's Gap, Phase I, as recorded in Plat Book 27, Pages 280-292, Rutherford County Registers of Deeds, and Plat Book 13, Pages 60-72, McDowell County Register of Deeds, hereinafter referred to as "the Plat". Said property is commonly known as: Lot 69 Devin Ridge Lane in Queens Gap Resort, Union Mills, NC 28167 Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Jill E. Shanahan. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, that tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. ___________________________________ Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 Our File No.: 432.1015716NC /MDN Publication Dates: 10/13/2010 10/20/2010
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Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Edith L Hansen to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated May 07, 2007, and recorded in Book 956, Page 1, Rutherford County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rutherford County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Rutherford County, North Carolina, at 10:15AM on October 20, 2010, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: Being all of Lot 59, Phase IA, as shown on subdivision plat for GreyRock at Lake Lure Subdivision, recorded in Plat Book 25 at Page 191, in the Office of the register of Deeds for Rutherford County, North Carolina, said plat being one of a series of plats, recorded in Plat Book 25, page 188-92, all of the Rutherford County, NC, Registry; reference being hereby made to said recorded plat for a more particular metes and bounds description, pursuant to North General Statutes, Section 47-320(G). This conveyance is made together with and subject to all easements, restrictions, and rights of way of record and a non-exclusive, appurtenants easement for ingress, egress, and regress is conveyed over and upon all private subdivision roads for GreyRock at Lake Lure, as shown on the above-described plats, and the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for GreyRock at Lake Lure as recorded in Book 858, Page 122, of the Rutherford County, NC, Registry, and also recorded in Book 3827, Page 764 of the Buncombe County, NC, Registry (hereinafter the “Declaration”). This conveyance is further made together with and subject to easements for the installation, repair, and maintenance of a community water system as set forth in the Declaration, said water system to consist of a shared system of wells and water lines to be installed upon the lots. Each lot is conveyed together with appurtenants for all shared water line and wells making up the water system as the same may or will be installed in the reserved easements areas as set forth on all record plats and described in the declarations. The above described property is identical to that conveyed to Edith L. Hansen, unmarried, by that certain deed from I.R Buffalo Creek, LLC, a Georgia Limited Liability Company, dated April 11, 2005, and recorder on April 14, 2005, in Book 870 at Page 458, Rutherford County Registry. Said property is commonly known as: Lot # 59 Buffalo Shoals Road at Grey Rock, Lake Lure, NC 28746 Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Edith L Hansen. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, that tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. ___________________________________ Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 Our File No.: 158.0931990NC /R Publication Dates: 10/06/2010, 10/13/2010
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE 10 SP 269 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Alex J. Marouf and Nathan Karroumi to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated October 03, 2005, and recorded in Book 866, Page 630, Rutherford County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rutherford County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Rutherford County, North Carolina, at 10:15AM on October 27, 2010, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: Being all of Lot 355 as shown on survey by R. L. Greene, PLS entitled "Greyrock Subdivision Phase 2B as recorded in Plat Book 26 at Page 122, said plat being one of a series of plats recorded in Plat Book 26, Page 119 through 123 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry, reference to said recorded plats being made for a more particular description of said Lot 355. Together with and subject to all easements, restrictions and rights of ways of record and a non-exclusive appurtenant easement for ingress, egress and regress is conveyed over and upon all private subdivision roads for GreyRock at Lake Lure as shown on the above-described plats and the plats for Phase 1A as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 25, at Pages 188 through 192; Plats for Phase 1B as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 25, at Pages 205 through 208 and Plats for Phase 2A as shown on plats recorded in Plat Book 26, at Pages 114 through 118 and to the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for GreyRock as recorded in Book 858, at Page 122 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry and also being recorded in Book 3827, Page 764 of the Buncombe County, NC Registry. Being a portion of that property conveyed to LR Buffalo Creek, LLC by deeds recorded in Deed Book 855, at Page 816 of the Rutherford County, NC Registry and as recorded in Deed Book 3793, at Page 665 of the Buncombe County, NC Registry. Said property is commonly known as: Lot #355 Rolling Ridge Trail Grey Rock Sub., Lake Lure, NC 28746 Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Alex J Marouf and Nathan Karroumi. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, that tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. ___________________________________ Nationwide Trustee Services, Inc. Substitute Trustee 1587 Northeast Expressway Atlanta, GA 30329 (770) 234-9181 Our File No.: 158.0935293NC /MDN Publication Dates: 10/13/2010, 10/20/2010
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Walker’s Country Store on Wilson’s Creek is a favorite spot for tourists and those fishing the creek for trout. Susan Duncan (right) and her husband Greg Duncan bought the old general store from the Walker family in 2006 and sell a lot of fishing gear, bait and picnic supplies. Sharon Hartman of Lenoir was among visitors during the 15th anniversary of the Foothills Conservancy.
The UPS Store
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