Asheboro Magazine - Issue 48

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38 08 Restaurant Review

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Community News

Ask the Expert

06 M UGapalooza!

12 L es III Featured in “Future Retrospective” during Winston-Salem’s September Art Walk 18 Two Zentangle Drawing Classes with Lisa Skeen 34 I mproving Health; Randolph County Dentist Offers a Better Night Sleep 36 R andolph Arts Guild to Host Exhibition by Artist Cat Collier 40 R CC Students Gain Real Life Experience at Petty’s Garage 48 R andolph Arts Guild Offers Make Your Own Pixie Door

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B reaking Bread at Brick City Saloon

Y our Eyes Your Feet Your Taxes Home Improvement Your Money

Daily Devotions 46

features

08 T he Hearing Clinic - Leading the Triad in Progressive, Comprehensive Hearing Care

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Who Are You?

At the YMCA 52 R andolph-Asheboro YMCA 6th Annual Fall Volleyball Classic

Celebrating 4 years!

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Ms. Senior Randolph County Pageant 2014

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di’lishi, Randolph Hospital Partner to Offer Patients Familiar Dessert

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T he Wine Cellar - 2012 Steele Pinot Blanc

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Recipe: Grilled Pizza with Tomatoes & Pesto

Dear Readers, As I sit down with my cup of coffee to write this publisher’s letter, I can’t believe that four years have gone by in what seems like a blink of an eye. When we launched the magazine in August 2010, people used to stop and ask me all the time, “Aren’t you going to run out of things to write about in Asheboro?” Obvious answer: NO!!

It’s exciting and scary to think what the next four years might look like. Dave talks about many of the ideas and initiatives that we are undertaking in 2015 in his article on page 58, but he doesn’t mention that starting in the Fall we will begin mailing the magazines to the neighborhoods that we now hand-deliver them to. This is a big step because I enjoy driving the neighborhoods personally and handing someone their magazine if they are in their yard.

My favorite recent comment was on Dave’s Mountain - I handed the magazine to a lady gardening in her yard and she exclaimed, “I just LOVE this magazine and I read it cover to cover when it arrives!

I always find out something I didn’t know about my town.” That is why we do what we do, because of passionate people who are interested in what is going on in their community.

I look forward to sharing many more stories about people, businesses and events happening right here in Randolph County!

Sherry

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Issue 48 Publisher Sherry Johnson sherry@asheboromagazine.com

Advertising Executive Sally Carre sally@asheboroandmore.com

Contributors Joe Taureck, Greg Smith, Debbie Faircloth Micki Bare, Dr. Anna Fakadej, Dr. Richard Sikora Ryan Dodson, Greg Smith, Janet Harllee Josh Rasmussen, Peter Panagore, Dave Johnson

Cover Photo Provided by The Hearing Clinic Asheboro Magazine is published by Asheboro and More Marketing, Inc d/b/a Positive Community Magazines. Any reproduction or duplication of any part thereof must be done with the written permission of the Publisher. All information included herein is correct to the best of our knowledge as of the publication date. Corrections should be forwarded to the Publisher at the address above.

Disclaimer: The paid advertisements contained within Asheboro Magazine are not endorsed or recommended by the Publisher. Therefore, neither party may be held liable for the business practices of these companies.

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he Randolph Arts Guild (RAG) announces a “Call to Potters” for its upcoming Mugapalooza Exhibit. Potters are requested to submit sample mug images at www.RandolphArtsGuild.com for consideration. Selected works will be displayed at the Randolph Arts Guild’s Sara Smith Self Gallery at 123 Sunset Ave. in downtown Asheboro, NC during the month of November, 2014. The submission deadline is September 26th.

The Randolph Arts Guild is planning an exhibition for the month of November to feature, celebrate and sell Mugs!

Just in time for the gift buying season the Guild will be turning it’s Sara Smith Self Gallery into a Mug magnet.

Potters are asked to submit three images of sample mugs for consideration. If selected, artists may display up to 10 mugs for sale in the show (All mugs must be for sale and the Randolph Arts Guild retains 25% of sale price). It is free to submit to the exhibition. Artists will be responsible for delivery to and pickup from the Randolph Arts Guild on Sunset Avenue in Asheboro, NC. The show is set to open November, 4th. Selected Artists will be notified on or before October 1st. Artists may visit www.RandolphArtsGuild.com for complete details. 

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The Hearing Clinic

LEADING THE TRIAD IN PROGRESSIVE, COMPREHENSIVE HEARING CARE Story & Photos by Debbie Faircloth

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or 25 years, The Hearing Clinic has been the Piedmont Triad’s most comprehensive source to offer advanced audiological care for hearing, balance, and dizziness combined as well as introducing revolutionary technology for thousands of patients. The three Doctors of Audiology are all university trained and specialize in identifying, diagnosing, treating, and monitoring disorders of the hearing and balance systems of the ear. In addition, the entire clinical and support personnel are leaders in the field and considered among the best hearing care providers in the state. Through three convenient Triad locations in Asheboro, High Point, and Greensboro, The Hearing Clinic communicates with your family physician or specialist to create a team-oriented approach and partnership for your better hearing health.

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“Hearing is an essential part of living and gives us the wonderful ability to communicate and connect with the world and people around us,” according to Dr. Brooke Miller, Au.D., “Unfortunately, 35 million Americans have some degree of hearing loss; the condition is more common than originally thought, and is affecting younger and younger people.”

Dr. Tami L. Ike, Au.D., owner of The Hearing Clinic, opened the Asheboro office in 1992. In addition to Dr. Miller, Audiology Assistant Darlene Bigelow works out of the location on North Fayetteville Street. Audiologist Dr. Mallorie Price is primarily based in Greensboro, and Dr. Ike is primarily based in High Point. All three locations offer the same individualized approach to hearing loss.

Progressive Technology • The Hearing Clinic is the first practice in the Piedmont Triad to offer a new non-surgical hearing option for those struggling with single-sided deafness—one that uses your own teeth! SoundBite™ is the world’s first removable hearing solution to use the well-established principle of bone conduction to inconspicuously transmit sound via the teeth to the inner ear. Simple and free of invasive surgery or a permanent implant, each device is custom-fit for the individual patients and is virtually invisible to the general public when worn.

• ESTEEM™ is another revolutionary breakthrough offered

by The Hearing Clinic. The first and only FDA-approved, fully implanted, active middle-ear hearing device, it is the

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only hearing solution that allows individuals to truly live an active, independent lifestyle without having to wear an external device. This alternative to conventional hearing aids for patients with moderate to severe hearing loss eliminates the limitations and annoyances of hearing aids while providing sound clarity that users report exceeds that of hearing aids.

• The Hearing Clinic’s Loop The Triad Initiative has brought better hearing to thousands of Piedmont Triad residents since 2012. Working in community partnership with local arts venues, places of worship, and area retirement centers, The Hearing Clinic has donated time, money, and professional resources to make this hearing technology a reality. The Hearing Clinic is currently working with senior services leaders in Asheboro to bring this innovative technology to Randolph County.

•L YRIC™, the world’s first 100% invisible, extended wear hearing device, was first introduced to the Piedmont Triad five years ago by The Hearing Clinic, who was among the first in the Southeastern US to offer the technology. Featured on Good Morning America, the Dr. Oz Show, The New York Times, and named the top health innovation

by Popular Science, LYRIC™ is placed deep in the ear canal to provide clear, natural sound quality, and minimize background noise. Patients can shower, sleep, and exercise while wearing the devices, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for up to 4 months continuously. There are no batteries to change, and no daily maintenance is required.

Balance and Dizziness Care Dizziness is the third most common symptom reported to family physicians by older adults. Problems with the balance canals of the inner ear can cause unsteadiness and dizziness, taking away the good quality of life and putting one in danger of injury from falling. The Hearing Clinic professionals offer the most thorough and detailed inner ear testing, providing effective positional vertigo treatments and vestibular rehabilitation therapies.

Tinnitus More commonly known as “ringing in the ears,” tinnitus affects millions of Americans. While tinnitus can get in the way of enjoying pleasurable activities, quality sleep, and/or work, it may sometimes signal a medical problem of the ear and should always be evaluated. The Hearing Clinic provides comprehensive tinnitus evaluations, and can prescribe an individual tinnitus treatment plan. The Hearing Clinic was also the first clinic in North Carolina to offer the Neuromonics Tinnitus Treatment, an evidencedbased proven, effective treatment for reducing the negative effects of tinnitus. Other non-medical treatments are available as well.

Hearing Loss The Hearing Clinic offers in-office hearing testing and evaluation that is painless, comfortable and safe. Available hearing aids come in a variety of designs and with a wide range of functions and features to address an individual’s specific needs and lifestyle requirements, ranging from an active lifestyle to a very quiet one.

“We have larger devices that are easier to handle, as well as tiny, invisible, or nearly invisible devices that are concealed within the ear canal,” explains Dr. Miller.

“The Hearing Clinic has options sure to meet your hearing or cosmetic needs as well as your individual budget constraints.”

In addition to offering state-of-the-art digital hearing solutions, The Hearing Clinic conducts live speech mapping (LSM) to validate hearing aid function. By administering diagnostic hearing evaluations and personal communication assessments, the audiologists will determine whether you have a hearing loss as well as its extent, type, and possible cause. The practice also provides communication solutions for phones, televisions, and Bluetooth wireless devices as well as specialty earplugs for music, hunting, and swimming.

In addition, assistive listening devices are available.

The AGXsp is also an exciting and convenient new interactive technology to assist in hearing loss.

“The Hearing Clinic is proud to enable our patients to hear life to the fullest with the new AGXsp, the made for iPhone™ hearing aid.”

According to Dr. Miller, wearers can use this technology to allow the iPhone™ to stream phone calls, music, videos, FaceTime™ calls and Siri™ from the iPhone™ straight to their hearing aids; can set subtle sound adjustments that the iPhone™ can remember for up to 20 different locations; and can use the iPhone™ to find lost or misplaced hearing aids.

Technological innovation in hearing care. Quality, individualized clinical care. The Hearing Clinic is indeed comprehensive and convenient, for patients throughout our community.

“Our audiological care is second to none. We listen, and we find effective solutions. We are committed to excellence in patient care and satisfaction to ensure that our patients have a more positive and better quality of life. Better hearing. Better living. It’s our promise.” 

The Hearing Clinic is located at 328-B North Fayetteville Street in Asheboro (336-629-6574) as well as 532-A North Elam Avenue in Greensboro (336-852-4095), and 801 Lindsay Street in High Point (336-883-2815). For more information, you can also visit the practice’s website at www.TheHearingClinic.com, “Like” THC on Facebook, or call toll free at 1-800-651-8551.

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Community News

NC Artist, Les III featured in 16 year "Future-Retrospective" Reception during Winston-Salem's September Art Walk

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hat is a “future-retrospective”? According to North Carolina visual artist, Les Caison III “it is not time for a retrospective, but with 16 years of over 70 exhibitions, these 34 paintings are fodder for a retrospective in the future. These familiar odds and ends are what the public may enjoy viewing again -- depictions of jazz musicians, romantic couples, and the devil. What Les is referring to is a current solo exhibition titled “One More Again” a selection of his often quirky mixed media paintings spanning over a decade of creative output at Winston-Salem’s Kilpatrick Design Firm.

The reception for the show is scheduled for Friday, September 5th from 6 p.m. -- 9 p.m. as part of downtown Winston-Salem’s First Friday Art Walk. Kilpatrick Design is located at 801 North Trade Street in downtown Winston-Salem. For more information on the reception contact Kilpatrick Design at (336) 760-8642.

Les Caison III is a Greensboro, North Carolina native. He studied visual art at Appalachian State University in Boone. He Les Caison III Head Shot by Juan Villa

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continues to create and exhibit quirky “slice of life” narrative oil paintings peppered with graphite illustration throughout North Carolina. He has over 70 exhibitions under his belt including 20 solo shows. Over the past 16 years his work has been found in numerous commercial art galleries and museums throughout North Carolina including the Hickory Museum of Art, the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art in WinstonSalem, and the Green Hill Museum for NC Art in Greensboro.

Honors include being a current exhibiting member of WinstonSalem’s Delurk Gallery Collective, a 2012 First Prize in Mixed Media at the Moore County Arts Council’s 32nd Annual Juried Exhibition, a 2008 Elsewhere Collaborative Museum ArtistIn-Residence, and a 2003 Asheville Area Arts Council Grant Recipient. His commission clients include area businesses such as Cheesecakes By Alex in Greensboro, and members from the Randolph County Bar Association. He also shares his expertise with the youth including being a featured artist with Artists-InSchools, a 35 year arts program offered through the Guildford County School System.

Les currently serves the Randolph County arts community as the Randolph Arts Guild program director. His studio is located in Asheboro. His new body of artwork will debut as a solo exhibition beginning in December 2014 at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts in Boone.

Follow Les via his blog: LesCaisonIII.blogspot.com.

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Ms. Senior Randolph County Pageant 2014

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unset Theatre was packed with a lively crowd for the 8th annual Ms. Senior Randolph County Pageant on Saturday, August 16. Everyone cheered as Pat Moore of Asheboro was crowned Ms. Senior Randolph County 2014.

First runner-up was Vicki Welch of Sophia who was also chosen as Ms. Congeniality by the other contestants; Cindy Caviness of Asheboro was chosen as second runner-up.

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By Janet Harllee, Director Admissions & Marketing Assisted Livings at Cross Road Retirement Community

The pageant is organized by Randolph County Senior Adults Association as a fundraiser for programs such as Meals on Wheels, Information & Options Counseling, and Our Place Adult Day Care. Other contestants in the pageant were Ruth Thornburg of Randleman, Martha Yarborough of Randleman, Sandy Satterfield of Asheboro, Brenda Alston of Asheboro, and Jo Ann Harris of Asheboro.

Contestants, along with seven former queens

entertained with singing, recitations, and skits. All of these women continue to serve by volunteering and giving community support in various ways.

WKXR radio personality, Larry Reid, emceed Ms. Senior Randolph Pageant, which was directed by Zoe Faircloth.

Cross Road Retirement Community has been a proud sponsor since the pageant started in 2007. I served on the committee to help organize the pageant. It is wonderful how this event brings awareness and recognition to the talents and community service of senior women in Randolph County. ď‚™

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Two Zentangle(R) Drawing Classes with Lisa Skeen

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hat is a Zentangle®? It is a doodle-like drawing created with equal parts concentration and relaxation. Certified Zentangle Teacher, Lisa Skeen will offer two opportunities to enjoy this mindful practice of creativity at the Randolph Arts Guild (R.A.G.), on Saturday September 27th. She will lead a beginning section, Zentangle I from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and an advanced section, Zentangle II from 1 p.m. -- 3 p.m. It is suggested to have taken at least one Zentangle class prior to enrolling in the advanced class. Each class costs $40 for R.A.G. members and $45 for non-members. All materials are provided. Payment and completed registration are required for enrollment.

The enrollment deadline is Saturday, September 20. These classes are designed for high school ages & up and meet at the Randolph Arts Guild located at 123 Sunset Avenue in downtown Asheboro. For more information and to register contact the Randolph Arts Guild at (336) 629-0399.

Zentangle I is an easy to learn method of creating beautiful images from structured patterns. It is a fascinating mindfulness practice and art form that is fun and relaxing. Regular Zentangle practice helps to increase focus and expand creativity while reducing stress. It’s portable, does not rely on technology, there’s no wrong way to do it, and you WILL be successful! ABSOLUTELY NO ART EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. Practicing Zentangle will help you release your inner artist - even if you think you don’t

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have one! In Zentangle I, you’ll learn 8 basic “tangle” (kind of like a drawing pattern) and complete two Zentangle tiles in a fun, relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Basic shading methods will be introduced. The class includes a mini-kit so you can tangle at home.

XZentangle II is a continuation of Zentangle I. Bring your mini-kit -- drawing tiles will be provided. You’ll learn 8 more complex tangles and complete two Zentangle tiles. Additional options for shading and adding color will be introduced, and topics of student interest will be covered, time permitting. Materials for further exploration will be available for purchase separately. Cash and credit accepted on site. NO checks, please.

Lisa Skeen is a Certified Zentangle Teacher®, elementary art educator and working artist who lives in Summerfield, NC. She is a graduate of UNCG and has been an Art Specialist with Guilford County Schools since 2008. Lisa has taught art classes at the Randolph Arts Guild before and we are excited to have her visit with us again. Her art work may also be found in Morings Gift Shop in Asheboro. 

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Ask the Expert-Your Eyes

Cataracts Frequently Asked Questions Carolina Eye Associates, Anna Fakadej, M.D., Cataract Surgeon What is a cataract?

A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens inside your eye. This lens, located behind the iris, works just like the lens of a camera: focusing light images on the retina, which sends images to the brain. The human lens can become so clouded it keeps light and images from reaching the retina.

Cataracts are the leading cause of visual loss in adults 55 and older.

What are the symptoms and signs of cataracts?

A cataract can cause images to become blurred and bright

colors to become dull. It can also make seeing at night more difficult. Vision with cataracts is often described as seeing through an old, cloudy film. Is your vision blurry or foggy? Do colors appear dull or muted? Are your glasses no longer working? Does sunlight or other light seem overly bright or glaring? Do you have decreased night vision or see

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halos around lights? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you may have cataracts.

When is the best time to treat cataracts?

Many people believe cataracts have to be “ripe” before they can be removed. This is no longer true. Today, cataract surgery can be performed as soon as your vision interferes with the quality of your life.

What does cataract surgery entail?

Cataract surgery is an outpatient procedure with little discomfort. First, you will be given an anesthetic to numb the nerves in and/or around the eye. The procedure involves making a tiny incision in the eye. The surgeon then inserts a small instrument into the eye to break up the cloudy lens with ultrasound technology and remove it from the eye. Once the cataract is removed, a new, artificial lens is inserted through the same incision.

What is an IOL? An IOL is what is referred to as an Intraocular Lens. This is the new, artificial lens that replaces the cloudy lens. As an alternative to receiving a standard IOL, today many patients have the option to elect Advanced Technology Lenses to fit their individual lifestyle.

What are the different types of intraocular lenses implanted after cataract surgery?

Accommodative lens- Unlike traditional lenses that focus at only one or two distances, this lens moves fluidly with the natural action of the eye’s muscle. However, as with all cataract surgery, there is no guarantee that patients will not

require glasses or contacts after surgery.

Multifocal lens- This type of lens is also designed to reduce a patient’s reliance on glasses or contacts, though some may still require additional correction after surgery.

Toric lens-Some patients have astigmatism, which simply involves a different shape of the front surface of the eye.

The Toric lens implant can help reduce astigmatism.

Blended vision/Monovision, is a sophisticated eye treatment which rectifies short-sightedness (myopia) in one eye and long-sightedness (hyperopia) in the other eye.

Primarily the treatment is for condition called presbyopia progressive loss of the ability to focus on nearby objects.

How do I decide which lens is best for me?

After a thorough examination of your individual needs, your doctor can help you decide which lens is right for you.

What should one expect after cataract surgery?

You may be prescribed eye drops to prevent against infection, to reduce swelling, and to help your eye heal.

You may need to wear eye shields for a few days following surgery. Most patients see well within a few days of recovery, though your vision may continue to improve for several days or weeks.

Carolina Eye Associates is one of the largest eye care facilities in the southeast. Our practice provides a full range of high quality medical and surgical eye care services. If you would like more information on cataracts or other eye diseases contact 336-629-1451 or visit www.carolinaeye.com. 

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Ask the Expert-Your Feet

Foot Pain Increases Fall & Injury Risks for Seniors

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eniors at risk for falls are more likely to experience serious injuries and even death, an unfortunate consequence of aging. Staying healthy and active can prevent falls and subsequent injuries. Falls have become the number one cause of injury deaths among Americans age 65 and older, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed.

Seniors often begin to lose their sense of balance because of medical conditions of the feet, like osteoarthritis, corns, hammer toes, and bunions , which can all be treated if the condition is caught early enough. Neuropathy, which can cause numbness in the feet, is usually the result of diabetes and can pose a serious risk for seniors.

In addition, gait and balance issues, as well as lower body weakness, can increase your risk of taking a tumble.

Your feet are the foundation of your body and can leave you immobile if foot pain and problems arise.

Seniors are advised to stay as active as possible, stretch regularly and seek the help of a podiatrist if foot pain develops to help keep you on your feet and to maintain your overall sense of well-being. Even a short walk each day can keep circulation moving and increase lower body strength.

Along with better coordination and balance, you’ll be much less likely to experience a fall if you exercise regularly.

Don’t be afraid of foot pain. The only thing worse than ignoring it and not seeking help is losing the ability to do the things you love the most because of it.

To speak to a podiatrist about any foot pain you may be experiencing, contact the podiatrists at the Triad Foot Center at (336) 375-6990 or visit www.triadfoot.com to request an appointment. 

Originally from Buffalo, New York, Dr. Richard Sikora graduated from D’Youville College in Buffalo. He received his medical degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency training at the Central Carolina Residency Program. He has been in private practice since 1990, and is certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery.

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ell it is that time of year again – back to school. If you or someone on your tax return is heading to college or some form of higher education (past high school) study below. The IRS offers several ways to save big bucks on your tax return. There are two credits and one expired deduction for tuition and fees.

American Opportunity Tax Credit Clearly the most used education tax credit. This credit is up to $2,500 for an eligible student. Calculated as 100% of the first $2,000 in education expenses and 25% of the next $2,000 in expenses. Better yet, you may be able to get $1,000 of the credit as a refund if you do not owe any taxes. Some basic requirements for this credit 1) the student must be enrolled at least half-time 2) the student must not have finished the first four years of higher education 3) not claimed this credit for more than four tax years 4) the student must be pursuing a degree or other recognized education credential.

Lifetime Learning Credit With this credit taxpayers can claim a tax credit up to $2,000. Calculated as 20% of the first $10,000 of qualified

education expenses. There are two big differences between the American Opportunity Tax Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit. First, this credit is not limited to the first 4 years. You can take this credit regardless what year of school – graduate school, a second undergraduate degree.

Second, you can take this credit if you go to school for professional degree courses including courses to acquire or improve job skills. So, yes, you can take this course if you are just taking one course to help you at work!

Tuition and Fees for Qualified Higher Education Expenses There are a handful of tax provisions that expired on December 31, 2013. One of those provisions was the ability to deduct tuition and fees on your tax return. This deduction was used by folks who were taking graduate courses or one class and made over $124,000 or if they had a child pursuing their undergraduate and they made over $160,000.

While this deduction is not technically available for 2014, conventional wisdom is that Congress will extend this deduction sometime before the end of the year.

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A few things to keep in mind when taking one of these credits or the tax deduction. You may include only qualified expenses to figure the credit or deduction.

Qualified expenses are things like tuition, fees, other related expenses that are required for enrollment. For the American Opportunity credit only, you can include expenses for books, supplies and equipment. Expenses such as room and board, insurance, transportation do not qualify.

On that note, any amounts received as Pell Grants or scholarships must off-set the qualified expenses. In other words, the government will not let you get your qualified expenses paid by someone else and let you take the credit or deduction. So no double-dipping.

Make sure you have a 1098-T form the education institution. The vast majority of 10980-Ts are posted online on the registrar’s website.

Finally, in order to take a credit or deduction you must claim that person on your tax return. Quite frequently we encounter cases where the parent let the kid file their own tax return and the kid claimed themselves on the return.

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Travel Feet

by Micki Bare

Preparing for the 2014 Memory Walk

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supportive and positive in a way that greatly lifted much of ver the past several months, my Travel Feet have been exploring various venues within 300 the anxiety we first felt.

Since our journey with AD began, my Travel Feet miles of our home. This month, rather than describe another jaunt to here or there, I would have been to various doctor’s offices, outpatient testing like to invite you to join my Travel Feet on a two-mile walk. On Saturday, October 18 at Memorial Park in Asheboro, lots of people will gather for the 2014 Memory Walk for Alzheimer’s Disease or AD. In addition to the walk, there will be a silent auction, food, games and more. My Travel Feet plan to spend the entire day helping to raise money and awareness for AD. There are lots of fundraising associations out there.

People are still dumping buckets of ice water on their head.

So, why are my Travel Feet firmly planted on supporting this particular event? We chose this one because of the recent diagnosis of someone near and dear to my heart.

Once the diagnosis was made, Hubby and I, along with our loved one, made the bold decision to be open and honest with family and close friends about it. Once we did, we learned that many already had experience with a loved one who suffered from AD. Our close friends and family were

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departments of the hospital, our local library and support and informational meetings. They have also been regularly making their way around the neighborhood to provide both exercise and stress relief. The soles of my walking shoes are wearing down and my soul aches as it tries to process lots of new information. There are lots of books and online resources that provide details on what is currently known about AD. In addition, there are many anecdotal accounts of people who walked this path before us. The information can be overwhelming.

Much of the initial information was scary, if not disturbing.

But I kept digging. I kept reading. I discovered there are accounts that, although lead to the same eventual outcome, are positive. AD does not have to mean a future of angst and confusion. It can be viewed and used as another, new way to connect and positively relate to a loved one experiencing the disease. AD affects the brain. As such, it causes disability. By taking on the disability and meeting it with compassion and creativity, we can navigate our journey on a more optimistic path. That is the direction my Travel Feet are preparing to take. The prognosis, while grave, can take years, even decades, to unfold. Therefore, I will continue to work toward broadening my understanding of AD so that we can manage it effectively.

While I am among those who want to participate in the Memory Walk because our family is directly affected by AD, I would like to share some statistics from the Alzheimer’s Association via alz.org to illustrate why our whole community will benefit from raising money and awareness: • Every 67 seconds, someone in the United States develops AD. • More than five million Americans are living with AD. • Almost two-thirds of Americans with AD are women.

• It is estimated that by 2050, 16 million Americans will be living with AD. • While deaths due to breast cancer, prostate cancer, heart disease, stroke and HIV declined between 2000 and 2010, deaths due to Alzheimer’s have risen 68 percent during that same time period.

• In 2014, the costs associated with AD are estimated to be $214 billion.

• There are 150,000 North Carolinians suffering from AD today.

• Currently, there is no cure for AD, but research continues thanks to fundraisers like our 2014 Memory Walk.

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Our family is just one of many who have, are, and will walk along this path with a loved one. Currently, there are many mysteries associated with AD. There is no definitive cause. It begins years before the patient exhibits symptoms. There is no biological marker test that can diagnose AD. There are no treatments that have been found to slow, stop or cure the disease. AD presents itself somewhat differently in each person who suffers from it. As you can imagine, the path is an uncertain, unfamiliar, challenging one. But my shoes are laced up tightly and my Travel Feet are poised to do their best as they navigate this journey.

While AD can be a bit difficult to grasp and manage, raising money for research is something we can grab onto and control.

The feeling of doing something that will result in a better future for AD patients can help quell fears and give us a sense of purpose.

With that in mind, my mom and I created a team for the October event. Our team is Ella’s Gang and we welcome you to join us. Visit http://act.alz. org/goto/EllasGangTeam to register to walk or sponsor our team with a donation. You can also sponsor individual Ella’s Gang team participants. If you are a born leader and really want to get involved, you can create your own team for the event.

We are also looking for donations for the silent auction that will be held in conjunction with the walk at Memorial Park. You are welcome to email me at mickibare@gmail.com for more information about participating or donating items. Or, if you have a story to share about your experience with AD, I would love to hear about that, as well.

Alz.org can also point you in the direction of information and support for caregivers.

For example, we have two support groups in Asheboro. One meets the second Wednesday of the month at 1:00 pm at First Baptist Church on Church Street. Email counselor@crossroad.org for more information. Another meets the third Thursday at 6:30 pm at Randolph Hospital. Email hmilleson@randolphhospital.org for more information.

Someday, there will be an accurate diagnostic test for AD. Someday, there will be treatments for AD. One day, there will be a cure for AD. Every step my Travel Feet take between now and someday will be a step toward seeing the realization of those goals. 

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Ask the Expert- Home Improvement

Handy Tips for Revitalizing Paneled Rooms

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aneling is a low-cost way to cover problem walls.

In the 1960s and 1970s, paneling was very popular.

Sold in large panels, paneling was relatively easy to hang, and quickly became a staple of dens and finished basements.

But few of today’s homeowners are enamored with the look of faux wood paneling. Those who purchase homes that have paneling on the walls often search for ways to transform the look of rooms in which the walls are covered in paneling. While paneling does go up quickly, removing it may not be as simple.

Explore these options for giving paneled walls a new look.

Paint over the paneling The fastest way to breathe new life into a paneled room is to paint over the paneling. The texture of the paneling will show from beneath, giving the room appeal without the dark hue of the wood or veneer panels. Consult with a paint store or home improvement center to determine the most effective way to cover up paneling with paint. Sometimes it is wise to lightly scuff the paneling with a fine-grit sandpaper so that the paint will adhere. Shiny or glossed paneling can be dulled with a de-glossing product. Sometimes a combination of a thick primer and color will grip the paneling and reduce the number of coats needed to cover it. Also, invest in a high-quality, professional-grade paint. It may cost a bit more, but such paint will be well worth it when it glides over the paneling, covering it completely. If you don’t want the grooves showing between the panels, fill them in with spackle and sand down to create a 30 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 48

smooth surface before painting.

Cover the paneling Covering up the paneling is another tactic. Rather than coating the wall in paint, consider a wallpaper liner. Liners are essentially a thick, plain wallpaper that is applied on top of the paneling or used when dealing with damaged walls. In lieu of tearing down the walls and putting up new drywall, the liner will cover imperfections. Many of these products can be painted directly and may not require priming beforehand. This can be great for homeowners whose goal is to cover paneling quickly and easily.

Those who prefer a patterned look on the walls can opt to cover paneling with a printed wallpaper. However, depending on the thickness of the wallpaper, this may be a two-step process. You may need to fill in the creases between the panels first, or first use a thick wallpaper liner to create a seamless surface.

Cut the paneling If you desire a cottage or country look in a room, remove half of the paneling, leaving the bottom portion intact. Then place molding or a chair rail where you made your cut, creating a wainscoting effect. The top portion of the wall can be painted, while the bottom portion can be left as the wood color or painted a complementary color.

Remove the paneling The most labor-intensive way to give a paneled room a new look is to remove the paneling. Pry at a portion of the paneling

in an inconspicuous spot in the room to determine which method was used to install the paneling. Some people only tack it into place with small, finishing nails, while others glue the

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paneling to the wall for a secure installation. Glue will be much more difficult to remove and could further damage the walls and paneling in the process. If the paneling is too difficult to remove, covering or painting it may be a smarter option. Small nails can be removed by pulling at the panels. Spackle holes before painting over the walls.

Paneling was an inexpensive decorating option first popularized 40 years ago. Though less popular now, paneling still shows up in homes and can be remedied with some relatively easy tips. If it all seems a bit overwhelming or you are not willing to fill your weekends with home projects, call the expert - Kenny Seabolt Construction at 336.460.4144. 

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di’lishi, Randolph Hospital Partner to Offer

by Josh Rasmussen Patients Familiar Dessert Randolph Hospital PR Coordinator

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or patients in the hospital, frozen yogurt can bring a warm smile. Thanks to a recent partnership between Asheboro natives di’lishi frozen yogurt and Randolph Hospital, patients may now order the top-quality dessert straight from the in-room menu.

The hospital cafeteria and commons area hospital were stocked with di’lishi frozen yogurt prior to the launch in early July, but now, any of the five flavors available at the hospital, including one, rotating seasonal flavor, can also be ordered directly from patient rooms.

Devin Griffith, Randolph Hospital’s vice president for care continuum and support services, said the partnership and expansion of availability of di’lishi’s frozen yogurt fits Randolph Hospital’s mission, to promote health and wellness, really well.

He added, “By offering di’lishi frozen yogurt, a highquality healthy treat, we can meet the patients’ needs and improve the patient experience while continuing our commitment to promote health and wellness throughout the community.”

The froyo, as it’s termed for short, will be permanently printed in the menu going forward, but was rolled out initially with a special insert dedicated to the dessert and highlighting some of its health benefits. Such benefits include easier digestion by lactose-intolerant people and a high count of live and active cultures, which can make digestion even easier. There is also a no-sugar-added variety, which calls upon sucralose like Splenda, and a sorbet approved for patients restricted to clear-liquid diets.

For Marlo Peddycord Francis, owner of the di’lishi franchise who’s made a point of serving the finest quality frozen yogurt available, said she didn’t really have to do anything to the yogurt to make it hospital-ready.

“That, to me,” she said, “is why it’s such a match made in Heaven.”

The unique partnership began when Francis’ father was admitted to Randolph Hospital and restricted to a clear-liquid diet. Francis wanted to give her father some of her frozen yogurt, but it wasn’t approved. Through a back-and-forth with her father’s physician, they discovered di’lishi’s sorbet

Randolph Hospital patient Debbie McNeill enjoys a fine selection of the five available flavors of di’lishi frozen yogurt now available to patients via the in-room menus.

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was acceptable and thus began a quest to make this frozen yogurt available to all patients in the hospital -- a quest two years in the making.

Now that it’s here and in place, the feedback has been excellent.

“I’ve had a lot of great feedback since the launch,” Francis said. “I did get a message from someone whose parent was a patient and upon seeing it listed in the menu said, ‘Oh my gosh, even in the hospital we can have our di’lishi.’”

Griffith said this collaboration, in so many ways, is one which surrounds the promotion of health and wellness in this community.

“Certainly di’lishi has been providing this product to the community of Asheboro and we serve Asheboro and Randolph County,” he said. “This is a program that we can definitely see replicated in other communities and other hospitals and it’s really nice to know we may be the first hospital in the state -- the first hospital in the area to do something like this.”

Beginning this idea, which Francis also believes has potential to pop up elsewhere, right here in Asheboro was equally important to her.

“This took a genuine stopping and thinking and really having a vision,” she said, “and for it to start here in Asheboro, that means everything.” 

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Community News

Improving Health: Randolph County Dentist Offers a Better Night’s Sleep

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ocal dentist Dr. Henry L. Vruwink is helping Randolph County residents get a more restful night’s sleep. Dr. Henry Vruwink is an American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) member. AADSM is the leading national organization for dentists who treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea with oral appliance therapy, an effective alternative treatment to the standard continue positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine.

“Sleeping with a CPAP machine, which includes a face mask, tubing and a constantly running motor, can be difficult, and many Randolph County residents are unaware that an effective – and comfortable – alternative treatment is available,” said Dr. Vruwink. “I’m committed to using my knowledge of dental sleep medicine to help treat my patient’s snoring and sleep apnea, and provide Randoph County residents with a better night’s rest.”

While CPAP is the standard treatment for sleep apnea, the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine estimates up to 50 percent of sleep apnea patients do not comply with or tolerate CPAP. In contrast to a CPAP machine, oral appliances are a mouth guard-like device worn only during sleep to maintain an open, unobstructed airway. Patients like oral appliance therapy because it is comfortable, easy to wear, quiet, portable, and easy to care for.

“Oral appliance therapy is an effective treatment option that offers a higher rate of patient compliance than CPAP,” said Dr. Vruwink. “I work with my patients, and their sleep physicians, to identify the right oral appliance device, custom fit devices to each patient and make any needed adjustments to ensure an open airway and a more restful 34 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 48

sleep.”

Dr. Vruwink’s practice is located at 150 Scarboro St. Patients with loud snoring and diagnosed sleep apnea sufferers with difficulty tolerating CPAP should contact Dr. Vruwink at (336) 629-3113 to schedule a consultation appointment. Dr. Vruwink works closely with sleep physicians to treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.

About Dr. Henry L. Vruwink Dr. Vruwink is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Since 1972, Dr. Henry Vruwink has been an Asheboro, NC dental practice. We have been providing families with the highest quality in dental care. Our office has all new equipment providing the latest in dental technology.

We have over 40 years of clinical experience that you should benefit from.

Our goal at Henry L. Vruwink DDS PA is to provide you dentistry that will leave you 100% satisfied with your smile. We offer a variety of services to ensure our customers satisfaction.

We provide family dentistry with care and concern. New and out of town patients are always welcome!

About The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) is the only non-profit national professional society dedicated exclusively to the practice of dental sleep medicine.

The AADSM provides educational resources for dentists and promotes the use of oral appliance therapy for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and sleep-disordered breathing.

Established in 1991, the AADSM has nearly 3,000 member dentists worldwide. Visit www.aadsm.org or call the national office at (630) 737-9705 for more information. 

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Community News

Randolph Arts Guild to Host Exhibition by Artist Cat Collier

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uring the month of September The Randolph Arts Guild will feature an exhibition by Cat Collier. The exhibition will be on display at the Randolph Arts Guild’s Sara Smith Self Gallery located at 123 Sunset Ave. in downtown Asheboro from September 2nd - 30th. The show is set to open the evening of Tuesday, Septmber 2nd with a reception from 5:30 - 7:30pm. The reception will be free and open to the public.

Cat Collier is a visual artist that lives and works in Chattanooga, TN. Though she’s never had formal training beyond high school, her evolution as an artist has developed through the last 15 years of making work. She enjoys and embraces the struggles of the creative process, battling both subject matter and materials. Often Cat’s work is a merger of collage and painting, through which the viewer sees the world through her lense, lense that is highly influenced by bright bold colors. This use of color is complemented by her use of line quality, choosing to free hand elements to garner an aesthetic can’t be achieved through tracing or projection.

Collier as prepared a new body of work for this exhibition titled: “Symbol and Code”. She will also be exhibiting a number of her “succulent” pieces. For a preview of her work one can visit her website/blog http://phantomcrimes. blogspot.com.

The exhibition will be on display in the Sara Smith Self Gallery at the Randolph Arts Guild, located at 123 Sunset Ave. Asheboro, NC from September 2nd - 30th.. Admission is free. A Lunch and Learn with this artist is also set for Tuesday, September 30th at noon.

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Breaking Bread at

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rick City Saloon, owned by Karie and Scott King, has teamed up with Tara Hawkins to offer a selection of homemade food that is sure to please your palate. Tara’s mom offered homemade baked goods throughout her childhood, and Breaking Bread at Brick City Saloon is a tribute to her mother.

From the freshly baked breads, to the handmade mozzarella cheese sticks, everything is prepared fresh and to Tara’s exacting standards.

We ventured in on a recent Thursday evening to give it a try and we were pleasantly surprised that the food was a definitely step up from “pub grub.”

We ordered the deep fried mozzarella sticks to start, with

a side of Tara’s mom’s famous sausage balls. Everything was delicious, and you could tell the mozzarella sticks were freshly made.

When the entrees came, we had to restrain ourselves from digging in until we took the photos for this article, it smelled THAT good!

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accompany it. The City Club was served on a homemade bread brushed with rosemary olive oil and the herbed flavor added a nice touch to the sandwich. My hamburger was cooked to perfection, and accompanied by a homemade bun and fixed just the way I ordered it.

Brick City has expanded their evening hours to include dinner on Thursday - Saturday night starting at 5. This Fall, they will also be serving breakfast starting at 1 am for the late night crowd - I hear there will be homemade french toast on the menu!!

If you haven’t been to Brick City yet, you now have a

reason to check it out - some of the best “pub grub” in town at the best live music venue in Asheboro. Karie and Scott have brought some amazing new bands to the local music scene, and they continue to seek out new bands to expand the offering. On Friday nights, they have a great DJ who plays the music that you want to hear.

Also in honor of football season, they will be open on Sundays to watch your favorite teams go head to head while you enjoy great food and beverages with no clean up!

Plan your next evening out to dinner with a group of friends and come down to check out Breaking Bread at Brick City Saloon. You will be glad you did. 

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RCC Students Gain Real Life Experience at Petty’s Garage

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ive Randolph Community College students participated in a unique job-shadowing experience recently thanks to a new agreement between RCC and Petty’s Garage, Richard Petty’s high performance speed shop in Level Cross. Three Automotive Systems Technology students and two Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology students spent a week working alongside the technicians at Petty’s Garage. RCC has been affiliated with the Richard Petty brand since its state-of-the-art automotive training center was named the Richard Petty Education Center when it opened in 2009.

“RCC is delighted to extend our partnership with Richard Petty and his organization,” said RCC President Robert S. Shackleford Jr. “What an exciting opportunity to have students in RCC’s Richard Petty Education Center participate in an internship at Petty’s Garage in Level Cross.

I am extremely pleased with this relationship.”

The students involved were Jacob Garner of Robbins, Jacob Brown of Ramseur, Jake Flinchum of Seagrove, Justin Lackey of Trinity, and Israel Velazquez of Asheboro. RCC instructors said the participating students were chosen based on their interest, availability, and grade point average.

“The Petty’s Garage and RCC student intern agreement will provide a great opportunity for select students to experience some of the lesser common branches of Collision Repair and Automotive skills such as body modifications as well as true restorations and, of course, increased performance,” said Danny Moore, department head for Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology. “The students will also be awakened to the need to absorb all the information and hands-on practices offered in the Collision Repair and Automotive programs while attending RCC.”

Former NASCAR Champion driver Richard Petty (center) poses for a photo op with the students and instructors from Randolph Community College during the students’ internship week at Petty’s Garage. From left to right are Don Ashley, department head for RCC’s Automotive Systems Technology program; students Jacob Garner, Jacob Brown and Jake Flinchum; Danny Moore, department head for the Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology program; Petty; student Israel Velazquez; Automotive instructor Patrick Pardee; student Justin Lackey; and Collision Repair instructor Willie Brewer.

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RCC Automotive Systems Technology students Jake Flinchum (left) of Seagrove and Jacob Garner (right) of Robbins help Petty’s Garage technician Doug Murph work on a car in the automotive shop, which specializes in all high performance upgrades including superchargers, custom projects, and restorations.

Don Ashley, department head for Automotive Systems Technology, agreed. “This agreement provides students real world experience in a working shop environment where they can further develop their employability skills; and also gives those students an opportunity to build on the instruction they have received while in our program(s). I believe this will be a great experience for our students!”

Greg Steadman, shop foreman at Petty’s Garage, said the students work on whatever current jobs are in the shop at the time of the internship. “We get to see the different talent come through the program, and the students benefit from it because all shops offer a different experience,” he said. In addition, Petty’s Garage will accept resumes from RCC students for job openings that come available during the terms of the agreement. Petty’s Garage already employs one RCC graduate, Robert Smith, who graduated in 2012 with an associate degree in Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology and a diploma in Autobody Repair. Smith is also an instructor for RCC’s Continuing Education autobody classes.

Randolph Community College’s Automotive Systems Technology program is designed to meet the need for preparing highly trained technicians to service and repair automobiles and light trucks with highly technical electrical,

electronics, and emission control systems.

The Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology curriculum prepares individuals to become qualified technicians who possess the diverse skills required to perform quality repairs and proper refinishing techniques on automobile bodies and to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems.

Enrollment in these programs has dramatically increased since the opening of the Richard Petty Education Center in 2009. This modern, 20,000-square-foot facility includes spacious automotive bays surrounded by the latest technology and equipment. Dedicated classrooms are equipped with electronic data projectors and Smart Boards, and a computer lab contains 20 computers with industryspecific software and wireless capabilities. The lobby of the center highlights its namesake with racing photographs and memorabilia, a Richard Petty history wall with the King’s signature, and a custom-designed couch made from a competition 80’s stock car. Above all, the facility provides a modern, comfortable, and safe learning environment.

For more information on RCC’s automotive programs, go to www.randolph.edu. Learn more about Petty’s Garage at www.pettys-garage.com.  AsheboroMagazine.com | 41

Randolph Community College Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology students (left to right) Justin Lackey of Trinity and Israel Velazquez of Asheboro, show their work at Petty’s Garage to RCC instructor Willie Brewer.

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Daily Devotions

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Who are you?

ho are you? Are you your age or your work? Are you your skin color or ethnicity? Are you a mother, father, childless, single or divorced? Do you struggle with disabilities? Are you defined by where you live or the clothes you wear? Are you a hard worker or hardly working? How do you see yourself? How do define yourself? Who are you? Do you like yourself? Do you love yourself?

The Teacher said, “Love God with all your heart ... and love your neighbor as yourself...” Do you love yourself?

Let me tell you a truth about yourself, believe me or not - you are a child of God, created in God’s image of Love, connected to God, and alive because of God. God loves you as you are; and this is who you are - one who is loved by God.

Some people discover this simple truth when in a hospital bed. When self-definition has been removed, when you are lying in the indignity of your Johnny*, when the hospital staff cannot tell if you are a janitor or a senator, when all that is left is your illness, your body, your health, revelation is near. When you are hovering on the edge of death, it is then that you may discover that who you believe you are is not who you are at all. It is then that you may discover who you truly are - who you have always been - a child God. Let’s Pray: Dear God, bless us with the truth about ourselves. Amen.

Here’s a Question: When all is stripped away, who are you?

Source: Mark 12:30-31 NIV “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’ 31 The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no commandment greater than these.” 

Reverend Peter Baldwin Panagore of DailyDevotions.org, is a native of Massachusetts, graduated with a Masters of Divinity degree in Divinity from Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut and with a B.A. in English from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. St. John’s High School of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, an Xaverian Brothers sponsored school, provided him with his preparatory school education. In 2003, he was recruited to apply for the position of Pastor of the First Radio Parish Church of America (DailyDevotions.org). FRPCA is America’s oldest continuous religious broadcast, founded 1926, and now reaching 1.5 million listeners, viewers and readers a week on T V, radio and internet, including American Forces Radio Network.

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class that meets on Tuesday, September 16 and Thursday, September 18 from 6 p.m. -- 8 p.m.

All the materials to create your very own pixie door are included in this workshop. This event is designed for ages 18 and up.

The workshop fee is $25 for R.A.G. members, $30 for non-members and meets at the Randolph Arts Guild located at 123 Sunset Avenue in downtown Asheboro. Payment and completed registration are required for enrollment. The enrollment deadline is Thursday, September 11.

For more information and to register for this workshop contact the Randolph Arts Guild at (336) 629-0399.

Julian has a long history working in arts and crafts. Beginning at a young age he helped his mother market her creations at the Asheboro Fall Festival and other various art venues. He currently has a shop and studio in downtown Asheboro which showcases many of his creative pursuits including jewelry design, custom furniture painting and home decor. He is continually looking for new ways to express his creative talent.  48 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 48

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At the YMCA

by Joe Taureck Community Development Director

Randolph-Asheboro YMCA 6th Annual Fall Volleyball Classic

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or the last five years, The Randolph-Asheboro YMCA has hosted a high school volleyball tournament, called the Fall Volleyball Classic, at the end of August. These tournaments were held at the YMCA and Southwestern Randolph high School. Each tournament consisted of six to twelve varsity and six to twelve junior varsity teams. On August 23, 2014 the 6th annual Randolph-Asheboro YMCA Fall Volleyball Classic was held at the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA. Each year, we look to improve on what we have done the previous year. This tournament was started with a simple idea: help those in need. Each year we try to raise funds for our youth scholarship program. We strive to make this the best possible tournament for the girls involved. Each team brings a large following, and it is common to see players associating with each other in the halls or lobby, as the tournament is a daylong event. Some of these girls know each other and are from neighboring schools, while others will not play against each other for the rest of the season after our tournament.

Schools are not charged an entry fee to participate in the tournament. The tournament is solely dependent upon gate receipts to cover expenses, as all net proceeds go to support the YMCA Scholarship Fund. These funds enable the YMCA to allow anyone to be a member regardless of their ability to pay.

Patrick O’Hara, Executive Director of the RandolphAsheboro YMCA, and Joseph Taureck, the Youth and Adult Sports Director, served as Tournament Directors.

The idea behind this tournament, as well as the format and structure of it, were taken directly from the Bank of the Carolinas JV Holiday Classic, which itself is another fundraiser that the YMCA hosts every year. While smaller in size, the concept is the same and we strive to have the same impact on the schools involved, our community, and those who need our help. This tournament helps us fulfill our goal of never turning anyone away at our doors because of 52 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 48

financial hardship.

We appreciate each team’s participation and hope that the players, coaches, and fans enjoyed the tournament.

We try our best to host a quality product that benefits all involved. This year’s tournament consisted of seven schools - Asheboro High School (Varsity & JV), Bishop McGuiness Catholic High School (Varsity & JV), Eastern Randolph High School (Varsity & JV), North Davidson High School (JV), Southwestern Randolph High School (Varsity & JV), Trinity High School (Varsity & JV),Uwharrie Charter Academy (Varsity) – overall, approximately 400 attendees at the tournament including coaches and guests. 

2014 Fall Volleyball Classic Tournament Results: Varsity: 1st Place – Asheboro High School 2nd Place – Trinity 3rd Place – Southwest Randolph

JV: 1st Place – Asheboro 2nd Place – Southwestern Randolph 3rd Place – North Davidson

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The Wine Cellar

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2012 Steele Pinot Blanc

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by Micki Bare

n the South, the summer might be winding down and the children might have returned to school, but the weather still calls for something cool and refreshing. There are still a few pool, lake, and ocean days left, even if they must now fall on the weekend. The 2012 Steele Pinot Blanc is a crisp, refreshing white best served chilled on a nice warm day.

While this white is aged in oak barrels, those who are not fans of oaky whites still need to give it try. It is not the oak that pushes through as you are floating in the pool with a plastic, insulated wine goblet sunk into your floating chair cup holder. It is the fresh tastes of melon and apple that grab your palate. Incidentally, the insulated wine goblet is a must for chilled wines. Today, there are lots of brands and designs from which to choose. Hubby and I picked up two at a winery while at a tasting with family at the beginning of the summer. Mine has gotten more use than any other cup in the house despite it requiring hand washing.

An insulated wine cup is a good investment even if you do not spend a lot of time in the water. You are sure to enjoy the refreshing taste of this California vintage sitting under an umbrella in a lounge chair while finishing that last summer novel assigned by your book club. The light, refreshing taste lends itself to sipping as you work your way through those relaxing summer page-turners.

With school back in session and vacation days used up, I certainly understand leisure time is not as prevalent.

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Therefore, I thought it prudent to try the Pinot Blanc on my front porch. At the end of a balmy, late August or early September day, this chilled wine is wonderful for sipping while unwinding. It is light enough to enjoy as an aperitif. It is also fruity enough, while not being overly sweet, to enjoy after dinner. For those searching for a bottle to share with a friend on a Friday evening after a long week, the Steele Pinot Blanc is a wonderful choice. Serving fresh fruit, cheese, and nuts with this wine would only make porch time that much more enjoyable.

Classically, white wines pair well with seafood and lighter fare. However, the tomatoes, peppers, garlic, onions, basil, and other freshly picked produce from our Goat Lady Community Supported Agriculture box put Hubby and I in the mood for homemade pizza. You would assume pizza to be too heavy a meal for a delicate Pinot Blanc. However, we were pleasantly surprised. Maybe it was the fresh vegetables that complimented the green apple notes. Maybe the oak made this wine just dry enough to connect with tomato sauce, olive oil, and crisp pizza crust. Try it with sautĂŠed shellfish if you must. But know that you can also pour a glass during an indulgent family pizza and movie night.

This vintage hails from Santa Barbara County, California, with grapes sourced from Bien Nacido Vineyard outside of Santa Maria. The grapevines grow adjacent to fields of strawberries in sandy loam over a layer of ancient seabed.

The Steele winery uses a minimalist style for their winemaking, using standard, non-GMO yeasts and natural fermentations. They also avoid extra additives and enzymes. The grapes for the 2012 Pinot Blanc were harvested on October 13, 2012 from 15-year-old vines. The wine was barrel fermented and aged in French oak for four months.

The 2012 Steele Pinot Blanc was among the Lumina Wine and Beer Luminary Wine Club selections for August 2014, which also included 2011 Kunde Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Eberle Full Boar Red, and 2013 Crios de Susana Balbo Torrontes. ď‚™

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Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Coat a sheet of plastic wrap with cooking spray and place it, sprayedside down, over the dough. Let the dough rest for 10 to 20 minutes before rolling.

INGREDIENTS 1 pound prepared whole-wheat pizza dough 1/2 cup prepared pesto 4 ripe plum tomatoes, thinly sliced 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Freshly ground pepper, to taste 1/4 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, torn PREPARATION Heat grill to medium-high.

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Celebrating 4 Years

by Dave Johnson

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nother year has passed. It seems like just yesterday that I wrote an article similar to this celebrating the completion of 36 published magazines and 3 years in business. Now here it is, a year later and this is our 48th issue of Asheboro Magazine. I am certain there are people out there that didn’t think we’d make it this far. Heck, I had doubts myself. When we first started publishing, we were the only gig in town. Sixteen months later Asheboro got its second magazine, Thrive, published by the Courier-Tribune.

Shortly after that, a coupon magazine entered the market place. Despite the competition, we have continued to grow year after year and it has very little to do with my business acumen and everything to do with the loyalty of our clients and readers. I say it every year and I am going to say it 58 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 48

again – Thank You! Between year three and year four, we began publishing Burlington Magazine. While it hasn’t gained the popularity that Asheboro Magazine has, it is growing nicely and we see continued growth there for the foreseeable future. Archdale & Trinity Magazine is about to celebrate its second birthday.

While it has held its own, it hasn’t grown in the manner we hoped. In the upcoming months we are going to change the focus of that magazine and retitle it Greater High Point Magazine and increase the distribution substantially. We will continue to distribute it in Archdale & Trinity, but the focus will become the Greater High Point Area. If you are a current advertiser in Archdale & Trinity Magazine, your ad will be seen by 10 times as many readers.

The next obvious question is what is coming in year

four. We have been bouncing around several ideas having learned from a few mistakes we made last year. The first thing we are going to do is explore an International opportunity. By the time you read this or shortly thereafter, I will be on my way to Cuenca, Ecuador to explore the opportunity of publishing a Positive Community Magazine for the English-speaking population there. Cuenca is Ecuador’s third largest city and has a population of about 500,000. It is a very popular ex-patriot and retirement destination due to the very low cost of living. Because of that, the current Englishspeaking population of 5,000 is expected to double in the next 4-6 years as disenfranchised baby-boomers look for a more economical way to spend their golden years.

Obviously, this growth creates a tremendous amount of opportunity and we hope to capitalize on it.

We are still searching for the right internet component to add to Asheboro Magazine. As I write this, we are in the process of redesigning our website. We’d like to continue to add value to our advertisers and readers by finding a unique Internet application that enhances our printed product. One of the things we are going to do in the upcoming year is change our electronic page-turning technology. Shortly, our advertisers are going to be able to add video, audio and other interactive elements to their online advertisement. We are going to start using the electronic version of the magazine to add articles and other content that won’t be available in the printed version. We have always been ahead of the curve concerning technology in our industry and we want to stay ahead of it. That said, we don’t want to do what everyone else is doing; we want to continue to be trendsetters.

As for domestic growth, we are looking at a few other markets. We had a few false starts last year and two magazines that we wanted to launch did not gain traction.

We attribute this to not having the right people in the right place and trying to grow too fast. We took a step back, evaluated our goals and decided to make our current magazines stronger before launching anything new. Now that the magazines are on terra firma, we see big things happening in year five.

With the magazines, we will also continue forward with our Annual Wedding and Prom Show. Last year was our third and most successful year of the show. We held it at the beautiful new event center, The Cetwick. It is a gorgeous space that is perfect for any event. We will also be publishing the event magazine for the Pigs & Pedals event this year. We published it this year and, along with the event, it was a tremendous success.

Thank you to everyone that participated.

Goals are important to any endeavor. Writing ours for everyone to see is a little scary and cathartic at the same time.

Often times, as a business owner, when you are mired in the day-to-day minutia, you forget about the things you have accomplished and the amount that you have grown. While year three seemed to have more than its fair share of disappointments for us, we have far more to celebrate and all in all, year three was very good.

Again, I want to extend a heart-felt thank you to all of our loyal advertisers, without whom this magazine would not exist. I also want to thank our readers, especially those who go out of their way to comment about what a great job we are doing. Sherry and I put this magazine together each month with a small fraction of the resources and people that most magazines have. Last and certainly not least, I want to thank all the people that have contributed to our magazines in the form of articles or photography – without our freelancers, we would not be able to provide you with quality content each month.

Here’s to the next twelve months! 

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