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A Special Letter from the Caldwell House Dear Caldwell House Supporter, I want to thank you so much for your continued support of the Caldwell House. As Board Secretary, I spend much time at the house, helping out with both Board responsibilities, and general house functioning. Today is Election Day for the country, and with all the excitement, anger, worry, and stress floating about, I was privileged to experience a most wonderful happening here at the house, which I would like to share with you as a token or our gratitude for your support. A stranger came into the office wanting a “room”. After some confusion, he finally stated he was homeless. I let him know that we were a half way house for addicts and alcoholics, but there was a homeless shelter in Lenoir where he could go for assistance. As I was waiting to get the name and number of the shelter, Bob Laws, our director, was finishing a phone call, and then began to talk with this gentleman. Bob was able to discuss addiction issues, vocational problems, family concerns and financial worries, offering solutions (treatment, VR, shelter, etc.) with kindness and concern. The man did not seem interested in treatment, so Bob backed off adding, “if that is ever a possibility, just go to the local clinic, and they can help you find treatment, and then you can come here afterwards.” He gave him names and addresses of facilities that could help, and included his personal phone number to call if he still needed help. The man thanked Bob, and left. Those are the facts of the situation as it happened. I wish I could describe the atmosphere in this connection between Bob and this man. I wish I could describe the love shared in those twenty minutes. To see this man unfolded his story ever so gently in this loving interchange was an amazing experience. He became a human being, standing at least two inches taller than when he arrived. Bob was not helping; that would mean reaching down to help this man up. Bob was serving; reaching out laterally, “connecting” in a loving exchange between two human beings. It is this kind of service that fills the environment, and fulfills the purpose of the Caldwell House. We who work or spend time here try to emulate that kind of service in the many interchanges that come into the house. Continued on page 3...
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A Special Letter from the Caldwell House These interchanges happen regularly. Sometimes they happen in person, sometimes by phone. It may be a homeless man seeking shelter, an alcoholic or addict wanting to stop using, an exresident wanting back in after a relapse, a family member looking for a grasp on sanity, a local doctor wanting his patient to get better, another community agency having a question about addiction. In this present election environment filled with blame and criticism, it is so amazing to experience the love between human beings. It is this love that heals, and becomes the groundwork for recovery. We wish all of you this love in your own lives, along with the strength to give and receive this love as you need. If possible, please support us in our endeavors to give, and also receive your love of service. Sincerely, The Caldwell House Board of Directors The Caldwell House...Our m ission is to pr ovide a safe and healthy environment for alcoholics/ addicts as they recover and re-enter society. About Us...Caldw ell Ho u se is a pr ivate, 501(c) (3) non-profit facility. The Caldwell House provides structure, responsibility and accountability which are key to a person's recovery. The House accepts only those persons who have completed at least 4 weeks of in-patient substance abuse treatment. The residents are adult males only. Residents accepted to the Caldwell House are able to benefit from its therapeutic program as they learn how to re-enter society in a safe and healthy environment. Intake procedures include, reviewing assessments (which helps identifies maladapted behavior or the presence of other conditions, which may cause susceptibility to abuse by self or others) and going over treatment and aftercare plans to determine if the resident meets program admission criteria. Individuals who do not meet certain admission criteria may not be accepted to the House. An average stay at Caldwell House is between 8 and 12 months. The House requires at least a 4 month commitment from residents and active involvement in the implementation of aftercare plans and employment. For more information about the Caldwell House or if you have any questions regarding drug and alcohol addiction, please call and we will be happy to answer your questions. www.thecaldwellhouse.com 828-754-5148
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Best Guacamole Ever 4 ripe, Avocados, seeded and peeled 3 limes, juice only 2 medium tomatoes, chopped 1 medium white onion, chopped fine 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. salt 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1/8 tsp. cumin 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper As needed Pinch sugar 1 serrano chile, chopped fine 1 bunch cilantro, chopped Go to page 13 for an article about Avocados
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Granite Falls Garden Club “Yard of the Month” GRANITE FALLS, NC (November 3, 2016)...The Granite Falls Garden Club presented the Yard Of The Month for October and November to the home of Bill and Louise Hamilton on Lakeside Ave. Granite Falls. The Hamilton's Garden features a Memorial Garden that started in May of 2011. Louise's initial thought of her Garden was to be in memory of her Mom and Dad, then she realized there were many others that they had lost and loved including the four legged as well. They have had many pets throughout our near 40 years of living in their home (which were like family too). It has taken time (and retirement) to have it blossom as it has this year. The Hamilton's have three types of grasses and 18 butterfly bushes that have attracted many species of butterflies and is helpful to the bees as well. The 30 mums around the yard that have been placed recently have added a splash of color throughout. Bill and Louise are considering applying to be a "Bird sanctuary." They have four bird baths, numerous feeders of variety, and bird houses throughout the yard.
Senator Ballard thanks constituents RALEIGH, NC (November 8m, 2016)…"I would like to thank all of the constituents who supported, voted and re-elected me to serve as the 45th District's State Senator in our beautiful state of North Carolina. Traveling more than 15,000 miles in the past six months across the district has taught me more than I could have imagined about our district's distinct qualities and values -- its legs stand on a strong sense of community, family, hard work, and responsibility. I am honored to represent these constituents and am committed to serving Ashe, Alleghany, Avery, Caldwell and Watauga counties with a genuine spirit and strong voice in Raleigh for the months and years to come."
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Caldwell County Fire Marshal’s Office expands burning ban LENOIR, NC (November 9, 2016)…The Caldwell County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued an expansion of the burning ban issued by the North Carolina Fire Service yesterday. Yesterday, due to the dry weather, high winds and low humidity, the NC Forest Service cancelled all burning permits and issued a burning ban in 25 counties in the western part of North Carolina including Caldwell County. The ban includes all outdoor burning, excluding cooking fires, beginning 100 feet from an occupied dwelling outward. The Caldwell County Fire Marshal’s Office today expanded that ban to inside that 100 foot boundary surrounding an occupied dwelling. The Fire Marshal’s Office ban also excludes cooking fires in an outdoor grill or a smoker. There is a civil penalty of a $100 fine. “The purpose of expanding the ban in closer to dwellings is to eliminate any outdoor burning not covered by NC Forest Service Ban,” says Jason Potter, Caldwell County Deputy Fire Marshal. “Our primary concern is not issuing citations, but educating citizens of the current dangers of the drought. We realize that leaves are falling and a lot of folks are wanting to clean up around their homes. Many of them want to burn the leaves and debris. We need everyone to understand, that we are in dire conditions right now. We have nearly a dozen fires burning right now across the western part of the state. Until conditions improve and we receive some steady rain, it is simply too much of a fire risk to do any outdoor burning, at all.” State and local officials are especially concerned about taxing resources that fight fire right now with the drought and the fires currently burning. They are pleading with citizens to head the burning bans until weather conditions improve and the bans are lifted.
Burning ban press release issued by the state of North Carolina on page 24...
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The Soldier We Never Knew…By Daniel B. Rundquist Special to the Caldwell Journal…Up until recently, Americans traditionally celebrated our national heritage all across the country in unity. Today, it is becoming more and more commonplace for some folks to disrespect our flag “in protest” of some this-or-that issue either real or imagined. We have been through this before. Recall that our returning soldiers from the Vietnam War were not hailed as heroes, but were instead often mistreated by the media, spit on by the public, and ignored by the same government that sent them into harm’s way— while some citizens burned flags in protest. It is the responsibility of those of us who are a bit more seasoned to help educate our younger Americans in the ways of responsible citizenship. Part of this education has to include an understanding of why we respect our servicemen and the flag that represents our nation. Yes, we have Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day, but to someone under the age of 30 they might well mistake these markers for mere retail sales events if we didn’t tell them otherwise. One of the most illustrative examples I often share with young folks today about our servicemen is the story of the soldier we never knew and so it is for their benefit that I repeat it here. In the campaign of 1776, Private Joseph Plumb Martin awoke one cool morning to rise from the shallow ditch which he’d dug to sleep in, with water that had collected in the night now up to his shoes. Soaking wet, he was worried that he and many in his unit would take sick, and he was right to be concerned, as he and others did indeed become ill. But it would not be the last time Private Martin would suffer while serving under General Washington. Martin had enlisted at the age of just 16, leaving his grandparent’s home in New England to fight for the cause of Independence. He wanted to become a soldier in spite of the objections of his family. Like many revolutionary recruits, Martin discovered that the reality of serving is not nearly as romantic as the notion of serving. In his journal, Martin was not exaggerating when he wrote about his condition at the engagement against the British in the campaign in 1777, “…I endured hardships sufficient to kill half a dozen horses…In the cold month of November, without provisions, without clothing, not a scrap of either shoes or stockings to my feet or legs, and in this condition to endure a siege in such a place…was appalling to the highest degree.” Martin was one of the unfortunates who had to camp for the winter in Valley Forge during his service. The soldiers stationed there were faced with evolving terrible choices as the days grew colder. There was very little and often no food to be had. Clothing was in very short supply and so the men had to decide –they could stay and face death from exposure, disease, or starvation—or try to leave for home where there was food but face execution for desertion if caught. “We marched from Valentine’s hill for the White Plains, in the night…We had our cooking utensils, (at that time the most useless things in the army.) to carry in our hands. They were made of cast iron and consequently heavy. I was beat out before morning, with hunger and fatigue that I could hardly move one foot before the other. I told my messmates that I could not carry our kettle any further; they said they would not carry it any further; of what use was it? They had nothing to cook…” Continued on page 7...
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The Soldier We Never Knew…By Daniel B. Rundquist Continued from page 6...
In the course of his narrative, Martin refers to hunger and starvation more often than any other affliction he and his fellow soldiers suffered. Over time, Americans have greatly improved the quality and quantity of provisions and equipment for those in service in our armed forces; although it is right to argue that we still have much room for improvement. Soldiers today generally do not suffer as Martin did, but they do still suffer. Aside from the obvious risk to life and limb for the soldiers in forward positions facing the enemy, many more servicemen are often separated from their families for extended periods of time and by great distances. A soldier gives up much of his productive life to military service— it’s hard to get rich on a soldier’s pay, and yet it is a life of service that they choose. We call that sacrifice and dedication. Over the course of his service to our young nation, Joseph Plumb Martin would suffer from hardship, nakedness, exposure, hunger, poverty, food poisoning, colds, sleep deprivation, fatigue, small pox, dysentery, boils, and a broken ankle which he “hopped on” for five miles before being set, and again reset a day later without anesthesia. All of this had occurred in only the first two years of his enlistment. Most men having suffered this way might conclude that they had made a serious error in their career choice. But not Martin, incredibly, he continued to serve his new country, reenlisting to the end of the war—and suffering and starving for the duration. He never even received his full salary for his service.
But Martin also suffered psychologically, and not just from taking enemy fire in combat. When he enlisted the United States was joined under the Articles of Confederation. By the time the war ended, he realized that the government he had enlisted under didn’t even exist anymore— having been scrapped and replaced with a new federalized government. The government’s mistreatment of its military did not sit well with Martin as he later reflected. “Had I been paid as I was promised to be at my engaging in the service, I needed not to have suffered as I did, nor would I have done it; there was enough in the country, and money would have procured it if I had had it. It is provoking to think of it. The country was rigorous in exacting my compliance to my engagements to a punctilio, but equally careless in performing her contracts with me; and why so? One reason was, because she had all the power in her own hands, and I had none. Such things ought not be.” I believe it is a disservice for Veteran’s Day to fall on a day in November, both for our youth to understand and the veterans who deserve recognition. In reality, every day is Veteran’s Day. The 4th of July is Veteran’s Day, Election Day is Veteran’s Day, Flag Day, Constitution Day— yes, all the same Veteran’s Day in my way of thinking. Our Founders may have declared our independence, our Statesmen framed the Republic, our politicians run the government, but everything America has today is because our armed forces secured it. I am in the habit of thanking every veteran I see in my travels, all the time, and it’s not enough. It is so important for these fine individuals (and their families if they happen to be with them) to understand that the citizens of the United States remember, appreciate, and support them— that is OUR duty to them, and to so many others before them who suffered as Martin did, and gave their lives; a debt we can never hope to repay.
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The Banner Elk Chamber of Commerce Announces "A Small Town Christmas" Festival December 2 & 3 BANNER ELK, NC (November 4, 20160...Start the Christmas Season off by visiting Banner Elk's Small Town Christmas. Enjoy the hospitality of a small town that is Big on Christmas Spirit! On Friday evening at 6pm, visitors will enjoy caroling while watching the Christmas tree lighting ceremony and a symbolic Menorah lighting. After the ceremony, see a free movie, Elf starring Will Ferrell. The movie will be shown inside the Historic Banner Elk School gymnasium, bring a chair or blanket to sit. Saturday's daytime activities include a 5K Reindeer Run with the Williams YMCA, Breakfast with Santa at Dunn's Deli, Free pet treats at My Best Friends Barkery, Cookie Decorating at Banner Elk Café, Ornament decorating at the Bayou, A candy cane hunt in Tate Evans Park, Christmas at Apple Hill Farm, and Read a book with Santa at the BE Book Exchange.
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Dr. Herb Says….Stay healthy with nature The Unbeatable Beet
Beet or beetroots has a bulbous, dark red root that may be eaten as a vegetable in a variety of ways. Beetroots are rich in essential vitamins and minerals, making them an excellent addition to your diet. Although commonly a beautiful reddish-purple hue, beets also come in varieties that feature white, yellow, orange, striped and even rainbow colored roots. Beets pack a number of health benefits: * “Beets contain zero trans fat and zero saturated fat. They are also low calorie. * Beets are high in carbohydrates, which means they are a great instant energy source. They can be regarded as body fuel. * Beets contain folic acid, which is necessary for the production and maintenance of new cells. This is especially important for pregnant women or anyone undergoing physical healing. * Studies have shown that betacyanin, the pigment that gives beets their red color, helps inhibit the formation of cancer-causing compounds and is protective against colon and stomach cancer. Beets have been used to help get rid of tumors and to aid in supporting people with blood diseases and leukemia. * Medical studies have also shown that including beets in a diet helps protect the body against heart disease. * Beets have been shown to help cleanse the blood, cleanse the colon and strengthen the gallbladder and liver. * Some people have used beets to treat and cure boils, abscesses and even acne. * Beets are one of the best sources of lutein and zeaxanthin, highly beneficial for eye health. * Beets also contain betaine, which enhances serotonin production in the brain. * Beets are an excellent source of fiber and magnesium, which helps make and maintain RNA and DNA cells and prevent anemia. * Beets contain sodium, magnesium, calcium, iron and phosphorous. They are considered a fiber food and contain vitamins A and C as well as niacin. * Beets also contain potassium, which is necessary for building muscle and regulating the heart’s electrical activity, and manganese, which helps maintain muscle and nerve function, build bone strength, regulate blood sugar levels, and promote a healthy immune system.” www.healing.org/only-23.ht Beets may be enjoyed in several ways: grate them raw over salads; steam; roast in the oven, cut in chunks and top a tossed salad, adding a favorite dressing; juice raw with other vegetable for a healthy drink or use diced or grated in soups. Borscht, a very popular vegetable soup made of beets is a delicious favorite in Poland, Russia, Germany and other European menus.
Borscht Recipe 4 beets, whole 4 russet potatoes, diced 1 onion, chopped 1 green pepper, diced 2 carrots, grated 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 T olive oil 1 – 6 0z can tomato paste 1 t. raw agave or sweetener of choice ¼ head red cabbage; ¼ head white cabbage, shredded 1 – 2T lemon juice, or to taste Salt, to taste Fresh parsley Healthy homemade sour cream Sun 7 to 6 M-T 7 to 6
Boil beets until crisp tender. Remove from water; peel and set aside. Cook potatoes in beet water for about 10 minutes. Sautee onion, bell pepper, carrots, and garlic in olive oil until tender, add tomato paste; cook 2 minutes. Combine mixture into beet water. Add grated beets, cabbage, sweetener, salt and lemon juice. Gently simmer 40 – 50 minutes for flavors to enhance. Garnish with parsley and sour cream.
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Dr. Herb Says….stay healthy with nature The Broccoli Benefit
Broccoli, meaning “cabbage sprout” in Italian, has been growing wild in the Mediterranean regions for hundreds of years. It was first commercially grown in the United States in the 1920s and has been gaining respect ever since as one of the most nutritious foods you can eat. Do you know why broccoli is so good for you? The answer lies in its vibrant green color. That color comes from potentially cancer-fighting phytochemicals, called glucosinolates, sulphorophane, annins, terpenes, and folic acid. Although many factors affect the development of cancer, heart disease, and high blood pressure, eating a diet low in fat and sodium and rich in fruits and vegetables, including broccoli, may reduce the risk of these diseases. Plus, it tastes good! Fresh, crisp broccoli adds a dash of flavor to many dishes and salads- and is even great eaten on its own as a snack. Health Benefits Broccoli is low in calories, high in vitamin C, and a good source of both foate and vitamin A. Broccoli also contains phytochemicals that may help protect eyesight and prevent cancer. Fun Fact The name broccoli comes from the Latin word brachium, which means branch, or arm. Broccoli was first grown in the Italian province of Calabria and was given the name Calabrese. Broccoli consumption has increased over 940 percent over the last 25 years! Selection Tips Good-quality broccoli should have fresh-looking, light-green stalks of consistent thickness. The bud clusters should be compact and dark green, and may have some purple tinge. Storage Store your broccoli in a plastic bag in your refrigerator’s crisp drawer. www.thefreshr.com/broccoli.asp Broccoli Salad Chop 2 cups broccoli florets and put into bowl. Blend and pour over broccoli and stir: ½ to ¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ c olive oil 1 t salt 1 t cumin ¼ t cumin 2 cloves garlic, minced Chop remaining ingredients: 5 -6 green onions, sliced ½ c fresh cilantro, minced fine 1 -2 cucumbers, chopped fine 2 stalks celery, chopped fine ½ c fresh parsley, minced 2 – 3 c cherry tomatoes, chopped Combine all and enjoy! Sun 7 to 6 M-T 7 to 6
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Dr. Herb Says‌.stay healthy with nature Soy Curls
A New Twist on Soy Soybeans have long been a traditional part of the diet in Asia. Whole beans are sometimes used, but the most popular products, like tofu and soymilk, are usually only a part of the bean. Various products differ widely in nutrient value. I prefer the whole sum of foods when possible, as that is usually the most wholesome. Soybeans contain the highest amount of protein of any grain or legume, and substantial amounts of fat, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals and a variety of the phytochemicals useful for the prevention and treatment of many chronic diseases.
The protein in the soybean is very digestible and contains all of the essential amino acids necessary for humans, and can sustain health at all stages of human development. Approximately 50 percent of the fat in soybeans is linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fat and an essential nutrient. In addition, soybean oil can contain as much as 8 percent alpha-linolenic acid, which is an Omega-3 fatty acid, they type of fat found in fish which is believed to be beneficial in lowering the risk of heart disease. Soluble and insoluble carbohydrates, including dietary fiber, make up about 30 percent of the soybean. The oligosaccharides raffinose and stachyose are significant because they are not digested or used as nutrients directly by the human body, but instead are used as nutrients by the bifido bacteria in the lower intestine to sustain and promote their growth. These types of intestinal flora are considered important for human health as it is believed that their presence can reduce the incidence of many diseases of the lower tract, including colon cancer. The major mineral components of soybeans are potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur and phosphorus. The water-soluble vitamins in soybeans are thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, folic acid, inositol and choline. Fat-soluble vitamins present in the soybean are vitamins A and E. “Soy Curls� are one of the newer whole-soy foods. Like tofu, they are a convenience food and nutritious addition to many dishes. But because they are the whole bean, they have plenty of fiber and all the other nutrients found in soybeans. No seasoning or other ingredients have been added, which makes them very versatile. Alone, or with other foods, they can be a seasoned according to your preference. Sun 7 to 6 M-T 7 to 6
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Dr. Herb Says….stay healthy with nature Avocado
The Healthy Butter Avocados are in a class by themselves when it comes to nutrition and it’s easy to see why as they offer a powerhouse of benefits as well as lending a rich, creamy, buttery flavor and texture to numerous recipes in which they are used. They can be incorporated into everything from salads to soups to smoothies, raw puddings and even face creams and hair conditioning. What makes this pear-shaped berry such a priceless fruit? Avocados offer a wide variety of nutrients, including 20 different vitamins and minerals. They contain high levels of potassium, which help support healthy blood pressure levels in reducing heart attack and stroke. One avocado offers more than twice the potassium of a banana. They contain almost all of the amino acids and have a high amino acid score which indicates they are an excellent high-quality protein source. Proteins assist in building and preserving body muscle, tissue and bone, carrying vitamins and other nutrients from organs into the cells. High in antioxidants, avocados have more of the carotenoid lutein than any other commonly consumed fruit. Lutein is incredibly important for eye health. This nutrient is linked to drastically reduced risk of cataracts and macular degeneration, two disabling age-related eye diseases. Avocados are very high in omega 3 fatty acids, the “good” kind of fat, a monounsaturated fat, which helps to significantly lower total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels as well as reduce blood triglycerides. Loaded with fiber, they have the highest fiber content of any fruit. Fiber adds bulk which helps to feel full longer, contributing to weight loss and reduced blood sugar spikes. It also aids in excreting waste and cholesterol from the body more quickly. One avocado contains 40 percent of the daily value of fiber needed for optimum health. Avocados make a wonderful first solid food for baby due to their smooth, velvety texture and “good” fat and high nutrient content, beneficial for the brain and physical development. Use alone or mash with a banana, pear or peach to provide a perfect food. Avocados nourish and moisturize the skin when mashed and combined with honey for a mask, adding moisture and glow. Massage mashed avocado and coconut oil into hair for moisture, luster and shine. Most often reveled in guacamole dip, these culinary wonders offer many more possibilities. They are the final word in sandwiches and wraps as well as salads and dressings. Enjoy on toast, baked potatoes with fresh salsa, steamed vegetables, soups, in bean, grain, pasta and vegetable dishes, hummus and smoothies. They are delectable in raw puddings. Go to page 3 for a recipe...
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The Good Word from the Bible ...a weekly Inspirational Message for today’s life-styles...
Revelation 9:4 “And it was commanded them that they should not hurt the grass of the earth, neither any green thing, neither any tree; but only those men which have not the seal of God in their foreheads.” What is the seal of God? It is very important, because those who do not have the seal of God will be hurt. The seal of God is in the forehead. The mark of the Beast will also be in the forehead. The person who has the seal of God will not have the Mark of the Beast. The person who has the Mark of the Beast will not have the seal of God. Those who have the seal of God will not be hurt. The most serious warning in the entire Bible is directed toward those who have the Mark of the Beast. The greatest blessing in the entire Bible is given to those who have the seal of God. There will be only two classes of people upon the earth when the curtain rings down on time and human history, those who have the Mark of the Beast, and those who have the seal of God. An Angel will go all over the world warning people against the Mark of the Beast, and will offer to every person the seal of God. Come in to the Natural Food Store and get a free book to find out what the seal of God is.
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Red Cross needs blood donations to help ensure a sufficient supply throughout the holidays CALDWELL COUNTY, NC (November 7, 2016)… This November, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give the perfect gift – a blood donation – to help ensure a sufficient blood supply throughout the holiday season. A decline in donations occurs from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day when donors are busy with family gatherings and travel. However, patients don’t get a holiday break from needing lifesaving transfusions. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Timothy Sheely’s wife received 12 units of blood products during emergency surgery after the birth of their son. “If it had not been for blood donors, she may not have survived that ordeal, but thanks to generous blood donors, I still have a wife and my kids still have their Mom,” he said. “I can't possibly thank those people in person, but I can give a little piece of me back with each donation for the greater good. Thanks to those who are able to donate and choose to donate!” The Red Cross encourages donors to start a new holiday tradition and bring family and friends together to donate blood or platelets. Donors of all blood types are needed to give this November to help ensure a sufficient supply for hospital patients. As a thank you for donating around the Thanksgiving holiday, all those who come to donate Nov. 24-28 will be invited to download a set of recipes from celebrity chefs. To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767). Donors are encouraged to make appointments and complete the RapidPass online health history questionnaire at redcrossblood.org/ rapidpass to save time when donating. Upcoming blood donation opportunities in Caldwell County: Hudson 11/22/2016: 3 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Mt Zion Baptist, 1787 Cajah Mountain Rd Lenoir 11/21/2016: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Lowe's Home Improvement #1509, 1201 Hickory Blvd SE
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Spartans Fall in Season Finale...by Dan O'Neal BOONE, NC (November 4, 2016)‌ South Caldwell entered Friday evening's contest riding a two-game win streak and with a win tonight would qualify for the post season. Throughout the 2016 season, these young men have shown improvement, especially in finishing on offensive series in the latter part of the season and the defense made a solid showing against Fred T. Foard last Friday. With Pioneers tailback Evan Suggs rushing for over 200 yards and an acrobatic interception of Spartans quarterback Jason Martin resulting in a pick-six, South came up considerably short on the scoreboard as Watauga used their spread option to secure the victory, 63-21. Even though the Spartans defense played as hard-nosed as they could, they, like other Pioneers opponents, had difficulty in stopping the off-tackle sprints by their backfield. As head coach Sean McMenomy commented after the game, "this was the best team we faced all season. They had no weaknesses tonight". As a result, South will miss the playoffs and complete their season with a 2-9 record. Though Watauga won by a considerable margin, it was not as if they were completely satisfied with their overall defensive performance. The Spartans finished the game on the offensive side with 318 total yards, senior Tyler Goins leading the charge with 153 yards on the ground and their twenty-one points on the scoreboard. Kudos also to placekicker Carlos Maysonet, who has connected very well on extra points. Goins completes his season on another outstanding note with 1,531 yards rushing and 16 touchdowns. There will be another article to highlight the other individual statistics. All in all, Spartan Nation, once again, you guys have an outstanding group of young men who gave their all for their school. Kudos as always to the Cheer Corps for bringing their A-game for both home and away contests. We were always impressed by the Spartan Regiment and know they will represent their community well as they travel to Chicago for Thanksgiving. Enough also cannot be said about the crew in the press box. There is no greater hospitality in the state than the faithful ones who make everyone feel welcome and no one goes ever away hungry. Coach Mac's outlook for 2017 goes something like this: Lots of work; lots of blood, sweat and tears. The race for starting quarterback between Jesse and Jason will be highly competitive". With that said, we now move on to the Winter Sports seasons. As always, Herrrrrrrrrrrrrre Come Your Spartansssssssssssssssssssssssss!! (Coach Tomberlin, you make South football games very entertaining). Yardstick (South Caldwell stats only) First Downs-12 Rushes/Yards- 29-187 C-A-I 16-26-3 Passing Yards- 131 Total Yards- 318 Return Yards- 80 3rd Down Conv- 5-10 4th Down Conv 1-2 Penalties 4-30 Punting Avg. 3-32.9 Time of Poss- 27:22 Individual Stats: Rushing- Goins 24-153, 2TD, Hilton 1-4, Connor 2-25, Sullivan 1-11, J. Martin 1- -6; Passing- J. Martin 14-23-2, Connor 2-2-0 19, Hilton 0-1-1; Receiving- Hilton 6-77, R.Martin 4-40, Raynor 4-10, Goins 1-4
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Caldwell Men’s Chorus Fall Concert LENOIR, NC (November 8, 2016)…The Caldwell Men’s Chorus will hold its fall concert on Saturday, November 12th at 7:30 PM at Lenoir Presbyterian Church, 1002 Kirkwood Street, NW, Lenoir, NC 28645. The concert is free and open to the public, though donations are encouraged. The men will be joined by special musical guests, the Youth Ensemble Singers, (YES), Dr. David Abernethy, Mike Willis, Matthew Davis, Trevor and Bailey Woods, Jenni Hassler and Dakare Chatman. According to Director Keith Smith, the concert will feature a wide variety of music in various styles, with an array of instrumentation. The concert will begin with the young brother and sister team of Trevor and Bailey Woods, playing the violin and harp respectively. Then Dakare Chatman will sing “The Water is Wide,” accompanied by David Abernethy on the hammered dulcimer. Jenni Hassler will sing “Hello, Young Lovers” from the musical, “The King and I.” Many folks will remember Chatman and Hassler from the recent Hudson Dinner Theatre production of “The King and I.” Then the Youth Ensemble Singers will perform “Pie Jesu” and “Arkansas Traveler,” accompanied on fiddle by Matthew Davis. The musical setting of this “Pie Jesu” was written in tribute to the children who lost their lives in the Oklahoma City bombing some 20 years ago. David Abernethy, Mike Willis, Greg Knight and Matthew Davis, all members of Puddingstone, will perform a number, followed by Greg Knight playing Rachmaninoff’s Prelude in C# Minor. Knight was a recent finalist in the prestigious Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Then the men take the stage and perform “The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” featuring Brian Clark as soloist. “Homeward Bound” by Mack Wilberg will follow in an arrangement by David Abernethy, accompanied by the Puddingstone members. This piece will be recorded live for Puddingstone’s upcoming album and will feature Bradley David and Reggy Greene. Next is the Appalachian Folk Tune, “Pretty Saro,” made well-known by Nobel Prize winner, Bob Dylan. This piece will feature Adam Lowery. Next will be “Come Ye Thankful People, Come,” followed by “An Old English Prayer,” set to music by James Gossler. Though sung many times in an SATB arrangement, this will be the world premiere performance of this piece by an all-male chorus. Composer Gossler will be in the audience. Next comes the spiritual, “Ride the Chariot,” featuring Doug McCowan on a tenor solo and the classic opera chorus, “The Anvil Chorus,” by Giuseppe Verdi. Smith says that everyone will recognize this piece when they hear it. To conclude the concert, the YES girls will join the Caldwell Men for three selections, beginning with an old shaped note hymn, “Bridgewater.” This will be followed by a piece called Beethoven’s Wig with words added to Beethoven’s classic 5th Symphony motif. Smith says, “We tend to put iconic forms of expression up on a dusty shelf because we are intimidated by them: for example, the works of Shakespeare, classical music, even the Bible. I believe that the authors/composers of these intended us to take them down off that shelf and embrace them. By making a classical piece of music fun, the accessibility is increased and young people can discover the spirit and joy intended in these classical pieces.” The concert will conclude with a show-stopping medley from “The Sound of Music.” The Caldwell Men’s Chorus is a non-profit organization featuring 25 male singers ranging in age from 15-80. According to Smith there are two common denominators within the group: ability to harmonize in four parts and a heartfelt love of singing. The Youth Ensemble Singers consist of some 20 girls ranging in age from 8-18. Smith says that several former members of the Men’s Chorus will be honored that night. He encourages people to come early as the church fills up very quickly. No ticket is necessary, just show up at the door. For further information, call Smith at 322-3169. College Avenue Baptist Church w ill pr esent th e Alpine Chr istm as Village Decem b er 1, 3, and 4 in the old Lenoir High School gym. Reservations are required and can be made beginning Saturday, November 12 at 9am on the church website www.cabc.Lenoir.org. The Alpine Village is built for children--to provide gifts and joy for the season as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Please limit reservations to groups of 10 or less. For more information visit the website or call the church office at 828-754-6482.
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Spelling Bee Champion hails from Gamewell Middle LENOIR, NC (November 8, 2016)…Ten rounds and 33 words later, Aidan Crooke, 8th grade student from Gamewell Middle School, was awarded the Caldwell County Schools 2016 Spelling Bee Champion, and he will continue his quest of no misspells as he competes in the 77th Annual Winston-Salem Journal Regional Spelling Bee on March 26. All middle schools in the county were represented in the spelling bee as students in grades 6 – 8 vied for the title, spelling words like diorama, Netherlander and falsetto flawlessly, but falling short on others – fiend and dearth. The culmination of the competition of words ended with “harmonica.” Winner Aidan Crooke was presented with $100 and a trophy, provided by the Education Foundation Inc. of Caldwell County, sponsor of the event. Second place finisher Zarina Villacarte, 8 th grade, Granite Falls Middle, was awarded $50 and a trophy, and 3 rd place finisher Callie Stinson, 8th grader at Hudson Middle School, won $35 and a trophy. The other schoolwide winners and participants included Adria Blackwelder, 6 th grade, Collettsville School; Nathan Holland, 8th Grade, Happy Valley School; Elise Mitchell, 8th grade, Kings Creek School; Faith Mullins, 8th grade, Oak Hill School; Owen Long, 7 th grade, Gateway School; and Locke Riddle, 6th grade, William Lenoir Middle School. Each received a $10 merit award. Middle School Director Keith Hindman said, “We have nine wonderful students who won their school spelling bee, and they have earned a spot here today.” Each school winner is invited to participate in the Caldwell County Schools Spelling Bee held annually at the Education Center. In above photo: From left front row: 3rd place finisher Callie Stinson, 8th grade, Hudson Middle School; 2nd place Zarina Villacarte, 8th grade, Granite Falls Middle; and winner Aidan Crooke, 8th grade, Gamewell Middle School. Back row: CCS Superintendent Dr. Steve Stone, School Board Member Dottie Darsie, School Board Vice-Chairman Duane Knight, Education Foundation Executive Director Pat Triplett, and Middle School Director Keith Hindman.
Events at the Caldwell County Public Library Monday, Nov. 14 Baby Time will be held today at 10am at Caldwell County Public Library in Lenoir. All babies up to age 2 can enjoy rhymes, songs, stories, and active play with a caregiver during this free 30-minute program. Baby Time is offered every Monday at the Lenoir Library at 10am. Please call 828-757-1274 for more info. Tuesday, Nov. 15 Story Time will be held today at 10am at the Granite Falls Branch of Caldwell County Public Library. Children participate in stories, music, and games that encourage language and social development. Story Time lasts about 30 minutes and is designed for 2-5 year olds and a caregiver. Please call 828-7571274 for more info. Tectonic Tales presented by KidSenses Children’s INTERACTIVE Museum will be offered today at 3:30 pm at Caldwell County Public Library in Lenoir. Discover the powerful forces that have shaped our earth for millions of years! From earthquakes and volcanoes to erosion, we will conduct experiments to learn about our geological history. Registration is required for this free event. Please call 828-757-1274 to sign up.
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Teachers Win Bright Ideas Grants from Blue Ridge Energy LENOIR, NC (November 7, 2016)…Exciting, hands-on learning projects are coming to local classrooms thanks to $4,458 in Bright Ideas grants awarded recently by Blue Ridge Energy to local educators during a special luncheon honoring winning teachers and their principals. Bright Ideas is an academic grants program sponsored by Blue Ridge Energy in conjunction with North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation and its 26 other member electric cooperatives that helps further innovative scholastic learning projects that go beyond available school funding. Caldwell County grant winners are: • Jim Shulstad of West Lenoir Elementary School for “Music, Mind, and Motion.” The grant of $1,350 will be used to purchase mini keyboards and ukuleles to create an environment for hands-on learning, problem solving, and developing motor skills. • Jennifer Jurney of Granite Falls Elementary School for “Every ‘Littlebit’ Helps.” This $1,400 grant will be used to purchase discovery kits that will be used to teach the basics of electronics, STEM principles, and the engineering design process. • Patricia Hartley of Collettsville Elementary School for “Study of Embryology.” This $212 grant will allow the students to observe the growth of poultry embryos through their 21-day gestation period. Continued on page 19...
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• Sharon Greene of Caldwell Early College High School for “Sustainability: A Thread through Life.” This $1,496 grant will be used to help students understand all aspects of sustainability: the environment as a whole, sustainable practices of various countries, democracy sustainability, and social sustainability through service to others. Blue Ridge Energy received 61 applications for the 2016-2017 school year from schools in its service area of Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, Wilkes and Avery counties. Overall, funds totaling $20,100 were awarded to 24 classrooms to benefit hundreds of local students. To date, Blue Ridge Energy has awarded more than $426,000 in Bright Ideas classroom grants that has impacted thousands of local students and teachers. Blue Ridge Energy is part of several North Carolina electric cooperatives providing Bright Ideas grants. Together, they have provided more than $10.2 million for classroom projects impacting over 2 million students in North Carolina.
Blue Ridge Energy is a member-owned electric cooperative serving some 74,000 members in Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, Avery, Alexander and Wilkes counties. To learn more about the Bright Ideas grants program, visit Blue Ridge Energy’s web site at www.BlueRidgeEMC.com or contact your local Blue Ridge Energy office. Helping Hands is r ecr u iting for th e follow ing volunteer positions: nurse triage, pharmacy assistants, pharmacists, and clerical assistant. If interested contact Debra Philyaw at 828-7548565, ext. 313 or email debra@hhcnc.org. Clearview Baptist Church, located off th e Alfred Hartley Road, has a singing every fourth Sunday night at 6pm. Pastor Geoffery Day welcomes everyone. Setzer Creek Baptist Church is loo king for a pianist. If interested please contact Ryan Greene at 758-9336. Flemings Chapel Baptist Church is seek ing a part-time Worship Leader. Please send resume to Personnel Committee, 4430 Littlejohn Church Rd, Lenoir, NC 28645.
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Obituaries Vance Allen Wallace Vance Allen Wallace, age 80, of Sawmills went home to be with his Lord and Savior November 5, 2016, at Frye Regional Hospital in Hickory. He was born October 2, 1936 son of the late Boyd Wesley Wallace and Anner Triplett Wallace. Mr. Wallace was the owner of “Wallace Tax Service” in Sawmills for over 60 years and retired from GE after 25 years. He was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church and was also a proud veteran of the United States Army. In addition to his parents, Mr. Wallace is preceded in death by a son Michael and great granddaughter Miranda Wallace, Also two brothers J.D. Wallace and Thad Wallace and two sisters, Bessie Keller and Velma Bolick preceded him in death. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of “58 years”, Melba King Wallace of the home; three sons, Allen Wallace and wife Kris of Ocean Isle Beach, Kevin Wallace and wife Lydia of Sawmills and Dustin Wallace and wife Leah of Witchita, Kansas and a daughter Drinda Wallace Goodell of Lenoir; one sister, Agnes Carter of Granite Falls. Survivors also include nine grandchildren; Jayson Wallace, Kane Wallace, Kodi Stanton, William Wallace, Amanda Wallace, April Wingler, Tinea Ray, Brooke Wallace and Victor McRary. A special friend, Billy Brown also is left to cherish his memory. The family will receive friends at Mount Zion Baptist Church of Hudson on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 1:00 PM at Mount Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Glenn Walker, Rev. John Green and Rev. Ed Warren officiating. Burial will follow in the Mount Zion Church Cemetery with full military honors. Pallbearers for Mr. Wallace are Kane Wallace, Chris Stanton, William Wallace, Victor McRary, Jordan Wingler and Jeff Ray. The family would like to give special thanks to the employees’ of Lowe’s Hardware, Lenoir and Caldwell County EMS. Memorials may be made to… Bus Fund Mount Zion Baptist Church 1787 Cajah Mtn. Rd. Hudson, NC 28638 Mackie Funeral Home of Gr an ite Falls, NC is serving the family. You may view the obituary online at www.mackiefh.com.
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“Movies with Mike” Scraps from the Cutting Room Floor…by Mike Holsclaw In the pre-digital age of filmmaking, editors would review the raw footage that had been shot during the making of a film in a device called a movieola which allowed them to fast forward and rewind with painstaking, frame by frame, precision; the movieola could also lock a piece of footage into place so exactly that editors could cut and reassemble bits of film in an essentially seamless fashion. The bits and pieces of footage that were removed from the film as it evolved into its final form were usually left in the editing department until the editing process was done. This is where the expression "scraps on the cutting room floor” comes from. For cinephiles like myself, it is a tantalizing prospect to imagine what treasures might have been discovered if we could have been present during the editing of some of our favorite films; what insight could we gain from watching scenes that were cut from "Vertigo"? "2001"? "Casablanca"? Plus, as is infamously known, RKO had Robert Wise re-edit the ending of Orson Welles' "Magnificent Ambersons," cutting out large chunks of narrative Welles had shot, and replacing it with an ending the studio preferred. It is the golden grail of film lovers to one day discover that this missing footage still exists. So, even though they exist in a state of limbo separate from the larger stories from which they were cut, scraps can still retain a value of their own.
I've been on vacation for the last week and a half and, like the truant school boy, I haven't been giving my undivided attention to the subject of my next blog post. However, I have had occasion to make the sporadic observation to myself during that time about things both cinematic and televisual. I haven't totally digested all of these musings just yet but, even in their embryonic form, I don't mind sharing some of them with you. The following, in no particular order, are a few of the things I thought about during my sabbatical; consider them scraps from the cutting room floor of my mind. I usually take time off the week before Halloween because, yes, it is my favorite holiday, but also because some of the more outre' offerings on cable tv that are holiday related are only visible at odd times of the day and I don't always know what I'm going to want to see until I literally stumble upon it. So, it's not unusual for me to watch a monster movie marathon that begins at 2am or a juicy documentary that pops up, for no particular reason, at 4 o' clock in the afternoon. This year, IFC went heavy on Stephen King related programming, showing both the miniseries "The Stand" and both versions of "Salem's Lot" (1979 and 2004, respectively). While watching these roughly sixteen hours of content, I was struck by how King, both as a novelist and as a source of filmed adaptations, had an amazing, twenty year run as a pop culture barometer, reflecting back, in a prescient but entertaining fashion, the fears and anxieties of a large chunk of the baby boom generation. Then suddenly, the invisible hand, having written, moved on. His books still sell and there continues to be buzz about a film version of "The Dark Tower" (Idris Elba as Roland!), but I think it's fair to say that he no longer epitomizes the zeitgeist. It pains me to say that because his book, "Danse Macabre", is still one of my lodestars when it comes to influential works of pop culture criticism, but we have to be honest. I think part of the erosion of his popularity is due, ironically, to what has always been one of his greatest strengths: his specificity. Generationally, he and I are both part of the same cohort, and I always felt that the things that interested and obsessed him in his work were a lot of the same things that interested and obsessed me; early rock n' roll, old time radio dramas, cheesy horror films, and suspense and horror writers all exerted their influence on me as much as they did him. Yet, fashions change, and with each passing year, the number of people who fondly remember "Inner Sanctum", Robert Bloch, and Eddie Cochran, to name a few, dwindles to an ever smaller number. Also, it strikes me that, sadly, as our society becomes ever more diverse and secularized, the very particular type of religious vision he expressed in "The Stand," Continued on page 23...
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what he called "dark Christianity," simply won't resonate with as many Americans as it once did. As a child of the Bible Belt, I always felt that all of the scriptural allusions and metaphors that he filled that work with only deepened and added texture to the story, but I wonder what readers and viewers with no particular religious affiliation will feel when they encounter it for the first time in the future. Ah, the vicissitudes of time, swift in her flight!
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I also watched some excellent documentaries, produced by A&E back in the glory days of the nineties when they were still trying to take the cultural high road, about the lives of Vincent Price, Boris Karloff, and Peter Lorre. I was struck by the fact that these three men, despite often appearing in fright films and even assaying the role of boogie man themselves sometimes, were all highly sophisticated, refined individuals. They collected fine art, cooked gourmet meals, read Joseph Conrad, and, in Lorre's case, learned to act in a variety of different languages. They literally came of age in a different world, a bygone era which we can barely imagine from our vantage point in the 21st century. I'm not making an argument that they were part of a lost civilization and that we, by comparison, are all debased savages, but I do regret the passing of a more elegant world which was both slower and less distracted. With the whirl and buzz of our uninterrupted digital saturation, and the attendant ever diminishing attention span, it does seem as if there is never time to stop, take a breath, and make the kinds of granular, reflective distinctions that are part and parcel of good aesthetic taste. Barbarians, no, superficial, perhaps. As we move from the solid to the insubstantial, taking up more and more residence in a cloud of 0's and 1's, I long for the charm of a time that is all but extinct. These are the kinds of melancholy ruminations that occupy the mind at 4 o' clock in the morning on Halloween eve! One last point: I tuned in to our national treasure, Turner Classic Movies, on the night that they were broadcasting, once more, several of the classic Universal Horrors. I watched Lugosi's "Dracula" and the first half of Karloff's "Mummy"; at this point, I've seen all of them so often that I don't always bother to watch them from start to finish - just watching them in fragments is like returning to a fondly remembered, recurring dream. As I've mentioned in the past, seventy and eighty years after the fact, they have all but lost any chance of inspiring real fear but, even with the flight of fright, their beauty remains. Some critics have attacked the static quality of Tod Browning's compositions and pointed out that his film is entirely too much like the stage play from which it was adapted, but, I have to say, there is still a languid, phantasmal quality to the scenes that take place in the first half of the film, up to the point, say, where Dracula's three weird brides descend on Renfield, that still has the power to seduce with the power of its images. As to "The Mummy", it's director, Karl Freund, learned from Browning's mistakes when he worked for him as a cameraman and he presented a much more fluid narrative as a result. His set-ups are more dynamic, his pace more brisk. Even so, his film is even more dream-like than Browning's. As to Karloff, his villain is both charming and reptilian, and he strikes a fine balance between sympathy and menace. These are some of the things that occurred to me as I immersed myself in Halloween viewing this year. There were some other things I thought about as well but, as they relate to movies that I might actually show in the coming months, I'd better hold those musings in reserve for another time. My apologies for the somewhat scattershot nature of this entry but I suppose everyone is entitled to the occasional bout of woolgathering; this was just my turn. Next time, a more focused point of view, I promise! Until then, happy viewing! To comment, reach me at: amoviewithmike@gmail.com Learn more about classic films and enjoy the magic of movies at Movies with Mike. Held the 1st Thursday of each month at 6:00pm downstairs at the Lenoir Library. This program is free and popcorn is provided! For more information, please call 828-728-4207. Caldwell County Public Library website: http:// ccpl.libguides.com/main
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Burning ban issued for 25 Western N.C. counties to protect lives and property RALEIGH, NC (November 7, 2016)…Because of increased fire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and canceled all burning permits for the following counties in Western North Carolina: Alexander, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, Gaston, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania, Watauga and Yancey. The burning ban will take effect at 5 p.m., Monday, Nov. 7, and will be in effect until further notice. Under North Carolina law, the ban prohibits all open burning in the affected counties, regardless of whether a permit was issued. The issuance of any new permits also has been suspended until the ban is lifted. The ban on open burning is necessary because of the dry weather conditions and the potential for the increase in human-caused wildfires in the region. “Fire experts with the N.C. Forest Service feel that with the current drought situation and the number of fires burning on federal lands, it would be best to be proactive about preventing human-caused wildfires. And I agree with them,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. Violation of the ban carries a $100 fine plus court costs of $180. Here are a few facts about the law regarding the ban on open burning: • The burn ban does not apply to cooking fires such as grills or outdoor cookers. • The ban does not apply to a fire within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. County fire marshals have jurisdiction over open burning within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The N.C. Forest Service has advised county fire marshals of the burning ban and asked for their consideration of also implementing a burning ban. In addition, other local ordinances and air quality regulations may also impact open burning. • If a fire within that 100-foot area escapes containment, a North Carolina forest ranger may take reasonable steps to extinguish or control it. The person responsible for setting the fire may be responsible for reimbursing the N.C. Forest Service for any expenses related to extinguishing it. • Open burning includes burning leaves, branches and other plant material. In all cases, it is illegal to burn trash, lumber, tires, newspapers, plastics or other non-vegetative materials. • Outdoor burning is also prohibited in areas covered by Code Orange or Code Red air quality forecasts. Local fire departments and law enforcement officers are assisting the N.C. Forest Service in enforcing the burn ban. As of Nov. 6, there had been 2,829 wildfires affecting more than 18,158 acres on state-protected lands across North Carolina this year. More than 1,000 of those fires were in the mountains and burned 3,375 acres. State-protected lands include state- and privately owned properties. Fire Prevention Education Team deployed to region In addition to putting the burn ban in place for the state’s most western counties, the N.C. Forest Service has also deployed a Fire Prevention Education Team to Western North Carolina in an effort to decrease the number of human-caused wildfires there. The team is expected to arrive this afternoon and work out of the Montreat Conference Center Assembly Hall, which is located east of Asheville. In addition to assisting with the information delivery for wildfires occurring in the mountains of Western North Carolina, the team will also engage directly with communities, distribute information and work with the media to help raise public awareness about the current fire danger. For more information regarding the mission of the N.C. Fire Prevention Education Team, call 919-218-3179 or by email at ncfsregion3fpet@gmail.com. Residents with questions regarding their specific county can contact their county ranger with the N.C. Forest Service or their county fire marshal’s office.