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BY PAUL B. JOHNSON ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER
TRIAD – Road conditions in the region may remain treacherous this morning because of freezing temperatures overnight Saturday, which will turn any snow that melts into ice, authorities say. The high today isn’t expected to rise above the freezing mark until lunchtime, said Ryan Ellis, a
meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Raleigh. While no more wintry precipitation is expected, icy conditions won’t improve until later today as temperatures push past 32 degrees and skies begin to clear, Ellis said. “The one thing you’ll have to be careful about on Sunday morning is black ice freezing overnight.” Road conditions may cause churches to alter Sunday morning worship services. Dozens of Piedmont churches either had canceled or delayed the start of services, according to WXII-TV.
The most direct impact from the storm involved the increase in vehicle accidents Friday and Saturday, though no fatalities had been reported in the Piedmont by the North Carolina Highway Patrol as of Saturday afternoon. On Friday night in High Point, the Police Department at one point had 57 wreck calls needing response, Officer J.S. Crouse said. On a typical evening, officers would respond to five or six, Crouse said. The storm didn’t appear to cause major power problems Saturday. The city of High Point Electric Utilities Department reported no out-
ages as of Saturday morning. Duke Energy Corp. reported scattered outages as of Saturday morning in Davidson and Randolph counties and southwestern Guilford County. The N.C. National Guard contributed to the storm relief effort, as 24 guardsmen were called to duty during the weekend and are assisting the Highway Patrol rescue stranded motorists. The guardsmen are using 10 Humvees, working out of the Hendersonville and Marion armories and mainly assisting in the foothills and mountains. pjohnson@hpe.com | 888-3528
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Vic Conant, chairman of the board of Nightingale-Conant Corp., a publisher of audio personal development programs, was named by High Point University to the Nido R. Qubein School of Communication Board of Advisors. Conant became president of the company in 1986.
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The sour economy lingered throughout 2009, affecting nearly every U.S. industry, and farming hasn’t been immune. Though many local farmers continue to struggle, there were good signs in 2009, with record years for some crops, and the forecast for 2010 looks bright. This three-part series looks at the state of farming in the Triad and North Carolina, and what lies ahead.
BY DAVID NIVENS ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER
TRIAD – One leading economist with close ties to farming predicts the two-year economic decline is coming to an end. That’s good news for farmers suffering the most – hog, dairy and poultry producers. Like the nation, North Carolina will return to economic growth in 2010 and 2011, economist Michael L. Walden, N.C. Cooperative Extension economist in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University, said in his year-end report. Walden said agriculture has fared decently in the past couple of years. Commodity prices for some crops have been up, but part of those gains have been offset by higher costs.
North Carolina agriculture usually is stable even in hard times. “Agriculture is not always flashy, but it is consistent,” Walden said earlier this year. “North Carolina ag didn’t roll over and just take it ... North Carolina farmers reshaped themselves.” Most area farmers have managed things well in 2009, said Troy Coggins, director of the Agricultural Extension Service in Davidson County. “Bankers are looking to lend to many of them,” Coggins said. “They have seen some hard times, but most of them are good managers.” Agriculture should be well positioned for future growth because the world will recover from the recession with easier trade practices, experts say. And the U.S. excels in agricultural production.
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Housing: The housing market has passed its recessionary bottom and is moving higher. Job losses: Joblessness continues, but at a slower pace, putting the state’s employment market on track to generate gains in the first quarter of 2010. Job growth will be strongest in the Charlotte, Triangle and Wilmington regions.
“I’ve never been as optimistic about ag as I am now,” Walden said. “We have an industry that is competitive worldwide. We’ll see a return to growing world income, and I think there will be very strong, economically viable opportunities in the alternative-fuels market.” But a combination of oversupply of product, the down economy and feed prices has many farmers on shaky ground, North
Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler said recently. “That is a cinder block around the neck of our pork industry and poultry industry and the dairy industry when they’re trying to keep their heads above water,” Troxler said. Reducing the oversupply of animal products is a key first step in solving the problem, Troxler said. dnivens@hpe.com | 888-3626
Unemployment: Will peak between 11.3 and 11.5 percent, although adding those former workers who have quit the labor force would push the rate to a full percentage point higher. Several regions will continue to have unemployment rates above 10 percent at the end of 2011. Source: Michael L. Walden
Low milk prices squeeze dairy profits BY DAVID NIVENS ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER
DENTON – Dairy farmer Les Crouse hopes things will turn for the better in 2010. Although good weather helped produce
good supplies of feed and market crops, low milk prices put pressure on profits. “This was a tough year,” Crouse said, “maybe the worst in 35 to 40 years that I can remember. I’m pretty sure we will finish in the red. We may make the depreci-
ation this year and that is all.” For most of 2009, there was a worldwide surplus of milk because fewer people bought cheese and powdered milk during the global eco-
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nomic crisis. “Dairy farmers are suffering the most because of low milk prices,” said Troy Coggins, director of the Agricultural Extension Service Office in Davidson County. “In Randolph County, farmers have been selling cows. There are only eight dairy farms in Davidson County.” Many farmers got $12 per hundred weight of milk when production costs are around $16, Coggins said. The USDA benchmark is $16.94 for a break-even price. In 2008, farmers saw as much as $19. “And some dairy farmers have lost $700 to $1,000 per cow,” Crouse said. “Most farmers dip into their equity when things are down.” Crouse hung on in 2009 with his herd of 195 to 200 cows. “Milk prices seem to be climbing,” Crouse said. “It looks more positive.” Crouse, 52, planted soybeans again this year, mostly to feed his herd. “We had a good crop and some to sell,” Crouse said. “That helped.” Good grain and
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H1N1 kills UNC student MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE NEWS SERVICE
CHAPEL HILL – Lillian Chason was the sort of bubbly dynamo who could fill up a room with positive energy. That’s the Lillian her friends are left to remember. The UNC-Chapel Hill student died Wednesday from complications brought on by the H1N1 virus. The 18-year-old freshman from Rhode Island contracted the disease in November. Her father, Eric, announced her death on Facebook, the popular social networking Web site. “I’m sorry to have to tell everyone that Lillian died this afternoon at 5:20 PM,” his post reads. “As you all know, she put up an incredible fight and if there was anyway she could have overcome
a student play. She won the lead role. “We were wondering if we’d find the right match,” remembered Mark Perry, the drama instructor casting the play. “It’s a very strong, young woman character. And then she walked through the door, and she was perfect for it. She was magnetic on stage.” Laura Page, who met Chason this fall, said her friend’s death is particularly jarring because Chason led a healthy lifestyle that included a daily workout. “She was fine, and then she was on life support,” Page said. “There was almost no inbetween.” Her death may lead more students to seek the H1N1 vaccine, Page said. “The swine flu, you thought it was a joke, but it really hit us close to home,” she said.
this disease, she would have.” As of Tuesday, 76 deaths across North Carolina had been attributed to H1N1 and other types of influenza, said Carol Schriber, a spokeswoman for the state’s Department of Health and Human Services. Friends describe Chason as the inquisitive sort who would grill you on your interests, hopes and dreams. “She was so excited about everything,” said Sara Carlson, a senior who met Chason during tryouts for a student play. “She wanted to know where you were coming from. She wanted to know things about you.” Chason planned to study drama at UNC-CH. Soon after arriving, she auditioned for a part in “A New Dress for Mona,”
Appleton was sentenced Friday to one year in jail and three years’ probation. Outagamie County Judge John Des Jardins has ordered “no dating of the opposite sex without permission of your probation agent.” Christensen had pleaded no contest to charges
TODAY: Experts predict upswing in agriculture industry; though things getting better, dairy farmer still struggles
Herds: Dropped by 1,000 head in 2009 to 45,000.
MONDAY: Several N.C. crops have record year TUESDAY: Is drought just a distant memory?
hay production mean Crouse will not have to worry so much about food for his herd next year. “I had a good corn crop for silage,” he said. With little farm trade between the U.S. and the rest of the world, much of what dairy farmers produce stays home. “If the economy recovers and more people want to eat out, that will help,” Crouse said. Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler and others want lawmakers to tap into North Carolina pork, poultry and dairy products to help feed those in need through programs like WIC (Women,
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SNOW HILL – One of Greene County’s highest-ranked government employees was charged with two misdemeanors Thursday night, including assaulting his wife. Greene County Assistant County Manager Ronnie Christopher “Chris� Roberson, 39, of 99 Wheat Swamp Road, was arrested at his home by the Greene County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday at 5:36 p.m. Roberson has been charged with assault on a female and interfering with communications. His wife, Shanna Roberson, filed the complaint Thursday afternoon, noting the incident occurred Tues-
day night. Greene County Sheriff Lemmie Smith said the interfering with communications charge stemmed from an alleged incident involving Shanna Roberson’s cell phone. “She reported that he took her cell phone and
broke it,� he said. “Her cell phone was damaged to the point where she couldn’t call anybody.� County Manager Don Davenport said the county is not proceeding with any type of disciplinary action against Roberson at this time.
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Teen charged in two sexual assaults BY PAT KIMBROUGH ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER
DAVIDSON COUNTY – Davidson County authorities have charged a teenager with sexual assault in cases involving two alleged victims. The sheriff’s office received a report Dec. 2 that alleged separate attacks against a 12-year-old child and a 16-year-old child. Detectives investigated and charged Daniel Nicholas Gathings, 18, of Old Wesley Chapel Road, Linwood, with committing several acts of sexual and physical assault against the 16-year-old between Aug. 1 and Nov. 1, according to the sheriff’s office. Also during the course of the investigation, detectives discovered that the then-12-year-old juvenile was allegedly touched inappropriately by Gathings within that same time period, deputies said. Both of the victims were verbally threatened by Gathings as well, authorities alleged. Sheriff’s officials did not disclose where the alleged offenses took place or what the relationship is, if any, between Gathings and the alleged victims. Gathings was arrested Thursday and charged with one count of seconddegree rape, four counts of second-degree sexual offense, one count of assault on a female, one count of assault with a deadly weapon, two counts of communicating threats and one count of sexual battery, according to the sheriff’s office. Gathings was jailed under a $500,000 bond and has an appearance scheduled for Jan. 11 in Davidson County District Court. pkimbrough@hpe.com 888-3531
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Iraqi troops mass on border, in standoff with Iran BAGHDAD (AP) – Iraqi troops massed Saturday near an oil well on the border in a standoff with Iranian forces that seized control of the site in a sudden flare up of tension between the two uneasy neighbors. The top U.S. diplomat in Iraq said Baghdad’s speedy response to the border incursion showed that Iraq is “not going to be pushed around� by Iran. The Iraqi troops and border guards were waiting for further orders at a staging ground about a kilometer from oil well No. 4 at the al-Fakkah oil field, said an Interior Ministry official at the site who was not authorized to talk to the media. The Iranian military, meanwhile, denied they had violated Iraq’s sover-
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The field is located about 200 miles southeast of Baghdad. Arabic language Iranian news station al-Alam. The field is located about 200 miles southeast of Baghdad. It was not clear, however, whether the Iranian forces who seized the well late Thursday night were still there. The diplomatic and security standoff began late Thursday, when Iranian
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BAIKONUR, Kazakhstan (AP) – Three astronauts from the United States, Japan and Russia received the go-ahead Saturday for a holiday season rocket launch to the International Space Station from Russia’s remote space complex in southern Kazakhstan. Their Soyuz TMA17 spacecraft has been hoisted into place at the Baikonur center for a mission that will boost the number of crew at the orbital laboratory to five members. NASA’s Timothy J.
Iran admits prisoners were beaten to death TEHRAN, Iran – Iran’s hard-line judiciary acknowledged for the first time Saturday that at least three prisoners detained after June’s disputed presidential election were beaten to death by their jailers, confirming a key claim by the country’s opposition movement. The surprising acknowledgment followed months of repeated denials by police and other authorities that the deaths of protesters in Iranian custody were caused by abuse.
Creamer, Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kotov and Soichi Noguchi of Japan will blast off Monday at 3:52 a.m. local time (4:52 p.m. EST today, 2152 GMT) in the first-ever launch of a Soyuz spaceship on a winter night. Creamer, who is making his maiden voyage to space, says he plans to keep people back on Earth up-to-date via Twitter. “I thought if I can give you the status of what I am doing, what we are hoping for, what we are looking forward to see-
ing, those would be good little teasers,� he said at a news conference after a medical check on the three astronauts. Since arriving for training in Baikonur earlier this month, Creamer has been using tweets to keep in touch with space enthusiasts and wellwishers. One recent tweet read: “Da da da!! Ready and raring to go!� After liftoff, the Soyuz will travel for about two days before docking with the space station 220 miles above Earth.
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COPENHAGEN (AP) – A historic U.N. climate conference ended Saturday with only a nonbinding “Copenhagen Accord� to show for two weeks of debate and frustration. It was a deal short on concrete steps against global warming, but signaling a new start for rich-poor cooperation on climate change. The agreement brokered by President Barack Obama with China and others in fast-paced hours of diplomacy on Friday sets up the first significant program of climate aid to poorer nations. But although it urges deeper cuts in emissions of carbon dioxide and other gases blamed for global warming, it does nothing to demand them. That will now be subject to continuing talks next year. As delegates wrapped
LONDON – Four passenger trains broke down in the Channel Tunnel between France and Britain, stranding more than 2,000 passengers for hours Saturday, many without heating, light or water. Eurostar executives suspended service, blaming the breakdowns in the trains from Paris on wintry weather conditions on the French side of the English Channel. Fatigued passengers arrived in London 10 hours late after a long night.
Official: 2 Italians kidnapped in Mauritania NOUAKCHOTT, Mauritania – Two Italians were kidnapped in the West African desert nation of Mauritania, a police chief and a security official said Saturday. The Mauritanian officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak to the media on the subject, said the hostages were taken by gunmen Friday night from their 4-wheel drive vehicle. The security official said that one hostage was an Italian man and the other was his wife.
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Beryl McEwen, chairwoman of the business administration department at North Carolina A&T State University, was installed as president of Delta Pi Epsilon at its 2009 annual conference held in San Francisco. She will serve a two-year term, beginning in January and ending in December 2011.
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HIGH POINT – On a day when most High Pointers remained indoors, staying warm by a fire or heater, Z.P. Wilkins and J.S. Crouse coped with frigid winds and lingering wintry precipitation to respond to people in need. The High Point Police Department officers, childhood friends who grew up in eastern Davidson County, pulled a 10.5-hour shift Saturday, responding to calls amid the treacherous elements brought on by storm that layered 3.5 inches of snow across the city. Some of the calls for the 26-year-old officers related to the weather, such as an accident at Wendover Avenue and Piedmont Parkway in northeast High Point involving a tractortrailer and passenger car. Other calls come with the territory in any conditions – a theft of $20,000 worth of jewelry and other personal property from a home; a break-in to a residential storage shed; a motorist driving with an expired license plate. Wilkins and Crouse,
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Brad Embry cleans one of the parking lots behind High Point Mall. Shoppers can’t blame snowy parking lots for not making those last-minute Christmas purchases because many have been cleared. each with about five years of experience as High Point police officers, took the weather in stride. “It’s not that bad,” Wilkins said as he drove through north High Point, his friend and co-worker Crouse observing roadways and vehicles from the front passenger seat. Crouse said it helps when inclement weather falls on a weekend since
it means police officers and emergency responders don’t have to handle as many commuter and commercial vehicle accidents. The luck of the scheduling draw determines which officers work in wintry conditions. Wilkins said it was his second time having a shift fall on a heavy snow day. For Crouse, it was his first.
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TRIAD – The storm that spread snow and ice across the region affected delivery of The High Point Enterprise Saturday. Some newspaper carriers weren’t able to travel down treacherous roadways early Saturday. An effort was made to get all Saturday newspapers delivered, with carriers working into the late afternoon. Any subscribers who didn’t receive a Saturday edition of the Enterprise can call the Circulation Department this morning at 888-3511. The newspaper will attempt to deliver Saturday copies today along with the Sunday edition for subscribers who didn’t receive a Saturday copy. The Circulation Department will be open until noon today to take calls from subscribers.
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Cheer Fund distributes gifts to Christmas Cheer Fund and mailed to P.O. Box 5467, High Point, NC 27261. Today’s donors are:
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The 2009 Christmas Cheer Fund has received $1,560 today. That brings the total in donations to $24,054. This year’s goal is $35,000. The fund, operated by the Kiwanis Club of High Point, provides Christmas gifts for nearly 1,500 children identified by the Guilford County Department of Social Services. The campaign was started in 1924 by The High Point Enterprise as a campaign to raise money for needy families. “Local organizations, such as the Rotary, Kiwanis and Civitan clubs, are to aid in taking care of these families,” the Enterprise said in a front page article published Dec. 12, 1924. The initial campaign collected $848. The campaign has changed responsibility over the years. It was operated as an Empty Stocking Fund by the High Point Jaycees for about 30 years, after it was passed around between different private local residents and groups. When the last local nonprofit charitable organization owner, the late Benny Braica, retired in the late 1990s, the High Point Kiwanis Club took over what’s
Correction from Dec. 18: In memory of Mr. & Mrs. C.L. Myers and Mr. & Mrs. Neal Wright by Charles & Jane Myers$200 Balance Forward .....................................$22,494
now called the Christmas Cheer Fund. This year’s distribution of gifts occurred on Saturday at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, 716 Leonard Ave., but Cheer Fund donations to help pay for this year’s presents will be received through the end of December. Lists of donors will be published in the Enterprise through Christmas Eve. Donations should be made out
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Tom & Betty Lou Blount ................................ $25 In memory of J.C. Reagan and in honor of my children, Pat, David, and Randy, and in honor of my grandchildren Chris, Matt, Chase, and Andon by Edna Reagan...................................... $20 In loving memory of Juanita Meredith Johnston by Yvonne Miller.............................................. $25 In memory of Bob Lindsay by Mary Jane Lindsay. Bob was an employee of the High Point Enterprise for 51 years................................... $25 In memory of Floyd Evans, Sr. by Ellen Evans... $50 In honor of: Stanford & Carole Turner and family, and Gary & Anita Turner and family by Anonymous ................................................................. $50 In honor of Jaylen & Hayden Massey and Saylor Gray by Barbara & Newton Royster ............ $75 In honor of our grandchildren: Andrew, Allison, Josh, Daniel, Cody, Jordan, Hayden, & Kamryn by John & Jackie Gillespie ............................. $50 Julius & Debra Dykes ................................... $100 IHFC Marketing Department - Merry Christmas! ................................................................ $100 In loving memory of Walt McCraw by Gaye & Dan Outlaw ................................................... $100 Roberson Haworth & Reese employees ... $190 Rotary Club of High Point, Inc. ................... $200 North Point Dental Associates.................... $300 In honor of our youngest granddaughter, Emily Elizabeth Stevens by Ed & Susan Thomas $250
Total for today ........................................... $1,560
New Grand Total......................................$24,054
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Patsy Hill RANDLEMAN – Patsy Greeson Lassiter Hill, 67, died Saturday, December 12, 2009. Patsy was born April 3, 1942, to the late Worth O. and Ina Lee Pugh Greeson. She was a graduate of Randleman High School and remained in Randleman all of her life. She and husband Carlton Hill owned and operated Douglas Printing Company in High Point. She was an active participant in her church, Mt. Lebanon United Methodist, and supported many charities through her gifts and talents. Her generosity to all who had the pleasure of sharing her day to day life will always be remembered. She was a devoted wife, mother and friend whose warrior spirit never yielded, setting the finest example for those who were watching. She is survived by her husband, Carlton E. Hill; one daughter, Lori Ann Lassiter of Asheville; brother and sister-in-law, Sam W. Greeson and Glenda H. Greeson of Charlotte; step-daughter April Hill of Burlington and many loving friends. A memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2010, at Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church in Randleman. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church she so dearly loved, Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church, 119 W. River Road, Randleman, NC 27317, Victory Junction Camp (www.victoryjunction. org), St. Paul Historical Society, Randleman, Asheville Animal Compassion Network, Asheville, NC, or a charity of your choice. Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family and a memorial register is available at www.grocefuneralhome.com.
Edward Coltrane DENTON – Mr. Edward Marshall Coltrane, age 87 of Bombay Road, Denton, NC died Saturday, Dec. 19 at Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Briggs Funeral Home in Denton.
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THOMASVILLE – Mrs. Ila Mazie Snider Russell, 88, a resident of Thomasville died Thursday, December 17, 2009. She was born September 24, 1921 in Denton, NC a daughter of Robert Farris Snider and Anna Smith Snider and was a graduate of Denton High School. She was employed at Amos Hosiery Mill in High Point and was later a co-owner of Charles Russell Vending Inc. She was a devoted member of Bethel United Methodist Church where she was a member of the Living Bible Class. On April 5, 1940 she was married to Charles Russell who died in 1983. Surviving are a son, Larry Russell and his wife Elaine of Cape Carteret; a daughter, Linda Russell Finch and her husband Al of Thomasville; four grandchildren, Steve Russell, Pamela Russell Hunt, Ashley Finch Padgett, and Suzanne Finch. Also surviving are four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by sisters, Myrtle Surratt and Nell Ramsey and by brothers, Lucian Snider and Herman Snider. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, December 21, 2009 at 2 PM at Bethel United Methodist Church by the Rev. Arthur Holland and the Rev. Ben Shepherd. Burial will be in Holly Hill Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to the service at the Family Life Center of the church. The body will remain at J.C. Green & Sons Funeral Home in Thomasville until placed in the church Monday at 1 PM. Memorials may be directed to Bethel United Methodist Church, 508 Fisher Ferry Street, Thomasville, NC 27360. Online condolences may be made to www.jcgreenandsons.com.
HIGH POINT – Mr. Kenneth C. Peel, age 85, died December 19, 2009 in High Point Regional Hospital. Mr. Peel was born in Carroll County, Va. on Feb. 14, 1924 to Ellis and Susan Elsie Clyne Peel. He had been a resident of the High Point area most of his life and was a former truck driver for High Point Sprinkler Company. Me. Peel served his country in World War II in the U. S. Army Air Corps in the 450th Bomb Squadron. He attended Woodlawn Baptist Church. Mr. Peel enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles, and participating in the Eleven Acres Flea Market in Thomasville. On November 26, 2002 he was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Peterson Peel. Surviving are his children; Christine Peel, Kenneth W. Peel, and Richard Peel; and his step-children: Mike and Neal Smith and Helen Hoffman. Also surviving are his sister, Rosemary Ridge and husband Bill of High Point and a brother, Howard Peel and wife Mary of Wallburg. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. in Sechrest Funeral Chapel on E. Lexington Avenue with the Reverend Pat Ray officiating. Interment will follow in Floral Garden Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Monday evening from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. Memorials may be directed to the High Point Kidney Center, 1900 Westchester Drive, High Point, NC 27262. Please share your condolences with the family at www.mem.com.
Sylvia Craver LEXINGTON – Sylvia Hege Craver, 61, of Oakwood Drive, died Dec. 18, 2009, at Forsyth Medicall Center. Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Pilgrim Reformed Church. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Davidson Funeral Home.
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Thomas McRae, Jr. THOMASVILLE – Mr. Thomas McRae, 69, of 322 Brewer Street, died Friday, December 18, 2009 in Abbotts Creek Care and Rehabilitation Center in Lexington, NC. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. in Emmanuel Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church on Wednesday 30 minutes before the funeral service and other times at the home of his brother Alexander (Rosa) McRae, 602 Willowmore Avenue, Thomasville, NC S. E. Thomas Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.
RANDLEMAN – Randy Thomas Cox, 50, died Dec. 17, 2009. Funeral will be held at 3 p.m. today at Covenant Christian Church in Asheboro. Ridge Funeral Home LEXINGTON – Elbert Lee is in charge of arrange“J.R.� Akers Jr., 59, of ments. Peggy Lane, died Dec. 19, 2009. Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Thomasville Church of God. VisiASHEBORO – Mrs. Sallie tation will be held from Pierce Hogan, 92, died De- 6:30 to 8:30 tonight at Dacember 19, 2009. vidson Funeral Home. Funeral will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Ridge Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the serGREENSBORO – Opal vice at the funeral home. Ronell Tomlin, 58, passed
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Fine dining emerges from rural general store SAXAPAHAW (AP) – Along a dark country road in Alamance County, the red and gold stripes of a Shell sign glow in the distance, beckoning drivers. The gas station is at the Saxapahaw General Store, where inside you can get the usual: domestic beer, cigarettes, a package of Carolina Pride hot dogs. Or you can sit down to a dinner of veal shanks over mashed potatoes and spinach for $18 or crab cakes with duck-fat fries, wax beans and lemon aioli for $15. Most of it is from local farms, such as Cane Creek and Chapel Hill Creamery. This local foods-focused convenience store is the work of Jeff Barney and Cameron Ratliff, the duo who left Chatham Marketplace, a cooperative grocery in Pittsboro, to open this store and cafe in June 2008. Saxapahaw was a textile town until the mill closed in 1995. The town, situated along the Haw River 17 miles west of Chapel Hill, was home to 1,400 people at the time of the 2000 census. Since then, the old cotton mill has been turned into loft apartments and townhomes, where professors and professionals are buying homes. “Sat-
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urdays in Saxapahaw,� a weekly event during the warmer months, have become a weekend destination with live music, vendors and an evening farmers market. There are plans for a pub and a butcher shop. The Saxapahaw General Store is part of that renaissance. Heather LaGarde, who runs the farmers market, and Mac Jordan, whose family owns the redeveloped textile mill, persuaded the couple to come to Saxapahaw to open this store. LaGarde explains that the store located in a former dye house was once called Poppies and used to be a community gathering spot. But in recent years, the gas station had lost its place as the village’s nerve center. One day, LaGarde says, she, her husband Tom, Ratlifff and Barney were walking past the gas station talking about their project when someone jokingly said, “’Wouldn’t it be funny to be in there?’ and Jeff replied, ’I can see it.�’ Their envisioned local foods-focused grocery store and cafe took over the space. They have transitioned from Hunt Brothers Pizza and hot dogs to local goat meat burgers and kombucha, a fermented tea that for a while was outselling Gatorade.
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and other data about how said Dana Cope, executhe 163 local boards are tive director of the State run. The data are still in Employees Association of rough form, but several North Carolina. “This is newspapers reviewing way over the top.� a sampling of 40 boards The local boards say they from across the state can explain the pay raises: found that all but three Their business was still gave their top administra- making money last year. tor a raise or a bonus last Sales grew from $692 milyear. lion to $716 million stateProfits for Asheville’s wide, including both liquor ABC board slid from $1.77 store sales and liquor sold million to $1.64 million to bars and restaurants. last year, but CEO Cur- Individual boards in the tis Canty’s salary was up Charlotte and Raleigh arfrom $114,000 to $119,000, eas also saw slight increasplus a $22,000 “incen- es in overall sales. tive� bonus. Montgomery Sales “are doing fair,� County’s ABC system not said Larry Beck, general only didn’t turn a profit manager of the Gastonia last year, but lost $6,200, ABC Board, who received while its supervisor, Phil- a $4,300 bonus on top of lip Richardson, received his $80,000 salary. “But no a $1,600 bonus. one’s been exempt from the “The current system impact of the recession.� that North Carolina has Last month, Gov. Bevwith its ABC laws and erly Perdue’s office orhow they are adminis- dered a closer look at the tered is nothing but a oft-criticized patchwork good ol’ boy network,� system.
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ou know by now how much I like to “brag-onâ€? special people who make a difference in others lives. Two outstanding people received extraordinary recognition recently for the work that they do in our community. Strib Boynton was presented the United Way’s prestigious Alexis de Tocqueville Award, and Raymond Payne was honored in Asheville, the recipient of the 2009 Nancy Susan Reynolds Award. Now that you know who I am going to “brag on,â€? it is time to get to the details, the whys, the wheres and the whens! The United Way of Greater High Point recently held a Thank You Gala for the members of the Alexis de Tocqueville Society at ABOUT the String TOWN & Splinter. Mary I know I Bogest have told you before but to reiterate loudly and clearly ... none of the campaign money was used for this dinner. This dinner was a gift of Jack and Marsha Slane and David Hayworth. As a quick refresher, the members of the Tocqueville Society contribute at least $10,000 each year to United Way. That is how you can become a member. Chris Greene has served as chairman of the Tocqueville Cabinet for several years and odds have it that her chairmanship will continue. After announcing that the Tocqueville giving was down a bit from 2008, several members remedied that and made 2009 giving an even greater success for the Tocqueville members whose continued generosity has made the Tocqueville Society of our United Way the envy of many larger cities having garnered a bevy of national awards. While the Tocqueville campaign is a success, the overall campaign still needs your and my help. It is certainly understandable in this economy that overall giving is down but meanwhile the overall needs are increasing. â– â– â–
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Former recipient of United Way’s Alexis de Tocqueville Award Jack Slane (from left) poses with Chris Greene, chairwoman of the Tocqueville Cabinet, and 2009 Tocqueville Award recipient High Point City Manager Strib Boynton. statistics you will be impressed. In 1997, the city gave $77,475 to the United Way campaign. This year, the city family gave over $300,000 to the campaign and $2.7 million since Boynton came to High Point. Boynton genuinely was overwhelmed by the honor. Let me tell you a little bit about Boynton. This is what he told me, “None of this is about me. This is all about the 1,500 city employees who quietly and genuinely go about caring and helping others in out community. I am so proud of my fellow city employees ‌ ordinary working folk who pick up our garbage, cut the grass, fix the potholes, give us clean water to drink, keep the lights on, clean our sewer lines, keep our neighborhoods safe and I could go on and on. I love each and every one of them!â€? High Point is thankful to have a leader such as Strib Boynton. Congratulations. Only three people in the entire state of North Carolina are awarded the Nancy Susan Reynolds Award each year by the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation. This year my friend, Raymond Payne was one of those recipients and was honored
During the seated dinner (by the way the food was delicious. Kudos to the chef at the String & Splinter), Greene talked about the award which was about to be presented. The Tocqueville award is not given every year and not always given to a Tocqueville member. It is given when an extraordinary person is responsible for an extraordinary achievements. Former recipients include Yogi and Martha Yarborough, Jack and Marsha Slane, Bob Brown, Max Meeks (High Pointers will miss waking up to your voice each morning, Max) David Hayworth, Vann and Ann York and Tommy Langdon. Greene had invited Strib and his wife Darlene to the Thank You Gala. He didn’t know why but he did know that you don’t say “no� to Chris Greene. Just two weeks after Strib came to High Point in 1997 as city manager, Greene asked him out to lunch to discuss the city’s United Way giving. “I always say that one person can make a difference. Strib Boynton has made a difference with his generosity and leadership,� said Greene. When I tell you the
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at an awards ceremony held in Asheville. The awards are presented in three categories: advocacy, race relations and personal service. Payne was recognized in the personal service category but truthfully I think he could be the recipient in each of those categories. The Foundation describes “personal service� as “inspired service, continuing devotion to service under difficult circumstances and often at substantial personal sacrifice, and willingness to assist persons or groups who have few alternatives and little ability to repay other than through thanks and profound devotion.� That is Raymond Payne. I hardly can describe just how big this award is but perhaps you will get the idea when I tell you that is accompanied by a grant of $25,000, $5000 to the individual (Payne) and $20,000 to a charitable organization chosen by Payne (Open Door Ministries.) This could not have come at a more needed time for Open Door Ministries which is a partner agency of United Way. This is the first time in the history of the award since it was established in 1986 that a High Pointer has received the honor. Payne received the award for his unselfish work with the homeless. As you may remember, each January I accompany Payne, who himself was formerly homeless and “fraught with addictions and bitterness,� to find the hidden homeless who
live in the woods, under bridges, in crack houses and just on the streets. Payne provides these people the necessities such as blankets and toiletries. He founded Rabbit Quarter Ministries. Through Housing First, he helps the chronically homeless and his work with Open Door Ministries has gained him the trust and respect from both those who are homeless as well as High Point’s community leaders. Although I don’t have a photo of Payne in his suit as he was given the award, I will have a photo of Payne in his “work clothes� after we go out in January. I could go on and on about my friend but perhaps his personal
mantra in his own words will say it all, “I carry the love that God placed in my heart and share it with all of the people I meet and serve. I listen to people on my journey because I respect, treasure and value their thoughts and ideas. My journey is not without personal challenges and roadblocks. These challenges and roadblocks are experiences and lessons that strengthen my will and determination to go forward. I thank God daily for being in my life to help me do what I do to serve humanity.� Well said, my friend! MARY BOGEST is an artist and writer who resides in High Point | MSBogest@aol.com
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Some ask the wrong questions in Smith case In response to Your View Dec. 16, “Could officer in Smith case have used a Taser instead?” It appears the writer is a kind, thoughtful individual based on his questions, but he is asking the wrong questions. Rather than question the police officer after the SBI and Randolph County district attorney cleared his actions, the question to ask is, “Why did Courtland Smith make the decision to ignore a police officer’s clearly stated directions numerous times?” Obviously, the writer has never faced imminent danger where life and death is decided in fractions of seconds. This is not TV. It’s real life. Yes, bad decisions were made that morning, but not by the police officer. Smith was responsible for his decisions. Unfortunately, he made a poor decision, resulting in a tragic outcome for everyone involved ... him, his family and the police officer. Police dispatchers had informed the officers Smith claimed to be drinking, driving at high rates of speed (endangering innocent drivers, maybe your family or mine) suicidal and armed with a 9 mm pistol. Rather than question the officers, they should be commended for locating and stopping Smith before he killed someone in a traffic accident. What happened from that point is documented; what we don’t know is what was going on in Smith’s mind when “he” made the fatal decision to disregard the police officer’s commands. The writer also asks the question “I wonder how the folks at UNC-Chapel Hill Delta Kappa
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fraternity feel about the officer’s actions in this tragedy?” When the better question to ask would be, “Have they reflected on why a frat brother was allowed to drive while drinking with a 9 mm pistol, and if he was suicidal, why had his frat brothers failed to take notice?” It is way past time to realize each and every one of us are responsible for our decisions, and decisions have consequences. MIKE HANCOCK Trinity
It is costing us billions of dollars in perks and pensions for what is supposed to be an honor bestowed on them by voters. We have seen their positions abused. We have seen them immune to tax laws all other people who work follow at the threat of a prison sentence or heavy fines. We have a tax-dodger head of the treasury and another who sits on the finance committee and always has his nose stuck in any press conference Nancy Pelosi has. If these people can stay out of jail for 20 years they are set for life. How many of your readers can retire after 20 years? We need term limits now of four years across the board. Let them Then to add insult to injury, they make their career somewhere in teased us with the ability to get lower cost drugs from Canada and the private sector where they are under our laws. We say we are not elsewhere. But it seems the $20 a dictatorship, but we are. Conmillion supplied by the drug ingress, by using earmarks, buys dustry lobbyists bought off some of our politicians once again. And votes and steers your future. We have seen how easy it is to change guess what? No low cost drugs. a democracy to a dictatorship in Surprise, surprise! It’s just one big bait and switch, less than a year. There was never anything free about “free entersmoke and mirrors, shell game! prise” but it has taken on a difAnd the saddest thing of all is the ferent meaning under a socialist public always falls for it! ROBERT BARNETT government. KEN SAWYER High Point High Point
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Replace lost economic G impact t was one of those good news/bad news situations last week when Lifestyles Enterprises announced plans to move the company’s invitation-only Forbidden City furniture show to Beijing next year. The company has held that event in High Point each January since 2006. Area businesses benefiting from the show surely will miss revenues that the 600 or so customers of the company generated. High Point Convention and Visitors Bureau officials estimated that the show had a $234,000 economic impact on the city last January. The good news in conjunction with the announcement is that Lifestyles Enterprises, which has its corporate headquarters here, remains committed to High Point and the city’s twice-a-year home furnishings market. In fact, expansion of the Forbidden City showroom on Commerce Avenue is planned, company officials said. The loss of this slice of economic pie represented by the Forbidden City show presents another challenge for CVB officials as they and other city leaders attempt to replace the event and its lost revenue. But fortunately, there already are several trade shows and conferences scheduled in the city during January, including trade shows to be held by IVESCO and the Southern Building Materials Association, which together will bring for several days an estimated 1,500 people to the downtown area for events at Showplace and Best Western. Such trade shows and events are the kinds of activities beneficial to helping build and maintain an active downtown throughout the year. The Forbidden City furniture show was one of them. It’s unfortunate that it’s leaving, but now the focus must be on finding a replacement.
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iven the headline on this column, many of you may have thought that I would be writing about Tiger Woods and his “indiscretions,” and what he might do about repolishing his tarnished image. Nope. What I want to talk about today is the growing tendency of many local folks demonstrating by their actions that, if they (1) keep mum when bad things happen, (2) ignore the information that is swirling around them and (3) attempt to cover up as much as they can, few will be the wiser and their image will be as shiny as the bald head of the guy who sits a couple of rows in front of you under the bright lights at any meeting you attend. Granted, that might work for a while. But, just as fish begins to smell after a couple of days, so do the reactions of officials when the word leaks out about what really happened or what most interested people surmise has happened. And the image remains stained. As was noted in the “Forrest Gump” movie, “stuff” happens – taking a cue from Bess Truman, I cleaned that up. If that leaves you in the dark, let me explain. The “Time in partnership with CNN” Web site tells the story this way: “Always an earthy talker, (then President Harry S.) Truman once offended a friend of his wife’s by referring repeatedly to “the good manure” that must have been used to nurture the fine blossoms at a Washington horticulture show. “Bess, couldn’t you get the president to say ‘fertilizer’?” the woman complained. Replied Mrs. Truman: “Heavens, no. It took me 25 years to get him to say ‘manure.’ ” The AuctionArms.com Web site offers a different version: “A number of years ago, the Trumans are having a discussion about something and President Harry S. Truman said that something was a bunch of horse manure. His daughter Margaret said, ‘Daddy you should not talk like that.’ Bess Truman then told Margaret, ‘Leave your Daddy alone, it has taken me over 40 years to get him to call it manure!’ ” Another source quoted Bess saying “20 years.” Those three tales are examples of how stories get twisted and, after time, it is difficult to determine which is fact and which is someone’s embellishment. Straightening out those twists and turns so that they can get correct information into print is a challenge reporters face every day. And, some days, it’s more difficult – much more difficult – than others.
Take an incident at High Point Central High School the week of Dec. 6-12 as an example. The High Point Enterprise received information from a parent that there was a “drug raid” at the school and a reliable source had told the parent that 30 OPINION or 40 students were involved, i.e., taken out of class and/or out of Tom school and didn’t return that day. Blount The “tip” came a day late and, by ■■■ the time an Enterprise reporter could begin collecting reliable information, the Enterprise had heard similar stories from others. Some of those stories said as few as a dozen to 20 students were involved in whatever investigative process was under way, others claimed as many as 100 were “involved.” Several parents were alarmed by what their children – students at the school – were telling them. At least one parent wondered out loud to us why (1) there appeared to be a cover-up occurring and (2) parents weren’t told of the incident and reassured by the principal’s autocall system that alerts them to pertinent information about the school. A day or two after the incident, an Enterprise reporter was able to get enough information to write a 5-inch story that police made arrests and seized drugs at Central, “juveniles found to be in possession of various prescription pills.” By Dec. 16, reporter Pat Kimbrough alerted readers (in a 12-inch story) that “four students, all of whom are juveniles, were charged with drug-related offenses after Central’s school resource officer received information ... that a student was in possession of prescription pills.” Information from police said about 35 pills were recovered. Still no word on how many other students were questioned. The story also noted that two students at Central Davidson High School were charged by Davidson County sheriff’s deputies with felony selling and delivering drugs and a third student was cited for misdemeanor possession. Because all of the students were juveniles, Kimbrough may not be able to obtain much more information about the cases, and social speculators with tweets, blogs and good oldfashioned gossip are having a field day. Stonewalling more often than not does much more damage than telling the whole story truthfully. That’s what the Enterprise tries to do, difficult as it sometimes may be.
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ichard Fireman, public policy director of N.C. Interfaith Power & Light, wrote an interesting guest column in the Dec. 15 Enterprise. This column was interesting to me because it revealed one of the hidden motives behind the global warming movement. Fireman said the solution to global warming must “ensure that the inequities of centuries of exploitation of peoples and resources of two-thirds of the world are dealt with in a just manner.” In other words, spread the wealth from those who have it to those who do not. Exploitation does not explain the lack of wealth in many parts of the world. Corrupt governments, dictatorships and totalitarian regimes have inflicted more poverty on more people than exploitation ever could. Global warming is a tool that greedy liberals and corrupt bureaucrats would like to use as they try to maximize their own wealth and power. Liberals claim OPINION to be acting in the name of justice: Mike social justice Hughes and now climate ■■■ justice. In reality, there’s nothing just or moral about their true intentions. Referring to the “poor and dispossessed,” Fireman wrote, “They are demanding a just climate treaty: one that honors the sacrifice their people have made in their poverty.” I would hope that a policy director of a program of the N.C. Council of Churches understands the meaning of the word sacrifice. Using Fireman’s definition, if I’m robbed at gunpoint, then I’ve made a sacrifice to the robber. That’s not how I define the word. There’s been no sacrifice from the poor and dispossessed of the world. They’ve been subject to global competition, as we all have. Whether or not that competition has been fair is an entirely different matter. The only way to connect social justice with global warming is to claim that humans are responsible for adverse climate change. Fireman appears to have strong faith in Al Gore. According to “the best science,” says Fireman, the world will be unfit for humans in only a few decades, we’re on a fast track to a 6- to 12-degree increase in temperature and a 6-foot rise in sea level that will destroy island nations. For the moment, let’s ignore the ulterior motive of climate justice and focus on “the science.” More specifically, let’s focus on the Climate Research Unit of the University of East Anglia. If there’s really overwhelming consensus among climatologists, and if there’s no need for debate because the evidence is so conclusive, then why did leading climatologists at East Anglia feel the need to manipulate data, destroy raw data, take actions to circumvent the peer review process, and suppress dissenting opinions? They acted like typical liberals trying to prove something that sensible people know isn’t true. I’m not saying that global warming is not caused by humans. I’m saying that we don’t know, and it’s time to tell Gore and all the other liberals to go take a hike so sensible people can have an honest debate about it. If adverse climate change is caused by humans, then the last thing we should do is give more wealth and power to a corrupt, incompetent organization like the U.N. Merry Christmas! MIKE HUGHES is a Navy veteran who lives in Jamestown. His column appears here every other Sunday. To comment, visit www.hpe.com and click on local commentary. E-mail him at mrmike27282@ gmail.com.
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community colews stories about publege or univerlic education are too ofsity. ten negative, but there Graduation are some very positive things rates prove going on in North Carolina this approach schools, as we learned in an is working. Beinterview with June Atkintween 90 percent son, superintendent of public MY SPIN and 98 percent instruction. of the students While much coverage is who enroll in given on the dropout rate, At- Tom Campbell these programs kinson says we should focus graduate. This more on improving the gradu- ■■■ approach might ation rate. She told us about not be the way for every innovative programs being student, but Atkinson says implemented now in Gaston, it is an important part of the Union and Guilford Counties answer for many. that redesign high schools to In Onslow County, a new coordinate class work around program designed to help career clusters in such fields as allied health, business tech- students struggling in math is nology, computer information yielding impressive results. Students are issued smart systems, pre-engineering, phones with specially inhorticulture and life sciences stalled videos demonstrating and even auto technology. tutorials and concrete examNot only are the students getting the math, English and ples how math is used in realworld settings. The tutorials other core courses needed help in learning how to solve for graduation, they are also algebra problems and the learning how these subjects phones help students learn apply to the various clusters. from other students. Students This is an innovative way to talking with other students prepare students for work,
about algebra? We are told this is happening and algebra scores for these at-risk students in just one year are 15 points higher than before starting the program. There are other initiatives, like a program called “Gear Up” being implemented for at-risk students in several counties. New software helps other students in learning to write more effectively and helps teachers to better monitor writing. And programs are being tested to help students learn to read and understand technical and scientific information in addition to traditional literature. Atkinson told us the State Board of Education is working on new accountability standards for public schools. Instead of pegging performance just to dropout rates, end-of-course tests or SAT/ ACT scores, these new measures determine whether a student is college- and careerready. The hope is for the board to review and approve this new accountability
program this summer. Atkinson is an enthusiastic supporter of public education but also a realist, willing to admit mistakes and failings. Her eyes light up when she talks about a culture of learning that invokes students to develop dreams about what they might become. She will know public schools are achieving their goals when our community colleges and universities no longer report spending so much time teaching remediation courses to our high school graduates. It is exciting and encouraging knowing there are new reforms and innovations on the way in public education. The big challenge is to get these best practices into every school so that every student is ready for life. TOM CAMPBELL is former assistant North Carolina state treasurer and is creator/host of NC SPIN, a weekly statewide television discussion of NC issues airing Sundays at 6:30 a.m. on WFMY-TV. Contact him at www. ncspin.com.
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f President Obama truly wants America’s financial community to help accelerate the recovery, he should stop publicly blaming them for the recession and unemployment. Instead, he should praise them for creating the most effective financial system in the world and make them his partner in the recovery. Currently, the president is sending the financial community mixed messages. On the one hand, he is telling our banks that the government helped stabilize the financial meltdown by bailing them out. As a result, the banks owe an extraordinary effort to help accelerate the recovery by increasing lending OPINION to small- and medium-size businesses. Armstrong On the other hand, the Williams administration’s bank regulators are forcing the banks to tighten credit standards so they make fewer risky loans. In addition, the regulators are requiring banks to write down performing loans on their balance sheets that are collateralized with devalued property. This write-down reduces a bank’s capital and its ability to make additional loans. Therefore, it should not be a surprise that government policy is contributing to a reduction is bank lending. The demand for bank loans by smalland medium-sized businesses also has declined because of the toxic political environment in Washington. Small- and
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medium-size businesses are reluctant to invest borrowed money in risky projects and hire additional employees given the political overhang. This overhang includes: a 10 percent increase in income taxes in 2010; a significant but unknown increase in health care costs; the prospect of unionization through card check; an expected increase in energy costs through cap & trade and the Copenhagen conference; increased financial regulation; and anti-
banking and business rhetoric from both the White House and Congress. Instead of using Wall Street as the whipping boy for the economy’s ills, the president should publicly praise Wall Street for creating the most effective capital market in the world. There is no other country in the world where capital is so easily available to small- and medium-sized businesses. There is no other country where capital is so readily available to consumers for homes, cars and major appliances. Venture capital in America is the envy of the world and has created far more jobs than have been lost to free trade. If the president truly wants to accelerate the economic recovery, he should ask the bankers on Wall Street to be his partner in the economic recovery. As part of this partnership he should ask them, not tell them, what they should do to accelerate economic recovery. The banks and Wall Street have a good, if not perfect, track record of financing America’s business and creating jobs. I am unaware of the president’s track record of job creation. Personally, I would rather trust the judgment of experienced job creator than the untested. If Wall Street is the president’s partner in the recovery, he may be surprised at how quickly the economy recovers. ARMSTRONG WILLIAMS, a former High Point resident, is a Washington-based political commentator. His Web site is www.armstrongwilliams.com. Williams can be heard nightly on Sirius/XM Power 169 9-10 p.m. EST.
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hristmas, at least normally, is a time of wonder. Commemorating one of the most amazing events in all of human history, consider the wonder of the 46 chromosomes that make up Jesus’ humanity. While 23 of the chromosomes were of his mother, a “father’s” chromosomal input, however, was absent and that is where God enters the picture. Over-shadowing Mary, and in a special creative act, he miraculously filled the chromosomal gap, hence, the virgin conception. While Christmas is a time of wonder, it is also, ironically, a time of “no wonder.” “No wonder” is a phrase I use to describe the modern fear wrought by the historicity of that lowly babe in the manger named Jesus, and the secular coping mechanisms so prevalent today. Take the recent suspension
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of the 8-year-old Massachusetts boy as exhibit one. A story now surrounded by more questions than answers, with school officials denying the incident, it is consistent with other controversial topics with which we are plagued as a nation. Consider the controversy surrounding the prayer at public school events, political functions, the use of Jesus’ name at high school graduations or the mere mention of Merry Christmas by retail employees. While this persistent animosity leaves one wondering why it exists in the first place, a closer look at what Christmas actually means helps answer the question, because, Christianity, unlike all other religious faiths, is uniquely historical and cannot be confined to the mere ethereal,
visionary, subjective, or blind faith so often associated with religious viewpoints. “No wonder,” then, that our growing secular state has adopted an atheistic posture. The historicity of the incarnation, that itsy-bitsy baby we call Jesus, snatches Christianity from the annals of preferable fiction and rams it right smack-dab in the middle of human history. Christianity and its truth claims, including his death, burial and physical resurrection, are indelibly woven into the fabric of human history, and the quicker the reality can be submerged in political and legal oppression, the quicker people can escape, so they think, the consistent but scary implications. So, “no wonder,” Christmas is feared. The implications of the incarnation’s historicity are undeniable. A historical Jesus, logically snatches the creation of the universe
from the hands of chance, substantiates the existence of a moral lawgiver, the logical first cause of man’s irrefutable moral consciousness and identifies Jesus as the one true God before whom all men will bow. In fact, it confirms the divine moral standard upon which historic law in this country originally stood in the first place, and could lead, quite logically, to the protection of the unborn or the demise of the modern gay movement. We could no longer justify moral opposites as logically permissible. It would, to the chagrin of legislators everywhere, make moral absolutism the ethical rule of thumb; so again, I say, “no wonder” modern man abhors that baby and his evident historical ties. TONY WATTS is a freelance writer based in Thomasville. E-mail him at Tony@link2eternity.com.
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Stealing wages States, cities crack down on abuses toward immigrant workers CHICAGO (AP) – Fabian Gutierrez logged more than 60 hours a week slicing meat and stocking shelves with cheeses and milk at a neighborhood grocery for less than minimum wage and no overtime. The 32-year-old Mexican immigrant said he put up with the situation for months because he was desperate to support his wife and young daughter. And like many co-workers, he was afraid to challenge his boss. “All of us took abuse. We were disrespected,”
said Gutierrez, who found help at a workers’ rights center, joined with other workers to sue the owner of La Fruteria and now works at another grocery store that he says treats him better. Across the U.S., the longsimmering problem of employers who don’t pay their workers appears to be getting worse, especially for immigrant laborers. In the absence of aggressive federal action, some states and local governments have begun to tackle the issue on their
own. They say employers who don’t pay overtime or minimum wage are unlikely to pay into state workers’ compensation or unemployment insurance funds – bilking taxpayers even as they’re cheating workers. Workers rights centers say wage theft has become the No. 1 complaint they’ve heard in recent months. In Chicago, Working Hands Legal Clinic, which is helping Gutierrez, received 161 complaints of wage theft from January through June 2008. That jumped by more than 60 percent to 252 complaints during the same period this year. The Los Angeles-based National Day Laborer Or-
ganizing Network says at least 50 percent of day laborers – there are 120,000 on a given day in the U.S. – experience some form of wage theft. About 68 percent of low-wage workers reported wage theft in 2008, regardless of citizenship status, according to a study released earlier this year that surveyed 4,400 low-wage workers in major U.S. cities, the first such extensive review in years. “It’s not confined to the margins, or a few rogue employers. Employers realize that workers are desperate,” said Nik Theodore, a professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago and lead author of
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the study conducted with the University of California, Los Angeles and the City University of New York. “It looks like standard business practice in many industries.” Wage theft has even emerged in industries where there haven’t previously been many complaints, like fairs and carnivals, according to the Workers’ Rights Law Center of New York. Earlier this year, Dreamland Amusements Inc. agreed to pay $325,000 in back wages to Mexican workers in New York after the company was accused of forcing them to work 70 hours a week at less than minimum wage.
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All in the family Glass company is a mixture of tradition and diversity BY PAM HAYNES ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER
HIGH POINT - When James Murphey looks into a mirror, he sees a long, family history of doing business in High Point with just that – glass and mirror products. The second generation in his family to operate Furniture City Glass and Mirror Co., he has a lot of memories with the company. He remembers when his father and a fellow business partner started the business as M & S Building Specialties in 1964. He recalls the year – 1974 – when the business moved to its current location at 195 S. Centennial St. and changed its name. And he’s glad he and his father didn’t sell out when furniture companies knocked on their door, asking to buy the property for furniture showroom space. “People may have thought we were crazy, but this is a good location,” he said about resisting the offers. Keeping the company intimate and familyowned is what makes it so unique, he said, noting that his daughter, Monica Stevens, joined the company of 14 employees in 2003.
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MaryAnn Sedberry, Monica Stevens and James Murphey, owners of Furniture City Glass and Mirror Co., which has been in the family for 46 years. “My dad taught me most everything I know about the business,” he said. “He always stressed to me to do a quality job.” The company typically handles glass installation for commercial and residential construction projects, with commercial projects being the its largest revenue builder. When the housing market took a negative turn last year, however, Murphey and Stevens already had found other niche markets to create more revenue. Stevens beefed up the marketing and promotions for the company’s glass shower doors and enclosures when she joined the staff. Pictures of available options were
added to the company’s Web site, and a showroom was created to display the doors in its main lobby. Orders for installation have poured in since, Murphey said. The company also installs mirrors in bathroom renovations. Another small segment of the business that has boosted the company’s revenue is its retail sector. If a customer has a picture frame or most any glass object that is broken and needs to be repaired, Murphey and his team can take of that. Also, they cut sheets of glass for desktops or other household needs. “It’s like my dad taught me,” he said. “You never know when one of those
customers that asks for a piece of glass might down the road build an office building and think of you.” Even with a solid customer base, including business from High Point University and numerous office parks in the area, Murphey admits his business has not been immune from the economic downturn. But its diversity will keep it around for several more generations, he said. “You have to diversify some,” he said. “Some companies have had to do a 180-degree turnaround in this. We simply saw a market and pursued it, and it has paid off.”
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GM brings an end to the ‘big block’ era TONAWANDA, N.Y. (AP) – General Motors on Friday marked the end of the line for a class of V-8 engine that’s been in production for 51 years. The automaker’s western New
York plant stopped production of the latest variation of the “big block” V-8 engines. Plant manager Steve Finch called it “the end of a remarkable era.” The big engine was developed in
1958 to keep up with the growing size and weight of American automobiles. Over the years it’s been redesigned, with the latest version, the L18, going into production in
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PARIS (AP) – France’s efforts to digitize its culture, from Marcel Proust’s manuscripts to the first films of the legendary Lumiere brothers, long have been bogged down by the country’s reluctance to rely on help from American internet giant Google Inc. A new startup launched Thursday says it may be the answer. The consortium of French technology companies and governmentbacked IT research labs says it can provide the knowhow needed by Europe’s libraries, universities, publishers and others to scan, catalog and deliver to end users the contents of their archives – better than Google can. The consortium’s partners have studied the results of Google Books’ scanning efforts, “and we know that we can do better,” said Alain Pierrot, one of the project’s leaders. “We also know we have a ways to go, in productivity, in quality, in profitability. And we set up the consortium to do exactly that,” Pierrot said at a news conference to present the project. The all-French challenger calls itself “an alternative to Google,” despite a yawning gulf between them in terms of size.
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Some big airports see fewer flights, rising fares ST. LOUIS (AP) – Air travel isn’t as quick and cheap as it used to be from some big-city airports. Airlines scrambling to reverse their financial free-fall by dropping unprofitable routes has left travelers with fewer nonstop options and, sometimes, higher fares on remaining flights. Blame the recession and airlines that added too many flights to too many places in better times. In 2008, takeoffs and landings at 86 of 100 top U.S. airports declined an average 6 percent from the year before, according to the
trade group Airports Council International-North America. As 2009 draws to a close, the cuts have continued. Overall flying has been reduced to levels not seen since after the 9/11 attacks. Here’s a look at the situation at three big airports where the changes, prompted by not enough passengers paying high enough fares to cover costs, have been dramatic. • St. Louis: In 2001, American Airlines offered more than 500 daily flights at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. Next year, American will offer just 36 flights
each day there. The number of passengers using the airport dropped to 14.4 million in 2008 from 28.7 million in 1998. American, which dropped St. Louis as a hub about two years ago, is shifting its attention to hubs in Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, New York and Miami. Lambert spent $1.1 billion to build a new runway and the airport is stuck with $800 million in bond debt. Bottom line for passengers: The average price of a St. Louis to Seattle roundtrip flight on Friday was $342, up from $278 a year earlier.
• Pittsburgh: An $800 million terminal opened at Pittsburgh International Airport in 1992 when the airport was a US Airways hub. Millions more was spent to expand the terminal’s capacity, but US Air dropped it as a hub in 2004 and has cut its departures there on the busiest travel days to 49 from roughly 550 before 9/11. It is shifting nearly all of its flying to its three remaining hubs and Washington. Bottom line for passengers: A roundtrip Pittsburgh-to-Los Angeles flight cost, on average, $274 on Friday, up from $162 a year
earlier, FareCompare.com says. • Cincinnati: Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport opened a fourth runway in 2005 as part of a $250 million improvement project. By January, Delta Air Lines will have cut its daily departures there to 190, down from 480 in 2001. It will still be a Delta hub, but much smaller. Bottom line for passengers: The average price of a Cincinnati-to Salt Lake City roundtrip flight was $420 on Friday, up from $318 a year earlier, FareCompare.com says.
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• American Bus Sales and Service, the Thomas Built Buses dealer for Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia, was awarded a contract for 59 Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The buses will be delivered to Montgomery County, Md., public schools in June and July. The rear engine transitstyle school bus contract required the buses to meet strict new, nearzero 2010 EPA emission standards, Thomas Built Buses reports. The Saf-T-Liner HDX seats up to 90 students. The Montgomery County contract is the first significant order for Thomas Built buses with selective catalytic reduction technology, the bus manufacturing company reports. • The American Home Furnishings Alliance announced last week that it has turned over day-today responsibility for the High Point Market’s
media center to the High Point Market Authority, The alliance has sponsored the center for 11 years. The media center, formerly in the High Point Theater, was relocated to Showplace West for this past fall’s High Point Market as part of the transition. “By giving up the dayto-day details of operating the media center, we can now increase our media outreach efforts to attract more coverage of home furnishings trends, the products and the companies that make them,” said Jackie Hirschhaut, the alliance’s vice president of public relations. INFORMATION TO APPEAR in this column should be received in the offices of The High Point Enterprise by 4 p.m. of the Wednesday preceding the Sunday of publication. Address information to Business Notes, The High Point Enterprise, P.O. Box 1009, High Point, NC 27261.
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Amusement park sale throws industry for a loop TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) – The amusement park industry’s bumpy ride this year took another twist as one of the nation’s biggest park operators said it has reached a deal to be acquired by a private equity firm. North America’s thirdlargest chain, Ohio-based Cedar Fair LP, will turn over its 11 amusement parks, seven water parks and five hotels to Apollo Global Management for about $635 million in cash. The deal announced late Wednesday tops off 12 months that have turned the industry upside down with declining attendance, private acquisitions and the bankruptcy of Six Flags Inc., the world’s largest regional theme park company. Cedar Fair’s deal comes just two months after Anheuser-Busch InBev announced it would sell its 10 theme parks across the U.S., including the three SeaWorlds and two Busch Gardens, to private equity firm Blackstone Group for at least $2.3 billion.
“It all says we’re seeing limited growth,” said Dennis Spiegel, a themepark consultant who is president of Cincinnati-based International Theme Park Services Inc. “We’re still drawing and attracting a lot of people, but this does say we’re a mature industry now.” Attendance and revenues at many big parks have flattened out in recent years and it’s no longer a guarantee that opening an expensive roller coaster at a major theme park will bring in waves of new customers. That made it tough for Cedar Fair and Six Flags to pay off huge debt that they accumulated on spending sprees for new parks. Cedar Fair’s chairman and chief executive, Dick Kinzel, said the industry’s future is still bright, but it’s not likely to match the growth seen in the 1990s when parks had huge revenues and spent millions on new roller coasters and thrill rides. “I don’t think it’s peaked,” he said. “People
still like escaping and having a good time.” Cedar Fair transformed from a regional chain to an industry giant in 2006 with its $1.24 billion acquisition of Paramount Parks Inc. The deal added five amusement parks to its lineup, including Kings Island near Cincinnati, but also gave Cedar Fair a heavy debt load that it could not escape. Apollo now will assume Cedar Fair’s $1.7 billion debt as long as holders of two-thirds of the company’s shares approve the transaction. Cedar Fair, based in Sandusky, already had made a number of moves in the past year to shore up its bottom line. It sold a large chunk of land next to Canada’s Wonderland, its park outside Toronto, and the company cut cash distributions to unit holders. It also put up for sale two of its amusement parks along with the site of a now-closed park near Cleveland, but no deals ever materialized. None of that was enough, especially in the
face of a weak economy. “We never thought it was going to be as bad as it was,” said Kinzel, who got his start supervising food stands in 1972 at the company’s flagship park, Cedar Point in Sandusky, and became chief executive in 1986. He said there were no regrets over the acquisition of the Paramount Parks and that Cedar Fair would have been fine if it weren’t for economic downturn that has cut into attendance and spending. “The last thing I wanted to do is give up control of the company,” he said. Cedar Fair said attendance dropped by 1.2 million visitors during the first three quarters, and guests who did visit the parks spent less money. Other amusement parks tried similar tactics. The Walt Disney Co. began offering numerous discounts and specials to keep visitors coming. Six Flags posted a secondquarter loss of $121 million, noting that groups, companies, schools and other organizations cut out trips.
Britain may be singing ‘Blue Christmas’ this year LONDON (AP) – Snow is falling, shops are packed, and people in the streets are carrying bags filled with brightly-wrapped Christmas presents. Londoners are flocking to Harrods and London’s lesser known shops and malls despite the deep recession that sees Britain lagging behind much of Europe and the United States in its uncertain recovery. But many say they are be-
ing much more frugal than in the past. In Britain and across Europe, Christmas 2009 is turning into a mixed bag of cheer and gloom. The downturn has lasted longer than initially forecast, and retail sales figures released Thursday show continued downward drift. Some cautious shoppers say they are buying less and thrifting more, and those who have lost their jobs say they have cut way
back, but others say it’s Christmas as usual – spend, spend, spend. The same mood can be found in much of Europe, where shoppers seem subdued but less shaken than they were last year. “People are buying quicker this year,” said Boris Vlahusic, selling scarves in a Christmas market in the Frankfurt train station. “They don’t think too much. The atmosphere is
much like it was two or three years ago. And more are people deciding to buy. Not just to look and to say goodbye.” Londoner Ruth Sullivan was among the crowds marching into Harrods, even though she proclaimed that she doesn’t usually like the landmark store. “What recession?” she said. “It’s not affecting me. I’m quite happy, and I haven’t spent very much.”
• The Thomasville Woman’s Club announces that Neal Younts of High Point will become caterer and manager effective Jan. 1. A longtime worker in the catering business, he worked for Plum Decadence, and his new company is called Carolina Cuisine Catering. Younts will continue with the same food services as in the past at Thomasville Woman’s Club. • Dixon Hughes announces that Karen Furstenberg is a member in the Charlotte office. As part of the firm’s Risk Advisory Services group, Furstenberg will be responsible for growing and delivering risk advisory services, such as process improvement, internal audit and compliance-related services. Her focus will be larger public and private clients in all industries in the market area. Dixon Hughes also announces the appointment of Walter McNairy as member-in-charge of the Dixon Hughes Financial Institution Services Group. In addition to his client service responsibilities, McNairy was
previously director of SEC services for Dixon Hughes where he developed and implemented new policies and procedures for the firm’s public company practice. He succeeds Wallace Edge, who is member-in-charge of industries for Dixon Hughes. Based in the Raleigh office, McNairy will lead an 18-member leadership team. • Dr. Bertrand A. Bonnick, a sedation dentist who practices in High Point, recently fulfilled the requirements to receive diplomate status with the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation. The credential has been accomplished by only a handful of dentists in the nation and includes advanced training, experience and special educational requirements. COMPANIES WANTING to submit business people items and pictures should have the information arrive in the offices of The High Point Enterprise by 4 p.m. of the Wednesday preceding the Sunday of publication. Address information to Business People, The High Point Enterprise, P.O. Box 1009, High Point, NC 27261.
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‘Boundary-spanners’ thriving in the workplace putting on more weddings for Christians than Jews, and some mixed marriages. Much like At this very moment, “bound- Katz, Gary Gambhir, vice presiary-spanners” are thriving in the dent at Integrated Resources Inc., workplace, despite the economy a national staffing firm with 75 and lost jobs. Who are they? David employees based in Edison, N.J., Trickett, president of the Method- spans boundaries all year long. ist Iliff School of Theology in Den- He is Sikh, while the company ver, Colo., explains they’re “highly creative. They understand they have a place in more than one realm of experience.” This orientation nurtures their ability to make “relevant patterns of connections” in the workplace (and elsewhere) at a time when people are always making transactions and affirming their separateness. Trickett discusses them in his chapter of “Faith in Leadership,” David Trickett by Robert Banks and Kimberly Methodist Iliff School of Theology president Powell (Jossey-Bass, $46.59). The three boundary-spanners in this president is Hindu. Other relicolumn became that way for in- gions represented are Christiantellectual, aesthetic and spiritual ity, Judaism and Islam. Why are they spanning boundreasons. aries? Meshed cultures have a lot to do with it for Zelin: “Having RICHNESS Boundary-spanners in the grown up in Brooklyn, I’ve been workplace feel that their lives are exposed to many religions and fuller. Steven Zelin of Zelin En- I value diversity of people, cultertainment L.L.C., in New York tures and religions. I’m happy to City, is “The Singing CPA” in ad- celebrate and make fun of everydition to being a practicing CPA. body.” Gambhir, coming out of a He writes humorous songs about 500-year old tradition based in Inaccounting, which he sings while dia and parts of Pakistan, became strumming his guitar. Harriette interested in other religions when Rose Katz, president of the same he formed his American company city’s Gourmet Advisory Services with its president 13 years ago. As Inc., designs, plans and manages the company grew, they began to such special events as weddings, celebrate other traditions, such bar mitzvahs and holiday parties. as a holiday (Christmas) dinner Although she describes herself as for everyone. That’s been going “very Jewish,” these days she’s on for more than eight years. BY MILDRED L. CULP WORKWISE FEAURES
‘They understand they have a place in more than one realm of experience.’
PERSPECTIVES Zelin has been known to spend Christmas in the home countries of Mexican and French families. His first songs were about Christmas. “Jingle Bells” morphed into “IRS Jingle Bells.” He wrote a dozen or more songs for his holiday CD and realized many accountants are Jewish. That led to Jewish songs, including “Hava Tequilla.” Katz loves the beauty of Christmas. “Christmas to me is the most beautiful time of year, the decorations, lights, festive feeling and music,” she comments. One year, when working with a couple planning a Jewish wedding at the prestigious Metropolitan Club in New York City, she mentioned there would be a large Christmas tree and lots of wreaths. She persuaded her clients to incorporate them in their own decorative scheme. Zelin thrives on learning about other traditions – almost a necessity for survival in New York. Gambhir has read quite a bit about them and loves bonding with others. As a Sikh, he believes “the human race is basically one and that people love connecting with each other. We are all the same. There is one god. The teachings are pretty much the same. Do good deeds, be truthful and good to others, and life is good. If you’re not, things are not good.” Clearly, boundary-spanning creates richer lives at work. SPECIAL | WORKWISE FEATURES
DR. MILDRED L. CULP, Workwise Features, is an award-winning journalist. E-mail questions or comments to culp@ workwise.net.
Event planner Harriette Rose Katz of New York City is featured at a Manhattan fundraising gala for Lenox Hill Neighborhood House, which provides assistance for seniors. A “boundary-spanner,” she is president of the city’s Gourmet Advisory Services Inc.
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FORD ’69. SELL OR TRADE. 429 eng., Needs restoring $1000/Firm. 431-8611 PLYMOUTH Concorde 1951. Sale or TradeNeeds restoring. $2100 firm. 431-8611
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78 Camaro LT, V8, All orig. Runs Great. 1 owner. #’s Match. $2000/neg 434-9864
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WINSTON-SALEM – Comparative scores from games in the past few days don’t bode well for N.C. State as it travels to Wake Forest for what will be the Atlantic Coast Conference opener for both teams tonight at the Joel Coliseum (7:45, Fox SportSouth). Wake destroyed Elon 90-50 last Sunday night. State struggled to defeat the Phoenix 79-76 on Thursday. The combination of outcomes suggests a blowout in the Demon Deacons favor. Don’t bet on it. Wolfpack players admitted they took the Phoenix for granted after seeing how easily they were beaten by Wake. “We didn’t give them the respect they deserved,” State head coach Sidney Lowe said. ”Elon determined that they could beat us. Anytime you fight a bigger opponent and throw the first punch, you can get some confidence. I told the coaches before the game I wasn’t feeling it. I could see it in the players’ eyes. You have to come to play every game. This is the first time this year we didn’t do that.” Sophomore center Tracy Smith, who leads the Wolfpack in scoring with an 18.3 average, realizes State can’t play the same way against Wake and win. “We can’t do this against Wake Forest, an ACC school,” Smith said. “We talked about it in the locker room after the Elon game. If we do, we are going to lose by 30.” State, picked to finish near the bottom of the ACC, stands 8-1. Wake is 7-2 heading into the 230th meeting in the series that dates to the 1910-11 season. State has won nine of the last 15 games against Wake, including a 4-2 mark in Lowe’s three seasons. The teams have split the past two seasons, with each team winning on its home floor. “It’s a conference game and we’re going to be fired up for that,” said Dennis Horner, who is second on the State scoring list with a 15.0 average. “We’re going to keep playing and come out with a victory.” gsmith@hpe.com | 888-3519
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Texas’ Damion James (5) powers to the basket as North Carolina’s Tyler Zeller (44) and Ed Davis move to defend during Saturday’s game in Arlington, Texas. James finished with 25 points and 15 rebounds as the second-ranked Longhorns downed the 10th-ranked Tar Heels 103-90.
Longhorns shred Tar Heel defense ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) – After loading up on lopsided wins against mostly unimpressive foes, No. 2 Texas showed its can be just as tough on the big boys of college basketball. Damion James had 25 points and 15 rebounds, leading a four-man scoring frenzy that carried the Longhorns to a 103-90 victory over No. 10 North Carolina on Saturday in the first basketball game at Cowboys Stadium. James was among four Longhorns to score at least 20 points. That group alone nearly outscored the Tar Heels, combining for 89 points. All told, Texas became the first team to score 100 points in regulation against North Carolina since Roy Williams became head coach in 2003-04. The Longhorns (10-0) also kept up a streak of winning by double-digit margins. This was their closest game yet. Then again, it also was their first
time playing a ranked team. “We knew we had to come today and send a message to the nation that we’re not playing around, that we can also go against good competition,” said Dexter Pittman, who had 23 points and a season-high 15 rebounds. “We showed that.” Can they do it again? They’ll find out Tuesday when No. 12 Michigan State visits Austin. “Hopefully, we show up like we did today,” said J’Covan Brown, who had 21 points. Avery Bradley added 20 points as the Longhorns cruised to victory in the same building where Colt McCoy and the Texas football team won the Big 12 title two weeks before. North Carolina (8-3) led for most of the first 16 minutes, then fell behind for good during a stretch of 10 straight misses. The Tar Heels gave up a 23-7 run going into halftime that included an inbounds pass that was
stolen and turned into a layup by Bradley with 1 second left. North Carolina clawed to within 82-78 with 6:59 to play, but simply couldn’t keep up with Texas’ scorers. For instance, while Ed Davis and Tyler Zeller were a combined 16 of 21 for 37 points, the rest of the Tar Heels combined for just 20 baskets. Marcus Ginyard returned from a one-game absence to score 13, but he missed seven of his first 10 tries. Dexter Strickland also came back from a one-game absence and scored 12. No other UNC players hit double figures. “Their energy level was higher than ours,” Ginyard said. “Their intensity was higher than ours and they were competing for the majority of the game and we weren’t.” The Longhorns outrebounded the Tar Heels 60-41; Pittman alone had 12 offensive rebounds.
Duke drills Gonzaga NEW YORK (AP) – It wasn’t an official point guard reunion for Duke at Madison Square Garden, but the man who currently runs the offense must have made the old-timers proud. So did their alma mater’s defense. Nolan Smith scored 24 points, point guard Jon Scheyer added 20 points and eight assists and No. 7 Duke held No. 15 Gonzaga to its lowest point total in 25 years in a 76-41 victory Saturday in the Aeropostale Classic. Among those in the crowd of 14,554 on a snowy day were Jay Williams, Chris Duhon, Greg Paulus and current assistant Steve Wojciechowski, all players who ran the point successfully at Duke for coach Mike Krzyzewski. “I didn’t know who was here until after the game and that’s a good
thing because you play a little differently if you do,” Scheyer said. “I’m not one of those guys. They were obviously great guards and it was fun for Nolan and I to Scheyer have a game like that.” Fun was not a word heard much in the Gonzaga locker room with the Bulldogs being held to their lowest point total since a 62-40 loss to Iowa on Nov. 28, 1984. “We got throttled in every aspect of basketball,” coach Mark Few said. “They outrebounded us. We turned the ball over more and they took more free throws. They beat us in every aspect. It was an old-fashioned take you out to the woodshed and beat you down.” This wasn’t a perfect game for either team for most of the first half.
Duke (9-1) missed 12 of its first 15 shots from the field and it was only that the Bulldogs (8-3) were struggling as well, making only two of their first 10 shots, that the game was close for the first 15 minutes. The Blue Devils were able to straighten things out enough to take a 31-17 halftime lead, but they missed all six of their 3-point attempts. Smith hit two 3s and Scheyer added another in a 9-1 run to open the second half and the rout was on. Scheyer, who was coming off a career-high 36 points against GardnerWebb when he was two rebounds and an assist shy of a triple-double, also had eight assists. Scheyer, who entered the game leading the nation with a 6.4:1 assist-turnover ratio, had two turnovers. Robert Sacre led the Bulldogs with nine points on 2-of-11 shooting.
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he Carolina Panthers visit Minnesota tonight for a prime-time showdown. With an astonishing 10 players on injured reserve, Carolina probably is a better candidate for a guest-starring role on “ER,” Marcus Welby, MD” or “Dr. Kildare.” I’m not sure the cast of “MASH” could save the Panthers tonight. Carolina enters with serious injury con-
cerns along the offensive and defensive lines, at linebacker, cornerback, running back, wide receiver and quarterback. Heck, Sir Purr, the Panthers mascot, is probably battling some sort of injury. A healthy Carolina (5-8) would struggle to match up with the powerful Vikings (11-2). With so many injuries, the Panthers appear to be no match for Brett Favre, Adrian
Peterson, Jared Allen and the Vikings. In fact, this mismatch could turn into a spinoff of another classic prime-time program – “Name That Score.” My prediction? Minnesota 42, Carolina 14. Good luck, Panthers. I think you’ll need it.
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Incoming Florida State coach Jimbo Fisher is ready to focus on playing West Virginia in the Gator Bowl. Fisher said on Saturday that he is pleased his five-year, $9 million contract to coach Florida State is done and that it solidifies the future of the program he’ll inherit from Hall of Fame coach Bobby Bowden on Jan. 5. “Everybody knows what’s going on with the future,” said Fisher, who is the Seminoles offensive coordinator. “The more clarity you give the players of the future, the better it is.” Bowden will coach his final game Jan. 1 in the Gator Bowl against the Mountaineers. Fisher’s contract includes incentives that could increase his total yearly compensation almost to the $2.5 million Bowden earned in 2009.
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HPU men hope practice pays dividends P
ractice, man, practice. Since losing to South Carolina State on Dec. 9, that’s all High Point University men’s basketball team has been doing, thanks to the break that allowed the Panthers to concentrate on fall semester final exams. As exam breaks go, HPU’s was relatively smooth from a logistical standpoint. Because all of the Panthers took their exams in the morning, coach Scott Cherry had a full squad for their afternoon workouts, unlike some teams which occasionally have some members missing while they take tests. Good thing. After a 4-4 start that includes a 2-4 mark against Division I teams, Cherry targeted several areas where the Panthers need improvement as they get ready for a road doubleheader that’s supposed to begin today at 2 p.m. five hours up the road at Marshall University in Huntington, W.Va., and to continue Monday at Youngstown State in Ohio. “We’ve had several good days of practices,” Cherry said. “Sometimes during exams, it’s hard for the guys to focus on the stuff we’re working on and that’s understandable. But we’ve had a lot of intensity. They’ve worked hard and I think we accomplished some things that we wanted to get across.” Not everything has been a negative for HPU. In addition to the blowouts against non-Division I foes Pembroke State and Hampden-Sydney, Cherry thought the Panthers turned in some of their best minutes when they led most
of the first half against Wake Forest. He was pleased with the way they stepped up on defense to create turnovers and rallied from 10 points down in the second half to defeat Presbyterian on the road. And, he was SPORTS generally pleased with their play at Winthrop in Greer leading 54-51 at the half Smith and 66-63 in the second ■■■ half before the Golden Eagles got hot. “In certain areas, we’ve been good offensively when we play our style of play,” Cherry said. “At times, we’ve gotten scores in transition off our defense. In some stretches, like the first half at Wake, we’ve been really, really good.” The negatives have also been apparent. The Panthers at times slip out of the style of play that Cherry wants. They have lapses on defense. They depend too much at times on Nick Barbour and Eugene Harris scoring from the outside, with Barbour averaging 20.8 points per game and Harris averaging 12.4 ppg. They commit too many turnovers to suit Cherry, averaging just over 17 a game while forcing the same number. They have a rebounding deficit of 5.7 per game in addition to the lack of consistent scoring inside. And, in almost every game, they’ve come out flat at the start of the second half. The lack of inside scoring and the
defensive issues played major parts in the loss at S.C. State. Redshirt freshman Corey Law has provided the Panthers’ biggest inside threat, averaging 8.5 ppg. No one else on the Panthers averages more than 6.3. “Not getting the scoring we need inside is a concern and something we tried to address during the break,” Cherry said. “We’ve worked on getting in better position to score and to rebound. South Carolina State played a zone against us, and we wound up taking too many outside shots. We don’t get enough passing or dribble penetration to create opportunities underneath. We can’t rely on our perimeter players all the time.” The defense woes come from a lack of execution, Cherry said. “We play a group or team defense,” Cherry explained. “We’ve got to stay in front of the offense, look ahead, stay alert, rotate around and help out. We’ve got to play team defense.” The lack of intensity coming out of halftime and the turnovers continue to frustrate Cherry. “We’ve address that during the break,” Cherry said. “We’ll keep working to try to solve it. if we have to keep starting a different five in the second half, we will. And, we just have to do a better job taking care of the basketball.” He knows the Panthers have to play better to have a chance of beating Marshall, one of three money road games on HPU’s schedule. Wake Forest
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What a view! From left, Duke’s Brian Zoubek, Nolan Smith (2) and Jon Scheyer celebrate Saturday’s 76-41 victory over 15th-ranked Gonzaga in the Aeropostale Basketball Classic at Madison Square Garden in New York. Smith finished with a game-high 24 points and Scheyer added 20 points and eight assists for the seventh-ranked Blue Devils.
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18 points, and his layup with 1.2 seconds left helped the Mountaineers hold on LAWRENCE, Kan. – Marcus Morris after the pesky Vikings rallied from 17 had a career-high 23 points and 10 re- points down. Kevin Jones scored a cabounds, and Sherron Collins scored 19 reer-high 23 for West Virginia (8-0). to help No. 1 Kansas beat Michigan 75-64 on Saturday. (8) VILLANOVA 96, FORDHAM 58 Kansas (10-0) wasn’t always crisp in EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Reggie winning its 48th straight home game. Redding returned from a suspension to Michigan fell to 5-5. score 15 points and add nine rebounds in his first game of the season for the (3) KENTUCKY 90, AUSTIN PEAY 69 Wildcats. LEXINGTON, Ky. – Patrick Patterson scored 21 points, and the Wildcats SOUTHERN CAL 77, (9) TENNESSEE 55 moved within one victory of becoming LOS ANGELES – Alex Stepheson had the first college basketball program to 19 points and a career-high 15 rebounds, reach 2,000. John Wall added 17 points and the Trojans handed the Vols their and six assists for Kentucky (11-0). worst loss under coach Bruce Pearl.
(4) PURDUE 69, BALL STATE 49
(12) MICHIGAN ST. 80, IPFW 58
INDIANAPOLIS – Robbie Hummel had 19 points and nine rebounds, and the Boilermakers won their 10th straight to start a season for only the second time since the 1936-37 season. Jarrod Jones had 16 points and eight rebounds for Ball State (3-5).
EAST LANSING, Mich. – Raymar Morgan and Delvon Roe scored 14 points apiece as the Spartans tuned up for Tuesday’s visit to No. 2 Texas.
(18) OHIO ST. 60, DELAWARE ST. 44
COLUMBUS, Ohio – William Buford had 18 points, David Lighty added 12 (6) WEST VIRGINIA 80, CLEVELAND ST. 78 and the Buckeyes shot 60 percent from CLEVELAND – Da’Sean Butler scored the field to improve to 9-2.
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) – James Dews scored 15 points and the Miami Hurricanes had a big rebounding advantage to beat Florida Atlantic 87-69 on Saturday in the first game of the Orange Bowl Basketball Classic. Dews scored all of his points in the first half, when Miami built a 4323 lead. Dwayne Collins had 17 points and 14 rebounds for the Hurricanes, who enjoyed a 55-31 edge on the boards. Miami had 24 offensive rebounds and shot 8-for-16 from 3-point range. The Hurricanes improved to 11-1, with their lone loss a onepoint defeat at Boston College on Dec. 6. They won for the 19th time in 20 games against the Owls. Raymond Taylor had 23 points and seven assists for Florida Atlantic, which fell to 5-5. The Owls ran off 10 consecutive points early in the second half and closed the margin to 45-35 but could get no closer.
and Auburn were the others. It will be HPU’s first encounter with Marshall since losing 74-73 at Cam Henderson Center during the 2004-05 season. The Thundering Herd are 8-1 and riding a six-game winning streak, following a 105-54 rout of Brescia in which Gastonia native Hassan Whiteside registered a triple-double of 17 points, 14 rebounds and a school-record of 11 blocks. Marshall’s lone loss came against Old Dominion. Tyler Wilkerson, a 6-8 forward, leads the Herd of Conference USA in scoring with a 13.0 average. Whiteside, a 7-0 freshman forward, is next at 12.1, followed by sophomore guard Shaquille Johnson at 11.4. “They are very big, have a lot of length and are very athletic,” Cherry said. “Whiteside just had the triple double. Offensively, they like to use ball screens and get the ball down to their big guys. They are a very good team. Horizon League member Youngstown State was 4-5 going into Saturday’s conference tilt at Wisconsin-Green Bay. DeAndre Mays, a guard, leads Youngstown in scoring with a 13.0 average. “Youngstown mixes up its defenses,” Cherry said. “They’ll play 2-3 zone and man-to-man. They played Pitt tough (before losing by 16). We’ve got our work cut out to come out with a pair of victories.” It’s time to concentrate on something besides practice, man. gsmith@hpe.com | 888-3519
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SEWANEE, Tenn. – Seniors Tyler Sanborn and Clay Henson combined for 51 points in Guilford College’s 71-58 victory over Huntingdon College Saturday in the opening round of the Lon Varnell Classic at the University of the South. Sanborn, a 6-10 senior center, totalled 27 points and 14 rebounds, both game highs. The Quakers (7-1) are ranked sixth in this week’s D3hoops.
com Top 25 Poll. Henson added 24 points, a gamehigh six assists and four steals for Guilford. Leon Frazier’s nine points led the Hawks (2-5). Jack Montgomery contributed five points and a team-best 13 rebounds, seven off the offensive glass. Guilford wraps up tournament play today at 2 p.m. against Rust College, a 74-67 winner over host Sewanee in Saturday’s opening game.
Merthie leads Camels past Dolphins BUIES CREEK (AP) – Lorne Merthie tied his season high with 17 points – hitting four 3pointers in the first 13 minutes – and Campbell defeated Jacksonville 73-57 on Saturday in the Dolphins’ Atlantic Sun Conference opener. The Camels (6-3, 2-0) jumped out to a 9-0 lead, then Jacksonville used a
9-1 run to pull within a point. Campbell forced 13 of the Dolphins’ 24 turnovers in the first half to take a 35-23 lead into halftime. The Dolphins (1-6, 0-1) closed to 36-26 with 17:03 left, but could get no closer. Jonathan Rodriguez added 14 points and William Kossangue had 13 for Campbell.
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Vikings, Panthers clash in prime time CHARLOTTE (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Minnesota and Carolina each won division titles last season and have elite running backs and defensive ends. The similarities end at quarterback. Gambles in the offseason by both clubs are largely responsible for the Vikings (11-2) being on the verge of clinching the NFC North when they visit the bumbling Panthers (5-8) tonight. Brett Favre vs. the combination of Jake Delhomme and Matt Moore? No contest. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A great piece of the puzzle,â&#x20AC;? Vikings coach Brad Childress said of his relentless offseason pursuit of the 40-year-old Favre. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been just puzzling for the Panthers, who made no attempt to woo Favre despite Delhomme six-turnover meltdown in Januaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playoff loss to Arizona. Instead, Delhomme was given a lucrative contract extension â&#x20AC;&#x201C; only to commit five more turnovers in a season-opening loss to Philadelphia. Delhomme was up to 18 interceptions when he broke a finger on his throwing hand Nov. 29 against the New York Jets. The inexperienced Moore has guided Carolina to only two touchdowns in two games. So as Favre posts gaudy numbers and combines with running back Adrian Peterson and defensive end Jared Allen to put the Vikings on the verge of consecutive division crowns for the first time since the glory days of the 1970s, the Panthers are downtrodden and beaten up, leaving John Foxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future uncertain. Running back DeAngelo Williams is posting big numbers and defensive end Julius Peppers has shown
flashes of brilliance, but horrible QB play has doomed Carolina in a miserable season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You consider everything at any position, whatever you can do, whether it fits in to your salary cap situation,â&#x20AC;? Fox said when asked why the team didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pursue Favre. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are just a lot of different things by a lot of different teams. But you consider everything.â&#x20AC;? While Fox evades questions and tries to deal with a makeshift lineup minus 10 players on injured reserve, the Vikings roll into Charlotte with plenty on the line. Favre bounced back from an ugly performance in a blowout loss to Arizona with a solid effort in a rout of Cincinnati last week. With Favre sitting at 27 touchdown passes and just six interceptions, the Vikings are one victory away from the NFC North crown. They could have it wrapped up before they hit the field tonight if Green Bay loses to Pittsburgh. Minnesota can also clinch a first-round playoff bye with a victory and a Philadelphia loss to San Francisco. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not that far away from the Sunday night football game that we played poorly,â&#x20AC;? Childress said, warning of a letdown similar to the Cardinals loss. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every game in the National Football League stands on its own. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any illusions about the Carolina Panthers. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve played them the last couple of years and I know how John has put that thing together down there.â&#x20AC;? Only itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fallen apart, with injuries another culprit. Right tackle Jeff Otah became the latest casualty
when he tore cartilage in his left knee in last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s loss at New England. With left tackle Jordan Gross also out for the season, the Panthers will have inexperienced Mackenzy Bernadeau at left guard and Geoff Schwartz at right tackle in his first NFL start. Throw in Moore, expected to start his third straight game ahead of Delhomme, and an ineffective receiving corps after Steve Smith, and it could be a productive evening for the Allen-led Vikingsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defense. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Obviously, if the starters are out you want to take advantage of that,â&#x20AC;? said Allen, second in the NFL with 121â &#x201E;2 sacks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our game plan is very simple, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change week to week. We want to stop the run, get after the quarterback, be successful on first and second downs, and create turnovers.â&#x20AC;? Favre and Peterson found a happy medium in the 3010 rout of the Bengals. Despite being without receiver Percy Harvin (migraines), Favre threw 30 times for 192 yards, one touchdown and one interception. Peterson carried 26 times for 97 yards and two scores. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll likely pose problems for the Panthers, who could have their 14th different defensive starting lineup in 14 games with cornerback Richard Marshall hobbled by a sore ankle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be dominant in the pass game, but if you are doing just enough of each ...â&#x20AC;? Favre said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Play-actions, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to rush for 200 yards for a play-action to work. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be overpowering the run game for a bootleg to work. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about timing, the threat of that run, and being good at both, being able to make one look like the other.â&#x20AC;?
Packers face tattered, torn Steel Curtain What in the wide world of sports is wrong with the Pittsburgh Steelers? The defending Super Bowl champions seem unable to figure it out, and with Green Bay coming to Heinz Field on Sunday the answers might not come against a true playoff contender. Pittsburgh has dropped five straight after winning five in a row, something we might expect from a middling team with a weak foundation, or a rebuilding club. But from the Steelers? â&#x20AC;&#x153;In this league, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very fine line between winning and losing,â&#x20AC;? coach Mike Tomlin says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The line is not so fine when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re playing dominant ... But when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not playing dominant, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to find a way to make significant plays at correct moments.â&#x20AC;? Even if they find the way, it probably is too late for the Steelers (6-7) to get into the playoffs. Sure, 24 teams remain in contention for postseason berths, but Pittsburgh needs to sweep just to stay viable. The first obstacle is a huge one. Green Bay (9-4) has gone in the exact opposite direction from where the Steelers are headed, winning five straight to take hold of the top NFC wild-card berth. The Packâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new 3-4 defense is beginning to resemble, well, the Steel Curtain, and Green Bayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offensive weapons have found holes in the best defenses. Right now, the Steelers, without star safety Troy Polamalu, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have that kind of D. Unbeaten New Orleans hosted struggling Dallas on Saturday night. Then, today, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Miami at Tennessee; Arizona at Detroit; Atlanta at the New York Jets; Houston at St. Louis; Chicago at Baltimore; New England at Buffalo; Cleveland at Kansas City; San Francisco at Philadelphia; Oakland at Denver; Cincinnati at San Diego; Tampa Bay at Seattle; and Minnesota at Carolina. On Monday night, the New York Giants go to Washington. The Indianapolis Colts became just the third 14-0 team in league history by beating Jacksonville 35-31 Thursday night. They extended their NFL record to 23 straight regular-season wins as Peyton Manning threw for four touchdowns and surpassed 4,000 yards passing for the 10th time. Jacksonville fell to 7-7 and lost control of the race for the final AFC wild-card spot. Dallas (8-5) at New Orleans (13-0) The Saints havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lost all year, obviously, and the Cowboys donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t win much in December (5-10 with Tony Romo as quarterback). New Orleans needs to keep winning to get home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs, and actually could clinch that by beating Dallas on the NFL Network and if the Vikings lose at Carolina, also a primetime game the next night. Even with the Saints staring at histo-
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CINCINNATI (9-4) AT SAN DIEGO (10-3) A win gives the Chargers a playoff spot. A Denver loss and the AFC West is theirs, too. San Diegoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eight-game winning string has been obscured somewhat by the two unbeaten teams. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As good as they can be going, they can turn in the other direction,â&#x20AC;? QB Philip Rivers said of fortunate plays. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just because you win eight in row doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to win the ninth. As we found out last year, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot that can happen in the last two weeks of the season. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve just got to carry on like we have and take care of business.â&#x20AC;? Cincinnati will take care of business in the AFC North with a victory, but the Bengals must get their passing game back on track, and they easily could be distracted by the tragic death of receiver Chris Henry.
SAN FRANCISCO (6-7) AT PHILADELPHIA (9-4) Coming off a strong performance in an upset of Arizona that included forcing seven turnovers, the Niners face another high-tech offense that also can be victimized by interceptions and fumbles. Now that Philadelphia has climbed to the top of the NFC East with four straight victories, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not the time to stumble with Denver and Dallas on tap to finish the schedule. San Francisco rookie receiver Michael Crabtree should take notes on what Phillyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fantastic DeSean Jackson does. Jackson has tied the NFL mark for touchdowns of 50 yards or longer in a season with eight.
ATLANTA (6-7) AT N.Y. JETS (7-6) The Attrition Bowl. Atlanta has been without several key offensive players, including QB Matt Ryan, RB Michael Turner and tackle Sam Baker, and has lost two in a row. The Jets didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have Mark Sanchez for most of their two straight wins, and have been operating without key performers RB Leon Washington and NT Kris Jenkins for weeks. Yet both are in the wild-card mix, though neither has a tiebreaker edge. Each team must win out and hope.
TAMPA BAY (1-12) AT SEATTLE (5-8) CHICAGO (4-9) AT BALTIMORE (7-6) Last season, Matt Forte was a standout rookie running back and Ray Rice was so-so. Now Rice is a 1,000-yard rusher with a team-high 68 receptions, and the man to watch in this one.
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As lopsided a rivalry as there is, the Patriots have won 12 in a row against the Bills, including an opener in which they rallied in the final minutes for a 25-24 victory. At least Leodis McKelvin, who fumbled the kickoff that set up the winning score, isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t around to cost Buffalo; heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been on injured reserve for weeks. Tom Brady is within 170 yards of 4,000 in his comeback season from knee surgery. He also has thrown for 23 TDs and N.Y. GIANTS (7-6) AT WASHINGTON (4-9) 11 interceptions and has a 95.4 quarterIf the Giantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defense is as leaky back rating, yet thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the impression against the impotent Redskins (22nd going around he is not having a good overall), any shot at the playoffs could year because the Patriots are not rundisappear. Washington has been a tough ning away with their division. out all season, particularly in divisional games. CLEVELAND (2-11) AT KANSAS CITY (3-10) Wideout Steve Smith set a Giants reFigures that after their only imprescord with 85 receptions this season, and sive performance of the season in a win his matchup with the solid Redskins over Pittsburgh, the news surrounding secondary could be a highlight on Mon- the Browns centers on Mike Holmgrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day night. availability, not any on-field achievements. At least the Chiefs have stability in the front office with GM Scott OAKLAND (4-9) AT DENVER (8-5) If Brandon Marshall can catch a re- Pioli and coach Todd Haley, who were cord 21 passes against Indy, how many brought in last winter. might he grab against Oakland? Actually, Marshall wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t likely be the key HOUSTON (6-7) AT ST. LOUIS (1-12) here with Nnamdi Asomugha covering The Rams have the No. 1 overall draft him. Look for Denver to use rookie RB choice in reach after using the No. 2 spot Knowshon Moreno extensively against on tackle Jason Smith in April. Some a weak run defense. things donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change much. And look for JaMarcus Russell on the The Texans have their sights on their sideline again as retread QB Charlie first winning season, but need a sweep Frye gets his chance with Bruce Grad- of St. Louis, Miami and New England. kowski hurt. How the never mighty Clearly, the first step is the easiest. have fallen.
MIAMI (7-6) AT TENNESSEE (6-7) These clubs were a combined 2-12 at the end of October. Now look at them. The Dolphins have a shot at the AFC East, although they need someone to beat New England to make up a one-game gap for starters. Miami has won four of five and finishes with home games against Houston and Pittsburgh. Tennessee has gone from 0-6 to at least being in the postseason hunt. The turnaround coincided with Vince Young replacing Kerry Collins at quarterback and the secondary getting healthy, but Young was sidelined by a left hamstring problem during last weekendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s win. Chris Johnsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s run toward 2,000 yards is healthy: CJ needs 374 in the final three games and is averaging 125, which puts him on target.
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High school holiday basketball tournament schedules GIRLS At Asheboro High Monday, Dec. 21 Randleman vs. Jordan-Matthews, 4 p.m. Eastern Randolph vs. Providence Grove, 5:30 p.m. Asheboro vs. Wheatmore, 7 p.m. SW Randolph vs. Trinity, 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22 Randleman-JM vs. ER-Providence losers, 2 p.m. Asheboro-Wheatmore vs. SWRTrinity losers, 3:30 p.m. Randleman-JM vs. ER-Providence winners, 6:30 p.m. Asheboro-Wheatmore vs. SWRTrinity winners, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23 Seventh-place game, 2 p.m. Fifth-place game, 3:30 p.m. Third-place game, 6:30 p.m. Championship, 8 p.m.
Bank of North Carolina Christmas Classic Monday, Dec. 28 At Southwest Guilford Wesleyan Christian girls vs. Christian Academy of Knoxville, 3 p.m. Wesleyan Christian boys vs. Western Guilford, 4:30 p.m. Southwest Guilford girls vs. Cardinal Gibbons, 6 p.m. Southwest Guilford boys vs. Christian Academy of Knoxville, 7:30 p.m. At High Point Central T. Wingate Andrews girls vs. Southern Guilford, 3 p.m. Westchester Country Day boys vs. Southern Guilford, 4:30 p.m. High Point Central girls vs. Calvary Baptist, 6 p.m. High Point Central boys vs. Calvary Baptist, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29 At Southwest Guilford HPC-Calvary vs. TWA-Southern girls winners, 3 p.m. Westchester-Southern vs. HPCCalvary boys winners, 4:30 p.m. Southwest-Gibbons vs. WesleyanKnoxville girls winners, 6 p.m. Wesleyan-Western vs. SouthwestKnoxville boys winners, 7:30 p.m. At High Point Central Southwest-Gibbons vs. WesleyanKnoxville girls losers, 3 p.m. Westchester-Southern vs. HPCCalvary boys losers, 4:30 p.m. HPC-Calvary vs. TWA-Southern girls losers, 6 p.m. Wesleyan-Western vs. SouthwestKnoxville boys losers, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30 At Southwest Guilford Fifth-place girls game, 11 a.m. Fifth-place boys game, 12:30 p.m. Third-place girls game, 2 p.m. Third-place boys game, 3:30 p.m. At High Point Central Seventh-place girls game, 3 p.m. Seventh-place boys game, 4:30 p.m. Girls championship, 6 p.m. Boys championship, 7:30 p.m.
NewBridge Bank Christmas Classic At Ledford Saturday, Dec. 26 Lexington vs. North Davidson girls, 4:30 p.m. Ledford vs. South Davidson girls, 6 p.m. Ledford vs. South Davidson boys, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28 Southeast Guilford vs. East Davidson girls, 4 p.m. Southeast Guilford vs. East Davidson boys, 5:30 p.m. West Davidson vs. Central Davidson girls, 7 p.m. West Davidson vs. Central David-
son boys, 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29 Ledford-South vs. LexingtonNorth girls losers, 4 p.m. Ledford-South vs. West-Central boys losers, 5:30 p.m. Ledford-South vs. LexingtonNorth girls winners, 7 p.m. Ledford-South winner vs. North Davidson boys, 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30 West-Central vs. Southeast-East girls losers, 4 p.m. Ledford/South vs. North loser (Tuesday’s 7 p.m. game) vs. Southeast-East boys loser, 5:30 p.m. West-Central vs. Southeast-East girls winners, 7 p.m. West-Central vs. Southeast-East boys winnerse, 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31 Girls championship, 5 p.m. Boys championship, 6:30 p.m.
Asheboro Courier-Tribune Christmas Invitational BOYS At Asheboro High Monday, Dec. 28 Randleman vs. Jordan-Matthews, 2 p.m. Asheboro vs. SW Randolph, 3:30 p.m. Eastern Randolph vs. Providence Grove, 6:30 p.m. Wheatmore vs. Trinity, 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29 Randleman-JM vs. Asheboro-SWR losers, 2 p.m. ER-Providence vs. WheatmoreTrinity losers, 3:30 p.m. Randleman-JM vs. Asheboro-SWR winners, 6:30 p.m. ER-Providence vs. WheatmoreTrinity winners, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30 Seventh-place game, 2 p.m. Fifth-place game, 3:30 p.m. Third-place game, 6:30 p.m. Championship, 8 p.m.
Pizza Hut Invitational At Greensboro Coliseum Special Events Center Thursday, Dec. 31 BOYS (Court 1) Northwest Guilford vs. Northeast Guilford, 11:30 a.m. Greensboro Day vs. Smith, 1 p.m. Grimsley vs. Page, 3 p.m. Northern Guilford vs. Ragsdale, 4:30 p.m. GIRLS (Court 2) Northern Guilford vs. Grimsley, 11 a.m. Page vs. Ragsdale, 12:30 p.m. Smith vs. Northeast Guilford, 2 p.m. Northwest Guilford vs. Greensboro Day, 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 1 BOYS Northwest-Northeast vs. Grimsley-Page winners, 5:15 p.m. GDS-Smith vs. Northern-Ragsdale winners, 7 p.m. Northwest-Northeast vs. Grimsley-Page losers, 4 p.m. (Court 2) GDS-Smith vs. Northern-Ragsdale losers, 5:30 p.m. (Court 2) GIRLS Northern-Grimsley vs. SmithNortheast winners, 1:30 p.m. Northwest-GDS vs. Page-Ragsdale winners, 3:15 p.m. Northern-Grimsley vs. SmithNortheast losers, 12:30 p.m. (Court 2) Northwest-GDS vs. Page-Ragsdale losers, 2 p.m. (Court 2) Saturday, Jan. 2 Seventh-place girls, 11:30 a.m. (Court 2) Seventh-place boys, 1 p.m. (Court 2) Fifth-place girls, 2:30 p.m. (Court 2) Fifth-place boys, 4 p.m. (Court 2) Third-place girls, 1:30 p.m.
Third-place boys, 3:30 p.m. Girls championship, 5:30 p.m. Boys championship, 7:30 p.m.
Spencer Classic Championship bracket Play-in games Wednesday-Friday Lexington 74, Parkland 70 Carver 53, Reynolds 50 Mount Tabor 81, Atkins 28 West Forsyth 75, East Forsyth 51 Quarterfinals Saturday, Dec. 26 Mount Tabor vs. North Forsyth, 7 p.m. (at East Forsyth) West Forsyth vs. Glenn, 7 p.m. (at West Forsyth) Carver vs. Winston-Salem Prep, 8:30 p.m. (at East Forsyth) Lexington vs. Reagan, 8:30 p.m. (at West Forsyth) Semifinals At Joel Coliseum Monday, Dec. 28 Glenn-West Forsyth winner vs. Reagan-Lexington winner, 7 p.m. W-S Prep-Carver winner vs. North Forsyth-Mount Tabor winner, 8:30 p.m. Championship At Joel Coliseum Tuesday, Dec. 29 Semifinal winners, 8:30 p.m. Consolation bracket Saturday, Dec. 26 East Forsyth vs. Parkland, 5 p.m. (at East Forsyth) Reynolds vs. Atkins, 5 p.m. (at West Forsyth) Monday, Dec. 28 East Forsyth-Parkland loser vs. Reynolds-Atkins loser, 2 p.m. (at East Forsyth) East Forsyth-Parkland winner vs. Reynolds-Atkins winner, 3:30 p.m. (at East Forsyth) W-S Prep-Carver loser vs. North Forsyth-Mount Tabor loser, 2 p.m. (at West Forsyth) Glenn-West Forsyth loser vs. Reagan-Lexington loser, 3:30 p.m. (at West Forsyth) Third-place game At Joel Coliseum Tuesday, Dec. 29 Semifinal losers, 7 p.m.
OTHER EVENTS T. WINGATE ANDREWS BOYS Great Florida Shootout, Kissimmee Dec. 26-30 Saturday, TWA vs. Osceola (Fla.) High, 7 p.m. Monday: TWA/Osceola winner vs. Northeast (Fla.)-Mariner (Fla.) winner, 7 p.m.; losers play at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday: TBA Wednesday, TBA
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – The second day of a three-day ARCA test session at Daytona International Speedway allowed Danica Patrick and other drivers to experience their first stock car drafting on Saturday afternoon. Patrick, among more than 60 driv-
ers participating in the testing this weekend, worked with crew chief Tony Eury, Jr. for the duration of Saturday’s full day test session to prepare for her stock car racing debut in the ARCA 200 on Feb. 6. “These cars are different then the cars I’m used to driving,” said Patrick, who was 19th fastest at 181. 55 miles an hour. “You can run so
Because of the limited number of games over the holiday week, the full edition of the sport script is not running this week. Below is a list of this week’s prep games.
Monday Basketball Wesleyan vs. Calvary at Northern Guilford Trinity, Wheatmore girls in Courier-Tribune tournament Ledford at E. Davidson Thomasville at Northern Guilford Classic Glenn girls vs, Wakefield at Northern Guilford
Wrestling SW Guilford at E. Guilford Glenn at North Davidson tournament
Tuesday Basketball Grimsley at High Point Central Trinity, Wheatmore girls in Courier-Tribune tournament Thomasville at Northern Guilford tournament Reagan at Ragsdale
Wrestling Andrews, Thomasville in SW Randolph tournament Trinity in Chapel Hill tournament Wheatmore at Cougar Den duals Southern Guilford hosts Jim Horney Invitational Bishop McGuinness at C.D. Owen Invitational Glenn at North Davidson tournament
Wednesday Basketball Wesleyan at Northern Guilford High Point Central girls vs. Hunt at Northern Guilford Trinity, Wheatmore girls in Courier-Tribune tournament
Wrestling Andrews, Thomasville in SW Randolph tournament Trinity in Chapel Hill tournament Wheatmore in Cougar Den duals Bishop McGuinness at C.D. Owen Invitational
Saturday Basketball Ledford vs. South Davidson in NewBridge Bank tournament at Ledford
Bad weather cancels women’s World Cup downhill VAL D’ISERE, France (AP) – Lindsey Vonn’s quest for a third consecutive downhill victory has been put on hold after bad weather forced organizers to cancel Saturday’s World Cup race. A new date has yet to be set for the race, which is likely to be moved to another venue later this season. The next women’s downhill on the calendar is at Haus im Ennstal, Austria on
Jan. 9. A super-G is still scheduled for today, with weather forecasts predicting good conditions in the French Alps. Vonn, the two-time defending overall World Cup champion, won the first two downhills of the season, in Lake Louise, Alberta, and triumphed in Friday’s super combined. She is tied for first place with Maria Riesch of Germany in the overall standings with 521 points.
Osborne-Paradis wins Saslong downhill VAL GARDENA, Italy (AP) – Manuel OsborneParadis of Canada won a World Cup downhill on the Saslong course on Saturday, while Bode
Miller battled a sore ankle and headwinds to finish ninth. Osborne-Paradis covered the 2.14-mile run in 2 minutes, 1.27 seconds.
HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN Eastern Guilford tournament Dec. 28-30 Monday, HPCA girls vs. Eastern Guilford, 7 p.m. Monday, HPCA boys vs. Eastern Guilford, 8 p.m. Tuesday, TBA Wednesday, TBA BISHOP MCGUINNESS GIRLS Nike Tournament of Champions (Session II), Phoenix Dec. 28-30 Monday, Bishop vs. Kennedy (Wash.) High, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Bishop vs. loser or winner of Westlake (Ga.) High vs. St. Mary’s (Ariz.) High, 2 or 5 p.m. Wednesday, TBA BISHOP MCGUINNESS BOYS Reidsville Sports Medicine and Orthopedics (SMOC) Holiday Classic, Rockingham County High School Dec. 29-30 Tuesday, Bishop vs. Nansemond River (Va.), 4 p.m. Wednesday, Bishop vs. loser/winner of Rockingham County vs. Patrick County (Va.), 4 or 7 p.m.
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Szczur keeps word at Villanova CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Matt Szczur promised he would do everything he could to help Villanova win its first Football Championship Subdivision title. He certainly kept his word. Szczur rushed for 159 yards and two touchdowns to help Villanova beat Montana 23-21 in the FCS final late Friday night. He also had four receptions for 68 yards, returned two kickoffs for 43 yards and recorded two special teams tackles. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What can I say about Matt Szczur? Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the best player weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had at Villanova since Brian Westbrook,â&#x20AC;? Wildcats coach Andy Talley said. Right now, Szczur is planning to take a different path than the Philadelphia Eagles running back. The junior had a teambest .346 batting average for the Wildcatsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; baseball
team last season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll probably enter the (Major League Baseball) draft, but I love these guys,â&#x20AC;? Szczur said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a hard decision to make, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good decision to make.â&#x20AC;? The top-seeded Grizzlies (14-1) struggled to stop Szczur and quarterback Chris Whitney on the ground, costing them another chance at their third championship and ending their undefeated season. Montana won the 1995 and 2001 championship but lost in the final in 1996, 2000, 2004 and 2008. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This hurts so bad to be sitting here two years in a row with the same sick feeling,â&#x20AC;? wide receiver Marc Mariani said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It just kills.â&#x20AC;? Whitney led an 81yard drive, running for 22 yards on one play and connecting with Szczur for 26 yards on another. Whitney hit Chris Farmer
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Wyoming works OT for bowl victory ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Freshman Austyn Carta-Samuels threw three touchdown passes, the last a 13-yarder to David Leonard in the second overtime Saturday, and Wyoming beat Fresno State 35-28 in the New Mexico Bowl. The first of 34 bowls was a high-scoring matchup that was decided by defense.
Wyoming (7-6) stopped the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading rusher, Fresno Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ryan Mathews, on three rushing attempts from the 1 in the first overtime. The Bulldogs (85) tried a quarterback sneak on fourth down and came up short. The Cowboys scored on the first possession in double overtime, then held Fresno State.
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Villanovaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chris Whitney (17) and Matt Szczur (4) hoist the trophy after their team defeated Montana 23-21 in the NCAA Division I FCS college football championship game Friday. with a 3-yard TD pass to give Villanova a 16-14 lead with 5:26 left in the third quarter. Whitney finished 10 for 13 for 142 yards with an interception. He also ran for 102 yards.
It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a lack of confidence that caused the Grizzlies to struggle in the second half, just mistakes, coach Bobby Hauck said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop the run well enough,â&#x20AC;? he said.
NEW ORLEANS (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The New Orleans Bowl is like a postseason homecoming for Southern Mississippi. The Golden Eagles will make their second straight appearance in the bowl tonight and their fourth in the last six years. Middle Tennessee is making its debut in the New Orleans Bowl, and is playing in just its second bowl in school history.
Coach Rick Stockstill says his Blue Raiders have worked hard for the opportunity. He has a couple of goals for the trip. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One, I want to win the game and two; I want to have a good time,â&#x20AC;? Stockstill said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy the bowl experience of New Orleans, but when it is time to practice and study film you have to take care of your business.â&#x20AC;?
Whitewater flows past Mount Union SALEM, Va. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Levell Coppage had three touchdowns and Wisconsin-Whitewater scored 10 points in the final 1 minute, 17 seconds to beat defending champion Mount Union 38-28 in the NCAA Division III championship game on Saturday. The Purple Raiders (14-1) had their winning streak
snapped at 29 games. Jeff Donovan threw two touchdown passes for the Warhawks (15-0), who won their second national championship in the past three years. This is the fifth straight year that the two teams have met in the national championship game. Mount Union had won
three of those four previous matchups, including last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game, which was played under sunny skies and with temperatures in the 60s. Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game had its starting time moved back five hours due to a winter storm that dumped more than a foot of snow.
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Sioux Falls captures NAIA title ROME, Ga. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ryan Lomiller ran for 115 yards and a touchdown, and Braden Wieking kicked three field goals, including a tiebreaking 42-yarder in the fourth quarter to lead Sioux Falls to the NAIA Championship with a 25-22 win over Lindenwood on Saturday. Adam Lopez returned
the second-half kickoff 91 yards for a touchdown and his 61-yard return set up Lomillerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1-yard touchdown run that tied the game at 22. The Cougars (15-0) won their 29th straight game, finishing the decade with a record of 120-12, and three NAIA titles. The South Dakota school also won last season and in
2006, and was runner-up in 2001 and 2007. Lomiller also made kicks from 41 and 37 yards in the first half. After Sioux Falls went up 8-0, Lindenwood (131) came back on two TD passes from Philip Staback to Matt Bramow. He set a record at the Missouri school with 12 touchdown catches.
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Butler 69, Xavier 68
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XAVIER (6-4) Love 7-9 0-1 14, Lyons 2-6 2-2 6, Jackson 1-4 0-0 3, Holloway 2-4 0-1 5, Crawford 9-17 1-2 20, Redford 2-3 2-2 8, Taylor 0-1 0-0 0, McLean 0-0 0-2 0, Frease 6-9 0-0 12. Totals 29-53 5-10 68. BUTLER (8-3) Hayward 6-11 6-7 22, Veasley 5-10 2-4 13, Howard 5-9 2-4 12, Mack 5-10 3-5 14, Nored 0-1 2-2 2, Vanzant 1-4 0-0 3, Hahn 1-1 0-0 3, Jukes 0-2 0-0 0, Butcher 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 2349 15-22 69.
NFL All Times EST AMERICAN CONFERENCE East
New England Miami N.Y. Jets Buffalo
W 8 7 7 5
L 5 6 6 8
T 0 0 0 0
Pct .615 .538 .538 .385
PF 348 292 275 215
x-Indianapolis Jacksonville Tennessee Houston
W 14 7 6 6
L 0 7 7 7
T 0 0 0 0
Pct 1.000 .500 .462 .462
PF 394 266 293 311
Cincinnati Baltimore Pittsburgh Cleveland
W 9 7 6 2
L 4 6 7 11
T 0 0 0 0
Pct .692 .538 .462 .154
PF 264 319 278 158
San Diego Denver Oakland Kansas City
W 10 8 4 3
L 3 5 9 10
T 0 0 0 0
Pct .769 .615 .308 .231
PF 362 256 155 206
Philadelphia Dallas N.Y. Giants Washington
W 9 8 7 4
L 4 5 6 9
T 0 0 0 0
Pct .692 .615 .538 .308
PF 372 296 341 234
x-New Orleans Atlanta Carolina Tampa Bay
W 13 6 5 1
L 0 7 8 12
T 0 0 0 0
Pct 1.000 .462 .385 .077
PF 466 302 225 190
y-Minnesota Green Bay Chicago Detroit
W 11 9 5 2
L 2 4 8 11
T 0 0 0 0
Pct .846 .692 .385 .154
PF 389 344 247 209
Arizona San Francisco Seattle St. Louis
W 8 6 5 1
L 5 7 8 12
T 0 0 0 0
Pct .615 .462 .385 .077
PF 306 269 250 146
PA 234 306 211 271
Home 7-0-0 4-2-0 3-3-0 2-4-0
Away 1-5-0 3-4-0 4-3-0 3-4-0
AFC 5-4-0 5-4-0 5-5-0 3-7-0
NFC 3-1-0 2-2-0 2-1-0 2-1-0
Div 3-2-0 4-2-0 2-4-0 2-3-0
Home 7-0-0 5-3-0 4-2-0 3-4-0
Away AFC 7-0-0 10-0-0 2-4-0 6-4-0 2-5-0 3-7-0 3-3-0 4-6-0
NFC 4-0-0 1-3-0 3-0-0 2-1-0
Div 6-0-0 3-3-0 2-4-0 1-5-0
Home 5-2-0 5-2-0 4-2-0 1-5-0
Away 4-2-0 2-4-0 2-5-0 1-6-0
AFC 6-3-0 6-4-0 4-6-0 2-7-0
NFC 3-1-0 1-2-0 2-1-0 0-4-0
Div 6-0-0 3-2-0 1-4-0 1-5-0
Home 4-2-0 4-2-0 2-5-0 1-6-0
Away 6-1-0 4-3-0 2-4-0 2-4-0
AFC 7-3-0 6-4-0 3-6-0 2-7-0
NFC 3-0-0 2-1-0 1-3-0 1-3-0
Div 5-1-0 3-1-0 1-4-0 1-4-0
Home 4-2-0 5-2-0 4-3-0 3-3-0
Away 5-2-0 3-3-0 3-3-0 1-6-0
NFC 8-2-0 6-3-0 5-4-0 2-8-0
AFC 1-2-0 2-2-0 2-2-0 2-1-0
Div 4-1-0 2-2-0 3-2-0 0-4-0
Home 6-0-0 5-2-0 3-3-0 1-6-0
Away 7-0-0 1-5-0 2-5-0 0-6-0
NFC 9-0-0 5-6-0 5-4-0 1-8-0
AFC 4-0-0 1-1-0 0-4-0 0-4-0
Div 4-0-0 2-3-0 3-2-0 0-4-0
Home 7-0-0 5-2-0 4-3-0 2-4-0
Away 4-2-0 4-2-0 1-5-0 0-7-0
NFC 8-1-0 7-3-0 3-7-0 1-8-0
AFC 3-1-0 2-1-0 2-1-0 1-3-0
Div 5-0-0 4-2-0 1-3-0 0-5-0
Home 3-3-0 5-2-0 4-2-0 0-6-0
Away 5-2-0 1-5-0 1-6-0 1-6-0
NFC 6-3-0 5-4-0 4-6-0 1-9-0
AFC 2-2-0 1-3-0 1-2-0 0-3-0
Div 3-2-0 4-1-0 3-3-0 0-4-0
Halftime_Butler 39-32. 3-Point Goals_Xavier 5-11 (Redford 2-3, Holloway 1-1, Jackson 1-2, Crawford 1-4, Lyons 0-1), Butler 8-22 (Hayward 4-5, Hahn 1-1, Mack 1-3, Vanzant 14, Veasley 1-5, Nored 0-1, Butcher 0-1, Jukes 0-1, Howard 0-1). Fouled Out_Holloway. Rebounds_Xavier 21 (Love 7), Butler 34 (Hayward 14). Assists_Xavier 11 (Holloway 7), Butler 12 (Hayward, Nored 3). Total Fouls_Xavier 20, Butler 17. A_9,114.
South PA 248 322 323 273
North PA 217 218 244 315
Appalachian St. 65, Robert Morris 52
West PA 259 230 316 342
APPALACHIAN ST. (7-4) Williamson 1-2 0-0 2, Butts 3-5 0-2 6, Sims 4-8 6-6 17, Booth 4-11 0-0 11, Brand 2-8 46 10, Abraham 0-2 0-0 0, Wright 3-6 0-0 8, Hunter 2-3 3-4 7, Webb 2-2 0-0 4. Totals 21-47 13-18 65. ROBERT MORRIS (4-6) Robinson 2-8 1-2 5, Green 2-4 2-2 6, Nwigwe 1-7 0-0 2, Jones 2-7 0-1 5, Langhurst 5-14 0-0 14, Abraham 4-11 4-5 15, Wallace 0-6 1-2 1, Piehl 0-2 0-0 0, Johnson 2-8 0-2 4, Thompson 0-0 0-0 0, Whitehead 0-2 0-0 0. Totals 1869 8-14 52. Halftime—Appalachian St. 33-24. 3-Point Goals—Appalachian St. 10-23 (Sims 3-6, Booth 3-8, Wright 2-2, Brand 2-6, Abraham 0-1), Robert Morris 8-30 (Langhurst 4-11, Abraham 3-10, Jones 1-3, Nwigwe 0-1, Johnson 0-2, Wallace 0-3). Fouled Out—Green. Rebounds—Appalachian St. 44 (Butts 11), Robert Morris 40 (Johnson 12). Assists—Appalachian St. 17 (Brand, Wright 4), Robert Morris 11 (Abraham, Green, Johnson, Nwigwe 2). Total Fouls—Appalachian St. 16, Robert Morris 17. A—837. 7. A—837.
NATIONAL CONFERENCE East PA 273 233 330 251
South PA 274 305 282 356
North PA 243 243 291 406
West
y-clinched playoff spot
PA 258 242 301 361
N.Y. Giants at Washington, 8:30 p.m.
Thursday’s Game Indianapolis 35, Jacksonville 31
Friday’s Game
Today’s Games Miami at Tennessee, 1 p.m. Arizona at Detroit, 1 p.m. Atlanta at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Houston at St. Louis, 1 p.m. New England at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Kansas City, 1 p.m. San Francisco at Philadelphia, 4:15 p.m. Oakland at Denver, 4:05 p.m. Cincinnati at San Diego, 4:05 p.m. Tampa Bay at Seattle, 4:15 p.m. Chicago at Baltimore, 4:15 p.m. Green Bay at Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m. Minnesota at Carolina, 8:20 p.m.
Monday’s Game
NFL playoff scenarios Week 15 AFC Indianapolis
Clinched AFC South and homefield advantage throughout AFC playoffs.
San Diego — Clinches AFC West with: 1) A Denver loss. 2) A win or tie and a Denver tie. — Clinches a first-round bye with: 1) A win, Denver loss or tie and a New England loss or tie. — Clinches a playoff spot with: 1) A win or tie. 2) A loss or tie by New England, Baltimore and Miami. 3) A loss or tie by New England, Baltimore and N.Y. Jets. 4) A loss or tie by Miami, Baltimore and N.Y. Jets. 5) A loss or tie by Miami, N.Y. Jets and Jacksonville. 6) A loss or tie by Miami, Baltimore and Jacksonville. 7) A loss or tie by N.Y. Jets, Baltimore and Jacksonville.
Cincinnati — Clinches AFC North with: 1) A win. 2) A tie and a Baltimore loss or tie. 3) A Baltimore loss. — Clinches a playoff spot with: 1) A tie and losses by Miami, N.Y. Jets and Jacksonville.
NFC New Orleans Clinched NFC South and a first-round bye. — Clinches homefield advantage throughout NFC playoffs with: 1) A win and a Minnesota loss or tie. 2) A tie and a Minnesota loss.
Minnesota Clinched a playoff spot — Clinches NFC North with: 1) A win. 2) A tie and a Green Bay loss or tie. 3) Green Bay loss. — Clinches first-round bye with: 1) A win and a Philadelphia loss or tie. 2) A tie and a Green Bay loss or tie and a Philadelphia loss.
Arizona — Clinches NFC West with: 1) A win and San Francisco loss or tie. 2) A tie and a San Francisco loss.
Philadelphia — Clinches a playoff spot with: 1) A win or tie and N.Y. Giants loss or tie 2) A win and a Dallas win or tie
Green Bay — Clinches a playoff spot with: 1) A win and a Dallas loss. 2) A win and a N.Y. Giants loss or tie. 3) A tie and a N.Y. Giants loss.
Bowl glance Saturday, Dec. 19 New Mexico Bowl at Albuquerque Wyoming 35, Fresno State 28, 2OT St. Petersburg (Fla.) Bowl Rutgers (8-4) vs. UCF (8-4), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Sunday, Dec. 20 New Orleans Bowl Southern Miss. (7-5) vs. Middle Tennessee (9-3), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Tuesday, Dec. 22 Las Vegas Bowl BYU (10-2) vs. Oregon State (8-4), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Wednesday, Dec. 23 Poinsettia Bowl at San Diego Utah (9-3) vs. California (8-4), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Thursday, Dec. 24 Hawaii Bowl at Honolulu SMU (7-5) vs. Nevada (8-4), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Saturday, Dec. 26 Little Caesars Pizza Bowl at Detroit Ohio (9-4) vs. Marshall (6-6), 1 p.m. (ESPN) Meineke Bowl at Charlotte North Carolina (8-4) vs. Pittsburgh (9-3), 4:30 p.m. (ESPN) Emerald Bowl at San Francisco Southern Cal (8-4) vs. Boston College (84), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Sunday, Dec. 27 Music City Bowl at Nashville, Tenn. Clemson (8-5) vs. Kentucky (7-5), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Monday, Dec. 28 Independence Bowl at Shreveport, La. Texas A&M (6-6) vs. Georgia (7-5), 5 p.m. (ESPN) Tuesday, Dec. 29 EagleBank Bowl at Washington Temple (9-3) vs. UCLA (6-6), 4:30 p.m. (ESPN) Champs Sports Bowl at Orlando, Fla. Miami (9-3) vs. Wisconsin (9-3), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Wednesday, Dec. 30 Humanitarian Bowl at Boise, Idaho Bowling Green (7-5) vs. Idaho (7-5), 4:30 p.m. (ESPN) Holiday Bowl at San Diego Nebraska (9-4) vs. Arizona (8-4), 8 p.m. (ESPN) Thursday, Dec. 31 Sun Bowl at El Paso, Texas Stanford (8-4) vs. Oklahoma (7-5), Noon (CBS) Armed Forces Bowl at Fort Worth Air Force (7-5) vs. Houston (10-3), Noon (ESPN) Texas Bowl at Houston Missouri (8-4) vs. Navy (9-4), 3:30 p.m. (ESPN) Insight Bowl at Tempe, Ariz. Minnesota (6-6) vs. Iowa State (6-6), 6 p.m. (NFL) Chick-fil-A Bowl at Atlanta Virginia Tech (9-3) vs. Tennessee (7-5), 7:30 p.m. (ESPN) Friday, Jan. 1 Outback Bowl at Tampa, Fla. Northwestern (8-4) vs. Auburn (7-5), 11 a.m. (ESPN) Capital One Bowl at Orlando, Fla. Penn State (10-2) vs. LSU (9-3), 1 p.m. (ABC) Gator Bowl at Jacksonville, Fla. Florida State (6-6) vs. West Virginia (9-3), 1 p.m. (CBS) Rose Bowl at Pasadena, Calif. Ohio State (10-2) vs. Oregon (10-2), 5 p.m. (ABC) Sugar Bowl at New Orleans Florida (12-1) vs. Cincinnati (12-0), 8:30 p.m. (FOX) Saturday, Jan. 2 International Bowl at Toronto South Florida (7-5) vs. Northern Illinois (75), Noon (ESPN2) Cotton Bowl at Dallas Oklahoma State (9-3) vs. Mississippi (8-4), 2 p.m. (FOX) PapaJohns.com Bowl at Birmingham, Ala. Connecticut (7-5) vs. South Carolina (7-5), 2 p.m. (ESPN) Liberty Bowl at Memphis, Tenn. East Carolina (9-4) vs. Arkansas (7-5), 5:30 p.m. (ESPN) Alamo Bowl at San Antonio Michigan State (6-6) vs. Texas Tech (8-4), 9 p.m. (ESPN) Monday, Jan. 4 Fiesta Bowl at Glendale, Ariz. Boise State (13-0) vs. TCU (12-0), 8 p.m. (FOX) Tuesday, Jan. 5 Orange Bowl at Miami Iowa (10-2) vs. Georgia Tech (11-2), 8 p.m. (FOX) Wednesday, Jan. 6 GMAC Bowl, Mobile, Ala.
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Q. Which U.S. woman won the 1968 Olympic gold medal in figure skating?
BASKETBALL
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San Diego at Tennessee, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday’s Game Dallas at New Orleans, late
TRIVIA QUESTION
Sunday, Dec. 27
Minnesota at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. Central Michigan (11-2) vs. Troy (9-3), 7 p.m. (ESPN) Thursday, Jan. 7 BCS National Championship At Pasadena, Calif. Alabama (13-0) vs. Texas (13-0), 8 p.m. (ABC) Saturday, Jan. 23 East-West Shrine Classic at Orlando East vs. West, 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30 Senior Bowl at Mobile, Ala. North vs. South, 4 p.m. (NFL) Saturday, Feb. 6 Texas vs. The Nation All-Star Challenge At El Paso, Texas Texas vs. Nation, 3 p.m. (CBSC)
SOUTH Ala.-Huntsville 65, Harding 56 Bethune-Cookman 94, Florida Christian 59 Campbell 73, Jacksonville 57 Christian Brothers 72, LeMoyne-Owen 55 Coastal Carolina 91, Savannah St. 70 Duke 76, Gonzaga 41 Ferrum at Winston-Salem, ppd. Georgia St. 66, E. Michigan 65 Guilford 71, Huntingdon 58 Houghton at Liberty, ccd. Kentucky 90, Austin Peay 69 LSU 65, Rice 61 Louisville 102, W. Kentucky 75 Miami 87, Florida Atlantic 69 Mississippi 108, Centenary 64 Mount Olive 69, St. Augustine’s 66 Murray St. 73, Chattanooga 62 Newberry 78, Paine 67 Northwestern St. 77, Missouri Valley 68 Radford at James Madison, ppd. Richmond 56, Florida 53 Rust 74, Sewanee 67 Samford 61, Shorter 39 South Florida 69, San Francisco 49 UAB 72, South Alabama 54 UNC Wilmington at Virginia, ppd. Va. Commonwealth 78, Tulane 77 Va. Intermont at Longwood, ppd. Vanderbilt 84, Tennessee St. 71 William & Mary 94, Vassar 48
NCAA FCS playoffs All Times EST Quarterfinals William & Mary 24, Southern Illinois 3 Montana 51, Stephen F. Austin 0 Villanova 46, New Hampshire 7 Appalachian State 35, Richmond 31
Semifinals Villanova 14, William & Mary 13 Montana 24, Appalachian State 17
Championship Friday, Dec. 18 At Finley Stadium/Davenport Field Chattanooga, Tenn.
MIDWEST Alma 88, Marygrove 74 Augustana,S.D. 80, Dakota St. 64 Beloit 69, Lakeland 63 Butler 69, Xavier 68 Cincinnati 80, Lipscomb 52 Concordia, Moor. 78, Presentation 49 Cornerstone 113, Kuyper 74 DePaul 86, Texas St. 69 Detroit 73, Bowling Green 69 Hiram 71, Bluffton 64, OT Ill.-Chicago 69, N. Illinois 49 Iowa 71, Drake 67 John Carroll 96, Marietta 57 Kansas 75, Michigan 64 Luther 66, Crown, Minn. 57 Marquette 78, North Florida 51 Michigan St. 80, IPFW 58 N. Iowa 64, North Dakota 41 Northwestern 70, Stanford 62 Northwestern, Iowa 85, Buena Vista 73 Notre Dame 84, UCLA 73 Ohio 74, E. Kentucky 62 Ohio St. 60, Delaware St. 44 Purdue 69, Ball St. 49 Sioux Falls 92, Ashford 66 St. Norbert 69, Milwaukee Engineering 52 W. Michigan 72, Kennesaw St. 64 Washington, Mo. 82, Fontbonne 64 Wayne, Neb. 79, Morningside 74 West Virginia 80, Cleveland St. 78 Wis.-Green Bay 75, Youngstown St. 67 Wis.-Stout 72, Viterbo 61
Villanova 23, Montana 21
NCAA D-III playoffs All Times EST Quarterfinals Mount Union 55, Albright 3 Wesley 12, Johns Hopkins 0 Wisconsin-Whitewater 31, Wittenberg 13 Linfield 31, St. Thomas, Minn. 20
Semifinals Saturday, Dec. 12 Mount Union 24, Wesley 7 Wisconsin-Whitewater 27, Linfield 17
Championship Amos Alonzo Stagg Bowl Saturday, Dec. 19 At Salem (Va.) Stadium Wisconsin-Whitewater 38, Mt. Union 28
NAIA playoffs All Times EST Quarterfinals Saint Xavier 52, Lambuth 10 Sioux Falls 49, Morningside 21 Carroll, Mnt. 34, MidAmerica Nazarene 13 Lindenwood 64, Ottawa, Kan. 26
SOUTHWEST Angelo St. 67, Northeastern St. 52 Arkansas 72, Stephen F.Austin 69 Mississippi St. 70, Houston 64 Oklahoma 80, N. Colorado 79 Southwestern, Texas 96, Concordia-Austin
Semifinals Sioux Falls 48, Saint Xavier 6 Lindenwood 42, Carroll, Mont. 35
Championship Saturday, Dec. 19 At Barron Stadium, Rome, Ga.
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Sioux Falls 25, Lindenwood 22
Texas 103, North Carolina 90 Texas Southern 71, SE Louisiana 65 UTEP 101, Alcorn St. 41
New Mexico Bowl Wyoming 35, Fresno St. 28, 2OT 0 14 7 7
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FAR WEST
0 — 28 7 — 35
First Quarter Wyo—Alexander 68 run (Watts kick), 7:37.
Second Quarter Fre—Mathews 4 run (Goessling kick), 12:22. Wyo—Bolling 21 pass from Carta-Samuels (Watts kick), 5:01. Fre—Hamler 10 pass from Colburn (Goessling kick), :33.
Third Quarter Fre—Hamler 43 pass from West (Goessling kick), 13:06. Wyo—FG Watts 40, 8:19.
Fourth Quarter Fre—Mathews 5 run (Goessling kick), 13:59. Wyo—D.Leonard 11 pass from Carta-Samuels (Bolling pass from Carta-Samuels), 10:15. Wyo—FG Watts 37, :20.
Second Overtime Wyo—D.Leonard 13 pass from Carta-Samuels (Watts kick). A—24,898. First downs Rushes-yards Passing Comp-Att-Int Return Yards Punts-Avg. Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Time of Possession
Fre 19 44-197 169 14-20-0 25 3-46.3 2-2 5-61 26:47
Wyo 26 50-234 204 18-33-1 5 3-37.3 1-0 3-19 33:13
INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING—Fresno St., Mathews 31-144, Colburn 9-24, Miller 1-12, Marl.Moore 1-11, Rouse 1-8, Team 1-(minus 2). Wyoming, Alexander 12-137, Carta-Samuels 19-71, Stewart 18-28, Team 1-(minus 2). PASSING—Fresno St., Colburn 13-19-0-126, West 1-1-0-43. Wyoming, Carta-Samuels 1731-1-201, McCoy 1-1-0-3, Burkhalter 0-1-0-0. RECEIVING—Fresno St., Hamler 7-85, West 2-43, Wylie 2-17, Marl.Moore 1-9, Newborn 1-9, Ajirotutu 1-6. Wyoming, D.Leonard 7-60, Bolger 4-55, Bolling 2-35, Burkhalter 2-15, Salyards 1-17, McNeill 1-14, Alexander 1-8.
Friday’s late game Villanova 23, Montana 21
Villanova Montana
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Vill—FG Yako 23, 5:12. Mont—Mariani 24 pass from Selle (McKnight kick), 3:15.
Second Quarter Mont—Sambrano 4 pass from Selle (McKnight kick), 6:48. Vill—Szczur 5 run (kick failed), 3:34.
Third Quarter Vill—Farmer 3 pass from Whitney (Yako kick), 5:27.
Fourth Quarter Vill—Szczur 3 run (Yako kick), 11:04. Mont—Sambrano 53 pass from Selle (McKnight kick), 1:07. A—14,328. Vill 22 51-351 142 10-13-1 0 3-41.7 1-0 6-40 33:27
Arizona St. 55, San Diego St. 52 Boise St. 96, Houston Baptist 59 Denver 87, Louisiana-Monroe 65 Illinois St. 73, Utah 63 Loyola Marymount 84, CS Bakersfield 71 SMU 77, Occidental 49 Southern Cal 77, Tennessee 55 Utah Valley 83, Chadron St. 57
TOURNAMENT Lindsey Wilson Tournament Championship Bethel, Ind. 66, Lindsey Wilson 37
Third Place Bethel, Tenn. 82, Temple Baptist 74
WOMEN EAST Albany, N.Y. 53, Army 49 Ball St. 71, Duquesne 62 Bowling Green 67, Canisius 42 Cornell 71, Manhattan 67 Fresno St. at West Virginia, ppd. LeMoyne 62, Caldwell 57, OT Mercy, N.Y. 81, Concordia, N.Y. 70 Miami 68, Binghamton 52 Point Park 75, Rio Grande 64 Seton Hall 54, St. Peter’s 52 St. Bonaventure 66, Fairleigh Dickinson 49 UC Davis 60, Yale 55
SOUTH Campbell 74, Jacksonville 63 Centenary 68, McNeese St. 66 Chattanooga 67, UNC-Greensboro 54 Christian Brothers 85, LeMoyne-Owen 82 Coll. of Charleston 77, Furman 74 Columbus St. 95, Edward Waters 32 Florida Atlantic 75, Louisiana-Lafayette 60 Florida Gulf Coast 71, S.C.-Upstate 56 Harding 49, Ala.-Huntsville 45 Lindsey Wilson 88, Midway 53 N.C. State 66, Winthrop 53 SE Louisiana 113, Millsaps 53 Samford 72, Elon 63 St. Leo 81, North Georgia 63 Tampa 80, Armstrong Atlantic 72 Tennessee Tech 72, Belmont 69 Thomas More 70, Wittenberg 55 Towson at Md.-Eastern Shore, ppd. Troy 62, New Orleans 39 W. Carolina at Georgia Southern, ppd. WVU Tech 68, Asbury 50 Wake Forest 85, Wofford 55 Wesley 65, Newport News 60
MIDWEST
First Quarter
First downs Rushes-yards Passing Comp-Att-Int Return Yards Punts-Avg. Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Time of Possession
College scores
Adelphi 71, Caldwell 40 Appalachian St. 65, Robert Morris 52 Army 62, Mount St. Vincent 56 East Stroudsburg 78, Dominican, N.Y. 74 Hampton at Towson, ppd. La Salle 83, Bucknell 70 Loyola, Md. 85, Howard 51 Massachusetts 73, Memphis 72 Pittsburgh 66, Mount St. Mary’s, Md. 48 Post, Conn. 74, Stonehill 68 Queens, N.Y. 69, Molloy 64 Rider 70, Monmouth, N.J. 63 Rutgers 71, N.J. Tech 62 S. New Hampshire 81, Mercy, N.Y. 64 UMBC at American U., ppd. Villanova 96, Fordham 58
Monday, Dec. 28
Fresno St. Wyoming
Cornerstone 63, Dordt 57
MEN EAST
Buffalo at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Houston at Miami, 1 p.m. Seattle at Green Bay, 1 p.m. Carolina at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m. Baltimore at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at New Orleans, 1 p.m. Oakland at Cleveland, 1 p.m. Kansas City at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Jacksonville at New England, 1 p.m. Detroit at San Francisco, 4:05 p.m. St. Louis at Arizona, 4:05 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Indianapolis, 4:15 p.m. Denver at Philadelphia, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Washington, 8:20 p.m.
Mont 18 19-60 365 28-37-0 0 5-39.8 0-0 3-25 26:33
INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING—Villanova, Szczur 14-159, Whitney 16-102, Ball 7-51, Babbaro 10-48, Reynolds 113, Team 3-(minus 22). Montana, C.Reynolds 15-64, Selle 4-(minus 4). PASSING—Villanova, Whitney 10-13-1-142. Montana, Selle 27-35-0-351, Larson 1-2-0-14. RECEIVING—Villanova, Szczur 4-68, Reynolds 2-7, Babbaro 1-46, Wells 1-12, White 1-6, Farmer 1-3. Montana, Mariani 9-178, Sambrano 5-79, C.Reynolds 5-39, Beaudin 4-27, Pfahler 3-21, Selle 1-14, Gratton 1-7.
Charleston S. High Point Winthrop UNC-Ashe. Radford Presbyterian
TOURNAMENT Cornerstone Classic Championship
Augustana,Ill. 87, Wis.-Eau Claire 64 Calvin 78, Olivet 54 Capital 74, Muskingum 56 Cent. Michigan 88, Howard 60 Clemson 89, Ohio 81, OT Cleveland St. 77, Indiana 75, OT Defiance 70, Wilmington, Ohio 62 Goshen 84, Bluffton 77 Hillsdale 66, Grand Valley St. 58 Illinois 64, Oakland, Mich. 50 Indiana St. 69, UMKC 65 Lake Superior St. 67, Tiffin 64 Luther 86, Crown, Minn. 26 Michigan 65, Detroit 51 Michigan St. 69, Washington 52 Michigan Tech 84, Wayne, Mich. 46 N. Michigan 68, Northwood, Mich. 57 Northwestern 85, Chicago St. 64 Purdue 73, Evansville 42 Saginaw Valley St. 85, Ashland 80 Siena Heights 76, Purdue-Calumet 61 Simpson, Iowa 69, Bethel, Minn. 37 Sioux Falls 86, Colorado College 72 W. Michigan 54, Saint Louis 53 Wis.-Oshkosh 87, Bethany Lutheran 44
SOUTHWEST Cent. Arkansas 72, SE Missouri 64 Missouri St. 99, Oral Roberts 81 Northeastern St. 52, Angelo St. 43 Oklahoma Baptist 62, Wiley 42 Oklahoma St. 100, Mercer 68 Texas A&M-Corpus Christi 61, Texas-Pan American 60 Texas A&M-Kingsville 90, SE Oklahoma 74
FAR WEST BYU 61, Utah St. 48 Boise St. 75, Santa Clara 67 Bradley 62, Air Force 45 Denver 82, Montana St. 48 Loyola Marymount 80, Cal Poly 63 Portland 66, Montana 58 Stanford 67, Tennessee 52 UC Irvine 87, E. Washington 73 Utah 62, S. Dakota St. 58 Washington St. 74, San Francisco 57
Third Place Clarke 56, Spring Arbor 54
Dominican, N.Y. 73, East Stroudsburg 46
Hope Classic Tournament Championship
St. John’s-Chartwell Holiday Classic First Round St. John’s 79, Texas-Arlington 47 Virginia Tech 68, UAB 66, OT
High Point vs. William & Mary, at Florida Gator Inv., 4:30 p.m. Coastal Carolina vs. Savannah St., at Myrtle Beach, 5 p.m.
Monday’s games Prebyterian at Alabama, 12:30 p.m. Elon at UNC Asheville, 2:30 p.m. Gardner-Webb at Purdue, 7 p.m. Radford at Richmond, 7 p.m. Winthrop at Campbell, 7 p.m. High Point vs. TBA, at Gator Inv.
Sunsplash Shootout First Round SMU 66, Wichita St. 60
Transylvania Classic Championship
Tuesday’s game (Dec. 22)
Transylvania 76, Marietta 72
Savannah St. at Charleston Southern, 5 p.m.
Third Place Centre 64, St. Catherine 53
Wednesday’s game (Dec. 23)
USF Shootout First Round
NBA
EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division
ACC standings
Saturday
All Times EDT Overall Pct. W L 1.000 6 4 .000 9 1 .000 9 1 .000 8 1 .000 8 1 .000 10 2 .000 9 2 .000 7 2 .000 8 3 .000 6 3 .000 4 4 .000 11 1
Pct. .600 .900 .900 .889 .889 .833 .818 .778 .727 .667 .500 .917
Thursday’s results Florida State 76, Auburn 72 N.C. State 79, Elon 76
Saturday’s results Texas 103, North Carolina 90 Duke 76, Gonzaga 41 Miami 87, Florida Atlantic 69 Virginia Tech 73, Charleston Southern 50 Clemson 94, College of Charleston 55 UNC Wilmington at Virginia, ppd, snow
Sunday’s games Bryant at Boston College, 4 p.m. Florida State at Georgia Tech, 5:30 p.m. (FSN) N.C. State at Wake Forest, 7:45 p.m. (FSN)
Monday’s games NJIT at Virginia, 7 p.m. North Carolina A&T at Miami, 7:30 p.m.
Duke 76, Gonzaga 41
GONZAGA (8-3) Harris 2-8 1-2 5, Sacre 2-11 5-8 9, Goodson 1-3 0-2 2, Bouldin 1-7 2-2 4, Gray 3-8 0-0 6, Arop 3-9 0-3 6, Vilarino 0-1 2-2 2, Gibbs 0-1 0-2 0, Olynyk 0-3 0-0 0, Poling 0-0 0-0 0, Hart 0-0 0-0 0, Kong 2-2 0-0 5, Foster 1-1 0-0 2. Totals 15-54 10-21 41. DUKE (9-1) Singler 3-8 3-4 9, Mi.Plumlee 1-2 0-0 2, Thomas 1-5 0-0 2, Smith 10-18 1-2 24, Scheyer 5-12 8-9 20, Ma.Plumlee 2-3 0-0 4, Dawkins 1-6 4-4 6, Kelly 2-3 0-0 5, Davidson 0-0 0-0 0, Johnson 0-1 0-0 0, Zoubek 2-2 0-1 4. Totals 27-60 16-20 76. Halftime_Duke 31-17. 3-Point Goals_Gonzaga 1-10 (Kong 1-1, Vilarino 0-1, Harris 0-1, Bouldin 0-3, Gray 0-4), Duke 6-18 (Smith 3-3, Scheyer 2-4, Kelly 1-2, Dawkins 0-4, Singler 05). Fouled Out_Gray, Mi.Plumlee. Rebounds_ Gonzaga 35 (Arop 6), Duke 45 (Singler 11). Assists_Gonzaga 8 (Bouldin, Gray, Harris 2), Duke 16 (Scheyer 8). Total Fouls_Gonzaga
Texas 103, UNC 90
NORTH CAROLINA (8-3) Thompson 3-12 2-2 8, Davis 9-13 3-6 21, Ginyard 5-12 1-2 13, Drew II 1-4 1-2 4, Graves 3-9 0-0 8, Strickland 5-8 2-4 12, McDonald 13 0-0 2, Watts 0-1 0-0 0, Henson 0-2 0-0 0, D.Wear 2-3 0-0 6, T.Wear 0-0 0-0 0, Zeller 7-8 2-3 16. Totals 36-75 11-19 90. TEXAS (10-0) James 8-22 9-14 25, Pittman 9-16 5-8 23, Bradley 7-17 4-5 20, Balbay 1-2 0-1 2, Mason 0-1 0-0 0, Johnson 2-4 0-0 5, Lucas 0-0 0-0 0, Wangmene 1-2 0-0 2, Hill 0-1 0-0 0, Hamilton 2-10 0-0 5, Brown 6-12 6-6 21, Chapman 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 36-87 24-34 103. Halftime_Texas 54-41. 3-Point Goals_ North Carolina 7-13 (Ginyard 2-3, Graves 23, D.Wear 2-3, Drew II 1-3, McDonald 0-1), Texas 7-22 (Brown 3-6, Bradley 2-5, Johnson 1-1, Hamilton 1-4, Mason 0-1, James 0-5). Fouled Out_None. Rebounds_North Carolina 41 (Davis 9), Texas 60 (James, Pittman 15). Assists_North Carolina 17 (Drew II 5), Texas 13 (Brown 3). Total Fouls_North Carolina 25, Texas 21. A_38,052.
Miami 87, Florida Atlantic 69
FLORIDA ATLANTIC (5-5) Mattison 0-1 0-0 0, Simpson 1-1 0-0 2, Taylor 8-20 4-4 23, Gantt 4-11 2-4 11, Hughley 3-5 3-3 10, Richardson 4-8 3-3 14, Tucker 0-2 0-0 0, O’Sullivan 0-0 0-0 0, McCoy 0-0 0-0 0, Stewart 0-0 0-0 0, Royster 2-8 3-8 7, Davis 1-3 0-1 2. Totals 23-59 15-23 69. MIAMI (11-1) McGowan 2-4 1-2 5, Dews 6-10 1-2 15, Collins 8-14 1-5 17, Scott 5-10 3-4 13, Grant 2-9 2-2 7, Allen 2-4 0-0 6, Adams 2-2 3-6 9, Thomas 2-6 0-0 5, Johnson 1-9 6-6 8, Gamble 0-1 2-2 2. Totals 30-69 19-29 87. Halftime_Miami 43-23. 3-Point Goals_Florida Atlantic 8-23 (Richardson 3-5, Taylor 3-10, Hughley 1-1, Gantt 1-7), Miami 8-16 (Adams 2-2, Allen 2-2, Dews 2-3, Grant 1-4, Thomas 1-5). Fouled Out_Davis, Simpson. Rebounds_ Florida Atlantic 31 (Royster 8), Miami 55 (Collins 14). Assists_Florida Atlantic 13 (Taylor 7), Miami 13 (Scott 4). Total Fouls_Florida Atlantic 26, Miami 22. A_NA.
Big South men All Times EDT Overall Pct. W L 1.000 10 2 1.000 5 3 1.000 3 6 .500 5 4 .500 6 6 .500 4 4 .500 4 5 .000 3 6 .000 4 6 .000 2 9
Pct. .833 .625 .333 .556 .500 .500 .444 .333 .400 .182
Friday’s result Bluefield at UNC Asheville, ppd, snow
Saturday’s results Coastal Carolina 91, Savannah St. 70 Radford at James Madison, ppd., snow Houghton at Liberty, cancelled, snow Virginia Tech 73, Charleston Southern 50 Presbyterian at Dayton, late Gardner-Webb at Penn State, late
Sunday’s games High Point at Marshall, 2 p.m. Charlotte at Winthrop, 4 p.m.
Monday’s games Wofford at UNC Asheville, 12:30 p.m. Southern University at Charleston Southern, 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday’s games (Dec. 22) Winthrop at Cincinnati, 7:30 p.m. William & Mary at Radford, 7 p.m. High Point at Youngstown State, 7:05 p.m. VMI at George Mason, 7 p.m.
Sunday’s games (Dec. 27) Radford at Louisville, 1 p.m. Presbyterian at Marquette, 2 p.m. Cornell (Iowa) at Coastal Carolina, 3 p.m.
Big South women All Times EDT Overall W L 9 2 6 2 7 3
Top 25 fared
Pct. .818 .750 .700
1. Kansas (10-0) beat Michigan 75-64. Next: vs. California, Tuesday. 2. Texas (10-0) beat No. 10 North Carolina 103-90. Next: vs. No. 12 Michigan State, Tuesday. 3. Kentucky (11-0) beat Austin Peay 90-69. Next: vs. Drexel, Monday. 4. Purdue (10-0) beat Ball State 69-49. Next: vs. SIU-Edwardsville, Tuesday. 5. Syracuse (11-0) beat St. Bonaventure 85-72. Next: vs. Oakland, Mich., Tuesday. 6. West Virginia (9-0) beat Cleveland State 80-78. Next: vs. No. 20 Mississippi, Wednesday. 7. Duke (9-1) beat No. 15 Gonzaga 76-41. Next: vs. Long Beach State, Tuesday, Dec. 29. 8. Villanova (10-1) beat Fordham 96-58. Next: vs. Delaware, Wednesday. 9. Tennessee (8-2) lost to Southern Cal 7755. Next: vs. North Carolina A&T, Wednesday. 10. North Carolina (8-3) lost to No. 2 Texas 103-90. Next: vs. Marshall, Tuesday. 11. Georgetown (8-1) lost to Old Dominion 61-57. Next: vs. Harvard, Wednesday. 12. Michigan State (9-2) beat IPFW 80-58. Next: at No. 2 Texas, Tuesday. 13. Florida (8-2) lost to Richmond 56-53. Next: vs. South Alabama, Tuesday. 14. Connecticut (6-2) did not play. Next: vs. UCF, Sunday. 15. Gonzaga (8-3) lost to No. 7 Duke 7641. Next: vs. Eastern Washington, Monday, Dec. 28. 16. Texas Tech (9-0) at Wichita State. Next: vs. Stanford, Tuesday. 17. Kansas State (9-1) vs. Alabama. Next: vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff, Monday. 18. Ohio State (9-2) beat Delaware State 60-44. Next: vs. Cleveland State, Tuesday. 19. New Mexico (11-0) vs. Creighton. Next: at Oral Roberts, Wednesday. 20. Mississippi (10-1) beat Centenary 10864. Next: at No. 6 West Virginia, Wednesday. 21. Butler (8-3) beat Xavier 69-68. Next: at UAB, Tuesday. 22. Georgia Tech (8-1) did not play. Next: vs. Florida State, Sunday. 23. Texas A&M (8-2) vs. The Citadel. Next: at No. 24 Washington, Tuesday. 24. Washington (6-2) vs. Portland. Next: vs. No. 23 Texas A&M, Tuesday. 25. Cincinnati (7-3) beat Lipscomb 80-52. Next: vs. Winthrop, Tuesday.
Women’s Top 25 fared 1. Connecticut (8-0) did not play. Next: vs. Iona, Today. 2. Stanford (9-0) beat No. 3 Tennessee 6752. Next: at No. 1 Connecticut, Wednesday. 3. Tennessee (9-1) lost to No. 2 Stanford 67-52. Next: at San Francisco, Tuesday. 4. Notre Dame (9-0) did not play. Next: vs. Charlotte, Today. 5. LSU (9-0) did not play. Next: at No. 20 Nebraska, Today. 6. Baylor (9-1) vs. Gonzaga. Next: vs. No. 14 Arizona State, Today. 7. Duke (8-2) did not play. Next: at Maine, Monday. 8. Ohio State (11-1) vs. Alabama A&M. Next: vs. Western Illinois, Tuesday. 9. North Carolina (8-1) did not play. Next: vs. South Carolina, Today. 10. Florida State (10-0) beat Texas-San Antonio 65-50. Next: vs. Arkansas or DePaul, Today. 11. Georgia (9-0) did not play. Next: vs. No. 19 Virginia, Today. 12. Xavier (7-2) did not play. Next: vs. Mississippi State, Today. 13. Texas A&M (7-1) vs. No. 14 Arizona State. Next: vs. Gonzaga, Today. 14. Arizona State (7-1) vs. No. 13 Texas A&M. Next: vs. No. 6 Baylor, Today. 15. Oklahoma (8-2) did not play. Next: at Creighton, Today. 16. Michigan State (7-3) vs. Washington. Next: vs. St. Bonaventure, Monday. 17. Texas (6-3) did not play. Next: vs. Texas Southern, Today. 18. Vanderbilt (9-1) did not play. Next: vs. Tennessee State, Today. 19. Virginia (7-2) did not play. Next: at No. 11 Georgia, Today. 20. Nebraska (10-0) did not play. Next: vs. No. 5 LSU, Today. 21. Pittsburgh (8-1) did not play. Next: at Austin Peay, Today. 22. Kansas (7-2) did not play. Next: vs. UC Riverside, Today. 23. Wisconsin-Green Bay (9-0) vs. Marquette. Next: vs. Southern Illinois, Monday, Dec. 28. 24. James Madison (7-1) did not play. Next: vs. Longwood, Monday. 25. Georgia Tech (8-2) did not play. Next: at Georgia State, Tuesday.
Kansas 75, Michigan 64
MICHIGAN (5-5) Sims 7-16 5-6 19, Novak 4-10 0-0 8, Douglass 2-8 2-2 8, Harris 6-15 2-2 16, Lucas-Perry 0-3 2-3 2, Morris 4-7 0-0 9, Wright 0-2 0-0 0, Vogrich 0-0 0-0 0, Gibson 1-6 0-0 2. Totals 2467 11-13 64. KANSAS (10-0) Marc.Morris 7-10 8-8 23, Aldrich 0-3 5-8 5, X.Henry 6-15 1-2 15, Collins 7-10 4-5 19, Taylor 1-3 0-0 2, Robinson 1-2 0-1 2, Morningstar 1-2 0-0 2, Reed 2-3 0-0 6, Mark.Morris 0-0 1-2 1. Totals 25-48 19-26 75. Halftime_Kansas 42-31. 3-Point Goals_ Michigan 5-28 (Douglass 2-7, Harris 2-7, Morris 1-3, Gibson 0-1, Wright 0-2, Sims 0-2, Lucas-Perry 0-2, Novak 0-4), Kansas 6-19 (Reed 2-3, X.Henry 2-8, Marc.Morris 1-2, Collins 1-4, Morningstar 0-1, Taylor 0-1). Fouled Out_Mark.Morris. Rebounds_Michigan 34 (Novak, Sims 7), Kansas 37 (Aldrich 11). Assists_Michigan 15 (Harris, Morris 4), Kansas 16 (Taylor 5). Total Fouls_Michigan 20, Kansas 16. A_16,300.
West Virginia 80, Cleveland St. 78
WEST VIRGINIA (8-0) Jones 9-10 5-6 23, Smith 2-3 0-0 4, Flowers 1-2 1-4 4, Butler 5-8 6-8 18, Bryant 3-11 4-4 12, Thoroughman 0-0 0-0 0, Ebanks 5-11 1-3 11, West 1-1 0-0 3, Mazzulla 0-0 0-0 0, Jennings 1-1 0-0 2, Pepper 1-3 1-1 3. Totals 28-50 18-26 80. CLEVELAND ST. (4-8) Cunningham 0-3 0-0 0, Brown 2-6 3-3 7, Pogue 3-5 5-8 11, Harmon 4-7 2-2 11, Cole 11-21 5-5 29, Anderson 0-0 0-0 0, Montgomery 4-6 3-4 13, Ajere 2-5 1-1 5, Kamczyc 0-0 0-0 0, Latas 1-1 0-0 2. Totals 27-54 19-23 78. Halftime_West Virginia 46-33. 3-Point Goals_West Virginia 6-18 (Butler 2-5, Bryant 2-7, West 1-1, Flowers 1-1, Smith 0-1, Ebanks 0-1, Jones 0-1, Pepper 0-1), Cleveland St. 514 (Montgomery 2-3, Cole 2-4, Harmon 1-3, Brown 0-2, Cunningham 0-2). Fouled Out_ Pogue. Rebounds_West Virginia 30 (Butler 9), Cleveland St. 25 (Cole, Pogue 5). Assists_ West Virginia 20 (Bryant, Butler 5), Cleveland St. 13 (Cole 4). Total Fouls_West Virginia 21, Cleveland St. 22. A_5,105.
W 20 12 9 7 2
Boston Toronto New York Philadelphia New Jersey
L 5 17 17 19 25
Pct .800 .414 .346 .269 .074
GB — 101 11 ⁄2 131⁄2 19
Southeast Division W 19 20 13 10 8
Atlanta Orlando Miami Charlotte Washington
L 6 7 11 15 16
Pct .760 .741 .542 .400 .333
GB — — 51⁄2 9 1 10 ⁄2
Pct .741 .458 .423 .375 .375
GB —1 7 ⁄2 811⁄2 91⁄2 9 ⁄2
Central Division W 20 11 11 9 9
Cleveland Milwaukee Detroit Chicago Indiana
L 7 13 15 15 15
WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division W 19 15 13 12 11
Dallas Houston San Antonio New Orleans Memphis
Radford at Hampton, 5:30 p.m.
East Carolina 103, Houston Baptist 59 South Florida 79, N.C. Central 37
Pct. .000 .000 .000
Longwood 76, High Point 68 Gardner-Webb 79, Converse 38 Davidson at Radford, ppd., snow Charleston Southern 90, Bethune-Cookman 72
Sunday’s games
Third Place
Conf. L 0 0 0
.556 .400 .400 .333 .125 .100
Saturday’s result
Lake Forest 72, Finlandia 65
W Gard.-Webb 0 Liberty 0 Coastal Caro. 0
4 6 6 6 7 9
N.C. State 66, Winthrop 53
Hope 70, Chicago 51
Conf. L 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 2 2
5 4 4 3 1 1
Friday’s results
ECAC Holiday Classic First Round
W Coastal Caro. 2 Radford 2 UNC-Ashe. 1 Winthrop 1 Liberty 1 High Point 1 VMI 1 Gard.-Webb 0 Charleston S. 0 Presbyterian 0
.000 .000 .000 .000 .000 .000
Georgia Southern 56, UNC Asheville 38
DePaul 46, Arkansas 45 Florida St. 65, UTSA 50
Conf. L 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
0 0 0 0 0 0
Wednesday’s result
Duel In The Desert First Round
W Boston Coll. 1 Duke 0 Va. Tech 0 Ga. Tech 0 N.C. State 0 Clemson 0 Florida St. 0 Wake Forest 0 N. Carolina 0 Maryland 0 Virginia 0 Miami 0
0 0 0 0 0 0
L 8 11 10 13 15
Pct .704 .577 .565 .480 .423
GB —1 3 ⁄2 4 61 7 ⁄2
Northwest Division Denver Utah Portland Oklahoma City Minnesota
W 19 16 16 13 5
L 8 11 12 12 22
Pct .704 .593 .571 .520 .185
GB — 31 3 ⁄2 5 14
Pct .833 .654 .440 .440 .269
GB — 41 91⁄2 9 ⁄2 14
Pacific Division W 20 17 11 11 7
L.A. Lakers Phoenix L.A. Clippers Sacramento Golden State
L 4 9 14 14 19
Friday’s Games Toronto 118, New Jersey 95 Philadelphia 98, Boston 97 Atlanta 96, Utah 83 Memphis 107, Indiana 94 Cleveland 85, Milwaukee 82 Minnesota 112, Sacramento 96 New York 95, L.A. Clippers 91 Oklahoma City 109, Detroit 98 New Orleans 98, Denver 92 Houston 116, Dallas 108, OT Washington 118, Golden State 109
Saturday’s Games Orlando 92, Portland 83 Utah 110, Charlotte 102 L.A. Clippers at Philadelphia, 7:30 p.m. L.A. Lakers at New Jersey, 8 p.m. Atlanta at Chicago, 8 p.m. Sacramento at Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m. Oklahoma City at Houston, 8:30 p.m. Indiana at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. Washington at Phoenix, 9 p.m.
Today’s Games New Orleans at Toronto, 12:30 p.m. Denver at Memphis, 4 p.m. Portland at Miami, 6 p.m. Minnesota at Boston, 6 p.m. L.A. Lakers at Detroit, 6 p.m. Charlotte at New York, 7:30 p.m. Cleveland at Dallas, 7:30 p.m.
Monday’s Games Utah at Orlando, 7 p.m. Milwaukee at Indiana, 7 p.m. Sacramento at Chicago, 8 p.m. L.A. Clippers at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. Cleveland at Phoenix, 9 p.m.
Jazz 110, Bobcats 102
UTAH (110)
Brewer 6-9 0-1 13, Boozer 7-13 8-9 22, Okur 4-10 3-5 11, Williams 7-15 9-10 23, Matthews 0-1 0-0 0, Millsap 8-10 2-2 18, Miles 8-16 12 20, Maynor 0-1 0-0 0, Kirilenko 1-1 1-1 3, Korver 0-0 0-0 0, Price 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 41-77 24-30 110. CHARLOTTE (102) Wallace 10-16 10-13 30, Diaw 3-8 0-0 8, Chandler 0-2 2-4 2, Felton 5-9 0-0 11, Jackson 7-16 3-4 18, Mohammed 2-3 0-0 4, Murray 2-5 0-0 4, Augustin 3-6 9-10 16, Graham 2-5 1-2 6, Henderson 1-1 0-0 3, Diop 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 35-71 25-33 102. Utah 24 28 31 27 — 110 Charlotte 25 22 28 27 — 102 3-Point Goals—Utah 4-17 (Miles 3-8, Brewer 1-2, Price 0-1, Williams 0-2, Okur 0-4), Charlotte 7-13 (Diaw 2-4, Augustin 1-1, Graham 1-1, Henderson 1-1, Felton 1-1, Jackson 1-3, Wallace 0-1, Murray 0-1). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—Utah 42 (Boozer 11), Charlotte 44 (Wallace 13). Assists—Utah 31 (Williams 10), Charlotte 20 (Diaw, Wallace 5). Total Fouls— Utah 24, Charlotte 25. Technicals—Felton. A—14,963 (19,077).
HOCKEY
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NHL
All Times EST EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division GP New Jersey 33 Pittsburgh 35 N.Y. Rangers35 N.Y. Islanders35 Philadelphia 34
W 24 24 16 13 15
L OT Pts GF GA 8 1 49 97 71 10 1 49 114 90 16 3 35 96 101 15 7 33 88 113 17 2 32 94 99
Northeast Division Buffalo Ottawa Boston Montreal Toronto
GP 33 35 33 36 35
W 21 18 16 15 12
L OT Pts GF GA 10 2 44 90 72 13 4 40 100 101 10 7 39 88 85 18 3 33 90 104 16 7 31 102 127
Southeast Division Washington Atlanta Florida Tampa Bay Carolina
GP 35 33 37 35 35
W 21 18 15 12 9
L OT Pts GF GA 8 6 48 126 98 12 3 39 108 99 15 7 37 107 121 14 9 33 87 107 20 6 24 88 128
WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division Chicago Nashville Detroit Columbus St. Louis
GP 33 36 35 35 33
W 22 22 18 14 14
L OT Pts GF GA 8 3 47 100 71 11 3 47 106 101 12 5 41 98 93 14 7 35 101 121 14 5 33 81 94
Northwest Division GP W Calgary 35 20 Colorado 36 19 Vancouver 35 20 Minnesota 35 17 Edmonton 34 15 Pacific Division GP W Los Angeles 37 22 San Jose 35 20 Phoenix 36 21 Dallas 35 15 Anaheim 35 14
L OT Pts GF GA 11 4 44 101 87 11 6 44 104 105 15 0 40 109 90 15 3 37 90 99 15 4 34 103 109 L OT Pts GF GA 12 3 47 111 108 8 7 47 115 93 13 2 44 91 83 9 11 41 105 108 14 7 35 99 111
NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss.
Friday’s Games New Jersey 4, Ottawa 2 Buffalo 5, Toronto 2 Florida 6, Carolina 3 Tampa Bay 6, St. Louis 3 Chicago 5, Boston 4, SO Vancouver 3, Washington 2
Saturday’s Games N.Y. Rangers 2, Philadelphia 1 Dallas 4, Detroit 3 Anaheim 4, Phoenix 2 Nashville 5, Calgary 3 Ottawa 4, Minnesota 1 Carolina 3, Florida 2 New Jersey at Atlanta, 7 p.m. Pittsburgh at Buffalo, 7 p.m. Montreal at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m. Boston at Toronto, 7 p.m. Columbus at Colorado, 9 p.m. Washington at Edmonton, 10 p.m.
Today’s Games Detroit at Chicago, 7 p.m. St. Louis at Vancouver, 10 p.m.
TRIVIA ANSWER
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A. Peggy Fleming.
ADVENTURE, CALENDAR, GOLF THE HIGH POINT ENTERPRISE SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2009 www.hpe.com
My best Christmas present lately O
nce you get to a certain age, Christmas just isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the same. Sure, there are things that are intensely rewarding, like seeing your grandkids opening presents, but the joy of our youth is just not there. I guess Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m more acutely aware of the real meaning of Christmas now than Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever been and, for me personally, that feeling is more of awe than joy. The joy I miss is that kind of blissful, self-centered excitement that all kids feel at Christmas. As a child, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re too innocent to see that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thinking so much about our own wants. Kids havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had time to feel compassion for those less fortunate. I wrote a story a few years ago about the first Christmas I realized how much Mama and Daddy sacrificed for me. I can still hear the pain in my Mamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s voice as she told me that the family had experienced a really tough year. I felt like a crumb to have not noticed it before. Maybe that knowledge that others have sacrificed for our joy tempers us as we get older. This year, a couple of weeks before Christmas, I got the best present Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gotten in years. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m the hardest guy in the world for which to shop. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m married to the best woman I know. The best dog I know sleeps under my bed. I have every gun and fishing rod that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll ever need. I really canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think of a thing I want. Cherie and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get each other presents anymore. Our first Christmas together, I got her some L.L. Bean hunting boots. I figured it was about the nicest thing a man could buy a woman. I guess she assumed Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d never be able to top
something like that so she suggested we just spend what we would have wasted on each other on shoe boxes for Operation, Christmas Child. For me, the most awkward thing SPORTS about Christmas is dealing with stuff Dick I get that I know I Jones wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use. I guess â&#x2013; â&#x2013; â&#x2013; nothing will ever cap the Christmas I got the Nichols .45 cap pistol, hat, gunbelt, boots, and corduroy cowboy suit. Now, that was a Christmas. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d think Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d still feel that same excitement since my Daddy told me and my Mama on numerous occasions that I was the child they spawned who would never grow up. He was right. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve spent my whole life playing with my friends, sometimes till after dark. I still play with toys â&#x20AC;&#x201C; theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just more expensive now. I still love having fun, and I still have no plans to grow up. True, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve grown up in some ways but I really donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to ever get to the point I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t appreciate having fun. Those things I loved as a boy were the accoutrements of life as I wanted it to be. When I opened my present a couple of weeks ago, I was instantly reminded of my past. Two slingshots, a rubber-band gun, a wooden knife and sheath, a pistol and holster, and marbles. Except for the marbles, they were all handmade by my benefactor. I instantly thought of my youth and how these things symbolized the things I treasured and enjoyed.
I feel truly blessed to have friends who read and enjoy what I write. When you tell me that your enjoyed this or that story, I feel like I somehow have made friends just by writing a few words a week. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m smart enough to know that friends are the really important thing to have over fishing rods, shotguns, and bird dogs. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think you have to be truly grown up to know that. You just have to spend a little thing thinking of what gives you the most pleasure in life. What made those presents so special is that my benefactor had learned by reading what I write what was really important to me. He knew I loved things of the past and valued the prizes of boyhood. The homemade gun, knife, slingshots and rubber band gun are hanging in my house and will continue to do. Thanks, for a great Christmas present Davie, Merry Christmas. Someone getting a new gun for Christmas? As I do every year, I invite you to call me if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re giving your son or daughter a rifle, shotgun, or air rifle for Christmas. I know how exciting it is to get a new gun for Christmas and how itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bummer to not be able to shoot it. Please email me if you want to bring your kid to our place to shoot and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll make arrangements. DICK JONES IS a freelance writer living in High Point. He writes about hunting, fishing, dogs, and shooting for several N.C. newspapers as well as magazines. If you have an outdoor story that might be a good feature, he can be reached at offtheporch52@yahoo. com or offtheporchmedia..com
Martin paces South African Open PAARL, South Africa (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Spainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pablo Martin closed in on a second straight European Tour title after retaining his lead through the third round of the South African Open on Saturday. Martin, who won the opening event of the 2010 European Tour at last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alfred Dunhill Championship, carded an eventful even-par 72 to go into the final round one stroke ahead of Italian Edoardo Molinari. Martin, the overnight leader, struggled with his swing but made a series of vital putts to keep his round together. One particularly fortunate incident came at the par-3 12th hole, where his ball landed in a water hazard but bounced off a rock on to the green. He holed the putt for an unlikely birdie.
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BASKETBALL HIGH POINT STARS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A boys winter travel team for kids 9-U/third grade is being offered. Call Aaron Grier at 991-0597 for info.
BASKETBALL/CHEERLEADING RICH FORK BAPTIST UPWARD PROGRAM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Upward Basketball and Cheerleading registration is being held through December at Rich Fork Baptist Church for boys and girls 4 years old and up through sixth grade. Each player receives uniform, car magnet, devotional book and end-of-season award, while cheerleaders receive uniform, pons, megaphone, devotional materials and end-of-season award. Goals of the program are to promote character, salvation and self-esteem. Cost is $65 before Dec. 22 and $75 after. For info or to register, contact the church office at 476-6258 or visit www.richfork.com.
INDOOR SOCCER GRUBB YMCA/MSL â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Grubb Family YMCA and MSL Sports will be having a U10 to U18 coed indoor soccer league at Archdale-Trinity Middle School. All games will be on Sundays, beginning Jan. 3. Cost is $40. For info, contact Mike Sink at 687-3304 or 4315314. Deadline for registration is Dec. 19.
TOM BERRY SPECIAL FUND WANT TO HELP? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Longtime High Point Enterprise sports writer and columnist Tom Berry, who died Aug. 30, left behind his wife, Sandy, and three daughters, Ashlyn, Rachel and Leah. The High Point Enterprise has established a fund â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Tom Berry Special Fund â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at High Point Bank to assist the Berry family with medical bills and college funds. Contributions may be made to the Tom Berry Special Fund and mailed to High Point Bank, P.O. Box 2270, High Point, N.C. 27261. Contributions can also be brought to any High Point Bank branch.
TRACK AND FIELD WESLEYAN COACHING VACANCY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Varsity track and field head coach needed at Wesleyan Christian Academy for spring season. Contact Trojans athletic director Ricardo Viera at 688-7090 for info.
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The widow of Sgt. Jeremy Hedrick holds her husband’s dog tags and wedding band that she wears around her neck. Hedrick, a High Point Central graduate who had served in Afghanistan, committed suicide on Nov. 10.
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Why did 24-year-old Marine Corps Sgt. Jeremy Hedrick commit suicide? In the first installment of this two-part series, staff writer Jimmy Tomlin examines Hedrick’s life through the eyes of those who knew him best – his family members – and shows the dramatic impact Hedrick made in life and in death. Monday’s story will look at the larger issue of suicide in the Marine Corps, which has seen a sharp increase in recent years. BY JIMMY TOMLIN ENTERPRISE STAFF WRITER
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t’s been six weeks since Jeremy Hedrick’s untimely death. Six weeks, yet his family members, friends and fellow Marines still don’t know what killed the 24-year-old High Point native. Yes, officially, Hedrick killed himself – the police report confirms that. Self-inflicted gunshot wound. It happened Nov. 10, soon after midnight, outside his home in Richlands, N.C., not far from Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, where he’d been stationed. He’s one of 46 Marines to have committed suicide in 2009. Six weeks after Hedrick’s death, though, those who knew the young Marine best – those who loved him
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Sunday, Dec. 20, 2009 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: David Cook, 27; Nicole de Boer, 39; Uri Geller, 63; Peter Criss, 64 HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Simplicity and moderation will guide you to better times this year. You will be able to find solutions to any financial concerns that plague you and, in turn, be able to help others. Love is in the stars and, with a little planning, you can improve your romantic life. Learn to relax. Your numbers are 9, 12, 17, 22, 24, 37, 43 ARIES (March 21-April 19): Think things through on your own. Once you have established what you are trying to do, you can ask people with experience to offer suggestions. Someone you like will do something special for you. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry so much about the things you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been able to finish. Reconnecting with family will be enough for the people who love you. A few kind words, a helping hand and your presence will be all thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s required. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your versatility and ability to know what others like, need and want will put you in a good position. Forming a partnership with someone you have feelings for will bring all sorts of new possibilities for the new year. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; CANCER (June 21-July 22): You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to go all-out this year. A little will go a long way. Your memories and family history will be entertaining and appreciated. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get upset with someone who is snippy -- offer warmth and kindness regardless. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your desire to please, coupled with your generosity, will lead to overspending. However, the joy you receive from giving will make it all worthwhile. You have a big heart but must be very selective. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Problems will develop at home due to mounting tension. Avoid anyone looking for a fight. An unexpected change regarding someone you care for will make you rethink your plans for the new year. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may want to be out and about and having some fun but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leave someone out or you will face problems when you get home. Travel and visiting old friends will lead to a situation that may not be welcomed by everyone who knows you. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Visit with friends and the people you may not get to see over the festive season. Whether you travel in spirit or in person, touching base and letting people know you care will set the stage for a stellar year. Avoid overindulgence. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Share memories with friends and family or travel to be with someone you miss. This is a good time to let someone you love know how you feel. Making a commitment will help to stabilize your life. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Do something really special for someone you know needs your help. Make a point of finding out about people from your past whom you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seen for some time but think of often. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Pitch in and help in your community. An old lover will be happy to see you and will share information that will change the way you think and what you do in the future. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll come up with the perfect way to please someone who has always been there for you. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Secrets must be kept, regardless of who wants to know. Avoid overindulgence or being tempted by those who have bad habits. An opportunity to make a good lifestyle change should be welcomed and will ensure that the upcoming year starts off well. â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026;â&#x2DC;&#x2026; ONE STAR: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes or read a good book. Two stars: You can accomplish but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on others for help. Three stars: If you focus, you will reach your goals. Four stars: You can pretty much do as you please, a good time to start new projects. Five stars: Nothing can stop you now. Go for the gold.
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begin with. Frankly, I think your sister had a lot of nerve, and her son has my sympathy because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be a long winter in Las Vegas. Dear Abby: I am in my 70s, and I honestly do not know how to respond when people ask me, â&#x20AC;&#x153;How are you?â&#x20AC;? I have had many health problems in the last few years, and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think anyone really wants to hear about them. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m Just Sayinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Dear Just Sayinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: If you have any reason to think that the person asking the question really doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care how you are, then spare him or her an organ recital. Convey the expected response, which is, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m fine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; how are you?â&#x20AC;? DEAR ABBY is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Write Dear Abby at www. DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
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ear Dr. Fox: We have an 8year-old male dachshund. We brush his teeth every night and also spray his teeth. I remember reading in your column that this is not necessary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; some kind of chewable bone was all that he needed. Can you review that for us again? We feed him Science Diet dry and moist dog food. He has bad breath, and I suspect it is the canned meat. Any advice? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; E.K., Moorhead, Minn. Dear E.K.: Bad breath can mean bad teeth (gingivitis and periodontal disease), but also a general toxicity that may or may not be related to dental problems. Often, a transition to a whole-food diet â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as per my Web site and in my one-edition newsletter â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is all that is needed. Healthy animals, like healthy people, do not have halitosis or bad body odor, and good nutrition plays a major role as the first medicine. Getting dogs used to having their teeth cleaned regularly is a good idea, especially with toy breeds that are more susceptible to dental diseases. Safe things to chew that help keep dogsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; teeth clean are hard to find. Most rawhide chews are chemically treated, often originating from cattle in Argentina and manufactured in China. My top choice is a raw, 2- to 3-inch piece of beef marrow/shank bone, ideally the cartilaginous â&#x20AC;&#x153;knuckleâ&#x20AC;? end. Some dogs need only be allowed five to 10 minutes chew time daily because they may get too gnaw-obsessed and damage their teeth.
but not enough. Her breathing at night is heartbreaking to hear. Is there any other medication or way of correcting this allergy? We love our dog like a daughter. ANIMAL Once a day, we feed her a bowl of Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s DOCTOR Prescription Diet mixed with a little PuDr. Michael rina Beneful Prepared Fox Meals that also have â&#x2013; â&#x2013; â&#x2013; veggies, plus kibble and water. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; C.E., Fort Myers, Fla.
Dear C.E.: Living in Florida can be hell for dogs, with all the bugs and allergenic pollens and molds. Your dog probably already has an impaired immune system, so I would stop any further vaccinations and anti-flea treatments. Instead, try my lemon tea: Simmer one whole lemon (sliced) in two cups of water for 10 minutes, mush, strain and store in a jar. Sponge on your dog to repel bugs. I would transition your dog onto a healthier diet with organic and whole-food ingredients. Visit a local health store, and check the pet-food section that may carry good brands such as Natura, PetGuard, Wellness and Evangerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, to name a few. These do not use inferior ingredients unfit for human consumption. Discuss giving your dog supplements to help boost her immune system and subdue inflammatory/allergic responses. These include fish, hemp and flaxseed oils; anti-inflammatory skullcap herb and super antioxidants Dear Dr. Fox: We have a female such as rosemary; Vitamin C and bioJapanese Chin that is 7 years old and flavinoids; zinc and selenium with viweighs 12 pounds. She has a terrible tamin E; and N-acetylcysteine with Ltime breathing, a runny nose at times alpha lipoic acid. Discuss and explore and sometimes sneezes and gasps for these supplements with your vet or breath. She is up-to-date at the vet, consult with a holistic animal doctor and he has us giving her an allergy practicing integrative medicine. antihistamine (diphenhydramine hydrochloride; 12.5 mg., three times Dear Dr. Fox: I have a 2-year-old fea day), which we think helps some, male soft-coated wheaten terrier. For
some reason, she has a horrible fishy breath smell. She loves to give kisses, but her breath is just awful. We bought her from a pet store (something I swore I would never do). After we got her home, she would vomit after eating. The pet-store vet said nothing was wrong. But when we took her to our vet, we found that she had a right aortic arch. She had surgery, and we had to feed her soft dog food for a long time and then slowly introduced dry food. We still feed her by hand because if she eats too fast, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get sick. We were told that she also has developed allergies, but we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know to what. I have tried your suggestion of enzymes and give her Total-Zymes in her food each day. I also give her the new-millennium formula. She still has fishy breath, and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know why. Trying to brush her teeth is an ordeal â&#x20AC;&#x201C; she can clench her teeth tightly. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; M.K., Brick, N.J. Dear M.K.: You certainly have been through the proverbial ringer with your pet-store-purchased and no doubt puppy-mill-produced dog â&#x20AC;&#x201C; let this be a warning to all prospective dog owners. Wheaten terriers tend to be allergic to wheat (no pun intended), so I would avoid giving her any cereals in her diet, except a little rice. The fishy odor is most likely caused by bacteria in the mouth. Because brushing her teeth is difficult, you may have more success with PetzLife oral spray, which could help sweeten the breath and encourage a healthier bacterial population in your dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mouth. A course of probiotics may also help. Ask your vet or local health store for a good brand, and give your dog about one-third of the recommended daily human dose. See if she will accept a tablespoon of aloe-vera liquid in her food every day for seven to 10 days in conjunction with the probiotics capsules or powder.
Nashville water park expanding in 2010 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A Nashville water park is doubling its size next year. Nashville Shores along J. Percy Priest Lake is adding a 25,000-squarefoot wave pool and 1,000foot lazy river float ride. Additionally, existing facilities will be renovated. The new attractions will be in an undeveloped area of the 385-acre park east of Nashville.
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uestion: In an attempt to reign in our spending this Christmas, my husband wants to dispense with buying and mailing traditional cards and photographs and send e-mail greetings instead. This seems very impersonal to me. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m curious what you think about this growing trend? Dr. Dobson: Any response of mine would be merely subjective opinion, but I would like to share a story with you that might help put the issue in context. Years ago, my great friend, Al Sanders, inadvertently misdialed the telephone while trying to make a local call. He quickly realized his mistake when an older woman answered the phone. Al apologized and prepared to hang up. â&#x20AC;&#x153;No wait,â&#x20AC;? said the woman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am 80 years old, and no one ever calls me. Would you talk to me for a minute?â&#x20AC;? Al and his new friend went on to enjoy a pleasant conversation. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to fall into what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve called â&#x20AC;&#x153;routine panic,â&#x20AC;? where we run faster and faster in our breathless way of life. It is easy to forget why we send holiday greetings in the first place. What type of greeting we send isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t nearly as important as how we view and treat the value of personal relationships. Is there someone like this older lady in your neck-of-the-woods who needs a loving call or a card or a friendly visit today? Is there a single mother near you who has struggled mightily to keep house and home together? Would an assortment of groceries and a warm note help her get through the expensive holiday season? Is there a member of your family with whom you have had severe conflict this year? Wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t this be a great time to call and say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just wanted to tell you that I love you, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sorry if I disappointed or hurt youâ&#x20AC;?? After all, isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t that what the Prince of Peace came to teach us? And while weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re at it, have you slowed your pace enough to make Christmas meaningful in your own home? When our days are concluded, perhaps unexpectedly soon, no power on earth can reunite us for another time of fellowship or communication. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let the opportunity of this season slip through your fingers here at the close of 2009. Question: Our local school board is currently trying to decide whether or not boys and girls should be segregated for courses on sexuality and â&#x20AC;&#x153;family life.â&#x20AC;? What are your feelings with regard to coed sex-education programs? Dr. Dobson: I have severe reservations about highly explicit discussions occurring with both sexes present. To do so breaks down the natural barriers that help to preserve virginity and makes casual sexual experimentation much more likely to occur. It also strips kids â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially girls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; of their modesty to have every detail of anatomy, physiology, intercourse and condom usage made explicit in coed situations. Those
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who have thereby become familiar and conversant about the most FOCUS intimate subjects ON THE later find FAMILY themselves Dr. James watching Dobson explicit â&#x2013; â&#x2013; â&#x2013; sexual scenes in movies, rock videos, and hot television programs. It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take a rocket scientist to recognize the combined impact of these influences. Whereas it was a weighty decision to give up oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s virginity in decades past, it is but a small step for those whose conditioning began in the school classroom. Familiarity â&#x20AC;&#x153;breeds,â&#x20AC;? as we all know. I am also convinced that the incidence of date rape rises when the barriers that help a girl protect herself are removed. In some cases, no doubt, school officials have pushed for mixed sex-education classes out of a sense of obligation. Somehow, they feel this is whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expected of them â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that parents and the community at large want it. Let them know if you disagree! Tell your school board members about the educational advantages of separated classes. They may see your point if you present it to them from that angle.
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EW YORK â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yet another sign that todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kids have it way too easy: They no longer have to learn the format for creating bibliographies for their term papers. They just log on to EasyBib.com, fill in the blanks (title, author, publisher, etc.), and voila â&#x20AC;&#x201C; instant bibliography, in alphabetical order. If you have the ISBN number, just type that in, and the program will even fill in all the blanks for you. And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just one example of how modern technology and the Internet have made my kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic life so much easier than mine was. When I was in high school, and even in college, getting all those term papers finished in the weeks before Christmas break was horrible. Who could enjoy the holiday season amid endless trips to the library and looking things up in the encyclopedia? Term papers on events that you had to research using newspaper articles were even worse than ancient history, because you had to figure out how to use the dreaded, creaky microfilm machine. Now if a kid needs a newspaper article, chances are itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right online. Typewriters were awful, too. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d get Wite-Out to fix all the mistakes youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d made, but it was either too runny or too thick. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d blow on it till it dried, but the inked-in corrections always looked terrible. Today kids just spell-check everything before printing out, and if they still canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get it right, then I say they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t deserve an A. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t say that Wikipedia has replaced encyclopedias, since some teachers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t permit it as a source, but certainly if you need to know what the Monroe Doctrine is, or the year of the Boston Tea
Party, Google will provide the answer faster than a book. Not that the Internet can replace books for research altogether, but for factchecks, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s awfully efficient. Another crutch for the young 21st-century scholar is the ability to search for tiny details in a digitized text and get instantaneous results. Why bother taking notes, highlighting or using Post-Its to keep track of a character or motif? If the book or document youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re writing about can be accessed in a digital format, all the references can be located electronically. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s say a kid was supposed to read â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Catcher in the Rye.â&#x20AC;? And undoubtedly, he did read it ... or most of it ... but maybe he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take notes, or maybe he just wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t paying close attention. And now all of a sudden the teacher is demanding an essay on Holden Caulfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous red hunting hat. What, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know the meaning of that hat? Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an important symbol! You better Google that! Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also need to read some of the passages where the hat is mentioned. But you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to thumb through every page in the actual book, skimming for the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;hat.â&#x20AC;? Just go to Amazon. com, find the book, click on the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Look Insideâ&#x20AC;? offer, and type â&#x20AC;&#x153;hatâ&#x20AC;? into the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Search Inside This Bookâ&#x20AC;? box. References containing the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;hatâ&#x20AC;? line up on the lefthand side of the screen. If you want to see them in context, just click â&#x20AC;&#x153;Next Resultâ&#x20AC;? on the righthand side, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see the whole page. Obviously this wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work for every book. Many texts, especially newer books, cannot be accessed online. But a lot of the texts that high school students use â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Shakespeare, the Iliad, classic poems, noteworthy speeches â&#x20AC;&#x201C; are available in their entirety, if not in Amazon, then in Google
Books or some other database. You might not want to read a whole book or a play sitting at a computer, but finding a quote that you half-remember in order to use it in a term paper is much easier with a digital find command. As someone who grew up without all these electronic shortcuts, I have mixed feelings about them. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just that I think my children should suffer the way I did â&#x20AC;&#x201C; though certainly thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part of it. I never miss a chance to start a conversation with the words, â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I was a kid...â&#x20AC;? just to drive them crazy. But I honestly think theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re missing out if they never have to physically skim through a book looking for a quote or reference. So many times Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gone looking for some little phrase in a text and ended up reconnecting with the story all over again. I might start rereading a favorite chapter or critical passage, or even get distracted from my original search because I stumbled on some new theme or point I hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t considered before. And for me, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s half the fun. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think kids growing up today are missing anything by using EasyBib. com instead of memorizing the format for a bibliography, but it would be too bad if digitized texts meant theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d never get lost in a book again. Still, for high-school research purposes, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clear that the Internet has largely replaced a physical library. So imagine how thrilled I was the other day when my son told me heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d gone to our neighborhood library to pick something up for a social studies paper thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s due before Christmas break. I guess it shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have surprised me when the item turned out to be a movie. BETH HARPAZ is the author of several books, including â&#x20AC;&#x153;13 Is the New 18.â&#x20AC;?
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More than 200 booths offer traditional Thuringian handcrafts and sweets as a big Ferris wheel stands on the Christmas Fair in front of the Mariendom (Cathedral of Mary) and St. Severi’s Church in Erfurt. Germany.
Christmas in Germany Across the country, markets mix history, charm BY LAURA STEVENS ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER
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OTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER, Germany – The run-up to Dec. 25 in Germany is marked not just by a rush of shopping, but also by the nation’s many convivial Christmas markets. While the most renowned are the massive markets in Dresden and Nuremberg, many find the season is best celebrated at the dozens of smaller markets across the nation, like the one in Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Here, locals and visitors alike pack the central Reiterlesmarkt square to enjoy the intimate nature of the quaint town. Surrounded by medieval walls that date back to the 12th century, Rothenburg is also home to Kaethe Wohlfahrt, makers of ornaments and wooden carvings that are popular yearround with tourists, but that really grab attention in the Christmas season. A couple of hours southwest of Rothenburg, visitors to Esslingen have the choice of visiting either a modern or a medieval Christmas market – which takes all the fantasy of medieval dress, customs, traditions and food and places it in a market atmosphere. Steffi Fasora, dressed in a long, blue robe, invited children to play a game with a live mouse that is set down in the middle of a ring of wood-
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GERMANY’S CHRISTMAS MARKETS: http://tinyurl. com/5c9n9d. This is a list, in English, of Germany’s different Christmas markets and what they feature, compiled by Germany’s national tourism office. ESSLINGEN AM NECKAR: http://tinyurl.com/yzcrtbx offers details on the Esslingen medieval and traditional Christmas markets. ROTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER: http://tinyurl. com/yb5ptjo lists contacts and other information for visiting the city on its Web site. HEIDELBERG: http://ti-
nyurl.com/ygfmxzq offers information about the city for visitors. KONSTANZ: www.konstanz.de/en/index.html has tourism information in English for visitors. GETTING THERE: Frankfurt International Airport is in central Germany, and Germany’s railway system connects to all of these cities. Railway fares are quite reasonable, and the main train station in each of the four cities is within walking distance of the markets. Rental cars are also an option, and parking options are well-marked in each city.
en boxes, each of which is claimed by a child. The rodent, dubbed a “magical mouse from India,” ducks into one of the boxes, making that child the winner. Bringing joy into Germany is what Christmas markets are all about, said Fasora, who works at medieval markets across the region. Decembers are dark and gloomy, “and people are usually sitting in the house and being depressed,” she said. “That is why we set up a Christmas market – to bring the people out here, to have fun, to meet each other, to spend their money of course! This is what it’s all about.” A couple of stalls down, bakers baked bread sticks in a wood-burning oven, while a shoemaker
sewed together his wares. A bagpiper in a long brown robe strolled around and children made their own handdipped candles. A roughly 20-foot-high Ferris wheel, which two burly men turned by hand, attracted Roberta Morrissey’s children, aged 12, 9 and 6 – all having the time of their lives. Morrissey, who moved to Germany last summer when her husband was stationed there with the U.S. military, shouted over the bagpipes, “It’s actually an old-world feel, old-world culture, extremely family friendly.” Just an hour northwest of Esslingen by train, the Heidelberg market is set up in several spots along the city’s mile-long pedestrian street through
the heart of the old city. At the far end, skaters glide on a rink below the ruins of the city’s famous castle, built in the 1200s. Handcrafts are among the most popular items sold at the markets, including wooden bowls, nativity figurines, ornaments and beeswax candles. In Konstanz, on the Swiss border, the twinkling lights of the Christmas market stretch through the heart of downtown to the shores of Lake Constance, where a “Christmas Boat” floated with handcrafted items for sale. Regional fish were stuffed into rolls, an alternative to the ubiquitous bratwurst sausages on grills. Among the hundreds of visitors who packed the fair on a recent Saturday was the Fuellsack family, out for an annual tradition of drinking “Gluehwein,” or hot, mulled wine with hints of citrus and nutmeg. For
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children and teetotalers there is a nonalcoholic punch. Katharina, 16, and her sisters joined her parents for an evening at the market. “We go in the evening, because in the evening it’s the prettiest,” she said. There are lots of treats that you can only get at Christmas time, she said, like roasted chestnuts – something she and her sisters love. The girls roamed the
stalls looking for gifts for their friends – Franziska, 14, found a pair of pink and yellow striped gloves. You can’t help but be happy at a Christmas market, Katharina said. “It’s so positive ... and everyone is in a good mood,” she said, adding: “Christmas markets, you look forward to them all year. When you think about Christmas, Christmas markets are always a part of the equation.”
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High Point native’s suicide raises many questions FROM PAGE 1E
that he had to do over there.” At 24, Sgt. Jeremy Lynn Hedrick – proud, honorable Marine, loving husband and son, doting father, and now, apparently an indirect casualty of war – left behind a legacy of memories and mysteries. **** Marty and Cathy Hedrick had been trying to have a child for more than eight years, and doctors had told them they likely never would. So when Jeremy made his arrival on Dec. 6, 1984 – all 10 pounds, 2 ounces of him – the Hedricks suspected he would be a special child. “It was a miracle just having him there,” Marty says. Jeremy was a highly curious, always rambunctious child who grew to love the outdoors, animals, camping, Scouting and martial arts. He also adored small children and loved playing with his little brother, Nathan, when he was born. His vocabulary developed early, but he leaned more toward athletics than academics. He especially loved baseball and played high-school ball at High Point Central. He also played the saxophone in the school’s jazz band. It was in the school’s Marine ROTC program, though, that Jeremy really found his identity. “That really started to be his thing – it made him blossom a lot into honing in on his personal skills,” says Nathan, a grad student at Duke University. “I think he liked very disciplined organizations – that’s what called him to martial arts, and that’s what called him to the military. He liked being spit-andpolished, organized and disciplined. That’s when he really excelled.” The Marines appealed to Jeremy’s sense of values, Nathan says. “It was something he could feel proud of and see value in,” he says. “Like, with calculus, he didn’t see the value of that. But in the Marines, I think he saw the importance and value of what that organization does.” After graduation in 2003, Jeremy appeased his parents by taking some college classes locally for a couple of years, but he had his heart set on joining the Marines, and they knew it. He enlisted in the summer of 2005, attended boot camp at Parris Island, S.C., and came out a changed man. “He looked great, and when someone spoke to him, he responded with respect and poise, and just carried himself so well,” Nathan recalls. “The whole boot camp experience was probably hell on earth for him, but he got a lot out of it.” Jeremy Hedrick, U.S.M.C., had fulfilled a dream. **** While Jeremy had long wanted to be a Marine, Kristen Pride had long wanted to marry one. The daughter of a Marine, Kristen grew up embracing the Corps lifestyle and admiring the soldiers for their service to the nation. Home-schooled as a child, she always got a day off for the Marine Corps’ birthday – that’s how engrained the Marines have been in her family. “I told my dad when I was 4 that I was gonna marry a Marine,” Kristen says. “I had my heart set on that, and I really didn’t date anyone who wasn’t.” She lived most of her life in Raleigh, but after college she moved to Jacksonville – home of Camp Lejeune – to find a husband. In the spring of 2007, while delivering chicken wings to some Marines on base, she met Jeremy, who brazenly asked for her phone number. Kristen didn’t normally give her number to strangers, but something about Jeremy struck her – his politeness, his respectfulness, the way he apologized for his fellow Marines’ rowdiness. “He texted me later that night,” she recalls, “and says, ‘How about we go out to dinner, and if you don’t like me, you never have to talk to me again?’” She accepted, went to dinner with Jeremy and found him to be every bit as charming as he’d been a few nights earlier. “It’s extremely difficult nowadays to find a gentleman – a true Southern gentleman who picks you up at your house, pulls out your chair, and opens doors for you,” Kristen says. “I have had relationships with numerous people who were nothing like that, so (Jeremy) was a nice change of pace. ... I knew there was something different about him. He was obviously raised to act respectfully toward women.” Before they’d even dated a week, Jeremy met Kristen’s parents at a family function in Winston-Salem. Jeremy had planned to stay with his parents in High Point, but when he learned Kristen had to return to Jacksonville that night, he insisted on following her – a nearly four-
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In 2003, Jeremy Hedrick posed with his parents, Cathy and Marty, at his Eagle Scout Award presentation. hour drive – to make sure she got home safely. He slept on her floor a couple of hours, then turned around and drove back to High Point – he’d promised his mom he’d be here for Sunday lunch – and then drove back to Jacksonville to be at work the next morning. That chivalry “impressed me from the very get-go,” says Kristen’s father, the Rev. John Pride. The romance escalated quickly, in part because the two hit it off so well, but also because Jeremy was scheduled for deployment. Their first date took place May 1, 2007, and they got married June 29. Jeremy shipped off for a six-month expeditionary mission Aug. 1 – the same day Kristen learned she was pregnant. Jeremy returned in time for the birth of his daughter, Brooke-Lynn, on April 16, 2008. To a person, everyone talks about how deeply he loved his baby girl. “He could’ve lost the Corps, he could’ve lost his wife, he could’ve lost all of us, but as long as his little girl was there, he would’ve walked through hell for her,” Marty says. “He loved her so much and was such a good daddy.” Jeremy seemed to have it all – a beautiful wife, a baby girl he adored, and a life in the Marine Corps, the organization that had given him his sense of purpose. Where, when and how could things possibly have gone so wrong? **** In November 2008, Jeremy deployed to Afghanistan, where he served as a logistics chief with the 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment. He served largely in a troop support role, rather than on the front lines. Still, death surrounded him. From his desk, Jeremy could actually hear over a
’He could’ve lost the Corps, he could’ve lost his wife, he could’ve lost all of us, but as long as his little girl was there, he would’ve walked through hell for her.’ Marty Hedrick Jeremy’s father communications system when a Humvee – often carrying his buddies or men he had trained – came under attack or hit a roadside bomb. Several of those men died. “He had a rough time,” Kristen says. “There were quite a few (friends) that didn’t make it home.” Though Jeremy didn’t talk much about his experience in Afghanistan, Kristen knows anguish and guilt weighed on his broad shoulders. “He was with these boys every single day,” she says. “These are people that you see on an everyday basis, and then when they get killed and you don’t see them every day anymore, regardless of if you liked them or not, it still has an effect on you.” In the meantime, he called Kristen daily – without fail – from Afghanistan. “Sometimes the phone center was down and he would have to walk a few miles (to get to a phone), but it didn’t matter,” she
says. “It didn’t matter if he had been up 52 hours in a row – he was gonna call.” Jeremy returned home in mid-May and helped celebrate Brooke-Lynn’s 1st birthday party, postponed a month so he could be there. He re-enlisted, striking an agreement with the Corps that he wouldn’t be deployed again for at least four years. In August, he and Kristen bought a new house, and he spoke often of his backyard plans – a vegetable garden, a patio fire pit. The young couple also signed up for marriage counseling – not because they were having problems, Kristen insists, but simply because they knew Jeremy’s return home would change the dynamics of the household, and they wanted to be proactive about addressing any issues that might arise. By all accounts, including his own, Jeremy’s life was still wonderful, despite whatever he had experienced during his deployment. “He was thrilled with everything in his life,” Nathan says. “He would say he had everything he’d always wanted, again leading to the mystery of this whole thing. You’ve never seen anybody more content.” **** Like Jeremy’s death itself, the surreal details of what happened the night of Nov. 9 and early-morning hours of Nov. 10 make no sense. After having dinner with friends, Jeremy and Kristen picked up a couple of movies on the way home. Brooke-Lynn was staying with Kristen’s parents, who now live in Burlington, so the couple had the rest of the night to themselves. About the time they got home is when Jeremy snapped, Kristen says. She made a comment about the grass – which apparently had been spray-painted by a utility company that planned to do some digging – and her comment somehow escalated into an argument with her husband. “He was getting really angry for no apparent reason,” Kristen recalls. “I mean, the grass isn’t something to get that upset about.” Kristen left the house for about 45 minutes, giving them both time to cool off. When she returned around midnight, though, Jeremy was in hysterics. “He was just really upset and crying and screaming and not making any sense,” she says. When she suggested she would leave again to give Jeremy more time to calm down, his rage intensified even more. “He just snapped,” she says. “He punched a hole through the living-room wall.” Kristen had never seen Jeremy like this. They had argued before, but never to this extreme. She didn’t even recognize her husband. “He was just acting really weird,” she says. “His eyes didn’t even look like himself. At that point, he was just gone, and I don’t know what made him snap. Obviously, it wasn’t the grass, but something happened.” After punching the wall, he stormed out onto the patio, where Kristen heard him pump a shotgun – the gun she had bought to protect herself and Brooke-Lynn while Jeremy was deployed. Fearing for her safety, Kristen ran out the front door, crossed the street and called 911 to tell police of Jeremy’s strange behavior and to see if they could come calm him down. As she was leaving, she heard what she
now knows was the shotgun blast that killed her husband. At the time, though, she says it sounded as if Jeremy had tripped over something, causing a loud crash. It wasn’t until after the police arrived and found Jeremy’s lifeless body on the patio that she would learn the awful truth. **** This would’ve been Jeremy and Kristen’s first Christmas together, since he was deployed at Christmastime the past two years. Instead, she finds herself in a Burlington apartment, living with her parents. Brooke-Lynn is too young to understand why Daddy’s not there – and with Jeremy’s deployments, his absence from the household probably doesn’t seem all that unusual anyway – but not a day goes by that Kristen doesn’t reflect on how unexpectedly her life has been turned upside-down. “It’s been really hard,” she says, holding back tears. “I mean, I know we only had been married for a short time, but I like to think I knew him better than anybody. For me, it’s been a lot of guilt: Why didn’t I see something? How could I have stopped this?” Around her neck, Kristen wears a chain adorned with Jeremy’s dog tags and his wedding band, a constant, poignant reminder of their life together – the young, handsome Marine and his beautiful bride, who remains ever loyal to her husband and to the organization he served so proudly. Semper fidelis. Kristen’s car still bears a sticker that reads “Marine Wife: Toughest Job in the Corps,” and it’s never rung more true than it does now. Here in High Point, Marty and Cathy still struggle to understand, meanwhile coping the best they can. Marty, a high-school commercial art teacher, can’t bring himself to finish the painting he was working on. The painting – a pastoral scene Jeremy would’ve loved – was going to be a Christmas gift for Jeremy to hang over his mantel. Cathy still finds it difficult to talk about what happened. On Dec. 6, which would’ve been Jeremy’s 25th birthday, she wrote: “There is a hole in my heart that will be there until I die. When the Marines came to give us the news, I would not believe it. No parent should outlive their child. Tears come easily and often. Everything I touch reminds me of him. I hope someday I will understand and be able to live with the pain. Today is not that day.” Nathan lives with regrets. Absorbed in his studies at Duke, he turned down invitations to visit his brother – invitations he now wishes he’d accepted. Kristen, meanwhile, tries to find comfort wherever she can. “We know that Jeremy was obviously hurting from whatever he was going through, and we know that he’s OK now,” she says softly. “We’re Christians, and he had expressed that he was saved, so we know that he is in heaven and that he’s OK now, and that’s the comfort we’re trying to take out of this. He’s at peace now, which we obviously want for him.” And six weeks later, that’s what they want for themselves, too. jtomlin@hpe.com | 888-3579
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Wagners celebrate 50th anniversary Charles and Carol Wagner of Sophia, NC, celebrated 50 years of marriage December 18, 2009, at Shady Grove Baptist Church, Glenola, NC. Mr. and Mrs. Wagner were married December 18, 1959, in High Point, NC. Mrs. Wagner is the former Carol Whitaker of Mount Airy, NC. Host and hostess for the celebration party were the couple’s two children, David Wagner and wife Susan and Sabrina Maynard and husband Johnny, all of Sophia, NC. The couple also have nine grandchildren. Mr. Wagner is retired from the City of High Point. Mrs. Wagner is retired also. Highlights of the evening were a pictorial and musical journey through the past 50 years of their lives, on DVD.
Lump-sum payment not paid to all survivors SOCIAL SECURITY --Q How do I receive the lump-sum death payment after a relative dies?
Carol and Charles Wagner Married December 18, 1959
A. A lump-sum death benefit of $255 may be paid upon the death of a person who has worked long enough to be insured under the Social Security program. The lump-sum death benefit can be paid upon the death of the insured person even if they were not receiving retirement or disability benefits at the time of death. A one-time payment of $255 is payable to the surviving spouse if he or she was living with the beneficiary at the time of death, OR if living apart, was eligible for Social Security benefits on the beneficiary’s earnings record for the month of death. If there is no surviving spouse, the payment is made to a child who was eligible for benefits on the beneficiary’s earnings record in the month of death. Q. How long must I be married to collect benefits when a spouse dies? A. Generally, a person can qualify for widow’s or widower’s benefits if he or she was married to the deceased worker for at least nine months just before the worker died. However, there are some excep-
Nancy and Buster Crabb In 1959
Nancy and Buster Crabb In 2009
Crabb couple celebrate 50th anniversary Buster and Nancy Crabb of High Point, NC, celebrated 50 years of marriage December 12, 2009, with a reception held at Westchester Baptist Church. Mr. and Mrs. Crabb were married December 20, 1959, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Elkin, NC. Mrs. Crabb is the former Nancy Lyon of Elkin. The couple have three children, Lynne Crabb
of High Point, Beth Crabb of Nashville, and Chuck Crabb and wife Lisa of Wake Forest; and a grandson, Blake Crabb. Mr. Crabb served in the U.S. Army and was a Captain with the High Point Police Department. He is retired. Mrs. Crabb was a nurse with Guilford County Health Department. She is retired.
Shelby and Frank Hedrick In 1959
Shelby and Frank Hedrick In 2009
Hedricks celebrate 50th anniversary Frank and Shelby Hedrick of Thomasville, NC, celebrated 50 years of marriage December 11, 2009, at Captain Tom’s in Thomasville. Mr. and Mrs. Hedrick were married December 11, 1959. Mrs. Hedrick is the former Shelby Wilson of Thomasville. The couple have three children: Daniel Hedrick and wife Jane, Rodney Hedrick
and wife Melissa, all of Thomasville and Stewart Hedrick and wife Peggy of Lexington. They have three grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. Mr. Hedrick worked for Mickey Truck Bodies and is retired. Mrs. Hedrick worked at Thomasville Furniture and is retired.
Tammy and Rick Younger In 1984
Tammy and Rick Younger In 2009
Youngers celebrate 25th anniversary Tammy and Rick Younger of Thomasville, NC, celebrated 25 years of marriage November 24, 2009, with a Carnival Caribbean Cruise with family and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Younger were married November 24, 1984, at Wayside Tabernacle Freewill Baptist Church, Thomasville, NC. Mrs. Younger is the former Tammy Hicks. The couple have two children, Jessica Younger and Matthew
Younger. Mr. Younger is employed as Plant Manager with Younger Furniture in Thomasville, NC. Mrs. Younger is employed as Data Entry at Adams Woodturning Company in High Point, NC. The couple attend North Pointe Pentecostal Holiness Church in High Point, NC.
tions to the nine month provision, and these exceptions can be found at the following site: www.socialsecurity.gov/OP_Home/handbook/handbook.04/handbook-0404.html Q. Are Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments only paid to disabled people? A. No. SSI payments also are made to people with limited income and financial resources who are age 65 or older. SSI benefits are available for both adults and children who are blind or disabled. You can learn more about SSI benefits and who can receive them by reading our online publications about SSI. To begin, refer to the online booklet, Supplemental Security Income, at www. socialsecurity.gov/pubs/11000.html. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, visit the Web site www.socialsecurity.gov or call toll-free at (800) 772-1213 or TTY at (800) 325-0778. OZELLA BUNDY is a public affairs specialist with the Social Security Administration. You can contact her at (336) 854-1809, Ext. 240 or via e-mail at ozella.bundy@ssa.gov.
Utah’s Zion forms relationship with China park ZION NATIONAL PARK, Utah (AP) – Zion National Park is establishing a sister relationship with a national park in China. Officials say Danxiashan National Park is Zion’s first sister park in China, according to The Spectrum, a newspaper based in St. George, Utah. Zion Superintendent Jock Whitworth says the agreement between the parks will involve sharing ideas, staff and research to better understand both parks and cultures.
The new relationship was celebrated Dec. 13 as the deal was finalized. Danxiashan’s director says his park contacted Zion about a possible relationship because the two locations share a similar formation of red rocks. A park ranger at Zion says the two parks are very similar. The major difference is that the climate near China’s south coast, where Danxiashan is located, is much wetter than at Zion.
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Jennifer Elizabeth Thomas and Zachary Wilbur Sandbulte, both of Richmond VA, were united in marriage November 7, 2009, at the First Presbyterian Church, Wilmington, NC. The Reverend Doctor Ernest Trice Thompson III officiated at the 5 p.m. ceremony. Wedding music was provided by Douglas Blair Leightenheimer, organist. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Willard Thomas III of High Point, NC. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Creasy Walker, junior and John Willard Thomas, junior of Rocky Point and the late Mrs. Tommie Munford Thomas. The groom is the son of Doctor and Mrs. Wilbur Gene Sandbulte of Seattle, WA. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Waldo Sachs and the late Mr. Jennifer Thomas and Mrs. Benard Arend Sandbulte. Weds Zachary Sandbulte Escorted by her father, John Willard Thomas III, the bride was attended by Miss Emily Wall Thomas of Greensboro, sister of the bride, as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Natalie Hatjis Thomas, sister-in-law of the bride, and Mrs. Emily Meisky Hinkle, both of Greensboro, Miss Lauren Anne Burrow of Charlottesville, VA, Miss Lee Forrest Culp of Washington, DC, Mrs. Allison Curry Hughes of Columbia, SC, Miss Jane Elizabeth Ledlie and Miss Susan Carter Anderson Woodward, both of Richmond, VA, Mrs. Lindsey Duran Sberna of Dallas, Texas and Mrs. Kathryn Zenns Smith of Raleigh. The groom chose Joshua Benard Sandbulte of New York, NY, brother of the groom, to serve as best man. Groomsmen were Jeffrey O’Connor Thomas of Greensboro, brother of the bride, Casey Jonathan Bowman and Christopher Stephen Brown, both of Seattle, WA, Ryan Lee Hass of Beijing, China, Kelly Andrew Kolstad of Campbell, CA, Alexander Field Mason and Jeffrey Mark Miller, both of San Francisco, CA, and Tjoson Tjoa of Richmond, VA. Greeters were Mrs. Katharine Hoskins Davis of Mableton, GA, Mrs. Stephanie Hawks Hale of Bluffton, SC, and Miss Lisa Marie Mack of Richmond, VA. An engagement party was held on August 29 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Neal Clinard, hosted by friends of the bride and the bride’s family. A bridesmaids’ luncheon was held on Friday at the Eagle Point Golf Club in Wilmington, NC, hosted by friends of the bride. On Friday evening, the parents of the groom hosted a rehearsal dinner and cocktail dessert at the City Club de Rosset in downtown Wilmington. Immediately following the ceremony, the parents of the bride hosted a reception a the Figure Eight Island Yacht Club. A farewell brunch on Sunday was hosted by the parents of the bride at their home on Figure Eight Island. The bride is a graduate of High Point Central High School, Washington and Lee University with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, University of Virginia with a Masters of Art in Biopsychology, and is currently attending the Medical College of Virginia where she is in her fourth year of medical school. She is a member of the Alpha Iota Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta. She was presented by the Debutante Club of High Point and the Terpischorean Club of Raleigh. The groom is a graduate of Issaquah High School, University of Washington with a Bachelor of Art in Economics, and is currently attending the Medical College of Virginia where he is in his fourth year of medical school. He is a member of the Sigma Tau Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta. Following a wedding trip to Bald Head Island, NC, the couple resides in Richmond, VA.
Laura Ashley McCarn of High Point, NC, and Matthew Ruffin Brown of Hickory, NC, were united in marriage September 26, 2009, at Mount Tabor United Methodist Church, Winston-Salem, NC. The Rev. John Feree and the Rev. Earl Wilson officiated at the 12 noon ceremony. Wedding music was provided by Corda Entertainment. The bride is the daughter of Johnny and Marty McCarn of High Point, NC. She is the granddaughter of Louis and Jean Winters, John Russell and Betty McCarn. The groom is the son of Roy and Bink Brown of Hickory, NC. Escorted by her father, Johnny McCarn, the bride was attended by her sister, Stephanie McCarn, maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Ms. Robbie Brown of Asheville, NC, sister Laura McCarn of the groom, Ms. Gay Burton of Weds Matthew Brown Chattanooga, TN, cousin of the bride, Ms. Kristen Allred of High Point, NC, and Ms. Megan Harris of Gastonia, NC. The groom chose his brother, Charlie Brown, to serve as best man. Groomsmen were Alex McCarn and Taylor McCarn, both of High Point, NC, brothers of the bride, Adam Howard of Raleigh, NC, and Matt McRee of Wilmington, NC. Flower girl was Aubrey Flowers of Boone, NC. The wedding reception, following the ceremony, was held at the Shaffner House in downtown Winston-Salem, NC. The bride graduated from Appalachian State University in 2008 with a degree in Child Development. She is employed as a preschool teacher. The groom is a 2008 graduate of Appalachian State University with degrees in Criminal Justice and Computer Forensics. He is employed as a police officer. Following a wedding trip to Aruba, the couple resides in Hickory, NC.
Kanipe - Beck Tina Beck and Kyle Kanipe, both of Raleigh, NC, were united in marriage October 17, 2009, at Castle McCulloch, High Point, NC. The Rev. Terry Hayes officiated at the 11:30 a.m. ceremony. Wedding musician was Samatha Magee, violinist. The bride is the daughter of Terry Beck of Pasadena, TX. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Beck. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kanipe of Falston, NC. Escorted by her father, Terry Beck, the bride was attended by Heather Houchins, matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Cassie Bass and Jennifer Harris. The groom chose Kenneth Kanipe to serve as best man. Groomsmen were Corbett Kanipe and Brad Houchins. Tina Beck Flower girl was Adrianna Barnes. Ring bearer was Jacob Weds Kyle Kanipe Nifong. Guest registrars were Greg, Rebecca and Lily Harris. The rehearsal dinner, hosted by the groom’s parents, was held at the Clarion Hotel in Greensboro, NC. Reception following the ceremony was held in the Great Hall at Castle McCulloch. The bride is a 1997 Graduate of Central Baptist School, Hattisburg, MS and a 2002 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is employed by Pfizer Pharmaceuticals in Sanford, NC. The groom is a 1999 graduate of South Point High School in Belmont, NC and a 2003 graduate of North Carolina State University. He is employed by Pfizer Pharmaceuticals in Sanford NC. Following a wedding trip to Mayan Riveria, Mexico, the couple resides in Raleigh, NC.
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Maybank - Bibee Mr. and Mrs. David Huguenin Maybank of Charleston, SC, announce the engagement of their daughter, Katherine Alexander Maybank, to Charles Cartwright Bibee of Birmingham, AL. The wedding is planned for April 17, 2010, at St. Phillips Church, Charleston, SC. Miss Maybank is a graduate of Episcopal High School of Alexandria, VA. She received her Bachelor of Arts from the University of the South, Sewanee,
TN. She is employed by The American Red Cross in Charleston. Mr. Bibee is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henry Bibee of High Point, NC. He is a graduate of High Point Central High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Virginia at Charlottesville, VA, and his Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University Law Center, Washington, DC. He is an attorney practicing with Burr & Forman in Birmingham.
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ear Dr. Donohue: I’m a 27-yearold woman who developed numbness in my right hand, and then I had problems trying to walk. My family doctor sent me to a neurologist, who suspects multiple sclerosis. He has scheduled me for more tests. What do those tests involve? What exactly is multiple sclerosis? I am frightened by all this. – M.K. The “sclerosis” of “multiple sclerosis” refers to scars that have formed in the brain and spinal cord. “Multiple” indicates that there are many of them, and many brain locations can develop them. Not only do scars form, but the insulating material for nerves – myelin – crumbles. These scars and unprotected nerve cells cannot conduct messages as they should. Their transmission is short-circuited. The resulting variety of signs and symptoms depend on which parts of the brain are affected. Transient loss of vision is a common symptom. Double vision is another possible symptom. Bending the neck often sends a sensation of electric shocks down the back or arms. Fatigue is almost a universal part of the picture. Numbness, tingling, coldness and outright pain are frequent complaints. Muscle weakness makes walking difficult. Heat – even from a short, hot shower – worsens symptoms. MS usually strikes between the ages of 20 and 40. The illness is more common in Northern cli-
mates. According to some, the decreased vitamin D production that comes with long, HEALTH sunless winters Dr. Paul has a hand Donohue in spawn■■■ ing it. The actual basis, however, is most likely an immune attack on the nervous system. One of the most useful tests in detecting MS is an MRI scan of the brain. Its pictures show the scars clearly. Testing fluid for gamma globulin and for a special kind of protein called oligoclonal bands is more supporting evidence for MS. Many treatments are readily available for multiple sclerosis patients. Cortisone drugs are used for acute attacks. Newer agents, like interferon beta and glatiramer, can slow its progression. Natalizumab is available for those who don’t respond to standard therapy. Dear Dr. Donohue: My doctor tells me I have a deviated septum. He hasn’t told me what to do for it. What should I do? Is surgery on it covered by insurance, or is it considered plastic surgery? – G.P. You don’t have to do a thing if you’re not bothered by it. The nasal septum is the cartilage wall that separates the right and left nostrils. A deviated septum veers to one side or the other. It can make breathing difficult. It
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Tenderfoot Scout Bradley Corr, 11, and his father, Troop 29 committee member Warren Corr, walk a wooded trail at Boy Scout camp at Camp Minsi in Pocono Summit, Pa. As the Boy Scouts of America heads toward its 100th anniversary in February, its first century adds up to a remarkable saga, full of achievement, complexity and contradiction. On one hand, no other U.S. youth organization has served as many boys, an estimated 112 million over the years. On the other hand, in both the courts and the public arena, the BSA has doggedly defended its right to discriminate, excluding gays and atheists from its ranks, and overriding requests from some local units to soften those policies.
Prepared for 100 At centennial, Boy Scouts say they’re still essential BY DAVID CRARY AP NATIONAL WRITER
POCONO SUMMIT, Pa. — A fifth-generation Boy Scout, 11-year-old Brad Corr is steeped in all the lore and tradition: the Scout Oath and Scout Law, campcraft and community service, the daily doing of good deeds. If he were recruiting a friend for the Scouts, though, what would be
to a remarkable saga, full of achievement and complexity. On one hand, no other U.S. youth organization has served as many boys — an estimated 112 million over the years — and is so deeply ingrained in the Norman Rockwell version of American popular culture. It can boast of a congressional charter and a long, unbroken string of U.S. presidents, including Barack Obama, serving as its honorary leader. On the other hand, in both the courts and the public arena, the BSA has doggedly defended its right to exclude gays and atheists from its ranks, overriding requests from some local units to soften those policies. “We do have folks who
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his best pitch? “We got to build catapults and launch pumpkins from them.” Old-fashioned fun is part of the Scout heritage. So is doing one’s duty to God and country. And so too is controversy. As the Boy Scouts of America heads toward its 100th anniversary in February, its first century adds up
say we probably should rethink this,” Bob Mazzuca, the chief Scout executive, said in an interview. “We can agree to disagree on a particular issue and still come together for the common good.” The Scouts — though their numbers have dropped in recent decades — remain a pervasive
presence across America, vibrant in many suburbs and heartland towns, pressing minority recruitment campaigns in urban areas where enrollment often has lagged. Mazzuca and others in the Scouts’ extended family view the centennial as an opportunity to look forward as well as back. “We’re going to reintroduce folks to the impact Scouting has made and the reality that Scouting is more essential today than it’s ever been before,” he said. No centennial campaign is needed to convince the Corr family that Scouting is essential. They’ve been engaged since 1928, when Edgar Corr became scoutmaster of Troop P2 in Easton, Pa., and his son, Andrew, became one of the Scouts. Andrew’s son, Ted Corr, now 71, became a Scout in 1950 and remains active as a unit commissioner. Warren Corr, Ted’s 40year-old son, earned his Eagle Scout rank in 1987 and has served in various leadership posts since then. And Brad, Warren’s son, joined Cub Scouts in 2004 and crossed over into Boy Scouts last February as one of more than 100 members of Troop 29 in Forks Township, Pa. A sixth grader, Brad is a Tenderfoot, the first rank a Scout can earn, with merit badges in leatherwork, fingerprinting and space exploration, and has the ambitious goal of becoming an Eagle Scout within three years. He savors the camping trips and the do-it-yourself projects like building rockets and signal towers. Some of Brad’s friends are in the Scouts, others
Scouting troops in the Piedmont are overseen by the Old North State Council. The council covers eight counties: Davie, Davidson, Randolph, Guilford, Alamance, Rockingham, Caswell and Person. According to its Web site, the programs offered through the Old North State Council include Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Exploring and Venturing. Volunteer adult leaders serve at all levels of Scouting. For more information about the Old North State Council or its member troops, check the Web site http:// www.bsaonsc. org. The Royce Reynolds Family Scout Office & National Scout Shop is at 1405 Westover Terrace in Greensboro.
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Andrew Thornton, 11, (right) chops branches to make a lean-to at the Lippincott family campsite in Sciota, Pa. have dropped out or never joined. A common refrain from many families, in Troop 29’s area and across the country, is that they just don’t have the time for Scouting. For the Corrs, though, forgoing Scouting isn’t an option — even with Brad playing soccer, basketball and lacrosse, as well as cello and drums in the school band. “Scouting gives enough flexibility that boys can do all kinds of activities — it’s not one or the other,” said Warren Corr. “If they’ve got other stuff to do, they take care of it. You don’t have to go to every meeting.” Many parents, as well
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as their sons, feel overstretched, he said, posing a challenge for Scout leaders in recruiting enough adult volunteers. “You always have some moms and dads willing to step up, and others who hang back,” Corr said. “But if you approach them and ask, 99 times out of 100 you’ll get a yes.” For the boys, said Corr, a big draw is “doing some cool stuff.” But as a former Scout turned adult leader, he sees a bigger picture. “It’s about leadership, the confidence that comes with accomplishing something, the service to your country and community,” he said.
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Sarah Palin talks with a supporter as she autographs copies of her book “Going Rogue” during a book signing at the Costco in Tempe, Ariz., Dec. 1. A reader-submitted question about the book “Going Rogue” is being answered as part of an Associated Press Q&A column called “Ask AP.”
Questions concern Palin’s best-seller, 3-D movies THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sarah Palin wrapped up her new memoir “Going Rogue” in just four months after the book deal was announced — you betcha she did! — but did she write it alone, or did she have help? Curiosity about the making of Palin’s bestseller inspired one of the questions in this edition of “Ask AP,” a weekly Q&A column where AP journalists respond to readers’ questions about the news. If you have your own news-related question that you’d like to see answered by an AP reporter or editor, send it to newsquestions@ ap.org, with “Ask AP” in the subject line. And please include your full name and hometown so they can be published with your question. You can also find Ask AP on AP Mobile, a multimedia news portal available on Internet-enabled mobile devices. Go to http://www.apnews. com/ to learn more. Q. In a recent AP story, Sony Chief Executive Howard Stringer said a 3-D version of “Men in Black” is being considered, and he said it isn’t clear what other Sony movies might be reissued in 3-D. It’s my understanding that a 3-D movie is photographed using two different images, one for each eye. So has Sony been shooting its films in 3-D for years but just releasing them in 2-D? Or is the company planning to reshoot those old 2-D titles from their film library in 3-D? Or is it planning to use some sort of fake 3D simulation process on the original films? Jon Larimore Arlington, Va. A. According to the people at Sony Corp., CEO Howard Stringer was referring to an up-
coming “Men in Black” movie, which would be the third in the series. It’s still in development, and the company’s movie studio is considering shooting and releasing it in 3-D, but it hasn’t made a decision yet. Indeed, 3-D movies require two images. For live-action sequences, that generally requires a special camera set-up that captures left-eye and right-eye images. For animated movies, that can be done on a computer. Sony has developed its own single-lens 3-D camera, which it showcased in Japan in October. But the studio says it hasn’t been shooting its 2-D films with 3-D cameras and squirreling away the footage. It has developed some 3-D titles, including the recent “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs,” “Open Season” (2006) and “Monster House” (2006). It’s possible those films may be rereleased in 3-D on home video as televisions catch up with the technology in theaters. There are also ways of converting old 2-D movies into 3-D artificially. Sony says it is monitoring such developments but has not yet announced any plans to remaster 2-D hits from its library into 3-D. Ryan Nakashima AP Business Writer Los Angeles Q. Who actually wrote Sarah Palin’s book? Phil Scott Vancouver, Wash. A. The former Republican vice presidential candidate is the credited author of her bestselling memoir, “Going
Rogue,” with assistance from Lynn Vincent, a writer and features editor for World magazine, a conservative Christian publication. Vincent is a San Diego resident who has written or co-written several books, including “Donkey Cons: Sex, Crime and Corruption in the Democratic Party.” Palin reportedly spent weeks in San Diego shortly after resigning as Alaska governor and worked on the manuscript with her collaborator. Rachel D’Oro Associated Press Writer, Anchorage, Alaska Q. We’ve all gotten emails asking that you forward them to all your friends to help cure a disease, be given the wish of your choice or become disgustingly wealthy. I’m sure someone is benefiting from jamming the Internet with all these emails, but I’m at a loss to figure out what that benefit might be. Can you explain? Bill Hart Canton, Ohio A. Even if a spam email isn’t trying to sell you something, the person who sent it is probably trying to defraud you in another way. One kind of spam tries to sell you things, like Viagra. Some senders of these messages will actually deliver products to their buyers. But such messages often link to sites that try to steal your credit card number or give you a computer virus that can be used to control your computer and carry out online crimes. Another variety promises some freebie, like pornographic pictures or a fun video or timely news story. This kind of spam rarely delivers anything but headaches. Jordan Robertson AP Technology Writer San Francisco
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Restaurants preparing to go smoke-free BY JULIE N. CHANG MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE REGIONAL NEWS SERVICE
MORGANTON – Although the North Carolina smoke-free law doesn’t go into effect until Jan. 2, some Foothills restaurants are already starting to implement smoking bans. Fatz Cafe was ahead of the game when it went smoke-free almost a year ago. And Abele’s Family Restaurant went smoke-
free in July. The N.C. General Assembly passed, and Gov. Bev Purdue signed, the Smoke-Free Restaurants and Bars Law in May. The law bans smoking in enclosed areas of almost all restaurants and bars; hotels, motels and inns that serve food and drink and state government buildings and vehicles. Phil Scarboro, owner of Friday Friends, and Timberwood Family Restaurant said the restau-
rants will maintain their smoking sections until the law goes into effect in January. “I feel strongly about the rights of smokers and non-smokers,” Scarboro said, “but we will comply with the law as effectively as we can.” Scarboro said the al fresco dining at Friday Friends would probably remain smoking. The outside dining area does not fall under the law because it is not enclosed.
County will offer same-sex benefits BY APRIL BETHEA MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE REGIONAL NEWS
CHARLOTTE – Mecklenburg County will offer domestic partner benefits in 2011 to employees in same-sex relationships, under a plan approved Tuesday night by county commissioners. The board vote split 6-3 along party lines to begin offering the benefits dur-
ing its next open enrollment period, which would start next fall. Democratic commissioners said the change could help the county recruit and retain workers who are in same-sex relationships by offering them the same benefits given to married, heterosexual workers. The board’s three Republicans opposed the policy, saying there ap-
peared to be no demonstrated demand among county workers for the benefits. Also, the Republicans argue that offering benefits could violate state laws against cohabitation. The commissioners’ vote came after nearly two hours of discussion, including comments from about a dozen residents. The debate was broken
up occasionally by cheers from audience members. In approving the policy, Mecklenburg joins six other jurisdictions in the state that currently offer the benefits. The others are Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Durham, Greensboro and Durham and Orange counties. Charlotte officials debated offering domestic partner benefits several years ago, but dropped the idea.
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‘Avatar’ joins tradition of the Hollywood colossus and early reviews have also been positive. But however many millions “Avatar” earns, it clearly EW YORK – It’s sits firmly in the grand fair to say that it’s tradition of audacious a risky venture to Hollywood spectacles create a movie about an exotically colored, 10-foot- – the kind of over-the-top, go-for-broke grabs for tall tribe called the Na’vi silver screen glory. and spend more money There have been movmaking it than any other film in the history of Hol- ies that took risks with social progressiveness lywood. Yet investing hundreds (“The Defiant Ones,” “Brokeback Mountain”), of millions of dollars in that gambled with casting James Cameron’s “Ava(“Valkyrie,” “Precious”) tar” (exact figures aren’t and that upended conavailable but the total vention (“Taxi Driver,” cost is expected to run close to half a billion dol- “Pulp Fiction”). But no roll of the cinlars) is a bet likely to pay ematic dice captivates off for 20th Century Fox. quite like the true HolCameron has a box-office track record matched lywood colossus – those by few. And, in case there behemoths where ego and budget swell in tandem. was any worry, Fox is They have a way of either running an enormous reaching stratospheric advertising campaign BY JAKE COYLE AP ENTERTAINMENT WRITER
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epic. Costner, not long off “Dances With Wolves,” “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves” and “JFK,” was then a big star. Budget costs ballooned, the central set sank and Costner clashed with director Kevin Reynolds, eventually replacing him during editing. With a budget of $175 million, it grossed $88 million at the box office for Universal Pictures. Costner’s followup, 1997’s “The Postman,” didn’t improve on things. • “The Lord of the Ring” trilogy: Eight years and $285 million is a lot to sink into a director unproven in large-scale films. But New Line’s gamble that Peter Jack-
son could bring home J.R.R. Tolkien’s story – and that the audience would be there for the second and third films – paid off in spades. Shooting all three of the films together was a classic boom-or-bust tactic. The trilogy made $2.9 billion worldwide, better even than the original “Star Wars” trilogy. • “Heaven’s Gate”: As much as “Rings” filled the coffers at New Line, Michael Cimino’s 1980 Western emptied them at United Artists. It’s generally viewed as the film that prompted studios to reel in their talented directors, who had found freedom in the 1960s.
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NONFICTION 1. “Going Rogue: An American Life” by Sarah Palin (HarperCollins) 2. “Have a Little Faith: A True Story” by Mitch Albom (Hyperion) 3. “Stones Into Schools” by Greg Mortenson (Viking) 4. “Guinness World Records 2010” by Guinness World Records (Guinness) 5. “Arguing with Idiots: How to Stop Small Minds and Big Government” by Glenn Beck and Kevin Balfe (Threshold Editions)
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ONDON – Robert Downey Jr. is an actor at the top of his game – already a bigscreen superhero, now an iconic super-sleuth. He’s also surprisingly open about his self-doubt. A charismatic performer with a sometimes troubled past, Downey struck box-office gold with 2008 hit, “Iron Man,” and now plays the great Victorian detective in Guy Ritchie’s action-filled “Sherlock Holmes.” He knows he’s not many people’s mental image of the angular, cerebral and very British Holmes. He hasn’t let it stop him. “You kind of act as if you’re up to the task until you find
out whether you truly are or not,” said Downey, in reflective mood during an interview in London. “I was fortunate that right about this time last year I was really peaking in my own confidence and faith in my abilities. And seeing as I’d been cast and contracted and it was moving forward, it wasn’t like there was any benefit to me not thinking I was the perfect guy for it.” Audiences will soon give their verdict on Downey’s muscular, street-wise take on the sleuth of Baker Street. The film has its world premiere in London on Monday and opens in the United States on Dec. 25. Ritchie said Downey was “one of the few American actors” he could imagine as Holmes.
“His English accent is almost flawless. He just seems like the perfect guy.” And like Holmes, “his mind works at a speed I can’t keep up with.” Downey’s detective is not the lanky, languid, deerstalker hat-sporting Holmes of previous screen interpretations. This, after all, is a movie by the director of Cockney gangster-geezer romps “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels,” “Snatch” and “RocknRolla.” When not battling baddies with stick fighting and martial arts, Holmes relaxes with a bit of bare-knuckle boxing. Trusty sidekick Dr. Watson, played by Jude Law, is a wounded Afghan war veteran with a gambling habit and an eye for the ladies. Travesty? Actually, it’s sur-
prisingly faithful to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s original descriptions of Holmes in stories that began appearing in 1887. “Oftentimes the innovative thing to do is to be truer to the source material,” said Downey during an interview in the slightly spooky setting of London’s Freemasons’ Hall – a nod to the powerful secret society at the heart of the film’s criminal conspiracy. Room after room in the cavernous building holds heavy wooden chairs and mysterious objects, all watched over by oil paintings of past Masonic luminaries. Downey said he was drawn to Ritchie’s take on Holmes as “the first modern martial artist.” “I thought, that’s just a fresh way to go.”
With 10 nominees, Oscar outlook up in the air fans no new incentive to tune in to a show where rich and famous people spend a long evening OS ANGELES patting the backs of – Academy Awards other rich and famous organizers have people. shaken up their show by “The Academy Awards doubling the best-picture are very important to category to 10 nominees the industry because in hopes of a broader they’re a commercial range of films, mainfor the business. Every stream movies mixing year, they’re watched with the sober dramas worldwide,” said Andrew that Oscar voters often Kosove, a new academy favor. member and a producer The upside: If crowdpleasers such as “Up” and on “The Blind Side,” the “Star Trek” make the cut, sports-themed drama that’s become a surprise it could give audiences more reason to watch the box-office smash and has caught some best-picture Oscars, whose ho-hum TV ratings often climb in buzz. “If all the nominees years when blockbusters are films that are artistically wonderful but comare in the running. mercially obscure, what The downside: The happens is the interest in Academy of Motion Picthe show has dissipated, ture Arts and Sciences could end up nominating and that’s bad for the 10 boring movies instead business.” The show drew its of the usual five, giving BY DAVID GERMAIN AP MOVIE WRITER
l Roker sticks to what he knows – morning TV – in his first murder mystery, “The Morning Show Murders (Delacorte Press, 312 pages, $26).” He begins by introducing a protagonist named Billy Blessing, a cooler version of Roker himself. Roker has become a household name thanks to his weather reports, which he often mixes with corny, sometimes cringe-worthy jokes, on NBC’s “Today” show. He has also hosted shows on the Food Network. In “The Morning Show Murders,” Blessing is a celebrity chef, restaurant owner and popular co-host on the successful TV show “Wake Up America!” He is described as “the guy with the food features, interviews and joke of the day.” The plot picks up when Blessing’s executive producer is found murdered. The cause of death? Poisoned food made at Blessing’s bistro! Could America’s favorite TV personality be a killer? That’s what the police want to know. The rest of the story has Blessing working to prove his innocence. This isn’t a gripping novel that keeps readers turning the pages, but trying to connect the dots between the “Today” show and the novel is entertaining. Readers who enjoy the book can look forward to more helpings from Roker. “The Morning Show Murders” is the first in a series about Blessing. And just as Roker has developed his on-air skills over the years, his books about Blessing could get better over time.
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MIDDLE SCHOOLS: Monday – Breakfast: Sausage biscuit or yogurt with Grahams or cereal and toast, juice or milk. Lunch: Chicken fillet sandwich or cheese or pepperoni pizza or turkey, ham and cheese
deli sub; choice of two: baked potato wedges, tomato soup, chilled peaches, milk. Tuesday – Breakfast: Egg and cheese biscuit or poptarts or cereal and toast, juice or milk. Lunch: Taco or turkey, dressing and gravy; choice of two: green beans, mashed potatoes, french fries, applesauce, cranberry sauce, roll, milk.
Globes, whose nominations came out last week, have 10 or more best-picture nominees each year, divided into two categories: best drama and best musical or comedy.
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Popularity of texting edging out cell phone calls WASHINGTON (AP) – R u kidding me? Americans punched out more than 110 billion text messages in December 2008, double the number in the last month of 2007, as the shorthand communication becomes a popular alternative to cell phone calls.
The nation’s 270 million cell phone subscribers each sent out an average of 407 text messages in December 2008, according to government statistics released last week by the Census Bureau. That’s more than double the 188 messages sent by the average cell subscriber during the
same period in 2007. The figures did not break down the texting by age, but the overall numbers understate the thousands of texts sent each month by many teens – balanced out by older folks who don’t text as much. “We are seeing a clear trend of huge increases in text mes-
saging,” said Amanda Lenhart, senior research specialist at the Pew Internet and American Life Project. “If teens are a leader for America, then we are moving to a text-based communication system. For them, there is less interest in talking.”
Her research found the average teen currently sends more than 2,000 text messages per month. About two-thirds of all teens use text messaging, mostly due to its simplicity as well as the privacy of being able to communicate without being overheard.
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HICAGO – The gold coins have arrived in much the same manner every year for the past four years: An anonymous donor dropped each one into a Salvation Army kettle somewhere in Fort Myers, Fla. Each coin was tucked inside a small plastic case with a neatly handwritten note that said simply, “In memory of Mimi.” Every holiday season, such acts of generosity raise intriguing questions
about the mysterious unknown donors. These “secret Santas” provide gifts ranging from plates of cookies to substantial piles of cash, and they are not in it for the glory or even the tax write-off. Many go to great lengths to keep their identities cloaked. “It’s a little magical, isn’t it?” says Mary Davidson, who oversees a group of anonymous donors known publicly only as the “Dream Team” at the Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. The group grants wishes
to adults who are seriously ill, much like the Make-A-Wish Foundation does for children. Last year, a convenience store manager outside Little Rock, Ark., bought Christmas gifts for a struggling family. The mother of the family, whose husband had lost his job, could not believe the unsolicited generosity. “I’d felt a little pessimistic. I’m down on a lot of people when I know I shouldn’t be,” she says. “But then she did that, and I could see goodness again.”
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TRIAD – Kay Hatcher, GRI, CNS, has recently joined Yost & Little Realty, Inc. as a Realtor/ Broker in the Winston-Salem office. Hatcher has extensive experience in new construction and has a proven sales record in resales of existing property. Yost & Little Realty, Inc., is an independent, family-owned real estate company headquartered in Greensboro with offices in
both Guilford and Forsyth counties. Before joining Yost & Little Realty Inc., Hatcher was broker-incharge of her Hatcher own firm, having been a licensed real estate agent since 1994. In addition, she has served on the Winston-Salem Homebuilder’s Council and brings a wealth of experience with the
international Home Furnishings Market (now High point Market), both entities which lend themselves handily to Hatcher’s expertise in the local new construction market. Hatcher has lived in the Winston-Salem area since 1973. In addition, she holds a B.A. in education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and is a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem. Further, Hatcher was the
recipient of the Blanton Little Scholastic Achievement Award in 1995 for having received the highest grades in North Carolina on the Graduate Realtors Institute (GRI) exam. For more information on any real estate matter in WinstonSalem or the Forsyth County area, contact Kay Hatcher or another qualified Yost & Little Realty Inc. agent in the company’s Winston-Salem office by calling (336) 768.1928.
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This is the best time to buy real estate H
ave you heard? There couldn’t be a better time to buy real estate. That being said, some may claim, “I wish I could take advantage of the market now, but with unemployment in double digits, I am not comfortable making such a financial commitment.” That is completely understandable; however, there are many of us that do have jobs and there are real estate companies that are offering a Job Loss Protection plan if you feel uncertain about employment. If you have a job, good credit, perhaps you even have a house to sell, this is your opportunity…. a once-in-
a-lifetime opportunity. Why now? Historically low interest rates, (the lowest in 40 years), 5 percent or lower for a 30-year, fixed REAL ESTATE rate loan. Jeannene The first time Poarch homebuyers Tax ■■■ Credit of up to $8,000 was not only extended but the credit was opened to all buyers up to $6,500 until April 30, 2010, to be under contract and until June 30, 2010, to close. To help make affordable homeownership more prevalent
in the area, the city of High Point has a NSP program plus a down payment assistant program for those who qualify. House values have stabilized. Foreclosures are down. Sales in the Triad are up for the second consecutive month and have increased more than 50 percent over the same period last year. If you dream of being a homeowner now or in the foreseeable future, or if you are looking to move your family into a bigger home, if you have a steady job, good credit, and the down payment or can qualify for one of the city’s programs, then you
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Tips on deciding whether to downsize from a big house I
t’s been two years since Mark Nash sold his 3,200-square-foot house in favor of a condo-apartment less than a third the size. Though not secondguessing his decision to downsize, he admits it’s been an enormous adjustment. “This wasn’t just a housing move. It’s really been a dramatic lifestyle transition,” says Nash, a real estate broker and author of “1001 Tips for Buying and Selling a Home.” Nash was 51 when he decided to leave his longtime residence for the threeroom condo he calls his “file cabinet.” Like others in his age range, he found it unexpectedly challenging to pare down his belongings and detach emotionally from his spacious property. “That’s why people over 65 rarely move unless they absolutely have to,” he says. While Nash once loved the large house that ultimately became what he calls “a big headache,” at this stage in his life, he relishes the simplicity and convenience of life in a 1,000-squarefoot condo. Still, he allows that there are definite downsides to giving up the autonomy and prestige of owning a standalone home. “You have more of a sense of ownership when you and your friends drive up to your house and you can say ’that’s all mine.’ You can’t say that about a condo building where you own just one unit,” Nash says. After pondering the pluses and minuses of scaling back their housing, an increasing number of people, particularly those over age 40, are now interested in smaller living, says Lauri Ward, author of “Downsizing Your Home With Style.” Although many people have been forced to sell their homes and scale back for economic reasons, the trend toward voluntary downsizing began even before the recession hit, according to Ward, who provides tips for downsizers on her blog (www.redecorate.com/blog). Here are several pointers for people who may wish to downsize to a condo: • Go from visualizing to visiting your property alternatives. A major factor in your decision on whether to sell your big house and buy a condo could come down to your comfort level with the smaller property. As Nash says, you can ruminate endlessly about your options, but “there’s no better way to visualize what downsizing would actually mean for you than to walk through the alternatives and see how they feel.” • Take into account the relationship dynamic. Nash’s decision to sell his house was
his alone to make, as was his selection of his condo. But making such a major decision could be much harder if you’re part of a couple. When couples plan to move, Nash says both SMART MOVES partners must be aligned Ellen in their goals or the relaMartin tionship could suffer. ■■■ “You never want to pressure the other person into selling if they’re not really on board with the plan. That could backfire when resentment builds later,” he says. When working with couples who are contemplating a major housing move, Nash asks them to go into separate rooms and compose a list of the five top attributes they want in a home. “If at least three of the top priorities don’t overlap between your two lists, you’ve got a problem,” he says. • Consider asking for help from a life coach. Obviously, there are many financial implications to a major real estate move. And that’s all the more so now, given that property values are changing quickly in many neighborhoods. “These days it could take quite a while to reverse a real estate mistake. So you don’t want to make a mistake in the first place,” Nash says. Some people consult a financial planner or accountant before deciding on the wisdom of selling a long-held home. That’s fine, says Nash, but to avoid a misstep, he suggests you may also wish to speak with a life coach who can help you put your plans in perspective. “A good life coach will help you think through the meaning of your real estate decisions for your life as a whole, not just your financial life,” he says. In choosing a life coach, he recommends that you pick someone who is in your age range or older. “If you’re 60, someone who’s 40 isn’t going to grasp your situation,” he says. • Allow ample time for presale preparations to your property. Whatever your timeline is to sell your home, Ward urges you to begin making key improvements now so you’ll be ready to act swiftly when you make the firm decision to call a real estate agent and put your home on the market. “By clearing your house out now, you’ll remove a big barrier between you and your move. Also, your house will show a lot better if it’s clutter-free and redecorated,” she says.
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2 BR/1BA, 1326 Oak St, David. Co. Ledford Area. $550 mo. 2BR/1BA, 202 W Bellevue Dr, N High Point, $550/mo. 869-2781 2br, Apt. (nice) $395. 1420 E. Commerce 1/2 off dep. Sect. 8 ok No Credit ck. 988-9589 2BR Central Air, carpet, blinds, appls., No pets. 883-4611 LM Ads that work!!
1006 W Green ........10,100sf 2507 Surrett .......... 10,080sf 921 Inlet ............... 33,046sf
308 Burton ...........5750sf 222 New ..................4800sf 1116 W.Ward .............8706sf 2415 English Rd..........21485sf 1200 Corporation .......... 3-6000sf
1938-40 WGreen......... 4000sf
521 S Hamilton .........4875sf 920 W Fairfield .......... 28000sf
503 Old Tville......... 30493sf 3204E Kivett............ 2750-5000sf
2112 S. Elm ............... 30,000sf 105 Lane...............9800sf 2505 Surrett ................ 8000sf 1125 Bedford ............ 30,000sf
310 Phillips 2br immaculate, gas heat, $500. mo + Sec. dep. 906-1954 316 Charles-2br 210 Edgeworth-1br 883-9602
2334 English ..........13407sf
1200 Dorris ...........8232sf 721 Old Tville.......... 39050sf 519 S Hamilton ......... 4144sf 3214 E Kivett ........... 2250sf 238 Woodline .......... 8000sf 608 Old T-ville ........ 12-2400sf 1914 Allegany.............. 6000 sf 1945 W Green ......... 10,080+sf
2BR/2BA CONDO Fully furnished, washer/dryer, convenient to High Point & Greensboro. 3624-1C Morris Farm Dr. $780/mo. Henry Shavitz Realty 882-8111
1207 Textile ............. 3500-7000sf
1323 Dorris ...........8880sf 1937 W Green ........... 26447sf
2815 Earlham ......... 15650sf 232 Swathmore ........ 47225sf
SHOWROOM 207 W. High .........2500sf 422 N Hamilton ........ 7237sf
3BR/1.5BA, carport. $675/mo. 211 Spencer St. Central H/A. Call 847-8421 3BR/1BA, Johnsontown Rd, T-ville. $550 mo, $550 dep. Refs & 1 yr lease. Call 336625-0101
116 E. Kivett .......... 1550sf 404 N Wrenn........6000sf 307 Steele St............. 11,050sf 135 S. Hamilton ......... 30000sf
Craven-Johnson-Pollock 615 N. Hamilton St. 884-4555 www.cjprealtors.com
600 N. Main 882-8165
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3BR/2BA Goldfish Pond in Garden, Cent H/A. $895 472-0224 4 BEDROOMS 103 Roelee ....................$1000 3 BEDROOMS 700 Playground .............. $775 4380 Eugene ................. $750 603 Denny...................... $750 1105 E. Fairfield............... $650 401 Liberty......................$625 216 Kersey .....................$600 1015 Montlieu ................. $575 1414 Madison .................$525 205 Guilford ...................$495 1439 Madison.................$495 1100 Salem .....................$495 205 Kendall ....................$495 843 Willow......................$495 5693 Muddy Ck #2 ........ $475 920 Forest .....................$450 707 Marlboro..................$400 1005 Park .......................$395 1215 & 19 Furlough ......... $375 1020A Asheboro............. $275
Condos/ Townhouses
1BR condo, $495 2BR condo, $565 NW HP sect 8 887-2033 2 B R / 2 1⁄ 2 B A , C o n d o , Section 8 Ok. Community Pool. $675. 336-688-6695 2BR townhouse in rough cond. $250/mo No dep. Call day or night 625-0052 Condo for Rent Westbrook Ct. $600. mo. + dep. 689-6772 NICE 1 BR Condo. 1st floor, water & heat furnished. Convenient location, Emerywood Ct., 1213-A N. Main. $425/Mo. Henry Shavitz Realty 882-8111
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2 BEDROOMS 1100 Westbrook.............. $750 902-1A Belmont .............$600 228 Hedgecock .............$600 3911B Archdale............... $600 613 E Springfield.............$525 500 Forrest ....................$525 8798 US 311 #2...............$495 906 Beaumont ............... $475 314 Terrace Trace ..........$450 3613 Eastward #6 ..........$425 320 Player......................$425 2715-B Central ...............$425 215-B W. Colonial...........$400 600 WIllowbar ................ $400 283 Dorthy .....................$400 304-B Kersey.................$395 913 Howard.................... $375 502 Lake........................ $375 608 Wesley .................... $375 1418 Johnson ................. $375 1429 E Commerce ......... $375 415 A Whiteoak..............$350 802 Hines ......................$350 802 Barbee ....................$350 503 Hill St.......................$350 3602-A Luck ..................$350 286 Dorthoy...................$300 1311 Bradshaw ...............$300 1607A Lincoln................. $275 1223 A Franklin............... $270
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1 Bedroom 1126-B Campbell S .........$250 500 Henley St.................$300 313Allred Place...............$325 227 Grand St.................. $375 118 Lynn Dr..................... $375 2Bedrooms 316 Friendly Ave .............$400 709-B Chestnut St..........$400 711-B Chestnut St ...........$400 318 Monroe Place ..........$400 321 Player Dr..................$425 713-D Scientific St........... $425 1140 Montlieu Ave ..........$450 920 E. Daton St .......... $450 682 Dogwood Cr............$450 2635 Ingram .................. $475 1706 Valley Ridge ........... $475 519 Liberty Dr ............ $625
205 Nighthawk Pl ........... $895 3 Bedrooms 805 Nance Ave ..............$450 704 E. Kearns St ............$500 1033 Foust St. ................ $575 4914 Elmwood Cir .......... $700
1 BEDROOMS 3306A Archdale .............$350 205 A&B Taylor ..............$285 911-A Park ......................$250 115 N Hoskins.................$200 Storage Bldgs. Avail.
2141 Rivermeade Dr...... $800
3798 Vanhoe Ln.............$900 3208 Woodview Dr ........$900 1312 Bayswater Dr..........$925 1200 Wynnewood .........$1400 4 Bedrooms 305 Fourth St .................$600 Call About Rent Specials Fowler & Fowler
COMMERCIAL SPACE 11246NMain 1200s..........$850 227 Trindale 1000s ......... $700
KINLEY REALTY 336-434-4146
883-1333 www.fowler-fowler.com
TO CONTACT Ellen James Martin, e-mail her at ellenjamesmartin gmail.com.
Jan Secor School of Real Estate expands TRIAD – Jan Secor School of Real Estate will celebrate its new move with a ribbon cutting ceremony presented by the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce at 10 a.m. on Jan. 7. The event will be held at the Jan Secor School of Real Estate office at 4-D Oak Branch Drive, Greensboro. Owner Jan Secor has been a licensed broker in North Carolina since 1974. She began listing and selling real estate in 1977. After a successful
real estate career, Secor decided to try her hand at teaching. Secor has been an instructor for 10 years. She initially taught at the Dan Mohr School of Real Estate before opening her own school in 2006. Secor recently has expanded her school by opening a satellite location at 1520 Martin St., Suite 205, in Winston Salem. Jan Secor School of Real Estate is licensed by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission and is owned and operated by Jan Secor Inc. The Jan Secor School of Real Estate prepares
students for an exciting future in the real estate industry. The school is equipped to help students with all aspects of the Real Estate Business including Brokerage Law, Contracts, Finance, Agency, Valuation, Closing Preparation, and License Law. With pre-licensing and post-licensing classes available, the Jan Secor School of Real Estate can help you have a successful career in the real estate market and help those selling real estate to transition from a newly licensed broker to successful entrepreneur.
GRRA hosts annual awards luncheon ceremony SPECIAL TO THE ENTERPRISE
GREENSBORO – The Greensboro Regional Realtors Association hosted itsannual Awards Luncheon ceremony Dec. 1. As it does every year, the luncheon recognized the dedication, community involvement, and leadership of GRRA members through its annual GRRA Awards. The recipients of the awards are as follows: Realtor of the Year: Bruce Williams, Re/Max 1st Choice; Committee Member of the Year: Christopher ‘Drew’ Showfety, Emerson Commercial Properties; Jack H. Brown Memorial Award: Carolyn N. Banks, Yost
& Little;Ronald J. Smith President’s Award: Sharon Lankford Dameron, Keller Williams; GRRA Fellows Award: Lolita Malave, Yost & Little; GRRA Fellows Award: Barbara Mann, Re/Max Realty Consultants; GRRA Fellows Award: Gina Hensley, Presidia Real Estate Group; William D. Seawell Sr. and Jr. Award: John E. Newman, Re/Max of Greensboro; GRRA Hall of Fame: Lynn Black, Yost & Little; GRRA Hall of Fame: Samuel H. Zealy Jr. (Posthumous), WrennZealy Properties; Elaine H. Ernest Visionary Leadership Award: Sandra O’Connor, Allen Tate Realtors; GRRA Public Service Award: Robbie Perkins, NAI Peidmont Triad.
Outstanding Performance Awards for November 2009 Linda Faircloth High Point 847-4970 OPEN HOUSES Walk to New Elementary School Paved walking trails, sidewalks, pool, tennis, clubhouse
OPEN 1-5 REEDY FORK RANCH-OAKGATE GREENSBORO 4BR 2.5BA (522518 ) Aneka Bartley 362-5771 From $170’s Call for monthly incentives Windsor Homes Open Mon-Sat 11-6/ Sun 1-5 Directions: 29N, R @ Reedy Fork/Summit exit. Continue on Reedy Fork Pkwy, R Turner Smith Rd & L Oakgate Dr
OPEN HOUSES
OPEN 1-5 ANGUS RIDGE KERNERSVILLE 3BR 3.5BA (525426) Michele Johnston 9968512 From $300’s Open Fri-Sun 1-5. cbtr. com/angusridge Directions: I-40W, exit 203 Hwy 66, South on Hwy 66, R Old Salem, L Angus Ridge.
OPEN 2-5 WEATHERSTONE TOWNHOMES 2BA . Mon Sat 1-5 PM, Sun 2-5PM CC paid w/ preferred lender. (550293) Lisa Pfefferkorn 9968538 From $120’s Directions: 311 toward Winston-Salem, R @ High Point Rd exit, R Union Cross Rd.
OPEN 1-5 THE RESERVE AT ROCK CREEK SINGLE FAMILY $170’s 3BR 2.5BA (531805) Tina Ring 392-1750 Directions: I-85/I-40 East to Rock Creek Dairy Rd., L Rock Creek Dairy, R Reserve Pkwy. Model in clubhouse - open W-Sat 1-6PM, Sun 1-5PM.
OPEN 1-5 THE RESERVE AT ROCK CREEK SINGLE FAMILY & VILLAS (531709) Starting at $150’s Open Wed-Sat 1-6 PM Sun 1-5 Talisa Jones 545-4624 Directions: I-85/I-40 E to L @ Rock Creek Dairy (Exit 135), R Reserve Pkwy. Office in Clubhouse.
High Point open until 5:00pm Mon.- Sun. Greensboro open until 5:00pm Mon.-Sun.
OPEN 1-5 REEDY FORK RANCH-NORTHWOOD GREENSBORO 3BR 2.5BA (G474123) Dawn Allred 954-5442 5 PLANS STARTING AT $125,000 Directions: Hwy 29 N to R @ Reedy Fork Pkwy exit.Pass the pool on R, R Sycamore Glen Rd. Model 5838 Sycamore Glen Rd.
889-5300 Commercial Real Estate 410-6858 282-4414 Relocation 1-800-327-4398
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Showcase of Real Estate Fairgrove/East Davidson Schools. Approximately 4 acres $45,000. More wooded lots available.
NEW HOMES DAVIDSON COUNTY Lots starting at $34,900 Homes starting at $225,000 Special Financing at 4.75% (Certain Restrictions Apply)
Call Frank Anderson Owner/Broker
475-2446
WENDY HILL REALTY CALL 475-6800
PRICE REDUCED ATED MOTIV ER SELL
711 Field St., Thomasville Brand new 3 bedroom, 2 bath 1160 sq. ft. Popular floor plan with breakfast nook, eat-in bar area that overlooks an open dining and family room with vaulted ceiling. Includes stove, microwave oven, dishwater, and washer/dryer combo, laminate floors. “Special” interest rate offered by Bank of North Carolina 4.75%. Priced to move at $98, 000.00 Byrd Construction 336-689-9925 Brian Byrd
DAVIDSON COUNTY HOME 1.329 acres, 3 BR, 2 BA. Complete interior renovations. GREAT RATES! Qualified Financing Available Ledford Middle & HS/Friendship Elementary Tri County Real Estate 336-769-4663
Limited Time
ACREAGE
2.99%
Financing
7741 Turnpike Road, Trinity, NC 1844/1846 Cedrow Dr. H.P. New construction, 3BR, 2Bath, city utility, heat pump, Appliances included $99,900.00
CALL CALL CALL 336-362-4313 or 336-685-4940
*PRICE REDUCTION-POSSIBLE SELLER FINANCING! Quality built custom home on 40+ acres of beautiful woodlands & pastures. Many out buildings including a double hangar & official/recorded landing strip for your private airplane. Home features 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, sunroom, brick landscaped patio, hardwired sound system, 4 car carport, covered breezeway. You must see to fully appreciate this peaceful, private country estate -- Priced to sell at $579,000
PATTERSON DANIEL REAL ESTATE 472-2700 MORE INFO @ PattersonDaniel.com
3BR, 11⁄2 Bath, gas heat, central air. Utility building, French doors to cement patio. $85,900. Will pay $500 closing cost.
703 Belmont Dr., High Point
431-6331
Better than new! Low Davidson County taxes. 1 + acre lot, over 3,000 finished heated sq. ft., plus full unfinished basement, all the extras.
Wendy Hill Realty Call 475-6800
6 Bedrooms, Plus 3 Home Offices Or 8 Bedrooms 19 Forest Dr Fairgrove Forest, Thomasville $1000. Cash to buyer at closing. 1.5 ac Landscaped, 3BR, 2Baths, Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room with Fireplace, Den with Fireplace, Office. Carpet over Hardwood. Crown Molding thru out. Attached over sized double garage. Unattached 3 bay garage with storage attic. 2400sqft. $260,000.
HOME FOR SALE 1014 Hickory Chapel Road, 2br, Florida room, dining room, fireplace, garage, new heatpump, completely remodeled. Great for starter home or rental investment. $64,900
CALL
336-475-6839
336-870-5260
Showroom/Office/Residential Space/For Sale or Lease
Owner Financing or Rent to Own. Your Credit is Approved!
- 1.1 Acre – Near Wesley Memorial Methodist – - Emerywood area “Tell your friends” -
$259,500. Owner Financing
1367 Blair Street, Thomasville Large 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, Fairgrove Schools, gas logs, large living room, large kitchen, large 2-car garage, large deck in back, and etc. Why rent when you can own this home for payments as low as $799 a mo. or $143K, just call today 336-442-8407.
Rick Robertson 336-905-9150
Call 336-886-4602 OPEN HOUSE LEDFORD SOUTH
Owner Financing or Rent to Own. Your Credit is Approved!
OPEN TUES-SAT 11AM-5PM OPEN SUNDAY 1PM-5PM Directions: Eastchester to West Lexington, south on Hwy. 109, Community is on the left just past Ledford Middle School.
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DOWNTOWN HIGH POINT In UNIQUE MARKET SQUARE building. * Penthouse* 4 BR, 51⁄2 BA, 3 balconies, 4,100 sq. ft. 2 BR, 2 BA furnished with washer & dryer. Onsite security 24/7, parking space, rec room w/lap pool, walk to restaurants. Incredible views. A beautiful and fun place to live or work. Will trade for other properties. Call Gina (336) 918-1482.
712 W. Parris Ave. High Point Avalon Subdivision This house shows like new! Built in 2005, 1660 sqft., 3bed 2.5 bath, like-new appliances,Living Room w/ Gas fireplace, 1 car garage spacious Loft area upstairs, Great Location. We’ll work with your situation! $165,000 Price Reduced! Will will match your down payment. Visit www.crs-sell.com or call 336-790-8764
TAX CREDIT AVAILABLE
821 Nance Avenue
3 bedroom, living room, kitchen, 2 full baths, central heating & air. Updated. BE ABLE TO MAKE THE PAYMENTS AS LOW AS $529.00 a month $95K. Call for details!
Wendy Hill Realty Call 475-6800
NEW PRICE
PRICED REDUCED
273 Sunset Lane, Thomasville
GET OUT OF TOWN! Immaculate brick home 3br/2ba/bsmt/carport tucked away on a deadend st. w/ room to roam on 11.56 acres. Spring-fed creek along back of property, fruit trees, grapevines, several garden spots, greenhouse, workshop, Updates include HW heater, windows, hi-eff heat pump, whole house generator, vinyl flooring & freshly painted rooms. Full bsmt w/workshop, fireplace, one bay garage. MH site on property may be leased for additional income. Horses welcome! Priced to sell @ $199,500-call today.
PATTERSON DANIEL REAL ESTATE - 472-2700 MORE INFO @ PattersonDaniel.com
Debra Murrow, Realtor New Home Consultant 336-499-0789
1210 N. Centennial
4 BR/3 BA 3 level Newly remodeled; walking distance to HPU, app 3100 sq ft; FP; New vinyl siding, new gas heat w/central air, roof, windows, kitchen cabinets, appliances, hardwood floors, carpet & plumbing Fenced in yard. No selller help with closing cost. Owner will pay closing cost.
MUST SEE! $104,900 Contact 336-802-0922
NOW LE LAB AVAI 678 Merry Hills Dr.-Davidson son County 3 Bed 2 Bath 2 Car Garage. This beautiful 1900 sqft. home is well lacated in a well established neighborhood. It has a finishedd basement, Large Kitchen outlooking beautiful wooded area. Large deck with Jacuzzi. Gas or woodburning fireplace in the basement. We’ll work with your situation!
$195,000 Visit www.crs-sell.com or call 336-790-8764
25% BELOW TAX VALUE
505 Willow Drive, Thomasville
Recently updated brick home is nothing short of magnificent. Gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Huge master suite with 2 walk-in closets & private deck. Elegant foyer & formal dining room. Marble, Tile and Hardwood floors. Crown moldings & two fireplaces. Spacious closets & lots of storage.
336-905-9150
Rick Robertson
Quality construction beginning at $169,900! Eight Flexible floorplans! - Three to seven bedrooms - 1939 square feet to 3571 square feet - Friendship/Ledford Schools - Low Davidson County Taxes - Basement lots Available MORE INFO @ PattersonDaniel.com Marketed Exclusively by Patterson Daniel Real Estate, Inc.
189 Game Trail, Thomasville
725-B West Main St., Jamestown Office Condo For Sale – Main St., Jamestown, 1400 Sq. Ft. 1st Floor, 3 Offices, Break Area, Storage, Plus 1/2 Bath, 2nd Floor 2 Offices, Another 1/2 Bath, Good Traffice Exposure, Divided so that you may rent Part of Offices.
Call: Donn Setliff (336) 669-0478 or Kim Setliff (336) 669-5108 (Owner is Realtor)
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Enjoy living in a quiet, distinctive neighborhood with no through traffic. 3 BR 2.5 BA, 2300 sq’, open floor plan, vaulted ceilings & lg. windows, Oak floors & carpeted BRs, marble tiled bathrooms, lg. large master bath with separate shower, double fire place in master BR & LR w. gas logs, kitchen w. granite counter tops, double oven, stereo system. 2 car garage, large patio overlooking a beautiful back yard. Low taxes. $329,000 $321,000 Visit www.forsalebyowner.com/22124271 or call 336.687.3959
LAND FOR SALE
3 bedroom/2 bath house for sale, Fairgrove Area, Thomasville. Half basement, 2 stall garage, also detached garage. Call 472-4611 for more information. $175,000.
5.9 Acres of privacy and seclusion with its own creek. Ready for your dream home, or you can renovate an existing home on the property. The property is located at 829 Hasty Hill Rd. between High Point and Thomasville. Davidson County Ledford Schools $59,000.
For Sale By Owner 515 Evergreen Trail Thomasville, NC 27360
336-869-0398 Call for appointment
H I G H
406 Sterling Ridge Dr
3930 Johnson St.
Beautiful home in the Trinity school district. 3br/2.5 bath, walk in closet, garden tub/w separate shower, hardwoods, gas logs and more. $177,500.
A Must See! Beautiful home set on 3 acres, New cabinets, corian countertops, hardwood, carpet, appliances, deck, roof. Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, formal living room, dining room, great room. $248,900.
Lamb’s Realty 442-5589
Contact us at Lamb’s Realty- 442-5589.
Greensboro.com 294-4949
398 NORTHBRIDGE DR. 3BR, 2BA, Home, 2 car garage, Nice Paved Patio Like new $169,900 OWNER 883-9031 OPEN HOUSE MOST SAT. & SUN. 2-4
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3152 WINDCHASE COURT 3 BR 2 BA 1164 SF, New carpet & paint, New HVAC, GE Appliances. End Unit $96,900
Call 888-3555
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4 BEDROOMS 203 Crestwood ..........$735
600 Mint................. $435
3 BEDROOMS 704 E Commerce ....... $375
212 Moffitt ....................$475 221-A Chestnut ...........$398 234 Willow Wood ....... $475
1108 Hickory Chapel Rd ...........................$375 1444 N Hamilton $385 313 Hobson.................$335 1506 Graves ................$398 1009 True Lane ...........$450 1015 True Lane............$450 100 Lawndale ..............$450 3228 Wellingford ....... $450
1609 Pershing..............$500
2 BEDROOMS 533 Flint .......................$375 1415 Johnson ......... $398 804 Winslow .......... $335 1712-I E Kivett......... $298 2600 Holleman.......... $498 702 E Commerce ....... $250
1316 B Vernon .............$250 1401 Madison ..............$350 905 Newell ..................$398 210 Willowood.............$380 1116B Richland........ $265 1430 Furlough ......... $215 106-D Thomas........ $395 2709 E. Kivett......... $398 224-C Stratford ...........$365 824-H Old Winston Rd ......................................$550 706-C Railroad ............$345 2618 Woodruff.............$460 231 Crestwood............$425 916 Westbrook............$590 1303 Vernon ................$275 1423 Cook ...................$420 1502 Larkin ..................$325 305-A Phillips...............$300 519-A Cross St ............ $215 706 E Commerce ....... $250
304-B Phillips...............$300 1407-A E. Commerce ......................................$325 1101 Carter St...............$350 1709-J E. Lexington ................................$375 705-B Chestnut...........$390 515-A E. Fairfield ......... $410 1110 Bridges.................$440 215-G Dorothy........ $360
1 BEDROOM 1513-B Sadler ......... $235 1600-A Long........... $325 620-17A N. Hamilton ................................ $310 1202 Cloverdale ..... $225 1602-C Long .......... $300 618-12A N. Hamilton ............................... $298 1003 #8 N. Main ..... $298 320G Richardson ....... $335
620-20B N. Hamilton ......................................$375
SECTION 8 2600 Holleman....... $498 1206 Vernon ........... $298 1423 Cook St.......... $420 900 Meredith ......... $298 614 Everette ........... $498 1500-B Hobart ....... $298 1761 Lamb .............. $498 1106 Grace ............. $425 406 Greer .............. $325
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4 BEDROOMS 3700 Innwood ........$1195 622 Dogwood ........ $895
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3 BEDROOMS 501 Mendenhall ......$1150 800 S. Centennial ... $800 953 St. Ann .............$795 1728-B N. Hamilton ..$750 2705 Ingleside Dr ....$725
1704 Long St .................. $450 1740G N Hamilton .......... $495
922 Forest ..............$675 217-B N. Rotary...... $650 1818 Albertson........ $650 813 Magnolia .......... $595 2415 Williams ......... $595 324 Louise ..............$575 726 Bridges.............$575 1135 Tabor...............$575 1604 W. Ward ........ $550 1020 South ............. $550 1010 Pegram .......... $550 2208-A Gable way .. $550
601 Willoubar.......... $550 1016 Grant .............. $525 919 Old Winston ..... $525 409 Centennial....... $500 2209-A Gable Way .. $500 2219 N. Centennial.. $495
912 Putnam .............$475 1606 Larkin............. $450 114 Greenview ........ $450 502 Everett ............ $450 1725 Lamb ............. $395 1305-A E. Green..... $395 2 BEDROOM 2640 2D Ingleside $780
811 Aberdeen ......... $695 406 Sunset............. $650 213 W. State........... $600 1540 Beaucrest ...... $525 204 Prospect ......... $500 1420 Madison......... $500 16 Leonard ............. $495 419 Peace ...............$475 1114 Mill .................. $450 1707 W. Rotary ....... $450 505 Scientific.......... $450 1100 Wayside ......... $450 111 Chestnut ........... $450 1101 Blain ................ $450 608 Woodrow Ave ...$425
205-A Tyson Ct...... $425 322 Walker............. $425 204 Hoskins ........... $425 1501-B Carolina ...... $425 321 Greer ............... $400 1206 Adams ........... $400 324 Walker............. $400 305 Allred............... $395 611-A Hendrix ......... $395 2905-B Esco .......... $395 1043-B Pegram ...... $395 908 E. Kearns ........ $395 1704 Whitehall ........ $385 601 Hickory Chapel..$375
620-A Scientific .......$375 601-B Everett ..........$375 2306-A Little ...........$375 501 Richardson .......$375 305 Barker ............. $350 1633-B Rotary ........ $350 406 Kennedy.......... $350 311-B Chestnut....... $350 3006 Oakcrest ....... $350 1705-A Rotary ........ $350 1711-A W. Rotary .... $350 511-B Everett.......... $350 1516-B Oneka......... $350 909-A Old Tville...... $325 4703 Alford ............ $325 308-A Allred ........... $325 1214-B Adams ........ $320 313-B Barker .......... $300 314-B W. Kearns .... $295 1116-B Grace .......... $295 1711-B Leonard ....... $285 1517 Olivia............... $280 1515 Olivia............... $280 402 Academy......... $300
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Wendover and NC 68 2376 Hickswood Rd. 800 sq. ft., Exc. Location w/parking. Call 336-454-4635. 10-6 Mon-Fri. 9-4 Sat.
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140 C Kenilworth ....... $385 1661W Lexington ........$675 318-A Coltrane .......... $425 1908 King St .............. $395 2404E Lexington ....... $550 117 Columbus ............ $495 3762 Pineview ........... $500 317-B Greenoak ........ $500 310 1-B Ardale ........... $545 3235 Wellingford ....... $525
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A Better Room 4U in town - HP within walking distance of stores, buses. 886-3210.
Private extra nice. Quiet. No alochol/drugs 108 Oakwood 887-2147
2620 1-B Ingleside ......... $685
Walking dist.HPU rooming hse. Util.,cent. H/A, priv. $90-up. 989-3025.
AFFORDABLE rooms for rent. Call 491-2997
525 Guilford ........... $400 2415A Francis......... $500 310-2-E Adale ........... $595
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5363 Darr................$275 1827-B Johnson ............. $650 3701 Morris Farm ........... $745 4971 Brookdale .........$1100
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2 Cemetery Plots Floral Garden, good section, $4000. Call 8693386 3 Plots in Sundial Sec of Holly Hill Memorial Park. All for $3900. 910-617-4143
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410-A Meredith ..........$250
Commercial Property
1800 Sq. Ft. Davidson County, Conrad Realtors 336-885-4111
706 Kennedy.......... $350 206-A Moon Pl .......... $295
2604 Triangle Lake ........ $350 Scientific................. $395 Woodside Apts.............. $450 1310 C Eaton Pl .............. $450 1011 Grant ...................... $400 1724C N Hamilton .......... $550 218 Avondale ................. $475 2206 E. Kivett ................ $375
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3 BEDROOMS 2505 Eight Oaks............. $750 1310 Forrest.................... $550 604 Parkwood................ $485 804 Brentwood .............. $400 808 Brentwood .............. $400 929 Marlboro ................. $400 1605 Pershing ................ $450 1805 Whitehall ................ $500 904 Gordon.................... $500 1013 Adams............. $415 2915 Central Av ......... $525 1706 Gavin St............. $400 650 Wesley ............... $450 2603 Ty Circle ........... $650
4 BEDROOMS 5505 Haworth Ct ......... $2000 309N Scientific............... $800 2208 E. Kivett ................ $500 Craven-Johnson Pollock 615 N. Hamilton St. 884-4555 Need space in your garage?
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New Listing at the Bluffs at Willow Creek! This elegant custom brick home offers 6 spacious bedrooms, 4 baths, desinger colors/touches throughout, 3 car garage and a full finished basement with large den & office. You will love the private master suite that offers a nice retreat sitting room with wet bar and elegant master bath. There is also a large screened in porch that overlooks the inground pool and entertaining area. Just minutes from the golf course. Priced $739,900
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Seller says sell!!! Reduced $6,000 in Thomasville’s Hasty/Ledford area. This home offers a quiet street, 1/2 acre lot, popular split bedroom plan, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, laminate hardwood flooring in the dining area. Convenient location and great price of $104,900.
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6409 Calvary Way Save Hundreds per month with the special bank financing rate of 3628 SOUTHPARK 3.89% w/no PMI is available on this new brick by Beautiful move in condition home in Fritz Constsruction. This home is only 3 minutes from the New Wheatmore High School and it offers South Park offers 3BR/2BA, covered 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, true hardwood floors, porch, corner lot w/great fenced tile shower, stunning rock FP, granite countertops & lots of cabinet space. Take a walk on the private in yard & awesome landscaping. walking trails every night. Just reduced $10K to Priced $117,900. $279,900.
Von Logan Drive Construction 2806 Grand Tri Court is now complete on this lovely home in Katelyn manor conveniently located in the Hasty/Ledford area. This home features spacious rooms 3bd/2bath, popular split bedroom plan, 2 car garage all on a nice level lot at a great price of $139,900. Builder says bring him an offer.
by Shance Builders offers brick construction, screened in porch, large eat-in kitchen with bar, pantry, split bedroom (3) plan, formal dining rm, large bonus room and the master suite has a large walk-in closet & a sitting room. Halk acre lot & level! Close to Schools & I-85. Reduced $12K ro $199,875. Builder may consider a trade!
that back up to the lake with incredible views just outside of Archdale. Buy one or buy all three. Priced $69,900 each or package price available. These lots won’t last as they are absolutely beautiful!!!
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Open House 2-4 6369 Sugar Cane Ln & 6409 Calvary Way Two New Homes just completed by Fritz Construction in Trinity’s Greenwood Plantation located just 3 minutes from the New Wheatmore High School. Both homes offer True Hardwood & Tile Floors, Tile Enclosed Showers, Tray Ceilings, Granite Countertops with Tile Backsplash, Bonus Rooms and 304 Bedrooms. Both are priced at $279,900. You must see these homes. Low Randolph County Taxes. Directions: I-85 to Finch Farm Rd., Rt Old Mountain Rd, Lt Fuller Mill Rd, Lt Planters Place (Greenwood Plantation), Lt Sugar Cane Ln, Hse on Rt
10468 Suite B N. Main St. Archdale, N.C. 27263
this lovely home located in the Hasty/Ledford area offers over 2000 sq. ft., loaded with lots of extras including crown molding, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, gas logs with granite surround. BUILDER MAY TRADE!! Need 4 Bedrooms?? This new construction is lovely and is located at end of cul de sac. $169,900 and seller pays bank fees when using preferred lender. ARE YOU LOOKING TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ON THE NEW RANDLEMAN LAKE? If so, we have 3 two acre tracts
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Tax credit first time homebuyers and current homeowners!!! Great Home for First Time Homebuyers or Investors with 3BR, 2 Full Baths, Soaking Tub in one of the baths, Fireplace in Living RM, Eat in Kitchen.Home also has an Attached One Car Garage. This home is a Must See!!! Take advantage of the Tax Credit up to $8,000.00 for first time home buyers and up to $6,500.00 Current Homeowners.
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Buy te right house! Perfect starter home 3BR, 2BA split plan. Fresh pain and new flooring! Owners say sell!! Don’t forget about the $8000 tax credit! Priced to sell $109,900.
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Reduced & motivated to sell! Clain your tax credit on this custom built brick home in Archdale’s Elkes Ridge Estates offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, playroom with custom toy box, two story open foyer & living room with rock fireplace. The elegant kitchen offers island bar & granite tops. The master suite offers a double tray ceiling, jetted tub, tile shower & access to the private den with fireplace. You will enjoy the large stamped patio & the alking trails to Creekside Park. New Price $307,500.
Open 2-4 202 Magnolia Lane Bradford Downs 3BDRMS/2.5BATHS. All brick, 3 car garage, 2800sqft., hardwoods, large bonus and more! Reduced $40K, Now $289,900. Directions: Hwy 311 south, L on Tarheel, R on Wood, L on Bradford Lane, R on Shady Oak Lane, R on Byron Lane, Left on Magnolia. Home on right. Michael Pugh 471-1129
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CREDIT FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS 337 Christine Lane Reduced and TAX and Current Homeowners! New Constrction Homes with split floor priced $19K below tax value. If privacy is plan, 3BR, 2 baths, kitchen w/breakfast area, granite countertops & stainless Living room with cathedral ceilings, built in something that you long for then look no fur- shelves andappliances. ventless stone fireplace. Hardwood floors throughther. Sellers says bring offer!!! Looking for a out, large master suite with walk in closets, master bath with dual full unfinished basement? This Kennefy Farm vanity and sep. shower, soaking tub and tile floors. Unfinished room for more added space. This home offers storage home offers private 1 acre lot, 3BR, 2 bath, bonus that you don’t usually see!! Take advantage of the tax credit up wrap around porch, formal dining & more. to $8,000 for first time homebuyers and up to $6,500 to current homeowners. $175,000.
Open House 10-4 Kingsfield Townhomes New single story all brick townhomes offer 3bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garages with attic storage, 9’ ceilings and tray ceilings in the master bedroom, corner fireplaces, solid surface countertops, hardwood & Tile floors. One unit has a screened in porch and the rest have private patios. Priced $167,900. to $184,900. Directions: Hwy 311 to Hwy 62 towards Trinity, Rt. Sealy Dr., Lt Surrett Dr, 1st Rt into Kingsfield Townhomes
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Looking for a 4 bedroom home with spacious rooms? This home lcoated in Broadstone in S. High Point offers a large ear-in kitchen with island bar, den/home office, fenced in yard, deck and priced to sell at $146,500. Move-In Condition!
Open House 2-5 & Daily 2-5 Robertson Ridge Townhomes Save Hundreds w/Special Bank Financing Rate of 3.89% of Buy with No Money Down when you get a USDA Loan and seller pays your closing costs at Archdale’s Robertson Ridge Townhomes located on Weant Rd. Robertson Ridge offers 2 or 3 bedrooms, 1 or 2 car garages, outside storage, attic storage, oversized garages and private patios. Sunroom & covered porches optional. Priced from $139,900 to $169,900. Directions: Hwy 311 S, Lt on Hwy 62,stay on 62 past I-85, Rt Weant Rd, Townhomes down on the left.
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