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2019 Events Calendar January 12th MLK Parade Pg.3 18th Night of Praise Pg.14 15th Cruise In Pg.15 Future Dates

Next Edition Feb 1, 2019

Deadline Jan 25

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Never Forget: What the Past Can Teach Us About Today’s Problems (StatePoint) While history may feel like the distant past (and something you may think you don’t need to know much about outside the classroom), many experts believe it can offer valuable lessons for today.

In the case of World War II, author Kim Dana Kupperman says the stories that came out of this dark time in history can help us gain a new perspective on today’s global refugee crisis, be better prepared to see the warning signs of totalitarianism and genocide, and examine the best and worst of human proclivities.

Her new novel, “Six Thousand Miles to Home,” was inspired by the true story of a Jewish family from western Poland during one of World War II’s lesser-known episodes, the imprisonment of 1.5-2 million Polish citizens in the Soviet Union’s infamous Gulag. The novel details a family’s enslavement in a forced-labor camp, and their eventual escape to Iran where they found refuge.

“I feel a generational responsibility to help preserve the memory of what happened during World War II. Because so many died without their stories being told or collected, we must try to imagine how they lived and how they perished,” says Kupperman. “Such narratives and personal stories build empathy for those of us fortunate to be remote from these experiences.

They also remind us that genocide is a persistent phenomenon, and that by not acting, we are complicit.”

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Starvation, disease, and hard labor in adverse environmental conditions combined to make the Gulag a ruthless environment in which people perished by the thousands. Despite the horrors of this history, accounts of Soviet deportations and enslavement of Polish citizens are largely absent from the literature of the Holocaust. As those who lived through it grow older, historians say that the time for collecting and understanding these stories is now.

Kupperman draws parallels between the historical events detailed in her novel to today’s global refugee crisis. As a result of World War II, tens of millions of people were displaced, an amount of people which seemed staggering at the time. In 2016, an estimated 65.6 million people were forcibly displaced by persecution, conflict, or violence, according to the UN, amounting to 20 people every minute. Understanding history can change perceptions about today’s refugees and encourage individuals to help, whether it’s by providing shelter, volunteering time, or donating resources.

Proceeds from sales of Kupperman’s book will support The Suzanna Cohen Legacy Foundation and its mission to collect, preserve, publish, and teach the life stories of men and women who exhibited resilience in the face of forced displacement, and to honor the bravery and generosity of those who provided compassion and assistance to refugees, exiles and persecuted peoples. To learn more, visit suzannacohenlegacyfoundation.org.

While learning about historical atrocities can be uncomfortable and disturbing, doing so can ultimately help one become a better citizen of the world today.

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Tips to Beat Seasonal Blues (SPM Wire) It’s easy to feel blue when daylight hours are limited and the weather is chilly. Here are a few ways to stay positive in winter:

SUPPLY & GROCERY

Physical Activity Exercise is not only great for the body, it‘s great for the soul, boosting your confidence and offering you a sense of achievement. Plus, when you exercise, your brain releases such feel-good chemicals as endorphins, serotonin, adrenaline and dopamine, making it a totally natural mood booster.

New Summer Hours Effective April 15th, 2017 Mon-Fri 6am-9pm Sat 7am-8pm Sun 1pm- 5pm 4508 NC Hwy 49N, Liberty

Phone 336-622-1531 Visit our new web page @ www.sportsmanssupplyliberty.com

Socializing Getting motivated to leave the house and socialize can seem more challenging when you have to bundle up first, but it’s especially important to spend time with friends and family during a time of year when you are apt to feel blue.

Sunshine Sunlight may be scarce in winter, but it isn’t non-existent. Schedule a walk at lunch time; position yourself by a window when you curl up with a book; play outside with the kids --take advantage sunlight whenever you can. Just be sure to dress warmly for the weather, and wear sunscreen on exposed skin.

Under New Ownership Live Bait sold all year (minnows, crickets, and worms) Fishing Tackle And Hunting Supplies

New Lews Conceal weapon class

Liberty Event Center 123 S. Greensboro St, Liberty Restaurant Booking Now For Open Banquet And Thur & Fri 5pm to 8pm Events 1 Meat 2 Veg $8 2 Meat 2 Veg $10 Bread-Drink

Starts @1pm and lunch will be provided Cost $100 Please call 336-622-1531 to register

Rods and Reals

We have new AR-15's in stock!

Also we are carrying shaved ice now

Hoop Cheese, Pinto Beans, Raw Peanuts, Country Ham, Old Fashion Candy, and Delaney’s Pimento Cheese, Homeland Creamery Milk and Ice Cream We Now Offer 90% Octane non Ethanol Gas Gas (reg, non ethanol, off road fuel, diesel)

Dessert $2 Water $1

Catering Available For More Info Contact Frankie Matthews 919-799-9647 Frante’ Matthes 919-799-7108

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Sat Jan 12 at 1pm the Martin Luther King Jr Committee will sponsor the MLK Parade in downtown Liberty. The parade line up will start at noon in parking lot behind SECU (State Employee Credit Union) on N Greensboro St. If you would like to enter this parade please call Helen at 336-622-3957 or Kay at 336-674-2415 to register.

Sun Jan 13 the Martin Luther King Program will be held at Edwards Grove Missionary Baptist Church at 214 S Foster St, Liberty, NC 27298 in the MP McCleave Enrichment Center at 3pm

Local Authors Sign Contracts

By Ashlynn Cole My own interest in writing started when our church hosted the North Carolina Christian Writers Conference. I was given the opportunity to help during the Conference.

Speaking to some of the authors helped to show me that I could write about my experiences. I then attended another conference and received tons of advice that I may not have received form a non-Christian conference. I personally had the opportunity to talk to two up and coming authors in our community, my pastor, Andy Clapp, and my stepmom, Melissa Cole. Andy Clapp recently signed a four-book deal with Burnett Young Books, after the North Carolina Writers Conference. They will be devotional books based on UNC, Duke, NC State, and Wake Forest basketball. He had his first article published in 2005. His hope is that through his love of telling stories and preaching the gospel, that he can lead others to Christ that he may not ever meet face-to-face. For Andy, the hardest part of writing is the rejection. His first book, Under the Lights, was rejected fourteen times. He just had to persevere. The process for a book contract was basically straight forward. He spent some time developing an idea with a friend, Del Duduit. Later he pitched the idea to his agent, Cyle Young, who then secured the contract. “My advice for any future writers: attend a conference, work on improving your writing, and never give up. “For the righteous fall seven times and rise again but the wicked stumble in times if calamity, Proverbs 24:16”. Melissa Cole has a little bit of a different story. Her process for signing her agent contract was more complicated. She started writing devotionals and submitting them to devotional publishers.

She would meet with other authors to gain more knowledge. She also attended Christian Writers Conferences which helped to better understand the market and how to best present her project as marketable. She was able to meet Caroline George, an agent with Cyle Young Literary Elite, who was interested in seeing more of her writing. That eventually led to an offer for representation. She spent time utilizing resources to better her writing skills, such as: Writers Chat Forms, online writing classes, and networking with other writers. With help from a local author, Andy Clapp, she was able to advance her skills.

She started really writing when her Pastor Andy Clapp had a devotional class several years ago. She wanted to share her experiences to draw others closer to God. The hardest part in her journey was waiting for feedback and seeing if the idea was approved. Her advice for anyone looking to start writing is “write about what’s happening in your life”.

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Why Community Service Matters on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (SPM Wire) Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be commemorated on January 21. If you are planning how to best spend the time off from work or school, consider volunteering.To honor the life and legacy of King, many communities offer service events that are easy to join for one day.From serving meals to the elderly to interpreting critical health information to new immigrants, there are many ways you can devote your skills, time and energy to others in need.

A national listing of service projects can be found by visiting nationalservice.gov. This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, consider how you can honor a great man, while helping to build a stronger community.

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5 Tips to Shed Those Pounds in the New Year (StatePoint) Maybe you want more energy, or perhaps you want to lose weight and keep it off for good.

Whatever your goals, a new year means a fresh start to become the best version of yourself.

Here are five tips from Nutrisystem experts to get your scale moving in the right direction and support your long-term health.

1. Skip “diet” drinks: Of course, you know not to order the regular cola with your meal, but you figure the lower-calorie diet version is an okay choice. Not necessarily. One recent review of research found that artificial sweeteners often used in diet drinks may not be as beneficial for weight management as intended, and that drinking them regularly may be linked to an increased body mass index. If you want something fizzy, opt for seltzer with lemon or lime. But if you can’t stop dreaming of that diet soda, it doesn’t have to be completely off-limits. Just try to cut back. Moderation is key!

Thank you to our public safety employees for working even during the worst! And especially our Streets Crew for plowing!!

2. Drink more water: Every part of your body needs water to work properly. When you don’t get enough, your body can’t perform normal functions, which can drain your energy. More fatigue means less physical activity. Plus, mild dehydration is often masked as hunger -- prompting you to grab a snack when all you really need is water. Nutrisystem experts recommend drinking at least eight, 8-ounce glasses daily.

3. Slow down: It takes 20 minutes for the “I’m full” signals from your stomach to reach your brain. When you inhale your food, it’s much easier to eat more than your body really needs. One review of 23 studies found that fast eaters were about twice as likely to be obese, compared to slow eaters. To help slow down, take smaller bites, chew 10 to 15 times and put your fork down between each bite.

4. Don’t eyeball portions: “The super-sized meals at restaurants have given us a skewed view of proper portion size,” says registered dietitian for Nutrisystem, Courtney McCormick.

Even if you’re tracking your food intake with an app or food journal, overestimating portions can sabotage progress.

McCormick’s solution: Measure portions -- not forever, but for a while at the start.

Doing so will help you get a visual of what portions should actually look like. You may also consider eliminating some of the guesswork with a program, such as Nutrisystem, that offers pre-portioned, nutritionally-balanced meals.

5. Reduce stress: Stress can cause your body to burn calories more slowly, which could lead to weight gain, according to a study. Plus, stress increases hormones that stimulate appetite, and the foods you’ll crave for comfort tend to be high in fat and sugar. Help manage stress with deep breathing, meditation, exercise, hanging out with friends or listening to music.

Our mayor is out helping the town employees get our leaves up this morning. That truly shows his dedication for our town. .... good job mayor York

More tips on jump-starting your weight loss goals can be found at nutrisystem.com.

With these tips for the new year, you’ll be on the road to realistic weight loss achievement and have more energy for your day-to-day life.

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YE OLD COUNTRY KITCHEN

K&K PARTS

327 Drama Rd, Snow Camp Ph 336-376-6991

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(on corner of Old 421 & Kinro Rd) We are your local Tractor Parts Dealer

We sell new aftermarket parts for most makes and model!

New Hours:

11 AM to 8 PM Wednesday through Friday 7 AM- 9 PM on Saturday (Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Mornings) 11 AM-8:30 PM on Sundays

Come by or give Joe Kirkman A Call At 336-622-3086

Millstone Catering Snow Camp, NC Private Parties Welcome Full Catering Service

Check Out Millstone Catering Facebook Here For Your Parties & Catering

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The Liberty Artisan & Craft Gallery 5546 NC Hwy 49N- Liberty, NC 27298 Phone: (336)622-3720 Tue - Sat 10am-5pm

We Ship via UPS

We Accept UPS Drop-Off Packages FREE! We accept: * ARS (Authorized Return Service) * RS (Return Service) * Internet (UPS.com)

Guaranteed Delivery or Your Money Back! Free Package Tracking Free Coverage on Packages with $100 or Less DV

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Garrets Florist

Liberty, NC. 201 S Greensboro St, Liberty, NC 27298 Be Prepared this Valentines! Call now to place your orders for your loved ones!

Also check us out online

https://www.garrettsflowershop.com/ ROSES-MIXED ARRANGEMENTSBEARS - CANDY Pick Up or Delivery - Just Send the Best!

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A all Natural Remedy for all you aches and pains!

Online ordering coming soon!

Available in Oil, Daily Dose Oil, Pain Cream, and Edibles

Come on by the office or give us a call and get yours today!!!

Friendly Beauty Shop

514 N Greensboro St, Liberty Ph 622-4989

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129 S Fayetteville St Liberty, NC 27298

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211 West Swannanoa Avenue Liberty, NC | 336.622.7900 | www.rtmc.net Modem does not increase your internet speed. Restrictions may apply. Offer expires 2.28.19. Additional fees may apply. Based on structure of home or business.

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Shrub trimming. Debris removal. Tree trimming and removal. Mulch. Gravel.

Etc.

LOFLIN FUNERAL HOME OF LIBERTY

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Ph 336-622-2256 Office Ph 336-622-2258 Obit Line

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Serving The Local Community • • •

146 acres, old 421 Rd. North near Liberty city limits, long railroad frontage, 70+ acres clear, $10,000 per acre as a whole.

25 heavily wooded mature hardwood, 1,000 ft. on Liberty Grove Church Rd.,(new price!) $219,000. Property is in an estate and must be sold as a packge.

404 E. Starmount Ave., 3 bedroom, 3 full bathroom brick in excellent condition on corner lot near Elementary School, $139,500.00 #44 Santek Rd., Staley, 119 acres, may subdivide, across from proposed Chatham County Economic Development 1,800 acre site, call our office.

3365 Staley Store Rd., 4.52 acres vacant land with creek in rear; seller will provide septic system permit; $39,900.00 547 South Fayetteville St., vacant corner lot already has city water and sewer on property, zoned for double wide or site built home. Owner can finance if needed. $17,000.00 1.45 acre lot on liberty Grove Church Rd. Site built home only, $22,500.00 Building lots from 1/2 to 3 acres in all areas around Liberty. Some are site built only lots, some modular, some doublewide & single wide lots. $22,000 to 39,900 and some are with owner financing Call us for single family home rentals in the Liberty area!

Meacham Realty, Inc. Tom Meacham

205 E Swannanoa Ave- Liberty Office :622-1998 Fax: 622-5998 Email: meachamrealty@rtelco.net

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You Know What Day It Is..

HUMP DAY!!!

Hump Day Dinner 6pm - 8pm 2nd Wednesday of each month You Are Invited Bethany United Methodist Church 6151 Bethany Way, Staley FREE DINNER Come One - Come All Any Donations are forwarded to Bethany UMC and Liberty Assoc. of Churches

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Tips for a Smooth Tax Season (StatePoint) Though Tax Day happens every year, it still seems to take many Americans by surprise. This year, don’t miss the deadline or let this crucial to-do loom large over your head.

To have a smooth tax season, consider the following: • Getting Started Early: If you can, get a head start on your taxes. Filing early is a good tactic for anyone, but particularly those with evolving or complex financial circumstances Not only will doing so help you prevent the anxiety that comes with procrastination, you’ll receive your refund early -- if you’re due one -- or give yourself time to prepare to pay any owed taxes.

• Relying on Old Tricks: When it comes to tax preparation, sometimes, using old-school methods is the best way to go. Whether you are just getting started on crunching those numbers or you’re finalizing all the information, a printing calculator like Casio’s HR-170RC includes features that can aid in tax preparation and submission. This model also has some newer tools, like a built-in tax feature that lets you store a frequently-used rate and pull it up at-will, slicing your calculation times by an impressive margin. Other functions include: a reprint key, a check function to scroll up to 150 steps of previous calculations, a grand total function for quick correction of mis-entries, currency exchange calculations and cost/sell/margin calculations.

• Doing Research: The list of what is tax deductible is more extensive than you might realize, so do your research. Keeping good records throughout the year of your expenditures can help you take advantage of these opportunities.

• Having a Refund Plan: Don’t just let your checking account absorb your tax refund only to spend it on an impulse buy. Whether you invest the money in your retirement, sock it safely away for a rainy day or put it towards the purchase of a big-ticket item, such as the down payment of a house, having a plan for your tax refund can help you make the most of the money.

This year, have a fuss-free tax season. With a little planning, you can file your taxes efficiently, without headache and at the greatest benefit to your finances.

There are a lot of reasons people "give up" on their New Year's Resolution to exercise. For some, it's that life becomes too hectic. For others it's cost, lack of motivation or boredom.

Many people love training in Tae Kwon Do because it allows you to get your exercise as a "side benefit". When you sign up, your teacher will work to motivate and push you. You will be learning self-defense while gaining health benefits. Many students report losing weight, gaining flexibility and muscle mass. Other benefits are improved reflexes and balance. (and these are just the PHYSICAL benefits... the list goes on and on for emotional and mental) Sign up and let us help you meet your goals! Serving the area for 37 years and counting. ALWAYS affordable and accepting new students.

Two locations Siler City and Liberty NC. 109 North Chatham Ave. Siler City NC. 27344 114 W. Swannanoa Ave. Liberty NC. 27298

Are you ready for a happy new year?

The 3 month/free uniform for 99 dollars special returns as of January 1st!

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South Eastern Karate Assoc.

Serving Liberty for Nearly 25 Years Starting New Students Any Time Ages 5 to Adult No hidden fees or contracts required $45 per month (family discount available) 114 West Swannanoa Ave. Liberty NC (3rd floor) Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do www.southeasternkarate.com Call 919-548-5689 for information www.libertynewspaper.org

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Award: Eagle Scout Award Scout Name: Marsalis Brooks Davis, 16 Liberty, NC 27298 Unit # / Sponsor: Chosen Generation Connection - Troop 333 Old North State Council - Guilford District Parents: Karla Brooks / Millard Davis Grandparents: Mary A. Brooks and Andrea Epps Eagle Service Project: The most challenging part of earning your Eagle is your Eagle Scout Service Project, for which, you must plan, develop, and provide leadership within our community. My Eagle Scout Service project ‘The Chosen Generation Connection Scout Hut’ demonstrates the effects within the community by helping with organizational skills and teaching people how to give back to community for what they have done for me. My project shows how remodeling the property for CGC Troop 333 shows true loyalty and brotherhood to the scouts of Troop 333. ‘The CGC Scout Hut’ project shows what you can contribute towards the future of community service, careers of your dreams, as well as, showing goals of accomplishments and show colleges and university what you can demonstrate in leadership. This task will included: Painting, Adding Entry Door, Adding a Walkway with Accessible Handicap Ramp, Cleaning Picnic Area and making Picnic Table.

Marsalis is a Junior at James B. Dudley High School, Greensboro.

Resolve to Boost Health With These Breakfast Tips (StatePoint) Looking to make a change to your nutrition in the new year? Start by examining what is often referred to as the most important meal of the day; breakfast.

Here are some fast facts about breakfast from Kelly Springer, MS, RD, CDN, and president of Kelly’s Choice, a collective of registered dietitians, nutritionists and educators that offers customized nutrition coaching programs for schools, workplaces, medical facilities, athletes and individuals.

• Don’t Skip It: Breakfast is not only essential to weight maintenance, it can help ensure you avoid nutritional deficiencies, so don’t avoid it.

“Think about bonfires. If you don’t add wood to the flames, the fire will go out. Metabolism works the same way. If you don’t add food as fuel to your body, your metabolism will slow down,” says Springer. “To maintain a healthy diet, you need to eat regularly scheduled meals. Breakfast is particularly important because your metabolism slows during a night of sleep.”

Skipping breakfast has also been proven to be linked to nutrient deficiencies, points out Springer.

“Breakfast provides essential nutrients that can’t be made up for later in the day,” says. “A good breakfast will provide protein, b vitamins, fiber, calcium and iron.”

• Include Protein: Protein helps to maintain blood sugar levels, keeps you fuller longer and provides the building blocks for skin, hair, nails and muscle. But because protein can’t be stored as protein in the body, it needs to be consumed throughout the day.

“Be sure your first meal includes protein. You don’t have to search hard to do so. Some of your favorite breakfast items are already a great source,” says Springer.

Did you know that a bagel at Einstein Bros. Bagels has between 9 and 17 grams of protein? This is more than or as much protein as one large egg, three slices of turkey, one cup of 2 percent milk or two tablespoons of creamy peanut butter.

• Include Carbohydrates: Many new diets encourage you to skip carbohydrates, but carbs are the number one source of energy for the body and brain food to boot. Carbohydrates convert to glucose in the body -- and our brain, one of the most demanding organs in the body, cannot function without glucose.

• Streamline: Habits are most successfully formed when they are easy to adopt. To that end, consider streamlining your breakfast by seeking out one location for your morning cup of joe as well as your protein-rich, meal, such as Einstein Bros. Bagels, which offers a full breakfast menu.

A nutritious day all starts with a balanced breakfast. Start 2019 off on the right foot by giving your breakfasts a makeover.

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Ramseur Christmas Parade

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Randolph Communications Donates to 8 Local Food Banks

December 17, 2018 – Asheboro, NC – Randolph Communications held their second annual Food Harvest Drive during the months of October and November, collecting non-perishable food items at their two office locations located in Asheboro and Liberty. Randolph Communications partnered with Pinnacle Financial Partners and Lowes Foods, who set up donation boxes at their Asheboro locations. All donations that were received for the Food Harvest Drive were matched by Randolph Communications, which totaled 1950 nonperishable items. All items were donated to eight local food banks in the areas they serve.

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Bennett Baptist Church, located in Bennett, NC Beulah Baptist Church Food Pantry, located in Bennett, NC Chandlers Grove United Methodist Church Food Pantry, located in New London, NC Christians United Incorporated of Southern Randolph County, located in Seagrove, NC CUOC of Lee County, located in Sanford, NC High Falls Area Food Pantry, located in Robbins, NC Liberty Association of Churches, located in Liberty, NC Robbins Area Christian Ministries Food Pantry located, in Robbins, NC

“Improving the lives of our customers and communities is our top priority and our mission. Being able to match the donations and give back to the areas we serve means so much to our company,” stated Stephanie Gee, Marketing Director.

“We were in awe of how many non-perishable items were donated to our Food Harvest Drive this holiday season. It means so much to us to give back to our community and we are beyond thankful to those who donated,” said Kady Browne, Marketing Representative.

Randolph Communications is dedicated to improving the lives of its customers and communities they serve. Randolph Communications is proud of its more than 60 years of serving our neighbors and communities in Randolph, Alamance, Chatham, Davidson, Guilford, Lee, Moore and Montgomery counties.

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Liberty Chamber Newsletter January 2019 By: Teresa Bruchon

Happy New Year! The Liberty Chamber of Commerce would like to wish you a peaceful, productive, and prosperous 2019.

Happy Anniversary!

Don’t Miss the Event of the Year!

The Liberty Chamber will be Celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year!

The Chamber has been promoting business in Liberty for fifty years.

1969-2019 Save the Date: April 13, 2019 The Liberty Chamber of Commerce 50th Anniversary Banquet Tickets will soon be on sale! Purchase them early! They will sell out!

As we celebrate 50 years of the Liberty Chamber of Commerce, please be sure to take part in this event, *If you were ever affiliated with the Liberty Chamber, served on the board, have pictures or any Liberty Chamber memorabilia; please contact us at 336-622-4937. We would love to recognize or display them at our anniversary celebration.

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COMMUNITY AREA RIDE SERVICE (C.A.R.S.) A local non-profit organization based in Liberty.

We offer transportation for residents of Liberty or Staley or folks that have a 622-Telephone exchange to medical facilities, social services or nursing homes.

Call Dispatcher At 336-622-5774 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Community Area Ride Service

2019 Chamber Membership Drive In 2019, as we strive to ensure that Liberty continues to be a great place to live, work and do business we would like to express our sincere gratitude, to our Chamber members. We appreciate your membership. We are grateful for your continued support and look forward to working with you this year. Please watch for your annual 2019 Chamber Membership renewal letters. They will be arriving in your mail box soon. A rapid response will ensure a 2019 Chamber website listing. If your business is not already a member, please consider. It has many benefits!

Including: Free Business Referrals, Business Networking Opportunities, cordially invites you to our Advocacy, Business Exposure, Marketing, Promotional Material, Sponsorship Opportunities, Business After-Hour Events, Ribbon Cuttings, Social Media and Website exposure, Annual Luncheon, Committee Input, and Community Involvement and this year’s 50 th Anniversary Banquet D i n n e r. T h e L i b e r t y C h a m b e r Membership is a great value. Our membership fees continue to be a very reasonable rate. For more info check our website at www.libertychambernc.com

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Please join us on Thursday January 10th as we celebrate the newest Liberty Chamber Member.

Thank you for your involvement, investment and commitment to the Liberty Chamber of Commerce!

The 100 Man Project, Inc. members want to say thank you to the wonderfully generous people of the Liberty/Staley area and many other friends and organizations that support us. It has been a good and blessed year.

We have been able to assist 277 clients already this calendar year and driving over 18,301 miles to and from their appointments. This is all thanks to a wonderful group of volunteer drivers that give of their time each month to drive. A special thanks to Clima Moffitt, our dispatcher, who organizes these trips.

Our other projects, the Reading Contest, Service Project at the Liberty School and Liberty Library also have been a great success.

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This year the Baptist Men’s Dental Bus and the volunteer professionals assisting us in the Dental Clinic were able to see 43 clients assisting them with either extractions, fillings or cleanings.

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All in all God has been good to us in this small caring community. May you all be blessed this Christmas Season and Happy New Year to all.

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If interested in volunteering with our project, please call our President, Gary Davis at 336-312-9412 or the dispatcher at 336-622-5774.

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10 Doctor-Recommended New Year’s Resolutions (StatePoint) With the new year upon us, you may be looking for resolutions that will help to keep you and your loved ones healthy and happy in the year ahead.

“This is the perfect time of year to consider your personal goals, and how you can make positive health choices in the coming year,” says American Medical Association (AMA) President Barbara L. McAneny, M.D. “Small lifestyle changes today can have a lasting effect in improving your health.”

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1. Learn your risk for type 2 diabetes by taking the self-screening test at DoIHavePrediabetes.org. Steps you take now can help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.

2. Be more physically active. Adults should do at least 150 minutes a week of moderateintensity activity, or 75 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity activity.

3. Know your blood pressure numbers. Visit LowerYourHBP.org to better understand your numbers and take necessary steps to get your high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension -- under control. Doing so will reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.

4. Reduce your intake of processed foods, especially those with added sodium and sugar.

Also reduce your consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages and drink more water instead.

5. If your health care professional determines that you need antibiotics, take them exactly as prescribed. Antibiotic resistance is a serious public health problem and antibiotics will not make you feel better if you have a virus, such as a cold or flu.

6. If consuming alcohol, do so in moderation as defined by the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans -- up to one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men, and only by adults of legal drinking age.

7. Talk with your doctor about tobacco and nicotine use and quit. Declare your home and car smoke-free to eliminate exposure to secondhand smoke.

8. Pain medication is personal. If you are taking prescription opioids, follow your doctor’s instructions, store them safely to prevent diversion or misuse, and properly dispose of any leftover medication.

9. Make sure your family is up-to-date on their vaccines, including the annual influenza vaccine for everyone age six months or older.

10. Manage stress. A good diet and daily exercise are key ingredients to maintaining and improving your mental health, but don’t hesitate to ask for help from a friend or mental health professional when you need it.

The lifestyle choices you make now will have long-lasting impacts. So, this new year, prioritize your long-term health by forming great habits.

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Patterson Cottage to Host Community Meeting on Museum

The Patterson Cottage Committee will host a Community Meeting, Sunday, January 20, 2019 at 2:00 at the Liberty Town Hall. The meeting will be held to discuss the community’s need for a new museum to house the artifacts now stored at the Patterson Cottage. The newly formed Friends of the Patterson Cottage Museum has proposed to begin a fundraising campaign beginning in 2019 to raise money to build a new museum. The Patterson Cottage Committee, a group appointed by the Town Council to care for the cottage, would like to gauge the interest in the Liberty community for a new museum, to entertain ideas from area residents and to measure support for a museum. “The Friends have already received checks or pledges for $80,000 toward building a new museum,” said Patterson Cottage Committee Chairman Warren Dixon. “Before they proceed any further, we would like to involve the entire community, to access their needs, get their ideas and just see if there is sufficient support in the community to build a museum. The Cottage is really no place for a museum. It’s not heated or cooled and certainly isn’t very secure. We definitely need a building that’s climate controlled and safe to preserve Liberty’s heritage and we really appreciate the Friends of the Patterson Cottage deciding to take on this challenge.” If a museum is built, Dixon said, the Patterson Cottage could remain as a historic cottage and be furnished accordingly. “We’d have it furnished like it was meant to be,” he said, “without the display cases you see now. People could see the oldest remaining residence in Liberty the way it was around the time it was built in 1884. A new museum could display all the artifacts donated by Liberty townspeople over the 44 years since the cottage was turned into a museum.”

All interested area residents are invited to the meeting, especially Liberty townspeople, civic clubs and churches. A museum would certainly affect and benefit all of Randolph County, especially the northeast corner, and would really be important to residents of the nearby counties of Alamance, Guilford and Chatham, said Dixon. “Anyone who has an interest in preserving our past is certainly welcome,” he said. Refreshments will be served. **************************************************************************************** Among the latest donations to the Patterson Cottage is an autographed 1955 St. Louis Cardinals’ baseball that almost didn’t return to Liberty after a dunking during Hurricane Fran. The baseball, donated by Bud and Johnny Davis, was given to them by their father, Sam Davis, after he returned from a business trip in St. Louis in 1955. Liberty native Joe Frazier was playing outfield for the Cardinals at the time and, always glad to see hometown fans, he gave the ball to Sam when he attended a Cardinals game. Frazier went on to manage the New York Mets in his long major league career. The baseball is autographed by the entire team, including not only Joe Frazier but also home of famers Stan Musial and Red Schoendienst. Bud, who later moved to Wrightsville Beach on his job as a photographer with the Corps of Engineers, placed the baseball on a chest of drawers in his apartment.

When he had to evacuate Wrightsville Beach during Hurricane Fran he thought the ball would be safe. But after returning, he found that the storm surge had forced four feet of water into the apartment, turning over furniture and dunking the ball into the salt water. Bud rescued the ball and although the signatures are not nearly as dark as they were 63 years ago, they can still be easily read. The Patterson Cottage has placed the ball in a glass case, along with Joe Frazier’s Topps baseball card.

Bud and Johnny say they “hope visitors to the Cottage will get some enjoyment from reading the names of some of the players who were ‘heroes’ to many of us ‘older generation’ guys and think of Joe Frazier and his generosity for our having it at all.” The Patterson Cottage thanks Bud and Johnny Davis for their generosity for graciously donating the ball to the community.

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How to Rekindle the Romance in Your Marriage

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(StatePoint) Whether you’re a honeymooner or you’re celebrating your 50th anniversary, there’s a chance that the romantic spark that brought you and your partner together in the first place needs to be rekindled. Experts say that a continually fulfilling relationship requires establishing and maintaining a complete connection.

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• Keep dating: No matter how busy you become, you should never stop having the kind of fun you had when you were courting. Whether it’s hiking beautiful trails, going to concerts, or giving and attending parties, these activities should be carried into any long-term relationship if you intend to have a meaningful romantic life together and a healthy emotional connection.

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• Take each other seriously: Don’t allow gender stereotypes to lead you to discount each other’s feelings or opinions as irrational. You’ll communicate more effectively, and be happier as a result, if you listen to your partner and take him or her seriously. In other words, there should be no “boss” in the marriage. Work at maintaining a peer relationship.

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• Ritualize contact time: Couples need ritualized contact time in which they get together, such as going to lunch once a week, having coffee together in the morning or watching a television program they both like. This is one of the most important components of having a close, emotionally intimate relationship.

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• Give each other space: You don’t need to do everything together to have a happy relationship. In fact, the happiest couples tend to give each other the support and space needed to maintain their independent interests.

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If your partner reciprocates, it will create a feeling of closeness. These words don’t have to be rational or logical, but they should always be a validation of the relationship and your partner.

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• Focusing: An ancient practice with renewed popularity today, the benefits of meditation can’t be overstated. If you’re resolving to meditate in the New Year, you may be hard pressed to actually go about it, particularly if you haven’t meditated before. Luckily, there are plenty of handy apps available that can lead you through a guided practice. From Headspace to Stop, Breathe & Think, a calmer day is at your fingertips.

• Staying Active: If staying active is a struggle for you, consider some wearable tech for that needed jolt of motivation. Whether you are already an outdoor enthusiast or an aspiring one, a watch that’s also an activity tracker, compass, altimeter and more is a great tool for getting active in the New Year. For example, the WSD-F30 from the PRO TREK Smart series has Bluetooth connectivity, Wi-Fi and enables the use of offline maps and GPS log recording for up to three consecutive days. And because it is water-resistant up to 50 meters and boasts environmental durability built to military specifications, it’s a sound choice no matter what your 2019 plans include -- be it mountain biking, hiking or whitewater rafting.

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• Boosting Knowledge: Taking on a foreign language in the New Year is easier than ever before. Whereas in the past, you may have been inclined to buy language CDs and sit in a quiet room to study, now apps such as Duolingo are allowing language learners to squeeze in lessons and practice whenever they have downtime.

• Getting Organized: With tax season on the horizon, and the perennial importance of building savings and having good credit, if you resolve to organize one aspect of your life in the New Year, let it be your finances. Use next generation tools to do so, like the HR-170RC, a printing calculator, which can help you find discrepancies, keep records and get a great start to 2019. Be sure to look for features like fast, two-color printing, tax keys, a calendar and multicolor display.

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Liberty Town Council Approves Museum Location

In its last official act of 2018, the Liberty Town Council approved a proposal by the Friends of the Patterson Cottage to place a museum on Town property if the money could be raised by the community. Warren Dixon, chairman of the Patterson Cottage Committee made the proposal in the absence of Friends’ officers Judy Hernandez and Terry Crouse. Dixon briefly told the Council of the need for a climate controlled museum, one that was safe and secure, to house Liberty’s artifacts now on display in the 134-year-old Patterson Cottage. “If we’re going to preserve Liberty’s heritage,” Dixon told the Council, “we’re going to have to have a real museum to keep our artifacts in. Then we can furnish the cottage as a cottage and keep the items from our past from deteriorating in a building that’s built for that purpose.” The Friends, Dixon said, are willing to hold a fund raiser to build a new museum, if the Town was willing to allow it to be built beside the cottage. He showed the Council plans for a 2,500 square foot building, drawn by Randy Kirkman, but said that the space would easily hold a 3,000 square foot museum. If enough money was raised, he continued, the museum could also include a classroom/meeting room which, along with the adjacent Library, could help serve as a cultural center for the community. Dixon announced that the Friends of the Patterson Cottage Museum had already raised $80,000 in cash and pledges toward building a museum. \We are asking the Council, if we can raise the money for a museum, for permission to place it beside the Patterson Cottage,” he said. “Then we would donate it to the Town, operate it on a volunteer basis like we do the cottage. We would also request that the Town pay utilities for the museum to help us maintain it.” After some discussion, Councilman J.R. Beard made a motion to allow the Friends to build a museum next to the Patterson Cottage if the group could raise the money and for the Town to pay utilities for the building. Gary Davis seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Councilman Larry Coble said he hoped the museum could be large enough to have a classroom/meeting area for the community.

The Friends want to thank the members of Liberty’s Town Council for their interest in preserving Liberty’s past. And they invite everyone in the community to attend a community meeting Sunday, January 20, 2:00, at the Liberty Town Hall to talk about ideas for a museum.

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Car repair, DMV dealer, HVAC, ag mechanics, welding courses start in January at RCC

Randolph Community College’s Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division is offering classes in auto body repair, DMV Motor Vehicle Licensure, HVAC, agricultural mechanics, and welding in January. The “Auto Body Repair Basics” class (#67831) begins Jan 7 and runs through April 22 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays in the Richard Petty Education Center on the Asheboro Campus. The course is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the auto body repair field. Students will be taught how to identify and describe the current types of body/frame construction; evaluate vehicle damage through proper application of measuring and gauging equipment and sequencing techniques; and return vehicles to pre-accident condition. Upon completion, students will have the knowledge base to perform hands-on repairs in the areas of nonstructural repairs, MIG welding, plastics and adhesives, refinishing, and other related areas. The cost is $180.55. Prospective auto dealers can take the “DMV: Dealer Pre-License” course, which provides the 12 hours of authorized prelicensing training required in North Carolina. Topics include dealer license plates, vehicle inspections, titling and registration, frequently used forms, and dealer disclosures. The course (#68280) will be offered Monday and Tuesday, Jan 7-8, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on the Asheboro Campus. Registration for this course is $70. Additional sections are scheduled for March 25-26 (#68283) and May 20-21 (#68285). RCC’s “Motor Vehicle Dealer Education” course is designed to meet the continuing education training requirements for Used Vehicle Dealer’s license renewal in North Carolina.

The next class (#68282) is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 9, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on the Asheboro Campus. Registration is $70. Additional sections are scheduled for March 27 (#68284) and May 22 (#68286). The “Fundamentals of HVAC” course is designed to provide students with the introductory skills required to become employed as an entry-level heating and air conditioning technician. It is a comprehensive course focusing on the operating principles of heating systems with emphasis on safety, ventilation, types of heating/cooling systems, Ohm’s law, load calculation, troubleshooting using the various types of test equipment, servicing, repairing, and installing components/entire systems. This course prepares students to sit for the CFC Certification, which will be administered during the class for an additional $25. The required textbook, “Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, 8th Edition,” can be purchased through RCC Campus Store for approximately $192, and registration is $180.55. The course (#68153) meets from 5:30-9:30 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, from Jan. 7-April 22 in room 104 of the Building Trades Center on the Asheboro Campus. “Agricultural Mechanics I” includes many subjects commonly found in mechanical systems at home or on the farm. They include small engine theory and repair, basic household electrical wiring, and basic arc welding for repair. Students will learn concepts for every day fixes around the home or farm. Upon completion of the small engines portion of the class, students will be able to sit for the Briggs and Stratton Basic Certification. The class (#67153) meets from 5:30-9:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 8-April 18, in room 102 of the Building Trades Center on the Asheboro Campus. The cost is $215.55. Students will be provided with a supply list upon registration. For more information or to register for the auto body repair, DMV, HVAC, or agricultural mechanics classes, call 336-633-0268. RCC is offering three “Basic Welding” courses in January, March, and April on the Archdale Campus. In addition, a “MIG 1” welding course will be on the Asheboro Campus, beginning Jan. 9. The Basic Welding courses are designed to teach basic gas metal arc welding safety, fundamentals, and techniques. The class is a prerequisite to the MIG 1 class.

Three sections are being offered in Archdale: #67316, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Saturdays, Jan. 26-Feb. 16; #67317, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Saturdays, Feb. 23-March 16, and #67318, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., March 23-April 13. The Welding Center is at 110 Park Avenue in Archdale. The cost of each class is $110.55. The MIG 1 welding course (#67267) meets on the Asheboro Campus from 5-9 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays from Jan. 9-May 1. The cost is $240.55. The class introduces metal arc welding and flux core arc welding processes. Topics DOING IT RIGHT THE 1ST TIME include equipment setup and fillet and groove welds with emphasis on application of GMAW and FCAW electrodes on PRICED LOW carbon steel plate. Upon completion, students should be able to VALUE HIGH perform fillet welds on carbon steel with prescribed electrodes in the flat, horizontal, and overhead positions. This class “HE HAS DONE A GREAT prepares students to obtain an ASME (American Society of JOB TO OUR OFFICE, Mechanical Engineers) Welding Certificate (additional fee SO GREAT TO DRIVE required).

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See Website For Vendor TermsShowcases & Conditions! are only $25 & $35 monthly w/10% commission and Booth Space are only $1.00 per sq. ft. monthly w/10% commission

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Give us a call for all your Auction needs 919-663-2034 Mall Auction times & dates are updated weekly our website Other Items May Be Added!

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Earth Visions offers:

Group Exercise Programs Group Outdoor Education

Personal Coaching

Total Body Awareness

Call EARTH VISIONS to Learn More: 622-1844

Movement, Balance and Strength It's more than just Exercise M W F: 6am or 8am T Th 6pm

Earth Visions

5264 York Martin Rd,Liberty earthvisions@rtelco.net Where Fitness, Fun & Fellowship Become One!

COBLES PRESSURE WASHING

Lets Us Get Your House Ready And get your house ready for holidays WE DON'T CUT WOOD ,MOW YARDS, TRIM SHRUBS,PAINT PUT UP FENCES OR ANY THING ELSE..

WE PRESSURE WASH EVERY THING THAT WHY THE CALL US THE CLEANING PRO'S WE ARE THE BEST AROUND BEEN IN BUSINESS 25 YEARS...

FROM FOUNDATIONS TO SHINGLE ROOFS WE DO IT ALL SO GIVE US A CALL FOR ALL YOUR CLEANING NEEDS....

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Shaw Accounting Service

Tax, Bookkeeping, Payroll, General Business Services Shaw Accounting is open to help businesses and individuals with their tax and accounting needs, including payroll, bookkeeping, sales taxes, corporate and individual income taxes.

Monday-Friday from 9-5 .

Other times by appointment.

We look forward to helping you!

Call Beverly at 336-312-8757 Beverly Meredith (CPA,MBA)

Tommy Hyatt (Enrolled Agent ) shawaccounting@yahoo.com

128 W. Swannanoa Avenue P.O. Box 1490 Liberty, NC. 27298

Phone: 336-622-2910 Fax: 866-889-6947

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Make Better Brain Health Your Top New Year’s Resolution for 2019 (StatePoint) Alzheimer’s Disease is expected to impact nearly 14 million Americans by 2050, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. So, as you set your New Year’s resolutions for 2019, consider the following ways to maintain and improve your cognitive function.

Research has shown lifestyle changes like improving diet and exercising regularly have helped drive down death rates from cancer, heart disease and other major diseases. These same lifestyle changes may also reduce or slow your risk of cognitive decline, which is often a precursor to Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Discovering risk factors and preventive strategies for cognitive decline that can cause problems with memory, language, thinking and judgment is a hot topic in Alzheimer’s research, as are multi-faceted lifestyle interventions to slow or prevent dementia. The good news? Many such interventions are things you might already be doing or thinking about doing in the new year, such as eating well, staying physically active and getting good sleep, just to name a few.

“There is increasing evidence to suggest that what is good for the heart is good for our brains,” says Keith Fargo, Ph.D., director of scientific programs and outreach at the Alzheimer’s Association. “Keeping our brains healthy is not something we should worry about only as we get older. It should be a lifelong effort.”

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One easy way to encourage brain health at any age is to stimulate your mind with problem-solving challenges. Working on a jigsaw puzzle, learning a new language and playing strategy games are a few ways to strengthen your memory -- as long as they are new and challenging tasks. Research has also found correlations between higher levels of formal education and a better cognitive reserve -- so sign up for a class in 2019!

Another way to promote brain health is taking care of your mental health.

Managing stress and anxiety is not only important for overall health and wellbeing, but studies have found a link between depression and increased risk of cognitive decline. Take care of yourself and seek medical treatment if you have symptoms.

Being social may also support brain health. That’s right. Add “hang out with friends” and “have fun” to your New Year’s resolutions list. Better yet, take on several of these lifestyle changes for maximum impact. For example, enroll in a dance class with a friend.

Alzheimer’s researchers are now looking into whether a “cocktail” of these interventions can protect cognitive function. The Alzheimer’s Association’s U.S. Study to Protect Brain Health Through Lifestyle Intervention to Reduce Risk (U.S. POINTER) is a two-year clinical trial that hopes to answer this question, and is the first such study to be conducted of a large group of Americans nationwide.

While there’s currently no certain way to prevent Alzheimer’s and other dementias, there is much to be gained by living a healthy lifestyle and adopting brain health habits that you enjoy, so that you stick with them for the long haul.

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Energy Saving Tips For Your Home Using energy wisely can reduce consumption and waste, and save you money on energy bills. Check out these tips and start saving today: Basic Energy-Saving Tips Use a programmable thermostat • Use energy-efficient appliances and • equipment Ensure proper home insulation • Seal leaks and insulate duct work • Change or clean filters regularly • Install low-flow faucets and shower heads • Use approved "wraps" to insulate water • heaters and hot water pipes in unconditioned spaces Replace incandescent bulbs with compact • fluorescent bulbs Turn off lights when leaving the room • Wash clothes on a cold water cycle •

Heating and Cooling Tips Check your furnace air filters every month • Save about $180 a year with a • programmable thermostat that automatically adjusts the temperature for the hours that the house is unoccupied Caulk and weather-strip any doors and • windows that leak air When buying windows, select those with • both low U-values and low solar heat gain co-efficiency ratings (SHGC) to maximize energy benefits Use a ceiling fan in combination with your • air conditioner in the warmer months and heaters in the cold months to help disperse air and circulate heat Water Heaters Wrap older water heaters with approved • insulating jackets Set your water heater thermostat to 120°F • or lower Insulate your hot water pipes leaving • Appliances

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Classes at RCC Offer A Chance To Spark Creativity

Have a New Year’s resolution to spark your creative side?

Starting next month, Randolph Community College is offering classes in drawing, painting, pottery, and line-dancing.

“Basic Fundamentals of Drawing and Cartooning” introduces the basic fundamentals of drawing and creating caricatures and cartoon characters. Students will discover drawing materials, elements of design, basic forms, simple cartoon forms/characters, naturalistic drawing and cartooning, imaginary creature drawing, caricaturing people and animals, the “gag” cartoon, the basics of superheroes and villains, and sequential art..

Instructor Bill Lunsford studied cartooning in New York City and worked alongside well-known talents such as John Buscema and Don Heck, both who worked with Marvel Comics on such titles as “The Avengers,” “Daredevil,” “Ironman,” “Silver Surfer,” and “Conan the Barbarian.” After studying in NYC, Lunsford returned to North Carolina where he spent more than 25 years in advertising as a storyboard artist and illustrator.

The course (#68410) is from 6-8 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 22-Feb. 28 in room 109 of the Design Center on the Asheboro Campus. The cost is $70.

Instructed by professional artist and local historian Henry Bowers, “Painting the Landscape in Oils and Acrylic” will help beginning and intermediate students develop drawing and painting skills in the studio. Classes will include hands-on exercises with lectures in design, color theory, and marketing.

Bowers has been painting for his entire adult life, and has studied with several nationally-recognized painters including Ellena Basa and John Seerey-Lester. His goal is to save the ever-changing historical North Carolina landscape for future generations through his paintings. Bowers was recognized as the 2013 North Carolina Historian of the Year for his efforts in historical preservation.

The class (#68302) meets from 6-8 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 8-Feb. 7 in room 122 of the Administration/Education Center on the Asheboro Campus. The cost is $70.55.

“Pottery I: Basics for Beginners,” which is designed to provide the student with a wellrounded understanding of the pottery-making process from start to finish, will meet from 5:30-9 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 8-May 14. Upon completion of the program (#67684), students will possess a skill set necessary to work successfully in clay. Topics covered include using the wheel, forming, firing, and applying glaze.

“Advanced Pottery” is scheduled for 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 8-May 14. This course (#67683) is designed for individuals who have completed Pottery for Beginners or already have a basic understanding and experience in pottery. The course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to start their own pottery businesses or to work for a pottery business.

Students will work on designing bowls, vases, and lidded jars, and will become more familiar with using the kiln and finishing techniques. Students also will develop and explore their own personal design aesthetic.

“Pottery Studio Lab” will be offered from 5:30-9 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan. 7May 15. This course (#67682) is designed for individuals who have completed Pottery I and/or Advanced Pottery, or are currently taking a pottery class. It will provide students with hands-on instruction that will support and continue to build their skills as potters. Demonstrations will be given to discuss new techniques and to enhance skill building. A special focus will be placed on creative expression and design methods, as well as Raku and gas-fired pottery.

The cost for each pottery class is $255.55, which includes insurance. Classes are at The Pottery Center on the Asheboro Campus at 629 Industrial Park Avenue.

If you are looking for a fun, low-impact exercise activity, “Line Dancing” begins Tuesday, Jan. 8.

Dancing for an hour equals an average of 2,000 steps and 75 calories burned.

In the class (#68456), which meets from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesdays, Jan. 8-Feb. 12, students will get moving to some of today’s biggest music hits and learn to move with confidence and stay fit while having fun.

Students will learn several line dances including “The Wobble” and the “Cupid Shuffle.” This course is for any and all, beginners to advanced dancers.

The class meets in the gymnasium in the J.W. “Willie” Plummer Vocational/Technical Center on the Asheboro Campus. The cost is $30.55.

For more information or to register for any of these classes, call 336-633-0268.

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Rocca's Bakery & Confections, LLC is a local, small batch

bakery and coffee bar that will make your event, holiday and family dinners extra special with our delicious chef-inspired desserts, cakes, pies, pastries, pastas and candies! In addition to our traditional and inspirational desserts, we offer custom designed sculpted and tiered theme cakes with Italian or American Buttercream, scratch-made fondant rolled icings, beautiful piped flowers, sugar art, cupcake towers and a selection of candies for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, kid's parties and corporate events. We will also cater your 'sweets event' to include delivery, set up, service and clean up if desired. Catering orders for dessert parties require advance notice and deposit. **Make your holidays less stressful this year by ordering our pies, cakes, cookies, gingerbread houses and desserts! Pre-order early to reserve your selections!** Restaurants and food service companies receive wholesale pricing on items purchased for resale! Free up your kitchen space & staff by featuring our delicious and unique desserts, pastries and breads at your restaurant! Free local delivery available! Corporate Events - Rocca's Bakery & Confections will make your corporate office parties, meetings and gatherings extra special with pastry/cookie platters, cakes and specialty desserts. Please call for event pricing to include delivery, set up, service and clean up. IN MEMORY OF CHEF DEBRA'S SON WHO WAS A FIREFIGHTER, WE BLESS ALL MILITARY, FIRST RESPONDERS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT WITH A 15% DISCOUNT ON ALL PRODUCTS! Thank you for your service!

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE! Chef Debra @ 336-402-8529

Located At 176 NC Hwy 49 North, Ramseur , NC

Ph 336-795-0054 / Cell 336-404-9791

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Ramseur Community Locally Owned & Operated

LOFLIN FUNERAL HOME 147 Coleridge Rd

Ramseur, NC

Richard Jones

(Phone) 336-824-2386 (Obituary Desk) 336-318-3535 Rock “n” Rhyme @ Story Time with Mother Goose

Thursdays@ 10:30 AM January 3- Hickory Dickory Dock January 10- Old Mother Hubbard January 17- To Market, To Market January 24- I’m a Little Snowman January 31- Penguins, Penguins, Everywhere Ramseur Public Library 1512 Main Street, Ramseur, NC 27316

Bill Craven

Service Since 1904

Ramseur Pharmacy Fast & Friendly Service!

Prescriptions filled in 10 minutes or less

Ph 824-8247

6215-B Highway 64 E , Ramseur Most Insurance Plans Accepted/ Medicare Part D & NC Medicaid

Open M-F 9a-6p Sat 9a-1p Drive - Thru Available

260 Village Lake Rd. • Siler City NC 27344 Contact: Dustin Elledge • 919-742-4052

*** NOW ACCEPTING NEW RESIDENTS *** Ask About Our New Year Special Pricing!

Coventry House your locally owned and operated Assisted Living Community.

NOW SPECIALIZING in the unique needs of persons with Alzheimer’s Disease and related Dementia’s at Coventry House of Siler City, you will find: • FLAT MONTHLY RATES .... no hidden charges or upselling • 24 hour personal care assistance • On Call Physician Services • Professionally directed medication management • Specialized care plans for all residents • Private & companion rooms featuring private bathrooms • In room cable TV, internet access & telephone service • Security systems for resident safety • Specialized activities for assisted living & memory care unit • Three prepared meals per day plus afternoon & evening snacks • Local transportation to shopping & medical appointments • Medicaid, private insurance & private payment accepted

CALL TO ARRANGE YOUR PRIVATE TOUR TODAY!

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Savvy Tips for Spending Wisely (StatePoint) If you are like many people, you may often exceed your budget with the use of credit cards.

While building credit through the use of credit cards is important, the key is making sure you use the right card, are aware of common fraud tactics and have a plan to pay off debt quickly. Here are some helpful tips from The United Services Automobile Association (USAA) to guide you: • Pick the right card. The average American has 2-3 credit cards. Make sure you use those cards that won’t leave you with financial regret afterward. Balance the benefits of reward points, zero percent APRs, or special deals, with the long-term cost of borrowing money. For example, store credit cards give exciting discounts at the time of purchase but often charge higher APRs than a card you already have in your wallet. Take a moment to think about how you will pay after the fun of spending is over, and don’t forget to review the fine print associated with making big purchases.

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• Be smart and safe. If you are shopping online, make sure the website starts with ‘https://’ to ensure it’s a credible site before making a purchase, and be sure to turn off Wi-Fi auto-connect and Bluetooth when you’re out and about.

Connecting to public Wi-Fi is dangerous and less secure than connecting to your mobile network. In addition, think twice before sharing your logon information over the phone or clicking on random links in emails from unknown sources, such as “track your package,” or “free gift card.” Fraudsters often impersonate credible companies to get you to share your logon information or click links.

Now is also a great time to consider changing your account passwords and enrolling in multifactor authentication (MFA) where available. Using MFA, creating unique passwords, responding to fraud alerts and monitoring your accounts are critical steps to help keep safe.

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• Start planning to pay it off now. Be sure to keep track of your spending so there are no surprises down the line.

Decide when you want to have your card paid off, and calculate the best plan of action based on your lifestyle and finances. Utilize your bank and credit card companies’ resources to create a realistic timeline that still allows for your everyday and monthly expenses. Many financial institutions, such as USAA, offer free financial tools to help.

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For more tips and resources to help stay on track, spend responsibly and avoid cybercrime, visit usaa.com.

By approaching spending responsibly, you can build good credit and avoid financial stress.

Merry CHRISTmas From The Liberty Leader Newspaper Ph 336-795-0054 / Cell 336-404-9791

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