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Summer sunflowers captivate vistors at Dix

By Donna King North State Journal RALEIGH — Sunflowers were in peak bloom this weekend as images of them splashed across social media all over the capital city. Five acres of the sunny blooms sprung to life at Dorothea Dix Park this

month drawing hundreds of visitors and photographers every day.

The field of sunflowers was planted by City of Raleigh Public Utilities near the Neuse River Resource Recovery Facility.

According to the city, sunflowers aren’t just a beautiful addition to the city landscape. At the Neu-

se River facility, the nutrient rich byproducts of the treatment plant served as a fertilizer for the blooms and then the crop is harvested and used to produce biodiesel. The City of Raleigh also hosted SunFest 2018 on Saturday with local performers, lawn games and food trucks.

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Netflix topples HBO in Emmy nominations, but ‘Game of Thrones’ still rules Los Angeles HBO’s medieval fantasy series “Game of Thrones” led this year’s nominations for the Emmy Awards that spanned satire to the supernatural, but streaming service Netflix knocked HBO off its 17-year pedestal as the network with the most nods.

A slew of first-time Emmy contenders included Sandra Oh as the first Asian lead comedy actress nominee for her role in quirky spy series “Killing Eve,” and Rachel Brosnahan’s 1950s housewife turned comedian in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.”

Netflix campaigned heavily for the Emmys, the highest honors in television, and says it has budgeted $8 billion for programming in 2018.

master plan to transform Dix Park into a “destination” property. From 1856 to 2012, Dix Hospital was the state’s principal psychiatric hospital. For 150 years prior to 1856, Dix Hill, as it was called, was part of the Hunter family plantation.

After the closure of the facility, the 308-acre site was purchased from the state by the City of Raleigh for $52 million with a plan to repurpose it into one of the largest new urban parks in the United States. The purchase was controversial as the city raised taxes to pay for it, but the Dix Park Conservancy Board says it will be worth See SUNFLOWERS, page A2

Charlotte narrowly approves hosting the Republican National Convention

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Washington, D.C. Facebook, Alphabet and Twitter insisted to a U.S. House panel on Tuesday that the social media companies are not discriminating against content for political reasons. Members of Congress have criticized social media companies for what they claim are politically motivated practices of removing some content. Facebook said earlier this year it had retained former Republican Sen. Jon Kyl to advise the company “on potential bias against conservative voices.”

Facebook’s head of global policy management, Monika Bickert, told the committee it wants to fairly treat all groups, in explaining why it is conducting various audits. The committee held a hearing in April on the same topic after representatives of the companies skipped it.

The sunflower field is the latest attention-getter to help boost the profile of Dix Park into a community gathering spot. In January’s winter snow, the city handed out 500 saucers from an anonymous donor off the back of a golf cart.

Hundreds of Raleigh visitors tackled the sledding slopes at Dix Park with the free saucers.

In the spring, neon artist Nate Sheaffer of Raleigh installed an interactive public art display at the park called “Light the Woods with Sound.” The event also had “playshops” for visitors to meet the artist and experiment with the light technology.

Organizers are working on a

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President Donald Trump and Russia’s President Vladimir Putin talk during the family photo session at the APEC Summit in Danang, Vietnam, on Nov. 11.

Political storm on Putin summit overshadows NATO meetings

By Donna King North State Journal WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump tried on Tuesday to calm a storm of criticism that said he jeopardized U.S. strength in Helsinki, “On the one Finland this week and didn’t hold Russian President hand we want Vladimir Putin accountable for meddling in the 2016 U.S. election. Trump said he misspoke in the constructive joint news conference in Helsinki on Monday. dialogue, but In that press conference, Trump shied away from criticizing the Russian leader for Moscow's actions on the other to undermine the election and cast doubt on U.S. hand we have intelligence agencies, prompting calls by some U.S. to recognize lawmakers for tougher sanctions and other actions Putin for the to punish Russia.

"I said the word 'would' instead of 'wouldn't,'" former KGB Trump told reporters at the White House, more than 24 hours after his appearance with Putin. "The operative sentence should have been, 'I don't see any reason that he is.” why it wouldn't be Russia.'"

Trump’s clarification came in response to criticism from lawmakers, including that of N.C.’s Sen- Sen. Thom Tillis ator Richard Burr.

(R-N.C.) “The Senate Intelligence Committee has reviewed the 2017 I.C. assessment and found no reason to doubt its conclusion that President Putin ordered an influence campaign aimed at the 2016 U.S. See HELSINKI, page A2

The RNC will decide this week which city gets the 2020 event, along with $100 million in expected revenue

By David Larson for the North State Journal CHARLOTTE — On Monday afternoon, Mayor Vi Lyles gathered a special session of the Charlotte City Council to allow community comment, and ultimately an approving vote, on the city hosting the 2020 Republican National Convention. At the time of meeting, around 130 people had signed up to speak and more than 100 of them got the chance to have their voices heard during the more than three-hour meeting.

After the input from the community members, the council members took some time to make comments explaining their positions. Following the discussion, the council voted 6-5 in favor of allowing the city manager to finalize contracts with the RNC to bring the 2020 convention to Charlotte. The majority included both of the council’s Republicans (Tariq Bokhari and Ed Driggs) joined by four of the Democratic members (James Mitchell, Gregory Phipps, Julie Eiselt and Larken Egleston) — with five of the Demo-

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The week before, there had been concern by some council members that if costs for the convention were to exceed the $50 million federal grant the city taxpayers would be responsible for the rest. The city’s initial refusal to reveal details of the contract increased these suspicions.

It was then revealed that the RNC’s host committee would take on any additional costs, removing the risk of Charlotte being left with a bill.

Ajmera asked the city attorney during discussion about concerns on money spent over the federal grant.

City attorney Robert Hagemann responded that, “In every convention previously, the city has managed to stay within the parameters of the grant, number one. Number two, what we spend the money on is a city decision, so we have budgetary control on whether we go over the grant. Three, councilwoman as you just noted, it is our discretion deciding if it goes over 50 [million dollars] what equipment we would want to keep and then pay for, and it’s speculation beyond that.”

Ajmera then pressed him on how See CHARLOTTE, page A2

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RALEIGH — The U.S. Army announced over the weekend that it’s new Futures Command will be headquartered in Austin, Texas, not Raleigh. North Carolina’s capital city had been a close contender for the project with its easy access to the tech industry, cutting-edge university resources and military presence.

Army Futures Command, which began operations at the beginning of July, will lead the Army's future force modernization enterprise. The command is expected to assess the future operational environment, emerging threats and new technologies for soldiers' wartime needs.

"The establishment of the Army Futures Command is the best example of our commitment to the future readiness and lethality of the force," said Secretary of the Army Hon. Mark T. Esper. "Army Futures Command will help fulfill the Army Vision by addressing the key shortcomings of the current acquisition system, providing unity of command, effort and purpose to the entire modernization enterprise."

This new four-star command will bring 500 civilians and uniformed service members to Austin but will work in cooperation with the Army’s other four-star commands — Forces Command (FORSCOM) at Fort Bragg and Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) in Huntsville, Alabama. Futures Command is scheduled to reach full operational capability in summer 2019.

"This is a big year for the Army because we believe that we need to significantly reform the way the Army does research and development, testing and evaluation, procurement and everything else that contributes to the modernization process," said Gen. Mark A. Milley, chief of staff of the Army.

The Army last reorganized com-

CHARLOTTE from page A1 close the city came to spending all of the federal grant money during the 2012 DNC event.

“I don’t have the precise figures, but it’s my understanding that we spent close to the $50 million,” said Hagemann.

The city manager then added that they were able to come in $500,000 under the grant limit. The city was also able to keep about $10 million in law enforcement equipment and other assets that are still in use today.

Aside from fiscal concerns, the major focus of opposition to the RNC being hosted in Charlotte was due to the convention’s likely nominee, President Donald Trump. Speaker after speaker of those opposed made accusations of racism and bigotry toward the president and suggested his presence would legitimize his views and place vulnerable members of

HELSINKI from page A1 elections with the goal of under- “Vladimir Putin is not our mining faith in our democratic friend and never has been. process,” said Sen. Richard Burr (R-N.C.), chair of the Senate Select Nor does he want to be our Committee on Intelligence. “Rus- friend. His regime’s actions sia has conducted a coordinated cyberattack on state election sys- prove it. We must make tems and hacked critical infra- clear that the United States structure. They have used social will not tolerate hostile media to sow chaos and discord in our society. They have beaten and Russian activities against us harassed U.S. diplomats and vi- or our allies.” olated anti-proliferation treaties.

Any statement by Vladimir Putin contrary to these facts is a lie and Sen. Richard Burr (R-N.C.) should be recognized as one by the President.”

The meeting with Putin follows NATO," he tweeted. "NATO was last week’s gathering with fellow weak, but now it is strong again NATO members, where Trump (bad for Russia). The media only pushed them to meet their previ- says I was rude to leaders, never ously agreed-upon NATO spend- mentions the money!"

N.C. Senator Thom Tillis was ing requirements. In 2014, NATO member countries agreed to spend in Brussels for the NATO summit 2 percent of their gross domestic as chair of the new Senate NATO product on defense by 2024, but Observer Group.

“The president does deserve only four of the alliance’s 29 countries, the U.S. among them, have high marks for making progress already met that target. NATO there, particularly with developed has said 15 are on pace to reach countries, like Germany, with a thriving economy,” said Tillis. the goal.

"I had a great meeting with “They should pay their fair share."

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U.S. and Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers chat with each other at a post in Deh Bala district, Nangarhar province, Afghanistan, on July 7.

“We are always in the final four… You have to give North Carolina State credit. They come up number one world wide in recruiting companies to this area, simply because of the technology talent that they are producing.”

John Skvarla, former N.C. Commerce Secretary mands in 1973 when it created FORSCOM and TRADOC. The Army said it picked Austin and the University of Texas because of access to technology and a low cost of living for employees.

“The state’s (Texas) been very generous,” Lt. General Eric Wesley, integration management officer for the command told the Austin Chamber of Commerce in a

the community in danger.

Common themes were the Keith Lamont Scott shooting, which brought riots to Charlotte, “family separation” at the border and white supremacy. Those speaking in favor of bringing the convention to Charlotte countered with calls to extend their progressive values of inclusivity and acceptance to Republicans as well.

Discussion among council members followed similar lines.

“I’d no sooner bring Donald Trump and the RNC to Charlotte … where my wife and I are raising our black son, any sooner than I would support a Klan rally in this city,” said Harlow.

“I don’t see him as a Republican. I see him as a human avatar of white supremacy,” said Winston, another Democratic councilman.

After reading quotes from Trump’s rallies where she believes he encouraged violence (and say-

But instead the press conference with Putin dominated conversation on Tuesday as critics blasted the president saying he didn’t publicly hold Russia accountable for meddling in the 2016 U.S. election. Some lawmakers threatened action in Congress to punish Moscow and show support for American intelligence agencies.

"The president needs to understand he has damaged U.S. foreign policy," Representative Mike Turner, a Republican on the House Intelligence Committee, told CNN. "He’s given them a pass and is certainly not holding them accountable for what they’re doing."

Republican Ben Sasse, Republican Pat Toomey, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and Mark Warner, the senior Democrat on the Senate intelligence panel, have backed more sanctions on Russia, but it was unclear whether Senate or House leaders would support such a move or how new sanctions might be crafted.

House Speaker Paul Ryan, calling Russia's government "menacing," said he was willing to consider additional sanctions on Russia and reiterated his support for U.S. intelligence community findings

public meeting. “The UT system’s been very cooperative in trying to offer things that will enable us. But we’re still working through it. The ink’s not dry, so we’ll find out how that works out.”

North Carolina had reportedly offered the Army free space at NCSU’s Centennial Campus for the command.

“I’m disappointed that North Carolina’s Research Triangle will not be home to the Army Futures Command (AFC),” said Rep. David Price (D-N.C.) “As North Carolina’s 4th District representative, I am extremely proud to serve a community with exceptional academia and research, skilled workers, high quality of life and a dynamic economy. North Carolina is a growing hub of technological innovation as well as the home to the Army Research Office and one of the largest military populations in the country. I thank my colleagues in the North Carolina delegation for their support in making the case for AFC’s placement in Raleigh, and I

“This contract is at least as strong in all aspects, and in many areas stronger, than the contract in 2012.”

City attorney Robert Hagemann when asked to compare Charlotte’s 2020 RNC contract with that of the 2012 DNC ing she refused to use the words “president” and “Trump” side by side), Mayfield said any economic gains from this convention would only be “blood money.”

Both community members and council members opposed to bringing the convention repeated the point that no other city in the country wanted the event because of the trouble it would bring.

that Russia interfered in the 2016 election.

Congress nearly unanimously passed a sanctions law last year targeting Moscow for election meddling and for its actions in Ukraine and Syria. In April, that law led the U.S. Treasury to impose major sanctions on Russian officials and oligarchs, in one of Washington's most aggressive moves to punish Moscow.

U.S. intelligence agencies concluded last year that the Russian government interfered in the 2016 election campaign and sought to tilt the vote in Trump's favor, something Moscow has long denied.

Not all Republicans were angry with the president's conduct in Helsinki. "The president did a good thing by meeting with Putin," Senator Rand Paul told CBS' "This Morning" program, comments that won him public thanks from Trump on Twitter.

“We need to balance between constructive dialogue with Russia while recognizing that NATO allies are the people we mutually agree will help us defend against any threat from Russia,” said Tillis.

will continue to advocate for robust federal investment in our state as North Carolina’s sole appropriator.”

Wesley said they were looking to locate the new command in a city like Raleigh, Austin or other technology cities because future threats could come from anywhere, and training on a more remote military base would not prepare the Army.

“You need to be smashing into young kids with laptops who are hanging out at Starbucks,” said Wesley. “You can’t be doing that by staying at a military installation behind your walls and security barriers; you need to smash into them.”

According to under secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy, Texas offered incentives for the new command, but he declined to release the details.

North Carolina economic developers are waiting for two more announcements that are due to come this year. Amazon and Apple both have the Triangle area on their short lists for headquarters.

“There’s a fool in every room, and if you can’t see him, it’s probably you,” said Harlow, referring to this point.

Bokhari called this this an unfounded claim, saying, “That’s an absolutely false narrative that no other cities wanted this.”

Bokhari described it as a confidential process that had many initial contenders and after the more serious bids were selected, there were still seven cities in the running.

“Seven cities wanted this. They absolutely wanted it,” Bokhari said. “And it was narrowed down to five, and then four, and then two [Las Vegas and Charlotte].

And at the altar, we can say it’s just us or Vegas, but that’s absolutely a false narrative. “ The RNC will meet this week in Austin, Texas and are expected to vote early Wednesday to choose the 2020 host city, with Charlotte the favorite to be selected.

SUNFLOWERS from page A1 it. They hired the landscape architecture firm Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates to develop a $3 million master plan, with input from the community in five meetings. The firm also created the Brooklyn Bridge Park waterfront in New York.

“Transforming the site from a hospital campus to a welcoming, public space is a unique opportunity and we’re excited to hear everyone’s ideas.” said Kate Pearce, City of Raleigh senior planner for Dorothea Dix Park.

The third of the five meetings was held in June, and the master plan is expected to be released this fall.

It is likely the plan would take decades to complete in multiple phases. The park is bordered by NC State’s Centennial Campus and the State Farmers Market, with transportation and parking a big topic of discussion. Also on the table are a music venue and possibly a small hotel. Currently the state’s Department of Health and Human Services is expected to lease the buildings on the property for another seven years to house its 2,000 employees.

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A partially assembled 2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicle moves down the assembly line at General Motors Orion Assembly in Lake Orion, Michigan.

U.S. industrial production increased in June, boosted by a sharp rebound in manufacturing, the latest sign of robust economic growth in the second quarter.

Industrial production increased at a 6.0 percent annualized rate in the second quarter, faster than the 2.4 percent pace logged in the January-March period.

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The North Carolina Economic Development Association has recognized Norris Tolson with its Economic Developer of the Year Award. The award acknowledges Tolson’s accomplishments as president and CEO of the Carolinas Gateway Partnership, which provides economic development services and leadership to Nash and Edgecombe counties. The honor was presented to Tolson at NCEDA’s Annual Conference last month in Wrightsville Beach.

In December 2017, Edgecombe County officials joined with executives of Corning Inc. in announcing the company’s intention to invest $86 million in a state-of-the-art distribution center there that will employ 111 workers. Less than a week later, Tolson and other economic development leaders welcomed the news by Triangle Tyre – one of China’s largest tire makers – that it would bring 800 jobs and $580 million in capital investment in the company’s first manufacturing facility outside of China. “In 2017, Norris provided an example of how working globally – in this case, getting to know everything there was to know about a company literally on the other side of the world – and by thinking with a global mindset, communities like Edgecombe County can flourish,” said Mark Pope, president of NCEDA. NCEDA is composed of professional economic developers at the state, regional and local levels, as well as their public and private partners and allies. They provide professional education, legislative advocacy, networking opportunities, news and information, and other services.

Area teens build leadership skills, gain work experience Bank of America’s Student Leaders program connects community-minded teens to nonprofit internships and leadership development opportunities

By Emily Roberson North State Journal RALEIGH — Bank of America has announced that four rising high school seniors from the Triangle community have been selected as Student Leaders (#BofAStudentLeaders). This philanthropic program offers young people who are passionate about improving the community an opportunity to build workforce and leadership skills through a paid summer nonprofit internship and participation in a national leadership summit in Washington, D.C. Today, approximately 8.7 percent of young people ages 16 to 24 are unemployed, and the rate is often in the double digits for African-American and Hispanic youth from underserved communities.

Paid youth employment programs are on the rise, often with the mission connecting young adults to education, training and the job market.

The Student Leaders program is designed to help young people gain work experience, broaden their perspective on how nonprofits achieve their mission, and advance their civic engagement, while also developing better money habits by working with bank volunteers to increase their financial management skills, from building a budget to creating a savings plan.

Students have recently returned from a leadership summit in Washington, D.C. where they joined 225 other young people from across the country to build advocacy and inclusive leadership skills and develop a peer network

that can advance their future career success and contribute to economic progress in the Triangle. In addition to discussing civil rights and the value of cross-sector partnerships, they met with members of Congress and participated in a service learning project at the American Red Cross.

“We recognize that connecting young people to meaningful early employment can help them chart a path for career success and advance the long-term success of our community,” said Kari Stoltz, Triangle market president, Bank of America. “The Student Leaders program offers youth in the Triangle a unique opportunity to build their resume while also learning more about how to shape positive community change that will result in a more sustainable community for us all.”

The Triangle Student Leaders are: • Olivia Andrews, a Cary resident and rising senior at Green Hope High School • Kaitlyn Gosline, a Holly Springs resident and rising senior at Wake STEM Early College High School • Mohammed Guerrab, a Raleigh resident and rising senior at Wake STEM Early College High School • Malik McFadden, a Raleigh resident and rising senior at Enloe High School The YMCA of the Triangle is a nonprofit that has served Raleigh, Durham, Cary and the broader region for 160 years through its 15 facilities and 3 overnight camps.

In 2017, the YMCA of the Triangle served more than 180,000 children, teens and adults and its Annual Campaign raised more than $7.9 million to help people in need.

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“We recognize that connecting young people to meaningful early employment can help them chart a path for career success and advance the long-term success of our community.”

Kari Stoltz, Triangle market president, Bank of America said Doug McMillan, CEO, YMCA of the Triangle. “We are excited to have these five students at the YMCA this summer, furthering our impact in the local community and bringing new perspectives and ideas to our work.”

To date, there have been 9 student alumni from the Triangle and more than 3,000 Student Leaders across the country who have gained leadership skills and workforce experience through the program, established in the Triangle in 2016.

This summer, as part of a threeyear, $40 million commitment to connect youth and young adults to skills, training and jobs, Bank of America is investing more than $3.6 million in funding to support 2,300 summer jobs for teens across the country, with a particular focus on young people from low-income families.

The bank is also partnering with Raleigh Mayor Nancy McFarlane to fund paid summer internships for local teens through the Partnership Raleigh program.

Eleven young people from lowand moderate-income families will be provided paid internships in local Bank of America financial centers, where they will have the opportunity to develop skills and build their resume while earning a paycheck.

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A Summer Festival 34 Years In The Making There are summer festivals.

And then there is the Appalachian Summer Festival held in Boone, North Carolina. An annual celebration that has been redefining what a summer festival can be for 34 years with its return this July 1-August 4. A feast for the senses for anyone who loves the performing arts, this year’s festival is sure to be a crowd pleaser for attendees of all ages.

What began in 1984 as a quiet and unassuming chamber music concert series has since blossomed into an entertainment juggernaut that attracts thousands of lovers of the arts from around the country. And its been widely recognized as one of the top summer attractions in the nation by many prestigious arts-focused organizations and publications.

Including its selection as one of the “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” by the Southeast Tourism Society and the high praise it has received from The New York Times in its “Summer Stages” issue, which lists the nation’s most prominent and interesting summer arts festivals.

Festival highlights this summer include performances by Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth, contemporary dance troupe BODYTRAFFIC and the North Carolina Black Repertory Company. For more information, visit www.appsummer.org or call the box office at 800-841-2787 or 828-262-4046.

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By Julia Cohen The Daily Caller RALEIGH — Six Republican campaign volunteers say they were kicked out of an Uber on Saturday in Raleigh as their driver told them “welcome to the resistance.”

The six volunteers were told halfway to their destination to exit the vehicle at a gas station because the driver “had the right to deny us service,” Mary Russell, one of the riders in the Uber told The Daily Caller News Foundation.

They were volunteering for the campaigns of Congressman Mark Meadows, George Holding and Mark Walker, as well as N.C. Lt. Governor Dan Forest, N.C. State Republican Rep. Chris Malone and Mark Harris, a candidate for the House of Representatives.

“It was clear based on our mild conservative political talk that the driver realized we were Republicans,” Russell, who was the rider who ordered the Uber, told The DCNF. After the incident, she received a message from Uber saying that she was inappropriate towards her driver.

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in the early termination of a ride,” Russell said. “This type of discrimination against politically oriented conservatives should be against the policy of Uber.” Russell said the group then requested another ride and experienced no problems with that driver.

Chris Godbey, another one of the riders, also felt the group was unfairly treated.

“For an individual to blatantly target Young Republicans for their political outlook is an assault on the freedoms guaranteed by the First Amendment. While business owners should have the freedom to provide the service as the see fit, once a contract has been entered, breaking that contract is inappropriate and to do so based on discrimination for political beliefs is unlawful,” he told The DCNF “As a loyal and longstanding Uber customer and a proud conservative working to make this country a better place for everyone, this is unacceptable, and I will consider other ride sharing apps in the future if this is not addressed,” Russell said.

“We expect all riders and drivers to treat each other with respect, and we’re looking into this situation,” an Uber spokesperson said on Sunday.

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A $4.5 million expansion project that Cherokee County would add 1,000 feet to the runway A 30-year-old inmate at the Cherokee Y: 59.4 at the Macon County Airport hit a County jail died just hours after being snag after missing work from the last arrested and booked last Wednesday. expansion was discovered. The runway K: Police6 responded to a call of a man acting irrationally and took Joshua Shane Long of Georgia into custody, booking him on charges of possession of a controlled substance and resisting arrest. Six hours later, he was found unresponsive in his cell. He was transported by Life Flight to a hospital in Tennessee where he was pronounced dead. The State Bureau of Investigation is investigating.

expansion in 2011 was supposed to include an archeological study that would document and catalog any Cherokee artifacts uncovered during the work. That work must be completed before the new expansion can begin.

It’s expected to be completed within 18 months and cost $193,000.

Woman’s car trapped in damaged repair shop for two weeks

Clay County First responders from Clay and Macon counties were given a demo of new drone technology that could help them respond to emergencies in the future. Hayesville company Oasis demonstrated its Hoverfly tethered drone in a presentation at Lake Chatuge. The drone can carry equipment such as infrared cameras and facial recognition devices to give a detailed overhead look at accident scenes and large fires.

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The firefighters took cover in their truck until Alexander County Sheriff’s deputies arrived. Michael Douglas Porter, 54, was arrested and charged with felony assault.

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extremely cold case in Hillsborough.

The new show “The Long Dance” will look into the double murder of 19-yearold Jesse McBane and his 20-yearold fiancee Patricia Mann. The crime was committed in February 1971.

McBane was an NC State student, and Mann was a nursing student at Watts Hospital in Durham. They went missing after a Valentine’s dance at the hospital, and their bodies were recovered two weeks later.

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Haywood County A Ford pickup truck crashed into the front of Main Street Automotive in Waynesville two weeks ago, damaging the front of the building and leaving Angie Benge without a ride. Her Lincoln Town Car was at the auto shop for some front end work and was on a lift, 10 feet up, when the crash occurred. It’s still there, on the lift, while insurance companies work out the details of the crash.

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WFU Chancellor is highest paid private university leader in the U.S. Forsyth County Wake Forest University Chancellor Nathan Hatch tops the list of highest paid private university leaders in the country, earning more than $4 million annually, according to an analysis published by the Chronicle of Higher Education. The report also found that NCSU’s Chancellor Randy Woodson was the highest paid among N.C. public institutions, nineteenth in the nation, with a $826,136 salary. UNC System President Margaret Spelling was the highest paid of public systems leaders in N.C. and the thirteenth highest paid in the country, at an annual salary of $977,077.

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Artist finds use for coal ash Stokes County Coal ash is best known as a pollutant after Duke Energy spilled thousands of tons into the Dan River in 2014. A mixed media artist in Walnut Cove is finding a new use for it, however.

Caroline Armijo is doing her part to help clean up the coal ash by using it to create sculptures. She will create large statues, made of woven strips of coal ash in a mold, which will be displayed in parks in the area.

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Ten volunteer firefighters with the Fairmont Rural Fire Department and Orrum Fire Department were arrested last week and charged with arson.

Over the last two years, the group has conspired to set fires in abandoned buildings and the woods. Investigators from the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office said there are about 90 arsonrelated charges pending, with more expected. More arrests may also be forthcoming.

mosquito treatments in Jacksonville after the insects caused the death of a 13-year-old horse recently. The horse died from Eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE. The disease is passed by mosquitoes. It’s the first reported death of a horse from EEE in the state this year. The horse did not live near the city, but officials are being cautious.

They will use mobile units to spray from 4 p.m. to dusk.

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Three rabies cases in two weeks have animal services concerned Duplin County A raccoon in Calypso tested positive for rabies, the third animal found to be infected with the disease in the last two weeks. Earlier in the week, another rabid raccoon was found elsewhere Duplin County. Last week, a 6-year-old girl playing in her yard was attacked by a gray fox. The animal was sent to the state lab for testing, which came back positive.

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By NSJ Staff RALEIGH — State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA has recommended to the State Health Plan Board of Trustees that all premiums under the State Health Plan be frozen for 2019.

The State Health Plan, a division of the N.C. Department of State Treasurer, provides health care coverage to more than 720,000 teachers, current and former lawmakers, state university and community college personnel and their dependents, including non-Medicare and Medicare retirees.

“I've been able to make this recommendation because we've been using our ‘largeness’ to hold down medical and pharmacy costs for teachers, law enforcement and other hard-working state and

Tom Ellis leaves a legacy in conservative politics

Woman hit, killed by train Johnston County A Johnston County woman was killed by a train over the weekend when her wheelchair got stuck on train tracks. Investigators say the accident happened just after midnight Friday near Kenly, when the 40-year-old woman was hit by a northbound CSX freight train traveling from Florence, S.C., to Richmond, Va. Her name has not been released pending notification of her family.

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local employees and retirees,” said Folwell. “The freeze is both my recommendation and staff's. The final decision will ultimately be with the board.”

The recommended freeze for 2019 comes at a time when the Congressional Budget Office is predicting that the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, premiums will increase by as much as 15 percent next year. In addition, medical and pharmaceutical costs are expected to increase on average of about 7 percent during 2019.

During 2017, the state spent more than $3.2 billion to provide medical and pharmaceutical benefits to eligible state and local public employees. Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina administers the plan, but claims are paid directly by the state using taxpayer funds.

By NSJ Staff RALEIGH — The Republican political mind behind Jesse Helms and Ronald Reagan was laid to rest on Monday in Raleigh. Tom Ellis, widely considered a pioneer of conservative political campaigning, died last week.

Ellis, 97, changed the game of running a political campaign in the United States, bringing the strategy of direct mail into the game. He is credited with helping shape the campaigns of numerous Republican candidates over the years, in-

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cluding Senator Jesse Helms, in which he served as Helms’ key strategist for nearly 50 years. He also led a N.C.-based rescue effort of the 1976 presidential primary campaign of then-California governor Ronald Reagan. Reagan won the N.C. primary that year, capturing the attention of the national party. With Ellis’ help, Reagan went on to win the Republican nomination and the presidency in 1980.

Ellis graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and earned his juris doctorate from the University of Virginia School of Law.

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EDITORIAL | NEAL ROBBINS

Trump’s straightforward approach is his appeal

Trump should be aware that oversimplifying has consequences as well. The American public is not stupid and we can look beyond false dichotomies.

THE COMPLEXITY of allegations against President Donald Trump continue to grow and Trump’s political and policy moves have remained remarkably simple. That simplicity was likely a key to Trump’s victory over Hillary Clinton in 2016 and to his success so far as president.

As Democrats weave a complicated narrative on alleged Russia-Trump collusion, Trump has followed a well-worn military and business mantra — keep it simple, stupid. This strategy, much like Bill Clinton’s “the economy, stupid,” has resonated.

Simplicity is the art of business and the military, and Trump has brought that to the Oval Office. When the president has attacked a problem — in any forum — his distillation of the situation to a simple problem with a simple solution has resonated. If you want to stop immigration, build a wall. If you want to grow the economy, cut taxes. If you want fair trade, tariffs should be the same on both sides or not exist. If you want to push back on chemical weapons attacks, bomb the places where they make and deploy such weapons.

I understand that all of these issues are comprised of many more moving parts than a single “if, then” logic statement. But, a watch is made up of many parts and its primary output is still the time of day.

For many on the conservative side of the aisle, a vote for Trump in 2016 was born of one simple question: Who do you want picking Justice Antonin Scalia’s replacement? Justice Neil Gorsuch is still Trump’s biggest domestic accomplishment.

The president’s penchant to simplify groups

and people into distilled versions of their most obvious traits or failures has probably been less effective than his policy points. Nicknames, fake news and personal attacks might be part of Trump’s goal of keeping adversaries on their toes. But those deployments have definitely hardened some who find harsh politics distasteful and provide ammunition to the isolated Never Trumpers. Trump should be aware that oversimplifying has consequences as well. The American public is not stupid, and we can look beyond false dichotomies.

The keep it simple plan was on display again last week as Trump visited with our NATO allies in Brussels where he distilled the summit into one simple demand: NATO allies must pay for more of the costs of the alliance. Trump’s premise is that NATO members have pledged to spend 2 percent of their nation’s gross domestic product on NATO, and they should honor that commitment.

Everyday Americans, who might not follow the minutiae of global alliances and international affairs, can easily follow Trump’s reasoning. In our everyday lives, honoring commitments is a critical societal norm. Trump applies that common value to the world stage. In doing so, even The New York Times admitted in a board editorial that “Trump got from NATO everything Obama ever asked for.” Obama notably stated in 2008 that he would sit down — without preconditions — with the leaders of Iran, Syria, Venezuela, Cuba and North Korea.

Then candidate Obama said, “the notion that somehow not talking to countries is punishment to them — which has been the guiding diplomatic principle of this administration — is

ridiculous.”

Speaking of the world stage, Trump broke through the complexity of the world political chessboard and again turned it into a checkerboard by holding a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki on Monday. As the media and the left spun out of control over Trump’s willingness to meet with Putin — just as they did when he met with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un — Trump was again using a simple strategy that each one of us rely on to resolve conflict: communication.

Whether Trump will achieve major success with North Korea or Russia on big issues like nuclear proliferation, Syria, Crimea and energy production is yet to be seen. But meeting with an adversary — whether you call the person a foe, competitor, enemy, etc. — is a move that seems reasonable to reasonable people.

Whether Trump is purposefully keeping it simple or just keeping it real in a world where only simple statements will fit in a tweet is unimportant. The fact remains that straightforward plans that make sense to voters and deliver results is a winning political formula.

Neal Robbins is the publisher of the North State Journal.

EDITORIAL | FRANK HILL

A Socialist restaurant in Maine

But I thought socialists thought everyone should be treated the same. Your burger should cost the same as a Big Mac, yes?

WHILE IN MAINE recently, we marveled at the beauty of the coastline, the bustling small towns and harbors, and the majesty of Acadia National Park.

We also saw tons of portraits and lithographs of Civil War general and former Presideny Ulysses S. Grant and his family on walls of shops and homes. Second was President Abraham Lincoln.

It was Maine. Not the South.

We went to a highly recommended restaurant that featured organic, locally sourced vegetables; fresh caught fish right from the dock boat and “the best hamburger ever made” because of the high-quality meat served under summer tomatoes and lettuce.

Maybe it was a play on being the “social” place to go in town, but staff prominently displayed black T-shirts that read: “The ‘social-(ist)’ place to be in town.”

After being talked out of asking a lot of questions, an internal discussion took place in my head with the waitress that went something like this: “Soooo, is this really a ‘socialist’ restaurant?”

“Well, it is Maine. We love Bernie and Elizabeth and now Alexandria, ya know.”

“OK, then. I’ll have this great burger everyone is talking about. Socialists want free college education and health care for everyone, so I assume it is free as well, yes?”

“It is $17.99, sir.”

“Wow. I can get a Big Mac for $3.99. Why

doesn’t your burger cost the same as a Big Mac?” “Ours is better sir. Better ingredients, more healthy for you. The beef comes from cattle that are fed the highest-quality grass and heirloom corn their entire lives.”

“But I thought socialists thought everyone should be treated the same. Your burger should cost the same as a Big Mac, yes?”

“Can I get you a drink, sir?

“Are you paid the same as the person who owns this place? Does the proletariat staff share the profits equally on a pro-rata basis?”

“We work for the owner. She is a wellrespected and award-winning chef here in Mid Coast Maine.”

“So I guess she took all the risks in buying this place, borrowing money, putting in new ovens and equipment and hiring the staff and filing the tax forms and got all the licenses needed to run a restaurant?”

‘Well, yes, I guess she did.”

“At $17.99 a burger, y’all must be making a lot of profit, yes?”

“I guess so. I just started work here a coupla months ago.”

“Even though you have no money in this business, do you get an equal share of the profits? Do you get to go to the same place as the owner does in the winter when it gets brutally cold up here?”

“I think I heard she has a place in Turks and Caicos or somewhere like that.”

“If this place goes bust because someone gets

salmonella poisoning from some organic lettuce that has not been properly cleaned before serving, will the banks that lent the money to start the business just write off the debt and forgive the debt entirely without taking any action to recover their money by putting liens on the owner’s home or other assets?”

“I really don’t know, sir.”

“Should I tip you or not? I mean, after all, why should I reward any excellence on your part if it will be seen as ‘unfair’ to any of your colleagues?”

“I really don’t know what you are talking about, mister.”

‘This really isn’t a ‘socialist’ restaurant then, is it, ma’am? Socialism draws its energy from capitalism. A risk-taking entrepreneur with vision and talent starts a business to make profits to pay the bills and survive. No profits; no way to pay your wages, therefore, no job for you and no money for anyone else through social programs.”

“I guess so. I just work here, ya know”.

“Y’all Mainers know Grant and Lincoln were Republicans, don’t you?”

“Thanks for coming, sir. Have a nice trip.”

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COLUMN | SUSAN ESTRICH

WALTER E. WILLIAMS

Our rules of the game: U.S. Constitution

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Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh meets with Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) at his office in the Russell Senate Office Building in Washington.

This is what happens when you lose an election

Why didn’t all the people who are upset now see it then, before the election?

THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS when you lose an election. You get Justice Neil Gorsuch instead of the wonderful Merrick Garland, who President Barack Obama nominated before Democrats lost in 2016.

And you get Judge Brett Kavanaugh, who is not on any Democrat’s list.

This court will shape my children’s lives. The alternative — a Supreme Court shaped by Hillary Clinton — would have been so different. Why didn’t all the people who are upset now see it then, before the election?

Every four years, Democrats try to get voters to focus on the Supreme Court as a voting issue.

We’ve had old justices on the verge of retirement for decades, and Roe v. Wade has been hanging by a thread since it was decided. And yet those two facts combined have rarely produced votes for the Democrats, even though the polls show that the country does not want to turn back the clock by overturning Roe. The reason for this political failure — and it is that — is largely our own successes. Roe has not been overruled. It has just been nitpicked half to death, and the half has been disproportionately borne by the disenfranchised.

No, the Supreme Court has not overruled Roe. But it has upheld state regulations — requiring abortions to be performed in hospitals, limiting which health care providers can perform them — that make abortion more expensive and less accessible for those who are most vulnerable: for poor women (no funding even if the procedure is medically necessary); for young women (who may need to get parental consent or a court order); for any woman who cannot afford to take two days off work or travel great distances or pay double.

For these women, Roe v. Wade is an elusive promise. Too bad so many of them don’t vote, and those who do tend to live in very red states.

And I won’t say that it is too bad that we have eased access for the majority who do vote, including educated women in more urban areas and even underage college students. That is a great triumph. But it has forestalled a revolution that seems long overdue.

When I tell my students my stories about lying to doctors, about buses to New York, about

contraception being illegal, they think I am even older than I am. Then I give them articles about drugstores that won’t dispense medicines that will induce a miscarriage, and they have to decide if it could happen to them.

Ideally, the confirmation hearings will be for them. Ideally, the hearings are the opportunity for the Democrats to make clear the consequence of the choices we make at the ballot box for our liberty and freedom.

I say ideally because the last nominee to tell it like it is, in terms of his beliefs, was Judge Robert Bork. The result was that he was not confirmed.

There are countless decisions that might have come out differently if he had been.

Since Bork was, as his supporters decry, “borked” by ideological opposition (and by his own insistence on actually answering the questions), nominees have learned the BS — hold on now!

— of balls and strikes. That’s what we do, one nominee after another will say, we call the balls and strikes. We don’t make the law; we don’t throw the pitch; we don’t play on one team or another.

We’re the umps.

And I’m the queen of England.

No sophisticated student of the law on either side of the ideological spectrum actually believes that. It is precisely because the Constitution is a “living” document (a nice way of saying an evolving one), and because the life of the law, as Oliver Wendell Holmes said, is not logic but experience, that we fight about nominees.

That doesn’t mean that every decision a court makes is a political exercise. That is a mistake law students, eyes suddenly open to the subjectivity of law, sometimes make. Lots of cases are utterly predictable and nonpolitical, application of settled law and policy. But those cases almost never get to the Supreme Court.

It is still possible that a justice will surprise us, like we were surprised by former Klansman Hugo Black, who turned out to be the voice of civil liberties; or Republican appointee John Paul Stevens, who was opposed by NOW but turned out to be an outspoken voice for equality and inclusion.

But that is not what the people who selected Judge Kavanaugh are counting on. Nor should those who oppose him.

NUMBER OF THE DAY | SCOTT RASMUSSEN

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72% of adults are very proud to be an American.

SEVENTY-TWO PERCENT (72%) of the nation’s adults are very proud to be an American. That’s down from 81% in the summer of 2016 and an alltime high of 92% in September 2002.

The latest figure includes 47% who are extremely proud to be an American. That’s down five points since the election of President Donald Trump.

However, the numbers suggest that this is part of a longer-term trend rather than a reaction to the election results.

The number of those extremely proud to be an American peaked at 70% in 2003 (less than two years after the 9/11 terrorist attacks). It fell to 58% by the end of President George W. Bush’s time in office.

That was fairly close to the 55% total measured

before the 9/11 attacks. During President Barack Obama’s tenure, the number of those extremely proud to be an American fell another six percentage points to 52%.

Not surprisingly, with a Republican in the White House, Democrats are less enthusiastic. Gallup reports that 32% of Democrats are extremely proud.

That’s down from 43% in 2017 and 56% in 2013.

According to Gallup, “The decline preceded the election of Donald Trump but has accelerated in the past year.”

Scott Rasmussen’s Number of the Day explores interesting and newsworthy topics at the intersection of culture, politics and technology for Ballotpedia.

JUSTICE Anthony Kennedy’s retirement, leading to President Donald Trump’s nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, has thrown progressives, the Democratic Party and the news media into an out-and-out tizzy. The online magazine Slate declared, “Anthony Kennedy Just Destroyed His Legacy as a Gay Rights Hero.”

The New York Times’ editorial board said about a second Trump court appointment, “It is a dark moment in the history of the court and the nation, and it’s about to get a lot darker.”

It’s indeed a “dark moment” for those who’ve for decades used the courts to accomplish what would have been impossible through federal and state legislatures — such as same-sex marriage, abortion and preferences with regard to race and sex. With this Supreme Court pick — and possibly another during his term — President Trump can return us to the Framers’ vision of the judiciary — a vision that’s held in contempt by many liberals and conservatives.

The U.S. Constitution represents our “rules of the game.” Supreme Court justices should be seen as umpires or referees, whose job is to enforce neutral rules. I’ll give a somewhat trivial example of neutral rules from my youth; let’s call it Mom’s Rule. On occasion, my sister and I would have lunch in my mother’s absence. She’d ask either me or my younger sister to divide a last piece of cake or pie. More often than not, an argument would ensue about the fairness of the cut. Those arguments ended when Mom came up with a rule: Whoever cuts the cake lets the other take the first piece. As if by magic or divine intervention, fairness emerged, and arguments ended. No matter who did the cutting, there was an even division.

That’s the kind of rule we need for our

We should demand that Supreme Court justices act as referees and enforce the U.S. Constitution. If they don’t and play favorites with different groups of Americans, as we’ve seen, the potential for conflict among the American people is enhanced.

society — the kind whereby you’d be OK even if your worst enemy were in charge.

By creating and enforcing neutral rules, we minimize conflict. Consider one area of ruthless competition where that’s demonstrated — sports. The 52nd Super Bowl featured the Philadelphia Eagles and the New England Patriots. A lot was at stake.

Each player on the winning team would earn $112,000; losers would get half that. Plus, each winner would get a Super Bowl ring that might cost as much as $40,000.

Despite a bitterly fought contest and all that was at stake, the game ended peaceably, and winners and losers were civil to one another. How is it that players with conflicting interests can play a game, agree with the outcome and walk away as good sports? It’s a miracle of sorts. That “miracle” is that it is far easier to reach agreement about the game’s rules than the game’s outcome. The rules are known and durable. The referee’s only job is evenhanded enforcement of those rules.

Suppose football’s rules were “living” and the referee and other officials played a role in determining them. The officials could adjust the applications of the rules. Suppose the officials were more interested in the pursuit of what they saw as football justice than they were in the unbiased enforcement of neutral rules. In the case of Super Bowl LII, officials might have considered it unfair that the Eagles had never won a Super Bowl and the Patriots had won five. If officials could determine game rules, team owners, instead of trying to raise team productivity, would spend resources lobbying or bribing officials. The returns from raising team productivity would be reduced. Also, I doubt that the games would end amicably. The players probably wouldn’t walk off the field peaceably, shaking hands and sharing hugs, as they do now.

We should demand that Supreme Court justices act as referees and enforce the U.S. Constitution. If they don’t and play favorites with different groups of Americans, as we’ve seen, the potential for conflict among the American people is enhanced. Who is appointed to the high court becomes the all-consuming issue. The question is not whether a justice would uphold and defend the Constitution but whether he would rig the game to benefit one American or another.

Walter E. Williams is a professor of economics at George Mason University.

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Nation & WORLD

Macron starts 'new phase' with unions after fastand-furious first year

U.S. lawmakers urge Google, Facebook to resist Vietnam cybersecurity law

After reprieve, Britain's May faces Brexit battle in parliament on trade

Thailand's rescued cave boys to address media on Wednesday

Israel warns Syrians away from frontier as Assad closes in

Paris French President Emmanuel Macron told unions and bosses on Tuesday his second year in power would be a "new phase" in his presidency during which he would consult them more after largely ignoring them in his first year, an employers group said.

“The president said: ‘In the first year of my presidency, I had to unblock certain situations. I went fast, that was my decision and I don't apologize for it,’” Francois Asselin, the head of the CPME small companies group told reporters after meeting Macron at the Elysee palace.

Washington, D.C. Seventeen U.S. lawmakers have urged the CEOs of Facebook and Google to resist changes stipulated by a new cybersecurity law in Vietnam, which critics say gives the Communist-ruled state more power to crackdown on dissent. The law, which was approved by Vietnamese legislators last month and takes effect on Jan. 1, 2019, requires Facebook, Google and other global technology firms to locally store personal data on users in Vietnam and open offices there.

London British Prime Minister Theresa May faced a battle over trade in parliament on Tuesday, with proEU lawmakers hoping to influence her plans to leave the European Union a day after she bowed to demands from Brexit campaigners.

May's vulnerability in parliament, where she lost her Conservative Party's majority in an ill-judged election last year, was laid bare on Monday, when her decision to accept the demands of pro-Brexit lawmakers stirred a rebellion among those who want to keep the closest possible ties in the EU.

Bangkok The 12 Thai boys and soccer coach who were rescued from a flooded cave will be discharged from hospital on Wednesday and will hold a news conference the same day to satisfy huge media interest in their story, a government official said. "We want to reduce public curiosity," government spokesman Sansern Kaewkamnerd told Reuters on Tuesday.

Golan Heights Dozens of Syrians approached the Israeli frontier on the Golan Heights on Tuesday in an apparent attempt to seek help or sanctuary from a Russianbacked Syrian army offensive, before turning back after a warning from Israeli forces. Tens of thousands of Syrians have arrived near the frontier with the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights in the past month, fleeing a rapidly advancing offensive which has defeated rebels across a swathe of territory near Jordan and Israel.

‘Several years’ of strong jobs, low inflation still ahead On Tuesday, America’s top banker told lawmakers that the U.S. is on the brink of an economic run

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Workers cut pork at Park Packing in Chicago, on July 18, 2015.

U.S. launches 5 WTO challenges to retaliatory Chinese tariffs Pork producers could feel the pinch next from tariffs

By Donna King North State Journal WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States launched five separate World Trade Organization dispute actions this week, challenging retaliatory tariffs by China, the European Union, Canada, Mexico and Turkey after U.S.-imposed duties on steel and aluminum. President Donald Trump has said the U.S. tariffs aim to close the $335 billion annual U.S. trade deficit with China.

China’s retaliatory tariffs on up to a combined $28.5 billion worth of U.S. exports are illegal under WTO rules, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said in a statement.

"These tariffs appear to breach each WTO member's commitments under the WTO Agreement," he said. "The United States will take all necessary actions to protect our interests, and we urge our trading partners to work constructively with us on the problems created by massive and persistent excess capacity in the steel and aluminum sectors."

Lighthizer's office has maintained that the 25 percent tariff on steel and 10 percent on aluminum United States has imposed on imports are acceptable under WTO rules because they were imposed on the grounds of a national security exception.

The White House’s opposition comes as a $1.1 billion U.S. shale pipeline on Monday was denied an exclusion to the administration's tariff on imported steel, the first such ruling on a major energy project since the tariff went into effect.

The administration put a caveat in the policy that companies could seek exemptions if metals were not available in sufficient quality, quantity or in a reasonable time.

Pipeline operator Plains All American Pipeline LP's request was denied because suitable product is

available from domestic producers, the Commerce Department ruling said.

Several major energy companies, including Kinder Morgan Inc. are still awaiting rulings. Shell and Chevron Corp. so far have had mixed results on decisions related to their exclusion requests.

Plains said it will build its 550mile Cactus II line with steel from Greece but called the rejection "unjust" because it had ordered steel last year, prior to the tariff decision.

Plains said in its application that only three steel mills in the world could produce the material required, and none of those are in the United States.

Plains did not say how much the tariffs would increase the project's cost. "The steel tariff exclusion request review process is flawed and does not allow for an applicant to effectively engage," said Karen Rugaard, a Plains spokeswoman. "We are reviewing our options to challenge this decision."

On Monday, a Commerce spokesman reported 267 exclusion requests had been approved and 452 denied. Another 3,385 of the 26,400 submitted to date were rejected as improperly completed.

Meanwhile, economists are watching the stock market closely to see how the tariffs will affect the health of the U.S. dollar. So far, the stock market has shown little reaction, but some analysts say Wall Street and main street can tell a different story.

“Traders don’t see them as a longterm condition, they think it is all a part of negotiation — partially because people from the administration are running around to big banks saying ‘don’t worry it’s going to be okay. We aren’t going to let this get out of hand,’” said Schlesinger in an interview on Raleigh’s WPTF radio.

“But if you’re in a town where there is deep production, say of cars or motorcycles… say I have the little grocery store or the deli across the street from the plant where people are getting laid off because of tariffs, now my business goes down.

“The stock market is not crashing because so far it’s not gotten really bad, but imagine that the stock market could be reaching might higher levels if it were not for this.”

Jill Schlesinger, business analyst The reality is that there is no upside to this.”

Among those main streets that could be affected are those around pork processors.

Before the tariffs, American pork processors exported nine out of every 10 pigs' feet and heads overseas to China and Hong Kong - for prices higher than they would fetch anywhere else. U.S. shipments of those pork byproducts — called pig offal — fell by about a third in April and May combined after China imposed the first 25 percent tariff on American pork in April, according to the latest data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Overall, it estimated lower offal prices could translate into losses of $860 million for the U.S. pork industry over the next year. Processors will try to pass on losses to farmers by paying less for live hogs, Hayes said.

"It is the pork farmer who suffers," said Dermot Hayes, an agricultural economist at Iowa State University.

Exporting pig offal to China has been a money-maker because consumers there enjoy its strong flavor.

Stewed pigs' feet with white beans, for instance, is a famous dish from Sichuan province, one of the country's culinary capitals. Now, the industry group Pet Food Institute says their members are considering using more offal in their products in response to an increase of supply.

Reuters News Service contributed to this report.

presenting his written statement to them and then appear before a House committee on Wednesday.

Powell and other Fed officials have in recent remarks pointedBy Howard Schneider ly declined to declare "victory" in Reuters their effort to hit the 2 percent inflation target, though most have WASHINGTON, D.C. — Fed- acknowledged that with joblesseral Reserve Chairman Jerome ness at 4 percent, their employPowell, discounting the risk that ment goal has been reached.

But the Fed's preferred meaa trade war may throw a global recovery off track, said the econ- sure of inflation hit 2.3 percent omy is on the cusp of "several in May and was right at 2 peryears" where the job market re- cent after excluding more volatile mains strong and inflation stays food and energy prices.

Inflation is "close" around the Fed's 2 perto the Fed's target and cent target. "the recent data are In written testimoencouraging," Powell ny to be delivered to the said as he laid out the Senate Banking Com- “With reasons why he felt the mittee on Tuesday, the appropriate United States' near deFed chair signaled not cade-long expansion just that he believes the monetary was set to continue. economy is doing well, policy, the Still-low interest but that an era of stajob market rates, a stable financial ble growth may continue system, ongoing global provided the Fed gets its will remain growth and the boost policy decisions right. strong and from recent tax cuts "With appropriate and increased federmonetary policy, the inflation will al spending "continue job market will remain stay near to support the expanstrong and inflation will sion," Powell said. stay near 2 percent over 2 percent After a solid start to the next several years," over the the year, growth apPowell said. This is one next several pears to have accelof the strongest affirmaerated as "robust job tions yet that the Fed is years.” gains, rising after-tax within reach of its dual incomes and optipolicy targets more than — Federal mism among housea decade after the United holds have lifted conStates endured a deep fi- Reserve sumer spending in nancial crisis and reces- Chairman sion.

Jerome Powell recent months. Investment by businesses The Fed "believes that has continued to grow — for now — the best way forward is to keep gradual- at a healthy rate," Powell said.

Powell did nod to the uncerly raising the federal funds rate" in a way that keeps pace with a tainty surrounding the Trump strengthening economy but does administration's trade policies, not raise rates so high or so fast which organizations like the Inthat it weakens growth, Powell ternational Monetary Fund have warned could curb global growth said.

He did not address his views if ongoing rounds of U.S. tariffs on the appropriate pace of tight- and retaliation by other counening or whether he thinks, as tries raise prices, lower demand some of his colleagues have ar- and disrupt global business supgued, that the Fed should pause ply chains.

But "it is difficult to predict its rate hike cycle sometime next year if inflation remains under the ultimate outcome of curcontrol. The central bank is ex- rent discussions over trade polipected to raise rates two more cy," he said. Overall the risks to times this year from the current the economy were "roughly baltarget level of between 1.75 and 2 anced," with the "most likely path for the economy" one of conpercent.

Powell will take questions tinued job gains, moderate inflafrom Senators this morning after tion and steady growth.

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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell gives his semiannual testimony on the economy and monetary policy before the Senate Banking Committee in Washington, D.C., on., July 17.

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SPORTS

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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Blake Snell, who played for the Durham Bulls for parts of the 2016 and 2017 seasons, earned a trip to the MLB All-Star Game in Washington, D.C.

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Three N.C. quarterbacks on Maxwell Award list Philadelphia Quarterbacks Jalin Moore (Appalachian State), Daniel Jones (Duke) and Ryan Finley (NC State) were three of 85 players named to the watchlist for the 82nd annual Maxwell Award. The award has been given annually since 1937 to the player named college football’s Player of the Year. Alabama and Clemson each have three players on the list for the award, which was won in 2017 by Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield. Stanford senior running back Bryce Love, a Wake Forest native who was a semifinalist last year, is also on the watchlist.

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Simpson, Hadley make British Open field Carnoustie, Scotland Raleigh natives Webb Simpson and Chesson Hadley are both in the field at this week’s 147th British Open at Carnoustie.

Simpson, 10th in the FedEx Cup rankings, will be grouped with South Korean Si Woo Kim and Danish 17-year-old amateur Nicolai Hojgaard for the first two rounds, while Hadley (21st in FedEx Cup) is with two-time British Open champion Ernie Els (2002, 2012) and Canadian Adam Hadwin.

COLLEGE BASKETBALL

Former Bulls pitcher Snell goes from snub to near starter First-time All-Star soaking in the experience

By Shawn Krest North State Journal WASHINGTON, D.C. — Blake Snell very nearly went from being the All-Star Game’s biggest snub to being its starting pitcher.

The former Durham Bull is one of the top pitchers in the American League this year, boasting a 12-5 record and 2.27 ERA. Last week when the All-Star teams were named, Snell was leading the American League in ERA — he’s since slipped into third — but, somehow, he was left off the initial roster.

Part of the problem was the team-selection process. Players and coaches vote for the pitchers — not fans — and they use paper ballots that they have to mail in, close to a month before the team is announced. That means the vote took place before Snell won four straight games, allowing just two runs in 28⅔ innings — a miniscule 0.63 ERA. Snell’s teammates were quick to point out the injustice.

Chris Archer — another former Durham Bull — tweeted Snell’s stats, then chided the players for not doing “due diligence” and filling out the ballots responsibly.

Pitcher Matt Andriese, infielder Daniel Robertson and first baseman Jake Bauers, all former Bulls, also ripped the choice to

leave Snell off, as did injured Bulls pitcher Brent Honeywell, who called it the “snub of the century.”

Each year, pitchers bow out of the game due to injury, or because they pitched the final game before the break, meaning they wouldn’t be available to pitch in the game.

As the week went on, however, the American League pitching staff remained intact, and it was looking more and more like Snell would miss out on the All-Star Game.

“I didn’t think too much about it,” he said. “If it was gonna happen, it was gonna happen. If it wasn’t, it wasn’t. I just took it in stride. You can’t control it, so … whatever.”

He began making alternative plans for the four-day All-Star break.

“I was prepared, yeah,” he said.

“I thought there was a chance I would be here. But if not, I was probably just gonna go back to Seattle, hang out with friends and family, have some barbecue and just enjoy myself.”

On Friday, the call finally came. Cleveland Indians pitcher Corey Kluber needed an injection in his knee and wouldn’t be able to pitch in the game. Snell was officially an All-Star. Better late than never.

Despite the fact he was a couple days away from a four-day Seattle vacation, Snell was suddenly in the mix to start Tuesday’s game. Houston Astros managSee SNELL, page B3

NCAA names upcoming Final Four sites Indianapolis The NCAA announced Monday that it has selected Houston, Phoenix, San Antonio and Indianapolis to host the Final Four from 2023 through 2026.

All four cities have hosted the event in the past. The three finalist venues that were not selected included Detroit, Los Angeles and Arlington, Texas. The next eight sites for the Final Four now are set in Minneapolis (2019), Atlanta (2020), Indianapolis (2021, 2026), New Orleans (2022), Houston (2023), Phoenix (2024) and San Antonio (2025).

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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Blake Snell was a late addition to the American League All-Star Game roster.

Brooklyn Nets guard Theo Pinson, who played four seasons at North Carolina, shot 42.3 percent from 3-point range in the NBA Summer League.

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It’s a summer of opportunity for NBA hopefuls Former Tobacco Road players are trying to earn a spot in the pros at the NBA Summer League

By Brett Friedlander North State Journal THE NBA’S Summer League tournaments represent different things to different players.

For this year’s draft picks, they’re an opportunity get acquainted with the NBA style while playing for the first time in the uniforms of their new teams.

For second-year pros looking to improve on their rookie seasons, it’s an opportunity to get some extra playing time or work on areas of their game that need improvement.

And for a large group of undrafted free agents or marginal veterans, the events in Salt Lake City, Sacramento and Las Vegas are a chance at catching the attention of a general manager and earning a spot at the end of somebody’s bench during the regular season.

Who made the most of their Summer League experience this year?

Here’s a look at how all three categories of former state college stars fared over the past three weeks: Recent draft picks The most impressive performance, by far, was turned in by Duke’s Wendell Carter Jr. In five games with the Chicago Bulls, the No. 7 overall pick in last month’s

draft emerged from the shadow of fellow one-and-done Blue Devils big man Marvin Bagley III by earning a spot on the All-Vegas second team.

Carter showed his potential to be both an elite scorer and rebounder, scoring 23 points in one game and pulling down 16 rebounds in another while averaging nearly a double-double. Bagley, meanwhile, showed that he still has a few rough edges to smooth out in his first four games in a Sacramento Kings uniform before being shut down because of a hip injury after a Vegas showdown with No. 1 overall pick Deandre Ayton of Phoenix.

Of the other two Duke draftees, Grayson Allen had the most eventful summer for the Utah Jazz, thanks in part to a highly publicized — though benign — incident involving Atlanta’s Trey Young. While Allen put up decent numbers across the board, he did not shoot well, combining to go 19 of 63 (30.2 percent) from the floor and 5 of 20 (25.5 percent) from 3-point range in five games.

His former Blue Devil teammate Gary Trent Jr., a second-round pick of the Portland Trailblazers, was a little better at 9 of 22 on 3-pointers in helping his team advance all the way to the championship game in Vegas.

Among the Raleigh natives from schools outside the state, Jerome Robinson (Boston College) had the best performance in Vegas as a member of the Los Angeles Clippers and Devonte Graham (Kansas) was solid for the CharSee NBA SUMMER, page B4

North State Journal for Wednesday, July 18, 2018

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7.18.18

TRENDING

Ray Emery: The former NHL goaltender died early Sunday morning in a swimming accident in the Hamilton, Ontario, harbor. He was 35.

According to Hamilton Police, Emery’s body was recovered at 2:50 p.m. in the same vicinity where he entered the water nearly nine hours earlier and didn’t surface. The Hamilton Spectator reports Emery was visiting a friend’s boat and jumped in the water where it was docked a little after 6 a.m. Emery played for the Flyers, Senators, Ducks and Blackhawks, winning a Stanley Cup title with Chicago in 2013.

Oscar Robertson: The Basketball Hall of Famer is set to auction off some of his most prominent basketball memorabilia, including his 1971 NBA championship ring.

Robertson, a former NBA MVP, is auctioning off a variety of items in a Lelands.com event that runs through Aug. 17.

Among the 51 items listed are Robertson’s championship ring he won with the Milwaukee Bucks in 1971, his Basketball Hall of Fame ring and induction trophy, 11 NBA All-Star rings and his gameworn jerseys from the Bucks and University of Cincinnati.

Manny Pacquiao: The Filipino boxing legend returned from a long layoff Saturday night to knock out Lucas Matthysse in the seventh round of their fight in Malaysia.

Fighting for Matthysse’s secondary welterweight title, Pacquiao, 39, hadn’t been in the ring since last July and hadn’t knocked out an opponent since 2009.

Pacquiao improves to 60-7-2 with 39 KOs, while Matthysse, 35, drops to 39-5.

beyond the box score POTENT QUOTABLES

SOCCER

The FIFA World Cup came to an end with France lifting the trophy after defeating Croatia 4-2 in the final on Sunday. France, which lost in the final in 2006 and won in 1998, celebrated its second World Cup title by winning six matches with one draw and outscoring its opponents 14-6 during the month-long tournament. Croatia’s Luka Modric was named the tournament’s best player, and France’s Kylian Mbappe was honored as Best Young Player.

BRAD MILLS | USA TODAY SPORTS

“Five tools. I cannot throw, I cannot run, I cannot catch, nor can I hit, nor hit for power. That’s the scouting report. Lacking all five.”

Bill Nye at the Legends and Celebrities Softball game at Nationals Park during MLB All-Star on Sunday.

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NHL

NASCAR

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“It’s going to drive some people batty, that’s for sure.”

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PRIME NUMBER

Martin Truex Jr. won for the third time in six races, repeating at Kentucky Speedway with a dominant performance at the Quaker State 400.

Truex, the defending Cup champion, also won the race’s first two stages and now sits third in the point standings behind Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick.

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TENNIS

2001 British Open champion David Duval on the dry conditions at Carnoustie for this week’s tournament.

Goals scored in France’s 4-2 win over Croatia in the World Cup final, the most in a regulationlength World Cup title game since Brazil got two goals from 17-yearold Pelé in its 5-2 win over Sweden in 1958.

The 2018 World Cup averaged 2.64 goals per game, with 169 scored in 64 matches.

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Elias Lindholm, traded last month from the Hurricanes to Calgary, signed a six-year contract with the Flames on Monday that will pay him an average of $4.85 million a season. The former fifth overall pick was traded, along with Noah Hanifin, to Calgary on June 23 in exchange for Dougie Hamilton, Micheal Ferland and Adam Fox.

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German Angelique Kerber spoiled Serena Williams’ return to the All England Club, winning her first Wimbledon women’s singles title with a 6-3, 6-3 victory over the seven-time champion.

Williams missed Wimbledon last year while pregnant with her first child.

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North State Journal for Wednesday, July 18, 2018

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Durham Bulls’ Kean Wong wins All-Star MVP award Infielder waits his turn for MLB shot while racking up honors with Durham

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By Shawn Krest North State Journal

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Wizards guard and Raleigh native John Wall participated in the Legends and Celebrity Softball game at Nationals Ballpark as part of the All-Star Game festivities in Washington, D.C.

Wall, Norman try their hand at All-Star Softball Raleigh native, former Panther represent Washington at Midsummer Classic

By Shawn Krest North State Journal WASHINGTON, D.C. — John Wall wasn’t sure what position he would play in the All-Star Celebrities and Legends Softball Game in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, but the Raleigh native and star point guard for the Washington Wizards knew where he wouldn’t be.

“They’ve got us switching between all different positions,” Wall said. “First base, shortstop, left field.

No pitching though. I’ll pass on that.”

In 2011, Wall got the chance to throw out the first pitch at a Washington Nationals game, on the same field where he’d be playing softball.

The result was viral video gold and one of the worst first pitches in recent history.

The ball went sharply to the left immediately after leaving his hand, bouncing about 20 feet in front of the mound. The Nationals player tabbed to catch the pitch had to leap away from the plate to track down the ball as boos and laughter came from the crowd.

Wall has an explanation, however.

“That year, they had me pitching on the grass (in front of the mound) to practice. Then I got out there, and they said, ‘Go throw it from the mound.’ I said, ‘Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa! That’s a lot different.’”

Wall was also quick to point out that his second attempt at a first pitch, at a Nats game two years later, went much better, making it over the plate in the air.

“So I came back and redeemed myself and proved it,” he said.

He didn’t get the chance to show his softball throwing skills in the game, and his only embarrassing moment was a dropped pop fly.

Wall was much better at the plate, however, going 2-for-3 with a triple in the game. He wasn’t able to meet his pregame goal, however.

“I’m going to steal all the bases,” he announced.

Game organizers put a pin in that

SNELL from page B1 er A.J. Hinch, who is the skipper for the American League this year, said Snell was on his three-pitcher short list to start. Hinch instead went with Red Sox veteran ace Chris Sale, who started the game for the third straight year. Snell was set to be the third pitcher to take the mound in the game.

“Blake Snell is not too far behind (Sale),” Hinch said.

He’s also working hard to make up the difference. Before leaving for Washington, Snell told the Tampa media he was looking forward to sitting down with Sale to get advice and tips on pitching.

“I saw him at breakfast this morning,” Sale said on Monday’s media day. “He said the same thing. I thought it was funny, because when you look at the year he’s having, I don’t think he needs to talk to anybody or ask anybody questions.”

“That’s what he told me,” Snell agreed. “But that was just breaking the ice. We’ve got a lot more (talking) to go.”

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Redskins cornerback Josh Norman was among the celebrities that competed at the All-Star break’s softball game in Washington, D.C. plan, however. Stealing was forbidden.

“They said we can’t slide,” Wall said.

Wall also spoke about the Wizards, who added former Duke player Austin Rivers and former Hornet Dwight Howard among their offseason deals.

“I like our additions,” he said.

“We’ve added a veteran presence.

I think if everybody stays healthy, we’ve got an opportunity for something special. But everybody’s got to stay healthy and play together.”

He has no concerns over the mercurial Howard, who was traded by the Hornets to Brooklyn and waived immediately before signing with Washington.

“He averages a double-double — 16 and 12,” Wall said. “If he can do that for us, that’s fine for me. We need somebody down there that can block shots. Everyone says he’s had all these other problems that he’s been dealing with, but as long as he’s helping our team win, doing the right thing, playing the right way, I’m fine with it.”

One of Wall’s Celebrity Game teammates was another Washington sports star with North Carolina connections: Redskins cornerback Josh Norman, who starred at that position for several years for the Panthers before leaving as a free agent.

Norman was excited for the chance to suit up in a different sport, one that he’s had a long history playing.

Sale isn’t sure about the sitdown, however.

“You know, I don’t want to give away too many secrets,” he joked.

“He’s in the division, you know. So keep it cool.”

Aside from stalking Sale, Snell is just taking everything in and enjoying the chance to be an All-Star.

“He’s like I was my first All-Star Game,” said Rays catcher Wilson Ramos, who is playing in his second. “He came in a little bit surprised, but at the same time, really happy. He’s next to my locker (in the American League clubhouse) and you see him looking at all his clothes, and everything says AllStar.”

Snell doesn’t deny being a bit of a gawker at his first All-Star Game.

He proudly pointed out the patch on one shoulder of his jersey — a star with a number one on it.

“The star has the number of times you’ve been an All-Star,” Snell pointed out. “That’s kind of cool. You can see how many times everyone has been here.

“The coolest thing is just seeing all the guys here, riding the

“This was the first sport I actually played, to be honest,” Norman said.

“It brings back memories every time you have that bat in your hand. It’s like riding a bike.”

Norman attempted to play high school baseball, but his career quickly nosedived.

“I stunk it up pretty bad,” he said.

“I had anxiety when I got to high school. Before that, though, in Little League, I thought I was like Ken Griffey Jr. stepping up to the plate.”

Norman’s Little League confidence seemed to be back for the softball game.

“I’m going to see if I can drive one up out of here,” Norman said, later amending his prediction to “five home runs” in the game.

After a stint in the batting cages, Norman was a little more reserved.

“I’m going to go out there and make contact,” he said. “I got a few tips from the baseball greats. I’m going to try to do a little something with it.”

Norman got two singles in the game, scoring twice.

There were several other notable names on Norman and Wall’s team, including rapper Wale and retired baseball Hall of Famers Tim Raines and Andre Dawson.

But when asked which celebrity he was most excited about, Norman didn’t hesitate.

“Bill Nye!” he said of TV’s Science Guy. “I grew up watching him. His locker is right beside mine. I’m trying so hard not to fanboy on him right now.”

MINOR LEAGUERS don’t get a lot of time on national television, but Durham Bulls infielder Kean Wong has made the most of his exposure.

Last season, after the Bulls won the International League Governors’ Cup, they moved on to play Pacific Coast League champion Memphis in the Triple-A National Championship Game.

In the nationally televised game, Wong hit the game-winning grand slam to cap a 3-for-4 day at the plate, earning himself game MVP honors.

“That was a great way to end my season,” Wong said. “To be able to do that in the championship.

Hopefully, it opened some eyes.”

His manager agreed that the performance moved him up on the organization’s radar.

“Guys were joking in the dugout, saying, ‘Hey, this is going to put you on the map,’” manager Jared Sandberg said at the time. “This is going to get you into the big leagues and onto the 40-man roster. It definitely elevated him. This game can elevate you because everyone’s watching. Obviously, we’re super proud.”

This season, Wong has picked up where he left off at the end of last year. He’s currently second in the league with a .318 batting average, third in onbase percentage at .338 and is in the league’s top 10 in runs and hits.

The hot first half earned him a spot in the starting lineup for the Triple-A All Star Game last week.

With the chance to play in front of the country again, Wong went 3-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI. Again, he brought home a trophy, as the International League’s All-Star MVP. It was the third career All-Star Game for Wong.

He went 2-for-4 with an RBI in the 2016 (Double-A) Southern League All-Star Game, and, in his only hitless showcase event, he went 0-for-2 as a 2014 (Class A) Midwest League All-Star.

Clearly, Wong is at his best when eyes are on him.

The viewers he cares about, though, aren’t the people at home watching on TV — they’re the MLB decision-makers, in the Rays organization and with other teams around baseball.

Wong doesn’t want to be a minor league All-Star.

He’s hoping for his chance at a big league shot.

In that 2014 Midwest All-Star Game, Wong was joined on the team by fellow Tampa prospects Mallex Smith, Ryne Stanek and Jacob Faria. All are currently members of the Rays. In 2016, his Southern League All-Star teammates included Faria, Ryan Yarbrough, Jake Bauers and Willy Adames.

They’re also all in the majors with Tampa.

It seems like it will be a matter of time, especially given the stat line he’s producing this year, but Wong will need to wait his turn, especially in Tampa, where the team has a logjam of talented middle infielders. If the team opens a spot with a midseason trade, Wong might get his chance.

Or he might get his chance somewhere else.

Wong knows that he might end up being the player traded to help break up the crowded situation in the organization.

“I’m sure it helps to have so many teams watch me,” he said in postgame interviews after his most recent MVP performance.

Otherwise, he’ll wait patiently in Durham.

“If they need somebody, I will be here, and I’m ready for it and whenever they need me, I’m ready,” he said at an All-Star media event last week. “Playing the sport that I love, that is all I could ever ask for. Just for them to come, sit me down in their office, and tell me that they want me to play different positions so that when I get called up, I can play that one position that they need. Yeah, I take pride in it.

“I take pride in playing baseball. That’s what I played since I was born. I love it and just knowing that the team likes me, I just go out there and play 110 percent, and let the chips where they fall. I can’t control what they can control so, like I said, just come out and play every day.”

Wong’s batting average with Durham this season, good for second in the International League.

“You see all these guys that you’ve watched for a while … now you’re one of them.”

Blake Snell bus with them, sitting with them at breakfast,” he continued. “It was kind of cool. Wow. That’s really what it is. Wow. I mean, you see all these guys that you’ve watched for a while — not just when you’ve been playing, but you watched them when you were growing up.

Now you’re one of them. They’re doing the same things as you. Some of the guys have just done it longer.

Last night, I saw some of the guys.

I was like, ‘That’s Chris Sale! That’s Aaron Judge!’”

Someone pointed out to him that some people might have been saying, “That’s Blake Snell!”

Snell paused for a moment to consider the possibility. Then he said, “That’s weird.”

BRIAN FLEMING | DURHAM BULLS

Durham Bulls infielder Kean Wong went 3-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI to earn International League All-Star Game MVP honors last week.

North State Journal for Wednesday, July 18, 2018

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Picking NC’s all-time baseball All-Stars

North Carolina coach Larry Fedora targeted more top recruits after the Tar Heels had on-the-field success, but he’s fallen behind in battles for in‑state players.

No one from the Old North State played in Tuesday’s Midsummer Classic, but the state has a long history of producing great players

By Brett Friedlander North State Journal

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The State of football recruiting in North Carolina How has the Wolfpack gotten the edge over UNC

By Shawn Krest North State Journal NC STATE coach Dave Doeren got commitments from 10 players in June, and another three in early July. When the dust settled, 13 of the top 50 prospects in the state donned a Wolfpack cap. That run included several high-profile victories over UNC, including Roxboro defensive tackle Joshua Harris and North Stanly tackle C.J. Clark.

State currently has the No. 20 recruiting class in America, according to the Scout/247Sports rankings.

North Carolina, meanwhile is No. 45, a 22-spot drop from last year.

What caused the change in fortune for both teams? Well, NC State won its bowl game in late December and sent several players, including all four defensive line starters, to the NFL. Doeren was also the subject of a very high-profile flirtation from Tennessee.

All of that appeals to college kids, who want to play for bigtime coaches, win bowls and get drafted. And it all took place while UNC struggled to a disappointing 3-9 season.

Of course, that doesn’t explain everything. After all, UNC coach Larry Fedora went to the ACC Championship Game in 2015 and saw Mitch Trubisky get drafted second overall in the 2017 NFL Draft. While he was able to parlay both of those into recruiting success, it was nothing like we’re currently seeing from the Pack.

Each signing day, Fedora talks about how it’s the result of two years of relationship building with the kids. That means that the players committing now began their relationship with Fedora when the Tar Heels were winning the Coastal and sending talent to the league, and yet they’re not choosing Carolina.

There’s also the factor of NCAA trouble. For the first time since he arrived at Carolina, Fedora doesn’t have to fight rumors that the Heels might get hit with NCAA sanctions. However, Fedora doesn’t seem to be enjoying the same boost in recruiting that basketball coach Roy Williams has seen.

Plus, Carolina has recently lost battles for in-state players to the likes of Wake Forest (receiver Donavon Greene) and Duke (defensive end Christian Rorie), lending credence to concerns that it’s more than just a case of State doing things right. Duke’s class is No. 27 nationally, up from 62nd last year. Wake’s is No. 32, up 31 spots.

Is something wrong at Carolina?

Athletic director Bubba Cunningham doesn’t think so. He gave Fedora a vote of confidence last week.

“I feel great about where the program is,” Cunningham said.

“I think they’ve done a great job recruiting.”

So, what exactly is happening on the recruiting trail?

After winning the Coastal, rewriting the school’s offensive record books with a high-tempo attack and being the toast of the NFL Draft, Carolina was the “it school” for talented young players.

There are two ways to parlay that kind of success on the recruiting trail. One is to continue going after the same players, in the same areas as always, and just (presumably) win more

of the battles. The other is to use your new, higher profile to go after better players and expand the footprint.

Duke coach David Cutcliffe followed the latter approach after the Blue Devils won the Coastal.

Cutcliffe frequently spoke about how the program’s improvement got him inside the front door of players who previously wouldn’t have considered Duke, including four-stars Ben Humphreys and Scott Bracey, who signed on in back-to-back years.

Using the 247Sports/Scout recruiting database information, it appears that Fedora took a similar approach after his run of success. The number of scholarships he offered to prospects ranked in the top 100 nationally suddenly skyrocketed.

Year: Offers to top 100s 2014: 31 2015: 37 2016: 36 2017: 47 2018: 51 2019: 29

Starting in 2017 (the players who would be the prospects Fedora’s staff started their two-year relationship with in the Coastal title year), UNC offered scholarships to nearly half the players in the Top 100.

Carolina made a total of 232 scholarship offers in 2018, meaning that more than one out of every five offers Fedora made was to a Top 100 player, compared to one in eight from the 2016 cycle.

In order to find those players, Fedora and his staff traveled farther and went deeper into the national recruiting hotbeds.

Here’s a look at UNC scholarship offers that went to players in Florida, by recruiting year:

2014: 42

2015: 54

2016: 67

2017: 94

2018: 73

2019: 46 And here are offers made to players in the Southwest and West:

2014: 2015: 2016: 2017: 2018: 2019:

11 11 22 23 21 12

And Deep SEC country (Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana)

2014: 2015: 2016: 2017: 2018: 2019:

5 4 21 10 10 3

Clearly, Fedora felt that the Tar Heels were ready to battle the big boys. And, as a result, he shifted his attention away from traditional UNC recruiting grounds.

Virginia and South Carolina got less attention.

2014: 2015: 2016: 2017: 2018: 2019:

31 32 32 20 20 24

And, perhaps most importantly, so did North Carolina.

2014: 2015: 2016: 2017: 2018: 2019:

32 29 36 20 24 37

Prior to the ACC title, one out of every seven scholarship offers UNC extended were to in-state talent. In 2017, it was less than one out of every 13.

High school coaches notice who’s checking in with them, and how often. Fedora’s choice to go elsewhere would have registered across North Carolina.

Here’s the thing with battling the big boys: They’re hard to beat, and the big fish are harder to land. So Fedora lost a good share of those stretch recruiting battles. The result could be seen last season, when the Heels also experienced some unexpected early departures to the NFL and had to resort to graduate transfers to help fill the roster holes that resulted from being shorthanded.

It appears that Fedora learned his lesson. While it’s still early in the recruiting cycle, and more offers may be extended, it’s clear in each of the previous charts that UNC has shifted back to its old ways.

For the first time since 2014, Fedora has offered more scholarships to North Carolina players than to national Top 100 players.

One out of every six scholarships offered so far have been to instate players, which, if the numbers hold through signing day, would be the highest proportion in six years.

Fedora has already made more offers in Virginia and South Carolina than he did all of last year, and he’s scaled back in Florida, the Deep South and out West.

Plus, he’s returned to North Carolina with a vengeance, already offering more scholarships in state than in any year since he took the head coaching job.

Which brings us back to our initial question: What’s the problem this year?

If Fedora is returning to UNC’s roots, why isn’t he being welcomed with open arms?

Possibly because there’s another school, currently on an upward trend, that never left.

Doeren took the polar opposite approach from Fedora, and Cutcliffe before him, when the Pack suddenly became the “it” school.

Here’s a look at Doeren’s offers to North Carolina players over the last three cycles.

2017: 2018: 2019:

34 30 39

THE BEST PLAYERS in baseball gathered in Washington on Tuesday for the 89th Major League All-Star Game.

None of them, however, are from North Carolina.

It’s an anomaly that belies the quality of baseball that has traditionally been played around our state. Some of the greatest players in the game, including seven Hall of Famers, have come from the Old North State.

Here is a look at the best at each position, the all-time North Carolina all-star team: First base: Buck Leonard (Rocky Mount) — Leonard spent 17 seasons playing for the Homestead Grays of the old Negro League, leading the team to four straight championships from 1942-45 and playing in 11 league all-star games.

He became one of the first Negro League alumni to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame when he was elected by the Veterans Committee in 1972. Though his exact statistics for home runs and RBI are not known, Leonard was consistently one of his league’s top hitters with a career batting average of .320.

Second base: Brandon Phillips (Raleigh) — Phillips has amassed 2,026 hits and driven in nearly 1,000 runs in a 16-year Major League, the majority of which has been spent with the Cincinnati Reds. Phillips has won four Gold Glove awards and a Silver Slugger award as the best hitter in the league at his position, along with three All-Star Game selections. He has a career batting average of .275 with a .320 on-base percentage and .421 slugging percentage.

Shortstop: Luke Appling (High Point) — One of the great hitters of all time, Appling won two American League batting titles and amassed 2,749 hits. He hit .310 over 18 seasons with the Chicago White Sox and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1964, but he may be best known to many fans for the home run he hit in 1982 at the age of 75, at the Cracker Jack Old Timer’s Game in Washington, D.C. Third base: Billy Goodman (Concord) — A two-time All-Star and the 1950 American League batting champion with a .354 average, Goodman was an effective leadoff hitter over his 11 Major League seasons. A jack-of-all-trades who played numerous positions, Goodman hit better than .300 five times in his career and finished with 1,691 hits and an on-base percentage of .376. He was inducted into the N.C. Sports Hall of Fame in 1969 and the Red Sox Hall of Fame in 2004.

Outfielder: Enos “Country” Slaughter (Roxboro) — A hardnosed player famous for his hustle,

NBA SUMMER from page B1 lotte Hornets before suffering a knee injury.

Is it better to roll the dice and try to reach that next level, or to play it close to the vest and stay close to home? Which approach is the correct one? Time will tell on the field. But on the recruiting trail, it appears that local high school coaches and athletes are more receptive to the program that focuses on them, rather than the one that is returning, after taking a shot at the big time.

Young veterans Former UNC star Justin Jackson had the most to gain and lose this summer after his team — the Sacramento Kings — announced that they were in the market for a small forward capable of putting up consistent scoring numbers.

Jackson showed the Kings that he’s capable of filling that need by leading the Sacramento tournament at 17 points per game and scoring 20 or more points in three of his four Vegas games.

His Sacramento teammate Harry Giles also gave a promising performance in his first competitive action after sitting out all last season rehabbing a knee injury by averaging around 10 points and six rebounds in the two summer events he played.

Wake Forest’s John Collins built off a successful rookie season with the Atlanta Hawks by leading the Vegas Summer League at 24 points per game while two players that spent most of last season in the G League, Utah’s Tony Bradley (UNC) and Minnesota’s Amile Jefferson (Duke) showed that they may be ready to earn spots on their teams’ NBA rosters this season.

This article was reprinted with permission from Carolina Blue Magazine.

Undrafted free agents Theo Pinson, who has already signed a two-way contract with

Far from leaving the state for more talented pastures, Doeren has doubled down in North Carolina, already making more instate offers than in the last two years. Rather than using his newly earned clout to expand his footprint, he’s using it to build the proverbial wall.

A look at his Top 100 offers shows just how conservatively Doeren is acting with his scholarships.

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Slaughter played 19 seasons, mostly with the St. Louis Cardinals, piling up 2,383 hits. Slaughter drove in 130 runs in 1946 while leading the Cardinals to the World Series title. His most memorable moment came in the eighth inning of Game 7, when he scored what turned into the winning run all the way from first on a single by Harry Walker. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1985.

Outfield: Otis Nixon (Evergreen) — Nixon was one of the premier base stealers in baseball history over a 17-year career that saw him play for nine different teams. His 620 steals rank 16th all-time and are the most by a player who never appeared in an All-Star Game.

His career batting average was .270 with 1,379 hits and 878 runs scored.

Outfield: Buddy Lewis (Gastonia) — As impressive as Lewis’ career numbers were — he hit .297 with 1,563 hits, 607 RBI and 93 triples over 11 seasons and 1,349 games — there’s no telling how much better they might have been had he not missed three seasons in his prime because of World War II. A left-handed slugger for the Washington Senators, only Ty Cobb had more hits by his 24th birthday than Lewis before his career was put on hold to serve as a transport pilot flying more than 500 missions in the Pacific.

Catcher: Rick Ferrell (Durham) — A Hall of Famer regarded as the best catcher in baseball during the 1930s and early 1940s, he was a starter for the American League in the inaugural 1933 All-Star Game.

He hit .281 over 18 seasons and went on to become an eight-time All-Star who played in 1,806 games — an MLB record for catchers that stood for more than 40 years. He was inducted into Cooperstown in 1984.

Starting pitcher: Gaylord Perry (Williamston) — A five-time AllStar who earned fame for allegedly doctoring the balls he threw to opposing hitters, Perry was the first pitcher to win the Cy Young Award in both leagues. He won 314 games and recorded 3,534 strikeouts during a 22-year career that earned him induction into the Hall of Fame in 1991.

Starting pitcher: Jim “Catfish” Hunter (Hertford) — An eight-time All-Star and five-time World Series champion, Hunter was the first pitcher since 1915 to win 200 games by the time he was 31. He became one of baseball’s first big-money free agents when he signed with the New York Yankees in 1974. He ended up with 224 wins in a career cut short by arm problems in 1979 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.

Relief pitcher: Hoyt Wilhelm (Huntersville): — Wilhelm was nearly 30 years old when he made his MLB debut, but went on to pitch for 20 seasons. Relying mostly on a knuckleball, the right-hander won 124 games, still the most ever by a reliever, and was the first pitcher to record 200 saves while appearing in more than 1,000 games. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1985.

the Brooklyn Nets, had a typically well-rounded performance in five games. But he also showed marked improvement in his shooting, going 11 of 26 (42.3 percent) from 3-point range.

Duke’s Trevon Duval played five games for the Houston Rockets, averaging 9.2 points and 1.6 assists in 17 minutes per game.

While that may or may not be enough to earn an invitation to a team’s training camp, his prospects are still better than those of the Wake Forest duo of Doral Moore (Washington Wizards) and Bryant Crawford (Nets). Neither saw more than minimal action for their respective team and will likely have to pursue options overseas.

Veteran free agents Wake Forest alumnus Codi Miller-McIntyre did the most to boost his prospects. He was among the Vegas tournament leaders at 6.0 assists per game while helping the Toronto Raptors reach the quarterfinals. But he was only 14 of 41 from the floor and 2 of 11 from 3-point range, a shooting performance that could ultimately hurt his chances of hooking on with an NBA team.

Duke’s Matt Jones had a pair of double-figure scoring efforts for the Kings while Raleigh native Rodney Purvis (Orlando Magic) and NC State’s Maverick Rowan (San Antonio Spurs) each put up solid numbers in the one game each was given an opportunity to play significant minutes in Vegas.

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TAKE NOTICE JOHNSTON NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 153 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Deborah P. Williford, (Deborah P. Williford, deceased) (Heirs of Deborah P. Williford: Sharon P. Kendall and Unknown Heirs of Deborah P. Williford) to Emery D. Ashley, Trustee(s), dated the 19th day of December, 2008, and recorded in Book 3637, Page 427, in Johnston County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Johnston County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 280 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Alvin Maurice Blue and Melissa Blue to Hewett & Wood, P.A., Trustee(s), dated the 12th day of August, 2015, and recorded in Book 4641, Page 268, in Johnston County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Johnston County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on July 24, 2018 and will sell to the highest bidder for

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 276 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jeffrey A. Geisendaffer and Jennifer E. Geisendaffer to Robert N. Tyson, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of December, 2006, and recorded in Book 3263, Page 25-36, in Johnston County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Johnston County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on July 24, 2018 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 292 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Joseph Andrew Anastase and Marlie Kathleen Anastase to CB Services Corp., Trustee(s), dated the 3rd day of June, 2011, and recorded in Book 3988, Page 950, in Johnston County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Johnston County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on July 24, 2018 and will sell to the highest

17 SP 676 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, JOHNSTON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Michael Neighbors a/k/a Mike Neighbors and Teresa Neighbors to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated April 28, 2005 and recorded on April 29, 2005 in Book 2889 at Page 208 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on April 21, 2015 in Book 4585, Page 157 and rerecorded/ modified/corrected on March 11, 2016 in Book 4731, Page 389, Johnston County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that

18 SP 266 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, JOHNSTON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Luis A. Guzman Robles and Soledad Maria Guzman to Allan B. Polunsky, Trustee(s), which was dated July 29, 2016 and recorded on August 1, 2016 in Book 4806 at Page 671, Johnston County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse

UNION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 29 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Camille R. Dixon (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Camille Rashon Dixon) to Frances Jones, Trustee(s), dated the 16th day of June, 2010, and recorded in Book 05348, Page 0040, in Union County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Union County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Judicial Center in the City of Monroe, Union County, North Carolina,

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 345 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Ralph Michael Estes, (Ralph Michael Estes aka Ralph Michael Estes, Sr., deceased)(Heirs of Ralph Michael Estes aka Ralph Michael Estes, Sr.,: Ralph Michael Estes, Jr. aka Michael Estes, Jr. and Unknown Heirs of Ralph Michael Estes aka Ralph Michael Estes, Sr.) to Atlantis Title Company, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 15th day of December, 2015, and recorded in Book 6589, Page 109, in Union County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Union County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Judicial Center in the City of Monroe, Union County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:00 PM on August 2, 2018 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County

courthouse door in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on July 24, 2018 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an Ex. P.K. Nail in the centerline of S.R. #1717, northeast corner of Willie E. Jones, evidenced by a new concrete monument located South 04 degrees 35 minutes West 30 feet from said BEGINNING point; runs thence along the centerline of S.R. #1717 South 84 degrees 39 minutes East 206.66 feet to a new P.K. Nail, runs thence South 04 degrees 41 minutes West 420.09 feet to a new concrete monument in the northern line of Willard R. Dean; runs thence along the northern line of Willard R. Dean North 86 degrees 17 minutes West 205.99 feet to a new concrete monument southeast corner of Willie E. Jones; runs thence along the eastern line of Willie E. Jones North 04 degrees 35 minutes East 425.95 feet to an Ex. P.K. Nail in the centerline of S.R. #1717, the point and place of BEGINNING and containing 2 acres, according to the survey and plat prepared by John Y. Phelps, Jr., Registered Land Surveyor, dated September 3, 1982.

Together with improvements located thereon; said

property being located at 52 Turnip Seed Road, Wendell, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of fore-

closure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 50, Clearview Estates Subdivision, Phase One, as shown on a map recorded in Plat Book 58, Pages 323 and 324, Johnston County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 21 Poppyseed Lane, Selma, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a) (1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/ security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor

the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases.

Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of

the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot (s) 93, Twisted Oaks Subdivision, Phase I, as recorded in Plat Book 66, Pages 493-494, and re- recorded in Plat Book 67, Pages 37-38, Johnston County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 176 Great Oak Drive, Garner, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized

representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowl-

edge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 123, South Plantation Subdivision, Section 8, Phase 1, as depicted in Plat Book 39, Page 69, Johnston County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1416 Indian Camp Road, Clayton, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized

representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowl-

edge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mort-

gagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on July 27, 2018 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Johnston County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 34, Lassiter Place Subdivision, Section Five, according to a survey entitled, “Final S/D Plat, Lots 32-34, 49, and 50, Lassiter Place, Section Five,” by Dennis R. Blackmon, R.L.S., dated July 13, 1993, and recorded May 13, 1994, in Plat Book 42, at Page 63, Johnston County Register of Deeds, reference to which is hereby made for a more complete and accurate description.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 416 Marshall Lane, Smithfield, NC 27577.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Teresa Neighbors.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 4521.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability

to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on July 27, 2018 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Johnston County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING ALL OF LOT 127 OF EDEN WOODS SUBDIVISION, SECTION IV, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 28, PAGE 175, JOHNSTON COUNTY REGISTRY. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 28 Brookwood Drive, Smithfield, NC 27577.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD

PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record.

To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Luis A. Guzman Robles and wife, Soledad M Guzman.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which

the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of

the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:00 PM on August 2, 2018 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Union, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: For informational purposes only: 8202 Stourhead Garden Ln., Waxhaw, NC 28173 Being all of Lot 204 of Prescot Subdivision, Phase 2, Map 3 as shown on a plat duly recorded in Plat Cabinet J at File 783, Union County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 8202 Stourhead Gardens Lane, Waxhaw, North Carolina.

Being a portion of the property as conveyed to Redus Charlotte Housing, LLC on 10/6/2009, in Book 5223, Page 320 in the Union County Public Registry.

Being the identical property as conveyed to Evergreen Homebuilders, LLC on 7/12/2007 in Book 4821, Page 572 in the Union County Public Registry.

PIN: 06165305 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party,

that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

closure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

of Union, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a point evidenced by a PK nail set 3.5 feet southeast of the centerline of N.C. Highway #205 which Beginning point is also located North 63 degrees 04 minutes 12 seconds East (based on North Carolina Grid North Meridian) 806.2 feet from the intersection of the centerline of said highway with the centerline of North Carolina Highway #218 and thence from the BEGINNING point with North Carolina Highway #205 North 54 degrees 08 minutes 42 seconds East 471.61 feet to a point evidenced by a nail set in the centerline of said highway, a corner with Benton A. Baucom property (Deed Book 409, Page 945); thence with Baucom property South 77 degrees 15 minutes 51 seconds East (passing an iron pipe found at 44.64 feet) for a total distance of 102.70 feet to a point evidenced by a planted stone by an existing sweet gum pointer and new iron pin witness, a common corner with Little property (Deed Book 648, Page 610); thence with the Little property South 16 degrees 17 minutes 12 seconds West 578.67 feet to a point evidenced by a 1 1/4” rebar, a common corner with Higgins property (Deed Book 365, Page 366); thence with the Higgins property North 46 degrees 41 minutes 00 seconds West (passing a 1 1/4 inch rebar found at 413.79 feet) for a total distance of 440.00 feet to the point and place of BE-

GINNING containing 3.02 acres more or less as shown upon unrecorded map of survey dated June 03, 1996

by William Guilford Martin, N.C.R.L.S., L-1466. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6302 Highway 205, Marshville, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments,

and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of fore-

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1234874 (FC.FAY) Publication Dates: 7/11/2018 & 7/18/2018

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1239781 (FC.FAY) Publication Dates: 7/11/2018 & 7/18/2018

10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1242707 (FC.FAY) Publication Dates: 7/11/2018 & 7/18/2018

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1243660 (FC.FAY) Publication Dates: 7/11/2018 & 7/18/2018

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-02620-FC02

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 18-05791-FC01

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1224862 (FC.FAY) PUBLICATION DATES: July 18, 2018 and July 25, 2018

which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1243118 (FC.FAY)

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TAKE NOTICE WAKE

15 SP 2612 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Thomas H. Lee, III and Sara Lee to Jennifer Grant, Trustee(s), which was dated August 10, 2012 and recorded on August 10, 2012 in Book 014879 at Page 02197, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substi-

18 SP 291 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by James A. Powell to Mark A. Reinhard, Trustee(s), which was dated April 28, 1999 and recorded on April 29, 1999 in Book 8301 at Page 1777, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is locat-

18 SP 1144 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by James W. Furbee, Jr. and Yvonne H. Barrett Furbee a/k/a Yvonne Barrett Furbee to TRSTE, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated May 31, 2001 and recorded on June 1, 2001 in Book 008944 at Page 00199, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Sub-

15 SP 1673 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Claude Edward Willie, III and Linda Shipman Willie to John Dyer, Trustee(s), which was dated January 23, 2006 and recorded on February 6, 2006 in Book 011806 at Page 02600, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door

15 SP 1750 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Eugene P. Porter to Atty. Christopher L. Peck, Trustee(s), which was dated June 15, 1998 and recorded on June 19, 1998 in Book 8085 at Page 2310, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute

15 SP 2785 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Melanie R. Hopkins and Edward Q. Hopkins to Robert L. Hamlin, Trustee(s), which was dated June 30, 1995 and recorded on July 3, 1995 in Book 6584 at Page 0022, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is

18 SP 255 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Arthur Williams and Mary Williams to James R. Manion, III, Trustee(s), which was dated May 17, 2002 and recorded on May 23, 2002 in Book 009425 at Page 02121, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August

17 SP 133 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Marlowe K. Earl FKA Virginia Rowe Carver to William Walt Pettit, Trustee(s), which was dated October 28, 2005 and recorded on November 4, 2005 in Book 011672 at Page 00988, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August 1, 2018 at 10:00AM,

18 SP 591 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Sulaiman Bah And Kelly Bah to Michael L. Riddle, Trustee(s), which was dated September 24, 2004 and recorded on September 29, 2004 in Book 011035 at Page 00840, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the

tuted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on July 23, 2018 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 250, Kelly West, Phase 1, as shown on that map recorded in Book of Maps 2000, Page 588, Wake County Registry Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 201 Kelly West Drive, Apex, NC 27502.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred

Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Thomas H. Lee, III and wife, Sara Lee.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 4521.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser

is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

ed, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on July 25, 2018 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 26, Section One of Worthdale Subdivision, as same is shown on map thereof recorded in Book of Maps 1958, page 20, Wake County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 2807 Croydon Street, Raleigh, NC 27610.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expira-

tion of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are James A. Powell.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the pur-

chaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 4521.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability

to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

stitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on July 25, 2018 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 15, Broadlands Subdivision, Phase 1-A as recorded in Book of Maps 1984, Page 1721, Wake County Registry.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 3325 Gatcombe Place, Raleigh, NC 27604.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining

amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Brookfield Capital, LLC. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession

by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 4521.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the

sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on July 30, 2018 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 1, Block B, Idlewood Village, Section One, as recorded in Book of Maps 1970, Page 228, Wake County Registry.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 2904 Snowberry Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PAR-

TY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Claude Edward Willie, III and wife, Linda Shipman Willie.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the

property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 4521.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowl-

edge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on July 30, 2018 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 11, Block I of Greenwood Forest, Section 3, Part B, as recorded in Book of Maps 1962, Page 117, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 531 East Cornwall Road, Cary, NC 27511.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu-

tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are All Lawful Heirs of Eugene P. Porter.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the pur-

chaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability

to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August 1, 2018 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 17, Dutchess Village Subdivision, Phase 2, Section 3, as shown on a map recorded in Book of Maps 1984, Page 1497, Wake County Registry, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of same.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 4521.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability

to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 110 Joel Court, Cary, NC 27513.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five per-

cent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Melanie R Hopkins and husband, Edward Q. Hopkins.

1, 2018 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING at a point in the southeastern edge of the right of way of Dennis Avenue, said point being in the dividing line between Lots No. 11 and 12, Block A, according to plat hereinafter referred to; thence with said dividing line South 33 degrees 21 minutes East 176.8 feet to a point on the bank of Bridgers Branch; thence with said branch South 8 degrees 27 minutes West 57.3 feet and South 31 degrees 20 minutes West 44 feet to a point in the dividing line between Lots Nos. 10 and 11, Block A according to said map hereinafter referred to; thence with said dividing line between Lots Nos. 10 and 11, Block A North 33 degrees 21 minutes West 238 feet to a point in the southeastern edge of the right of way of Dennis Avenue; thence with said right of way of Dennis Avenue North 56 degrees 39 minutes East 78 feet to a point of BEGINNING, and being all of Lot No. 11, Block A according to plat entitled “Subdivision Map No. 3, Woodcrest, Raleigh, N.C., dated July, 1956, prepared by Herndon Edgerton, Engineer, and

recorded in Book of Maps 1957, Page 13 Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 716 Dennis Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, ease-

ments, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Arthur L. Williams and Mary M. Williams.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 4521.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING at a point on the Northwest side of Mordecai Drive, said point being 65.5 feet in a northeasterly direction from the intersection of Cedar Street with Mordecai Drive, and runs thence with Mordecai Drive North 33 degrees 01 minutes East 60 feet to an iron pipe; thence North 57 degrees 10 minutes West 174.6 feet to an iron pipe in the East side of Person Street; thence with the East side of Person Street South 09 degrees 28 minutes West 65.4 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 57 degrees 10 minutes East 148.5 feet to the point and place of the BEGINNING, being a part of lots 239 and 240 of Mordecai Place as shown on map in Book of Maps 1920 at Page 110 Wake County Registry, Raleigh, North Carolina.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 1103 Mordecai Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Virginia Ann Rowe Carver a/k/a Marlowe K. Earl.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a

bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on August 3, 2018 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 26, GREENPARK TOWNES, Building N as shown recorded in Book of Maps 2002, Page 7881, Wake County Registry.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 4826 Parkville Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are im-

mediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Sulaiman Bah and wife, Kelly Bah. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession

by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a

bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Together with all of Grantor’s right and interest in and to the “10’ Private Easement” over, under and across Lot 18 as shown on the aforesaid recorded plat.

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 15-17668-FC01

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 11-17920-FC03

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-08300-FC02

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 15-09293-FC01

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-20121-FC01

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 15-07838-FC01

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 17-18251-FC01

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-13161-FC01

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 18-02318-FC01

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