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Waiting on Dorian; Pender makes preparations T h e Pe n d e r C o u n t y Emergency Operations Center will be fully activated Wednesday to deal with Hurricane Dorian. “We have plenty of time to get our processes down and get ready. We have to prepare the shelters,�

Pender County Emergency Manager Tom Collins said. “Our resources are

there.�

Three shelters – Malpass Corner Elementary, Cape Fear Middle, and Topsail Elementary – will likely be open Wednesday morning as evacuation of dangerous areas begin. “We recommend that people who live in substandard housing, who are living in FEMA trailers or their own trailers come to the shelters,� said Collins.� Evacuations need

FEMA to give $4.1 million for flood property in Pender From Staff Reports With Hurricane Dorian bearing down on Pender County, officials are still dealing with the aftermath of Florence less than a year ago.

The State of North Carolina and FEMA announced more than $4.1 million to eliminate flood risks at certain repetitively damaged properties in Pender County following Hurricane Florence. “Pender County is pleased to be able to assist our citizens through this long-term recovery process and looks forward to additional opportunities,� said Kyle Breuer, Planning and Community Development director. “These mitigation actions will help us meet our goal of becoming more resilient from future storm events.�

The funds will acquire 25 residential structures in Pender County to convert them to open spaces and conserve natural floodplain functions. “This is an important step in our long-term recovery from Hurricane Florence,� said George Brown, Pender County Chairman Board of Commissioners. “These properties were at risk of continued flood damage.�

FEMA reimburses 75 percent of eligible costs and the remaining 25 percent is covered by the state.

FEMA’s share for these projects is nearly $3.1 million and the state’s share is more than $1 million.

The federal share is paid directly to the state to

outages. During the storm, it is important to stay off the road Weather conditions will deteriorate on Thursday. We will probably see 24 hours of wind.

If you see water on the road, don’t drive through it. There might be no road underneath the water.�

After Florence, Duke Power did extensive work in Pender County to cut back right-of-ways and reinforce the power system.

Not another hurricane

Collins is hoping this will help prevent wide-spread and lengthy power outages. “If you see a power line down, stay away and call the power company or 911,� Collins said. “If it’s a real emergency, call 911.

For anything else, call the EOC and we will get the resources and help out to whoever needs it.�

The Pender EOC number is 259-1210.

McEwen named county manager

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to be done before the galeforce winds arrive, so that is Wednesday during daylight hours.�

With the track of the

storm still uncertain, Collins says the county is pre paring for a strong storm, with much less rain than Hurricane Florence almost a year ago. “There could be some flash flooding, but most likely it will flood in the usual places when ditches and streams along roads overflow. With the wind, there could be downed trees as well. We are expecting sporadic power

Assistant County Manager Chad McEwen has been tapped to replace outgoing manager Randall Woodruff, who will be leaving in midOctober to become manager of Brunswick County. “Chad is an excellent choice for manager. It will be a seamless transition,�

Woodruff said.

McEwen was most recently manager of the town of Burgaw. Woodruff said the search for a new assistant manager will begin immediately.

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Pender County Emergency Management Director Tom Collins talks with county staff, school ofďŹ cials, law enforcement, emergency medical and ďŹ re department representatives Monday morning in the county Emergency Operations Center. Less than a year after Hurricane Florence hit Pender County hard, another storm threatens county residents.

Pender under emergency state as hurricane approaches

Surf City councilman indicted on election charges

From Staff Reports The Pender County District Attorneys office has charged Surf City Councilman Jeremy Shugarts with six felony counts of election violation.

In February of 2019, the Pender/New Hanover County District Attorney’s Office received a citizen complaint concer ning the residency status of Shugarts, a member of the Surf City Town Council.

This is an elected position, which requires candidates

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Highway historical marker recognizes St. Helena Russian Orthodox Church From Staff Reports In 1932, 30 families from an area known today as Ukraine settled in an agricultural colony established

by Wilmington businessman Hugh MacRae. The community of Saint Helena was initially settled by Italians but did not thrive.

The Ukrainians established North Carolina’s first Orthodox Greek Catholic Church in 1932 in the Pender County community, and Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Greek Catholic Church will be recognized with a N.C. Highway Historical marker Thursday, Sept. 12 at 10:30 a.m.

Today nonagenarian sisters Mary Balkan and Ann Mizerak, along with Ann’s son David, gather every Sunday at 10 a.m. to listen to the liturgy from a CD player. The parish can no longer support a priest.

They gather in the sanctuary of the brick church built in the traditional Byzantine style complete with cupola and onion shaped dome.

Ukrainian born John Boruch moved to the U.S. in 1897 and was priest in

Passaic, N.J. before coming to North Carolina in 1932 to serve as the first parish priest.

The country’s oldest Russian Orthodox church was established in Alaska in 1794. By 1917 there were 350 in America due largely to parish self-governance sparked by the Russian Revolution. In North Carolina there are Russian Orthodox parishes in Durham and Fletcher, and all three affiliate with the Greek Catholic Church to maintain administrative separation from the Roman Catholic Church.

The church will be open for viewing and will have a brief ceremony for the marker dedication, followed by light refreshments after the dedication.

For additional information on the dedication call Mike Taylor at Pender County Library (910) 2595113. For information on the Highway Marker Program call (919) 814-6620.

The N.C. Highway Historical Marker Program is within the Office of Archives and History and administered by the N.C. De-

The public is invited to attend a presentation at Poplar Grove Plantation entitled Bridging the

Divide: Healing Historical Trauma by Building Community. The event will be held Sept. 21 from 1-3:30 p.m. Filmmaker/professional counselor Frederick DeShon Murphy and film-

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maker/educator Claudia Stack, along with Dr. Richard T. Newkirk, a former sharecropper and HBCU alumnus, will lead a discussion about historical trauma.

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lowing statement: “Mr. Shugarts takes these charges very seriously and is prepared to address them in the proper forum.”

His next court appearance is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 30.

Continued from page 1A six indictments of election violations.

C a t h l e e n S u m n e r, Shugarts attorney at the hearing, issued the fol-

FEMA Continued from page 1A disburse to local governments.

The agency provides funding for property acquisitions through its Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.

HMGP funding encourages states and local govern-

Emergency Continued from page 1A signed a Pender County State of Emergency.

Preparations are being made by Pender County Emergency Management, Pender County Health and Human Services, with the cooperation of the American Red Cross, Pender County Schools, and the Pender County Sheriff ’s Department, three shelters will be activated – Malpass Corner Elementary, Topsail Elementary School, and Cape Fear Middle School.

“Cape Fear Middle School is a pet-friendly shelter and will serve special needs,” said Carolyn Moser, Pender County Health and Human Services director. “All shelters will open Wednesday,

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“All Pender County government departments will supply personnel to work in shelters, report damage assessments, answer emergency telephones, and a myriad of other tasks,” said George Brown, Chairman of the Pender County Board of Commissioners.

“We urge residents to prepare for this storm with supplies to sustain for several days. We urge residents to seek safe shelter – especially our residents in substandard housing or travel trailers.”

Pender County Emergency Management will post updates on the Facebook page at facebook.com/penderem and on the website http:// www.penderem.com. If you need assistance call the EM office at 910- 259-1210.

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Opinion Thursday, September 5, 2019, Page 3A

Welcome to my world

Regina Hill Post & Voice Columnist

The Packhouse As I sit on my grandparents’ porch, I realize how much the landscape has changed. The familiar smells of collards and vinegar no longer dance from the open window.

My grandfather’s deep, sure voice, lilting with its soothing southern drawl, is silent now.

The sounds of my grandma’s bedroom slippers, shuffling back and forth from stove to table, have been replaced by the bare feet of her great grandchildren as they play chase through her small house, a scolding by cousins, aunts and extended family close behind.

I coax my memory to replay the busy chatter and the taste of warm biscuits dipped in sticky molasses. At once, I’m saddened by the loss of it all. I berate myself for rushed moments and every lost opportunity to sit on that front porch for the sole purpose of simply being there. The security of simplicity is missing now as my self-involved world threatens to swallow me whole.

I survey this still life of my childhood and it relieves me that the packhouse stands constant.

The silhouette sitting across the heavily traveled road is different now, its hub empty of tightly packed bunches of browning tobacco leaves curing in rafters.

The old building looks smaller but remains steady despite the trials offered by hurricanes and time. My grandfather knew the consequences of short cuts and took pride in the daily example hard work provided for his children and grandchildren.

This structure, built with his own hands, is strong.

Drivers, consumed with efficiency and the next task on the never-ending to-do list, hurry past the packhouse every day. I’m sure many have never even noticed it. In the rush, backgrounds tend to fade, invisible for being too familiar. The packhouse, however, is more than wood and nails, alive with memories and stories. When my daddy and his brothers were younger, the packhouse was a boxing ring.

My grandfather did not have the time, nor the inclination, to involve himself in the conflicts of his children. He didn’t engage in analyses of their motives or require them to talk it out. Wrestling and paybacks kept conflicts and norms in check, birthing an informal hierarchy.

Sure, there was an occasional black eye, but it worked and I’ve yet to witness a stronger love than that held between Ed, Larry, Leland, Gene and Wade. Although Aunt Tes, the youngest and only daughter, was a bystander Continued on page 4A

Jefferson Weaver

Cape Verde, Viennas and helping hands When Cape Verde burps, we get indigestion.

I’m willing to bet most folks never heard of Cape Verde until the modern era of weather forecasting; it’s a little spot off the African coast where everything comes together and creates bad storms. It’s sent some significant events our way through the years, considering how insignificant it is most of the time.

I am not going to bore and bewilder you with El Ninos and La Ninas and invests and lows and highs and water temperatures today. We all know there’s a storm coming, and it might come here, less than a year after the uninvited, drunken Florence meandered around and messed with us. She came two years after Matthew’s misery.

There’s a storm coming, and there’s not a dang thing we can do to prevent it.

But there’s a whole lot we can do.

Our household began preparing last week; I saw plenty of other folks doing the same this weekend, some with more emotion than necessary, some with an almost party like enthusiasm. There were folks who were willing to wait their turns, and others who would cut you for the last can of Vienna sausages.

I was talking with a friend Saturday, and she was distraught. Her community has been hit repeatedly by floods, and she doesn’t know if she can handle it again. She doesn’t know what she can do.

I tried to help her, and suggested she check on one person, then another. Helping somebody else always makes me feel better.

I realized right then and there I needed to practice what I was

Jefferson Weaver preaching.

Another friend of mine, Greg Sibbett, took it one step farther about the same time. He shared his suggestion that every single person contact ten others. He was more worried about those who are in wheelchairs or have other disabilities, but he noted that everybody needs a friend sometimes. It doesn’t take much – just a phone call, a text, or even better, a visit. Considering the stores are about sold out of anything anybody could possibly need this late in the game, and the television and internet are in all apocalypse, all the time mode, it’s not like there’s anything else to do except work.

So I want to ask you – who are the people in your ten? Is it the tired, harried single mom working retail as people scream for more AA batteries and bottled water? Maybe it’s the man caring for his aged mom. Maybe a coworker. Maybe a friend who just can’t catch a break. Maybe

it’s the policeman who patrols your neighborhood, or the spouse of an LEO who worries every day that something bad will happen.

Maybe your ten includes your preacher; people don’t realize that carrying the load of the flock can weigh down the shepherd and his family.

Maybe your ten includes the homeless man on the corner, the migrant family down the road, the woman with the Downs’ Syndrome child or the widow who always waves as you drive by her house.

There are more examples than I have space to suggest, and besides, if you have eyes and are reading this, you can likely see someone who could benefit from a “How y’all doin’?” call.

The people who study such say we humans are social animals; we require contact with other humans to remain healthy.

Some of us do better on our own for longer periods than others,

Meal service delivery options for seniors Dear Savvy Senior What types of healthy meal delivery options can you recommend for seniors who live at home, but don’t cook and don’ t get out much. Since mom passed away, my dad’s diet is terrible and I worry about his health.

Long-Distance Daughter Dear Long-Distance, There are various healthy meal service delivery options available to non-cooking seniors who live at home, but what’s available to your dad will depend on his location and budget. Here are several to check into.

Senior meal programs A good place to start is to find out if there’s a senior home delivery meal program in your dad’s area. Meals on Wheels is the largest program that most people are familiar with, but many communities offer senior meal delivery programs sponsored by other organizations that go by different names.

To find services available in your dad’s area, visit MealsOnWheels A m e r i c a . o r g , wh i ch offers a comprehensive directory on their website, or call the area aging agency near your dad.

Contact the Eldercare Locator at 800-677-1116 to get the number.

Most home delivered meal programs across the U.S. deliver hot meals daily or several times a week, usually around the lunch hour, to seniors over age 60 who have problems preparing meals for themselves, as well as those with disabilities.

Weekend meals, usually frozen, may also be available, along with special

diets (diabetic, low-sodium, kosher, etc.). Most of these programs typically charge a small fee (usually between $2 and $6) or request a donation, while some may be free to lowincome seniors.

Online meal delivery Another option that’s a bit more expensive is to purchase your dad’s meals online and have them delivered to his home. There are a number of companies that offer this type of service like Magic Kitchen (magickitchen.com), Home Bistro (homebistro. com), Personal Chef To Go (personalcheftogo.com), G o o d M e a s u re M e a l s (goodmeasuremeals.com), and many others.

These companies offer a wide variety of tasty meal choices, and will usually post the nutrition information for their meals right on their website. Most companies will also cater to a host of dietary and medical needs, such as low-sodium and low-carb meals, diabetic meals, gluten-free, dairyfree, and vegetarian options.

Most of the food arrives frozen, but a few c o m p a n i e s s h i p fo o d fresh. Prices generally start at around $10 to $13 per meal, plus shipping, however most companies provide discounts or free shipping when you order meals in bulk.

Grocery stores and restaurants Depending on where your dad lives, he may

also be able to get home delivered meals from local grocery stores or restaurants. Some grocery stores offer a selection of pre-cooked meals and foods, including roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, and fresh soups and salads. Contact the grocery stores in your dad’s area to inquire about this option. Or check with some of his favorite restaurants to see if they offer home delivery.

Personal chefs Another option for non-cooking seniors with a bigger budget is to hire a personal chef from time to time. A personal chef can provide your dad with a do-it-all service that will help plan his meals, do the g rocery shopping and prepare him several weeks worth (or more) of tasty meals in his home, which he can freeze and eat whenever he wants. Or, they can prepare it in their own kitchen and deliver it.

Chef ’s fees range between $200 and $300 plus groceries. He may be able to save money by sharing meals with you or another family member, or a friend or neighbor.

To find a personal chef in your dad’s area, check the listings at the American Personal & Private Chef Association (personalchef.com) or the United States Personal Chef Association (hireachef.com).

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

but when there’s a crisis, there’s an atavistic need to hear a voice, or even just see another person, so we’re not alone.

I hope that by the time you read this, your family’s plan is put together. You know if you’re going or staying and when. You have made provision for your pets. Your home is secure as it can be. Somebody knows where you will be if and when Dorian rolls through here like an unwanted in-law who needs beer money.

I want to ask you to follow my friend Greg’s lead, and choose your ten. Ask them to find ten of their own. It doesn’t take much, and it’s better to hear a voice before a storm than to try to identify it afterward.

Some of us lost homes and furniture and photographs and hope during Matthew and Florence. Some of us regained new hope when others stepped up for even the little things. Sadly, some of us are still hurting horribly from the past hurricanes.

Some of us came through both unscathed.

All of us can help somebody.

Pick your ten. Touch base with them. Have a word of prayer, or share a cold drink.

Crack a joke. Make plans to help each other in case something bad happens. Make plans to help someone else if something good happens.

Cape Verde burped, and we got indigestion.

But there’s no upset stomach that can defeat Southeastern North Carolina.

We’ve been there, done that and the t-shirt is old and faded now.

We’ve got this.

Find your ten.

Lori’s Stories

Lori Kirkpatrick Watching Hurricane Dorian inch its way toward us brings a flood of memories from not quite a year ago. Many are still recovering from the destruction that Florence left behind, making it seem impossible that the same thing could happen again so soon. This time last week, my biggest concerns were meeting the normal demands of my daily schedule. At the blink of an eye, my attention has turned from those everyday challenges to finding myself in full survival mode.

I remind myself to be prepared, not scared. And so I begin the preparation ritual. I check off the list - I’ve done all my prep shopping, cleaned up the yard, dug out all my supplies. Time to do laundry and all the other things I won’t be able to accomplish without power and when water becomes a luxury item. Then I think of my family, friends and

elderly neighbors that might need help preparing themselves. Once again, I am reminded of what is truly important.

As I watch the heartbreaking videos of what the people in the Bahamas are experiencing, all the things I’m working so hard to protect become far less important. In one video, a woman with a four-month-old baby begs to anyone that will listen, “Please pray for us” as she stands in the hurricaneforce winds, watching the water rise from a building without a roof.

All that matters now is that we get through this safely and that we do it together. We’ll do what we can to secure our homes, but the people are what truly matters. This storm is massive and unpredictable, and it forces each of us to acknowledge that there is something much bigger than any of us.

There are many things that we can’t control, but there are a few things we can do. We can remind ourselves that God is God and we are not. He is in control even when our feelings tell us otherwise.

We can reach out to our neighbors, our families and our friends to lend a hand with whatever is needed. We can pray to the One who sees and hears us. We can remember what is important, and we can practice that every day – in the storms of life and after they pass.

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SIMPLE IRA: In 2019, you can put in up to $13,000 — or $16,000 if you’re 50 or older — to a SIMPLE IRA. As is the case with the SEP-IRA, your earnings grow tax deferred. You can match your employees’ contributions dollar for dollar, up to three percent of compensation. If you work for yourself, you can combine employee and employer contributions, so if you use the 3 percent matching rule, and you earn enough to fully match employee contributions, you can put in up to $26,000 per year (or $32,000 if you’re 50 or older).

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Continued from page 3A of this amateur fight club, she inherited the grit necessary to introduce new boyfriends to five overprotective brothers.

One of the most fascinating packhouse stories was its use as FBI headquarters during the 1980s. My Uncle Ed, who would later serve as Onslow County Sheriff for a quarter of a century, was a deputy with the department at the time, working a kidnapping and ransom case. The suspects, a married couple, lived down the road from my grandparents and were being surveilled as part of an investigation into the abduction of a local

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“Owner-only” 401(k) plan: If you have no employees other than your spouse, you can establish an “owner-only” 401(k) plan, which functions similarly to a 401(k) plan offered by a large employer.

Between salary deferral and profit sharing, you can contribute up to $56,000, in pre-tax dollars, to your owner-only 401(k), or $62,000 if you’re 50 or older. Like a SEP-IRA and SIMPLE IRA, a 401(k) provides the potential to accumulate tax-deferred earnings. However, you could choose to open a Roth 401(k), which can be funded with after-tax dollars.

With a Roth 401(k), your earnings can grow taxfree, provided you’ve had your account at least five years and you don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re at least 59-1/2.

Which plan is right for you? The answer depends on several factors, such as whether you have any employees and how much money you can contribute each year. But all the plans mentioned above are generally easy to establish, and the administrative costs are usually minimal.

Most important, any one of them can help you build some of the resources you’ll need to enjoy the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned. To select an appropriate plan, you may want to consult with your tax and financial advisors.

In any case, don’t wait too long. Time goes by quickly, and when you re a ch t h at d ay wh e n you’re a “former” business owner, you’ll want to be prepared.

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realtor’s mother as well as the wife of a physician in Wilmington.

The once mundane regularity of my rural road at once became a hub of criminal intrigue as we sat waiting to be interviewed by 20/20 reporters who never made the scene.

As I sit on that front porch, I realize that what I had is within me – a gift that must not be wasted.

Now, I share it with you, the best that I can, and hope that you will carry it, too. I am, for my own children, the past and the future. I will try my best to live a life that would make my grandparents proud as I whisper a reminder to appreciate more fully the markers of this life when their absence provides no other choice.

Moores Creek Battlefield closed until storm passes Superintendent Matthew Woods announced that due to the uncertainty of incoming Hurricane Dorian’s pathway, and with the projection for many inches of rain that could cause flooding on the rural roads surrounding the

park, Moores Creek National Battlefield closed at noon Sept. 3, until after the storm passes. A determination will be made about park operations once assessments have been made about access to the park.

Pender County parks closed Due to the uncertainty of incoming Hurricane Dorian’s track and the projection of significant rainfall, Doug Shipley, Pender County Parks and Recreation director, announced

Pender County parks closed at noon Tuesday, Sept. 3, until after the storm passes.

“After the storm, a determination will be made when to open park operations,” said Shipley.

County meetings postponed The Planning Board meeting Sept. 4 has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.

The public UDO input meeting scheduled for Sept. 5 has been cancelled and will be rescheduled as well.

Dorian strongest hurricane in NW Bahamas in modern time Hurricane Dorian strengthened to a catastrophic Category 5 hurricane Sunday morning before making three landfalls in the northern Bahamas. Dorian made its first landfall on Elbow Cay in the Bahamas, at 12:45 p.m. Sunday, with maximum sustained winds of 185 mph and gusts over 220 mph.

A second landfall occurred shortly thereafter over Marsh Harbour, on the island of Great Abaco, with the same intensity. The third landfall occurred along the eastern shores of Grand Bahama Island late Sunday evening. Dorian continued to produce category 5 strength, with winds topping 180 mph.

The National Hurricane Center said Dorian was the strongest hurricane in modern record-keeping for the northwestern Bahamas and it was tied for the strongest Atlantic hurricane landfall on record with the 1935 Labor Day hurricane. The powerful storm continued blasting the Bahamas into Monday morning, becoming nearly stationary as it moved at 1 mph. But Dorian may spare the eastern coast of Florida a direct hit by a very close margin. Impacts along the Florida coast will still be damaging even without a landfalling hurricane.

The hurricane has made the westward turn forecasters had been predicting, but the turn to the north is becoming more likely to occur before it reaches the east coast of Florida. And the storm looked forbidding in satellite imagery.

“The eye is as frightening an eye as you will ever see,” AccuWeather Chief Broadcast Meteorologist Bernie Reyno said discussing the latest infrared satellite images to come in on Sunday night. “In fact, it is almost a perfect circle.”

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION RALEIGH DOCKET NO. E-2, SUB 1215 BEFORE THE NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION In the Matter of Application of Duke Energy Progress, LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Convenience and Necessity to Construct Approximately 4.6 Miles of New 230 kV Transmission Line in the northeast area of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 13, 2019, Duke Energy Progress, LLC (DEP or Applicant) filed with the North Carolina Utilities Commission (Commission) an application to obtain a certificate of environmental compatibility and public convenience and necessity to construct approximately 4.6 miles of new 230 kV transmission line in New Hanover County, North Carolina.

The preferred route originates at the site of the proposed Porters Neck Substation, located between U.S. Highway 17 and Porters Neck Road in New Hanover County, North Carolina. The route exits the substation site to the northwest and extends for approximately 380 feet before turning north-northwest for approximately 875 feet while crossing U.S. Highway 17. The route then continues north for approximately 3,170 feet before turning west- northwest.

From this point, the preferred route extends approximately 8,105 feet and crosses the alignment for the proposed Hampstead Bypass. The route then extends north for approximately 6,105 feet, crosses Sidbury Road, and then continues to the north for another 2,980 feet. The preferred route alignment then continues to the northwest for approximately 2,555 feet before terminating at a selected tap location along the existing Castle Hayne – Folkstone 230 kV transmission line.

Anyone wishing to view Duke Energy Progress’ certificate application report and/or the detailed maps concerning this project may do so at either the Office of the Chief Clerk of the Commission, Dobbs Building, 430 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27603 or at the following Duke Energy Progress location: 1451 Military Cutoff Road, Wilmington, North Carolina 28403. Please contact Brian R. West at 1-910-256-7223 prior to the visit. The filing is also available on the Commission’s web site, www.ncuc. net. (Search for Docket No. E-2, Sub 1215) The Commission has scheduled the application for public witness hearing at 7:00 p.m., on October 23, 2019, at the New Hanover Courthouse, 316 Princess Street, Wilmington, North Carolina. This hearing may be cancelled if no significant protests are received subsequent to public notice.

Persons desiring to intervene as formal parties of record should file a verified petition under Commission Rules R1-5 and R1-64 no later than Wednesday, October 9, 2019. Such a petition should be filed with the Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4300.

Intervenors shall also file the direct testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses with the Commission on or before October 9, 2019.

Persons desiring to send written statements to inform the Commission of their position in the matter should address their statements to the North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4300 and reference Docket No. E-2, Sub 1215. Such written statements will be included in the Commission’s official files. Written statements are not considered competent evidence unless persons appear at a public witness hearing and testify concerning the information contained in their written statements. The Public Staff of the Utilities Commission, through its Executive Director, is authorized by statute to represent the using and consuming public in proceedings before the Commission. Statements to the Executive Director should be addressed to Mr. Chris Ayers, Executive Director, Public Staff-North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4326 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4300. The Attorney General is also authorized to represent the using and consuming public in proceedings before the Commission. Statements to the Attorney General should be addressed to: The Honorable Josh Stein, Attorney General of North Carolina, 9001 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-9004.

ISSUED BY ORDER OF THE COMMISSION. This the 15th day of August, 2019.

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Saturday, September 7, 2019 (Rain Date September 8, 2019)

8:00 am ‘til 1:00 pm

586 Sloop Point Road, Hampstead, NC The Second Annual Hampstead Community-wide Garage Sale in Hampstead Kiwanis Park Sponsored By

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The Jericho Principal

By Dr. Ray W. Mendenhall Contributing Writer Joshua commanded the children to shout and the walls came a tumblin’ down‌From the spiritual Joshua fit the battle of Jericho.I have come that they might have life and have it abundantly.

John 10:10 Erecting barriers seems to be a persistent human past time. From the moment that Adam and Eve realized that they were naked (a condition that was a direct result of disobeying God), we hu-

man have created distance between us and others, invisible walls if you will to close us in and others out.

As we contemplate in this day the need for walls, the plans to build walls both visible and invisible in our world, perhaps it would be good to recall the oft quoted poem

by Robert Frost entitled Mending Walls. In the poem Frost recounts the annual task undertaken at the beginning of spring, when he and his neighbor go about shoring up the walls between their properties, mending the bits that have fallen in disrepair through the fall and

winter. As they work the neighbor intones advice proffered by his Father, “good fences make good neighbors,� but Frost is not so sure.

Before I build a wall, “he muses,� I’d ask what I was walling in or walling out.� Then in a moment of mischief as he says or in clarity perhaps, Frost observes, “Something there is that doesn’t love a wall.

That wants it down.

Jesus built many things through his words and life on earth. He built a new view of God, a God of love and not anger or impassion. He built bridges to people from all walks of

life with a special place in his heart for the dispossessed, the downtrodden, the forgotten, those for the most part left out and cast aside. He built up lives and new ways of seeing. He built up structures and new ways of relating one to another.

He built up such things as hope and love and peace and compassion. He shared a new vision of a life of servanthood rather than self-preservation.

What is interesting in all this is that Jesus never built a wall, visible or invisible. If anything, Jesus broke down walls, selfimposed barriers, and

He crossed boundaries as a matter of principle.

The woman at the well and the woman caught in adultery; the blind beggar by the road, the cripple man at the pool of Bethesda, the demoniac in the graveyard, the 10 lepers, Zacchaeus the tax collector up a tree; all of them people that society walled out, pushed away, and excluded. But Jesus crossed the boundaries, tore down the barriers and broke down the walls of prejudice, indifference and neglect.

Something there is in the mysterious cosmos of existence that doesn’t

like a wall, that wants it down. Something there is that encounters every wall and challenges it.

Something there is that meets all the boundaries and barriers we build and walks through them and beyond. It is Jesus. It is in the end the spirit and power of Jesus that comes to break down the dividing walls of human distance and distain to build a better people, a better life for all, a vastly more compassionate world. It is Jesus that faces the walls of our world and our time, visible and invisible, and wants them down for the love of God.

Not a popularity contest

By Rev. Ken Smith Atkinson Baptist Church Contributing Writer These are the twelve he appointed: Simon (to whom he gave the name Peter), James son of Zebedee and his brother John (to them he gave the name Boanerges, which means “sons of thunder�), Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed him. Mark 3:16-19 Jesus’ ministry attracted such large crowds that it became hard for him to get away. Rarely, could he get alone by himself to pray, relax or walk beside the Sea of Galilee. The crowds demanded to be near Him. Jesus needed a way to redistribute the ministry he was giving to the people of Israel.

One day Jesus got alone

with His closest followers and chose a few of them to become His specially designated associates. The gospel writer Mark says, “He appointed twelve that they might be with Him and that He might send them out to preach and to have authority to drive out demons� (Mark 3:1415).

If we tried to list the disciple we would probably write down the same names that most people would remember.

No doubt we would name Peter, and certainly Judas.

Maybe we’d list the names Andrew, John and James.

Very likely, that would be the end of our list of disciples we could recall. We might not even recognize the names Thaddaeus, Bartholomew, Simon the Zealot or James the son of Alphaeus.

We should understand that not every success-

ful follower of Christ becomes famous. While some who make full-time commitments to serve the Lord will become well known while others who do just as much good work for the Kingdom of God will never be mentioned by the crowds. Not every pastor will have their own radio program, television show or even write a Christian book, but is that what God really requires from every minister of the Good News?

Recognition and public acclaim are not the point to being a follower of Jesus Christ. Whether people remember our names is no measure of success in Christ’s service. The only thing that matters is that God knows how you and I live and serve Him. So long as we follow His commandments faithfully, we will receive the description of being suc-

cessful.

You don’t have to become rich, powerful or famous be successful in God’s sight. Never forget that God measures achievement not in terms of public recognition, but in terms of faithfulness to Him and His cause. I encourage you to not underestimate your ability to serve the Lord in whatever capacity He calls you to do.

Since we are called to be faithful and not famous, then we should be ready to share the Gospel at any moment. Rehearse your testimony, pray for God to enable you to share in a loving way, and have a Bible or Gospel tract on hand in case a situation arises in your path. I believe that God will give his followers divine opportunities to share our faith or build relationships that will one day enable you to

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Loraine Oliver Moore IVANHOE -- Mrs. Lorraine Oliver Moore, 85, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, with her loving family by her side.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, August 30th at 2:00 pm at Ivanhoe Baptist Church with Rev. Melvin Hall, Dr. Lynn Bullock and Rev. David Lancaster officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Born on December 10, 1933 in Sampson County, Lorraine was the daughter of the late James “Jim�

Rayford Oliver and Jannie Bell Blackburn Oliver. She was a dedicated member of Ivanhoe Baptist Church where she sang in the choir, taught Sunday School and was a member of several church committees over the years. She was the owner of Ivanhoe Blueberry Farms and took pride in her business and being a part of her community. She was a member of the Sampson County Board of Education from December of 1978 until June of 1990, serving a chair several years. She

was recognized in 1985 for her dedication for continued improvement in the Sampson County Schools with the NCSBA Raleigh Dingman Award. She was a great supporter and advisor for the Sampson Community College Foundation Board. She joined the Foundation Board in 2005 after establishing the Mary Teachey Moore Memorial Scholarship to help students pursuing a career in education. She sponsored the fountain at the front entrance of the college in memory of Mary as well.

Recently, she contributed as a lead donor to the Develop the East Campaign for the college greenspace and community recreation project. She was a lifelong advocate for education in Sampson County. Additionally, Mrs. Lorraine served her community by serving as member of the Black River Health Services from July 1996 to June 2011.

Mrs. Lorraine loved gardening and was known for her country cooking, especially her old-fashioned pound cake and mouth-watering southern breakfast.

She was a kind-hearted, compassionate woman who loved the Lord and her family more than anything.

Mrs. Lorraine was humble, happy to share conversation and overjoyed to talk about her children and grandchildren, her years as both member and chairwoman as member of the Sampson County Board of Education, her church, her community and her pride in a business that has grown from a small family

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fruit farm into a multiple farm operation that has put her family and her blueberries on the map.

She was a woman driven by determination to uphold the values she believes in and teach them to future generations. She will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her – because to know her, was to love her.

She is survived by her daughter, Laurel Jane Moore Lockamy and fiancĂŠ, Richard Fann; sons: H. Neil Moore and wife, Mary Sue, Willie R. Moore and wife, Angela, all of Ivanhoe; sisters: Lottie O. Herndon and husband, Harold and Reva O. Upright and husband, Walt, also of Ivanhoe; brother, Earl Clayton Oliver and wife, Ruth of Garland; and eight grandchildren: Matthew John Moore (Morgan), Daniel Rayford Moore (Brittany), Jenna Moore Wells (Steven), Sarah Bailee Lockamy, Hannah Laura Lockamy, Anna Louise Moore, Caroline Nicole Rankin and Robert Richard Rankin. She was also blessed with five greatgrandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Har ry Edward Moore; daughter, Mary Teachey Moore; daughter-in-law, Nancy Lamb Moore and son-in-law, Sam Michael Lockamy.

The family will receive friends on Thursday evening, August 29th from 6-8 pm at Royal-Hall Funeral Home; and other times at the home of Willie and Angela Moore, 3394 Ivanhoe

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Dorthy Marie Jensen Naumuk BURGAW -- Dorothy Marie Jensen Naumuk, age 94 of Burgaw, passed away peacefully Thursday August 29, 2019 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center, after a fall.

She was born May 23, 1925 in Queens N.Y., daughter of the late Paul and Clemence Fleuren Jensen.

She attended Newtown High School, Hunter College, Bellevue School of Nursing, and Long Island College. Later in life, she studied foreign languages, earning degrees in French and Spanish from UNCW. In the closing years of WWII, Dorothy received her RN nursing degree through the Army Cadet Nurses Program. Afterward, she worked as a public health nurse in Pender County and then, for many years, as nurse anesthetist for Pender Memorial Hospital, touching many lives. She once joked that she had probably put half the population of the county to sleep at one time or another.

She married Wasyl Naumuk, Jr., raised a son and a daughter, and became a proud member of the St. Helena community that her Belgian immigrant grandparents had settled in 1916. She worshipped at

St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, the third generation of her family to do so.

After retiring, Dorothy traveled extensively in Canada, Central America, Europe, and Scandinavia, reconnecting with family members, exploring her genealogy, and establishing many new and lasting friendships.

Predeceased by her parents, her husband, and brother, Norman F. Jensen, she is survived by her daughter Mary Ann Frear (Larry) of Lancaster Ohio, her son, Paul Naumuk (Patti Young) of Wilmington, seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends 10-11 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 4 at Harrell’s Funeral Home.

Funeral Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 4, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Reverend Father Joseph Ntuwa will conduct the service. Burial will be in Mt. Sinai, NY. Online condolences can be made at www.harrellsfh.com. The family was served by Harrell’s Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

of Burgaw and formerly of Fayetteville, a loving mom, wife and daughter who fought her battles, but was always able to stay true to her faith passed away peacefully at home on Aug. 27, 2019 on the wings of her angels.

She was born Jan. 14, 1965 in Cumberland County, the daughter of Mary Powers James and the late Robert Daniel Thompson.

Also remembered is her sister, Selina Thompson who preceded Nancy in death.

In addition to her mother, Nancy is survived by her daughter, Heather Chisenhall (Bryan); son, Robert “Bobby� Ross Caroon (Christina Mayhew); g randchildren, Schuyler Chisenhall and Liam Chrisenhall; step-mother, Marjorie Thompson; brother, Scott Thompson; sisters, Kay Purcell and Jackie Cass; aunt, Nancy Thompson; significant other, Scott A. Robbins; many extended family and friends.

A gathering of family and friends was 3-6 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019 at her aunt Nancy Thompson’s home, 330 Collinwood Drive, Fayetteville.

Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com A service of QuinnMcGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel.

Nancy Louise Thompson Willetts BURGAW -- Nancy Louise Thompson Willetts, 54,

Hampstead American Legion Post 167 plans bingo night Sept. 7

By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Staff Writer American Legion Post 167 in Hampstead will hold a Bingo Night Sept. 7. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and Bingo will begin at 7 p.m.

Seating is limited, so participants are encouraged to arrive early. A total of $1,500 in prize money is expected to be awarded.

To reserve a seat, an entry pack must be purchased. $15, $20, $25 and $30 packs will be offered. A full board will take home $500, as well as a $300 mini cash prize. In case of low attendance, the prize money may be reduced. This is a cash only event, and food and drinks will be available.

However, participants are not allowed to bring

food and drinks into the event, no alcohol will be permitted and no one under 12 will be admitted.

The minimum cost of entry is $15. American Legion Post 167 is offering a Bingo Night the first Saturday of each month as a fundraising event.

Hampstead’s American Legion Post 167 stays involved in a variety of activities to benefit the community. Among these are two American Legion baseball teams and annual sponsorships of participants in Boys State, a summer leadership and citizenship program for high school juniors. The group also provides partial nursing scholarships and seeks students to participate in the state oratorical com-

petition. The group invites anyone who has served during a time of conflict or is actively serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard to join them.

American Legion Post 167 meets the second Monday of each month. They also have a rental space available for parties, receptions and meetings. The indoor meeting space is climatecontrolled and is a smokefree environment(with a smoking area outside.

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Bill Howard Outdoors

By Bill Howard Post & Voice Columnist

Labor Day brings about a wonderful time of the year. It marks the entrance to the hunting seasons.

Whitetail deer, Canadian geese, small game, bear, other waterfowl, yes the seasons start lining up for constant blasts from muzzleloaders, rifles, shotguns and even pistols and the silently stealth bows and crossbows.

Fittingly, the seasons work much like the outdoorsman becomes associated with hunting. Beginning to seasoned hunters will sit the stands over the crops and fields waiting on one of the few but plentiful big game to come out grazing or mating. The regu-

lar hunter accustomed to working with dogs to assist the hunt can run deer, bear, small game and work the birds while wingshooting.

But the beginning to it all, both during Labor Day weekend and in the accumulation of hunting experience, starts with doves.

Dove season has always been magical to me. Very few things we experience in our lives mix young and old, legend and lore with present day happenings, as a good dove hunt.

It marks the close of summer and beginning of fall, even though the temperatures usually make their way in to the mid-90s regardless of sun or cloud cover. Gnats, mosquitoes, horseflies and deerflies are on the prowl. Sweat beading just above the brow line are natural attractants to the aggravating insects.

This teaches us patience at an early age. It teaches us perseverance in suffering through the insufferable, all in order to take home

the prize after reaching our goal. It marks the natural shift from chasing butterflies in the outfield during a long baseball game to actually staying focused on the end goal.

Dove hunting brings about that very first sense of being self-reliant in the realm of safety. “Low bird, don’t shoot, bird to your left, it went down about 20 yards to your right.” Yes, communication is key as always, and it is used extensively.

The adrenaline flow of watching a small group of birds work their way through shot after shot across a 200-acre field and knowing the whole time that they will end up in range of your muzzle’s blast, then raising the shotgun to your shoulder, clicking the safety off, and pulling the trigger in one swift motion is but one part of the reward. The other part is watching the dove fold in flight and quickly acquiring a second target in the group as well.

Marksmanship, comfort in handling the firearms, understanding and respecting the power while not being afraid are all important lessons; lifelong lessons.

Bringing home the quarry and making a meal out of something you harvested finishes out the lessons of the day.

Dove hunting provides so many lessons and offers so many opportunities for those lessons. The gateway to a hunting heritage. The gateway to a love of all outdoors.

It truly is a wonderful time of the year.

–Bill Howard is a lifelong North Carolina resident and hunter. He is a lifetime member of the North Carolina Bowhunters Association, an associate member of Pope and Young, and an official measurer of both.

He is a certified hunter education (IHEA) instructor and bowhunter education (IBEP) instructor. Please share your stories with Bill at BillHowardOutdoors@ gmail.com.

Bridge Continued from page 2A a clearer understanding of both the historical trauma and the resilience of African American communities. Against the backdrop of Poplar Grove Plantation, where enslaved people created wealth they were not per mitted to share, the speakers will discuss how we can build community to bridge the racial divide and begin healing.

S t a ck ’s b a ck g ro u n d includes a B.A. from St. John’s College (1988) and an M.E.d. from Harvard University (1992). She has worked for 25 years in education with a focus on at-risk and prospective first-generation college students. She has written numerous articles on African American school history and on rural life.

Her documentary films about historic African American schools have earned awards and were screened at the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s conferences about Rosenwald schools in 2012 and 2015. They have also screened at film festivals, colleges, libraries, and many other venues.

“We have formed a new collaboration in order to help people have a better understanding of the African American experience

September 5, 2019

PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED The following public hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 5:30PM (or thereabout) in the meeting room of the Burgaw Municipal Building located at 109 N Walker Street in Burgaw, NC. All interested parties are invited to attend, written and oral comments are welcome.

Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit Application for an “Entertainment Establishment (with outdoor use)” Use to be located at 103/105 S Wright Street. Applicant Burgaw Now, LLC. has applied for a conditional use permit for an Entertainment Establishment (with outdoor use) to be located on a property (PIN 3229-33-0199-0000) at the rear of 105 S Wright Street within the Town of Burgaw corporate limits.

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY The Town of Burgaw is currently accepting applications to fill one vacancy on the Tourism Development Authority (TDA). Applicants must be active in the promotion of travel and tourism in the Town of Burgaw.

Applications may be downloaded from our website at http://townofburgaw.com/advisory-boards. Completed applications must be submitted to the Town Clerk at 109 N Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425.

These are volunteer positions with no compensation. For more information, please contact Kristin Wells, Town Clerk at kwells@burgawnc.gov.

TOWN CALENDAR September 7 September 10 September 19

Mountains to Sea Trail Birthday Hike Board of Commissioners Meeting Planning Board Meeting

10:00 AM 4:00 PM 5:30 PM

TOWN OF BURGAW Phone 910.259.2151 Fax 910.259.6644 Email: mail@burgawnc.gov Web: www.townofburgaw.com

Claudia Stack with Dr. Richard T. Newkirk during the segregation era and the impact of historical trauma,” began Stack.

“We also want to facilitate a conversation around the idea of bridging the divide and beginning to connect and begin to heal from historical trauma as individuals and as a community.”

Along with her colleague Dr. Richard T. Newkirk, Stack also presents professional development entitled “Lessons from the Rosenwald Schools: Appreciating African American School History and Pedagogy.” Dr. Richard T. Newkirk attended segregated

schools and grew up in a family that was sharecropping. Now he is a retired professor, an educator and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Newkirk.

“We will be sharing clips from both films in order to illustrate experiences that people had during segregation era. The topics represented in the film relate to sharecropping and loss of land, economic injustice, the threat of violence, the segregation of schools and the sacrifice that African Americans tried to make to obtain schools for their children,” said Stack.

The event is free and

WANTED! A FEW GOOD MEN & WOMEN! VOLUNTEER! The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the following Boards/Commissions/Committees: # of Name of Board Vacancies Positions/Categories ABC Board 1 District 1 Advisory Board of Health 4 Dentist***, Engineer***, Optometrist***, Public Member Board of Adjustment 2 District 1, District 4 Board of Equalization & Review 2 At-Large, Alternate Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Auth.

7 Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking Parks and Recreation Board 3 District 2, District 3, At-Large Planning Board 1 Technical Southeastern Community & Family Services Board 1 At-Large Southeastern Economic Development Commission 1 Citizen Representative Tourism Development Authority 1 District 2 District 1 = Upper Topsail; Surf City District 4 = Union; Penderlea; Grady; District 2 = Scotts Hill; Lower Topsail Columbia; Caswell; Canetuck District 3 = Rocky Point; Long Creek District 5 = Burgaw; Holly *** These positions can be temporarily filled by someone associated with this field who may not be currently licensed. Applications can be completed on-line at www.pendercountync.gov or write or call Melissa Long, Clerk to the Board, PO Box 5, Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-1200, and complete an application.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Section 5311 (ADTAP), 5310, 5339, 5307 and applicable State funding, or combination thereof.

This is to inform the public that a public hearing will be held on the proposed Pender Adult Services, Inc. Community Transportation Program Application to be submitted to the North Carolina Department of Transportation no later than October 4, 2019. The public hearing will be held on September 16, 2019 at 4:00 Pm before the (governing board) Pender County Board of Commissioners.

Those interested in attending the public hearing and needing either auxiliary aids or services under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or a language translator should contact James R. Longenbach Transportation Director on or before September 13, 2019, at telephone number 910-259-9119 ext 324 or via email at jlongenbach@penderpas.com.

The Community Transportation Program provides assistance to coordinate existing transportation programs operating in Pender County as well as provides transportation options and services for the communities within this service area.

These services are currently provided using lift and non-lift equip vehicles with the transit name of PAS-TRAN. Services are rendered by Pender Adult Services, INC. The total estimated amount requested for the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 Project Administrative Operating (5311) Capital (Vehicles & Other) 5310 Operating

Total Amount $ 202,074 $ $65,500 $180,000

Local Share $ 30,311 $ $ 6,550 $90,000

Other ___________________ TOTAL PROJECT

$ $ 447,574

$ $126,681

open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Poplar Grove is located at 10200 Hwy 17 N. For more information contact Poplar Grove at (910) 686-9518.

For more information about the filmmakers and to see film trailers please see stackstories.com and https://www.americansouthfilm.com/.

SUBSCRIBE OR ADVERTISE TODAY! CALL 910.259.9111.

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PUBLICA Secc ión 5311 (ADTAP), 5310, 5339, 5307 y fondos estatales aplicables, o una combinación de ellos.

PENDER COUNTY GOVERNMENT NEWS

Total Funding Request

Town of Burgaw Government News

(15%) (50%) (10%) (50%) (

%)

Total Local Share

This application may be inspected at PENDER ADULT SERVICES, INC. from 9:30AM TO 3:00PM Monday through Friday. Written comments should be directed to James R Longenbach, Transportation Director, PO Box 1251, Burgaw, NC 28425 before September 16, 2019.

9/5/2019

Esto es para informar al público que se llevará a cabo una audienc ia pública sobre _ Adultos de Pender, Inc. la Solic itud propuesta para el Programa de Transporte Comunitario que se presentará al Departamento de Transporte de Carolina del Norte a más tardar. La audiencia pública se llevará a cabo antes dia16, de septiembre Del 2019 de 4:00PM la (junta de gobierno) Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Pender.

Las personas interesadas en asistir a la audienc ia pública y que necesiten ayuda y servicios auxiliares conforme a la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA) o un traductor de idiomas deben comunicarse James R. Longebach en o antes dia13, de septiembre del 2019 al número de teléfono 910-259-9119 ext 324 o por correo electrónico a jlongenbach@penderpas.com.

El Programa de Transporte Comunitario brinda asistencia para coordinar los programas de transporte existentes que operan, Condado de Pender así como también brinda opciones y servicios de transporte para las comunidades dentro de esta área de servicio. Estos servicios se proporcionan actualmente utilizando Los vehículos con y sin elevador equipan los vehículos con el nombre de tránsito de PAS. Los servicios son prestados por Adultos de Pender, Inc .

La cantidad total estimada solic itada para el período del 1 de julio de 20___ al 30 de junio de 20___ Proyecto Administrativo En funcionamiento (5311) Capital (Vehículos y Otros) 5310 de funcionamiento 90,000 (50%) Otro PROYECTO TOTAL total local

Cantidad total de $ 202,074 $ _____ $ 65,500 $ 180,000

acciones locales $ 30,311 (15%) $ _____ (50%) $ 6,550 (10%) $

$ _____ $447,574

$ _____ (___%) $126,861

Solicitud de financiac ión total

Partic ipación

Esta aplicación puede ser inspecc ionada desde. Los comentarios escritos deben dirigirse a antes. ________________________________________________________________________________________

Advertisement for Bids

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be opened at the Pender County Public Assembly Room, 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC, at 11:00 AM, Thursday, September 12, 2019.

Pender County, North Carolina Hurricane Matthew Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP-Matthew)

Pender County is seeking demolition contractors for the demolition of homes funded under the county’s Hurricane Matthew Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP-Matthew). Contracts will be awarded based on a competitive bidding process.

Bid proposal packets for the demolition of seven (7) units may be obtained by emailing the Wilmington office of Holland Consulting Planners at admin@hcpplanning.com. There is no charge for receiving bid packages. Bids will be opened and read promptly at 11:00 AM, Thursday, September 12, 2019, in the Conference Room at the Pender County Administration Building, 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC. Pender County is an equal opportunity employer/service provider and encourages participation by historically underutilized businesses, including small, minority, and female-owned businesses.

www.pendercountync.gov

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF JOHN BELL, JR. 19 E 333 Having qualified as Personal Representative of the Estate of John Bell, Jr., deceased, of 235 Porters Lane, Rocky Point, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before November 14, 2019, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

Dated August 6, 2019.

H. Anechia Wiggens, Personal Representative c/o Corbett & Fisler P. O. Drawer 727 Burgaw, NC 28425-0727 #8799 8/15, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5/19 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Sharon J.Capps, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Sharon J.Capps, to present them to the undersigned on or before November 21, 2019 at 703 Hartford Road, Davidsonville, MD 21035 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 15th day of August, 2019.

Leo Capps 703 Hartford Road Davidsonville, MD 21035 #8803 8/15, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5/19 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE’S NOTICE TO CREDITORS In Re the Estate of NIXON BRYAN HOWARD Deceased Having qualified as Personal Representative of the Estate of NIXON BRYAN HOWARD, Deceased, late of PENDER County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms, corporations and/ or other legal entities having claims against the Estate to present them to the undersigned at the address given below on or before November 20, 2019, or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment.

On this day: August 22, 2019 Dana Howard Wise Personal Representative

By Patricia M. Homa Attorney for the Estate c/o Patricia M. Homa, P.C. P. O. Box 1310 Hampstead, NC 28443 #8806 8/22, 8/29, 9/5, 9/12/19 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 18-CVS-548 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

JOYCE MILES, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: JOYCE MILES Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action.

The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property sometimes briefly described as Lot 2E, 0.89 acres, Parcel ID Number 3229-582743-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property.

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 7, 2019.

This day, August 14, 2019.

Scott G. Sherman, State Bar # 17596 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar # 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel/fax); tammy@shermanandrodgers.com #8804 8/22, 8/29, 9/5/19 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF CONSTANCE MARTIN 19 E 359 All persons, firms and corporations having claims against Constance Martin, deceased, are notified to exhibit them to Mark I. Nunalee, Resident Process Agent of the decedent’s estate, on or before November 23, 2019 at PO Box 598, Hampstead NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Resident Process Agent.

Estate of Constance Martin c/o Mark I. Nunalee MARK I. NUNALEE PC Attorney at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #8807 8/22, 8/29, 9/5, 9/12/19 19 SP 124 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Ronald Butler and Rebecca Butler to CTC Real Estate Services, Trustee(s), which was dated July 24, 2001 and recorded on July 30, 2001 in Book 1745 at Page 218, Pender 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 September 10, 2019 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 15 of Proposed Division Map for Charles Wells, Ronald Graves and Freddy Brown “Stanley Hayduke Tract” as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 22 at Page 148 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which map 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 140 Hayduke Lane, Rocky Point, NC 28457.

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 All Lawful Heirs of Ronald Earl Butler.

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.

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.: 19-09098-FC01 #8808 8/29, 9/5/19 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 18-CVS-548 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

JOYCE MILES, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF JOYCE MILES Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action.

The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property sometimes briefly described as Lot 2E, 0.89 acres, Parcel ID Number 3229-58-2743-0000 more fully described in the complaint.

Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property.

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 7, 2019.

This day, August 14, 2019.

Scott G. Sherman, State Bar # 17596 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar # 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel/fax); tammy@shermanandrodgers.com #8805 8/22, 8/29, 9/5/19 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 63 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Anna Hardbarger Carter to Jerone C. Herring, Trustee(s), dated the 9th day of February, 1998, and recorded in Book 1307, Page 239, in Pender 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 Pender 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 Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on September 10, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot NO. 5 of the PROMISED LAND SUBDIVISION, Section II as shown on a map of same title, prepared by Cowan & Jones, P.A. of Burgaw, NC Said map is duly recorded in Map Book 26, Page 14, of the Pender County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more complete and accurate description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 167 Promised Land Road, Watha, North Carolina.

The parcel of land herein conveyed is expressly subject to the following restrictions: 1. No big commercial hog, turkey, goat or chicken operations will be allowed on the parcels of land herein conveyed. 2.

No high density rental mobile home parks can ever be established on the parcel of land herein conveyed. 3.

The parcels of land herein conveyed must be kept clean, neat and free from unsitely junk and debris.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23.

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 §7A308(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 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1270282 (FC.FAY) #8811 8/29, 9/5/19 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY THIS ACTION BROUGHT PURSUANT TO THE POWER AND AUTHORITY contained within that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered

by Betsaida Marte dated November 4, 2014 and recorded on November 4, 2014 in Book 4490 at Page 210 in the Office of Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina. As a result of a default in the obligations contained within the Promissory Note and Deed of Trust and the failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein, the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust made

demand to have the default cured, which was not met. Therefore, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Burgaw, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the heretofore referenced Deed of Trust.

Said sale will be a public auction, to the highest bidder for cash, at the usual place of sale at the Pender County Courthouse, Burgaw, North Carolina, on September 17, 2019 at 11:00 AM Property Address: 1 7 5 5 E Wilmington Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 Tax Parcel ID: 3239-055326-0000 Present Record Owners: Betsaida Marte aka Betsy Marte Kendall The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid 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. The successful bidder will be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and costs for recording the Trustee’s Deed.

The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, and other encumbrances. Other conditions will be announced at the sale.

The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids, as by law required. The sale will not confirm until there have been ten (10) consecutive days with no upset bids having been filed.

If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property, or if the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the bid deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the bid deposit.

In either event, the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney, or the Trustee.

Additional Notice Required for Residential Real Property with Less Than Fifteen (15) Rental Units: 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 ten (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. 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.

Assistant/Deputy Clerk of Superior Court Albertelli Law Partners North Carolina, P.A., Substitute Trustee By: David W. Neill Albertelli Law Partners North Carolina, P.A. David W. Neill NC State Bar No. 23396 205 Regency Executive Park Drive, Suite 100 Charlotte, NC 28217 Tel: 704-970-0391 A-4703278 #8815 9/5, 9/12/19

NOTICE TO CREDITORS NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY All persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of Blair Vance Neubert, deceased, are notified to present the same to Diana Neubert, Personal Representative of the Estate of Blair Vance Neubert, to the address listed below on or before November 28, 2019 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All debtors of the said estate are asked to make immediate payment.

This the 29nd day of August, 2019. c/o Lisa Salines-Mondello, Attorney Salines-Mondello Law Firm, PC Attorney for the Estate of Blair Vance Neubert 6781 Parker Farm Drive, Suite 210 Wilmington, NC 28405 File No.: 19-09098-FC01 #8809 8/29, 9/5, 9/12, 9/19/19

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of David Allen Wells, late of 637 Watha Road, Watha, Pender County, North Carolina, 28478 the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned at Post Office Box 625, 107 East Fremont Street, Burgaw, N.C. 28425 on or before the 27th day of November, 2019 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery.

All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 21st day of August, 2019.

Phillip Ira Wells, Executor of the Estate of David Allen Wells Zachary S. Rivenbark, Attorney at Law PO Box 625, Burgaw, N.C. 28425 #8816 8/29, 9/5, 9/12, 9/19/19

Legal Notices Legal Notices EXECUTOR’S NOTICE Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of John Henry Murphy, deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, this is to notify that all persons having claims against the said estate to present such claims to the undersigned on or before the 2nd day of December 2019, or this notice will be placed in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment.

This 29th day of August, 2019.

Stella D. Murphy, Executrix PO Box 264 Burgaw, NC 28425 Robert C. Kenan, Jr. MOORE & KENAN Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 957 Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-9800 #8810 8/29, 9/5, 9/12, 9/19/19 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE #: 19-SP-81 HARRY W. STOVALL, III and wife BETTIE R. STOVALL, Petitioners vs.

AWN, LLC, STEVE E. NIEMEYER, PENNE NIEMEYER, UNION BANK, FIRST BANK., FIRST TROY SPE, LLC, and RADIANCE CAPITAL RECEIVABLES TWENTY ONE LLC, Respondents NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION To: STEVE E. NIEMEYER TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is: partition of real property by public sale and enforcement of tax lien on proceeds of sale.

You are required to make defense to this pleading not later than forty (40) days after the date of first publication of this notice, exclusive of such date, being by October 8, 2019, and upon your failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

This the 29th day of August, 2019.

HOGUE HILL, LLP Patricia C. Jenkins 101 South Third Street P.O. Drawer 2178 Wilmington, NC 28402 Telephone: 910-763-4565 Facsimile: 910-763-4985 Attorneys for Petitioners #8813 8/29, 9/5, 9/12/19 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 140 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Peter Nesbitt aka Peter E. Nesbitt and Sara Nesbitt aka Sara D. Nesbitt (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Peter Nesbitt and Sara Nesbitt) to Pamela S. Cox, Trustee(s), dated the 8th day of June, 2009, and recorded in Book 3636, Page 279, and Modification in Book 4592, Page 0037, and Modification in Book 4659, Page 2378, in Pender 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 Pender 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 Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on September 17, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 127, Phase Three, Tealbriar Subdivision, as the same are shown on a map thereof recorded in Map Book 40, Page 16 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements thereon, said property located at 118 Willowbend Drive, Burgaw, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23.

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 confir-

mation 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 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1248387 (FC.FAY) #8817 9/5, 9/12/19 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION JUVENILE SESSION FILE NO.: 18 JT 68 In the Matter of: O.B., a minor child To: The Respondent Parents, Emillie Bradshaw and Jonathan Bradshaw, of a female child born on October 5, 2018 in New Hanover County, North Carolina.

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS OF PUBLICATION. Take notice that a PLEADING seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is Termination of Parental Rights filed by the Pender County Department of Social Services.

You are required to make defense to such pleadings no later than the 15th day of October, 2019. Said date being forty days from the first publication of this Notice; and upon your failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

You are entitled to attend the hearing affecting your parental rights. You are entitled to have an attorney appointed by the Court if you cannot afford one, provided that you request an attorney at or before the time of the hearing. You may contact the Clerk of Juvenile Court for Burgaw, North Carolina to request counsel. This is notice to the above-named respondents that FAILURE TO APPEAR may result in a decision adverse to your parental rights and adverse to any custodial or visitation rights.

This the 26th day of August, 2019. ___________________ Tonya Lacewell Turner Attorney for Pender County Department of Social Services 810 S. Walker Street P.O. Box 1207 Burgaw, N.C. 28425 (910) 663-3763 #8818 9/5, 9/12, 9/19/19 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Kathleen Ann Myers, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Kathleen Ann Myers, to present them to the undersigned on or before December 12, 2019 at 48 Bronco Lane, Fredericksburg,VA 22406 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 5th day of September, 2019.

Julie Marie Wear 48 Bronco Lane Fredericksburg,VA 22406 #8822 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26/19

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Josephine Mariea Snorden, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Josephine Mariea Snorden, to present them to the undersigned on or before December 12, 2019 at 260 Sandy Bend Road, Rocky Point, NC 28457 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 5th day of September, 2019.

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Legal Notices STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 17-CVS-1247 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SHEILA M. BANDINI Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action.

The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property sometimes briefly described as Lot 447, Section V Belevedere Plantation, Parcel ID Number 4203-36-9946-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property.

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 21, 2019.

This day, August 26, 2019.

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO TERESA TINELLI Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action.

The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property sometimes briefly described as Lot 447, Section V Belevedere Plantation, Parcel ID Number 4203-36-9946-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property.

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The Pirate defense (left) swarms a Pender runner. Topsail’s Gavin Ellis (above, right) hauls in two of his three touchdown passes. Ellis was good for 141 yards receiving.

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Trask quarterback Dylan East (left) rolls down the sideline after crashing through the Union defense. Pender runningback Josh Barnhill (above left) takes the handoff from quarterback Jaheim McDuffie. McDuffie (above) looks for running room against a tough Topsail Pirate defense. Trask receiver Will Berry (left) leaps high over the Union defender to fight for the ball.

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Pirates overcome slow start, penalties to blank Pender

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The second game of the season for the Topsail High School football team had a lot of the same of the characteristics of the first game – missed opportunities, penalties, and turnovers among them – but it also had the efficiency of a strong passing game, a solid ground offense, and a defense that played the bend-but-do-not-break tune at times yet came up with the big plays when they needed them.

There are still a plethora of things to work out heading into week three – and especially before the tough Mid-Eastern 3A/4AConference season begins – but the bottom line is the Pirates enter week three at 2-0.

Senior quarterback Cody Wallis was 12-for-19 for 236 yard passing and four touchdowns, junior wide receiver Gavin Ellis hauled in four of those throws to account for 141

yards and three scores, and junior Bernie Burns had 14 carries for 113 yards and a touchdown as Topsail blanked Pender 35-0 Friday in Burgaw, capturing the mythical Pender County championship with wins over Pender and Trask.

Pender (0-2) did accumulate 231 yards on offense, most of them coming courtesy of senior quarterback Jaheim McDuffie (unofficially, 6-for-13, 114 yards passing; 10 carries, 49 yards rushing) before he injured his right ankle area late in the first half.

The Pirate defense limited the rest of the Titan offense to a total of 68 yards.

“I wasn’t very happy after the first half (14-0) and we discussed that at halftime,” Topsail Coach Wayne Inman said. “We made too many mistakes, and those penalties. We self-destructed on several series with those penalties, and stopped ourselves, and

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Topsail’s Jose Orellana stops Pender quarterback Jaheim McDuffie as the Pirates held the Patriots four plays at the goal line to deny Pender a touchdown.

Trask spikers remain unbeaten; Pender downs Wallace-Rose Hill

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Pender Lady Patriot volleyball team is learning to play together as a team. In the process, they are also learning to take care of business. In high school sports, that means beating the teams you are supposed to beat. The Lady Patriots did just that last week, beating Wallace in three sets and losing to Laney the same way.

Meanwhile over in Rocky Point, the Heide Trask Lady Titans have opened the year with three straight wins.

Pender opened the week playing a very tough Laney Buccaneer squad.

The Patriots just did not have enough to stay with the 4A school, falling in three sets. The scores were 25-17, 26-24 and 25-17.

Riley Gurganus led the Patriots with 10 assists

Staff photo by Bobby Norris

The Lady Titans have opened this volleyball season with three straight wins. with Faith Lana ending the night with four kills, and three blocks. Haley Schaeffer had four kills and five digs.

Pender faced Wallace for the second time in two weeks and handed them a

three set loss. The scores were 25-18, 27-25 and 25-18.

Ellie Peterson had eight assists to lead the Pats.

Mayce Wood had five kills, four digs and three aces.

Pender was scheduled to host Topsail but main-

tenance problems at the school forced a cancellation.

Pender (2-3) was scheduled to play at Jacksonville White Oak on Tuesday before opening conference play at home verse East Carteret.

The Rocky Point Titans have battled injuries all summer. They lost their senior captain Lanie Barnhill at the beginning of the year. She is back and the Lady Titans cruise into week three of the season with a perfect 3-0 record after beating North Brunswick in four games. the scores were 22-25, 25-16, 2513 and 25-14. “Both of our teams (JV/Varsity) are undefeated, “said Claris.

“I am very proud of both teams.”

North jumped on the Titans in game one. Trask fought back and kept the

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Lady Pirates to 5-0; Laney, New Hanover up next

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The Topsail volleyball team finished up what can best be described as its, “pre-season,” on a highlysuccessful note last Thursday with a solid 5-0 record.

Now it’s time to step it up as the highly-competitive Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference begins in earnest, and the start of conference play definitely presents a pair of early challenges

Still looks to makes most of senior season

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer During the last two years Heide Trask senior student-athlete Tyler Still has been home schooled.

The intent of the home school was to make sure that he was ready for the real world. While being home schooled, he played soccer.

However, when it came time to play his senior year he longed to play at a public school. He enrolled at Heide Trask and has been outstanding student-athlete in his short time there.

Mr. Still is a small compact athlete with a lot of power. He can run and shoot with the best of them What sets him apart from some of the other athletes is his willingness to mix it up if necessary.

Tyler is also an outstanding wrestler. He will be a great asset to the wrestling team this winter. Tyler Still will make the best of his senior year at Trask.

for the Lady Pirates with two of the conference’s top contenders on tap this week.

Mistakes were made during the first two weeks of play, but that’s the reason teams schedule outof-conference games – to identify and work on correcting those imperfections. Now it’s time to do what Cuba Gooding’s character “Rod,” said in the Jerry McGuire movie – “Show me the money!”

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The Lady Pirates ended the first two weeks on a high note as Addison Clark knocked down 11 kills to go along with seven digs and an ace, Julia Sullivan showed she’s ready for conference with seven kills, three aces, nine digs, and 17 assists, and Aiden McGuire put forth another stellar effort at the Libero position with 33 digs, three assists, an ace, and a kill as Topsail defeated Wilmington Christian Academy 3-0

Stenerson sets teammates up for the kill

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer In the game of volleyball, the big hitters are only as good as their teammates setting them up.

Often times a player is in position for the kill, only to be left hanging by a bad pass. Over at Topsail High School that does not happen very often. Especially this year with senior setter Brooke Stenerson on the job.

Miss Stenerson seems to be in the right place at the right time. She is proficient at setting at any spot on the court.

Brooke also serves the ball well. She has nine aces this season and her serving percentage is over 90.

The Lady Pirates are currently undefeated and will embark into a very tough conference slate this week. With Brooke Stenerson setting up the big hitters, the Pirates will be a player in the Mideastern Conference this fall.

(25-14, 28-26, 25-14) Thursday in Hampstead.

Sullivan and Brooke Stenerson (16 assists) adroitly spread their passes around with eight different girls combining for 44 kills.

“We had some lapses in the second game and we didn’t get Gia (Marinelli) involved as much as we need to,” Topsail Coach Hill Pearsall said. “We

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Brooke Stenerson Topsail High School

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In My Opinion The freshman young man sat in his chair on the first day of school. He shifted back and forth in his seat. He was not wearing the best shoes and his clothes were not bought at the mall. All he wanted to do was get through the first days of school unscathed. You see, he has been picked on and bullied because of his appearance, his clothes and because he was not one of the cool kids. His luck ran out. First one kid began to ridicule him. Another flicked his ear. Pretty soon it was out of hand. The young man went home in tears and decided to take his life.

Although this is fictional, it happens way too often.

There are grown people out there who never get over being picked on. In fact, deep down inside, I am one of those people.

I was picked on for being big. I was a heavy kid and very tall for my age.

I took my share of bullying. I reacted by fighting back. I fought many times. I also tried to fit in by being that kid in class that was disruptive, the class clown. Very disrespectful. Looking back, I did what I had to do but it made for a miserable time while in high school.

Bullying is never all right. If you are being bullied, tell someone.

Nobody deserves to be pushed to the limit. I was quite a few times. There were a few bullies who wished they had never saw my face. Looking back, I don’t regret standing up for myself. What

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I do regret is having to stand up for myself.

If you are a bully, remember one thing. There is someone out there who thinks you are a little different. They might think you are not as smart as they are, not as pretty as they are, not as rich as they are. Think twice before saying something that hurts another human being. You could be on the other end of things.

I wrote this column because my grandson goes to a high school in Pender County. While I am sure he has been picked on by someone, He can hold his own. He told me that there was a freshman in one of his classes that was being picked on by a couple of kids because of his speech. I told him to take up for the young man. Tell somebody, tell them to leave him alone.

Do whatever is necessary to stop this nonsense.

Every kid at every school in the world should be able to go to school and be left alone.

They should enjoy going to school, enjoy hanging out with friends. If they are not, there is a problem.

Kickers Corner

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer All three high school soccer teams were in action last week. Jack Bradshaw’s young Patriot team took its lumps last week, dropping two matches. They fell to a stout Wallace-Rose Hill team 11-2. One of the bright spots for the Pats was the play of freshman Jared Bautista. He scored both of the Patriots goals.

Brayden Outhout had 10 saves. In the 7-1 loss to East Columbus, Bautista scored the only goal.

Coach Bradshaw’s youngsters will get better with time. They were at East Columbus on Wednesday and at Wallace on Thursday.

Topsail opened the season with a 3-1 loss at county rival Trask. Alex

Oathout keeps guard for Patriot kickers

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Pender Patriot soccer team is full of talented young players. In fact, there are only three seniors on the roster along with a few juniors. One of the juniors that have shown real promise in early season workouts is junior goalkeeper Brayden Oathout.

Mr. Oathout played last year. However, first year coach Jack Bradshaw saw a different player when the team convened before the high school teams started official practice.

Oathout is charged with guarding the goal while his teammates get acclimated to the fast paced high school game. While the Patriots have struggled, Oathout has played well.

The conference slate will begin this week. Oathout will have his hands full with Dixon and Croatan.

Brayden Oathout will do his best to protect the goal and his teammates.

Sims scored the lone goal for the Pirates, while Andrew Benenheley recorded seven saves on eight shots. Next up is a nonconference home match Thursday (Sept. 5) against Dixon.

The Heide Trask Titan kickers seemed to have found a good combination with first year coach Tyler Grady leading the team with a simple approach.

He is letting them play. “I told them to just play and have fun. That’s my goal for the season. Of course, it’s more fun to win, but we want to get better and have fun.”

The Titans won two of three matches last week including a 3-1 decision over Topsail.

The Titans opened the

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Cross country team finishes fifth

Topsail’s Obremski wins prestigious Jungle Run

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer There were 14 girls’ teams and 142 individual female runners that toed the starting line late Saturday evening in the Jungle Run Experience cross-country championship race at South View High School in Hope Mills (N.C.), and it turned out to be a freshmen- dominated race with five ninth-graders among the first seven runners to cross the finish line, none of them faster than Topsail High School’s 14-year old freshman Phenom Kaitlyn Obremski.

Running in just her third-ever varsity meet – and first major meet – Obremski crossed the finish line ahead of the pack in the girls’ championship race in an amazing 17:54.85, just under 20 seconds ahead of Cary Christian freshman Ryann Aycock (18:16.06).

A s h l e y j u n i o r Pa x t o n Chitty broke the freshman string in third (18:33.02) before Laney freshman Olivia Bufalini (18:49.44) and Hoggard freshman Sarah Martin (18:55.87) crossed in fourth and fifth place, respectively. Topsail junior – and Kaitlyn’s older sister - Makayla Obremski, who finished second in the race as a freshman, was sixth (19:00.60) ahead of Hoggard frosh Molly Parker (seventh; 19:14.18). Lady Pirate senior Bailey Wells was 28th overall (20:11.18) and 23rd in the team scoring, after eliminating individual or unattached runners, followed by junior teammate Skylar Libretto (teamscoring 34th; 20:45.14) and classmate Emma Martin (55th; 22:28.38).

Their efforts lifted the Lady Pirates into fifth place (118 points) behind Carrboro (51) and Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference foes Laney (69), Ashley (86), and Hoggard (93) – all 4A schools. Coastal Christian Academy finished seventh (207).There were 14 teams competing, and 142 female athletes.

The Pirate boys finished 10th (297) out of 26 teams.

Broughton (74) was first with local schools Hoggard finishing four th (149), Coastal Christian finishing fifth (177), Laney coming in 12th (328), Ashley in 13th (340), and New Hanover in 29th (488).

Senior Travis Souza was the top Pirate to finish,

Topsail cross country runner Kaitlyn Obremski coming in 38th (17:01.37), overall, and 34th in the team scoring, followed by junior James Campbell (36th; 17:06.07), senior Brenden Parrella (47th; 17:21.20), senior Brandon Hayes (88th; 17:58.92), and junior Hayden Rogerson (92nd; 18:05.79).

“Wow, what a Jungle Run for our teams and athletes,” Topsail Coach Wayne Rogers said. “All the new runners were beaming after their run, they ran outstanding. The girls’ team saw all 17 athletes who ran run a personalbest time, with the girls’ championship team finishing fifth and the girls’ invitational team coming in 14th (out of 25 teams).

The championship team set new school record for fastest team average time (20:04), erasing the old record of 20:17.

“The boys’ championship team placed 10th, and the invitational team was 20th, so all of the teams placed well. Sixteen of the 18 boys who ran also ran a personal-best time, and the championship team average was the fastest since 2015. Overall, it was a great race for both teams, and all of the athletes now know that they can run fast if they put their minds to it and just run. I am very proud to be one of the coaches of the Topsail cross-country teams.”

The big story, however, was Kaitlyn Obremski.

Running longer than the scheduled 5K (3.1 miles) because the official gator broke down and another official erroneously led the

runners off the right course before they had to rerun the missed areas, Obremski had gathered herself after losing a large early lead and increased a then-shorter lead to run away from the field. The 17:54.85 broke her own school, and Kaitlyn is the first Topsail athlete to ever win the championship race at the Jungle Run. “I started out well, running faster in the first mile but I didn’t know where to go after the gator stopped,” Kaitlyn said. “Then we were led the wrong way.

Once we got back on track I was a little scared because I knew the runner behind me was a lot closer than before.

I just kind of took off and went as fast as I could to increase the lead. I’m excited to win and I guess it’s a real confidence builder but I also know there are a lot of good runners out

there doing their best to beat me.”

Resting all of their top runners in anticipation of Saturday’s Jungle Run, the Topsail teams still made their presence – and depth – known last Thursday at a mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference meet with the girls finishing first and the boys coming in second.

Junior Lexi Carnelley finished third (25:05.27) to lead a contingent of seven Lady Pirates who finished among the top 16 runners (in the team scoring) on Topsail’s run to a firstplace finish with 38, edging Ashley (38) by virtue of runners their six and seven runners finishing 14th and 16th ahead of Ashley’s 19thand-20th-place finishes.

Senior Alexus Rollins (25:52.68) was fourth, junior Emma Huff (25:51.85) was seventh, junior Lanie Parham (27:24.09) was 12th, senior Alexis Walsh (22:25.75) was 13, and junior Ellen Edgy (27:27.55) and sophomore Emma Garland (27:55.40) grabbed the crucial 14th and 16th positions.

Topsail finished second (54) behind Hoggard (20) in the boys’ race led by freshman Shane Johnson (fifth; 21:34.58), sophomore Calden Jenkins (eighth; 21:51.28), sophomore Michael Knipping (11th; 22:12.43), sophomore Zachary Holt (12th; 22:19.07), freshman Jacob Schieffer (18th; 23:03.39), junior Cameron Barnes (30th; 24:14.31), and senior Thomas ferry (31st; 24:15.94).

T h e P i r at e t e a m s r u n Wednesday at Northeast Creek Park in Jacksonville.

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Stay away Hurricane Dorian!

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Fishing Fanatic I am writing this on Sunday afternoon. Hurricane Dorian is lurking down south, and it appears that she may make an appearance on the east coast. Forget what it will do to the fishing.

Let’s all say a prayer or five that she turns out to sea.

The fishing in the area has began to pick up. There have been a few reds caught in the backwaters on cut bait rigged up on a Carolina rig. There have been a few flatfish being caught as well. However, the big ones have managed to hide.

I took a walk on the Surf City pier last weekend and found it to be very crowded. I didn’t see a whole lot being caught but reports are that there have been some Spanish hooked on gotcha plugs.

A few sheepshead have been caught down beside the pilings. A sand flea will work here. The freshwater anglers are catching the usual panfish with a few cats as well.

This week’s fishing tip In North Carolina, and especially here near the coast, the fall months are the best time to fish.

The weather is still warm but it is cooling off a little bit more at night.

The area panfish anglers use a little different technique when fishing cooler weather. Let’s go over a couple of tips I found to be helpful.

The first thing to remember is that during the late fall and early winter months the panfish tend to migrate from the deeper depths to at least mid-level depths.

Just like in the summer months, they tend to like any underwater structure. They also like any fallen trees or brush.

As the days get shorter, the bluegills will head to the shallow waters to feed. Bluegill will frequently be found hanging around spring spawning beds at this time, especially if deeper waters are nearby.

As late fall enters, the panfish will start heading back to deeper waters as the cover of weeds and such will start to die off.

This also makes the fish a little more eager to take your bait offerings.

As far as equipment goes, the same outfit will work, just switch up your baits and such to find what will work. One note, the bluegills tend to hit bright lures this time of year.

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Top Performers

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Last week saw the area high school teams begin play. With the conference slates set to begin this week, they worked on their sport.

The Pender volleyball team split contests last week. They beat Wallace in three sets. Ellie Peterson had eight assists to lead the Pats. Mayce Wood had five kills, four digs and three aces. In the loss to Laney, Riley Gurganus led the Patriots with 10 assists with Faith Lana ending the night with four kills, and three blocks.

The Lady Titans from Rocky Point Trask are undefeated early in the season. They beat North Brunswick at their place.

Madalyn White had 12 digs while Emily Thomas and Lanie Barnhill were ferocious at the net.

Topsail is also undefeated and 6-0 this year. Addison Clark knocked down 11 kills to go along with seven digs and an ace, Julia Sullivan had seven kills, three aces, nine digs, and 17 assists, and Aiden McGuire put forth another stellar effort at the Libero position with 33 digs, three assists, an ace, and a kill as Topsail defeated Wilmington Christian Academy. B r oo ke Stenerson had 23 assists, 10 points, three aces, five

digs in the win over Jacksonville High.

The Trask soccer team beat Topsail for the first time in a while. Efrain Cruz, Moises Gonzales and Justin Eaves had goals for Trask.

The Trask football team dropped their second game in a row, falling to Union.

Dylan East showed his best Brett Favre imitation when he took over at the quarterback position late in the game. He passed for 65 yards and rushed for 15 more. He also led the team with seven tackles. Will Berry had two receptions for 84 yards.

Pender’s Ja h i e m McDuffie continued to impress with his skills.

Leading Pender in rushing yardage.

The Topsail Pirate football team is 2-0 going into week three. Bernie Burns has been very good this year, replacing Noah Lavalle. He rushed for 113 yards and a score.

This week’s top performer is actually a duo. Topsail Senior quarterback Cody Wallis was 12-for-19 for 236 yard passing and four touchdowns, junior wide receiver Gavin Ellis hauled in four of those throws to account for 141 yards and three scores. This tandem has accounted for five touchdowns through the air this year. They are the Post & Voice Top performers.

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Pender County Football Preview Week 3

Topsail hosts Dixon, Pender and Trask on the road

By Bobby Norris and Lee Wagner Post & Voice Staff Writers Topsail hosts Dixon The Topsail Pirates are off to a 2-0 start, be it against Trask and Pender while Dixon is 1-1 after beating Southside High School 48-34.

This is a football game that features two senior quarterbacks that can throw the football. Dixon senior Corey Motes threw four touchdown passes against Southside last week and has been very good in the first two games of the season. Topsail’s Cody Wallis had four touchdown tosses against Pender last week. This could be a very entertaining contest.

Topsail came into the season with a two-pronged attack featuring senior star running back Noah Lavalle and Wallis. It appears that Lavalle is out for the foreseeable future. Topsail has other options in junior Bernie Burns. He is a shifty back with speed.

The Topsail secondary will have to step up in this game. Motes can fling it and he will not hesitate to throw the ball down the field. The key may be the Pirate defensive line. They will have to put pressure on the Dixon passing game. Meanwhile Burns and Wallis will do their thing. Here we go.

This is shaping up to be a shootout. Both Motes and Wallis will light it up. The difference may Burns and Topsail receiver Gavin Ellis. The 6’4’’ junior has eight catches for 228 yards and four touchdowns. Nobody has covered him yet. The Bulldogs had better jam him up at the line of scrimmage or he will run by and jump over their defensive backs.

Wallis will outduel Motes ad Ellis will have five catches for over 100 yards. The Pirate defense will do enough to slow Motes down. Not enough defense from Dixon. The score Topsail 35-Dixon 27.

Pender at Union The Pender Patriot football team has

Topsail quarterback Cody Wallis

Pender quarterback Jaheim McDuffie

faced two very tough opponents to open the season. They get a Union squad that beat Trask last week. The Spartans will be full of confidence this Friday.

Union played a Trask team that is still trying to find themselves last week. The Titans beat themselves with several bad snaps and a couple of ill-timed fumbles.

Otherwise the Spartan defense was suspect at times while the offense was anemic.

Pender has a big time quarterback in Jahiem McDuffie. He is a dual threat. He can run the football and has a cannon.

It seems that his favorite target is Seth Pyland. This dynamic senior has a knack for getting open and can catch the football.

Pender needs to find someone to attack between the tackles. That would go along way in balancing the unit.

Here’s how it plays out. Pender is hungry for a win and will go to Union in attack mode. The Spartans are riding high after beating Pender. They will run right at the Pender defense. However, this is not the Topsail or Kenan offense that the Patriots have faced this year. Coach Tim Smith’s

unit will bow its back.

McDuffie was nicked up last week.

He will be back and will run for over 100 yards against Union. He will score at least twice. The Pender defense will keep the Spartan offense in check for most of the night.

The recipe for a Patriot win is simple.

Limit the turnovers and turn McDuffie loose. The score: Pender 27-Union 15.

Trask at Wallace-Rose Hill The Heide Trask Titan football team is reeling after a 20-0 loss to Union in a game that saw the Rocky Point team shoot themselves in the proverbial foot time and again. Wallace beat Southwest Onslow last week and is off to its usual 2-0 start.

This will not end good.

The Titan defense actually played well against Union until the latter stages of the game. That is when fatigue started to appear.

Wallace has another star in senior running back Cameren Dalrymple. He has rushed for over 100 yards in each of the first two games. He will be a problem for

Trask quarterback Dylan East the thin Titan defense.

Titan running back Khamari Gorham missed last week’s game after sustaining a concussion in week one. Trask needs to get him back. Reggie Carr missed the first half of last weeks game as well. Starting signal caller Dominique Campbell sustained a leg injury in the loss to Union. His status for this week’s game is uncertain.

If he is the Titans answer at quarterback, I would suggest that he sits if he is not 100 percent. In fact, anyone that is less than 100 percent needs to sit.

Third string quarterback Dylan East made some plays for Trask during the second half. He did his best impression of Brett Favre, directing traffic while rolling out. However, there is a reason that Campbell and Seth Wright are both ahead of him on the depth chart. Here’s how it plays out.

Wallace runs the ball right at the Titans.

This Titan defense is not bad. Wallace is that good. Dalrymple gets 150 plus and the Bulldogs roll. The score: A running clock at some point in the second half.

Topsail Sports Roundup

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The good start continued for three of the Topsail fall sports’ teams, with the girls’ golf team again finishing second, the girls’ tennis team bouncing back from a tough loss, and the junior-varsity volleyball team staying unbeaten – in both matches and individual games.

Girls’ Golf: The Lady Pirates once again finished second (127) to Laney (120) in their second conference match on the Compass Pointe Golf Club in Leland.

Hoggard (139) was third, followed by South Brunswick (166), Ashley (174), West Brunswick (191), New Hanover (199), and North Brunswick (207).

Laney junior Grace Holcomb shot a one-over-par 37 to earn medalist honors, with teammate Reagan Creasy second at 43. Scorers for Topsail were Lindley Cox (41), Ella Ferguson (42), Jessica Townsend (44), Ashley Garrett (57), and Alyssa Lyons (65) in the nine-hole event.

Topsail will play host to this week’s MEC meet Thursday (Sept. 5) at par-71 Belvedere Country Club Girls’ Tennis: Topsail (2-1) bounced back in a big way after a loss to Hoggard with a 9-0 win over North Brunswick – putting them at 2-0 in the 3A race in the Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference.

No. 2 Marci LaRowe, No. 3 Summer Guderian, No. 4 Anna Duckworth, and No. 5 Amanda O’Brien all won 6-0, 6-0, No. 6 Abrielle Herbert won 6-1, 6-0, and No. 1 Kylee Edwards prevailed 6-3, 7-6 (7-3). The No. 1 and No. 2 doubles’ teams won 8-0, while No. 3 won 8-1.

There is no shame in losing to a perennial 4A power that has compiled a 35-8 overall record (30-3 in conference) from 201618, and that was the case Tuesday when Hoggard came to Hampstead last Tuesday and blanked the Lady Pirates 9-0.

The Lady Pirates (2-1, 2-1) were victorious in just eight games in the nine matches with No. 1 Edwards falling 6-2, 6-0 to

Union shuts out Trask

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer A high school football coach often times looks at his schedule before the season starts, trying to get a sense of the games he should win and the games that will be difficult. I suspect when Heide Trask Titan head coach Brandon Proctor looked at his schedule, the home game verse Union High School was one that he thought was definitely winnable. A dozen or more penalty flags and several errant snaps later, the Titans find themselves 0-2 after getting beat by the Spartans 20-0.

The Titans first offensive possession of the game ended when a bad snap on a punt sailed deep into their own territory. The Titan punter fell on the ball at the 3-yard line and the Spartans scored two plays later. They added the two-point conversion and the scoreboard showed the visitors up 8-0.

Trask moved the ball into Union territory on their next two possessions

but could not convert the drives into points.

The Rocky Point crew found themselves with a first and goal at the Spartan 8-yard line late in the second quarter, but another errant snap ended the drive and set up Union with good field position.

The Sparts scored again with 23 seconds left to play in the first half off of that turnover. The two-point conversion failed and the visiting Sampson County team went into the halftime break with a 14-0 lead.

The Titan defense played well. Despite giving up 14 points, they held Union to just 71 yards of offense. The problem was on the offensive side of the ball. Trask repeatedly shot themselves in the foot. Two bad snaps cost the team 59 yards.

They ended the first half with -21 yards of offense. To compound matters, junior quarterback Dominique Campbell left the game with a knee injury.

The Titan defense bowed its back in the third quarter.

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Elizabeth Vollman, LaRowe losing 6-0, 6-1 to Sydney Lee at No. 2, Guderian dropping a 6-0-6-1 decision at No. 3, Duckworth going down 6-1, 6-0 at No. 4, O’Brien succumbing 6-0, 6-1 at No. 5, and Herbert tasting defeat in a 6-0, 6-2 loss at No. 6.

Edwards and LaRowe lost 8-1 at No. 1 doubles.

Topsail was at Laney Tuesday and returns home T hursday for a match against New Hanover.

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positive vibes continued for the young Lady Pirates as they quickly dispatched Wi l m i n g t o n C h r i s t i a n Academy 2-0 (25-13, 25-12) Thursday at home to improve to 5-0 without enduring a single-game loss (10-0).

Sophomore Carina Shugerts (six digs) led the hit parade with nine kills, followed by sophomore Olivia Hatcher (five kills, three aces, four digs, one block) and sophomore Ellee

Berman (five kills, two aces, 11 assists, four digs, block.

Freshman Caroline Stewart and Grace Baer each added two kills, sophomore Jensy Long had two aces, and freshmen Grace Deitz and Cadie Hartley came up with four digs each.

Tuesday Lady Pirates traveled to White Oak and recorded their four thstraight 2-0 (25-15, 25-15) – and second (25-15, 25-17) over the Lady Vikings – victory.

Shugarts (four aces, 11 digs, assist) and Visconti (ace, four assists) led Topsail with four kills each, with freshman Alia Jones knocking down two big hits.

Sophomore Brooks Torbit chipped in with three aces and four digs, and freshman Lilly Bur nett dished out three assists.

The girls were at Laney Tuesday and are home Thursday against New Hanover.

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SHIIP Volunteer John Lutz than assisted seniors living day, Bridge Wednesday and for being awarded the Mickey about Medicare, Medicare Your transportation fee atThursday, home. We have seen some Canasta Tuesday, Hanula Volunteer of the Year. supplements, Medicare Ad- is due at sign up and is nonpretty sad cases into hapWednesday andturn Thursday, vantage, Medicare Part D, and refundable. Invite a friend to John Lutz previously lived in pier clients, Wednesday, bonding between Rummikub Mah- Florida and was part of the long-term care insurance. The go and plan on enjoying a great volunteers andand clients, and jong Thursday Cribbage counselors on our toll-free day at the fair. We have to get SHINE program for 10 years more stable healthier livTuesday andand Thursday.

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Aging Advisory Council for our NC SMP Program. We Annual Silent Auction. It will Health Insurance Program) more cared about) these clients John also donates volun- many years. His display of schedule one-on-one appoint- be Oct. 24. We will enjoy some volunteers who willroom give visits you teer hours to Road to Recov- wisdom, knowledge and a self- ments and hold Medicare Edsaw less emergency of the same delicious entrees free and objective information this year and had less Doctor ery, a program that transports less dedication and commit- ucation Workshops in Pender and have some beautiful items about Medicare, Medicare cancer patients to their che- ment to any endeavor solidi- County at Heritage Place and appointments. to bid on. Please get your ticket Plans and Supplements.

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Medicare open enrollment

Aging, dementia care workshops scheduled for Burgaw, Hampstead

Morning Older Americans Act legislation Monday Painting Class Topsail Senior Center News

It’s time to evaluate your plan and see what’s new for Pender Adult Services is access needed services. This Sept. 9-11. The thank you 2020. SHIIP, a division of the joining hundreds of seniors is in partnership with the cards and needed supplies are N.C. department of Insurance, Meals By Donna Murphrey from Senior Centers across North Carolina Senior Center provided. Seniors will only on Wheels volunteers offers free, unbiased informa- this the state mail thank Topsail Senior Center week,toShari Capps,you who Alliance, which coordinates need to write a personal thank tion about Medicare and can delivered cards to our legislators.

MOW for moreThe than events for the 163 Seniors you note to their legislator, adassist with enrollment and 14 card includes youby Centers across the state. The dress the card and mail it.

Summer is flying by and in years.

Shari aisthank survived subsidy applications that could her for husband funding the Older Pender Adult Services’ preparation for fall Medicare Leo, whoAmeriwas also goal of this statewide event you money.we are hav- acans Act and MOW asks for then to is to give special thank you Heritage Place and Topsail Opensave Enrollment, dedicated volunteer.

Medicare Annual En- We support the reauthorization ing a free Medicare 101Open Semiwill miss Shari who not card event shows the senior’s Senior center are places for rollment Period is Oct. 15 of the Older Americans Actcli- appreciation and keeps our citizens to meet new friends, nar Sept. 16 from 5:30-7 p.m. only kept up with her MOW through Dec.910-270-0708 7. Changes to will ents along with a personal To join us, call even after she wasstateunable Senior Center on the minds maintain active lifestyles and be effective Jan. 1, 2020. Call toment of “What theirshe Senior connect to services. Some of register. deliver and when deliv- of our legislators. to schedule an appointment Center Means to Them.”

Join Heritage Place and the Center’s programs and We held our Hurricane ered on Wednesdays, brought with a trained SHIIP counselor Federal, state and local Topsail Senior Center for this opportunities include health Preparedness presentation flowers from her church each soon! For Burgaw appoint- funding is vital to our ongo- special thank you card event. and wellness, volunteering, July 23 and received very use- week for the Seniors to enjoy. ments call Heritage Place at ing programs and allows our We will be writing and mail- arts, education and social ful information from Katrina Our deepest sympathy goes 910-259-9119 or Hampstead ap- seniors to participate in free ing the thank you cards at events . Participating at the McDaniel with 4NC/ to Leo family. activi- 901 S Walker Street, Burgaw pointments callHope Topsail Senior out or low costand affordable Pender County.

Hurricane Please join us for ourand regu- and 20959 Hwy 17, Hampstead Center at 910-270-0708. ties and access activities Continued onatback Gorgeous Grandma Day was held Heritage Place in Burgaw in July. Bernice, Vilinda, Joy and Margaret (t Season is upon us so please larly scheduled weekly exerdressed to impress.

Dorothy, Lydia, Mary and Orpah (middle) had a great time at the event. Connie, Essie stay informed and have your cise, games and crafts each Paddy (bottom) were in their Red Hat” attire.

INFORMATION PLEASE WE ARE HERE hurricane supplies ready. week, for a– “cool” place to TO HELP We lostPlease one ofcall ourHeritage long time have fun!

Place at 259-9119 X 309 (Or Topsail 270-0708) if you need

at Heritage Place 901 S Walker Street, Burgaw Mondays 9:30-11:30 a.m.

6 classes/$50 Begins Sept 23, 2019 Bring your own supplies For registration and/or supply list Contact Maureen McKenna SImplestrokesart@gmail.com Or 631-312-6102

Licensed CNA

information, referral or assistance with any of the following services: Health Screenings Insurance Counseling Legal Services Caregivers Classes Housing Home Repair/Modification In-home Aide Services Social Security Benefits Adult Day Care/Day Health Disaster Services Hospice Care Rehabilitation Services Respite Telephone Reassurance Energy Assistance Volunteer Opportunities

Licensed CNA

Fitness & Health Promotion Tax Preparation/Counseling Transportation Medical/General Family Support Groups Reverse Mortgage Counseling Home Health Services Medicaid Benefits/Medicare Benefits Job Training/Placement Community Mental Health Durable Medical Equipment/Assistive Devices Long-term Care Facilities Report Suspected Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance) Congregate Meals/Home Delivered Meals Food Distribution Senior Games

Positions Available

Pender Adult Services is hiring CNA’s.

All areas including Burgaw, Rocky Point, Currie, Maple Hill and Hampstead.

Must have reliable transportation.

Contact Anna or Cathy at 259-9119 ext. 2

Are the highPositions costs for prescription Available drugs at your pharmacy creating Pender Adult Services is hiring CNA’s. a burden on your finances?

All areas Burgaw, Rocky Point,program.

It’s easy to including qualify for our Prescription Assistance If you Currie, Maple Hill andare…

Hampstead.

•A United States Resident •Do not have cover outpatient medications.

Must haveMedicaid reliabletotransportation.

•Have income, but still, can’t afford your medications.

•Have insurance, but have a high deductible, affordatyour co-pay. ext. 2 Contact Annaororcan’t Cathy 259-9119

Questions? Give us a call.

910-259-9119 Press 5

Pender Adult Services September 2019 Healthy Aging Month September 2 – Labor Day Holiday, Agency Closed September 9 – Bowling to Ten Pin Alley – please sign up, fees apply September 10– Pender Memorial Hospitals – Farmers Market 10 am – 1pm September 10 & 11 - RSVP perks; Tuesday @ HP; Wednesday @ TSC 9 am September 11 – Patriot Day – wear red, white and blue September 11– Pender County Retired School Personnel meet – 11 am (HP) September 11– Blind Support Group meets – 1 pm (HP) September 12 – Lancaster pre-trip meeting – 1pm (HP) September 16 – Lancaster pre-trip meeting – 1pm (TSC) September 16 – Medicare 101 – 5:30 – 7 pm Topsail Senior Center September 19 – Health Checks offered by PCHD – 11:30 (TSC) September 24 – National Women’s Health Day Celebrated (HP) September 26 – Lancaster Trip departure day September 26 - Health Checks offered by PCHD - 11:30 (HP) September 27 – Caregivers Support & Education - 1:00 – 3:30 (HP)

SAVE THE DATES: NC State Fair Trip – October 22, 2019 – sign up for transportation Silent Auction – October 24, 2019 – Tickets available now!

Spending time with grandparents is good, experts say (StatePoint) Play is important for everyone, no matter their age --- and when grandparents, parents and children play together, that’s where the real benefits of unstructured fun are discovered. “Play time with adults of different ages is not just a chance for families to bond, these interactions with positive role models can help children develop a range of important social, language and problemsolving skills,� says Dr. Amanda Gummer, child psychologist and an expert contributor to TheGeniusofPlay.org.

Adults benefit from play time too. As one grows older, the free unstructured fun enjoyed in childhood is often replaced with structured activities like sports, card games and solving crosswords. Time spent with youngsters can keep adults young and give them a chance to relive more carefree days.

According to The Genius of Play, a national initiative whose mission is to raise awareness about the importance of play and help parents make play a critical part of raising their kids, here are three reasons why intergenerational play is good for young children: s 5NSTRUCTURED PLAY TENDS TO be collaborative, encouraging cooperation and honesty. s 3PENDING TIME WITH OLDER adults helps children understand how aging works, and later accept their own aging. s 'RANDPARENTS ARE STORYTELLers and their wisdom and experience can open children’s horizons further, as well as ignite imagination and creativity.

When it comes to adults, intergenerational play is beneficial in the following ways: s #HILDREN BRING INNOCENCE

joy and laughter to any situation, helping adults reduce stress. s !CTIVE BUSY PLAY TIME CAN keep an older adult vital and healthy. Indeed, those that play with children burn more calories, experience fewer falls and become less reliant on walking aids, according to studies. s 0LAY TIME IS GOOD FOR AN aging adult’s mental and emotional health. Games can help seniors maintain cognitive skills and retain memory, and the quality time with children can prevent feelings of loneliness and boost positivity.

Whether you’re young, old or somewhere in between, these three tips from The Genius of Play can help you make the most of the time together: s 3HARE YOUR FAVORITE GAMES with your grandchildren.

From hide-and-seek to hulahoops, introducing them to the games you played years ago is a great way to connect and make new memories. s 'IVE CHILDREN AN OPPORtunity to express themselves by letting them share their ideas for what they want to play with you. They’ll be more enthusiastic about participating if they get to call the shots sometimes. In today’s techsavvy world, grandchildren

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3ENIOR #ENTER IS FREE HOWEVER there is a nominal fee for some activities.

Fo r m o re i n fo r m at i o n contact Jennifer Mathews at jmathews@penderpas.com or 910-259-9119.

might want to play with a toy that uses augmented reality or teaches coding skills. This can be a great way to engage with them on their level and learn more about their favorite activities. Plus, you’ll be

learning something new! s ,ET YOUR GRANDCHILDREN win and lose the game sometimes. This is a great chance to boost self-esteem while learning about good sportsmanship.

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Generous Income Guidelines

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Uninsured or Under Insured

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Medicare Part D—Brand names

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$25 annual application fee

Pender Adult Services 901 S Walker St Burgaw, NC 28425 Call 910-259-9119, Press 5

Memorial and Honorary Giving Program In Memory of Sharon Capps

By The Capps Family

Contributions have been received recently from NC Blueberry Festival Willarlea Ruritan Club Thank you for your contributions Have you considered a gift to Pender Adult Services, Inc.?

We appreciate your support for services that we offer!!

Your donations to PAS are tax deductible.

An acknowledgement will be sent whether donation is in Honor or in Memory of individual or group.

For more information on Pender Adult Services Memorial and Honorary Giving Program please contact Wesley Davis at 910-259-9119.

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Get your body in balance with See if you qualify for assistance. 

Generous Income Guidelines

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Uninsured or Under Insured



Medicare Part D—Brand names

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$25 annual application fee

Pender Adult Services 901 S Walker St Burgaw, NC 28425

Call 910-259-9119, Press 5

Yoga, Pilates and Fit over fifty at Fitness Fusion See our schedule for dates and time