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2017 Little Miss N.C. Blueberry Festival Queen Lacey Patterson holds a kitten at Pawzapalooza Saturday in Burgaw. See more photos of the event on Facebook.

Old River Farms Spring Festival Saturday

By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Staff Writer

Old River Farms invites the public to join them for their 6th Annual Spring Festival.

The event will be held at the farm April 21 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. In an effort to promote the many talented craftspeople and artisans in the area, 55 local vendors will be on site selling a variety of handmade, homemade and repurposed items.

Some of the items to be found include: wood working, metal working, paintings, sculpture, jewelry, baked goods, healthy

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By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher

Pender County Planners, along with consultants from the Cape Fear Council of Governments, have compiled a draft of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update. Pender 2.0 is an update and modernization of the 2010 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan was unanimously recommended for approval by

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the Commissioners Advisory Committee and the County’s Planning Board Oct. 26, 2016 and Feb. 6, 2018.

The comprehensive planning process provides county government the opportunity to assess where it is today, where it wants to go in the future, and a means to identify growth challenges and opportunities, while develop-

ing the tools to help manage development to achieve a more predictable future.

The land use planning process establishes goals, policies, and recommended actions based upon public input and provide the basis for development standards and regulations. The plan will establish the need for coordination among county depart-

ments, neighboring counties, NCDOT, Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WMPO), and with other local units of government on land use issues, transportation impacts, and capital improvement projects The draft plan has been delivered to the Division of Coastal Management’s (DCM) Wilmington District Planner

Randall Woodruff missioners will have until the last meeting in June to finalize and approve the 2018-19 budget. The new fiscal year begins July 1.

Woodruff says the county is in good financial shape. “You never have enough money to do everything you would like to do, but we are strong financially and economically and our revenues have maintained and increased in some areas. Growth puts demands on county services,� said Woodruff.

County officials are waiting on the budget proposal from Pender County Schools, but Woodruff anticipates an increase due to the opening of the new schools. “We don’t know the exact amount, but it is going to be a

Continued on page 12A for a mandatory 75-day review period. Should the Division of Coastal Management provide any comments regarding the completeness of the draft plan, comments will be submitted to the Board of Commissioners and Planning Board.

According to planners, Pender 2.0 seeks to convey

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It’s a rite of spring – stormy weather, pollen everywhere, and work on a new county budget. Pender County Manager Randall Woodruff says Commissioners will hold their first budget work session April 23 after receiving budget requests from county department heads.

The good news is Woodruff says he is not anticipating a tax increase – that’s not to say there won’t be increases in the budget. Pender County Schools will need an increase in their operating budget as two new schools open this fall – Surf City Middle and Surf City Elementary – along with the new Penderlea School. All three will push the need for more school funding. “We will begin our April 23 work session with a brief discussion on all the requests from the different departments. We also go through all the non-departmental things in the budget, such as employee costs, benefits, and other costs that are not directly related to a department,� said Woodruff.

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Demolition of the old doctor’s office building on the property began this week.

Burgaw Parks and Recreation Director Zach White says the town board hasn’t decided what the new park will look like, but they are moving ahead with the concept of building a small park. “As far as the park goes, I’m waiting on the board to tell me what they want,� White said. “We have talked about public restrooms, a picnic area and shelter, but other than that, it’s still up in the air.�

White expects the board will talk more about the project at their May meeting.

With the restrooms at the north end of the Courthouse closed to the public during events on the Square, Mayor Pete Cowan said restrooms in the park would be helpful downtown. “We spend about $8,000 on portable restrooms each year at the Blueberry Festival. It would be good to have additional public restrooms available downtown during special events,� said Cowan.

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Pender EMS Report Total number of Patient Contacts: 207 Calls per Station Burgaw Sloop Point Hampstead Surf City Topsail Beach Union Rocky Point Atkinson Maple Hill Scott Hill Hwy 421 South

Station 1 Station 14 Station 16 Station 23 Station 4 Station 5 Station 7 Station 9 Station 13 Station 18 Station 29

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Type of Calls Cancelled: 22 Refusals: 73 Stand by: 0 Transported: 103 Treated/released: 9

Fire Department Reports Total Calls: 58 Calls per Station Rescue Station 1 Burgaw 7 Fire Station 13 Maple Hill 0 Fire Station 14 Sloop Point 1 Fire Station 16 Hampstead 10 Fire Station 18 Scotts Hill 6 Fire Station 21 Long Creek 7 Fire Station 29 Hwy 421 15 EMS St. 4 Top. Beach 0

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BY HUNTERS )F ADVISABLE TO PROMOTE PUBLIC SAFETY THE DIRECTOR MAY THEN ISSUE AN APPROPRIATE NUMBER OF PERMITS TO ACCOMPLISH THE DESIRED TAKE OF ALLIGATORS v 4HE 72# WILL RETAIN AUTHORITY ON THE NUMBER OF PER MITS TO BE ISSUED FOR A WATERWAY ,OCAL OFlCIALS AND .#72# STAFF WILL JOINTLY PLAN AND IMPLEMENT ANY ALLIGATOR REMOVALS AUTHORIZED 4HE GATOR MANAGEMENT PLAN CALLS FOR NEW RULES REGARDING RELOCATION OF PROBLEM ALLIGATORS INTO AREAS WITH LOW OR NO POPULATIONS 2ELOCATION WOULD ONLY BE ALLOWED IN VERY SPECIlC AREAS AND COULD ONLY TAKE PLACE OUTSIDE OF THE HUNTING SEASON #URRENTLY THE STATE DOES NOT GENERALLY RELOCATE ALLIGATORS UNLESS ANIMALS HAVE BEEN PROVEN TO BE A MENACE TO HUMANS OR DOMESTIC ANIMALS !LLIGATORS HAVE STAGED A MAJOR COMEBACK IN THE STATE SINCE THEY WERE PLACED ON THE ENDANGERED SPECIES LIST IN THE EARLY S 4HE COMBINATION OF RISING GATOR AND HUMAN POPULATIONS IN THE EASTERN PART OF THE STATE HAS CAUSED AN INCREASE IN CONmICTS WITH PEOPLE ESPECIALLY IN DEVELOPED AREAS LIKE ,AKE 7ACCAMAW

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AND CLOSED FOR HUNTING OF ANY SPECIES 4HE MANAGEMENT PLAN DOES NOT SPECIlCALLY ADDRESS WHETHER LAWMAKERS MAY CONSIDER OPENING LAKES THAT ARE STATE OWNED IN THE GATOR REGIONS TO HUNTING /PEN WATER SHOOTING WITH lREARMS IS NOT ALLOWED UNDER THE STATE S GUIDELINES !NY SEASON WILL BE OPEN 3EPT /CT 4HE BAG LIMIT WOULD BE ONE PER PERMIT WITH A SEASON LIMIT OF ONE ALLIGATOR !LLIGATORS COULD ONLY BE TAKEN USING HAND HELD ROPES OR CATCH POLES HAND HELD OR ROD REEL SNATCH HOOKS HARPOONS OR GIGS WITH ATTACHED RESTRAINING LINES BAITED WOODEN PEGS LESS THAN TWO INCHES IN LENGTH ATTACHED TO HAND HELD RESTRAINING LINES ARCHERY EQUIPMENT WITH ARROW ATTACHED RESTRAINING LINES "AITED HOOKS ARE PROHIBITED BUT ARTIlCIAL LIGHTS

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Notes from the Field, Part 3

What is it about sailing?

Bill Messer Trailerable daysailers are the boat of choice for landlocked sailors, taking the boat to the water with the unique advantage of access to water wherever the roads lead. Sailboats of any kind rely on steady winds for power, and a wide body of water for enjoyment. I had brought my small daysailer with me when I moved here from Raleigh. It was too small for ocean sailing, and I started looking for a bigger boat, an affordable sailboat.

I found the boat: it was 20 years old, traditional in every respect, 30 feet long with a small inboard diesel engine for auxiliary power. It was seaworthy, but like all used boats, had a list of deferred maintenance items to take on.

The first thing I did was to take sailing lessons, a week long project with daily classroom lessons and afternoons putting those lessons to work on the school’s boat. Then I started what would become several years of offshore sailing, mostly just outside Masonboro Inlet off Wrightsville Beach. When the winds were right, I’d come out the inlet and just keep going, out past the horizon, leaving land behind, with nothing but water on all sides.

It was everything I had dreamed of, the joy of a steady breeze, and not running out of lake and having to tack around back and forth. Heeled over, running across the waves with ‘a bone in her teeth’, pushing the water aside forming a bow wave that streamed back along the sides of the boat, rushing away leaving a wake of foam, sometimes joined by a porpoise or two for company.

There is a perfect expression in literature to describe the joy: from The Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahame. In the story, Mole and Rat are rowing up the canal in Rat’s boat. They are discussing nautical things and life in general when Rat is heard to utter, Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing — absolutely nothing — half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats. Simply messing... about in boats — or with boats. In or out of ’em, it doesn’t matter. Nothing seems really to matter, that’s the charm of it. Whether you get away, or whether you don’t; whether you arrive at your destination or whether you reach somewhere else, or whether you never get anywhere at all, you’re always busy, and you never do anything in particular; and when you’ve done it there’s always something else to do.

I could not have said it better.

There’s always something to do on a sailboat: they sit in saltwater, and once a year, or sometimes even two years, the boat must be hauled out and the old bottom paint scraped down to remove the marine growth and barnacles that accumulate, repainted, sacrificial zincs replaced, and everything below the waterline checked.

Above the waterline, mold and algae want to grow on everything, and the shiny wood which is so attractive and ‘nautical’ looking – after about the third season of scraping, sanding and revarnishing, all-fiberglass boats started looking pretty good.

The dodger, a marine canvas structure covering the companionway hatch, was sturdy, but still needed re-stitching from time to time, and the crystal clear marine vinyl windows slowly grew yellowed and brittle.

My friend Dixie showed me how to sew the new material in place right over the old, then cut the old window out – the only way to maintain the shape, fit and curve of the original.

My sails were functional but at 20 years, were old and tired, and already patched. I repaired the patches, and got a couple of years of service and when it came time to consider new ones, I opted instead to make my own, as well as the covers for the sails. I really liked making the sails, and the price for the materials and an industrial sewing machine equaled the price of a new set of sails, but the experience gained in making the sails – about a month’s work – was priceless.

The original Volvo engine had problems. Raw water cooled, the internal water passages had silted up, and little water got through the engine. It would overheat at anything over medium RPM. Eventually I bit the bullet and had a new Yanmar with freshwater cooling and heat exchanger put in, and with a new three-bladed prop, I could practically water-ski!

Well, maybe a little exaggeration, but the difference between four knots under power to more than six knots made it seem so.

There were waterline concerns, too. The boat had a flush toilet, and in port and nearshore waters, the waste went into a holding tank to be pumped out from time to time. At sea, waste was pumped overboard through a seacock, a heavy duty bronze valve. There was another for the galley sink. And, of course, the water inlet for the engine. There was another device, a stuffing box, that kept the propeller shaft and Cutless bearing lubricated, and also kept the water from leaking into the boat at the same time. It was a very simple and reliable wax seal, squeezed under pressure just so, enough the count out

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Boat maintenance is never really finished. There’s always something tp do, part of the fun of messing about with boats.

Jefferson Weaver

The sign on the door says it all “We will be closed Saturday Oct 8 due to the storm. We pray everyone will be safe.”

There’s mold on the sign now, just as there is on much of the merchandise still visible in the store window. A handful of unfortunate insects became trapped between the paper and the window at some point, leaving behind a dried-out husks.

I was early for an appointment in Fair Bluff the day I saw the sign, and went for a walk through downtown.

My buddy George was the only business I knew was open, but since I’d already had lunch, I just went wandering.

I grew up in towns like Fair Bluff, where small businesses and big ideas lined the streets. As tobacco and textiles fell by the wayside, some stores rebranded themselves, while others closed up shop. Fair Bluff wasn’t hopping, but it was still alive, when that sign was taped to the door on Oct. 7, 2016, as Hurricane Matthew brought a new brand of misery to thousands across our state.

Miss Rhonda and I were but two of those survivors, as I have related perhaps too often. We didn’t get hit as bad as some folks, but we were hit far worse than many. We rolled through it.

But my friends and folks I just know in Fair Bluff – and Kelly, Rattlesnake, Canetuck, Currie and elsewhere, for that matter – some of them are still waiting for the help that was promised to them within weeks of the stormwaters finally falling enough that folks could see what was left of their lives.

Most people I know have no desire to accept help from the federal government, but sometimes one has to swal-

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Home Jefferson Weaver low your pride and do so.

Matthew was one of those situations, and many of us gave in to the hard-selling tactics and signed up for one kind of assistance or another.

Assistance. The very word is embarrassing for anyone who works for a living.

It was bad enough to have to ask for help, then get turned down, then ask again, then get turned down, then ask again to get approved, but that’s how bureaucracies work. Efficiency doesn’t guarantee job security.

Now, we dropped out partway into the frustrating, humiliating process. We had friends who stepped up to help, in ways that often brought tears to our eyes.

Some folks don’t have those kinds of resources, and that is where the government should have stepped in.

Yet for some reason, despite promises that the nightmare lessons from hurricanes Fran and Floyd had been taken to heart, some portions of our state government still haven’t coughed up the federal money that was promised to help folks in Southeastern North Carolina.

How much? The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban

Development (HUD) wrote North Carolina a check for $236 million. Our neighbors in that other, Lower Carolina got a similar amount, and their funds have nearly been depleted, rebuilding homes and businesses and doing what they can to prevent another hurricane from destroying what Matthew left behind.

Now, we have seen money from several sources – especially the Golden LEAF Foundation. A longterm fund like the LEAF shouldn’t have to be used to rebuild from a storm. The LEAF folks have a duty to help farmers and others affected by the loss of the tobacco industry, and they have done an outstanding job, in my opinion. Like the neighbors and North Carolinians who haven’t forgotten their roots, they jumped in when there were gaps that needed filling. The LEAF folks have made an incredible difference for a lot of communities in the wake of Matthew.

But just because a firefighter tackles a bank robber, that doesn’t mean the police department no longer has to fight crime. In short,

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Exercise to ease arthritis pain Dear Savvy Senior, What exercises are best suited for seniors with arthritis? I have osteoarthritis in my neck, back, hip and knee and have read that exercises can help ease the pain and stiffness, but I don’t know where to start, and I certainly don’t want to aggravate it.

Stiff and Achy Dear Stiff, Many people who have arthritis believe that exercise will worsen their condition, but that’s not true. Exercise is actually one of the best treatments for osteoarthritis.

Proper and careful exercises can help reduce joint pain and stiffness, strengthen muscles around the joints and increase flexibility. It also helps manage other chronic conditions that are common among seniors with arthritis, such as diabetes, heart disease and obesity.

Here are some tips to help you get started.

Recommended exercises D e t e r m i n i n g e x a c t ly which types of exercises that are best for you depends on the form and severity of your arthritis, and which joints are involved. It’s best to work with your doctor or a physical therapist to help you develop a personalized exercise program. The different types of exercises that are most often recommended to seniors with arthritis include: s2ANGE OF MOTION EXERCISes: These are gentle stretching exercises that can relieve stiffness as well as improve your ability to move your joints through their normal range of motion. These exer-

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cises should be done daily. s3TRENGTHENING EXERCISE Calisthenics, weight training and working with resistance bands are recommended (two or more days a week) to maintain and improve your muscle strength, which helps support and protect your joints. s!EROBIC EXERCISES ,OW impact activities like walking, cycling, swimming or water aerobics are all recommended three to five times per week to help improve cardiovascular health, control weight, and improve your overall function.

It’s also important to keep in mind that when you first start exercising, you need to go slow to give your body time to adjust. If you push yourself too hard you can aggravate your joint pain.

However, some muscle soreness or joint achiness in the beginning is normal.

To help you manage your pain start by warming up with some simple stretches or range of motion exercises for five to 10 minutes before you move on to strengthening or aerobic exercises. Another tip is to apply heat to the joints you’ll be working before you exercise, and use cold packs after exercising to reduce inflammation.

If you’re experiencing a lot of pain while you exercise, you may need to modify the frequency, duration, or intensity of your exercises until the pain improves. Or you may need to try a dif-

ferent activity, for example, switching from walking to water aerobics. But it you’re having severe, sharp or constant pain, or large increases in swelling or your joints feel hot or red, you need to stop and see your doctor.

Exercising aids To help you exercise at home, the Arthritis Foundation offers a variety of free online videos (see Arthritis. org/living-with-arthritis/ exercise/videos) to guide you through a variety of exercises. Or there are arthritis exercise DVDs you can purchase for a few dollars through Collage Video (CollageVideo.com, 800-819-7111) or the Arthritis Foundation Store (AFstore.org).

Also see Go4life.nia.nih. gov (or call 800-222-2225), a National Institute on Aging resource that offers a free exercise guide that provides illustrated examples of different exercises.

If you need some motivation or don’t like exercising alone, ask your doctor about exercise programs in your area for people with arthritis. Hospitals and clinics sometimes offer special programs, as do local health clubs and senior centers.

The Arthritis Foundation also conducts exercise and aquatic programs for people with arthritis in many communities throughout the U.S. Contact your local branch (see Arthritis.org/local-offices, or call 800-283-7800.

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.

Mary Ellen Brown is my grandmother and one of the strongest, most loving people I know. At the age of 92, she holds loosely to the ties that keep her here, and in her own way readies us for the time when she will take leave of this Earth. In the shadow of her legacy, I am small. My Grandma raised five burly boys and a fiery, red-headed girl while working in a field most days. She did it exceedingly well.

I’m barely hanging on by a twig with only two children to raise. Yet, I find room in my blessed life to whine. Never have I witnessed my Grandma utter a word of complaint, although some evenings her prayers were likely quite long. But, how could there be room for negativity in a heart so filled with compassion?

As I drive my thirteenyear-old daughter to school, I’m struck by the offerings of the radio. Barely legible lyrics peppered with censored beeps, convey messages of rebellion, perversion and terrible grammar. Either the FCC has loosened its restrictions or I’ve become a prude, but much of what I’m hearing is a grand display of ignorance and lack of creative thought. These artists, and I use that term loosely, are wealthy beyond words as they rob the innocence from our youth. I could never imagine my Grandmother shelling peas on her front porch listening to Lil’ Wayne singing, “You wanna’ holla you can holla-take her on a trip. But when the deed done you gotta’ send her back.” She has way too much dignity for such nonsense. Grandma used her hoes to grow a garden and feed her children, while Lil’ Wayne uses his to bring in da dough, yo. Lil’ Wayne might be independently wealthy, but it’s hard to build a future with a &*@#W hottie.

Grandma Brown might not be world renown, but she put good people on this earth.

As I continue to vainly play beat the clock while trying to carve in a modicum of quality time with the family, I’m reminded that growing children isn’t about the number of afterschool activities with which they’re involved or the dusty trophies that adorn a bookcase. Rather, it’s in the mundane living of life, the routine and the building of values where our children are best served. Under the illusion of productivity, we run like rats in a maze in the hopes that advantage will be gained on their behalf but, in the end, the time lost will be the greatest regret.

I open my front door in the evenings, cringing as I lay witness to piles of unwashed dishes, remnants of greasy bacon packages left on the couch by unruly dogs and dinner that sits frozen. I bark at Daniel, Lindsay and the dogs as my hopes for a peaceful end to the day is trumped by this forgotten chaos.

My Grandmother was busy, of course, and her house was a hub of activity, but there remained an unspoken, unencumbered peace within its walls. It was a sanctuary built firmly on a foundation

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Several members of Cape Fear Chapter 3, United Daughters of the Confederacy gave a historical presentation to the fourth and fifth graders at Cape Fear Center for Inquiry April 11. During this educational program, the students learned about Confederate Spy Rose O’Neal Greenhow. Lives and pastimes of the children of the era as well as Victorian mourning customs were Hampstead American Legion Post 167 Commander Roger Kersey (left) presents the also discussed. A book concerning this time period annual 50/50 winner’s check to Gene Ziemba. was donated to the fourth and fifth grade teacher for the children to read. Cape Fear 3 UDC offers a writing contest which is open to fourth and fifth graders in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties. For further information please contact Mary Lackey at 910520-0391. Pictured left to right are Brenda Shadrick, Linda Lashley, Frances Wray, Mary Lackey Pat Gasson, and Yvonne Brown.

Cub Scout Pack 740 Breakfast fundraiser May 12 8-10 a.m.

The plates include: •2 eggs •2 pancakes •2 pieces of bacon The cost is $6 without a drink or $6.50 with a drink.

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Dr. Peter Nguyen (right), Interim Associate Vice Chancellor of Distance Education at UNCW, spoke to Burgaw Rotary Club last week about the growing online programs offered by UNCW. Pictured with Dr. Nguyen is Karen Barnhill, Business Officer with UNCW and member of Burgaw Rotary and William Rivenbark, President of Rotary Club.

Weaver Continued from page 3A recovering from Matthew ain’t the job of the LEAF, but stuff needed doing, and they are doing what they can.

No one has been able to supply me with a solid answer as to why North Carolina’s leadership is sitting on the federal storm rebuilding money. I hear speculations and opinions, but I am not yet at liberty to make those public. If they are true, it’s a sign of exactly how insidious party politics have become, and how callous some folks in Raleigh are to those they are supposed to serve – and those who write their paychecks.

More than half the counties in North Carolina saw some kind of effects from Matthew. We saw more than most others down here in the Southeast. While I don’t know of anyone sleeping on their front porch any more to protect what’s left of their

Hill Continued from page 3A of love and discipline.

While she remains with us still, under the constant care of family, Grandma Brown

home, too many people are still waiting to know if they’ll ever be able to live in their homes again.

The wheels of government turn slowly, and are often out of balance, squeaky and not even designed to fit the machine to which they are attached – but they are still supposed to turn. I strongly suspect that some of those in charge of making those wheels turn have no desire to do so, since their storm damage has been repaired.

Meanwhile, folks are losing what’s left of their homes, buildings are shells as empty as the exoskeletons of the bugs trapped behind that sign, and entire communities are wondering why they ever believed someone spouting the old line, “I’m from the government and I’m here to help.”

There are those who had insurance, or rolled up their sleeves, counted pennies, and started over. There are others who have refused to give

up, even though there is no sign of hope on the horizon.

There are some who also just walked away, and will never again return to the small towns that were founded four and five generations back by their families.

I doubt when that sign went up in the window of the store in Fair Bluff, anyone expected the downtown would be closed more than a few days. I know some folks who had to take a boat back to their home on the Black River after realizing that this time, the storm was going to be more than an inconvenience.

Most of us have stories and friends and families and maybe even businesses that have been sitting here, waiting for someone to open the door and take down the sign that says “Closed Saturday Oct. 8”.

And far too many are still praying, nearly two years later, than everyone will be safe.

rests in a hospital bed in the middle of her living room in the house where my daddy, uncles and aunt grew up.

That little white house remains a hub of activity, filled with grandchildren and great-grandchildren running

about, wrestling on the floor and playing hide and seek outside. In the middle of the laughter and constant chatter, amongst walls filled with photos both new and old, I feel peace and know that I am home.

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Thursday and Friday May 3rd and 4th prior to Spring Fest artwork will be on display at the ArtBeat Community Center across from the Courthouse Square. The art show will open Thursday evening May 3rd at 6pm with work from area artists and residents. There is no entry fee. Come be a part of our growing art community. We appreciate your support and participation! Call or message Cheryl Holt at 910.271.0433 or RoxanneMoore@live.com for more information. This event sponsored by the Pender Arts Council.

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Education

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Pender schools announce principal assignments The Pender County Board of Education appointed several new principals for the 2018-19 school year during its regular School Board meeting April 10.

“We are excited to announce the principals of Surf City Elementary School and Surf City Middle School, as well as new leadership at Topsail Middle School,” said Dr. Steven Hill, superintendent of Pender County Schools.

“We are confident the named principals will establish and maintain a strong academic foundation that will continue to support Pender County as a leading school district in the State of North Carolina.”

Brian Allen, Surf City Elementary School Brian Allen, currently assistant principal at Topsail Elementary School, has been named principal of Surf City Elementary School. Allen earned his bachelor’s degree, as well as master’s degrees in

Elementary Education and School Administration from the University of North Carolina Wilmington.

Allen brings eight years of experience in the field of education to the position. He is excited to serve as principal of Surf City Elementary School.

“I’m looking forward to building a culture and identity for the school that really embraces the community,” Allen said. “We cannot wait to open our doors to students, families, and staff and continuing the tradition of excellence in Pender County Schools.”

University of New Mexico and a master’s degree from Lesley University. Dr. Romero-Lehrer brings 37 years of experience working in education to Surf City Middle School, 23 of which have been as a building administrator.

Dr. Romero-Lehrer is looking forward to the opportunity to open a new school in the Topsail area.

“Pender County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state,” Dr. Romero-Lehrer said. “Having been a part of the Topsail school community since 2007, I have seen the impact this growth has had on our schools.

“I’m very happy to be involved in the opening Surf City Middle School and creating a learning environment where students receive the educational experience fami-

Dr. Anna Romero-Lehrer, Surf City Middle School Dr. Romero-Lehrer, currently the principal at Topsail Middle School, has been named principal of Surf City Middle School. She recently earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership from East Carolina University and holds a bachelor’s degree from the

Communities in Schools Healthy Start Breakfast April 24 at Burgaw Depot

By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Staff Writer The Board of Directors of Communities In Schools of Cape Fear (CISCF) will offer a Healthy Start Breakfast April 24. The light breakfast and 45-minute presentation will begin at 7:45 a.m. at the Historic Train Depot in Burgaw. The focus of the program will be on how “We are all in for kids,” to make sure our students succeed both in school and in life.

Donations will be accepted but are not required from those who attend.

According to CISCF, 62 students dropped out of schools every day across North Carolina last year. During the same time in New Hanover and Pender County Schools, Communities in Schools of Cape Fear provided services for 943 at risk students. Of those, 97 percent remained in school, 92 percent of them graduated from high school and 96 percent demonstrated academic improvements. The program’s mission is to surround students in need with a supportive community, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

Communities In Schools is a local nonprofit supported by grants, corporate and private donations. The group offers programs in area schools and brings community resources, services, parents and volunteers together to help meet students’ needs. After school programs, non-traditional learning, teen parenting and dropout prevention are some of the topics addressed.

CISCF offers a variety of programs to local students. In Pender County, Student Support Specialists at Freeman Burgaw Middle School, Cape Fear Middle School, Penderlea School, West Pender Middle School, Pender High School and Heidi Trask High School provide services to students identified as being at-risk of dropping out, or in need of specific intervention services.

Students are linked with resources and programs including mental health counseling, tutoring, attendance monitoring, mentoring, and afterschool programs.

The 21st Century Learning Center program is designed to help them meet local and state

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the opportunity to collaborate with Surf City Middle School to create two great schools for our students,” Mr. Lawrence said. “Surf City Middle School will be made up of current Topsail Middle School students, and many staff members will also be coming from Topsail Middle. We have already begun discussing ways we can work together to support students and staff and build the community around both schools.”

Science Night at North Topsail Elementary Jake Lawrence, Topsail Middle School Lawrence, currently serving as the assistant principal at Topsail Middle School, has been named the school’s principal. Mr. Lawrence brings 11 years of experience in the

April 19 5:30-7 p.m.

Science Night provides an evening of hands-on science activities. Children will discover the fun of science through hands-on STEM activities. Activities will include slime making, colorful butterflies, Garden In A Glove and more. Participants include Ecological Marine Adventures Surf City Parks and Recreation, Topsail High School

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During the months of April, May and June, every Pender County elementary school provides 6 p.m. May 10, 2018 10 a.m. April 11, 2018 opportunities for both parents and students to learn about the upcoming kindergarten year.

9:30-11 a.m. April 26, 2018 There are two distinctly different 6 p.m. April 19, 2018 opportunities available to all newly enrolled families. The parent events are focused on 8:30 -10 a.m.

5:30 p.m. May 24, 2018 school readiness and becoming May 21 and May 22, 2018 familiar with school staff and facilities. The student events help incoming kindergarteners 9 a.m. May 22, 2018 9 a.m. May 22, 2018 understand what it is like to be in school. They will participate in a few activities that kindergartners regularly 5:30 p.m. May 3, 2018 5:30 p.m. May 3, 2018 participate in during their first year of school. Examples include, but are not limited to, walking in a line, singing songs, 9-10:30 a.m. and 9-10:30 a.m. or listening to the teacher read a 4:30-6 p.m. May 24, 2018 May 24, 2018 book. Student activities are designed so that new kindergartners will be excited 9 a.m. May 22, 2018 9 a.m. May 22, 2018 about the independence associated with being in a classroom setting when the first day of school arrives. Families 9 a.m. May 22, 2018 9 a.m. May 22, 2018 who take full advantage of both of our spring welcome activities are informed, excited and ready All Topsail Area Schools are holding events at the same time and date. for school to begin. We hope to Please attend an event at North Topsail Elementary, South Topsail see every new kindergarten Elementary, or Topsail Elementary. family and student at our spring welcome events!

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Lawrence has served as assistant principal at Topsail Middle School for three years, during which time he said he has been fortunate to learn and grow from Dr. RomeroLehrer and school staff.

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Pender Sports

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Titan nine earns two wins

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Heide Trask Titan varsity baseball team has picked the pace up in the last couple of weeks. The team struggled in the last week of March, dropping three games in a row.

However, the Rocky Point squad has rebounded nicely, winning four of their last five. Last week the Titans hosted Coastal 8 foe Richlands early in the week before hosting Wallace-Rose Hill on Friday night.

The home team Titans edged a game Wildcat squad 10-9 on a Will Andrews run

scored then dispatched of former conference mate Wallace-Rose Hill 15-5 in five innings.

The Titans started their big left-hander Nathan Harrell against Richlands. The senior standout left in the fifth inning with over 100 pitches under his belt and the Titans nursing a 4-2 lead.

Coach Ronnie Pruitt went with his closer in Justin Collier and the Wildcats had his number. Miles Jordan pitched the final three frames and did not give up a run.

The score was tied going into the 10th inning. Trask had runners on second and third with no outs and se-

nior backstop Robbie Patterson stepped up and stroked a single up the middle to score Will Andrews.

Jordan earned the win while Andrews had two runs batted in and four runs scored. Collier was 3-4 with two runs scored.

Next up was Wallace. The Bulldogs found the going tough with the Titans hitting the ball extraordinarily well. The scoreboard read 10-2 after three innings. Wallace scored three runs in the top of the fifth but the Titans answered with three runs to end the game after five innings due to the state’s mercy rule.

Jordan went the distance to earn his second win of the week. He went five innings, giving up five hits and five runs. Only two of the runs were earned.

Chase Foxbower led the Titans with a 2-3 performance that included three runs batted in and three runs scored.

Jordan helped his cause with three hits and three runs batted in. Robbie Patterson was 2-4 with two RBI. The Titans are now 9-5 overall and 3-5 in conference play. They hosted East Carteret on Tuesday and was at South Brunswick on Wednesday. They finish the week at Dixon.

Pender baseball earns conference win, falls to Richlands

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Pender high varsity baseball coach Jeff Lee and his upstart Patriot baseball team started the season on a sour note. After dropping their first five games, they could have folded and just rode out the season.

However, this team dug deep and responded positively.

After beating rival Trask, the Pats have found their niche.

That niche is never giving up and battling at every at bat and on every pitch. While that niche does not always translate into wins, the team is competitive in every contest.

Last week the Pats opened the week with a 16-6 win over Coastal 8 foe Southwest Onslow. Pender broke open a 6-6 contest in the bottom of the sixth frame, batting around while plating 10 runs.

Pender’s Chase Norris pitched 1/3 inning in relief of starter Josh Roberts to be credited with the victory. Stephen Brunetti was 3 for 3 with three runs batted in and three runs scored to pace the Patriots while Josh Roberts was 3 for 4 with four RBIs and three runs scored.

Next up was a non-conference affair with East Columbus. The Gators beat Pender

9-6 at their place early in the year. This time they found a more competitive team on the diamond. Pender scored four runs in the first frame but found themselves down 7-4 after four innings. The Pats scored a run in each of the final two frames but fell 7-6.

Daniel Parker took the loss on the mound. He went five innings, scattering eight hits while giving up seven runs.

Only three of the runs were earned with the Patriots making three errors. Josh Barnhill led the Pats with two hits including a double and two runs batted in.

The final game of the week was a home affair with a very good Richlands team. The Wildcats pitching staff held the Pats to just four hits in the contest while the improved Pender defense regressed with five miscues in falling 9-1.

Pender’s ace right hander Tyler Norris took the loss.

He went 4.2 innings, giving up nine hits and nine runs.

Only three of the runs were earned.

Josh Barnhill had two of the Patriots four hits.

Pender, (4-10/4-3) was at home Tuesday verse Dixon.

They were at Richlands on Thursday and at East Carteret on Friday.

Topsail Sports Roundup

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer Girls’ lacrosse A tough week for the Lady Pirates (6-6, 3-6) concluded with a 14-2 Conference One loss at Hoggard (9-2, 8-1). Lady Viking twin sisters Clair (five goals) and Katie (five assists) combined to do most of the damage. Topsail trailed 3-1 at halftime behind a solid defense led by defender Emily Doane. Goals were scored

by Delaney Popella and Hannah Jones. Jane Hobbs had 11 saves in goalTuesday the Lady Pirates fell 10-5 at home to West Brunswick. Jones (three), Popella, and Lucy Nestor-Dowling had the Topsail goals, while Hobbs had seven saves.The Lady Pirates were at New Hanover (2-9, 1-7) Tuesday and back home against South Brunswick (0-10, 0-8) Friday.

Boys’ golf After spending a good portion of the season finishing behind the Cougars of South Brunswick, the Pirates had a breakthrough week behind medalist honors in two matches by juniors Max Johnson and Harrison Wiese.

Topsail completed a sweep of its two conference matches Thursday at the 6,200-yard, Par 72 Lockwood Folly Country Club with a team total of 324 – 17 points ahead of runner-up South Brunswick (341).

Johnson was the Medalist with a 72, three strokes ahead of Cougar Xavier Williams.

Other Top scorers were Wiese (82), Evan Higgins (84), and Anthony Tartaglione (86).

Monday the Pirates recorded a team score of 321 for a narrow two-point win over the Cougars (323). Wiese (74) claimed Medalist honors followed by Johnson (78), Higgins (84), Barrett Holmes (85), and Tartaglone (88).

“We’ve improved a little bit but we’re actually shooting about the same (team) score that we have been,” Topsail Coach Jamie Rochelle said. “South had a couple of kids that didn’t play like they usually do and that helped us out. We have two conference matches left and we’re down several overall strokes to South so it’s a longshot for us to win the conference.

We’d like to win the next two matches but we’re going to *NCHSAAA) regionals, regardless. It’s just a matter of playing good that day, it’s a one-day tournament so we can move onto states.

Topsail was at Compass Point (New Hanover) Monday and heads to Magnolia Greens (North Brunswick) next Monday for the regularseason finale.

Track and field Saturday the girls’ and boys’ teams participated in the highly competitive Ashley Invitational. The girls finished ninth (41 points) out of 22 teams in the competition won

by North Brunswick (71.5).

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Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

Topsail shortstop Shane Nolan scoops up a grounder during a recent game in Hampstead.

Vikings deal blow to Pirates title hopes

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The Topsail baseball team entered Friday night’s MidEastern 3A/4A Conference home game against Hoggard on positive note after an 8-5 win over West Brunswick and facing a team they defeated 10-5 on the road a little over a month ago.

The Pirates trailed leaguer leaders New Hanover (13-1, 7-1) and Ashley (13-3, 7-1) by 1-1/2 games with the Wildcats and as tough South Brunswick (11-5, 4-4) on the schedule in the upcoming week –along with a road makeup game Wednesday at (8-7) South Central.

So, it’s tough to determine if the Pirates were looking ahead, or if this was one of those fickle finger of fate games against the struggling Vikings (11-5, 4-4). Either way, the game produced a negative result for Topsail program, rendering not only this week’s game more important, but putting the Pirates on notice that no one left on the schedule should be taken lightly.

Hoggard’s Parker Holmes blasted a three-run home run in the top of the fifth inning

and those became the eventual winning runs as Hoggard upset Topsail 8-6 in Hampstead.

The loss dropped Topsail to 11-5 overall but, more importantly, to 5-3 in the conference – two full games behind the co-league leaders with a game at New Hanover Tuesday and a home game against the Screaming Eagles on May 1.

Topsail handed New Hanover its only loss (1-0 on 3/16) but fell 2-1 at Ashley (4/6). There is also an April 27 home game against North Brunswick, which beat Topsail 2-1 in Leland (3/9).

Hoggard jumped out to leads of 2-0 after one inning and 5-1 after two innings – two errors contributing heavily to the three second-inning tallies. An Elliott Blanton and a Hayden Walsh single accounted for the first Pirate run , and a single

by Miles Cota (4-for-4, four RBIs) scored Petey Frey with the second Topsail run in the third. Holmes’ round-tripper made it 8-2 but the Pirates chipped away with two runs in the bottom of the fifth with a double by Colby Emmertz

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Lady Pirate Madison Meehan brings the ball up field.

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In My Opinion Injuries are a part of high school athletics. There are times when a team can appear to be at the top of their game and all the sudden the bottom falls out. It only takes one or two injuries for a team to go from a contender to a middle of the pack team or even worse.

In the game of basketball an injury to a starter is magnified. With only five players on the court at one time it only takes that one injury to derail what appears to be a championship season.

A high school coach has to learn to roll with the punches. They know that in a moments notice their season can fall part. However, they also know that they are dealing with young folks. Some of these young athletes have an opportunity to play at the next level and what that high school coach does will have a direct bearing on their future at the collegiate level and beyond.

A baseball pitcher is one of those athletes that have to be monitored. They have to watch how often they pitch and what they throw at a young age. I for one do not believe that a little leaguer should throw a curve ball. I believe that it is bad for their arm and can cause damage down the line. I have watched several players in the area have ma-

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jor surgery on their arms and or shoulder. I can’t say that it is due to throwing the breaking ball early, but it sure didn’t help.

In recent years the NCHSSA has instituted pitch counts for high school baseball pitchers. I believe that this has helped in our area and around the state.

I can see where it could be a hindrance to a coach, but I also believe that a good coach will learn to work with the rule and even benefit from it. For instance, if the team you are playing is throwing their ace and you are having problems hitting him then maybe you tell your players to be more selective. Get that pitch count up so you don’t have to see him the whole game.

I believe that it is a high school coaches job to protect their players and their futures at all costs. Even if it means losing a game. Of course, this is just my opinion.

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By Bobby Norris and Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writers Saddled with several girls missing, including starting senior goalkeeper Hayley Childress, who is out for the remainder of the season, the Topsail girls’ dropped a pair of games this past week.

Tuesday the Lady Pirates (2-11, 1-7) fell 4-0 on the road at West Brunswick, the Lady Trojans first Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference win of the year.

“We controlled the game but just cannot finish our shots,” Topsail Coach Jenny Mix said.

Thursday the Topsail girls returned home where they fell 10-1 to powerful and unbeaten Hoggard. The Lady Vikings have scored 42 goals while giving up just seven on the entire season. Tralyn Magliocco scored Topsail’s lone goal off an assist from Danielle Vara. Briana Vreuls had eight tough saves and Makayla Hart had two saves for Topsail.

The Lady Pirates were home Tuesday against New Hanover and are at South Brunswick Thursday.

The Pender Lady Patriots continue to find the going tough when it comes to playing the Onslow County schools. Last week they dropped a pair of Coastal 8 Conference matches. They fell 9-0 to both Southwest Onslow and Richlands.

The Lady Patriots (4-81/0-8) opened the week at East Columbus before hosting Dixon on Tuesday. They were at East Carteret on Friday.

The Heide Trask Lady Titans dropped a Coastal 8 Conference match early last week before edging Wallace – Rose Hill 3-0.

Richlands came to Rocky Point and beat the Lady Titans 7-0. Trask keeper Leana Pfeiffer had 20 saves on 27 shots.

In the Wallace - Rose Hill match Anisa Lewis and Yaitza Villalobos each scored goals while Pfeiffer earned the shutout in the net.

The Titans are 7-6 overall

Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

Lady Pirate kicker Michelle Valentin returns a head shot during a recent game in Rocky Point. and 3-5 in conference play.

They host East Carteret on Tuesday and travel to Dixon on Friday to engage the Lady Bulldogs.

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Topsail’s Rachel Kapiko wins Heart of a Champion Award

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer Topsail High School senior Rachel Kapiko was chosen as the North Carolina High School Athletic Association’s Heart of Champion last Saturday at an awards banquet in Chapel Hill.

The Heart-of-A-Champion Award recognizes studentathletes who have participated in at least one varsity sport and remained ejectionfree during the school year.

These students also exemplify outstanding citizenship and sportsmanship. The award is also sponsored by the NCHSAA Student Services Division and North Carolina Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company.

Kapiko was in a devastating automobile accident at the beginning of her junior year that put her in the hospital and curtailed her junior season on the volleyball court.

A police officer who arrived at the scene after Kapiko was taken to New Hanover Re-

Rachel Kapiko with parents Leigh Anne Faulker and Jay Kapiko. gional Medical Center apparently voiced the question, “Is the person who was in that car alive.”

Kapiko was not only alive but this tough and courageous young lady battled

pain and injury and wound up coming back to the volleyball court for the end of the season before playing a full season of basketball. Rachel was nominated for the award

by Topsail Athletics Direc-

tor Barry West, who was not even at the school at the time of Kapiko’s accident, but was so impressed by her tenacity, and dedication, as well as involvement in the community that he chose to nominate her.

“I nominated her because I got to know Rachel and her parents and I knew she had overcome something pretty devastating as far as the accident was concerned, the way it was described to me,” West said. “I felt it was just phenomenal, not only that she came back, but that she came back as quickly as she did. That’s just amazing from that type of devastating injury and show that much determination and resilience and dedication.”

West said he was 99-3/4 percent sure that Rachel was the first one from Topsail to win the award because NCHSAA Director Que Tucker said she was glad to see that Topsail was active in the stu-

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Lady Pirates top South Brunswick, Hoggard

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The girls on the Topsail softball team could have traveled two different paths Friday in their Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference game at home against a Hoggard team they beat by the narrowest of margins (3-2) back on March 13 – they could have hung their heads about virtually giving one away Thursday against rival West Brunswick, or they could show their resilience and put Thursday’s game behind them, using her second go-around with the Lady Vikings as the foundation for a successful second half of the

conference season.

Fortunately for the blackand-gold faithful – and for their conference and NCHSAAA state playoff aspirations – this classy and dedicated group of young ladies chose the latter.

Sophomore Maggie Smith had two hits, including a double, and knocked in three runs and classmate Lauren Strnad added three hits, doubling twice and knocking two runs in support of the twohit, four strikeout pitching effort of sophomore Addy Howard, another of this young stable of talented athletes, as Topsail defeated Hoggard 9-1 Friday.

“Besides the North Brunswick game I thought it was the most complete game we’ve played all year,” Topsail Coach Eric Phillips said.

“Addy Howard hit her spots, and when we do that we can be dangerous. We can play defense with anybody and we can run with anybody, but we have to give our defense a chance.”

Topsail (11-4, 6-2) scored twice in the first inning with one run scoring on an error and another on a Smith sacrifice fly, and it became 4-0 in the fifth with a Smith double plating Tanesha Williams and an error allowing Smith to score. The Lady Pirates broke

it open with five runs in the sixth with a Smith single accounting for one of the run, and Strnad double sending two more home.

“We all did our part and did everything we could to bounce back,” Smith said.

“Addy did very good, she hit her spots, and she did what she was a supposed to do. As for me, the first two bats were pretty rough but I went out there on the tee and changed my mindset and it just clicked and I figured out how to hit, making it better night for me.”

Thursday produced a

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Lady Titans fall to Richlands in five innings

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Heide Trask Lady Titans have found the 2018 season to be one that they would rather forget. Last week was a prime example of how far the program has fallen.

Richlands jumped out to an 8-0 lead and cruised to a 18-7 Coastal 8 win over the Titans. a day later the North Bruns-

wick Lady Scorpions took no mercy on the undermanned and rebuilding Titans, laying a 20-0 beating on the Rocky Point team. The final game of the week was at home verse Wallace – Rose Hill. The lady Bulldogs took an 8-1 win in what was the most competitive game of the week.

In the Richlands game the Wildcats began to substitute freely after the third frame.

The Titans scored six runs in the fourth frame to cut the lead to 12-6. Richlands scored six runs in the top of the fifth, ending the game after five innings. Senior right hander Brittany Foy took the loss in the circle. She led the Titans at the plate.

In the North Brunswick game, the Scorps were never threatened. The score was 14-0 after two innings and

18-0 after three frames. Trask was held to just one hit in the contest.

Wallace was a more manageable team for the young Titans. despite the Bulldogs 11-4 record the Titans played them well.

The Titans are now 4-10 overall and 2-8 in conference play. They hosted first place East Carteret on Tuesday and was at Dixon on Friday.

Lady Patriots beats Southwest, falls to Richlands

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

If first year Pender Lady Patriot softball coach Corrina Reece had to use just one word to describe her Lady Patriot team it would be depleted.

An already thin team suffered a major blow last week when their top pitcher and one of the top hurlers in the area in Lauren Gammons was deemed unable to pitch.

The sophomore had one of the best records in the area and was on her way to an

Benavides looks to get things started for Trask

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The lead off spot on a high school baseball team is one that is of the utmost importance. It is the player that sets the tone for the rest of the game.

The perfect leadoff player has to be one who will sacrifice himself and his statistics for the good of the team.

At Heide Trask that player is sophomore Gage Benavides.

Gage has grown in leaps and bounds this season. he has learned how to be a valuable part of the team. He has learned the inner workings of being a leadoff batter.

In recent weeks Benavides has limited his mistakes at the plate and has been more patient. That has translated into being a much better hitter.

The Titans are in an important stretch and Gage Benavides is out with an injury.

The Titans need their leadoff batter on deck and ready to go.

unforgettable season in the circle when she heard something pop during warmups.

Reece shut her down but the super soph did play in the field and bat.

The Pats rode a very good performance both in the circle and at the plate by freshman Haley Schaeffer to an 11-3 win over Southwest Onslow to get the week started. They fell a day later to East Columbus in nine innings and then lost to Richands 15-3.

“Lauren will be evaluated this week, “said Reece. “She is suffering from wrist pain

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but hopes to be able to come back and pitch. She is swinging a hot bat.”

Pender jumped on Southwest in the first inning to the tune of five runs and went up 9-0 after three frames.

The game was never in doubt from there with the freshman Schaeffer doing her thing in the circle and at the plate.

Schaeffer scattered five hits and struck out five in picking up her first win as a high school pitcher. She was also very good at the plate, going 3-3 with two doubles and four runs batted in. Tyanna

Topsail’s Kapiko has the heart of a champion

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When Rachel Kapiko was injured in an automobile accident during her junior year she was relegated to the sidelines when it came to one of the things she loved, volleyball. The determined young lady did not let her setback get the best of her. She worked diligently to return to the court and did in fact return late in the season. She also played basketball.

Miss Kapiko was recently chosen as the NCHSSA Heart of Champion last Saturday.

Rachel was nominated for the award by Topsail Athletics Director Barry West, who was not even at the school at the time of Kapiko’s accident, but was so impressed by her tenacity, and dedication, as well as involvement in the community that he chose to nominate her.

Miss Kapiko is an excellent student athlete and person.

She sets a great example for others following in her footsteps.

Holmes was 3-4 while Ashley Dupalavich was 2-3.

Next up was a non-conference affair with East Columbus. The Lady Gators scored a run in the bottom of the ninth to take a hard earned 7-6 win.

The game was tied 3-3 after three innings. East Columbus scored two runs in the fourth and one in the fifth before the Pats scored three runs on a Gammons homerun in the top of the sixth to tie the score. The Gators scored the

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ettin’ a Line with The Post & Voice

Pender County’s weekly look at what’s biting and where

Area anglers looking forward to the blues

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Fishing Fanatic The area anglers are getting ready for the blues.

There have been a few of these feisty fish caught in the area with a couple being good sized.

Most of the talk is about the red fish bite. The angler that wants to take the time to find a dock or oyster bed or any other structure and tie on their favorite lure can find success. The backcreek marshes are also a good place to find these tasty guys. The folks I have talked to have used both live and artificial baits.

The surf fishing is just beginning to improve. There have been some black sea bass caught as well as a few mullet. Cut shrimp will work here. There have also been a blue or two caught as well as an occasional redfish.

The local piers are excited to see some warmer weather. There have been a few anglers out and they have found a few black drum have been caught. However, the fish of choice seems to be the Virginia mullet. These

guys are being caught on shrimp and have been biting well after dark. There have been a couple of nice blues caught as well.

The freshwater anglers are getting their boats ready while others are finding their best spots on the banks of the local ponds and lakes.

The crappy bite is lukewarm while the bream bite is picking up. Red worms will work for the bream while live minnows and crickets will work for the crappie.

This weeks fishing tip Although the temperatures are rising, the mornings are still pretty chilly.

There is nothing worse than getting out on the water and finding that you are ill prepared for the weather.

Make sure that you go ahead and prepare yourself for the early morning temps.

Dress in layers so that as the sun comes up and the temperatures rise that you can remove a layer. If you are lucky by mid-morning you can be down to your best tshirt. And by the way, a thermos full of hot coffee will make those chilly mornings much more enjoyable.

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Top Performers

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Pender Patriot softball team has struggled with injuries and other unforeseen obstacles this season and has still been in the hunt for the Coastal 8 conference title.

Last week the Lady Pats beat Southwest Onslow behind the pitching and hitting of freshman Haley Schaeffer.

The freshman righty scattered five hits and struck out five in picking up her first win as a high school pitcher.

She was also very good at the plate, going 3-3 with two doubles and four runs batted in. Tyanna Holmes was 3-4 while Ashley Dupalavich was 2-3.

Lauren Gammons was unable to pitch last week because of a sore wrist but did her best to contribute. She was 5-5 in the Pats one run loss to East Columbus. She had a dinger and four runs batted in.

The Trask Lady Titans continue to struggle. However, one bright spot is the play of senior Brittany Foy. The Topsail Lady Pirates won two of three last week.

Sophomore Maggie Smith had two hits, including a double while driving in three runs and classmate Lauren Strnad added three hits,

Pender’s Holmes a true twosport standout

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer As a freshman on the Pender Lady Patriot basketball team Tyanna Holmes has shown plenty of potential. She cut run, jump and shoot with the upperclassmen and was one of the most athletic players on the team. With all of the accolades she has had as a freshman on the hardwood, basketball is not her best sport.

Tyanna Holmes is a fantastic softball player. She has it all on the softball diamond.

She can hit, field and is one of the fastest if not the fastest player on the Patriot squad.

Miss Holmes is a superb fielder. She can play multiple positions including catcher and shortstop. She has manned shortstop for the Patriots this season and has been rock solid in her limited time on the high school diamond.

With three years remaining, the sky is the limit for Pender Lady Patriot freshman Tyanna Holmes.

doubling twice and knocking in two runs in support of the two-hit, four strikeout pitching effort of sophomore Addy Howard as Topsail defeated Hoggard 9-1. Topsail beat South Brunswick behind the play of Tyesha Williams and Darby Lisk.

Jake Volpe led the Topsail men’s lacrosse team to a big conference win over South Brunswick. He scored five goals with Eli Copeland adding two goals.

Isabela Bufalini won her event at the Ashley Invitational last week. Adam Hart won both the shot put and the discus throw at the meet.

The Topsail baseball team dropped a tough one to Hoggard. Miles Cota went4for-4 with four ribbeys in the loss.

Pender beat Southwest Onslow 16-6 with 10 runs in the sixth frame. Chase Norris pitched 1/3 inning in relief of starter Josh Roberts to be credited with the victory. Stephen Brunetti was 3 for 3 with three runs batted in and three runs scored to pace the Patriots while Josh Roberts was 3 for 4 with four RBIs and three runs scored.

Trask beat Richlands in extra innings. Senior backstop Robbie Patterson had a

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Mrs. Elizabeth Hollingsworth WILLARD -- Mrs. Elizabeth Hollingsworth, age 94, of Willard, passed away Wednesday, April 11, 2018 in Clinton.

She was born Jan. 23, 1924 in Pender County to the late Oscar and Eva Herring Newkirk.

“Lib” as she was affectionately called, was preceded in death by her husband Herbert Hollingsworth.

Mrs. Hollingsworth is survived by two daughters, Veronica Boulware of Harrells, and

Linda Herring(Charles) of Willard, three sons, Illey Hollingsworth of Charlotte, Robert Hollingsworth(Beverly) o f G a rl a n d , a n d B a r r y H o l l i n g swo r t h ( O c c i e ) o f Wilmington; one sister, Delores Key of Watha, and one brother, McKinley Newkirk of Watha.

Visitation was held from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, April 15, 2018 at Dunn Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Burgaw.

The funeral was conducted at 11 a.m. Monday, April 16, 2018 at Roseville Missionary Baptist Church, Highway 421, Willard. Interment will follow in the Hollingsworth Cemetery, Harrells.The family was served by Dunn Funeral Home, Burgaw.

Channing Blair Lanier Channing Blair Lanier, 48, beloved daddy, son, fiancée, brother and loyal friend left this earth way too soon, leaving a huge hole in our hearts.

Channing was born Nov. 22, 1969 in Kinston. He passed

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away peacefully surrounded with love by family at home after a short, courageous battle with cancer.

Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Rev. Baris and Linda H. Lanier; daughter, Madison Blair Lanier; step-children, Kristi Board and Bradley Whitley; fiancée, Jennifer Montgomery; brothers, Devaul Lanier (Janice), Rodney P. Lanier (Emily), and Lantz Lanier (Kelly); and numerous nieces and nephews all who dearly loved Channing.

The family received friends Saturday, April 14, 2018 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with funeral service beginning at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial followed in Riverview Memorial Park.

Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com. The family was served by Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation

Pender RSVP holds appreciation celebration for volunteers The Pender County Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) recently joined with other RSVP organizations across the nation in showing appreciation for their volunteers as they celebrated National Service Recognition Day sponsored by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS).

Pender RSVP receives support and funding from CNCS, the federal agency that administers RSVPs across the U.S. through their Senior Corps program.

These RSVP organizations represent one of the nation’s largest networks for senior volunteer opportunities. Locally, Pender Adult Services (PAS) also provides financial support and services through their facilities in the Burgaw Heritage Center and in the Topsail Senior Center in Hampstead.

Pender RSVP creates win/ win situations across the county. Volunteers, who are age 55 or older, support other area seniors with unmet needs in order to help them lead happier and healthier lives.

Pender RSVP also supports several other community based volunteer initiatives including a Reading Buddy Program in the local schools and mentoring developmentally challenged residents.

“Our Pender RSVP volunteers are the best!” said Barbara Mullins, Pender RSVP Director. “They are making a difference in their clients’ lives, our community and their own lives, too.”

Burgaw Mayor Cowan, Surf City Mayor Medlin, Atkinson Mayor Ken Smith, and other leaders in our community attended the recent Pender RSVP volunteer celebrations and

shared their appreciation for RSVP volunteers and the impact they are making in Pender County.

“We really appreciated their recognition of our volunteers’ efforts. We also enjoyed watching them play a game of Jeopardy – RSVP style,” said Mullins. “Our Jeopardy questions were tough but they were ready.

We all had several good laughs, too. Do you know how many local RSVP volunteers we have?”

By the way, the answer is almost 200.

RSVP is always seeking additional volunteers so that their services can be expanded.

To learn more about Pender RSVP, you can visit the Pender RSVP Facebook page, @PenderCountyRSVP, or contact Barbara Mullins at 910-259-9119, extension 329 or bmullins@ penderpas.com.

Center of Burgaw.

Admah Lanier Jr. Admah Lanier, Jr., age 91 went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ Wednesday April 11, 2018. Admah was born in Magnolia, Nov. 7, 1926, to Ada Mae Everett Lanier and Admah Lanier, Sr., who predeceased him.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 72 years, Maebell Wilson Lanier, and three sons, W. C. Lanier (Christine), Neil Lanier (Kathy), and Dean Lanier (Susan) as well as one daughter Kay Rochelle (Ed); grandchildren Rodney Lanier (Glynis), Lisa Harts, Tara Bagwell (Brad), Jamie Rochelle, Christy Coughlin, Michael Lanier (Leigh), and

Benjamin Lanier; 14 greatgrandchildren and one greatgreat grandchild, and many nieces and nephews.

The oldest of eight children, he is survived by four brothers, Joe Lanier, Cal Lanier (Carol), Robert Lanier (Joyce) all of Wilmington, and Bill Lanier (Leathia) of Hampstead; two sisters, Marie Knowles of Burgaw, and Mary Ann Howard (Hubert) of Magnolia.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brother Herbert Lanier, his brotherin-law Robert Knowles and sisters-in-law Rosie Lanier and Estelle Lanier.

The greatest loves of his life were God, his wife Maebell, and his family.

Admah retired after 30 years with the United States Postal Service as a rural carrier in the Wilmington area.

In addition to working for the postal service, he farmed and developed real estate in both Pender and New Hanover counties. He was proud to serve his country in the United States Navy during World War II. Admah was also licensed to preach the Gospel in 1961 and was an active member of the Wilmington Baptist Association. He was involved in the establishment of The Matthew 25 Center in Burgaw, and he and Maebell were charter members of Scotts Hill Baptist Church. His love for travel led him on many adventures including a trip around the world in 2008.

Among Admah’s special memories were growing up in a Christian home full of love, laughter, fun, and good times; church socials at Oak Vale Baptist Church, and the times he spent at the home of his Everett grandparents.

Admah instilled the values he learned throughout his years into the lives of his children and grandchildren.

This is the legacy (in his ow n wo rd s ) t h at A d m a h wished to leave his children: I would like for them to be able to say that their mother and I set an example for them of what constitutes a full and complete life, starting with our church and faith in God. The home where they grew up was always open to family and friends. Things of this world are way down on the list in importance.

Celebration of Life services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 16, 2018 at Scotts Hill Baptist Church. Burial followed in Greenlawn Memorial Park with military honors accorded by the U.S. Navy.

The family received friends Sunday April 15 from 3-5 p.m. at Scotts Hill Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Scotts Hill Baptist Church at 185 Scotts Hill Loop Road Wilmington, NC 28411 or The Matthew 25 House at 1196 Penderlea Hwy. Burgaw, NC 28425.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www. andrewsmortuary.com.

Freedom Lawns expands into Virginia Freedom Lawns announced the opening of their Richmond Virginia franchise according to president Mark A. Tamn. The new franchise will be owned and operated by Joel Butterworth of Midlothian, Va. Butterworth has been in the lawn and landscape business operating his own independent company for more than four years.

“Joel will be a great asset

to our franchise system and Richmond is a booming market for lawn and landscape services such as Freedom Lawns,” said Tamn. “We are pleased to have Joel join our family of franchise owners,” Freedom Lawns USA was started in 1999 by Mark and Lynn Tamn of Hampstead.

Their corporate office is in Hampstead and locally services the Hampstead, Topsail,

and Snead’s Ferry areas. The company now has 12 franchise outlets covering 5 states from Georgia to Maryland.

Butterworth said that he decided to purchase a Freedom Lawns franchise for the Richmond Virginia market because of Freedom Lawns excellent products, service programs , and technical support.

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float switch, and a redundant pump with its own switch mounted a little higher up.

One thing I learned was this: scientists and earth watchers are rightfully concerned about the accumulation of discarded plastics in the oceans and waters and the land. The problem, they say, is the stuff never deteriorates. I’m telling you, if it’s made for marine use on a boat, the plastic part or fixture will dissolve away or turn to dust in no time at all.

Aluminum and chrome plated fixtures oxidize and rust. My old boat was conventional in every way, including proper lights – the portholes, heavy bronze fixtures. Bronze is the metal of choice, but heavy and expensive.

You might thing that with all this ‘messing about with boats’, there would be little time left over for sailing, but there was, and plenty.

Next: the sublime pleasures of sailing.

Continued from page 3A about three or four drops a minute dripping through the stuffing box and into the bilges.

Bilges? The lowest part of the boat were water accumulates. Boats leak in the rain, and from sea spray, and must be pumped from time to time.

I had a manual bilge pump, an electric pump controlled by a

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Surf City Fire Department

Town of Burgaw Government News

Station 25, Headquarters, 100 Deer Run Rd, Hampstead, NC 28443 Station 23, Island, 200 Wilmington Ave, Surf City, NC 28445 (910) 329-1260, (910) 329-1466 fax

April 19, 2018

Community Meeting

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING DATE FOR MAY 2018 Due to the primary election being held on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 in the town’s meeting room, the Board of Commissioners regularly scheduled meeting for that day has been changed to Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 4PM in the meeting room of the Burgaw Municipal Building.

Community Meeting

North East Pender Fire District

The Town of Surf City & NC Dept. of Transportation Invite the Topsail Community:

April 19, 2018 – 7:00 PM

Bridge Construction Community Meeting

SPECIAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING SCHEDULED The Town of Burgaw Board of Commissioners will meet in special session for the purpose of holding a Budget Workshop to discuss the FY 20182019 budget. The meeting will be held on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 9:00 AM in the meeting room of the Burgaw Municipal Building located at 109 N. Walker Street. All interested parties are invited to attend.

Thursday, April 19th

Surf City Fire Department Station 25 100 Deer Run Rd, Hampstead NC, 28443

5:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m.

Surf City Community Center

Fire department operational overview 5-year review (since the merger) North East Pender Fire District Fire Protection Tax Rate Public comment forum

201 Community Center Drive Surf City, NC Full Size Plans of Roadway, Including Roundabouts

Full Size Plans of Detour for Roundabout Construction Timeline & Phase Charts

www.townofsurfcity.com (910) 328-4131

___________________________________________________________________________________ Allen Wilson, Fire Chief Timothy Hobbs, Assistant Chief awilson@townofsurfcity.com thobbs@townofsurfcity.com

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Continued from page 5A academic standards in reading, mathematics and science. CISCF serves students at Burgaw Middle, Cape Fear Middle, West Pender Middle and Penderlea School. The program is designed to help increase attendance and parental in-

volvement, decrease referrals and improve proficiency in Reading and STEM-related activities.

Baby FAST – Pender County is also offered by CISCF. A multifamily group intervention model for young parents and their infants, the program is intended to help families in at risk situations such as singleparent families, teen moms,

isolated families, or those living in communities with higher risk factors. Another program, PaSS, is a 10-week tutoring program that targets third grade students identified by their teachers as not likely to pass their End of Grade tests and be promoted to the next grade.

Community volunteers are trained to implement the

PENDER COUNTY GOVERNMENT NEWS 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 Advisory Board of Health 3 Dentist***, Engineer***, Optometrist*** Board of Adjustment 2 District 3, District 4 Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Auth.

7 Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking Nursing/Adult Care Committee 3 Public Citizen Pender Memorial Hospital Board 2 District 1, District 2 (BOTH Unexpired Terms) Southeastern Economic Development Commission 1 Citizen Representative Tourism Development Authority 1 Collector 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.

For Immediate Release: The Pender County Housing Department is requesting proposals from Construction Contractors to partially rehabilitate portions of one or more apartments at the Country Court Apartment Complex located on 10260 Hwy 421, Currie N.C. 28425.

Interested contractors may visit the site between 10:30 am and 1 pm on Wednesday, April 25th. A staff person will be on site to show an apartment. More information is available on our website at http://www.pendercountync.gov/hse. nd

Proposals will be accepted through Wednesday, May 2 at 4:00 pm by e-mail, in person or by fax. The email address is: jherring@pendercountync.gov. The fax number is 910.259.1343. Our physical address is: 805 South Walker St, Burgaw, NC 28425.

“This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”

NOTICE OF MEETINGS OF THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW

program. This program is offered to all public elementary schools in New Hanover and Pender Counties.

Those interested in attending the Healthy Start Breakfast should RSVP to louise@ ciscapefear.org or call (910) 343-1901. For more information about programs offered

by CISCF visit their website at www.ciscapefear.org.

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR NEWLY FORMED PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD The Town of Burgaw is accepting applications for the newly formed Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Applicants must be residents of the corporate limits of Burgaw. Members of this board shall have the primary responsibility of collaboration with the Parks and Recreation Director for future capital projects as well as special events related to parks and recreation. In addition, this Board shall be responsible for aiding the Parks and Recreation Director in developing and administering recreational programs for town residents. Application may be downloaded from our website at www.townofburgaw.com. Completed applications must be submitted to the Town Clerk by 5PM May 25th at 109 N Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425. For further information, you may contact Sylvia Raynor, Town Clerk at 910-663-3441 between the hours of 8AM and 5PM Monday – Friday or via email at town.clerk@townofburgaw.com.

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

4/19/2018

Notice of Primary Elections for Pender County, North Carolina

The Democratic, Libertarian and Republican Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 to elect party nominees to be placed on the November 6, 2018 ballot for the following offices: U.S. Senate District 8; Libertarian - U.S. House of Representative District 7; Democrat County Commissioner District 1; Democrat - County Commissioner District 3; Republican Clerk of Superior Court; Republican - Pender County Sheriff; Republican Board of Education District 4; Democrat Polling places will be located at: Canetuck – Canetuck Community Building: 6098 Canetuck Rd., Currie Cape Fear – Cape Fear Elementary School: 1886 NC Hwy 133, Rocky Point Caswell – Atkinson School Cafeteria: 200 N Town Hall Ave., Atkinson Columbia – Shiloh Volunteer Fire Dept.: 19170 US Hwy 421, Willard Grady – Moores Creek Missionary Baptist Church: 60 Minuteman Rd., Currie Long Creek – Long Creek Volunteer Fire Dept.: 227 Scott Rd., Rocky Point Lower Topsail – Pender County Annex Building: 15060 US Hwy 17, Hampstead Lower Union – Watha Town Hall: 425 Watha Rd., Watha Middle Holly – Duplin/Pender Forestry Service Building: 5655 NC Hwy 53 E, Burgaw Middle Topsail – Topsail Elementary School: 17385 US Hwy 17, Hampstead North Burgaw – Burgaw Town Hall: 109 N Walker St., Burgaw Penderlea – Penderlea Volunteer Fire Dept.: 4005 NC Hwy 11, Willard Rocky Point – Rocky Point Volunteer Fire Dept.: 1425 Porter Lane Road, Rocky Point Scotts Hill – Wesleyan Chapel Fellowship Hall: 10255 US Hwy 17, Wilmington Sloop Point - Cape Fear Community College 621 NC Hwy 210 E, Hampstead South Burgaw – Cooperative Extension Auditorium: 801 S Walker St., Burgaw Surf City – Surf City Fire Dept.: 200 Wilmington St., Surf City Upper Holly – Maple Hill Volunteer Fire Dept.: 115 N Old Maple Hill Rd., Maple Hill Upper Topsail – North Topsail Elementary School: 1310 Sloop Point Loop Rd., Hampstead Upper Union – Union Rescue Squad Building: 8590 NC Hwy 11, Willard The polls will be open for voting on Election Day from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm. All county residents are eligible to vote in the Primary. Voters who are already registered need not re-register. Residents in the county who are not registered must register by 5:00 pm on Friday, April 13, 2018 to vote in this election.

Registration forms may be obtained from the Pender County Board of Elections office at 807 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC, any branch of the Pender County Library, Atkinson Town Hall, Burgaw Town Hall, Surf City Town Hall, Topsail Beach Town Hall or the Hampstead Annex Building.

Absentee ballots are allowed. Requests for an absentee ballot must be made using a state approved form (available at www.pendercountync.gov/boe) and must be received in the Pender County Board of Elections office by 5:00 pm on May 1, 2018. The Board of Elections will meet on April 3rd, April 17th and May 1st at 10:00 am and again on May 7th, 2018 at 5:00 pm for approving absentee ballot applications.

One-stop voting will be held in the Board of Elections office located at 807 S Walker St., Burgaw and the Pender County Annex Building located at 15060 US Hwy 17 Hampstead beginning April 19, 2018 and ending May 5, 2018. Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Thursday April 19th and Friday April 20th 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Extended voting hours will be offered on Thursday April 26th, Friday April 27th and again on Thursday May 3rd and Friday May 4th from 8:00 am until 7.00 pm at both locations. Saturday voting will be available at BOTH LOCATIONS on Saturday April 28th and again on Saturday May 5th from 8:00 am until 1:00 pm. Canvass will be held at 11:00 am in the Pender County Board of Elections office in Burgaw on May 18, 2018.

Bettie C. Fennell, Chairperson Pender County Board of Elections

Pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-322, the Pender County Board of Equalization and Review will meet as required by law.

PURPOSE OF MEETINGS To hear, upon request, any and all taxpayers who own or control taxable property assessed for taxation in Pender County, with respect to the valuation of such property, or the property of others, and to fulfill other duties and responsibilities as required by law.

TIME OF MEETINGS The Board will convene for its first meeting on Wednesday, APRIL 18, 2018.

The Board will adjourn for the purpose of accepting requests for hearing at its last meeting on Friday, May 4, 2018.

Meetings will begin promptly at 10:00 AM In Tax Assessors Conference Room of the Howard Holly Building.

Requests for hearing must be received no later than final adjournment which is scheduled for Friday, May 4, 2018 at 3:00 PM. In the event of an earlier or a later adjournment, notice to that effect will be published in this newspaper.

The schedule for the hearing of appeals which were timely filed will be posted at the office of the Assessor, serving as Clerk to the Board, and will also be provided to individuals and organizations that have requested notice pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-318.12.

All requests for hearing should be made to: Justian Pound, Clerk to the Pender County Board of Equalization and Review Office of Tax Assessor PO Box 67 Burgaw, N. C. 28425 Telephone: (910) 910-1221

5:30PM 9:00AM 4:00PM

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PENDER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS AS FOLLOWS: DATE OF HEARINGS: May 1, 2018 TIME OF HEARINGS: 7:00 p.m.

LOCATION OF HEARINGS: THE PUBLIC HEARING NOTED WILL BE HELD IN THE PUBLIC MEETING ROOM AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING ROOM 145, 805 SOUTH WALKER STREET, BURGAW, N.C. 28425 Zoning Text Amendment

JEAT Properties, applicant, is requesting the approval of a Zoning Text Amendment to the Pender County Unified Development Ordinance.

Specifically, the request is to amend Section 5.3.2 ‘Table of Permitted Uses’ to allow for the use of ‘Borrow Pit Mining’ (NAICS 212321) as a use Permitted in conjunction with the Master Development Plan Process with Standards in the RP, Residential Performance zoning district. A detailed description of the proposed change is available in the Pender County Planning and Community Development Department Offices.

For Additional Information: Contact Pender County Planning & Community Development 805 S Walker St Burgaw, NC 28425 Phone 910-259-1202

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS All persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of JORDAN BLAKE ROBERTS, File No.: 17-E-475, deceased, of Pender County, N.C., are notified to present the same to the personal representative listed below on or before June 29, 2018, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All debtors of the said estate are asked to make immediate payment.

This the 23rd day of March, 2018.

Sarrah Marie Roberts, Administrator c/o Tisdale, McConnell & Bardill, LLP 400 New Bridge St. Jacksonville, NC 28540 #8155 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/2018 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 Charles Ray Lee, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Charles Ray Lee, to present them to the undersigned on or before July 5, 2018 at 190 Cooper Lane, Rocky Point, NC 28457 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 29th day of March, 2018.

Diane Lee 190 Cooper Lane Rocky Point, NC 28457 #8153 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/2018 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-489 PENDER COUNTY et. al., Plaintiff(s), v.

RANDALL JONES, owner, et. al., Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SALE In accordance with an Order entered in Pender County v. RANDALL JONES, owner, et. al., 16-CVS-489, (Pender County, North Carolina), the undersigned shall offer for sale to the highest bidder at the western door of the Pender County Courthouse in Burgaw, North Carolina at 12:00 Noon, 04/20/2018, that property located in Pender County, North Carolina, described as: BEGINNING at the point of intersection of the centerline of Powers road with the centerline of Lambs Road; thence along the centerline of Lambs Road North 31 degrees 15 minutes West 1354.67 feet to the Beginning of the tract hereinafter described; thence continuing along the centerline of Lambs road North 31 degrees 15 minutes West 666.00 feet; thence leaving the centerline of Lambs Road and running North 58 degrees 45 minutes East 334.79 feet; thence North 31 degrees 15 minutes West 295.55 feet; thence North 58 degrees 45 minutes East 1113.90 feet; thence South 31 degrees 15 minutes East 961.55 feet; thence South 58 degrees 45 minutes West 1448.69 feet to the Beginning, containing 29.706 acres, more or less. Being the same lands described in a deed recorded in Book 180, Page 565, and Book 383, Page 332, Pender County Registry.

SUBJECT, however to the use of public highway purposes of that portion of such lands lying 30.00 feet on the Northeast side and parallel to the above mentioned centerline of Lambs Road.

EXCEPTING, HOWEVER, from the foregoing the following described property: Located in Union Township, Pender County, North Carolina, adjacent to and Northeast of the centerline of Secondary Road #1333 (Lambs Road) and being more fully described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a nail and cap in the centerline of Secondary Road #1333 (Lambs Road), said nail and cap being located along said road’s centerline at a point that is N.31” 15” W. 1354.67 feet from an old subsurface concrete monument located in the intersection of the centerline of Secondary Road #1333 (Lambs Road) with the centerline of Powers Road (Map Book 4, Page 74); and running thence from the BEGINNING, so located, with the centerline of Lambs Road, N. 31”15’ W. 75.00 feet from a nail and cap inline; thence N. 58”45’ E. 244.54 feet to an iron pipe inline; thence N. 31” 15’ W. 203.04 feet to an iron pipe inline; thence S. 58” 45’ W. 244.54 feet to a nail and cap in the centerline of Secondary Road #1333; thence with the centerline of said road N. 31” 15’ W. 387.96 feet to a nail and cap inline; thence N. 58” 45’ E. 334.70 feet (passing over an inline iron pipe at 35.00 feet) to an iron pipe in a ditch; thence N. 31” 15’ W. 298.55 feet to an iron pipe in a ditch; thence with said ditch, N. 58” 45’ E. 1113.90 feet to an iron pipe on the Eastern edge of a cross ditch; thence S. 31” 15” E.961.55 feet to an iron pipe in a ditch; thence with said ditch S. 58” 45’ W. 1448.60 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 28.22 acres, more or less, after the exclusion of the portion of Secondary Road #1333 (Lambs Road 60-foot right-of-way) contained within the above described, boundaries and is as surveyed by Thompson Surveying Co., P.A., Burgaw, N.C., in December, 1987.

As a reference to the abovedescribed tract, see Deed Book 474 at Page 315, and Map Book 4 at Page 74 of the Pender County Registry.

(PID: 2382-74-7520-0000) This sale shall be for cash and a deposit of five percent (5%) of the

amount of the bid shall be required of the highest bidder at the sale.

This sale shall be subject to any encumbrances which have priority over the tax liens of Pender County, all deferred taxes, and all outstanding city and county taxes and improvement assessments not delinquent as of the filing of the confirmation of sale, and all outstanding city and county taxes and improvement assessments not included in the above order.

This day, March 28, 2018.

Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar # 28777, Commissioner ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel/fax); tammy@shermanandrodgers.com #8164 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/2018 NOTICE TO CREDITORS ADMINISTRATOR NOTICE TO CREDITORS Pender County Estate File No.: 18E113 All persons, firms or corporations having claims against Joseph Linwood Bowden Sr., deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, are notified to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before July 9th, 2018 or this notice will be plead in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 20th day of March 2018.

Shelia Flynn, Administrator of the Estate of Joseph Linwood Bowden Sr. C/O of her attorney, Renee Williamson Bloodworth, Attorney at Law PO BOX 129 Atkinson, NC 28421 #8154 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/2018 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 17-CVS-1265 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

CECIL D. ATKINSON, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF CECIL DEAN ATKINSON 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 2.21 acres more or less, Parcel ID Number 3206-47-2672-0000 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 May 21, 2018.

This day, March 28, 2018.

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 #8160 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/2018 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 17-CVS-1265 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

CECIL D. ATKINSON, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: CECIL DEAN ATKINSON 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 2.21 acres more or less, Parcel ID Number 3206-47-2672-0000 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 May 21, 2018.

This day, March 28, 2018.

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 #8161 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/2018

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 213 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Shannon L. Williams and Anna E. Williams (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Shannon Lyn Williams and Anna Elizabeth Williams) to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), dated the 27th day of November, 2007, and recorded in Book 3360, Page 323, 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 April 24, 2018 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. 13-C of the JIMMY DEVANE FARM as shown on a map of same title prepared by Thompson Surveying Co. of Burgaw, NC. Said map is duly recorded in Map Book 36 at Page 08 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 41 Devane Drive, Watha, North Carolina.

The parcel of land herein conveyed is expressly subject to the terms and conditions described in the Road Maintenance Agreement recorded in Book 1404 at Page 106 of the Pender County Registry.

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 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.

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This the 5th day of April, 2018.

Larry W. Watkins 121 Camellia Drive Rocky Point, NC 28457 #8163 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/2018

NOTICE TO mortgagor has not cured the default CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF at the time the tenant provides the CLEO ALLEN NEWTON notice of termination. Upon termina17 E 387 tion of a rental agreement, the tenant Having qualified as Public Ad- is liable for rent due under the rental ministrator of the Estate of Cleo Allen agreement prorated to the effective Newton, deceased of Pender County, date of the termination.

North Carolina, the undersigned does SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERhereby notify all persons, firms and VICES, INC. corporations having claims against SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE the estate of said decedent to exhibit c/o Hutchens Law Firm them to the undersigned on or before P.O. Box 12497 the 6th day of July, 2018, or this notice 6230 Fairview Road, Suite 315 will be pleaded in bar of recovery.

Charlotte, North Carolina 28210 All persons, firms and corporation Phone No: (704) 362-9255 indebted to the said estate will please https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com make immediate payment to the Case No: 1226286 (CFC.CH) undersigned. #8173 4/12, 4/19/2018 This the 5th day of April, 2018.

18 SP 34 Lawrence S. Boehling NOTICE OF Public Administrator of the FORECLOSURE SALE Estate of Cleo Allen Newton NORTH CAROLINA, P.O. Box 1416 PENDER COUNTY Burgaw, NC 28425 Under and by virtue of a Power of 910-259-3334 Sale contained in that certain Deed #8162 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/2018 of Trust executed by Robert A. Montroy, and spouse, Tammy Montroy to AMENDED NOTICE OF John B. Third, Trustee(s), which was FORECLOSURE SALE dated January 4, 2017 and recorded 18-SP-17 Under and by virtue of the power on January 4, 2017 in Book 4635 at of sale contained in a certain Deed of Page 1398, Pender County Registry, Trust made by Steven P. Ovsak and North Carolina.

Default having been made of the Elaine H. Ovsak (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Steven Ovsak, (Trustee note thereby secured by the said of the Ovsak Family Trust) and Elaine Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Ovsak, (Trustee of the Ovsak Family Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Trust) to Edwin J. Brett, Trustee(s), having been substituted as Trustee dated the 24th day of May, 2006, in said Deed of Trust, and the holder and recorded in Book 2965, Page of the note evidencing said default 287, in Pender County Registry, North having directed that the Deed of Carolina, default having been made Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned in the payment of the note thereby Substitute Trustee will offer for sale secured by the said Deed of Trust at the courthouse door of the county and the undersigned, Substitute courthouse where the property is Trustee Services, Inc. having been located, or the usual and customary substituted as Trustee in said Deed of location at the county courthouse Trust by an instrument duly recorded for conducting the sale on April 27, in the Office of the Register of Deeds 2018 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the of Pender County, North Carolina and highest bidder for cash the following the holder of the note evidencing said described property situated in Pender indebtedness having directed that County, North Carolina, to wit: Located in Burgaw Township, the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the Pender County, North Carolina, adundersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door jacent to and South of the Southern in the City of Burgaw, Pender County, right-of-way line of Secondary Road North Carolina, or the customary No. 1412 and being more fully delocation designated for foreclosure scribed as follows, to wit: BEGINNING sales, at 2:00 PM on April 24, 2018 at an iron pipe in the Southern right-ofand will sell to the highest bidder for way line of Secondary Road No. 1412 cash the following real estate situ- (30 foot from the centerline) said iron ated in the City of Hampstead, in the pipe being located along said line at County of Pender, North Carolina, and a point that is the following courses being more particularly described and distances from a point located in the center of a concrete over-pass as follows: Being all of Lot 10, Moore’s Land- bridge that accommodates the traffic ing, as shown on a map thereof re- of Secondary Road No. 1412 above corded in Map Book 24 at Page 29 of Interstate Highway No. 40: North 81 the Pender County Registry, reference degrees 28 minutes 00 seconds West to which said map is hereby made for 1159.93 feet and South 05 degrees 05 minutes 41 seconds West 30.05 a more particular description.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole feet to the BEGINNING; and running discretion, delay the sale for up to thence, from the BEGINNING, so loone hour as provided in NCGS §45- cated, South 05 degrees 05 minutes 41 seconds West 200.00 feet to an 21.23.

Should the property be purchased iron pipe in line; thence, North 81 by a third party, that party must pay degrees 28 minutes 00 seconds West the excise tax, as well as the court 100.18 feet to an iron pipe in line; costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) thence, North 05 degrees 05 minutes per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) 41 seconds East 200.00 feet to iron pipe in the Southern right-of-way line required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pur- of Secondary Road No. 1412; with suant to this notice of sale is being the Southern right-of-way line of said offered for sale, transfer and convey- road, South 81 degrees 28 minutes ance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the 00 seconds East 100.18 feet to the Trustee nor the holder of the note BEGINNING, containing 0.46 acres secured by the deed of trust/security more or less.

As a reference to the above deagreement, or both, being foreclosed, scribed tract, see Book 522, Page 83 nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized of the Pender Save and except any releases, representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any deeds of release or prior conveyrepresentation or warranty relating ances of record.

Said property is commonly known to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions as 1288 New Road, Burgaw, NC existing in, on, at or relating to the 28425.

A cash deposit (no personal property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities checks) of five percent (5%) of the arising out of or in any way relating purchase price, or Seven Hundred to any such condition expressly are Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold the sale. Following the expiration of subject to all taxes, special assess- the statutory upset bid period, all the ments, and prior liens or prior encum- remaining amounts are immediately brances of record and any recorded due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURreleases. Said property is also being CHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE sold subject to applicable Federal TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. and State laws.

Said property to be offered purA deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred suant to this Notice of Sale is being fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is offered for sale, transfer and congreater, is required and must be ten- veyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There dered in the form of certified funds at are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey environmental, health or safety condititle to this property for any reason, the tions existing in, on, at, or relating to sole remedy of the purchaser is the the property being offered for sale. return of the deposit. Reasons of such This sale is made subject to all prior inability to convey include, but are not liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy transfer taxes, special assessments, petition prior to the confirmation of easements, rights of way, deeds of the sale and reinstatement of the loan release, and any other encumbrances without the knowledge of the trustee. or exceptions of record. To the best If the validity of the sale is challenged of the knowledge and belief of the by any party, the trustee, in their sole undersigned, the current owner(s) discretion, if they believe the chal- of the property is/are Robert Allen lenge to have merit, may request the Montroy.

An Order for possession of the court to declare the sale to be void property may be issued pursuant and return the deposit. The purchaser to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential purchaser and against the party or Property with Less than 15 rental parties in possession by the clerk of units, including Single-Family Resi- superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person dential Real Property An order for possession of the who occupies the property pursuant property may be issued pursuant to to a rental agreement entered into or N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the renewed on or after October 1, 2007, purchaser and against the party or may, after receiving the notice of sale, parties in possession by the clerk of terminate the rental agreement by superior court of the county in which providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the on a date stated in the notice that is property pursuant to a rental agree- at least 10 days, but no more than 90 ment entered into or renewed on days, after the sale date contained in or after October 1, 2007, may after the notice of sale, provided that the receiving the notice of foreclosure mortgagor has not cured the default sale, terminate the rental agreement at the time the tenant provides the by providing written notice of termina- notice of termination [NCGS § 45tion to the landlord, to be effective on 21.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a a date stated in the notice that is at rental agreement, the tenant is liable least 10 days but not more than 90 for rent due under the rental agreedays, after the sale date contained in ment prorated to the effective date this notice of sale, provided that the 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.: 17-18161-FC01 #8174 4/12, 4/19/2018 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 Robert J. Knight, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Robert J. Knight, to present them to the undersigned on or before July 19, 2018 at 111 Sages Ridge Drive, Holly Ridge, NC 28445 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 12th day of April, 2018.

Rachel M. Zimmerman 111 Sages Ridge Drive Holly Ridge, NC 28445 #8175 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/2018 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 Isreal Jones, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Isreal Jones, to present them to the undersigned on or before July 19, 2018 at 549 Harrison Creek Road, Rocky Point, NC 28457 or be barred from recovery.

All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 12th day of April, 2018.

Julia Smith Jones 549 Harrison Creek Road Rocky Point, NC 28457 #8176 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/2018 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 Jean W. Wenderlich, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Jean W. Wenderlich, to present them to the undersigned on or before July 19, 2018 at 4013 Glen Arbor Drive, Wilmington, NC 28411 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 12th day of April, 2018.

Eric J. Wenderlich 4013 Glen Arbor Drive Wilmington, NC 28411 #8177 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/2018 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 Justice Albert Boyd, Jr., deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Justice Albert Boyd, Jr., to present them to the undersigned on or before July 19, 2018 at 3532 Shenandoah Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27803 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 12th day of April, 2018.

Judy Delores Boyd 3532 Shenandoah Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27803 #8178 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/2018

Our deadline for News & Advertising is Noon on Friday.

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Budget

Legal Notices

Continued from page 1A significant increase in operational costs. That will be a big item we will have to cover,�

Woodruff said. “Hopefully by the end of this week we will be able to begin to crunch numbers and see where we are as WE WORK TOWARD THE -AY BOARD meeting.�

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualiďŹ ed as Executor of the estate of James Gerard Lynch, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, James Gerard Lynch, to present them to the undersigned on or before July 26, 2018 at 330 S. Belvedere Dr., Hampstead, NC 28443 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 19th day of April, 2018.

Doris Lorraine Lynch 330 S. Belvedere Drive Hampstead, NC 28443 #8180 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18

Gators

Continued from page 2A may be used.

Alligators taken by any lawful method described above would have to be dispatched immediately upon capture.

(UNTERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO complete a harvest survey provided by the Wildlife Resources Commission and to allow collection of biological data from harvested alligators.

For more information on alligators, go to www.ncwildlife. org.

Festival

Continued from page 1A stocked during the event, with flowers and vegetable plants for sale. Plants from the center can also now be rented for weddings, private events and home staging. “We are a small family owned and operated farm. We take great pride in hosting these events and providing a fun atmosphere for our community to enjoy. With that said, we cannot do it all on OUR OWN v %VENT #OORDINATOR -ICHAEL ,ANIER SAID h 4HERE is a small parking fee of $5 per car to help us pay for this

Land use

Continued from page 1A community-based values that set the framework for everevolving challenges, decisions, and conflicts that arise from land development.

Commissioner David Piepmeyer said the Comprehensive Land Use Plan was the best way to try to control and project were the population increases in the county were going to locate. “We want to make sure we are properly zoned for the type of growth that is going to occur in those regions,� Piepmeyer said. “Zoning is the only way we have to control growth.�

Public input meetings were held across Pender County along with surveys to gather

Atkinson Mayor Ken Smith presented a proclamation to RSVP Director Barbara Mullins April 3 to recognize the service of the retired volunteers of Pender County. event. You are welcome to bring as many people as you would like (safely) in your carload. All vendor spaces have been filled now.�

Old River Farms is a fully FUNCTIONAL WORKING FARM )TS Garden Center has recently opened for spring, and it is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Tuesday through Saturday for the general public. They offer educational field trips that are tailored to meet the .# #OMMON #ORE AND %SSEN-

tial Standards. The family operation seeks to provide the community with the highest QUALITY VEGETABLE AND BEDDING plants, while also educating their visitors on the benefits of growing their own food.

ORF also offers its own all natural beef for sale. Born and raised on the farm, the beef has no hormones, no steroids and no antibiotics. )T IS SOLD AS INDIVIDUALLY PACKaged one to four-pound cuts as well as in bulk, ready for your

freezer. A link can be found on the website with additional information, or you can call THEM DIRECTLY FOR THE QUICKEST service and availability.

Coming in June, the Laniers will also have the sunflower field open for visitors.

For more information, please CONTACT -ICHAEL ,ANIER AT (910) 616-5884, visit the website at www.oldriverfarmsnc. com or find them on Facebook.

information from residents concerning land use, growth mana g ement, and public needs. Planners identified the 10 top concerns among Pender residents. s0RESERVE ENHANCE AND maintain Pender County’s coastal habitat and agricultural landscape. s0RIORITIZE TRAFFIC CONGEStion reduction and improve/ increase connectivity along the US 17 corridor to support residential communities and businesses. s%NSURE THERE IS ADEQUATE school capacity to accommodate the projected increase in population and continue to PRIORITIZE HIGH QUALITY EDUCAtion. s-ANAGE DEVELOPMENT IN coordination with existing and future roadway networks to provide safe and uncongested travel within and outside of

the county. s 0 R I O R I T I Z E E N H A N C E D stormwater management and retention for new development, while supporting programs to rectify drainage concerns in existing communities. s%XPAND CURRENT WATER AND wastewater services to better serve the existing community, future residents, and local business owners of Pender County. s3UPPORT DEVELOPMENT THAT RETAINS THE #OUNTY S QUAINT

small-town feel and history. s$EVELOP AND EXPAND BROADband internet service access to better serve the citizens and local business owners of the county. s0ROVIDE BICYCLE AND PEDEStrian facilities that promote the safety of both motorized and non-motorized users. s)NCREASE THE NUMBER OF PARKS

recreational opportunities,

and public trust water access locations to promote a high QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE #OUNTY S residents. “Looking at population projections, we understand that people are coming here and that growth is going to be one of the biggest issues,� said Pender Planning DirecTOR +YLE "REUER h)F WE CAN orderly manage where these population increases are going to go, this is the way to do it.�

Our deadline for News & Advertising is Noon on Friday.

SECOND NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 45 Under and by virtue of the authority contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated April 15, 2008, securing a Note and indebtedness of $78,923.83, which was executed by Marjorie Carter Coleman and Robert Layton Coleman, and which is recorded in Book 3446, at Page 339, Pender County Registry, the undersigned having been appointed Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in said Registry, default having occurred in the payment of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust, and at the request of the holder of said Note, the undersigned Substitute Trustee, in accordance with the provisions of said Deed of Trust, will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at 11:00 o’clock a.m. on the 3RD day of May , 2018, at the Courthouse door in Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, all of debtors’ right, title and interest in the real property known as 78 Batson Road, Hampstead, NC, 28443, which is more particularly described as follows: SEE ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION TOGETHER WITH ALL PRIVILEGES AND APPURTENANCES THEREUNTO BELONGING. TOGETHER WITH A 2008 CLAY MANUFACTURED HOME, VIN# OHC018631NCAB, AND ANY ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES AND FURNISHINGS LISTED IN THE MANUFACTURED HOME PROMISSORY NOTE, SECURITY AGREEMENT AND DISCLOSURE STATEMENT (THE “SECURITY AGREEMENT�) DATED APRIL 15, 2008 EXECUTED BY ROBERT L. COLEMAN AND MARJORIE C. COLEMAN. SAID PERSONAL PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD PURSUANT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE LOAN DOCUMENTS, INCLUDING SAID SECURITY AGREEMENT, AND ALL MODIFICATIONS, RENEWALS AND EXTENSIONS THERETO. The present title holder of said personal property is: Robert Layton Coleman.

The record owner of said real property as of a date not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this notice is: Marjorie Carter Coleman and Robert Layton Coleman.

Trustee, or Trustee’s agent conducting the sale, may begin the sale up to one hour after the time ďŹ xed herein as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to NCGS §4521.29 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 tenant who resides in residential real property containing less than 15 rental units that is being sold in a foreclosure proceeding under Article 2A of Chapter 45 of the General Statutes may terminate the rental agreement for the dwelling unit after receiving notice pursuant to G.S. 45-21.17(4) by providing the landlord with a written notice of termination to be effective on a date stated in the notice of termination 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. Upon termination of a rental agreement under this section, the tenant is liable for the rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination payable at the time that would have been required by the terms of the rental agreement. The tenant is not liable for any other rent or damages due only to the early termination of the tenancy. If you are a tenant and have any questions about your legal rights, please consult an attorney.

Said property will be sold subject to taxes, including all transfer taxes associated with the foreclosure, assessments, and any superior easements, rights of way, restrictions of record, liens, or other encumbrances prior to the lien of the deed of trust being foreclosed, said sale to remain open for increased bids for ten (10) days after report thereof to the Clerk of Superior Court. In the event the debtor ďŹ les a bankruptcy petition prior to the expiration of the 10-day period required by G.S. 45-21.27, an automatic stay of the foreclosure will be imposed in accordance with the Bankruptcy Code (11 U.S.C. §362) and the bidder must pursue relief through the bankruptcy court.

The Substitute Trustee may require the high bidder to deposit cash at the sale in an amount equal to the greater of ďŹ ve percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or $750.00. If no upset bid is ďŹ led, the balance of the purchase price, less deposit, must be made in cash upon tender of the deed. Third party purchasers at sale must pay the tax of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) as required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

Lisa W. Powell Substitute Trustee P.O. Box 1550 High Point, NC 2726 (336) 889-8733 EXHIBIT A The parcel of land adjoining Batson Road, consisting of 1.32 acres, more or less, and being depicted as “Lot A - Marjorie Carter Coleman� on plat entitled “A Survey for Mervin A. Carter and wife, Beatrice A. Carter�, recorded in Map Book 45 at Page 042, Slide 607, to which reference is made for complete description, being a portion of the property conveyed to Mervin A. Carter and wife, Beatrice A. Carter by deed recorded in Book 402 at Page 522, Pender County. #8181 4/19, 4/26/18

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So, here are some flashes from the “WAY-BACK- PAST” of Pender Spring Fest! Here you will see pictures of some Pender People who had the idea that we needed an opportunity to celebrate our talents and that good ole’ country life style which we enjoy here, in Pender County! They set the wheels in motion... and some of them are still plugging along today to continue to bring you our county’s Hand-Made, Home-Made and Home-Grown Celebration... Can you name them with the year for each picture? (Hint= In most of them a magnifying glass might give you a good look at the T shirts! And they are in order, from oldest to more current...)Call your answers in to Rochelle Furniture (910 259 4844) and be the first person with the most correct answers and you will win a free lunch at The Carolina Eatery, in downtown Burgaw!

Clue 1 This picture, of a founding member of Pender Spring Fest, was taken at the very first festival...A LONG TIME AGO!!!

Clue 2 This long time Spring Fest Member is still keeping our festival happening...He continues to be an active community member by running a local business and serving on the Burgaw Town Board.

Clue 3 This father and son team have been “Spring Festing” since that little one could walk! Now- a-days, you’ll see the big one helping folks get their places set up on the square, while the little one runs the GAMES! (Hint -- He’s not so little now! And he is busy teaching those wacky Drama Kids at Pender High School!)

Clue 4 This meeting of the Festival Committee happened before two of our members retired...But their positive energy still inspires us all to keep on celebrating the Good Life here, in Pender County!

Kapiko Continued from page 7A dent services programs now and it shows that we have kids who are not only eligible for nomination but strong enough to win.

Kapiko knew West had nominated her because she was required to do essays as part of the nomination process. Kapiko answered ques-

Roundup Continued from page 6A The girls were led by the distance team, starting with school freshman record setter Isabela Bufalini, who recorded the Lady Pirates only firstplace finish with a 5:21.77 – breaking her own previous mark of 5:23 set earlier this year. Bufalini then teamed up with Bailey Wells, Makayla Obremski, and Skylar Libretto to finish fifth (10:44.00) in the 4x800 relay.

Obremski was third (1:00.67)

Topsail Continued from page 6A (2-for-3) and a Cota single making it 8-4.

Topsail mounted another rally in the bottom of the seventh with Frey leading off with a walk, Emmertz stroking a double, Cota hitting a single to score Frey and Emmertz. After a strikeout, Evan Blanton walked –putting two on with one out. But Viking relief pitcher Cody Lachman struck out the next two Pirates to preserve the win. Only two of Hoggard’s eight runs were earned runs.

The Prates began the week

Performers Continued from page 7A game winning single to drive in Will Andrews. Trask beat Wallace – Rose Hill last week behind the pitching of Miles Jordan. Chase Foxbower led the Titans with a 2-3 per-

Lady Pirates Continued from page 7A tough 6-4 loss to West Brunswick in a game that could go a long way to determining both the conference champion and the top 3A seed in the NCHSAA state payoffs.

West took an early 1-0 lead in the top of the first. The Lady Trojans made it 2-0 in the fourth on a single, a walk, and a single, and increased the lead to 4-0 in the fifth three hits and an errant toss on a potential fielders’ choice.

After being stymied on one infield hit through the first four innings by West’s pitching ace Morgan Beeler, the Topsail bats came alive in the bottom of fifth. Strnad (2-for-4, R/S) and Julia Sullivan (2-for-4, R/S) singled and Christine McLean dropped a beautiful sacrifice bunt attempt that resulted in a bunt single, loading the bases.

After two harmless pop-ups, Sydney Hartgrove (3-for-4, three RBIs) – who had the earlier infield hit – singled to score Strnad and a hustling Sullivan,

tions provided by the selection committee a remarkable essay pointing to her twin brother (Grayson) as the person who she admires the most for overcoming what was diagnosed as Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Grayson not only overcame some early-life difficulties, he was a valued member of the Pirate football program and is now headed to college upon graduation.

Part two of the question-

naire/essay dealt with drug and alcohol use and what she has done to promote alcohol, tobacco and other drug usage, and Rachel related this to the drunk driver that hit her car and caused the accident and how she has carried that forward in attempting to educate her peers, and part three asked how the experiences in sports helped outside of the playing arena. Kapiko talked about how she made a plan

for recovering and how she learned patience and perseverance through her healing process.

West felt it was the essays,, along with Kapiko’s experience, that resulted in her winning the award.

“I did know that I was nominated because a part of the nomination was writing two different essays explaining the story and how sports has impacted me, and how this has

impacted my community, and I found out that I won, maybe, a week or two ago,”Kapiko said. “Honestly, it’s an honor to be nominated for these great awards, winning the Star News Varsity Courage Award last year, and now his year the Heart of a Champion.

Being nominated by Coach West, who was not here when the accident took place, but seeing those qualities in me without fully knowing what

I’ve been through was really just and honor.”

After graduation, Kapiko – who has a 4.976 weighted GA and who scored 1,400 on the SAT – is slated to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where the two-year varsity volleyball standout and four-year varsity basketball player will major in Biology, Pre-Med as a prelude to becoming a physical therapist.

in the 3,200, and Libreto was fifth (6:16.0) in the freshman 1,600. The sprinters chipped in with Madison Lofton finishing fourth (12.42) in the 100-meter and a ninth (1:03.00) in the 400 while joining up with Carmen Pyrtle, Abigail Hunt, and Isabel Hayes for seventh (53.50) in the 4x100 relay. Hunt, Pyrtle, Hayes, and Dashaniq Sidbury were seventh (1:54.89) in the 4x400 relay. Also scoring were Ariana Blevins (8 th in long jump; 15-50 and Hannah Spillane (seventh in triple jump; 32-10).

The boys finished 11th (29)

out of 22 teams in the competition won by Croatan. Senior thrower Adam Hart scored 20 of the points with a first (53-6) in the shot put and a first (150-8) in the discus. Hayden Rogerson was seventh (5:0368) in the freshmen 1,600-meter run. The rest of the Pirates’ points came from the foursome of Zaryeon McRae, Leo Rojo-Fascenicia, Kolton Olson, and Connor Murphy with a seventh (1:39.30) in the 4x200 and the quartet of Bryce Dillon, Eddie Wofford, Travis Souza, and Brad Kimmel with a fourth (8:3779) in the 4x800.

Next up or these athletes is a trip to South Brunswick Thursday for a conference meet with North, South, and West Brunswick.

Boys’ lacrosse Friday the Pirates (7-5, 5-4) fell 17-3 on the road at Conference One leader Hoggard (13-1, 10-0). Jake Volpe had two goals, Eli Copland scored a goal, and Leighton Randall had, two assists.

The Pirates opened the week with an 18-1 victory at home against West Brunswick behind five goals and an assist from Jake Volpe, three goals

apiece from Eli Copeland (three assists) and Tanner Beaudoin, two scores from Nick Haddock (assist). Jeremiah Richardson (two assists) and Leighton Randall (assist) also contributed. Six other Pirates either scored or assisted.Topsail was at New Hanover (8-4, 7-2) Tuesday and returns home to face South Brunswick (2-1, 1-8) Friday.

Boys’ tennis To p s a i l ( 5 - 6 , 3 - 3 ) w a s blanked for the second time this week with a 9-0 home loss to South Brunswick (8-2, 4-2). Cougar Joseph Delmastro

won 6-0, 6-0 at No. 1 singles and John Pratt lost just one game at No. 2 singles before the pair teamed up for an 8-1 win at No. 1 doubles.

The Pirates were blanked 9-0 by Hoggard 7-4, 6-2), which racked up its second sweep for the second day in a row. The Vikings won all six matches in straight sets, dropping just three games in three doubles’ matches.

Topsail was at New Hanover (5-1, 5-0) Monday, is at West Brunswick (1-6, 1-6) Wednesday, and on the road again at Laney $4-2, 4-2) Friday.

one day earlier with an 8-5 conference win over visiting West Brunswick. The Pirates exploded for seven runs in the bottom of the first inning, then rode the arms of Cota (5IP, three K’s, five hits, five runs, one earned run, four walks) – who was pitching with a hamstring injury and with a goose egg on his pitching arm after being hit with the ball running to first during the first inning – and Noah Gaither (1IP, two K’s) for the win.

“Miles pulled his hamstring about two weeks ago and it’s still not 100 percent but he pitched well,” Rimer said.

“The two runs in the first inning were the result of an

errant pick of attempt and the wind was blowing out. It wasn’t an easy environment to pitch in and he battled his tail off. We didn’t play the best of games but what we did do was we had great at-bats and we capitalized on every mistake.

“They played amazing defense. They probably made five Sports’ Center Top 10 plays. Their right-fielder (David Warth) made the two best plays I’m probably going to see all year in the same game.

He literally robbed Colby of a home run when he jump up over the fence and brought it back, and he took a sure double from Elliott (Blanton) by crashing into the fence and

making the catch. They didn’t make every play but they made every spectacular play they could make.”

After West took a 2-0 lead on the miss-communicated pickoff attempt, the Pirates obliterated the Trojans 2-0 lead. Shane Nolan (2-for-4, three RBIs) was the catalyst with a leadoff single. Frey doubled to score Nolan, alertly taking third on the throw home. Cota plated Frey with a fielders’ choice where he

was safe at first. After an out, Evan Blanton reached base, on an error with Cota moving up a base. Walsh walked, Chuck Major was by a pitch, and Aidan Smith walked to make it 5-2. Nolan came up for the second time in the inning and doubled to send Walsh and Major home The Trojans scored run in the top of the second on a walk, an error, and single but the Pirates answered when Emmertz slammed a home run to

right field in the bottom of the frame. West Brunswick added a pair of unearned runs in the top of the sixth before Gaither closed the door in the seventh with a pair of strikeouts and a fly out.

Topsail was at New Hanover (Legion Stadium) Tuesday for a critical game against the Wildcats and they took to the road Wednesday for a nonconference, makeup game at South Central before heading to South Brunswick Friday.

formance that included three runs batted in and three runs scored. Jordan helped his cause with three hits and three runs batted in. Robbie Patterson was 2-4 with two RBI. This week’s top performer is Rachel Kapiko. She was chosen as the North Carolina High School Athletic Associa-

tion’s Heart of Champion last Saturday at an awards banquet in Chapel Hill.

The Heart-of-A-Champion Award recognizes studentathletes who have participated in at least one varsity sport and remained ejection-free during the school year.

who just beat the throw home from the outfield.

Three hits and a RBI groundout allowed the Lady Trojans to increase their lead to 6-2 in the top of the sixth. Topsail made things interesting in the bottom of the seventh when Tanesha Williams reached base on an error, Nee Nee Jordan had an infield single, Hartgrove doubled to score Williams, and Smith singled to plate Jordan.

But Beeler got a pop up and two strikeouts to end the threat and the game.

“I was a weird g ame,” Philips said. “The wind blowing in at about 30 miles-perhour and we hit too many balls up in the air (13 fly-ball or popup outs). I didn’t think they hit us hard, maybe two hard hit balls. Seeing-eye singles and bleeders here and there and it worked. Overall we hit the well but we’re a different team when we get our first two runners on, then we can bunt and play small ball. That’s what they did to us tonight, and we didn’t get the first two on consistently.”

One day earlier, Topsail had an easier time while disposing of South Brunswick 11-4 at home. The Lady Pirates got RBIs from Darbie Lisk and Tyesha Williams in the first inning and a RBI single from Jordan that scored Sullivan (1-for-2, walk, R/S), who had singled, moved to second on a sacrifice bunt by McLean, and stole third. The Lady Cougars hung tough early with a pair of unearned runs in the second and an earned run in the third, but Topsail broke the game open with five runs in the bottom of the fourth with Lisk, Strnad, and Hartgrove (2-for-4, two RBIs).

Consecutive singles by Lisk, Strnad (1-for-3, RBI), Sullivan, and McLean preceded an error on a ball hit

by Tanesha Williams, and an intentional walk to Jordan.

With two runs in and the bases loaded, Hartgrove (2-for-4, two RBIs, R/S) unleashed a double to right that upped Topsail’s advantage to 9-3.

Topsail was at New Hanover Tuesday and is at South Brunswick Friday

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One thing Jesus doesn’t know

By Rev. Ken Smith Contributing Writer Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts, and saying, where is the promise of his coming? For since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the creation.

2 Peter 3:3-4 Edgar C. Whisenant was a former NASA engineer and Bible student who predicted the Rapture would occur in 1988. He published the book, 88 Reasons Why the Rapture Will Be in 1988. You might be surprised that Whisenant sold almost 4.5 million copies of his book. What probably doesn’t surprise you is after 1988 sales of his book plummeted. The reason is apparent – Whisenant joined a long list of people that thought they knew something that Jesus Christ didn’t.

Many people in the early church thought Jesus Christ was going to return to earth in their lifetime. Some of them prayed that Jesus would come back and be among them before the pain of this world became unbearable, yet their prayers went unanswered.

When this happened, their neighbors would mock any beliefs in Christ’s return. When the apostle Peter heard that these scoffers were attacking the faith of Christians, it troubled him.

In response, Peter wrote to believers, telling them, Do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day.

The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some understand slowness. Instead He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. (2 Peter 3:8-9).

Jesus said that no one

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FRIENDLY COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

Rockfish Memorial Cemetery 1730 US 117 N. Wallace, NC Hwy. 910-285-3395

Thursday from 9 a.m. until noon. Additionally, the 4C’s pantry will be open the last Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. until noon. The 4C’s Food Pantry is located in the Jones Plaza, 15200 U.S. Hwy. 17 N. in Hampstead.

Bread giveaway at Herring’s Chapel UMC Herring’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 1697 Herring’s Chapel Rd. Burgaw, has a free bread giveaway every Saturday from 10 a.m until

noon.

Most all types of bread from white to multigrain to hamburger and hotdog buns are available.

Although it may seem like a long time since Jesus promised to return. To God it’s not a long time at all. We shouldn’t allow critics who ridicule our belief in the second coming to discourage us. Instead, let’s remain strong in our faith and trust that God knows the best time for everything.

Maintaining hope in the re-

Church Calendar s Minister Elder Najonnie Jordan will be in revival April 19-20 at Full Gospel Christian Church of Burgaw. The church is located at 307 South Vann St. Services will begin at 7:30 p.m. nightly. Everyone is invited to attend.

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Topsail Presbyterian Church plans May 19 Mother, Daughter, Granddaughter Spring Fling Come join Topsail Presbyterian women for Spring Fling fun May 19 from noon until 2 p.m.

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turn of Jesus is a key to our spiritual growth. Even if you have to wait longer than you might desire for Christ to return, please know that there is a reason for His delay.

I encourage you to use the time God has given us to reach someone with the plan of salvation before it is too late.

daughters, daughters-in-law and granddaughters or borrow a daughter and adopt her for the day.

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The food pantry is generously supported by local churches, businesses and individuals.

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In other words, it is not up to human beings to set or predict a time for the millennium to come or for Jesus to return to earth. The reason Christ has not returned and brought an end to this present world is because God is a loving and patient Father. God wants to leave more time for people to be saved, to give everyone a chance to know the saving grace of His Son, Jesus Christ.

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ST. M ARY’S CHURCH

An Episcopal - Lutheran Community 506 S. McNeil Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 910.259.5541 Sunday Worship Service with Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. www.stmaryschurchburgawnc.org

BURGAW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

200 E. Fremont St. • Burgaw, NC 28425

Sunday School: Sunday 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 a.m.

RILEY’S CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

19845 NC Hwy. 210, Rocky Point, NC 28457 910-675-2127

Jim Herchenhahn / Pastor Worship Services: 8:30 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Youth each Sunday at 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday evenings: Meal at 6:00 p.m. / Study for all ages 7:00 p.m.

WESTVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

5610 Hwy. 53 W • Burgaw, NC 28425 (Across from Pender High)

Pastor Fred Roberts Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

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212 S. Dickerson St. • Burgaw, NC 28425 910.259.2136 www.harrellsfh.com

CENTERVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

18577 NC 53 E, Kelly, NC • 910-669-2488

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Discipleship Training: 6:00 p.m. Pastor Lamont Hemminger

CURRIE COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

28396 Hwy. 210 W. • Currie (1/2 mile from Moores Creek Battlefield) Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Children’s Church begins at 11:15 Community Bible Study, Wednesdays from 6-7:00 P.M.

WATHA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

160 Camp Kirkwood Road, Watha, NC

910-470-4436

Pastor John Fedoronko

Adult Bible Study: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Children’s Biblical Studies (ages 3-12) from 10:45-11:30 a.m.

Worship: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Men’s Breakfast, 2nd Sunday of Each Month, 8-9 a.m.

Ladies’ Circle, 2nd Monday of Each Month, 6:30-8 p.m.

Choir Practice & Bible Study, Tues., 7:30-9 p.m. Youth Group Every Other Wed. 6-7:30 p.m.

ROCKY POINT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

located at the intersection of Hyw. 117 & 210

Services: Sunday at 10 a.m.

Pastor Mark Murphy

Bible Study: Tuesday at 6 p.m.

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CALVARY CHAPEL COMMUNITY CHURCH

54 Camp Kirkwood Rd. • Watha, NC 28478 • 910-448-0919

MISSION BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor: Tony Fontana Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sun. Worship: 11 a.m. & 7 p.m.

Bible Study: Wednesday 7 p.m. Youth Group: Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Dinner at 6:00 p.m. and classes at 6:45 p.m.

JORDANS CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FAITH HARBOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

607 S. Walker Street • Burgaw, NC 28425

14201 Hwy. 50/210 • Surf City, NC 28445 • 910-328-4422 Services: 8 a.m. and 9:20 a.m. Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. http://faithharborumc.org

4670 Stag Park Rd. • Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910-259-5735

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110 E. Bridgers Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910-259-2295

Bible Based Community Fellowship NEW Pender County Location 16660 Hwy 17 N. • Hampstead, NC 28443 (American Legion Building) 910-526-7890 Pastor: Monte Suggs

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BURGAW BAPTIST CHURCH

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Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

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Sunday School 9:45 a.m . • Worship Service at 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Youth & Young Adults Recharge Group - Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

Services Sunday at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

100 E. Bridgers Street • Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910-259-4310 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m.

Wednesday evenings: Meal at 6 p.m. Prayer and Bible study for children, youth and adults 6:45 p.m. www.BurgawBaptistChurch.org

MOORES CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

3107 Union Chapel Rd. • Currie, NC 28435 Pastor Roger Barnes

Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Service & Children’s Bible Study: 6:30 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC CHURCH 1303 Hwy. 117 • Burgaw, NC • 910-259-2601

Rev. Roger Malonda Nyimi, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Mass Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. Mass Thursday 8:30 a.m. Mass

CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP (CF2) 10509 US Hwy. 117 S., Rocky Point Business Park Rocky Point, NC • 910-232-7759 www.CF2.us Worship Hours: Sunday Morning, 11 a.m.

Wednesday Night, 6 p.m. Pastor: Dr. Ernie Sanchez

ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH

18737 Hwy 17 North, Hampstead • 910-270-1477 Rev. John Durbin, Pastor

Weekend Mass Schedule: Hampstead - SAT 5 p.m., SUN 9 a.m.

Surf City - SAT 5 p.m., SUN 9 & 11 a.m. (through Labor Day) Daily Mass - Hampstead: TUES & WED 4p.m., THURS & FRI 9 a.m.

Confessions SAT 4-4:30 p.m. or by appt. www.allsaintsccnc.org

CHAPEL BY THE BAY IN LANIER’S CAMPGROUND 216 Michigan Avenue • Holly Ridge, N.C. 28445 910-328-6252 Pastor: Don Myers Associate Pastor: Nathan Swartz Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 5:45 p.m.

Children’s Church 6:15 p.m. Choir Practice 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: Youth Group 6:30 p.m.

BLAKE’S CHAPEL ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 88 Blakes Chapel Road • Hampstead, NC 28443 910-270-2576 Rev. Steve Spearing, Pastor Sunday School 10:00 a.m., Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. www.blakeschapel.org Find Us on Facebook E-mail Prayer Requests to: shareinprayer@gmail.com

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Sunshine Studio Stained Glass

Stained glass workshops with Jim Shapley from Sunshine Studio Stained Glass. All supplies, tools, instruction for only $80.

GRITS GROVE DESIGNS Sign Painting Workshops held at ArtBeat Community Center. $40 per person includes all materials for a farmhouse sign.

For more information contact Marti Smith @ 910.508.2952 Like me on FACEBOOK @ GRITS GROVE DESIGNS

Mixed Media with Emerge Studio Art Workshop fee of $40.00 covers all supplies and instruction. Workshops are held at the ARTS @ Burgaw Antiqueplace.

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Rose Wrye Gourd Workshops $35 includes all materials For info contact: Wrye.rebekah@gmail.com Or text: 910.789.0835

Beginners Workshops Saturdays 10am-4pm April 14th or â&#x20AC;&#x153;2 Class Thursdaysâ&#x20AC;? 6pm-9pm April 5th & 12th Call Jim at 910.916.9426 or e-mail

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Simple Strokes Art

Painting lessons and events with Maureen McKenna. For details and information contact Maureen at Simplestrokesart@gmail.com Like me on Facebook at Simple Strokes Art

40th Annual Spring Fest Art Show & Sale Call to Artists!

This is an invitation and opportunity to display and sell your artwork. All ages welcome! Thursday and Friday May 3rd and 4th prior to Spring Fest artwork will be on display at the ArtBeat Community Center across from the Court house Square. The art show will open Thursday evening May 3rd at 6pm with work from area artists and residents. Come be a part of this growing art community. We appreciate your support and participation! Call or message Cheryl Holt 910.271.0433 for more information.

Calling All Artists!

Artwork Submission Entry Form Name: ____________________________ Address: __________________________ __________________________________ Phone: ____________________________ E-Mail: ____________________________ Age: ______________________________ Artwork Title: ______________________ __________________________________

For information email RoxanneMoore@live.com Or call/message Cheryl Holt 910.271.0433 The Pender Arts Council meets monthly at ArtBeat Community Center at 7:30. Come join us!

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