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Thursday, September 14, 2017

Volume 47, No. 49

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A world-renown farrier (blacksmith) from England was recently in Pender County, working with local farriers.

Read more on page 1B. Topsail will be the only local football team on the ďŹ eld this week, as Pender and Trask are idle. But other high school sports are busy. Read more in Sports on page 8A.

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Irma stays south, eyes turn to Jose

Irma makes an angry ocean

Now in the peak of hurricane season

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher

Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

Waves crash against the Surf City Ocean Pier Monday evening as winds from Hurricane Irma whip across the beach. Irma stayed south, and now emergency ofďŹ cials are watching Hurricane Jose spinning in the Atlantic.

Seas are expected to continue to be rough as Jose moves close to the Pender coastline next week.

Ghost Walk returns in October to Burgaw From Staff Reports T h e H i s t o r i c B u r g aw Train Depot and the Pender County Courthouse Square will be haunted by the ghosts of Pender’s past Oct. 13-14 as the Ghost Walk returns for a second year. There will be two shows each night, 6 and 8 p.m.

The two night event, rain or shine, will be a howling good time for the entire family. “Pender County is home to many ghost stories,� said Tammy Proctor, director of tourism. “We have ghost tales from the Gullah Geechee culture, the Civil War, and many more.�

Last year’s Ghost Walk:

Water problems persist in some Hampstead neighborhoods

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher After public hearings with the North Carolina Utilities Commission and promises from Utilities Inc., to fix water problems in Belvedere and oth-

The Ghosts of Pender’s Past was a sell-out. Tickets for this year’s event are on sale now for both Friday night and Saturday night shows.

Tickets are $10 per adult; $5 per student; and children ages 5 and under are admitted free with an adult.

This year’s Ghost Walk will begin at the Historic Train Depot. Tour guides will introduce eight ghost er Hampstead neighborhoods, water problems persist. “I have been inundated with complaints about the water,�

Pender County Commissioner David Williams said Tuesday morning. “Evidently the service is still as bad as it was a month ago.�

Donna Pietrogiacomo, a Belevedere resident, said in an email to Williams Sept. 12 “once again we have brown water. It is not usable in any way. We have suffered at least once or twice monthly with

stories with actors, plus another grand finale in the county courthouse. “We are not repeating the same ghost stories from last year,� said Proctor. “We have wonderful, haunting tales in Pender County.�

The Ghost Walk is the united ef for t of Moores Creek National Battlefield, the Historical Society of Topsail Island, Pender Counundrinkable water. I feel like I live in a Third World country and am seriously thinking of moving.� “I’m to the point now that if the people would start a class action law suit, I would see what the county could do to support it. This is ridiculous,�

Williams said.

Williams said it would be possible for the county to tap on to the Utilities Inc. system to provide county water to their customers. But Utilities Inc. owns the water lines, and

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ty Museum and Historical Society, Poplar Grove Plantation, Pender County Tourism, the Town of Burgaw, the NC Blueberry Festival, and the Pender Arts Council.

Tickets may be purchased from the tourism office at 106 E. Wilmington St. in Burgaw, or by telephone and credit card at 910-259-1278.

All proceeds will be divided between the Historical Society of Topsail Island, Pender County Museum and the Pender Arts Council.

For additional information call the Pender County Tourism office at 910-2591278.

Hur ricane Ir ma stayed away from Pender County, delivering a powerful blow to the Florida Keys and peninsula earlier this week. The hurricane, downgraded to a tropical storm, moved into the Mid-South region, with rain extending far north.

Pender County received strong wind gusts beginning Monday with rain arriving early Tuesday morning. Minor flooding was reported and some beach erosion, which is likely to continue with Hurricane Jose still out in the Atlantic. “I think we fared pretty well,� said Pender County Emergency Management Director Tom Collins. “I think we will continue to see some beach erosion for the next week with Hurricane Jose out

there. I think Jose will come close to our coastline.�

Collins said the rain bands from Irma moving through Pender County resulted in several traffic accidents on I-40 and a few isolated power outages.

The long-range hurricane track predictions had Irma skirting the east coast of Florida and making a landfall in norther n South Carolina, which would have hit Pender

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Candidate forums From Staff Reports Candidate forums for Pender County municipal elections have been scheduled. s4OPSAIL "EACH /CT

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The forums provide an opportunity for voters to meet, hear ideas, and talk with candidates for the local municipal elections.

All candidates on the local municipal ballots are invited to participate in the forums.

would have to approach the county first.Mowers • Lawn Tractors • Zero Turn Mowers Push “We would be happyTrimmers to do & Chainsaws that, but they own the lines in the ground,â€? Williams said.

Williams says the Board of Commissioners will continue to apply all the pressure possible and work with state representatives to fix the problem. “Pender County will testify at the next Utilities CommisPost & Voice ďŹ le photo sion hearing, but the final Moores Creek National BattleďŹ eld will begin their Living decision is up to them,â€? Wil- History Programs this weekend in Currie. Read more liams said. about the program on page 5A.

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PMH opens drop box for unused meds From Staff Reports Pender Memorial Hospital has opened a medication disposal drop box in the main lobby. The drop box provides the community another convenient location to safely and securely dispose of unused medications, both prescription and over the counter, to prevent their potential misuse or improper disposal.

The drop box is part of the ongoing efforts of Pender Memorial Hospital, New Hanover Regional Medical Center and the South East Area Health Education Center (SEAHEC) Opioid Harm Reduction Initiative to reduce the misuse of or accidental exposure to medications.

The medication drop box is located at 507 E. Fremont St. and is available free of charge 8 am to 8 pm, seven days a week.

As prescription drug abuse and the opioid epidemic continue to be a significant issue in our region, this medication drop box demonstrates another step NHRMC and Pender Memorial Hospital are taking to partner with local and county

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Pictured with the PMH drop box are representatives of the PMH Pharmacy staff, left to right Angela Livingood, Donna Richardson, and Jennifer Jennings. agencies to support our community in combating this overwhelming issue through development of a regional medication disposal strategy.

“This is the first non-law enforcement based drop box in Pender County and we are proud to provide a safe place

for medication disposal,” said Pender Memorial Hospital Pharmacy Manager Angela Livingood. “Unused medication within homes has the unfortunate potential for misuse or to be taken accidentally.

This medication disposal drop box will help our community

by giving an avenue to properly dispose of these medications.”

For more information on the Pender Memorial Hospital drop box, call (910) 300-4285 or visitwww.nhrmc.org/about/ community-resources/medication-disposal.

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Brown asks School Board for school rental records

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher Pender County Commission Chairman George Brown h a s a s ke d S ch o o l B o a rd Chairman Don Hall for in-

formation regarding rental of school facilities across Pender County.

In an email to school officials, Hall said Brown had asked for records from the past three years for several items.

Pender EMS & Fire Report Sept. 3-9

EMS Report Total number of Patient Contacts: 212 Calls per Station Burgaw Station 1 39 Sloop Point Station 14 38 Hampstead Station 16 21 Surf City Station 23 15 Top. Beach Station 4 12 Union Station 5 28 Rocky Point Station 7 34 Atkinson Station 9 17 Maple Hill Station 13 5 Scott Hill Station 18 0 Hwy 421 Station 29 3 Type of Calls Cancelled: 36 Refusals: 52 Stand by: 4 Transported: 112 Treated/released: 8 Fire Department Reports Total Calls: 57 Calls Per Station Rescue Station 1 Burgaw 8 Fire Station 13 Maple Hill 8 Fire Station 14 Sloop Point 8 Fire Station 16 Hampstead 9 Fire Station 18 Scotts Hill 4 Fire Station 21 Long Creek 9 Fire Station 29 Hwy 421 9 EMS St. 4 Top. Beach 2 Fire Call Type Summary Fire 8 Motor Vehicle Crash 7 Search and Rescue 0 EMS First Response 32 Cancelled 9 Ocean Rescue 1

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partners, or entities that have used school facilities. s4HE AMOUNT OF RENT THEY paid, as well as custodian fees. s4HE AMOUNT OF TIME THEY were used.

The request stems from comments Brown made during the last Board of Commissioners meeting concerning the Hampstead Restoration Church’s use of Topsail Middle School facilities and the School Board’s denial of the church’s request to use the Topsail High School auditorium. The School Board denied the request, and adopted a rental policy that only allows a six-month time period of regular use, followed by a twoyear period of before a group can rent a facility again.

Brown said he felt the church had been unfairly singled out in the rental policy, which, in his opinion, is too restrictive. Brown said the church, which is currently renting Topsail Middle School, had made improvements to the building at their own expense,

Hurricane

Continued from page 1A County hard. As time passed, the models moved south, eventually settling on west Florida and the Keys.

“I don’t really like the long-range forecasts, even the five-day forecast. It changes so much and people are confused and don’t understand the five-day forecast,” Collins said. “It such a wide area in the five-day forecast.”

The forecast error cone,

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“One of the arguments is we can’t have just one group monopolizing the use of the building. If no one else wants to rent it, how is that monopolizing,” Brown said. “And the church said if the (Topsail High) auditorium needs to be used on a Sunday, they will find another place to meet that week. I don’t agree with a policy that I believe singles out a particular group.” published by the National Hurricane Center, shows the possible track of a storm, which is likely to go anywhere in the cone. The center track of the cone is the middle of the various computer model runs on the storm.

“The five-day forecast gives you a rough idea, sometimes the three-day forecast is incorrect. It’s all up to nature.

The error cone is the average error of the track,” said Collins. “Right now, the models are showing Hurricane Jose will stay off the coast.”

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Couple settles in Surf City, volunteer at Poplar Grove

By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Staff Writer We’ re not g etting any younger. Why not do it now?

That’s what Jack and Joyce Thies said to one another more than once, whenever it was time to make a move. Most recently, the move was to Surf City. The couple had been together for 47 years when Joyce first posed the question about heading to the coast from their home in Greensboro. After all, she had always wanted to live at the beach. That is how they found themselves volunteering at Poplar Grove Plantation, Joyce spinning, loom weaving and picking her banjo, and Jack putting his handyman skills to work.

Joyce was raised on a farm in Anson County. She grew up picking cotton, pulling corn, gathering eggs, canning and freezing. Since her family only went to town on Saturdays, she learned to improvise and she learned how to do stuff. Her mother was a seamstress and taught her how to sew, and she learned more through 4-H. She went to UNC-Greensboro to get her four-year degree in elementary education, and went on to have three kids and complete her masters degree within five years. Teaching 32 kids full-time and with three of her own at home, she laughs that “somebody had to go,” so it was the classroom that she gave up. Joyce began

Joyce Thies

working in a cardiologist’s office, became interested in the medical field and went back to school to become a Physician’s Assistant, which she did for the next 25 years.

Joyce said, “In 2007, I had somebody challenge me: What was I going to do when I retired? I said, ‘I’m going to get a little guitar and learn how to play it. That’s my retirement plan,” Joyce said. “I started out taking lessons to learn guitar.

The person that I was taking it from was starting out with an Americana band, The Apple Butter Express. Over the next four years, I took lessons

instrument. She was also given a dulcimer, bringing her current instrument total to six.

The couple decided to sell their house in Greensboro and move to a condo in Florida.

Jack had always wanted to live in a golf community, so Joyce said, “Why not? We‘re not getting any younger. Let‘s do it now.”

Joyce’s volunteering days began at Heritage Village in Largo.

“It’s a village that is a county park, and it has 26 buildings.

They have everything from a log cabin up to a completely furnished Victorian house, and it is managed by volunteers. They have the old store, the church and the schoolhouse. I went and enjoyed it, and they told me they needed a banjo picker at the log cabin.

That’s how I got started volunteering at Heritage Village,” said Joyce.

Joyce was pickin’ her banjo in the 90-plus degree heat on the porch at the log cabin in Florida when she noticed that they had an air conditioned fiber arts building. She came into the craft knowing how to knit, crochet and do nalbinding, the way the Vikings knitted before knitting was invented. She started picking up new things, like how to drop spindle how to do bobbin lace. Each time she went, she wanted to learn something new.

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from him whenever he was in town.”

Working full-time as a PA in a family practice, she found that when things got a bit stressful, it was easy to sit down and play with whatever instrument she was working on. She started out with a halfsize guitar, then her daughter in Hawaii gave her a ukulele.

Since then, she has acquired a banjo, a baritone ukulele, and while on a mission trip to Argentina she purchased a charango, a South American

“When I retired, I asked my daughter if she had a friend who had a spinning wheel she’d like to sell. I got a real simple Louet S10 spinning wheel and put it in the back seat of my Mini Cooper. Then I acquired a loom. I tell people that I inherited my loom and my spinning wheel by checkbook. Meanwhile, Heritage Village has a weaver’s guild that meets once a month, and then they have spinners that meet once a month. They get together and spin and do things, so I’ve had them as my opportunity to learn,” said Joyce.

She went on, “Jack had his fun in the golf community, he was active in Rotary and in church. When he finally decided he wasn’t going to play golf anymore, I said, ’Why don’t we just go ahead and sell this place? I’ve always wanted a place at the beach.’”

Well, why not?

Aware that she wasn’t able to fit her loom and spinning wheel in her Mini Cooper to

Public meetings scheduled on proposed Black River park The State of North Carolina is seeking public input for a study on the feasibility and suitability of a state park on the Black River in parts of Pender, Sampson, and Bladen, counties. During the last legislative session, the N.C. General Assembly directed the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation to undertake the study and report results

to the Legislative Oversight Committee on Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources by Mar. 1, 2018.

The Black River is home to large cypress trees, some of which are more than 1,600 years old, making it a popular paddling destination in an area currently underserved by the State Parks system.

The study area is roughly 2,600

acres and includes 45 miles of the Black River corridor.

The study will create a vision for what a state park, natural area, or trail could look like, including what amenities would be most important to nearby communities and other potential users. It will include an evaluation of the natural and cultural heritage significance of the area,

whether it meets criteria to be part of the state park system, the suitability of the Black River for recreation, and a cost estimate for developing the park.

A series of public meetings will be held to seek public input as part of the study.

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move to Surf City, Joyce looked for a place where she could use her skills and go play. Poplar Grove was a perfect fit. She can be found in the weaving exhibit in the manor house either spinning, weaving or pickin’ her banjo and singing an old tune; while Jack fixes a broken door or whatever his project may be.

“Jack grew up in Wisconsin. He’s always been very handy with his hands, and a lot of times he would drive me to Heritage Village and sit and work on his computer. I guess this time he decided he might as well just do stuff. He found that there were things that needed to be done around here.”

“Down here,” said Joyce, “ I have also started going to Rotary meetings with Jack.

It’s an instant way to become part of the community, and volunteering is an instant way to become part of a community.”

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Pender people cover local trail

MST in a Day is a huge success

By Tammy Proctor Pender County Tourism Director Hundreds of people across North Carolina hiked, walked, jogged, or paddled the more than 1,175 miles of the Mountains to Sea Trail Sept. 9 The event was called MST in a Day. Hikers took to the pathways, trail, roadways, and waterway in Pender County.

The event was a huge success in Pender County as many residents took part in the statewide event to commemorate the 40th anniversary of a speech by Howard Lee, the then N.C. Secretary of Natural Resources and Community Development.

Lee told a National Trails Symposium in Waynesville

Sept. 9, 1977 North Carolina should create a “state trail from the mountains to the coast, leading through communities as well as natural areas.”

Howard Lee’s vision has come to fruition. The MST, which treks from Clingmans Dome to Jockey’s Ridge, traverses the length of Pender County. Pender County is divided into two segments, Segment 14B and Segment 15B. Segment 14B is called the Land of History and runs from Singletary Lake State Park in Bladen County to the Holly Shelter Game Land. Much of the MST is roadway along N.C. Hwy. 53.

Segment 15B picks up in the Holly Shelter Game Land, down U.S. Hwy. 17, into Surf

City and up the beach into Onslow County.

Some legs of Segment 14B were hiked by families who are walking together. One family had family members along the route and they relayed from home to home.

Chris Crafton, who resides outside of Raleigh, traveled to Burgaw to hike a leg of the MST to be a part of the history making event.

MST in a Day was the idea of Friends of the Mountains to Sea Trail board member Jerry Barker. He worked diligently with Segment Leaders to help fill legs of segments along the more than 1,100 miles of trail.

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What did we learn?

Once again, a major storm seemed to take aim at North Carolina, only to turn and instead inflict pain and misery elsewhere. It would be easy to adopt a nonchalant attitude about tropical weather were it not for the ample history of the times when a storm didn’t decide on another destination.

Although our beaches are taking a pounding, the real storm this time, however, seems to have been social media.

While there can never be such a thing as being too prepared, some of the hysteria surrounding Hurricane Irma was almost laughable, save for the effect it had on anyone wanting a loaf of bread Friday morning. Gas supplies had already hiccupped slightly, due to maintenance on the Colonial Pipeline and a direct hit on the Houston refineries by Hurricane Harvey just days before. Add in special-media fueled rumors and a holiday weekend, and stations were running out of fuel We saw evidence of almost hourly. some of the lessons And never mind the quest for taught by Matthew in bottled water. reactions here last Then there were the selfweek; let’s hope Irma’s proclaimed forecasters who lessons, while not as agseemed intent on one-upping gressive as those of Mattheir comrades whose training thew, will give everyone in meteorology includes how pause to stop and plan fast they can use an Internet search engine and a graphics for what happens the program. Some of the predicnext time. tions were reminiscent of yelling �Fire!’ in a crowded theatre full of folks who can already smell smoke. Sadly, despite the plethora of responsible sources out there, far too many folks chose to listen to (or read the posts from) sketchy amateurs.

It seemed, in some cases, that some of the make-it-up types actually wanted to see something terrible happen here.

We’ve had our share of catastrophe for a while,. Hopefully.

When Harvey hit, Pender residents began stepping up to help those affected in Texas and Louisiana, despite the fact that some local Matthew survivors are still in temporary housing.

The recovery down that way will likely be even longer than what we’re seeing here, and the struggle here, a year old next month, will go on for years.

Local governments did what they could to be ready for Irma – supplies were checked and double-checked, equipment readied and tested, and some post-Matthew procedural and equipment issues resolved. We’d say that at least most of leaders remember the hard lessons of last year, and wanted to be sure everything that could be done to protect all our citizens was done well in advance. It’s a feather in the caps of local government that every effort was made to ensure there were fewer of the problems we faced last year, avoiding the miscommunications that could have cost multiple lives had it not been for the initiative of a few.

No one can predict what a tropical system will do, nor can we truly predict how people will react when one is imminent.

We saw evidence of some of the lessons taught by Matthew in reactions here last week; let’s hope Irma’s lessons, while not as aggressive as those of Matthew, will give everyone pause to stop and plan for what happens the next time.

The Point

Notes from the Field My Grandfather’s basement

Bill Messer He was always, even from my earliest memory, more than just another grown-up in my sphere of family and friends. He was special. He was quiet and reserved, and he was the archetype for the grandfather in Robert Ruarks’s “The Old Man and the Boy�, a series published in Field and Stream magazine back in the 1950s. My grandfather, Fritz, to his family, Mr. Pope to most everyone else.

The Wikipedia entry for

Robert Ruark has this: Robert Ruark lived in Wilmington, went to New Hanover High School, and at 15, entered the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill The Robert Ruark Society website has this: His boyhood was spent in Wilmington and Southport.

After graduating from New Hanover High School at the age of 12, he attended the University of North Carolina, where he graduated from in 1935. His best selling book, The Old Man and the Boy, is based on his hunting, fishing and camping experiences with his grandfather, Capt. Edward Adkins, a retired river pilot.

My grandfather was a banker. Nevertheless, many of the quotes from the book nailed the essence of my grandfather:

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Things have changed A month after Sept. 11, 2001, a young man named Dillon sat in my lap, “helping� me with a catalog of antique gun parts whilst his mom Candy and Miss Rhonda worked on a sewing project.

We had a very serious discussion about this musket or that rifle, the type of discussion that one can only have with a two-yearold. He decided he wanted to have one particular model of flintlock “when I join the Army.�

Pretty soon, Dillon will be issued a much newer version of a military rifle than any flintlock; he didn’t join the Army, either, but is instead is undergoing training to become a Marine.

It seems hard to believe that so much time has passed since that beautiful September morning was ruined; I had things to do that day, important things, like going to visit my dad’s grave and waiting on a call about a new job and filing a handful of freelance stories.

I was looking forward to maybe spending a little time with my wife at the radio station, where she would do her own things throughout the day – reading the Country Store, obituaries, the livestock market reports, and playing music.

We had, if I recall correctly, made some tentative plans to do something with Dillon’s parents and his sister

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Jefferson Weaver the coming weekend.

My brother had things he was doing as well – feeding the cats, walking his dog, then going to work at the Schindler Elevator plant, where he was on the evening shift.

But things changed that morning.

A bunch of cowards inspired by a false prophet murdered a bunch of innocent people, people who also had things to do – some were going to work, some going home, some heading on vacation, some missing their spouses and children.

They took advantage of the fact that we have a free country, and murdered several thousand Americans. They also indirectly led to the death and injury of a lot of other Americans, warriors who volunteered to protect their country and

ended up in places many had never heard of.

A lot of things changed that day, and many will never be the same, instead having become part of the new normal. We are still involved in a war against an idea, rather than a country, something our country has never had to do before.

It’s led to young men and women like Dillon and my Nevoo John’s girl joining a military where some of their fellow soldiers are the age of their parents. Had John not been wounded so badly – again – I am fairly sure he would still be in uniform.

That’s one of the other things that have changed since 9/11, as we now call it.

You notice I don’t include my great-niece’s name, or

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Finding a better Medicare prescription plan Dear Savvy Senior, I think I’m paying too much for the medications I take. I have a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan and my out-of-pocket spending is over $4,000 thus far in 2017.

When and how can I change my Medicare drug plan?

Inquiring Carol Dear Carol, You can change your Part D prescription drug plan during Medicare’s open enrollment period, which runs from October 15 through December 7. During this time, beneficiaries can switch drug plans or join a drug plan if you didn’t have one before. They can also switch from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage plan, or vice versa if they wish. Any changes to coverage will take effect Jan. 1, 2018.

In September, you should also keep your eyes peeled for your “annual notice of change� from your drug plan.

It will outline any changes in coverage, costs or service that will take effect in January.

If you take no action during open enrollment, your current coverage will continue next year. Yet even those who are happy with their coverage should review their plan for any changes to come.

Change Medicare plans If you have Internet access and are comfortable using a computer, you can easily shop for and compare all Medicare drug plans in your area, and enroll in a new plan online.

Just go to Medicare’s Plan Finder Tool at Medicare.gov/ find-a-plan, and type in your

ZIP code or your personal information, enter in how you currently receive your Medicare coverage, select the drugs you take and their dosages, and choose the pharmacies you use. You’ll get a cost comparison breakdown for every plan available in your area so you can compare it to your current plan.

This tool also provides a five-star rating system that evaluates each plan based on past customer service records, and suggests generics or older brand name drugs that can reduce your costs.

When you’re comparing drug plans, look at the “estimated annual drug costs� that shows how much you can expect to pay over a year in total out-of-pocket costs, including premiums, deductibles and co-pays.

Also, be sure the plan you’re considering covers all of the drugs you take with no restrictions. Most drug plans today place the drugs they cover into price tiers. A drug placed in a higher tier may require you to get prior authorization or try another medication first before you can use it.

Need help?

If you need some help choosing a new plan, you can call 1-800-MEDICARE and they can help you out over the phone. Or, contact your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), which pro-

vides free one-on-one Medicare counseling. They also conduct seminars during the open enrollment period at various locations throughout each state. To find the contact information for your local SHIP visit Shiptacenter.org, or call the eldercare locator at 800-677-1116.

Low-income assistance If you find yourself struggling to pay your medication costs, check out Medicare’s “Extra Help� program. This is a federal low-income subsidy that helps pays Part D premiums, deductibles and copayments. To be eligible, your income must be under $18,090 or $24,360 for married couples living together, and your assets must be below $13,820 or $27,600 for married couples.

For more information or to apply, call Social Security at 800-772-1213 or visit SSA.gov/ medicare/prescriptionhelp.

Other resources that can help include RxAssist.org, which maintains a comprehensive database of patient assistance programs, set up by drug companies for those who have trouble affording their medications. And NeedyMeds.org, a national nonprofit organization that maintains a website of free information on programs that help people who can’t afford their medications or other health-care costs.

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.

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Live life now There once was a very cautious man who never laughed or played he never risked he never tried, he never sang or prayed and when one day he passed away his insurance was denied for since he never really lived they claimed he never really died What if it really worked that way – if insurance companies only had to pay life insurance for those who really lived life? That could be a very lucrative business, as my experience suggests most people are just going through the motions without devotion, According to Audrey Hepburn the most important thing is to enjoy your life and be happy it is all that that really matters The good news is it’s never too late too live happily ever after. And living happily ever after can only be done one day at a time. Happiness is a choice, available to everyone in every minute of every day, It’s pretty simple, but apparently not always easy for folks. Here are some suggestions for calming your mind and soothing your spirit so you can Live life Now. s%MBRACE AN !TTITUDE OF Gratitude. Be grateful for all that you have, including the simple and mundane. If you’re not happy with what you’ve got, how could you expect to be happy with more? s2EALIZE THAT WHAT YOU focus on expands. You attract what you are, you reap what you sow. Be kind and encouraging and surround yourself with others who are the same.

See the greatness within yourself and others. Begin within be your own best friend. s#HOOSE KINDNESS IT IS A life-changing choice; it is the religion of the Dalai Lama.

Kindness makes us better people from the inside out which makes our world a better place s$EVELOP A GOOD SENSE of humor. He who laughs lasts. And he who laughs last thinks slowest.

Laugh and the world laughs with you. If you can’t laugh at yourself you leave the job to others.

It’s not about being funny, it’s about seeing funny. Become a seeker of absurdity and you are sure to find some.

Laughter literally bathes our brains in dopamine: dope created by our brains, for our brains. Its good stuff, much more healthy than the cortisol stress and anxiety produce. s,IFE IS SHORT AND IT CAN change in an instant.

It only takes one diagnosis, one distracted driver, one dumb decision to change everything forever. s$ON T WAIT FOR THINGS TO get easier, simpler, better, Life will always be complicated. Learn to be happy right now, otherwise you may run out of time As Mae West said, “you only get to live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.�

Live life now.

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Newsings & Musings Come celebrate Edith Batson’s 90th Birthday

You are invited to the party Saturday Sept. 16, 2-4 p.m.

Burgaw Presbyterian Church Your attendance is the only gift to bring

Johnson, Tart speak vows

At half past five in the afternoon June 24, 2017, Miss Emma Ruth Johnson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joab F. Johnson, III of Burgaw, wed Mr. Austin Gray Tart, son of Mr. and Mrs. Rowland Dwight Tart of Dunn.

The traditional ceremony was held at First Presbyterian Church of Wilmington.

The bride’s pastor, Reverend Will Davis, along with Reverend Charles Lee, officiated the ceremony.

Acting as Matron and Maid of Honor respectively were Mrs. Mary Kate White and Miss Virginia Zelle Brown.

Bridesmaids were Miss Sabrina Benbassat, Miss Emily James Collawn, Miss Suzannah Jean Harrelson, Miss Sarah Katelyn Long, Miss Cameron Elizabeth Mast, Mrs. MaryEllen Wells Newton, Miss Mary Katherine Robison, Miss Kendall Yvonne Tart, Miss Hillary Anne Verrilli, and Miss Katie McKeel Wheeler. Miss Ellie Marie Heath was the Flower Girl. Mr. Rowland Dwight Tart served as his son’s Best Man. The attending groomsmen were Mr. Charles Warren Green, Mr. Jason Randall Green, Mr. Casper Brent Johnson, Jr., Mr. Harrison Joab Wells Johnson, Mr. Anthony Blake King, Mr. Carlie C. McLamb, III, Mr. Teddy Justin Miller, Mr. Ted Reece Moore, Mr. Nathan Brett

Whitman, and Mr. Adam Michael Willets. Master Jackson Edward Green was the Ring Bearer.

Special music was provided by Dr. Joell Parker, soloist, and Mr. David Farrior who composed and performed a song written for the bride. Ms. Vera Coombs accompanied on the organ.

Following the ceremony, an elegant reception took place at the historic Cape Fear Country Club in Wilmington.

Guests enjoyed signature cocktails, southern cuisine, and dancing to the music of the band.

The happy bride and groom left under an archway of sparklers in a vintage Rolls Royce.

Emma Ruth is a graduate of Meredith College with majors in English and Psychology. She is currently in her final semester of graduate school at Campbell University.

She will be a candidate for a Masters of Education in School Counseling. She is an employee of Harnett County Schools as a school counselor.

Austin is a graduate of Campbell University with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science. He is a Health and Physical Education teacher for Sampson County Schools. He also coaches football and baseball.

The couple is presently making their home in Lillington.

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Stormy weather No doubt you’ve seen the devastation Hurricane Harvey wreaked in Texas. Sure as September, we are in the midst of storm season and all eyes are now glued to the latest projections on Hurricanes Irma and Jose and their potential impact on us in North Carolina.

Names like Hazel, Donna, Hugo, Fran, Floyd, Isobel, Irene and Matthew flood us with memories of past storms that have impacted our state, causing loss of life and property damage of untold amounts.

Like many, we have served on disaster response teams within our state and elsewhere, mucking out houses, hauling away keepsakes and making repairs to homes badly damaged by these natural disasters. The losses are immeasurable and those affected will never be “made whole,” either financially or emotionally. We have learned that sometimes the most help is given in just listening and consoling. For a few moments we forget our political, racial, geographic and cultural differences to unite in bringing comfort to those in need. These tragedies bring out the “better angels” among us.

Even as we understand and desire to help there are questions we need to raise.

Are these weather events more frequent and more damaging in recent years than in the past or do we just see more of their impact

because of expanded TV and Internet coverage? What factor, if any, is climate change?

How much of the damage is a result of our increasing appetite to build larger, more aesthetically desirable homes in coastal areas or in flood plains? Have we become “riverboat gamblers” who either don’t understand, are willing to accept the risks involved in building in areas that could be potentially affected, or do we just have a blind faith that we won’t be impacted?

Another question is whose responsibility it is to come to the aid of these victims?

How much of a role should government accept and how much should be the responsibility of neighbors, philanthropists or the owners themselves? Further, is all human suffering equal? Are those in larger, more prosperous regions more deserving of help than those in smaller, less affluent areas or should the response be equal?

Finally, what can be done to ameliorate future damage?

Do not interpret these questions as mean-spirited or even as an unwillingness to help others in their time of need. Several things are clear: because of population growth and increased development there is more potential for future damage and the costs for repair, replacement or rebuilding are escalating rapidly, outpacing government’s ability to pay for damages.

While the outpouring of support for current hurricane victims is gratifying we need not look too far to be reminded that there are still thousands in our state who still haven’t recovered from the effects of Hurricane Matthew last year or Hurricane Irene, which struck us in 2011. Most of those impacted by those storms live in more rural, less wealthy areas. We applaud the president and FEMA for huge pledges of support for Harvey victims, even as we acknowledge that North Carolina didn’t get

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Mr. and Mrs. Austin Gray Tart (Emma Ruth Johnson)

Living History programs begin Sept. 16 at Moores Creek Park

Weaver Continued from page 4A many references to Dillon’s family. It ain’t because I don’t want to brag on them – I’d love to do so.

Leaving some information out has become habit; once upon a time, the canned announcements we received at newspapers and radio stations included a service member’s family and hometown. Now, because of the snake-bellied tactics of the enemy, it’s safer not to mention much about even one’s own family members, since anyone with a computer and motivation can find out specific information about someone they wish to harm.

Like I noted – things have changed.

While my father didn’t fight in World War II, many of his friends did; I grew up hearing their stories, and the enemies referred to with an enmity, even three decades later, that most folks today would find shocking.

Now, don’t get me wrong – there was some mutual respect for the average soldier doing his job for the

Germans or Japanese—but there was still a smoldering unforgiveness and a suspicion that, however misplaced, never went away with some of those gentlemen.

But things have changed, and now those defending our country are expected to “understand” the enemy and “respect” his traditions.

We are not allowed to use terms that might be deemed derogatory by those who seek to kill us and wipe our nation off the face of the earth. And while I do not support hatred of any kind, that doesn’t mean I am suggesting we all cuddle up and sing Kumbaya with those who, I say again, desire to kill Americans.

Yet there are those who argue that we are somehow to blame for the attacks of 9/11. I’m still trying to figure out that logic, but when I ask for an explanation, all I hear is accusations of racism and religious intolerance and other harpy-esque nonsense.

I fully understand that there are plenty of good people in the countries that harbor and nurture terrorism, and I understand that there are plenty of countries our own

Moores Creek National Battlefield will kick off its annual fall Third Saturday Living History Program Sept.

16 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The event is free to the public and will take place in the park’s demonstration area near the Patriots Hall picnic area.

Demonstrations will include Patriot and Loyalist encampments and weapons demonstrations, backwoods camps and fire starting, blacksmithing, bagpiping, colonial cooking and beverages, medicine, quill pen writing, and toys and games.

The event will feature demonstrations and activities that are appropriate for all

ages; dogs are welcome as well (please keep them on a leash). Stop by the Visitor Center before heading out on the park trails and grab a brochure, view the park film and exhibits, and browse the gift shop.

Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy a nice day in the park.

All events are weather permitting.

Visit the Battlefield’s Facebook page to stay tuned to updates on this and other events: www.facebook.com/ moorescreeknps or visit us at www.nps.gov/mocr. The Park is located at 40 Patriots Hall Dr., Currie, or call 910283-5591

shouldn’t tolerate, since those countries openly or discreetly support the same terrorists (as well as other behavior that I find wrong).

We have elected officials as well as nincompoops descrying America and defending those who wish to kill Americans.

Yes, a lot of things have changed.

But a lot of things haven’t.

This is still the greatest country in the world, which is one reason even idiots who hate it can stand on a street corner and pronounce their hatred. We who love her can stand on the same corner and show her our love and loyalty, as well.

Another thing that hasn’t changed is that when the chips are down, Americans will help other Americans, no matter how we disagree.

Look at the reactions to Hurricanes Matthew, Harvey and soon, Irma. Look who stepped up, and who will continue to step up, to help those truly in need. It won’t be the folks pouring filth on the country that gives them free speech and the chance to succeed.

A lot of things have

changed, but a lot are still the same. There is a whole new generation of young people who love their country and wish to carry on their families’ traditions of protecting America and the millions of people they will never meet – even those who choose to love the enemy, and hate the country that shields them.

I doubt the day will come again, in my lifetime, anyway, when America will be as safe and snug and yes, smug, as we once were. That has changed – but this is still America, we are still a free people, at least as long as we choose to be, and those are things I hope and pray never, ever change.

Jefferson Weaver is a columnist and contributing writer with the Post & Voice.

Contact him at jeffersonweaver@nrcolumbus.com.

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Sea Turtle Hospital News

Eligibility criteria for free or reduced school lunch program

By Karen Sota Sea Turtle Hospital Special to the Post & Voice What do you feed them?

That’s another one of the FAQ’s our volunteers have been answering during tours. By the time our visitors arrive our patients have all been fed and are just waking up from their morning naps.

The dinner (or breakfast) bell rings at 8 a.m. and the critters all know it. If we’re just a few minutes late with meal delivery there’s a lot of splashing and trying to peer over the tank to make sure we haven’t forgotten them.

In the wild our carnivorous turtles would be feeding in the shallow waters and along coral reefs where they munch on mollusks, crabs, sponges, jellies and anything else that might swim by slowly enough that they can grab.

Green turtles are herbivores with mouths lined with serrated “teeth” for grazing on the grasses and algae on the bottom. But since we’re neither fish nor kelp farmers at the hospital we rely on food that’s available year-round that provides enough nutrition during their stay with us.

Capelin, which looks like a large sardine is our mainstay.

It’s oily and has a lot of small bones, good for their calcium levels. Capelin is big enough that the large turtles don’t turn up their noses at it, and it’s small enough that, when cut into round pieces our babes can easily chew it up.

Squid is also readily available year round and is tasty enough that even a newly admitted reluctant eater will at least give it a try. Although it’s not quite as nutritious as fish our permanent resident Lennie has been thriving on it for the 11 years she’s been with us. But turtles can be picky. We have some patients that will only eat the squid heads and others who will not touch a squid head with a 10-foot pole.

Go figure. We had one turtle

Pooh’s breakfast in his special grazing gadget. who would neatly snip the tails off of the capelin and leave them in the bottom of her tank.

She was so good at tail-removal that it was almost like she was working with a template.

We occasionally create fishsicles for the larger loggerheads – throwing a few fish or squid into a small bowl of water and freezing them into discs that they chase around the tank and bite at. And we’ve created a weighted gadget that we can use for some of our bottom grazing greens, Pooh in particular, a cold stun who has been with us for more than two years. Pooh suffered damage to his flippers and unless given the proper incentive can be reluctant to use them in the way we want him to.

So by attaching his breakfast to the holder and letting it sink to the bottom he has two choices: go down and get it or go hungry. If you’ve seen Pooh you know that he is clearly not going with option number two!

As we move into the fall fishing season we’d like to remind all of you expert anglers that our turtles love fresh fish, especially blues. So if you find

yourself with more than you can use please give us a call (910-329-0222) and we’ll gladly take them off of your hands and make sure they do not go to waste.

Hospital tour schedule update We are closed on Thursday, Sept. 14 for a special event (check our Facebook page for details.) Beginning the week of Sept. 17 we will be open only on Thursdays and Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. through the end of the year. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for active military and seniors 65 and older and $3 for children 12 and younger.

The hospital is located at 302 Tortuga Lane in Surf City.

From N.C. 50/210 turn onto Charlie Medlin Dr. (your landmark is Shipwreck Point Mini Golf) and follow it through the roundabout onto Tortuga. Our gift shop is always open during tours. Come in and meet our turtles and our staff; we’re fluent in sea turtle.

This column will appear every other week through the rest of the year. Direct questions, comments or suggestions regarding this column to me at: flippers@att.net.

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) today announced the 2017-18 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy for free and reducedprice meals for children enrolled in North Carolina schools. The USDA’s school meals programs help ensure all students have access to wholesome, nutritious, appealing meals at school.

“Research indicates children who are hungry or poorly nourished have difficulty learning and do not perform as well in the classroom as students who are well-nourished,” said NCDPI School Nutrition Services Section Chief Lynn Harvey. “Providing healthy, appealing meals and snacks at school help ensure that students can focus on academics.”

The federal income eligibility guidelines for July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018 are as follows: The household size and income criteria identified above will be used to determine student eligibility for free and reduced-price meal benefits. Children from households whose income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free or reducedprice meals. Children who are members of households that are eligible to receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits or Cash Assistance (CA) are automatically eligible for free meals. The determining official will use direct certification to certify SNAP/CA families. Foster children who are the legal responsibility of a social services agency or court are considered categorically eligible for free meals regardless of the income of the household in which they

reside.

(Note: The SNAP was formerly known as the “Food Stamp” Program. In North Carolina, SNAP is called “Food and Nutrition Services” or FNS. The CA program was formerly known as Temporary Assistance to Needy Families or TANF).

Applications for free and reduced-price school meals are available to all households.

Applications should be available in the principal’s office at each school. To apply for free or reduced-price meals, households must complete and sign the application and return it to the school or to the school nutrition office within the school district, charter school, non-public school or other institution participating in the National School Lunch program. The information provided on the application for free and reduced-price meal benefits will be used to determine student eligibility.

Families receiving FNS or CA do not need to complete an application because they are automatically certified by the determining official via direct certification.

Applications must include the names of all household members, the amount and source of income received by each household member, and the last four digits of the social security number of the adult household member who signs the application. If the household member signing the application does not have a social security number, he/she must indicate that a social security number is not available.

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The Town of Burgaw Parks and Recreation Department cut the ribbon on the first Born Learning Trail in Pender County Sept. 7. The Born Learning Trail is a series of 10 interactive signs that offer fun, active learning activities for young children and their families. It helps parents, caregivers and communities create quality engagement opportunities when out on a stroll or visiting a local playground. The Trail is located in Rotary Park 102 Industrial Drive Burgaw.

Attending the Born to Learn Trail ribbon cutting are (left to right) Jake Arthur, Michael McWhorter, Jennifer Adams, Emily Baker, Tommy Taylor, Burgaw Mayor Eugene Mulligan, Zach White, and Olivia Dawson.

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Continued from page 4A The old man used to say that the best part of hunting and fishing was the thinking about going and the talking about it after you got back.

The best thing about hunting and fishing is that you don’t have to actually do it to enjoy it. You can go to bed every night thinking how much fun you had twenty years ago, and it all comes back as clear as moonlight.

Above all, my grandfather was a gentleman, and a gentle man. He was firm in his demeanor, spoke quietly, and exercised his power through the enforcer, my grandmother.

“Anne, Anne, it’s time to do something about these children,” he would call to my grandmother when the gang of grandchildren were gathered. He liked to spend time on the back patio, in a lawn chair, with a Co’cola, or sometimes a bourbon and water, Old Crow, a couple of ice cubes and a splash of water.

Sometimes he would let us g randkids have a sip, sometimes a puff on a Lucky Strike.

And the funny this is, I never actually went fishing with him. He went exclusively with his fishing buddies, Sherman and Hal. And one of the old men had a folding boat, and small outboard motor, in the trunk of his Packard automobile. This was in the 50s, and the boat was a Folbot, made in Charleston, SC, until last year, now closed while it re-structures. I have one still, bought directly from the Charleston factory in 1982, a 16’ Super, and it looks like a kayak, but more properly a decked canoe.

But, I spent hours with him in the basement of their house, with him tending to beds of fishing wor ms, golden grubs and crickets, and training me in the ways of fish (and people). Once he commandeered the kitchen while he invented a special catfish bait involving bacon,

flour and cotton. I don’t think he ever mastered that one.

Worms were another matter. Every fall, he would rake and gather leaves in a big sheet of burlap, and gathering the corners together, lift it all over his shoulder for the trek back to the compost pile, home of some of the biggest, fattest earthworms in Georgia. Some he transported to his growing beds containing, as I remember, pearlite and coffee grounds.

There were bins of golden grubs, mealworms, happy to spend their short existence in bins of oatmeal. And more, boxes of crickets both black and brown, adding constant ‘cricking’ to the ambiance.

When the new refrigerator arrived, the old one made it downstairs. There was always a Co’cola inside, sometimes only half full in the tall glass bottle. There was also an old stand-up desk from the bank, from the days when the tellers were behind brass bars, and bank officers stood at tall desks out on the floor.

Fritz and his cousin Otto both started at the bank about the same time, young boys, swee pers. Later they ran checks back and forth to the clearing house, then went through the ranks from teller to president and vice-president, when there was only one of each.

Otto’s wife was the Judge Ordinary, having probate jurisdiction. She had a pearlhandled chrome-plated .38 in her pocketbook. As Probate Judge in contested family property disputes, emotions could run high, and one side or the other was likely going to be very unhappy with her decisions.

Back in the 50s, Rubber Tree plants were all the rage.

“Whoops, there goes another rubber-tree plant,” sang Frank Sinatra, about the little ant. Aunt Iree had one in her office. I remember it from earlier days. When my mother died she was still in office, and the rubber tree plant had gotten 50 years older and grown on a single stem up from the pot, along the corner

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to the ceiling and then around the whole room to end in a clump of leaves, still going after all these years.

My g randmother Anne had ordered a ‘Ti’ plant, a Hawaiian tropical plant, from the Lipton Tea Company (50 cents and three box labels) and planted it sometime in the 50s, too. It grew, and grew, and when it got too tall for inside, she cut the tall stem into four-inch long sections and replanted them, keeping the plant going. I am now charged with the care, and have had her plant since the 80s and cut them back and restarted the stems probably half a dozen times since then.

My grandfather had friends in high places, and over on the shelves with the paint, paint thinner and cans of motor oil, there were several gallons of clear liquid with labels like “Old Owl Vomit,” “Old Stump Knocker” and the like – some of the better grades of moonshine, ‘confiscated’ by the authority, but from known producers, whose product quality was deemed just too good to waste. Evidence ‘distributed’ for safekeeping, I suppose.

Sure, teenage curiosity got the better of me, and I tried it, but even at an early age, I preferred Old Crow.

We told Fritz smoking was bad for him – he smoked Luckies, Hav-A-Tampa cigars and Grainger pipe tobacco, and we cautioned it would kill him, which it did – when he was 90. He liked to finish off the day with a bowl of ice cream, too, and yet went to his grave without a single filling in his teeth.

He was known for passing the collection basket at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, once before Communion, and again after, and again, on the steps of the church after the service, he was there with a little box on a string around his neck, getting one more nickel out of the congregation, for the poor.

An ideal grandfather? No. He assured me I was his favorite grandchild and he would make sure I got his fishing

tackle, including several sixsection split bamboo fly rods.

He told all the grandchildren the same thing. My uncle Johnny got it all.

Still, I would give most anything to go back and spend an afternoon in the basement with him.

John Daniel Wilson WILLIAMBURG, VA. -- John Daniel Wilson, age 79, died Sept. 2, 2017 in Williamsburg, Va. The cause was Alzheimersrelated pneumonia.

Born July 28, 1938, in Charlotte, to Lavillon and Reverend Frederick Wilson, John grew up in Montreat. He attended Vanderbilt University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning a master’s degree in psychiatric social work. He spent 30 years as the director of the Southeastern Mental Health Center in Pender County, where he helped people live fuller lives.

A lifelong Presbyterian, he was an active member of the Burgaw Presbyterian Church for many years.

John will be remembered by his family and friends as a kind, thoughtful man with a

smart wit and quiet sense of humor. As an involved and loving father and grandfather, he will be missed by his family.

Preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Mary Hazel Moore Wilson, John is survived by his children, Johanna Richardson and Mariel Culotta, his sons-in-law, Heath Richardson and James Culotta, and his five grandchildren: Jonathan, Seth and Daniel Richardson, and Claire and James Culotta. He is also survived by his sister, Elizabeth Reimer and predeceased by his second sister, Suzanne Graham.

To celebrate his life, John’s family plans to schedule an intimate sea service to scatter his ashes, along with those of his wife, Mary, at a future date. The family requests that any memorial contributions be sent to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Sally Ann Graham HAMPSTEAD -- Sally Ann Graham of Hampstead passed away Friday morning, Aug. 11, 2017 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice in Wilmington.

A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept.

16, 2017 at All Saints Catholic Church, 18737 US-17, Hampstead, NC 28443.

The family is served by Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.

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Pender beats Rosewood, claims first season win

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Rosewood Eagles may have made the trip to Pender County with thoughts of earning a win against a subpar Pender football team.

However, this is not the same team that took the field against Lakewood in week one of the 2017 season. The Patriots are slowly coming to terms with first year coach Tim Smith’s no-nonsense type of coaching.

Last week the Patriots hosted the Rosewood Eagles out of the Carolina Conference. The Eagles found out that the Patriots record was not indicative of the type of football team that Coach

Smith is fielding. The Patriots rode their standout running back Latrell Brown to a 20-15 win. “My guys showed a lot of fight, “said Coach Smith. “We didn’t let the mistakes we made keep us down.

We have a lot of stuff to clean up but we are getting better.”

Brown scored the first points of the night when he picked up a fumble off of the turf and raced 92 yards to pay

dirt. The two-point conversion failed and the Pats led 6-0 with 2:57 to go in the first half.

Rosewood answered just before the first half ended but their extra point kick failed.

The teams went into the half tied at 6 -6.

Brown scored on a short run in the third quarter.

Again the kick failed and the scoreboard read 12-6 Pender going into the fourth quarter.

Rosewood scored with just over 11 minutes to play in the fourth period and made the subsequent kick to take a 1312 lead. Brown answered that score with a 17-yard run enabling the Pats to retake the lead. The Patriots went for two and was successful giv-

ing them a 20-13 lead. They allowed Rosewood to get a safety in a strategy to give the defense room. It worked and the Pats earned the win.

Brown led the Patriot offense with 103 yards rushing while sophomore quarterback Jaheim McDuffie rushed for 32 yards. He was 4-10 through the air for 44 yards as well.

Jahleik Bucknal led the defense with 10 tackles while Jarek Foster and Omari Sweat each eight stops.

The Patriots (1-2) were scheduled to finish the game with Union that was postponed due to lightning early in the year Monday. They are off Friday and will visit Trask on the Sept. 22.

Lavalle rolls for 281 yards

Tough defense, running gives Topsail win over White Oak

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer

Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

Taking down Pirate running back Noah Lavalle comes with a price – a good stiff arm to the helmet.

Former University of Alabama Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant once coined the phrase, “Offense sells tickets, defense wins championships,” and if that holds form the coaches, players, and fans of Topsail football are in for a very good year.

Serious potential potholes lie ahead in the always-tough Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference, the non-conference part of the Pirates’ schedule has, thus far, produced enough of both to fuel plenty of optimism moving forward.

Super sophomore running back Noah Lavalle had 27 carries for 281 yards (10.4 yardsper-carry) to ignite a running game that amassed 409 yards, and the Pirate defense limited the Vikings to 266 yards (112 of them on two plays) as Topsail improved to 3-0 with a 42-13 pasting of White Oak in Hampstead.

White Oak quarterback Edward Anthony proved to be a one-man show by scoring both of the Vikings’ touchdowns – one on a 66-yard run and the other on a 46-yard scamper – and ran the ball 14

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Trask battles, downs Union 15-6

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Last year the Heide Trask football team had what many consider to be a breakout season. They entered the state 1A playoffs with hopes of playing their first round game at home. When they drew conference mate Union, a team that they had beaten in the regular season it appeared that they would indeed get their wish.

The NCHSSA did not see it that way. They sent the Titans to Union and an undermanned Titan squad lost to the Spartans. Friday night the Rocky Point crew took it to the Spartans and took home a 15-6 win.

“I can’t say the thought never crossed my mind,” said head Coach Johnathan Taylor. “We’re just trying to find a way to win football games.

This was not pretty by any means but a win is a win and we’ll take it and move on. We have a lot of things to clean up.”

The Titan defense again showed its worth in this nonconference contest. The Spartans had only 195 yards of offense in the contest with 82 yards of that coming on the Sampson County crew’s only touchdown of the game in the

The Heide Trask Lady Titan volleyball team is enjoying success that has not been seen since Karen Byrd retired several years ago. Coach Cathy Claris has the lady Titans on a roll. They have started the Coastal 8 Conference season 3-0 and are 7-1 overall.

“I’m happy to be undefeated this week,” said Claris.

“We have a huge week coming up. Pender lost to both of our upcoming teams 3-0 so we better be ready.”

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

When Heide Trask High school opened in the early 2000s the volleyball program was headed by Karen Byrd.

Coach Byrd was a nurturing type of coach who never raised her voice and taught the game through patience and respect. Her teams were always competitive and they were always very disciplined. The Titan volleyball program was always in the top half of whatever conference that they were in.

When Coach Byrd stepped down the school had problems finding a coach so she stayed on another year. That was the kind of person that she was. When Trask finally settled on a coach everyone thought that the team would hit the ground running.

What happened was a three season record of 11-45.

Coach Cathy Claris helped last year and when it was decided that the current coach would not be back Claris applied and was appointed to the position. Cathy Claris knows only one way to do things.

She put her heart and soul into the team. She entered the team into the summer league at Topsail and practiced often throughout the summer. She worked hard and the kids saw that and worked hard as well.

The Lady Titans took

their lumps throughout the summer league. Coach Claris played everybody that showed up. Her philosophy was that if the young ladies made the effort to show up that she would play them.

There were not many wins but Claris remained optimistic.

Well here we are three weeks into the high school volleyball season and the Lady Titans are 7-1 overall and 3-0 in the new Coastal 8 Conference. Yes, the Lady Titans are rolling.

Coach Claris is a lot like Coach Byrd in that she really invests her heart and soul into the team and each young lady on it. I once had a parent tell me that Karen Byrd was too nice. She would never be successful because she was just too nice to be a coach. Well, I don’t know Byrd’s record off of the top of my head but I can tell you that she was very successful. Coach Claris is the same way.

I would be foolish to think that this group of Lady Titans is going to win the Coastal 8 Conference title. Dixon, East Carteret and Pender are very good.

However, I believe that the Lady Titans will finish in the top half of the conference standings. I also believe that they will make the playoffs and finish with a winning record. That isn’t half bad for a team that won 11 matches in the last three seasons.

Coach Cathy Claris is the real deal. She can coach any sport that she wants to and I believe that she would be successful. You want to know why, because she cares about the kids and the school. Now, if we could just get her to talk a little bit more.

Kickers Corner

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

Trask’s Ray Adams takes out a Union defender as running back B.J. Jordan turns the corner for yardage. first half. The Spartans only had 61 yards of offense in the second half.

Trask opened the game with a 13-play drive that covered 81 yards with Anthony Tucker scoring from two yards out. The point after was good and the Titans seemed to be on fire. From there Coach Taylors offense seemed to take a step backwards. Trask drove the ball inside the Spar-

tan 20 yard line twice more in the first half but could not get into the end zone.

Union used an 82-yard run

by Vance King to set up a fouryard score. The two-point conversion failed and the Titans were up by one point.

Trask received the second half kickoff and failed to move the football. A defensive battle ensued and the home team Titans would get

the best of it.

Trask finally broke the plain and scored from one yard out with 8:30 to play in the game but a holding penalty negated the play. The Titans failed to score and gave the ball up to the Spartans.

The Titan defense again stepped up for Coach Taylor late in the game. Dwight Mo-

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Lady Titans off to a fast start

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

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lands. The home team Titans swept the Wildcats 3-0. The scores were 25-23, 25-5 and 2516.

The Titans struggled in game one. They led the whole game before the Wildcats tied the set at 23. The Titans closed the game out with a 2-0 run.

In Game two the Titans caught fire. They broke the Cats serve on point one and then Jordan Sholar served the next 21 points. The Titans led 22-0.

“It was as if no one wanted to be responsible for an error to give the visitors the ball back,” said Claris. “We were diving all over the place, hustle plays all over.”

Volleyball The run ended on a lack of communication and the Titans eased to the win. Trask took game three and earned the sweep.

Jordan Sholar served 22 straight points with three aces. She had 10 assists and one kill. Brayden Smith add-

ed seven assists, three kills and two blocks while Emily Oyler had eight kills.

In the Lejeune match the Lady Titans seemed to play down to their competition.

The Lady Devil Pups were winless but gave the first place Titans everything they could handle before falling in five sets. The scores were 2325, 25-15,25-20, 21-25 and 15-13.

“Lejeune was super scrappy,” Claris said. “They reminded me of us but even more scrappy. They out hustled us but we out served them and hit better when we hit the ball.”

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The Topsail Pirate men’s soccer team will be heading into the Mid-Eastern Conference schedule with an undefeated record. Post & Voice Sports Writer Lee Wagner covers Topsail and reports Roberto Vasquez recorded a hat trick as the Topsail men went on the road and defeated Havelock 5-1. Sam Bell and Justin Lashin also scored.

Blake Culig assisted on two of Vasquez’ goals, while Bell added the other assist for Vasquez. Jorge Lopez had five saves for Topsail.

Havelock (2-3-1) came to Hampstead Thursday and took another beating, this time via a 7-0 blanking at the hands of the Pirates. Culig scored 18 seconds into the game and it was all Topsail from there as they jumped out to a 4-0 lead at the end of the first half.

Bell led the way with two goals and an assist, Culig had a goal and two assists, and Richie Tarter (assist), Trevor Coston, Vasquez (assist), Sam

Hackett all hit the back of the net. Topsail (6-0) outshot the Rams 20-7 with Lopez recording seven saves.

Topsail opened Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference play Tuesday when they played host to South Brunswick (2-5-1). The Pirates travel to Legion Stadium in Wilmington Thursday to face the Wildcats of New Hanover (6-0-3).

The Heide Trask varsity soccer team continues to struggle. They lost 4-1 to James Kenan last week. Bryen Woody scored the Titans only goal. The Titans (2-4-1) were scheduled to host Pender on Monday.

Speaking of Pender, the Patriots were idle last week.

They boast a 4-1 record and

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Lady Pirates beat White Oak, N. Brunswick, fall to Ashley

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer Time will tell if the results of the last two games of the three-game week the Topsail volleyball team played provided a sign of improvement and maturity, and bodes well of bigger and better things to come, or if it was just a case of notching wins against clearly inferior teams.

Kensley Hagan knocked down eight kills and added three aces and six digs, Cher-

ish Brown had five kills, three blocks, Gia Marinelli (six kills, four aces, eight digs), Kate Ramsey (six kills) and Abby Miner (six kills), combined for 18 kills, and Ashley Hardee (four aces, 15 assists, six digs) and Makayla Weathers (12 assists) teamed up for 27 assists as Topsail defeated North Brunswick 3-0 (25-14, 25-17, 25-12) Thursday.

“I think we’re really working harder on being more

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Pender County Football Preview Week Five

Topsail hosts Dixon, Trask and Pender idle

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The high school football season is entering week five and all three Pender County high schools are coming off of a win.

The Pender Patriots beat Rosewood while Trask edged Union. Both of these schools are idle while Topsail hosts Dixon.

The Pirates are off to a 3-0 start and have been impressive in all of their wins. The name of the game for Coach Wayne Inman is running the football. He has an impressive stable of backs including super sophomore Noah Lavalle. The speedy Lavalle rushed for 281 yards from scrimmage last week and also had a 30-yard kickoff return

in accounting for 311 total yards. He has 426 yards rushing in two games this season.

The Pirates rushed for over 400 yards last week.

Quarterback Jacob Floyd has really come into his own this year. He can run the football and has a good handle on what Inman wants to do. He has a great arm and makes good decisions. He has completed 73 percent of his passes this year and has not thrown an interception. He

has averaged over 10 yards a carry and is a viable threat running or throwing the ball.

In other words, the Pirate offense is on fire.

The Bulldogs (1-2) got a combined 229 yards from running back Xavier Lee (151 yard) and backup quarterback Bryce Napier (78 yards) in a 32-21 loss to South Brunswick last Friday. Dixon is hoping starting quarterback Deante Jackson, who suffered a concussion Aug. 25 is back this week. The standout signal caller has rushed for 282 yards and six touchdowns in two games.

The Pirate defense is getting better each time they take the field. They are led by senior linebacker Hunter hall (nine tackles a game) and Evan Blanton (five tack-

les a game). This unit is very physical.

Look for the Pirates to run roughshod over the Bulldog defense. Lavalle will rush for at least a buck fifty with Inman trying to get some of his other backs involved after missing time with injuries. Keep an eye on Hayden Walsh, Hersey Fennell and Josh Smith.

This game is not even close. The Pirates will rush for 350 yards or more and the game will be all but settled by the end of the third period.

Inman may rest some guys if he gets the opportunity as he is looking straight down the barrel of the Mid-Eastern Conference opener verse Hoggard the following week.

The score: Topsail 48 – Dixon 13.

Topsail Sports Roundup

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The Topsail girls’ tennis team and the boys’ soccer team are making winning a habit, the cross-country teams – especially freshman Makayla Obremski and the Lady Pirates – are making their presence felt in both the Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference and in the weekend’s major meets – and the girls’ golf team continues to battle and improve.

But, perhaps the team that is setting the tone for the fall is the unheralded Topsail junior-varsity volleyball team.

JV volleyball While the Topsail varsity has had its ups-and-downs with a 5-4 record in 1o matches, the younger (nine sophomores, seven freshman) Lady Pirates are off to an impressive 10-0 start and, in reality, they have only been “challenged” twice.

Topsail beat Northside twice (25-14, 25-11 & 25-7, 25-8), Pender twice (25-10, 25-15 & 25-9, 23-25, 25-12) when Coach Tracey Shugarts went deep into her 16-girl bench in the second game, Wilmington Christian Academy (25-16, 25-22), West Brunswick (25-6, 25-15), Ashley (25-15, 25-17), White Oak (25-13, 25-11, North Brunswick (25-11, 25-17), and Laney (28-26, 25-23).

Shugarts said this may be the best – if not one of the best – junior-varsity squads she has had as she moves forward in her eighth year.

“Back about six years ago when I had my daughter (Ha-

ley Woods), Marlee Marrotta, Peyton Schoenleber, Madi Ford, and some others I felt that was a really good team and we had a chance to go unbeaten but wound up dropping a handful of matches,” Shugarts said. “But this team, we have a lot of good stats and a lot of talented depth, so I feel pretty good about where we are headed.

“Laney was tough, you always have to be wary when you play Wilmington Christian Academy, and we haven’t seen Hoggard or New Hanover yet. Hoggard, I think, is a mental thing with us, and New Hanover is doing well, so it’s way too early to predict things, but I really feel good about this team.”

Spearheading the surge are sophomore Lucy NestorDowling (20 kills, eight aces), sophomore Madison Lofton (44 kills, 28 aces), sophomore Rachel Hobson (19 kills, three blocks, 10 aces), and freshman Isabella Sorace (21 kills, four blocks, three aces).

The Lady Pirates (10-0, 3-0) looked to continue their winning ways with a home conference match against South Brunswick Tuesday and a trip to New Hanover Thursday Women’s tennis Another day, another 9-0 victory – their sixth in seven matches – as the Lady Pirates easily disposed of North Brunswick 9-0. Caroline Harris, Kasey Pfaff, Anna Duckworth, Chely Pritt, and Grace Martorelli all won 6-0, 6-0, and No. 2 Kylee Edwards won 6-0, 6-1.

There were two more shut-

outs in doubles with Harris and Pfaff and Pfaff and Martorelli winning 8-0 at Nos. 1 and 3, and Duckworth and Martorelli winning 80-2 at No. 2.

Tuesday the Topsail girls recorded shutout No. 5 with a 9-0 win over Ashley on the Lady Screaming Eagles’ courts Tuesday. Harris, Edwards, Pritt, and Martorelli all won 6-0, 6-0, well Pfaff won 6-1, 6-3, and Duckworth won 6-1, 6-4, to sweep the singles’ matches.

Harris and Edwards (No. 1) won 8-1 and Duckworth and Pritt (No. 2) won 8-0, before Martorelli and Pfaff (No. 3) completed the doubles’ sweep with an 8-2 victory.

South Brunswick came to Hampstead Tuesday and the Lady Pirates heads to Wilmington to face New Hanover Thursday.

Cross-country The Pirate teams headed to Kernersville last Friday for the Friday Night Lights major meet at the Ivey Redmond Sports’ Complex, and both teams fared well.

The boys finished seventh (310 points) out of 33 teams in the Boys’ Invitational race, bunching their scoring runners from 52nd to 74th. Bryce Dillon (52nd, 18:26.99), followed

by Nathan Martinez (59th, 18:34.47), Connor Starrett (62nd, 18:35.62), Hayden Rogerson (63rd, 18:36.16), and Travis Souza (74th, 18:52.25). There were 280 runners in the race.

The Lady Pirates ran in the women’s championship race and finished 20th (528 points) out of 33 teams in the race.

Seven Topsail girls – all underclassmen – finished in the scoring column led by freshman Makayla Obremski (12th, 19:05.26) in the race won by Cuthberson senior Sarah LaTour (18:26.53).

Freshman Isabella Bufalini was 26th (19:43.11), followed by freshman Skylar Libretto (126th, 21:38.96), sophomore Bailey Wells (176th, 22:31.66), and junior Emma Filer (22:54.12).

Freshman Lexi Lanza (202nd, 23:22.28), and sophomore Sadie Boyle (23:39.66) were 202nd, and 209th respectively, out of 284 runners.

Topsail is at South Brunswick along with New Hanover and West Brunswick Thursday Women’s golf The Lady Pirates maintained their status last Tuesday with their second fourthplace finish (175) in three conference matches. Laney (122) continued its early dominance with a third-straight team win in the nine-hole match on the Par 36, 2,317-yard Compass Point course behind freshman Medalist Grace Holcomb (36). Ashley (149) was second and Hoggard (164) was third ahead of the Lady Pirates, with South Brunswick (181), West Brunswick (189), and New Hanover (195) trailing the Lady Pirates.

Scoring for Topsail were Angela Linehan (55), Liz Sharpe (56), Ariana Blevins (64), and Gracie Pritt (66) and Gracie Ocock (66).

The Lady Pirates were home at Belvedere Plantation Monday as hostesses of a conference match.

is still undefeated going into the conference play. Roberto Vasquez recorded the hat trick in the Pirates win over Havelock 5-1. Sam Bell scored with an assist from Blake Culig. Culig had two more assists in the match.

Jorge Lopez had five saves for Topsail.

Havelock (2-3-1) came to Hampstead Thursday and took another beating, this time via a 7-0 blanking at the hands of the Pirates. Culig scored 18 seconds into the game and it was all Topsail from there as they jumped out to a 4-0 lead at the end of the first half. Bell had two goals

and an assist in the second match of the week against Havelock.

The Trask Titan volleyball team won twice last week.

Jordan Sholar served 22 straight points with three aces in the win over Riclands.

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Last week was a fun week filed with a lot of high school action. While Hurricane Irma churned out in the ocean Pender Counties high school mathletes got busy.

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Adams a mover and shaker for Trask Titans

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When the whistle blows and the gladiators enter the field, there are those who often times look for action. In the game of football there are those that play and those that make plays. Heide Trask Titan senior linebacker/ running back Ray Adams is one of those players that makes plays.

Mr. Adams runs track and also plays for the Titan basketball team. He is a superb athlete that gives 110 percent on each and every play. He has a toughness about him that lends its self to the football field.

Last week Ray played with heart and intensity as the Titan football team earned a hard fought win over Union.

Adams played well on both sides of the ball and gained the tough yards running inside the tackles.

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The average freshman student-athlete comes into high school very apprehensive. It takes time for these young people to adjust to the rigors of both high school academics as well as athletics.

Sometimes there is an athlete that makes their mark early in their high school career.

One of those athletes is freshman cross country standout Makayla Obremski.

Obremski has hit the ground running. She has shown that she is not intimidated by the high school competition that she has faced thus far. She has finished well in each and every race that she has entered and participated in. Last week Makayla finished 12th in the Friday Night Lights major meet at the Ivey Redmond Sports’ Complex. There were 284 female runners in the meet.

Miss Obremski has a bright future for the Lady Pirate runners. She is off to an impressive start.

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Fall fishing coming soon

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Fishing Fanatic There is a little nip in the air at night and the area anglers are starting to smell the autumn air. On the area piers that can only mean one thing. The spots should be rolling in at any time. While the water is still pretty warm the conditions are getting better and more favorable for spots. This is an exciting time for area anglers from eight to 80.

The piers are reporting some nice black drum being caught on shrimp and sand fleas. There have been a few pompano caught as well as a Spanish every now and then, still no spots to talk of though.

There have been a few runs of mullet off of the beach while the reds are still biting inland around structures and along the grass lines. There have been a few speckled trout being caught in the waterway. Find a dock of your liking and throw a live bait or your favorite lure and hold on.

The flat fish bite is still pretty fair. Anglers are using live finger mullet and mud minnows along with their favorite gulp baits to entice these tasty fish.

On the fresh water side of things the anglers are still complaining about the high water levels. There have been a few nice cats caught in the river as of late with your favorite stink baits along with chicken livers and cut up eel working here.

The bream bite is getting better with red worms the bait of choice here. With the cooler temps at night the depth that you fish may determine how well you do.

This week’s fishing tip In North Carolina, and especially here near the coast, the fall months are the best time to fish. The weather is still warm but it is cooling off a little bit more at night.

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

The first thing to remember is that during the late fall and early winter months the panfish tend to migrate from the deeper depths to at least mid-level depths. Just like in the summer months, they tend to like any underwater structure. They also like any fallen trees or brush.

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

As late fall enters, the panfish will start heading back to deeper waters as the cover of weeds and such will start to die off. This also makes the fish a little more eager to take your bait offerings.

As far as equipment goes, the same outfit will work, just switch up your baits and such to find what will work.

One note, the bluegills tend to hit bright lures this time of year.

Lady Patriots sweep Union, drops two conference games

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer There is no panic in Pender Patriot volleyball coach Matt Davis voice when he talks about his Patriots early season woes. Like the veteran coach that he is he just talks about what his team needs to do to get better.

“Every season’s got its peaks and valleys and we happen to be in one of those valleys right now. The only way to get out is to keep working to get better and that’s what the girls have been doing. We’re just a little out of sync right now,” Davis said.

“We’ve played three quality opponents in the conference and have shown the potential to compete with and or beat the top teams.”

The Lady Pats opened the week against the undefeated Dixon Bulldogs. The Dogs earned a hotly contested 3-0 win. The scores were 25-19,

McDuffie learns quarterback on the fly at Pender

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The art of playing quarterback at the high school level is one that is learned with patience and maturity. For Pender High school varsity quarterback Jaheim McDuffie the time is now.

Mr. McDuffie started for the junior varsity Patriots last year and was very impressive with his pin point passes and his ability to run the football.

He also played a few varsity snaps as the former coaching staff was trying to acclimate him to the rigors of varsity football.

This year the Patriots are counting on him to become the quarterback that everyone thinks he can be. He has shown flashes of just that but needs to become more consistent.

Jaheim McDuffie has the potential to become one of the better quarterbacks in the Coastal 8 Conference. For now he will be learning on the fly for Coach Tim Smith and the Pender Patriots.

25- 20 and 25-19.

“It appears that Dixon may be separating themselves a little as they are undefeated after playing three of the top teams in conference,” said Davis. “We had our chances against them. We also played the same pool of teams and while disappointing to come out of that stretch 1-2 we haven’t lost a game that we’ll look to at the end of the year and say how’d we drop that game?”

Caroline Peterson led the Patriots with six assists while Ashley Dupalevich tallied seven assists and one dig.

Kam Thompson had three kills and four blocks.

Next up was the Union Spartans. The Lady Spartans was just what the doctor ordered. Pender swept the non-conference foes 3-0. The scores were 25-15, 25 -5 and 2522. Ashley Dupalevich had 10

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By Bill Howard Post & Voice Columnist As a child, I spent countless hours climbing trees. My cousins and I were still mastering the art of walking when we could be found climbing my Aunt Sue’s red leaf plum trees in her front yard. They were perfect for learning low

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altitude maneuvers for toddlers like ourselves. Though we were no more than 3 or so feet off the ground, we thought we were in the clouds.

Of course, as we aged we would seek new heights. My cousin Chris and I had a favorite pine at his house where the limbs provided perfect rungs for us to scale to the top. When I say top, I really mean top. We would go as high as possible without causing the top to lean and break, often he on one side of the main trunk and me on the other.

At my grandfather’s house was a huge magnolia tree. Its vast array of limbs provided not only easy steps but plenty of cover and handholds. My friend Bobby and I experienced our first hunting from a tree there. We would pick various limbs where we could sit and wait comfortably, with our bb gun beside us. After a few

The Titans were missing senior co- captain Libby Smith who was out with a sprained wrist. Freshman Emily Thomas started in her place and played well.

“Emily is a very talented freshman. She filled in nicely but she had just played three JV games, then had to play five more so she was pretty tired.

Noboby can replace Libby as she is a terrific passer and a strong hitter but Emily stepped up and did a really good job.”

Jordan Sholar led the Titans with 20 assists while Emily Oyler had 15 kills. Lanie Barnhill added 10 aces, 11 kills while Emily Thomas had 11 aces.

The Titans (7-1/3-0) have East Carteret at home before finishing the week at Dixon.

The Lady Bulldogs are 8-0 overall and are tied with the Titans at the top of the conference standings.

minutes, we would often spot and shoot at an un-expecting bird that happened into our range.

Just before hitting our teens, Bobby and I were playing in a field where the trees had just been clear cut. There was one particularly large and long tree that was leaning at a 45-degree angle. Bobby got the bright idea to climb all the way to the end and have it double over bringing him close to the ground. The tree had other ideas. Perhaps the tree was upset from being cut down, but it only gave way slightly before dumping Bobby to the ground below.

The fall of about 20 feet left Bobby unconscious and I was certain he was about to die. I was recently reminded about that day and how I ran nearly a mile to the closest house with an adult inside. We called the ambulance and his parents and they met me back at the field. Bobby woke up as he was being placed on the stretcher

and only suffered a concussion and broken collar bone, but to a 10-year-old, it was a life threatening and changing moment.

It is funny how now as an adult, life has come full circle.

I again enjoy climbing trees.

The purposes are still much the same. The objective is to get high enough to enjoy nature without nature realizing you are observing. While in the stand this last weekend, I saw one deer which was way too far away. However, I spent several hours enjoying watching a cardinal clan flitter from ground to tree to shrub. Much like an aquarium can bring solitude and peace, sitting there with God’s creatures undisturbed brings inner reflection and comfort.

Still, just like with Bobby, the potential dangers are there. Remember this season to use a safety restraint system if using a tree stand,

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Pender County

Agenda Board of County Commissioners Meeting Monday, September 18, 2017 @ 4:00 PM Pender County Public Assembly Room 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC

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CALL TO ORDER

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INVOCATION

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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

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ADOPTION OF AGENDA

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PUBLIC HEARING 5.1.

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Pender

September 14, 2017

NOTICE TO ALL RESIDENTS OF THE TOWN OF BURGAW REGARDING CURBSIDE VEGETATIVE DEBRIS COLLECTION Please be advised of these requirements prior to placing vegetative debris at the street for pickup.

1) The Town does not pick up vegetative debris generated by contractors for non-residential and multi-family development customers.

2) Do not mix vegetative debris with other materials.

3) Do not place vegetative debris in the street. All debris must be a minimum of two feet from the edge of pavement.

4) Do not place vegetative debris in front of a fire hydrant.

5) Do not place vegetative debris within twenty feet of an intersection or in a manner that will impair the ability of the traveling public to see oncoming traffic.

6) Residents should place all debris on their property. Please do not place vegetative debris on town parks, the railroad right of way, or undeveloped/unoccupied property.

Failure to adhere to these rules may result in the debris not being collected and/or fines assessed by the Town of Burgaw.

PLEASE AVOID BLOWING GRASS CUTTINGS ONTO THE STREETS Cutting grass so that the clippings are blown into the roadway creates problems for the Town. The clippings enter the storm drains and will eventually clog the drains causing flooding. The collections of grass trimmings and water are also an excellent breeding ground for mosquitoes that carry dangerous viruses. If you cut your grass so that it blows back onto the lawn you can prevent this problem.

CALENDAR

Sept 18 Parks/Recreation Committee meeting Sept 21 Planning Board Meeting

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

Town of Surf City Government News September 14, 2017

Public Hearing on CDBG-DR Application.

6.1.

Third Quarter Update for the School Bond Projects.

6.2.

Comprehensive Plan Update.

6.3.

Presentation of the Pender County Backup 911 Center.

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PUBLIC COMMENT

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CONSENT AGENDA

MEETING TIMES Surf City Town Council 1st Tuesday of the month at 7pm Planning Board 2nd Thursday of the month at 5:30pm Parks & Rec. Advisory Committee 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3pm ________________________________________________________

8.1.

Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting: September 5, 2017.

8.2.

Approval of a Purchase Order to Winthrop Resources Corporation for Multi-year Technology Lease Agreement in the amount of $645,705.00.

The Surf City Town Council is seeking volunteers for the Beautification & Appearance Committee. Apply at www.townofsurfcity.com or for more information please contact, clerk@townofsurfcity.com.

APPROVALS AND RESOLUTIONS

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Resolution Supporting the Honorary Designation of a Portion of US Highway 17 in Pender County as the "Ambassador Mattie R. Sharpless Highway"

APPOINTMENTS 10.1.

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Approval of Appointment to the Pender Memorial Hospital Board.

PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH 11.1.

Resolution to Repeal the County Rabies Post-Exposure Management of Dogs and Cats.

11.2.

Approval to Write-Off Bad Debt for the Health Department for Fiscal Years 2009-2015: $84,835.96.

11.3.

GenX Update.

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ITEMS FROM THE COUNTY ATTORNEY, COUNTY MANAGER, FINANCE DIRECTOR, & COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

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CLOSED SESSION (IF APPLICABLE).

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7PM PUBLIC HEARINGS: SPECIAL USE PERMITS/ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS/ RESOLUTIONS 14.1.

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Resolution Requesting Approval of Zoning Text Amendment.

ADJOURNMENT

Po Box 2475 Surf City, NC 28445 (910) 328-4131 www.townofsurfcity.com

For full access to this agenda, please visit our new mobile friendly site at: https://pendercountync.civicweb.net/Portal/.

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 ABC Board 1 District 3 Advisory Board of Health 3 Dentist***, Engineer***, Optometrist*** Animal Shelter Advisory Committee 1 Veterinarian Board of Adjustment 2 District 4, Alternate Coastal Resources Advisory Council 4 Citizen Representative Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Auth.

7 Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking Pender Memorial Hospital Board 1 District 4 Tourism Development Authority 2 District 2, Collector District 1 = Upper Topsail; Surf City District 2 = Scotts Hill; Lower Topsail District 3 = Rocky Point; Long Creek

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assists and three aces while Jenna Harrell had two kills and three aces. Alex Gorsky tallied four kills.

The final match of the week was against East Carteret. The Lady Pats fell in three sets to a very good Lady Mariner squad.

The scores were 25-13, 25-18 and 25-13.

Veronica Lewis led Pender with three kills while Taylor Marshall had two kills and a block.

The Patriots are 3-6 overall and 1-2 in conference play.

They traveled to Lejeune Tuesday and traveled to Richlands Thursday in a match that was originally a home game.

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District 4 = Union; Penderlea; Grady; Columbia; Caswell; Canetuck 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.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AS FOLLOWS: DATE OF HEARINGS: September 18, 2017 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 Michael Nadeau, applicant, is requesting the approval of a Zoning Text Amendment to the Pender County Unified Development Ordinance: Section 5.2.3 Table of Permitted Uses to allow for the addition of ‘Others Schools and Instruction (NAICS 6116)’ as permitted use by right in the GB, General Business zoning district. A detailed description of the proposed changes 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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING RELATIVE TO APPLICATION

BY PENDER COUNTY FOR FUNDING UNDER THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974, AS AMENDED

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Notice is hereby given that the Pender County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on September 18, 2017, at 4:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the agenda will allow, at the Pender County Public Assembly Room, 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC, to solicit public input on local community development and needs in relation to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for a project in the community.

Pender County anticipates submitting a CDBG-DR application in 2017. Information on the amount of funding available, the requirements on benefit to low- and moderate-income persons, eligible activities, and plans to minimize displacement and provide displacement assistance as necessary will be available. Citizens will also be given the opportunity to provide oral and written comment on Pender County’s use of CDBG funds. All interested citizens are encouraged to attend.

For additional information or to submit written comments, contact Ms. Judy Herring, Pender County Housing Director, PO Box 1149, Burgaw, NC 28425. Comments should be postmarked by September 13, 2017.

Persons with disabilities or who otherwise need assistance should contact Melissa Long, at 910-259-1200 (TDD # 919/807-4420 or Relay North Carolina TTY# 1-800-735-2962) by Friday, September 15, 2017. Accommodations will be made for all who request assistance with participating in the public hearing.

This information is available in Spanish or any other language upon request. Please contact Judy Herring, Pender County Housing Director, at 910/259-1208, or at the Housing Authority, 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC, for accommodations for this request.

Esta información está disponible en español o en cualquier otro idioma bajo petición. Por favor, póngase en contacto con Judy Herring, Pender County Housing Director, al 910/259-1208 o en Housing Authority, 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC, de alojamiento para esta solicitud.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS AS FOLLOWS: DATE OF HEARINGS: September 20, 2017 TIME OF HEARINGS: 9:00 A.M. LOCATION OF HEARINGS: THE PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTED WILL BE HELD IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM, AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING RM. 145, 805 S. WALKER ST., BURGAW, NC 28425 TOPICS OF HEARING: Variance

Douglas Koser, applicant and owner, is requesting a variance for relief from the Pender County Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance standards as outlined in Section 5.1.A.4.

Specifically, the request is to allow the HVAC duct work to be below the regulatory flood protection elevation. The subject property contains AE and Floodway (AEFW) Special Flood Hazard Areas according to the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) 3720226500J effective February 16, 2007. The structure is in the AE portion of the property with a base flood elevation (BFE) of 16 feet. The subject property is located at 506 Tory Trail (private) in Caswell Township, NC. There is one (1) tract associated with this request totaling ± 6.51 acres and the property may be further identified by Pender County PIN: 2265-55-7283-0000.

For Additional Information: Contact Pender County Planning Dept. 805 S Walker St Burgaw NC 28425 Phone 910-259-1202

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This the 24th day of August, 2017.

Lawrence S. Boehling Public Administrator of the Estate of Lloyd Cornelious Smith Attorney at Law P.O. Box 1416 Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-3334 #7890 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2017

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 17-CVS-527 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: LOUISE JORDAN 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 0.62 acres, Parcel ID Number 2279-78-3485-0000 more fully described in the complaint.

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

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 17, 2017.

This date: August 31, 2017.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7908 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/17

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executrix of the estate of Richard W. Johnson, deceased, of Pender County, This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Richard W. Johnson, to present them to the undersigned on or before December 7, 2017 at P.O. Box 3374, Topsail Beach, NC 28445 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 31st day of August 2017.

Elizabeth G. Johnson P.O. Box 3374 Topsail Beach, NC 28445 #7909 8/31, 9/7, 9/14, 9/21/17

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION NOTICE TO CREDITORS PENDER COUNTY AND DEBTORS OF 17SP59 EDDIE JACOBS IN THE MATTER OF THE 16 E 473 FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF Having qualified as Public AdTRUST EXECUTED BY JOANNE ministrator of the Estate of Eddie C. HARE AND WILLIAM B. HARE Jacobs deceased of Pender County, AND ANJANETTE M. HARE DATED North Carolina, the undersigned does JULY 30, 2007 AND RECORDED hereby notify all persons, firms and IN BOOK 3284 AT PAGE 295 IN corporations having claims against THE PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC the estate of said decedent to exhibit REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA them to the undersigned on or before NOTICE OF SALE the 16th day of November, 2017, or Under and by virtue of the powthis notice will be pleaded in bar of STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA recovery. All persons, firms and corer and authority contained in the COUNTY OF PENDER poration indebted to the said estate above-referenced deed of trust and IN THE GENERAL COURT OF will please make immediate payment because of default in the payment JUSTICE to the undersigned. of the secured indebtedness and SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION This the 17th day of August, 2017. failure to perform the stipulation and COURT FILE #: 17-CVS-527 Lawrence S. Boehling agreements therein contained and, PENDER COUNTY Public Administrator of the pursuant to demand of the owner Plaintiff(s), Estate of Eddie Jacobs and holder of the secured debt, the v.

P.O. Box 1416 undersigned substitute trustee will RAYMOND EARL JONES, owner Burgaw, NC 28425 expose for sale at public auction to et. al.

910-259-3334 Defendant(s). the highest bidder for cash at the #7873 8/17, 8/24, 8/31, 9/7//2017 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF usual place of sale at the county PROCESS BY PUBLICATION courthouse of said county at 10:00AM TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF NOTICE TO on September 19, 2017 the following LOUISE JORDAN CREDITORS AND DEBTORS described real estate and any other Take notice that a pleading seek- improvements which may be situated STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, ing relief against you has been filed thereon, in Pender County, North PENDER COUNTY in the above-titled action.

IN THE Carolina, and being more particularly The nature of the relief sought is GENERAL COURT as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy described as follows: OF JUSTICE Being all of lots 11 and 12 of unpaid property taxes on your interSUPERIOR COURT DIVISION est in the property sometimes briefly Shadow Ridge Estates as the same Having qualified as Executor of described as 0.62 acres, Parcel ID is shown on a map recorded in Map the estate of Elizabeth Merritt Small, Number 2279-78-3485-0000 more Book 22 Page 51, of the Pender deceased, of Pender County, This is fully described in the complaint. County Registry, reference to which to notify all persons having claims Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and is hereby made for a more complete against the estate of said decedent, all claim or interest that you may have and accurate description.

Elizabeth Merritt Small, to present in the property.

And Being more commonly known You are required to make defense as: 119 Shadow Ridge Road, Hampthem to the undersigned on or before November 30, 2017 at 179 McKinley to such pleading no later than Octo- stead, NC 28443 Merritt Road, Watha, NC 28478 or ber 17, 2017.

The record owner(s) of the propThis date: August 31, 2017. erty, as reflected on the records of be barred from recovery. All persons PENDER COUNTY, the Register of Deeds, is/are Joanne indebted to said estate, please make By and through its Attorney immediate payment.

C. Hare.

Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., This the 24th day of August 2017.

The property to be offered purState Bar #: 28777 Cynthia L. Eason ProTax, A Division of suant to this notice of sale is being 179 McKinley Merritt Road Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC offered for sale, transfer and conWatha, NC 28478 PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 veyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither #7895 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2017 910-259-2615 (tel); the Trustee nor the holder of the chip@shermanandrodgers.com note secured by the deed of trust, NOTICE TO CREDITORS being foreclosed, nor the officers, #7907 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/17 AND DEBTORS directors, attorneys, employees, OF agents or authorized representative HORACE LEON GORE, JR. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA of either Trustee or the holder of the 17 E 183 COUNTY OF PENDER note make any representation or Having qualified as Public AdIN THE GENERAL COURT warranty relating to the title or any ministrator of the Estate of Horace OF JUSTICE physical, environmental, health or Leon Gore, Jr. deceased of Pender DISTRICT COURT DIVISION safety conditions existing in, on, at or County,North Carolina, the underFILE# 17CVD594 relating to the property being offered signed does hereby notify all persons, PLAINTIFF for sale. Any and all responsibilities firms and corporations having claims LAKINDA JAMES or liabilities arising out of or in any against the estate of said decedent to VS. way relating to any such condition exhibit them to the undersigned on DEFENDANT expressly are disclaimed. This sale or before the 22nd day of November, ANTONIO LOFTON is made subject to all prior liens and 2017, or this notice will be pleaded NOTICE OF SERVICE OF encumbrances, and unpaid taxes in bar of recovery. All persons, firms PROCESS BY PUBLICATION and assessments including but not and corporation indebted to the said TO: ANTONIO LOFTON estate will please make immediate Take notice that a pleading seeking limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of payment to the undersigned. relief against you has been filed in This the 24th day of August, 2017. the above entitled action. The nature five percent (5%) of the amount of Lawrence S. Boehling of relief being sought is an absolute the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars Public Administrator of the Estate of divorce. You are required to make ($750.00), whichever is greater, is Horace Leon Gore, Jr. defense to such pleading not later required and must be tendered in the P.O. Box 1416 than October 19, 2017, and upon form of certified funds at the time of Burgaw, NC 28425 your failure to do so, the party seeking the sale. This sale will be held open 910-259-3334 service against you will apply to the ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the #7891 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2017 court for the relief sought. statutory upset period, all remaining This the 31st day of August 2017. amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTICE LaKinda James OWING. Failure to remit funds in a Having qualified as Administratrix 63 John Pickett Road timely manner will result in a Decof the Estate of Marshall Allan Goff, Maple Hill, NC 28454 laration of Default and any deposit deceased, late of Pender County, #7910 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/17 will be frozen pending the outcome North Carolina, this is to notify that of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside all persons having claims against the for any reason, the Purchaser at the said estate to present such claims NOTICE OF sale shall be entitled only to a return to the undersigned on or before the PUBLIC SALE of the deposit paid. The Purchaser 25th day of November, 2017, or this Mini Storage on the Green shall have no further recourse against notice will be placed in bar of their atCedar on the Green the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the recovery. All persons indebted to the Shopping Center Substitute Trustee or the attorney of said estate will please make immedi17077 Hwy. 17-North any of the foregoing. ate payment.

(Across from Olde Point) SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEThis 24th day of August, 2017.

Hampstead, NC 28443 HOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant 910-270-3455 residing in the property, be advised Pamela Allan Goff Maloney On Saturday September 16th that an Order for Possession of the 37 White Oak Drive 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Mini Storage property may be issued in favor of Burgaw, NC 28425 on the Green will sell various items the purchaser. Also, if your lease of personal and business property, began or was renewed on or after Robert C. Kenan, Jr. pursuant to the assertion of a lien for October 1, 2007, be advised that you MOORE & KENAN back rent at the self-service storage may terminate the rental agreement Attorneys at Law facility. upon written notice to the landlord, to PROPERTY BEING SOLD P. O. Box 957 be effective on a date stated in the Contents of: Burgaw, NC 28425 notice that is at least 10 days, but Andrews 110/116 (910) 259-9800 no more than 90 days, after the sale Beveridge 615/624 #7893 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/2017 date contained in the notice of sale, Blum 316/327 provided that the mortgagor has not Boyce 114 cured the default at the time notice of Gulliksen 540 termination is provided. You may be Hansley 108 liable for rent due under the agreeJenkins 625 ment prorated to the effective date of Jordan 432 the termination.

Kyle 409/311 The date of this Notice is Obremski 604 July 25, 2017.

Pender County: Q $30.00/year Q $25.00/Senior (65+) Pinkston 232 Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Out-of-County: Q $45.00/year Q $40.00/Senior (65+) Rudner 722 Substitute Trustee Russo Return this card129 with payment:10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Name: ________________________________ Sullivan 126 Q Check Enclosed Q Credit Card Charlotte, NC 28216 Address: ______________________________Smith, JL 401/412Q Discover Q Visa Q MasterCard (704) 333-8107 430 ______________________________________Smith Card #: _____________________________http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ Turlington 304 12-024848 Phone: _______________________________ Expiration Date: ______________________ Weems 512 #7756 9/7, 9/14/2017 Verification Code _____________________ Email: ________________________________Willis 334 Wuske 317 Pender-Topsail Post & Voice • P.O. Box 955 • Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910.259.9111 #7894 9/7, 9/14/2017

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IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION PENDER COUNTY 17SP56 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY TRACY S. PARKER AND SHARON C. PARKER DATED DECEMBER 23, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 2853 AT PAGE 3 IN THE PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:00AM on September 19, 2017 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Pender County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 178, Section 9, Washington Acres, as shown on that map recorded in Map Book 22 at Page 16 in the Pender County Registry.

And Being more commonly known as: 605 Hughes Rd, Hampstead, NC 28443 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Tracy S. Parker and Sharon C. Parker.

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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing.

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

The date of this Notice is July 25, 2017.

Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 17-089827 #7758 9/7, 9/14/2017 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY THE UNDERSIGNED, David E. Anderson, having qualified on the 24th day of August, 2017, as Administrator of the Estate of Lynne W. Edwards (17-E-314), deceased, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said Estate that they must present them to the undersigned at DAVID E. ANDERSON, PLLC, 1213 Culbreth Drive, Suite 343, Wilmington, North Carolina, 28405, on or before the 11th day of December, 2017, or the claims will be forever barred thereafter, and this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said Estate will please make prompt payment to the undersigned at the above address.

This 28th day of August, 2017.

David Anderson Attorney at Law 1213 Culbreth Dr., Ste 343 Wilmington, NC 28405 #7914 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2017

17 SP 135 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by John Black and Cathy Black to K. Cole, Trustee(s), which was dated April 15, 2009 and recorded on April 20, 2009 in Book 3610 at Page 241, Pender County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 19, 2017 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: All that certain parcel of land in the City of Rocky Point, Pender County, State of North Carolina, as more fully described in Book 1289 at Page 339, being known and designated as Lot 37, Section 4, Bellhammon Plantation, recorded in Map Book 31 at Page 62.

Also included herewith is that certain 1996 Palm Harbor/Masterpiece Housing manufactured home bearing serial number MP1803560A/B, which is permanently affixed to the real property described above.

This being the same Fee Simple property conveyed by General Warranty Deed from Energy Efficient Housing, Inc., by Donna J. Wheeler, Assistant Vice President, to John Black and Cathy Black, wife, dated December 5, 1997, and recorded on December 9, 1997, in Book 1289 at Page 339, in Pender County Records, State of North Carolina.

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

Said property is commonly known as 121 Deepwoods Ridge, Rocky Point, NC 28457.

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

This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are John Black and wife, Cathy Black.

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

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

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

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 17-06843-FC01 #7905 9/7, 9/14/2017 17 SP 135 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by John Black and Cathy Black to K. Cole, Trustee(s), which was dated April 15, 2009 and recorded on April 20, 2009 in Book 3610 at Page 241, Pender County Registry, North Carolina.

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

having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 19, 2017 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: All that certain parcel of land in the City of Rocky Point, Pender County, State of North Carolina, as more fully described in Book 1289 at Page 339, being known and designated as Lot 37, Section 4, Bellhammon Plantation, recorded in Map Book 31 at Page 62.

Also included herewith is that certain 1996 Palm Harbor/Masterpiece Housing manufactured home bearing serial number MP1803560A/B, which is permanently affixed to the real property described above.

This being the same Fee Simple property conveyed by General Warranty Deed from Energy Efficient Housing, Inc., by Donna J. Wheeler, Assistant Vice President, to John Black and Cathy Black, wife, dated December 5, 1997, and recorded on December 9, 1997, in Book 1289 at Page 339, in Pender County Records, State of North Carolina.

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

Said property is commonly known as 121 Deepwoods Ridge, Rocky Point, NC 28457.

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

This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are John Black and wife, Cathy Black.

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

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

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 17-06843-FC01 #7905 9/7, 9/14/2017 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executrix of the estate of Helen Love Marshall, deceased, of Pender County, This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Helen Love Marshall, to present them to the undersigned on or before December 14, 2017 at P.O. Box 22, Currie, NC 28435 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 7th day of September 2017.

Helen Anechia Wiggins 4700 Bell-Williams Road Currie, NC 28435 #7913 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2017

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Continued from page 8A open with each other and working together,” Brown said. “I think it’s a part of better communication and just putting together what we do in practice into the game. For me, tonight, it was a case of my teammates keeping me up and being very positive.”

A seven-point run behind three aces by Hardee and two kills by Miner broke a 5-5 deadlock in the opener. A later 12-point surge with Mallory George (three kills, four aces) serving opened a 21-8 lead. The second game went from 4-4 to 9-4 behind Marinelli. A threepointer spree was followed by a four-pointer to end that contest, and two early five-point surges took the competitiveness out of game three.

“I hope it is a sign we’re getting better,” Topsail Coach Hill Pearsall said. “The difference in a lot of these games is tonight we had a lot of good service runs so that means we don’t have to work too hard to get our points. Our back line passed amazing tonight and we’re going to continue to work with them and on getting faster. It may take a while, they’re mostly sophomores, but we have to continue to work on the things we need to do to keep getting better.”

The back line led by Rena Marrotta (11 digs), Lillin Malinowski (10), and Marinelli (eight) kept 55 balls of the floor and made the good passes.

White Oak provided the perfect opponent Wednesday in as the Lady Pirates beat the Lady Vikings (1-5) 3-0 (25-17, 2515, 25-17) behind an excellent effort from Ramsey (nine kills, three service points, four digs), along with Marinelli (three kills, four aces), George (six kills, two aces, 14 digs), Hardee (14 assists), and Weathers (five aces, six digs, 14 assists).

After a slow start (down 5-0), the Lady Pirates responded with a five-point run. The defense – and the passing – basically controlled the rest as George, Weathers, junior Rena Marrota (15 digs), and Lillin Malinowski (11 digs) kept balls up and got them to Hardee and

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rales recovered a fumble by the Spartans to halt a lengthy drive. Then with 1:36 to play the potent Trask defense made what would be the play of the game.

The Union quarterback dropped back to pass. The Titan front applied pressure and the quarterback attempted to shovel a pass forward. Tiyuan Ballard stepped in front of the receiver and intercepted the pass. He sprinted 14-yards to the end zone giving the Titans the breathing room that they had coveted for most of the second half.

Union had one more opportunity but the Titan defense held serve in taking the win.

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times for 177 yards. Throw in the 16 passing yards from the senior signal-caller, and Anthony was responsible for 193 total yards. The rest of the Vikings could only manage 73 yards.

LaValle, who also had a 30-yard kickoff return in accounting for 311 total yards, and the Pirates’ stable of outstanding running backs (junior D. J. Montano missed the game with a separated shoulder) took care of the rest, helping the defense by controlling the game clock for 35:48 of the 48-minute contest.

“They (White Oak) have good athletes at the skill positions and we knew if they got to the edge and we didn’t play good assignment football they could hurt us and, on a couple of plays, they did,” Topsail Coach Wayne Inman said. “But, overall, I thought our defense played very well.

Our defensive line did a great job of controlling their blockers and our linebackers did a great job of pursuit and filling the holes.

“We felt, if we could keep people in front of us and not give up the big plays, the offense is good enough that we would control the game.”

Weathers for solid sets. Ramsey benefitted with five kills in an eight-point win.

White Oak could never get untracked in the second game and Topsail used a fivepoint run and a four-pointer to close out a 10-point victory.

Unforced errors (15) became too much a part of the third game which was tied seven times – the last at 15-15.

Three consecutive aces by Malinowski and a George kill fueled a five-point run that stymied any White Oak thoughts of a win. Ramsey and Miner (match-ender) had kills, and Weathers knocked down an ace to close out the night.

“I just feel like, in the first two games, we did a lot more covering with our blockers, and in the third game we got a little out of system,” Ramsey said. “Tonight was just a good night personally. I was hitting good and getting good sets, and our back line did really good.”

Tuesday’s game at Ashley provided more of what has doomed the Lady Pirates to their previous here conference losses- poor execution on their serve/receive and a lethal combination of too many balls into the net or out of bounds – including several on firstserve opportunities – as they fell 3-0 (18-25, 11-25, 10-25) in a conference match.

“Tonight they were a better team, they were faster than us, they served very well, and their offense, like I said, was too fast,” Pearsall said. “We didn’t do a good enough job on two things we were doing in practice, which was staying on our rotation defense, we cheated too much, and our outside blockers, we were working on them setting up in front of the hitters more.”

Makenzie (12 digs) and Makayla (four service points, one ace, six assists) Weathers played well in their varsity debuts. Marrotta had two service points, two kills, three assists, and 22 digs, and Marinelli (three) and Brown (four) combined for seven kills.

South Brunswick came to Hampstead Tuesday for a conference tilt. The Lady Pirates are at New Hanover Thursday.

B.J. Jordan led the Titans with 105 yards rushing while Anthony Tucker had 86 yards and the lone offensive touchdown. The Titans had 226 yards of offense in the contest.

Foster Williamson led the defense with 12 tackles while Tiyuan Ballard had 10 tackles and an interception for a touchdown.

Although the Titans earned the win and look forward to going into the break with a 3-1 record Coach Taylor seemed to be cautious about his team’s future.

“A win is a win but we have a lot of work to do, a lot to clean up. An effort like this won’t get it done in conference play.”

The Titans are off this week.

They will host their biggest rival in the Pender Patriots Sept.

22 in both teams inaugural Coastal 8 Conference opener.

The Pirates started from the opening whistle as a 10-play, 68-yard drive that ended with an 11-yard run - the first of LaValle’s three touchdowns – set the tone. Anthony gained the edge on the Vikings’ fourthplay from scrimmage on the ensuing possession and went 66 yards for the score that tied the game at 7-7.

Almost in ho-hum retaliation, the Pirates drove 83 in 10 plays, overcoming two holding penalties, to go ahead 14-7 (senior kicker hitting on the second of seven extra points) on a 17-yard pass hookup from quarterback Jacob “Hurricane” Floyd to his wide-open tight end Harrison Wright.

It became 21-7 on the next Pirate possession with an 11play, 54-yard drive – overcoming another holding call – with Lavalle punching it in from two-yards out, ending the firsthalf scoring.

The Vikings (0-3) had 123 yards total in the first half, 109 of them coming directly from Anthony.

White Oak took the second half kickoff and closed to 21-13 on a 46-yard run by Anthony but, again, the Pirates retaliated. This drive went 65 yards on five plays – the biggest gainer a 34-yard run by Floyd (five carries, 74 yards rushing; 4-of-5 for 54 yards passing) –

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices 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 George M. Kelly, deceased, of Pender County, This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, George M. Kelly, to present them to the undersigned on or before December 14, 2017 at 10545 Hwy. 53 W., Burgaw, NC 28425 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 7th day of September 2017.

Thomas Kelly 10545 Hwy. 53 W. Burgaw, NC 28425 #7912 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2017 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY All persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the Estate of Charles H. Bethel, deceased, are notified to present the same to the personal representative listed below on or before December 1, 2017 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All debtors of the said estate are asked to make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 28th day of August, 2017.

Personal Representative: Cynthia Oliver, Personal Representative of the Estate of Charles H. Bethel.

Mailing Address: Cynthia Oliver c/o Lisa Salines-Mondello Salines-Mondello Law Firm, PC 6781 Parker Farm Drive, Suite 210 Wilmington, North Carolina 28405 #7917 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2017 16 SP 103 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Virese F. Newkirk III and Janice Newkirk to Joyce B. Montgomery, Trustee(s), which was dated June 19, 1998 and recorded on June 25, 1998 in Book 1355 at Page 317 and rerecorded/modified/ corrected on April 8, 2015 in Book 4562, Page 299, Pender County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 19, 2017 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING at a concrete monument in the Northern right of way line of Pender County Secondary Road #1412, said monument is located at a point that is North 10 degrees 04 minutes East 30.00 feet from a spike in the centerline of said road, said spike is located along said centerline at a point that is South 79 degrees 56 minutes East 1088.74 feet from a bolt in said centerline at its intersection with the centerline of U. S. Highway 117; and running thence from said Beginning concrete monument, North 10 degrees 04 minutes East 200.00 feet to a concrete monument; thence South 79 degrees 56 minutes East 57.39 feet to a concrete monument in the Western line of a 60 foot wide road; thence with said line, South 13 degrees 03 minutes East 217.49 feet to a concrete monument in said line and in the Northern right of way line of Pender County Secondary Road #1412; thence with said right of way line North 79 degrees 56 minutes West 142.69 feet to the Beginning, containing 0.46 acre, more or less, and is as surveyed by Dosher Surveying Company, P.A., in May 1974.

The above described lands are a portion of Hubert Harrell’s “J. B. Lewis Tract.”

LESS AND EXCEPT that certain easement conveyed from Virese F. Newkirk, III and wife, Janice Newkirk to the Village of St. Helena by a Deed of Easement dated August 30, 2001 and recorded on September 19, 2001 in Book 1768 at Page 106 of the Pender County Public Registry.

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

Said property is commonly known as 211 New Road, Burgaw, NC 28425.

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

This sale is made subject to all prior

liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are All Lawful Heirs of Virese F. Newkirk, III. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 4521.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit.

The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 10-31679-FC04 #7915 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2017 17 SP 137 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Kenneth Wayne Woodward and Teena N. Woodward a/k/a Teena Nicole Woodward to Neal G. Helms, Trustee(s), which was dated July 6, 2007 and recorded on July 6, 2007 in Book 3268 at Page 084, Pender County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 26, 2017 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot No. 32 of Wildberry Farms, Section II, as shown on that certain map of the same recorded on May 22, 2000, in Map Book 33 at Page 53, of the Pender County Registry.

Also included herewith is that certain 1999 Horton manufactured home bearing serial number H86210GL/R, which is permanently affixed to the real property described above.

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

Said property is commonly known as 4141 Blueberry Road, Currie, NC 28435.

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

This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Kenneth Wayne Woodward and wife, Teena N. Woodward.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or

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

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

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 13-10677-FC04 #7911 9/14, 9/21/2017 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 General Lee James, deceased, of Pender County, This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, General Lee James, to present them to the undersigned on or before December 21, 2017 at 68 Stag Park Road, Burgaw, NC 28425 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 14th day of September 2017.

Kitinia James Harmon 68 Stag Park Road Burgaw, NC 28425 #7918 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2017

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 Linwood Robbins, Sr., deceased, of Pender County, This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Robert Linwood Robbins, Sr., to present them to the undersigned on or before December 21, 2017 at 4122 Hwy. 421, Currie, NC 28435 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 14th day of September 2017.

Patti Cross Robbins 4122 Hwy. 421 Currie, NC 28435 #7919 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2017 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 17-CVS-838 PENDER COUNTY and TOWN OF BURGAW Plaintiffs, v.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO HAZEL BELLAMY BLOUNT, owner et. al.

Defendants.

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCESSORS IN INTEREST TO HAZEL BELLAMY BLOUNT 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 0.28 acres, Parcel ID Number 3229-21-7380-0000 more fully described in the complaint.

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

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 30, 2017.

This date: September 14, 2017.

PENDER COUNTY and TOWN OF BURGAW, By and Through Their Attorney Scott G. Sherman State Bar #: 17596 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250 Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel) scott@shermanandrodgers.com #7921 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2017

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 17-CVS-801 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

RAYMOND EARL JONES, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: LOUISE JORDAN 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 acres, Parcel ID Number 2279-78-2790-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property.

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 30, 2017.

This date: September 14, 2017.

PENDER COUNTY, By and Through its Attorney Scott G. Sherman State Bar #: 17596 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250 Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel) scott@shermanandrodgers.com #7923 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2017 NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS All persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of VONNIE S. HULING, File No.: 17E-309, deceased, of Pender County, N.C., are notified to present the same to the personal representative listed below on or before December 15, 2017, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All debtors of the said estate are asked to make immediate payment.

This the 8th day of September, 2017.

Kevin McConnell, Administrator Tisdale, McConnell & Bardill, LLP 400 New Bridge St. Jacksonville, NC 28540 #7925 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5/2017 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 17-CVS-838 PENDER COUNTY and TOWN OF BURGAW Plaintiffs, v.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO HAZEL BELLAMY BLOUNT, owner et. al.

Defendants.

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO BRENDA YARBROUGH 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 0.28 acres, Parcel ID Number 3229-21-7380-0000 more fully described in the complaint.

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

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 30, 2017.

This date: September 14, 2017.

PENDER COUNTY and TOWN OF BURGAW, By and Through Their Attorney Scott G. Sherman State Bar #: 17596 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250 Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel) scott@shermanandrodgers.com #7922 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2017 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 17-CVS-801 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

RAYMOND EARL JONES, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF LOUISE JORDAN 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 acres, Parcel ID Number 2279-78-2790-0000 more fully described in the complaint.

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

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 30, 2017.

This date: September 14, 2017.

PENDER COUNTY, By and Through its Attorney Scott G. Sherman State Bar #: 17596 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250 Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel) scott@shermanandrodgers.com #7924 9/14, 9/21, 9/28/2017

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Pender County Arrests *Information in the arrest report is public record and is obtained from the Pender County Sheriff’s Department, who is responsible for the content.

An arrest does not always end in a determination of guilt in court.

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Topsail

Continued from page 13A with LaValle cashing in from three-yards out to make it 28-13.

A 13-play, 86-yard drive – temporarily stymied by another holding call and a facemask penalty – resulted in one-yard scoring plunge by junior Hayden Walsh (six carries, 24 yards) in his first game back from injury. A bad snap on a White Oak punt attempt put the Prates in business in the Viking red zone later, and senior Nick Haddock finished off the scoring with one-yard burst.

Performers

Continued from page 9A lands. She had 10 assists and one kill. Brayden Smith added seven assists, three kills and two blocks.

In the five set win over Lejuene Emily Oyler had 15 kills. Lanie Barnhill added 10 aces and 11 kills while Emily Thomas had 11 aces.

The Pender volleyball team dropped two matches last week but beat Union behind the play of Ashley Dupalevich (10 assists and three aces) and Jenna Harrell (2 kills/ 3aces). Alex Gorsky tallied four kills.

Makayla Obremski finished 12th out of 284 runners in a cross country meet last week.

The freshman is one of the best

Topsail defenders recorded 53 tackles, 28 coming from linebackers Hunter Hall (10), Jose Orellana (7), Grayson Kapiko (7), Cameron “bambam”) Barras (2), and Rance Creech (2).

Defensive ends Brock Demsey (4), Caleb Culip 4), and Evan Blanton (4) accounted for 16 more, and defensive lineman Brandon Clayton recovered a Viking fumble. White Oak had nine total first downs.

“Our defensive line did a great job of controlling the line of scrimmage and it let us (linebackers) flow to the ball and make the plays,” Hall said.

“We have a lot of new guys on defense and we’re still learning and trying to improve in practice and with every game,

but I feel really good about where we are right now, and where we’re headed.”

The Pirates get one more non-conference reprieve Friday when they play host to Dixon in the game rained out on Sept. 1. The Bulldogs (1-2) got a combined 229 yards from running back Xavier Lee (151 yard) and backup quarterback Bryce Napier (78 yards) in a 32-21 loss to South Brunswick last Friday. Dixon is hoping starting quarterback Deante Jackson – who suffered a concussion on Aug. 25 in a 48-24 loss to Southside.

In his two games, including a 34-30 win over White Oak, Jackson had 42 carries for 282 yards and six touchdowns.

in the area.

The Topsail tennis team beat North Brunswick 9-0. Caroline Harris, Kasey Pfaff, Anna Duckworth, Chely Pritt, and Grace Martorelli all won 6-0, 6-0, and No. 2 Kylee Edwards won 6-0, 6-1.

The Pender Patriot football team earned their first win of the year. senior running back Latrell ‘Flash ‘ Brown scored all 20 points for the Pats.

The Trask football team earned a win over Union. B.J. Jordan had 105 yards rushing while Anthony Tucker had 86 yards and a score. Foster Williamson had 12 tackles while Tiyuan Ballard had a pick six.

The Topsail football team is no 3-0. They beat White Oak last week. Hunter Hall led the Pirate defense with 10 tackles while Jacob Floyd had a

touchdown pass to Harrison Wright.

Super sophomore running back Noah Lavalle had 27 carries for 281 yards and also threw in a 30 yard kick return for good measure. He is this week’s top performer.

Howard

Continued from page 10A particularly climbing stands.

When someone goes up, they never expect to come down the quick way. However there have already been reports of falls, and they often end up far worse than a broken collar bone and concussion.

Bill Howard is a lifelong North Carolina resident and hunter. Share your stories with Bill at BillHowardOutdoors@ gmail.com.

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Pender County Schools earn high marks in READY Accountability report Pender County Schools continues to outpace the state in most indicators according to the READY Accountability report, approved by the State Board of Education on Thursday, Sept. 7.

According to the report, Pender County Schools exceeded the state average in the percentage of students in grades 3-8 who scored gradelevel proficient in the areas of reading, math, and science.

The district also performed higher than the state average on the ACT, ACT WorkKeys, Math I, and Biology indicators.

The district made impressive gains in ACT proficiency, which increased 4.9 percentage points to 67 percent; and reading proficiency in grade levels 3-8 increased at every grade level.

Black River Continued from page 3A format to allow the public to stop in at any time to provide comments and ask questions about the proposed park. Members of the design team, park rangers and staff from the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation will be on hand to answer questions.

The public meeting schedule is as follows:

MST Continued from page 3A portunity for families, spouses, and friends to be a part of this historic event.

Fourteen of the district’s 16 schools met or exceeded growth expectations in 201617. The growth measure is used in factoring School Performance Grades, which are calculated based 20 percent on student growth and 80 percent on student achievement.

Pender Early College received an “A” School Performance Grade, six schools received a “B,” eight schools received a “C,” and only one school received a “D” while

meeting the growth expectations set by the state. Burgaw Middle and Cape Fear Middle both earned higher school performance grades, removing the schools from lowperforming status.

The district’s five-year high school graduation rate increased to 91.1 percent. The district’s four-year graduation rate dipped one percentage point to 89.3 percent, outpacing the state average of 86.5 percent.

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path will be safe.

Tom Campbell is former assistant North Carolina State Treasurer and is creator/host of NC SPIN, a weekly statewide television discussion of NC issues. NC Spin airs Saturday at 8 a.m. on WILM-TV in Wilmington.

Continued from page 8A that same opening of federal pocketbooks.

We will know soon what damage Irma and Jose might bring and we pray all in their •Bladen County – Thursday, Sept. 14, 4-7 p.m. at the Public Library at 111 North Cypress St. in Elizabethtown.

•Pender County – Monday, Sept. 18, 4-7 p.m. at the Cooperative Extension Office at 801 South Walker St. in Burgaw.

•Sampson County – Tuesday, Sept. 19, 4-7 p.m. at Union Elementary School at 10400 Taylors Bridge Highway in Clinton.

About North Carolina State Parks North Carolina State Parks

manages more than 231,000 acres of iconic landscape within North Carolina’s state parks, state recreation areas and state natural areas. It administers the N.C Parks and Recreation Trust Fund, including its local grants program, as well as a state trails program, North Carolina Natural and Scenic Rivers and more, all with a mission dedicated to conservation, recreation and education. The state parks system welcomes more than 18 million visitors annually.

Barker estimated more than 2,000 people hiked the trail on Saturday. In Segment 14B, every leg was hiked by one or more. A group paddled a portion of the trail in the Northeast Cape Fear River, shortening a leg in the Holly

Shelter Game Land.

The success of this event was measured by participation and the feedback received from hikers. Our goal in Pender County is to improve the trail and the trail blazes or markers along the route.

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DATE, TIME, LOCATION DATE, TIME, LOCATION Wednesday, October 7, 2015 11:00 amOctober – 5:00 pm Wednesday, 7, 2015 Historic Burgaw 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Train Depot 115 Burgaw South Dickerson Street Historic Train Depot 115 South Dickerson Street

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MAILING ADDRESS & CONTACT INFORMATION MAILING ADDRESS & CONTACT INFORMATION Burgaw Chamber of Commerce Person: Emily Baker Burgaw AreaArea Chamber of Commerce Contact Contact Person: Emily Baker PO Box Phone: 910-259-9817 PO Box 10961096 Phone: 910-259-9817 Burgaw, NC 28425 Email: info@burgawchamber.com Burgaw, NC 28425 Email: info@burgawchamber.com

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Like most home repairs, your prostate exam should be left to the pros.

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Call 910.259.9111 for more information.

Prostate cancer is a serious disease that, because of its location inside the pelvis, men are unable to spot with self-exams. Luckily, it’s 100% treatable when detected early. If you’re a male age 50 or over, or further at risk (African American 40 or over, men with a family history of prostate cancer) we encourage you to get a screening with your doctor. If you’re in need of a primary care physician, our Internal Medicine & Primary Care and Onslow Primary Care providers are now accepting new patients.

Visit Onslow.org/ProstateHealth to learn more.

Internal Medicine & Primary Care – 31 Office Park Drive • 910-346-5016 • jaxinternalmed.org Onslow Primary Care – 31 Office Park Drive • 910-219-1713 • onslowprimarycare.org Onslow Memorial Hospital – 317 Western Blvd • 910-577-2345 • onslow.org

Carli Williams, MD is welcoming new patients at Pender Primary Care— NHRMC Physician Group

Tom Newbill, DO, is welcoming new patients at Pender Primary Care

Carli Williams, MD, a physician with Pender Primary Care— NHRMC Physician Group, is welcoming new patients at their Rocky Point location. As a patient of NHRMC Physician Group, you will enjoy seamless connectivity to more than 200 specialists, Pender Memorial Hospital, and New Hanover Regional Medical Center through one secure, shared electronic medical record. You can also use NHRMC MyChart to request appointments, email your doctor, view test results and more.

Dr. Tom Newbill, is a Family Medicine physician now seeing patients of all ages at NHRMC Physician Group - Pender Primary Care in Rocky Point. As a patient of NHRMC Physician Group, you will enjoy seamless connectivity to more than 200 specialists, New Hanover Regional Medical Center and Pender Memorial Hospital through one secure, shared medical record. You can also use NHRMC MyChart to request an appointment, email your doctor, view test results and more.

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English farrier holds clinic in Burgaw

By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Staff Writer

A special farrier clinic was held last week at CrossRoads Farm in Burgaw. It was led by Grant Moon, a six-time world champion farrier from England. Moon has given clinics all over the world for 20 years, and is one of the most renowned in his field. He is known for stressing the importance of promoting good farrier practice while respecting local traditions and the environment. The daylong continuing education clinic was held privately at the farm.

CrossRoads Farm is family owned and operated. Ritner Goff and his son own a business known as Ritner and R.J. Goff Pro Horseshoeing Services and Blacksmith Shop. Ritner’s wife, Dr. Susan Hermanson, is a professor who teaches accounting at UNCW. The 70-acre horse farm is home to Hermanson’s 13 horses. The farm consists of a sand arena, grass jumping field, two round pens, natural turnout, perimeter trail and 25 acres of additional trails.

“Grant just got here from Paris yesterday, and he’s spending the day with us,” began Ritner Goff. “It’s a very small group, and we are keeping it private and educational. These boys are taking their skills to a higher level. It will improve their skills and improve the horse.

We take horseshoes, either made them from scratch or factory shoes (which are keg shoes), and we modify them. I’ve known Grant for years from clinics in the past. He comes to the US all the time.”

Moon coaches and teaches farriers that are already professionals in the trade.

“It’s not so much teaching people to do everything as it is fine tuning the little bits,” began Moon. “I spend quite a bit of time coaching farriers. I do seminars that focus on both the basic skills and the more advanced skills, depending on what the guys are doing. It’s a real nice craft. We get to work the hands and we get to work the horses. That makes it even more special. It’s a thing you can progress at forever. I’ve always had an ambition to be a master, and the longer I go on the more I find it’s unachievable. Every year I know less. For me, that’s what makes it interesting - the handwork and the science, the biomechanics.”

R.J. Goff (left) works the steel under the instruction of Grant Moon during a farrier clinic When Moon isn’t coaching farriers or traveling to competitions, he at CrossRoards Farm in Burgaw. can be found working with lame horses. He also explained the importance of biomechanics as it pertains to horseshoes and hoof care.

“I think the rules have changed, and now we are looking at performance. With human athletes we are always trying to maximize performance and minimize injuries. We are trying to do the same thing with the equines, and we like to be proactive instead of reactive,” said Moon.

Goff said that when his wife has a break from teaching, she loves riding her horses and training them. Her husband keeps the shoes on them for her to keep her happy. The couple has lived at CrossRoads for not quite 10 years, since they bought the property from the Laniers.

CrossRoads Farm is located at 1157 Malpass Corner Rd. in Burgaw. Ritner and R.J. Goff pride themselves in providing quality service to large and small horse operations. With a three to four person crew, and with two AFA certified farriers and one or two apprentices working toward their certifications, the team works to service barns with speed, skill and quality. They remain active in continuing education and seek to stay on top of the latest innovations in foot care. To schedule an appointment or contact Goff, please contact Ritner Goff, APF, CF at (910) 470-1664 or email him at horseshoernc@ yahoo.com.

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The Cross

By Rev. Ken Smith Atkinson Baptist Church Special to the Post & Voice Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.

Luke 23:43

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In 2004, I sat in a dark movie theatre and watched the movie, The Passion of the Christ. This powerful film depicted the final 12 hours of Jesus Christ in Jerusalem during His crucifixion.

It was a visual reminder of the whipping, beating and the agony of screams from an event that happened two thousand years ago. As I watched this movie tears began to fill my eyes, like many who were seated around me because of the gruesome nature of Jesus’ death.

Although, I had read from Scripture about this event, seeing a recreation touched a part of me that words couldn’t explain. It was a reminder to me as a Christian of the nature of the cross.

Two criminals died on Roman crosses along with Jesus over two thousand years ago.

During the execution, one of these felons turned to Christ and mocked him. “Aren’t you the Messiah?” he sneered.

“Save yourself and us!”

However, the other criminal replied, “Don’t you fear God, since you are under the same sentence? We are pun-

ished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserved. But this man has done nothing wrong.” Then he turned to Jesus and said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom” (Luke 23:39-42).

This man, in faith, asked for one simple favor. What he had seen that day convinced him that Christ was the promised Messiah and would come into His Kingdom in heaven.

In effect, in just a few words this man summarized a rich theology: “I know you’re going to be in your kingdom, and I hope you’ll remember me.”

Christ answered the man’s short plea with the remarkable words, “Today you will be with me in paradise.”

What happened when Jesus died? How did His death and resurrection make salvation possible? The answer is that by the voluntary sacrifice of His life, Christ willingly accepted the punishment for our sins, so that through our faith in Him we could be permanently reconciled with God. Dr. Michael Youssef, Senior pastor of The Church of The Apostles, said, Only in the Cross of Christ will we receive power when we are powerless.

We will find strength when we are weak. We will experience hope when our situation is hopeless. Only in the Cross is there peace for our troubled

4 C’sFood pantry in Hampstead The Christian Community Caring Center distributed food locally to those in need.

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

The 4C’s Food Pantry is open Monday, Wednesday, and

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.

Macedonia AME Church Burgaw will host a Rainbow Tea Event Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. Dr. Willie Mae Tuggle, pastor of Harvest Time Ministry in Wallace will be the speaker. Join the Rev. Dr. Dr. Geraldine Dereef and the church family for this exciting spiritual evening, sponsored by the Trustee Department.

hearts.

The resurrection was the single most important moment in the history of the world. Although, He had never committed even one single sin, Christ accepted our punishment in order to save us and give eternal life.

We do not find the most profound significance of Christ in his great teaching or in His perfect example. We discover it instead in His role as our Savior and Messiah. Jesus died on the cross of Calvary to save us and rose from the dead to defeat, destroy and conquer the enemy of death.

This fact about the Son of God is the essence of Christianity. All of history turns on this unique event that happened so many years ago.

This week, I encourage you to remember the words of John Stott, former president of the London Institute for Contemporary Christianity, The Christian community is a community of the cross, for it has been brought into being by the cross, and the focus of its worship is the Lamb once slain, now glorified.

Herring’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 1697 Herrings Chapel Road, Burgaw, will celebrate Homecoming Sunday, Sept. 17. Pastor William Hill Pearsall, Sr. will be bringing the morning message.

Church service will begin at 11 a.m.

Following church services a picnic lunch will be served on the church grounds.

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Church Directory Barlow Vista Baptist Church

New Beginning Church

“The Church on the Hill” (910) 329-3761 22340 US Hwy 17 N Hampstead, NC 28443

corner of Fremont & Wright Street (Courthouse Square) Burgaw, N.C. • 910-619-8063

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

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.

All are welcome! Pastor Bill Howell

Friendly Community Baptist Church

1730 US Hwy. 117 N. • Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-3046

Centerville Baptist Church

Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m., 6 p.m. www.fcbcb.org

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

St. M ary’s Church

Currie Community Baptist Church

An Episcopal - Lutheran Community 506 S. McNeil Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 910.259.5541

28396 Hwy. 210 W. • Currie (1/2 mile from Moores Creek Battlefield)

Sunday Worship Service with Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. www.stmaryschurchburgawnc.org

Burgaw Presbyterian Church

200 E. Fremont St. • Burgaw, NC 28425

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday: 7 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.

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

Riley’s Creek Baptist Church Choir Practice & Bible Study, Tues., 7:30-9 p.m. Youth Group Every Other Wed. 6-7:30 p.m.

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

Rocky Point United Methodist Church

located at the intersection of Hyw. 117 & 210

Pastor Mark Murphy

Services: Sunday at 10 a.m.

Bible Study: Tuesday at 6 p.m. www.RPUMC.org

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

Calvary Chapel Community Church

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

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

607 S. Walker Street • Burgaw, NC 28425

Faith Harbor United Methodist Church

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

Burgaw United Methodist Church

110 E. Bridgers Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910-259-2295 Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

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

4670 Stag Park Rd. • Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910-259-5735 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

The Church at Wilmington

Bible Based Community Fellowship NEW Pender County Location 16660 Hwy 17 N. • Hampstead, NC 28443 (American Legion Building) 910-526-7890 Pastor: Monte Suggs Services Sunday at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

Burgaw Baptist Church

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.

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Fall produce recipes

Hope’s Cooking Corner

By Hope Cusick Contributing Writer Fall fruits and vegetables are in the markets now and here are some tasty recipes to use those harvested items.

Enjoy!

Okra with chickpeas and tomatoes 1 pound fresh okra, stems trimmed, cut into ½-inch pieces Salt and fresh ground black pepper. To taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large sweet onion, chopped, about 1 ½ cups 3 garlic cloves, chopped then smashed 5 medium red ripe tomatoes, cored and chopped, about 4 cups 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 15.5 ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (optional) ¼ fresh parsley or sweet basil,

chopped In a large skillet heat oil over medium low heat. Add onion and sauté, stirring often until tender, about six minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, about pme minute.

Add tomatoes and lemon juice, cook about five minutes stirring once or twice.

Add okra, salt and pepper to taste. Lower heat to low and cover skillet. Cook for another 10 minutes until tender.

Add chickpeas, and stir to combine. Cover and cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through. Stir in parsley or basil and serve hot.

Pork chops with cider and apples Serves 4 4 bone in pork loin chops, ½-inch thick, about 2 pounds 3 tablespoons butter Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste ½ medium onion, sliced 1 medium apple like Granny Smith, peeled, cored and sliced into ½ inch slices 1 cup apple cider or apple juice ½ cup chicken broth In a large skillet add one tablespoon butter. Sprinkle both sides of pork chops with salt and pepper. Add pork chops to skillet; cook uncovered over medium high heat

about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from skillet; cover and keep warm.

Lower heat to medium; add two tablespoons butter, onions, and apple slices. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly until lightly browned.

Add apple cider and chicken broth; simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes or until liquid is reduced. Add pork chops back to skillet; heat 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Quick zucchini pie 4 slices smoked bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled 1 medium zucchini, chopped, about 1 cup 1 large red tomato, chopped, about 1 cup 1 medium onion, chopped 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1/3 cup Par mesan cheese, grated 2/3 cup Bisquick mix ¾ cup milk 3 eggs Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste Preheat oven to 400 deg rees. Lightly ve getable spray the bottom and side of a 9-inch pie plate.

In a skillet crisply cook bacon, set aside and crumble.

Saute onion in skillet drippings.

Spread bacon and sautéd onion, zucchini, tomato, ched-

dar cheese, and Par mesan cheese evenly in pie plate.

Whisk together in a bowl Bisquick, milk, eggs, salt and pepper until well blended.

Pour evenly over pie plate ingredients.

Place a rimmed baking pan in oven and place pie plate on it to prevent any drippings.

Bake about 35-40 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool for about 15 minutes before slicing.

Spaghetti squash Serves 4.

1 2-3 pound spaghetti squash 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Lightly vegetable spray a baking sheet. Place the squash on a plate in the microwave for 2-4 minutes for easier slicing.

Cut squash in half lengthwise from stem to tail and scrape out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Place squash, cut side down, onto baking sheet. Place in oven and roast until tender, about 35 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest until cool enough to handle.

With a fork scrape the flesh to create long stands and place in a bowl. Serve with butter, salt and pepper, or with tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese.

Thursday, September 14 •The Kiwanis Club of Hampstead meets every Thursday at 7:30 a.m. at the Sawmill Grill on Hwy. 17 in Hampstead.

•Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from noon-1 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information.

•Pender County Museum is open to the public for free (donations are welcome) every Thursday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com.

•Women in Networking meeting every Thursday from 9:3010:30 a.m. at Olde Point Country Club.

•The Burgaw Rotary Club meets at 7 a.m. every Thursday at Heritage Place in Burgaw.

Friday, September 15 •Pender County Museum open 1-4 p.m.

•The Marine Corps League, Detachment 1321 meets for breakfast at the Sawmill Grill in Hampstead at 8 a.m. each Friday.

Tuesday, September 19 •AlAnon meets at Hampstead United Methodist Church every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Room 9. The meeting is for family and friends of alcoholics. Everyone is welcome •The The Marine Corps League, Detachment 1321 meets at the Topsail Senior Center, 20959 U.S. Hwy. 17 in Hampstead the second Tuesday each month at 7 p.m. The Detachment is always looking for new member to help in its continuing mission.

•The Burgaw Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month at Burgaw Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. Members do not have to live in Burgaw to be a member of this service organization. For more information, call Alan King at 910-789-1074.

Wednesday, September 20 •Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Dr. Call 328.4887 for more information •The Coastal Pender Rotary Club meets each Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at the Belvedere Country Club, 2368 Country Club Drive in Hampstead.

Thursday, September 21 •The Kiwanis Club of Hampstead will meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Sawmill Grill on Hwy. 17 in Hampstead.

•Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from noon-1 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information.

•Pender County Museum is open to the public for free (donations are welcome) every Thursday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com.

•Women in Networking meeting every Thursday from 9:3010:30 a.m. at Olde Point Country Club.

•The Hampstead Lions Club meets on the third Thursday of the month at Topsail Presbyterian Church at noon. Be sure to bring your lunch.

Friday Sept. 2 •Pender County Museum open 1-4 p.m.

•The Marine Corps League, Detachment 1321 meets for breakfast at the Sawmill Grill in Hampstead at 8 a.m. each Friday.

Tuesday Sept.26 •The Knights of Columbus, Council 12281 meets the second and fourth Tuesday each month at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Building, 16660 U.S. Hwy. 17 in Hampstead.

Wednesday Sept. 20 •Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Dr. Call 328.4887 for more information •The Coastal Pender Rotary Club meets each Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at the Belvedere Country Club, 2368 Country Club Drive in Hampstead.

Community News & Events Lions fund raiser The Hampstead Lions Club is selling the Attractions local dining and value guide as a fund raiser for the club.

The book features many discounts and deals on local dining and services. To purchase a guide for $25, contact Val at 910.231.6003 or Elaine at 201.704.5604For more information call Val at 910-231-6003 or Elaine at 201-704-5604.

DAR meeting Sept. 21 The Battle of Moores Creek Bridge Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will hold a regular chapter meeting Sept. 21 at the Burgaw Public Library at 6:30 p.m. You do not need to be a member to attend.

Email: mhfwill@yahoo.com if you wish to attend.

Knights of Columbus Council sponsor Youth Soccer Challenge All boys and girls ages 9-14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the 2017 Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge. The local competition will be held Sept.

23, at the DDT field at Kiwanis Park in Hampstead.

The Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge is sponsored annually, with winners progressing through local, district, and state competitions.

International Champions are announced by the K of C International headquarters in New Haven, Conn., based on scores from the state-level competitions.

All boys and girls 9-14 years old are eligible to participate and will compete in their respective age divisions. All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation in the event.

Participants are required to furnish proof of age and writ-

ten parental consent. For entry forms contact Harry “Hap” Hanson III Council 12281. Rich Andrascik, 724-272-3354 or by email at flemf@mac.com.

For more information about the Brigade Boys and Girls Club, visit to www.brigadebgc. org.

Bells Across America at Moores Creek Sept.17 Members of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will gather at Moores Creek National Battlefield, Currie Sept. 17 at 3 p.m. in the small auditorium at the Welcome Center. At 4 p.m. the Bells Across America ringing will follow the program.

It is believed the actual signing of the United States Constitution took place at 4 p.m. Sept.

17 1787 at Independence Hall in Philadelphia. Bring a bell, if you wish to be a part of the bell ringing.

The National Park will close immediately following the bell ringing, however, to enjoy your trip please plan to arrive early to take the walking tour, view the replica bridge and experience colonial life. This event is co-shared with Battle of Rockfish Chapter Wallace.

Vendors wanted Vendors are wanted for the Flea and Craft Market at American Legion Post 167 Hampstead Oct. 7 from 8 a.m. until noon. Indoor setup is $15 for one table. Set up is at 7 a.m.

Call or text Brad at 585-305-7490 or eamil at brad@ncalpost167. org or bmfdlf@gmail.com.

2017 Celebrating the Dream Socioeconomic Leadership Conference Weekend The Countywide Community Development Corporation (CWCDC) Community Sub-

Dawn Ellis is the local coordinator for Share the Table, a faith based community food ministry supported by nine churches within Pender and Onslow counties. The Topsail Island Area Kiwanis club is also pleased to support the initiative. Ellis recently received over 400 backpacks to go to Topsail and Dixon schools. These backpacks will soon be filled with food and snacks each week, and given to students to take home each weekend. Topsail Kiwanis is an annual contributor, in keeping with its mission, to serve the children of the world. Since its inception in October 2011, Share The Table has seen a dramatic increase in the tive Visionary Leaders Sepnumber of people served, noting an 80 percent increase in tember 29-30 at the Wilmington the number of people to whom food has been distributed Convention Center. within the last 12 months.

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Committees on the LBJ Presidential Leadership Awards, Socioeconomic Development, Village for Scholars (Youth Development), and Humanities, and Arts, representing five southeastern counties – Pender, Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, and New Hanover

Hampstead Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Oct. 7 Highway 55 next to Lowes Foods 8-10 a.m., $5 a person All you can eat pancakes, bacon, coffee, milk, orange juice.

For advance tickets call: Val at 910-231-6003 or Elaine at 201-704-5604 Tickets will also be sold at the door.

review attached conference weekend invitation, or contact persons below and view www. celebratingthedream.org: Free movie night Friendly Community Baptist Church presents free Family-friendly Movie Night under

counties announce the 2017 Celebrating the Dream Socioeconomic Leadership Conference, Engaging Communities to Strengthen Sustainable Socioeconomics that Develop Prosperity Together and Honoring the Legacies of Innova-

the stars on the Pender County Courthouse Lawn The BiG, Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m.

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Snacks will be available for purchase Please no pets or alcohol beverages. Donations of canned goods appreciated which will benefits Pender County Christian Services.

Veterans golf tourney Sept. 16 Chapter 885 of the Viet- benefit the Veteran’s Outreach com or 910-398-8635, or Curt nam Veterans of America in Program. Despite the name Farrison at 203-515-0034. If Wilmington is having a golf Vietnam Veterans, the chapter you would like to be a sponsor tournament Sept.16 at Olde is an advocate for all veterans of the tournament please use For Immediate Point Golf and Country Club, regardless of whenRelease he or she the same contact information.

POST 16660 Highway 17 N.VVA HAMPSTEAD, NC.to see you in Hampstead. THE AMERICAN LEGION served in 167, the military .

885 hopes Contact: bradf@ncalpost167.org The purpose of the tour- Brad Fisher-585-305-7490, To register contact Mike September for golf and a lot nament is to raise funds to O’Day at mod199th@yahoo. of fun.

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American Legion Post 167 Hampstead Subject: CASINO MONTE CARLO NIGHT

Monte Carlo Casino Night

Please join us. On behalf of our members of American Legion, our first annual “Monte Carlo Casino Night” to be held on September 23rd, 2017.

This is your chance to join with the American Legion Veteran’s and their families to help repay the debt we owe, please support this fundraising event: Event Sponsored by the following:

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