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ABC store sales up in Pender

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Surf City Mayor Pro Tem Doug Medlin fired the shot that sent thousands in to the 54-degree Atlantic Ocean at the 15th Annual Dolphin Dip New Year’s Day. You never know what might wash up on the beach (right) at the Dip. See more photos on page 4B and on Facebook.

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in helping the State of North Carolina respond to Hurricane Matthew, on the worst natural disasters in our state history. You tireless compassion has brought relief to our citizens and put them on the path to recovery.

“I saw firsthand as I traveled the state how the strong waters tragically forced people from their homes and businesses. But those waters also brought out the best of North Carolina. Rising waters can crumble our roads and flood

our communities, but they cannot was away our resilience or the spirit to rebuild.”

Pender County Manager Randall Woodruff praised the men for their work during the storm.

“We were very fortunate to have their guidance and leadership. It was apparent through the event and afterward that these four were looking out for Pender County,” Woodruff said. “They are very experienced, having gone through numerous

have taken an upward turn.

“Single family housing permits are up and have continued to increase over the past three years. There is a lot of residential and commercial building going on in Hampstead,” Breuer says. “We have the Headwaters project that garnered some public comment – it is going before

the Planning Board this week for new grocery, retail, and some outparcels associated with that. “ There is activity continuing in Pender Commerce Park “The county has been in talks with a potential tenant in the park and they have fin-

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After several years of sluggish growth due to the economic recession, building growth has returned to Pender County. County Planning Director Kyle Breuer says single family housing starts, which were flat for several years,

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to where we needed to be and making sure we were protecting the people of Pender County.”

Pender County ABC stores are on track for a record sales year, according to Don Hall, county ABC Board Chairman.

Hall brought a report on the July through September 2016 period to the Pender County Commissioners at their meeting Tuesday afternoon.

Although it wasn’t part of the report, Hall said New Year’s Eve was busy at county ABC stores.

“This year compared to last was up about $57,000 over a year ago,” Hall said. “That is a good increase. Population growth is the only reason we can figure.”

Hall said every ABC store in the county is reporting increased sales for the year.

“Especially Burgaw. We have attributed that increase to Wal Mart,” Hall said. “ Wa l M a r t b r i n g s a lot of people to Burgaw,” Commissioner Fred McCoy added.

Profit distribution The Pender County ABC Board has re por ted distribution of profits from the county ABC stores for the period July through September 2016.

The following amounts were paid to the county and municipalities on Nov. 17, 2016: •Pender County General Fund: $108,349.87 •County mosquito control: $7,182.39 •Pender County Sheriff ’s Office: $7182.39 •Alcohol rehab and

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Arrest report

James Junior Batts, 33, 1010 Davis Street 3, Jacksonville.

Assault on a female. Arrest

by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $5,000 secured bond.

Michael E. Blair, Sr., 31, 277 Carr Avenue, Rocky Point.

Child support. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released.

Laura Marie Carraway, 41, 2078 Edgewood Avenue, Burlington. Resisting an officer, driving while impaired.

Arrest by Surf City Police Department. Released under $2,500 secured bond.

Rodger Lee Crooms, 32, 512 E. Cliff Street, Wallace. Driving while license revoked, reckless driving to endanger.

Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $800 secured bond.

Julian Dalton Davis, 16, 208 Inlet Drive, Hampstead.

Simple assault. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $500 secured bond.

Brian Richard Fink, Jr., 22, 875 John Henry Store Road, Atkinson. Probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $10,000 secured bond.

Joseph Thomas Freeman, 32, 2128 Rebecca Kennedy Road, Rocky Point. Trespassing. Arrest by Burgaw Police Department. Released under $310 secured bond.

Bobby Jason Harvell, 38, 1598 Deep Bottom Road, Wallace. Child support. Arrest

by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated.

Jacinto Hernandez-Rios, 46, 705 Sassafras Lane, Rocky Point. Driving while license revoked. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $2,000 secured bond.

Ryan Hunter, 33, 135 Titus Lane, Wallace. Resisting a public officer. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,000 secured bond.

Michael Cabe Langley, 45, 263 East Washington Street,

Coats. Obtaining property under false pretense. Arrest

by Surf City Police Department. Released under $30,000 secured bond.

Jeremiah Wayne Lewis, 24, 103 Rouse Drive, Willard.

Failure to report change of address for sex offender, probation violation, contributing to delinquency of a juvenile. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $115,000 secured bond.

Carrie Elizabeth Love, 32, 115 Stone Gate, Jacksonville.

Speeding, driving while license revoked. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond.

Marissa Demille Markley, 20, 623 Creek Drive, Hampstead. Probation violation.

Arrest by Probation Officer.

Released under $5,000 secured bond.

M i s t y D aw n M c B r i d e, 42, 242 Money Tree Lane, Knightsdale. Child support.

Ar rest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated.

Coery Tyrone Moore, 34, 97 New Road, Burgaw. Possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver cocaine, manufacturing cocaine, possession of cocaine, manufacturing marijuana, maintaining a place for controlled substance, possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver marijuana, possession of marijuana paraphernalia, possession of drug paraphernalia, conspiring to sell cocaine, conspiring to deliver cocaine, probation violation.

Ar rest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $277,000 secured bond.

William Thomas Mowery, 22, 25 Lilac Lane, Hampstead.

Breaking and entering, larceny, breaking and entering a motor vehicle, possession of stolen goods, injury to personal property, driving while impaired, driving to endanger, hit and run, failure to report accident. Arrest

by Pender County Sheriff ’s

Pender EMS & Fire Report

Dec. 25-31

EMS Report Total number of Patient Contacts: 212 Calls per Station Burgaw Station 1 48 Sloop Point Station 14 30 Hampstead Station 16 20 Surf City Station 23 28 0 Topsail Beach Station 4 Union Station 5 24 Rocky Point Station 7 35 Maple Hill Station 8 3 Atkinson Station 9 21 Scott Hill Station 18 0 421 South Station 29 3 Type of Calls Cancelled: 34 Refusals: 67 Stand by: 7 Transported: 96 Treated/released: 8 Fire Department Reports Total Calls: 58 Calls per Station Rescue Station 1 Burgaw 10 Fire Station 14 Sloop Point 16 Fire Station 16 Hampstead 1 Fire Station 18 Scotts Hill 10 Fire Station 21 Long Creek 8 Fire Station 29 421 South 13 Fire Call Type Summary Fire 7 Motor Vehicle Crash 11 Search and Rescue 0 EMS First Response 32 Cancelled 8 Ocean Rescue 0

Office. Incarcerated under $55,000 secured bond.

Iasia Shanea Murphy, 26, 121 Woodcroft Lane, Rocky Point. Driving while license revoked. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond.

Donovan Lee Murray, 22, 25880 Highway 210, Currie.

Expired registration, operating a vehicle with no financial responsibility, driving an unregistered or untitled vehicle, driving while license revoked, driving without two headlamps, fictitious or altered title or registration. Arrest

by Burgaw Police Department. Released under $5,000 secured bond.

Naomi Ruth Noy, 40, 47 County Road, Royse City, TX. Assault on a child under 12. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $5,000 secured bond.

Jasmine Kierra Oliver, 22, 125 Yellow Cut Road, Rose Hill. Surrender of surety driving while license revoked.

Ar rest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,000 secured bond.

Justyn Dakota Parker, 19, 2030 South Drive, Jacksonville. Breaking and entering, larceny, possession of stolen goods, conspiring to break and enter, conspiring to commit larceny, safecracking. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $45,000 secured bond.

Christopher Michael Potter, 27, 1225 Old Folkstone Road, Sneads Ferry. Driving while license revoked, operating a vehicle with no insurance, fictitious, cancelled or revoked registration card or license plate. Arrest by Surf City Police Department. Released under $2,000 secured bond.

Brandi Michelle Sanders, 34, 4858 Burns Road, Granite Falls. Larceny, possession of stolen goods. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond.

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license revoked. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond.

Antonio Obrian Sharpless, 39, 144 Rockfish Lake Road, Maple Hill. Child support, driving while license revoked.

Ar rest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,000 secured bond.

Joseph William Shelby II, 41, 196 Kimwood Lane, Rocky Point. Probation violation, driving while license revoked, driving left of center, driving an unregistered vehicle, child supprt. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,700 secured bond.

William Everett Sholar, 37, 3267 Mt. Misery Road NE, Leland. Driving while license revoked, fictitious or altered registration, hit and run. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $2,600 secured bond.

Quinton Tyrell Smith, 27, 700 South Walker Street, Burgaw. Probation violation.

Ar rest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $5,000 secured bond.

Robert O’Neil Smith, 36, 501 W. Whipping Lake, Willard. Probation violation.

Ar rest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond.

Tiffany Michelle Walker, 28, 138 Pond View Circle, Hampstead. Probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $10,000 secured bond.

Louis Charles Webb, Jr., 59, 170-B Lea Crest Lane, Hampstead. Possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver

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Continued from page 1A ished the Empire Distributing building there. We also had a 100,000 square-foot addition approved to the Filmwerks facility in Rocky Point off Carver Road and that is a big project. And of course we have all the school school construction going on.”

•Town of Watha: $2,668.09 •Village of St. Helena: 5,461.93 The distribution of funds between the municipalities is based on 2010 population numbers and was set in 2012.

Pender County receives 65 percent of the profit, while the municipalities receive 35 percent, with the distribution of the 35 percent based on population.

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a controlled substance, selling a controlled substance, maintaining a place for a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while impaired, possession of heroin, selling heroin, delivering heroin. Arrest

by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $351,000 secured bond.

Patrick Stephen Wendorf, 34, 1351 Washington Acres Road, Hampstead. Driving while impaired, failure to reduce speed, driving while license revoked, hit and run, possession of open container of alcohol in passenger area, reckless driving to endanger.

Arrest by NC Highway Patrol.

Incarcerated under $2,500 secured bond.

Anthony Whitley, 35, 4714

NC Highway 50 S., Chinquapin. Resisting a public officer.

Ar rest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $3,000 secured bond.

Alexander Joseph Whittington, 21, 251 Marie Street, Jacksonville. Driving while license revoked, driving without two headlamps, possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver marijuana, possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana paraphernalia.

Arrest by Burgaw Police Department. Incarcerated under $10,000 secured bond.

Carl Bryan Witherspoon, 23, 505 Brighton Road, Rocky Point. Probation revocation.

Arrest by Probation Officer.

Incarcerated, no bond.

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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going to give people a chance to join the Chamber for a special price if they are not already a Chamber member. The hospital will provide the food in their brand-new remodeled cafeteria and eating area. It’s very nice.”

Glaser will show the newly renovated and inviting dining area, which overlooks a lovely garden and outdoor dining area. The outdoor space also includes an ability garden area, which will be in use this spring.

The idea behind the ability garden is to use horticulture as a therapeutic intervention to improve the patients’ well-being. By fostering a connection with nature, it can enhance learning skills and encourage emotional and behavioral growth. Teamwork, knowledge and skills are put into action by tailoring the experience to the needs of those individuals who may have limited opportunities to get outdoors and connect with nature due to disability.

A raised patio area featuring handicapped accessible tables overlooks the playground area. The patio setting is designed to help

make multi-generational visits a pleasant experience. This will hopefully encourage more visits for longer-term patients, boosting their recovery.

Children can enjoy the playground as their parents visit with relatives, while still remaining in plain view.

Rehab residents can get some fresh air and enjoy the rocking chairs and tables on the patio adjacent to the rehab area. The final trees are currently going in, and the ability garden area will soon be ready to use as well.

The Burgaw Area Chamber of Commerce is a membershipbased, non-profit organization that works to help the local business community prosper.

Through their partnership, members and volunteers work together to improve the economy and enhance the overall quality of our community.

The Chamber office is located inside the Historic Train Depot at 115 South Dickerson Street in Burgaw. To RSVP to the BACC Burgaw Women Connect and Networking group’s meeting or to join the Chamber, contact Emily Baker at (910) 259-9817 or email her at info@burgawchamber.com.

After several months of operation, the Holly Shelter Shooting Range has proved a popular destination for gun enthusiasts in the area, according to Pender County Planning Director Kyle Breuer.

“We have heard nothing but positive feedback regarding the range,” Breuer said.

“We are drawing a lot of people from across our region, and many from Camp Lejeune. As more people find

out about the range, they are coming to check us out.”

The range, which is a partnership between Pender County and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, opened Nov. 5.

The range features a 100yard rifle range, a pistol range, and a 3-D archery facility. All ranges are monitored and directed by safety officers at all times.

“People are very appreciative of the safety aspect of the facility,” said Breuer.

Breuer says he plans to present a financial report on

the operation of the facility to Pender County Commissioners during their second meeting in February.

The shooting range is located on the western edge of the Holly Shelter Gamelands at 8718 Shaw Highway near the NCWRC wildlife depot.

The range is open to the public five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday.

Weekdays and Saturday hours are 8:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., and Sundays 1:30-5:30 p.m.

The range is closed Monday and Tuesday. For more information, call 259.8351.

With winter weather forecast for Pender County this weekend, safe winter driving is important.

Here are somt tips on safe driving in winter conditions.

• Slow down. Drivers frequently underestimate how long it takes to brake and how difficult it can be to steer on slippery roads.

• Don’t use cruise control on slippery surfaces like ice and snow. It will diminish your control and reduce your reac-

tion time in the event of a skid.

• Remember, bridges and overpasses freeze before roadways, so be alert in cold weather when approaching one.

• Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) help drivers maintain control by preventing wheels from locking up. ABS works differently than traditional brakes, delivering and releasing precise braking pressure to each wheel as needed. Just hold them down firmly and look and steer in the direction

you want to go. The brakes may buzz and vibrate when the ABS has activated.

• Traction control helps you accelerate without spinning out on slippery surfaces like snow and ice.

• The temperature warning feature provides updates about upcoming roadway conditions such as black ice.

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The Burgaw Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) Burgaw Women Connect and Networking group’s next meeting will be hosted by Ruth Glaser and Pender Memorial Hospital.

It will be held Jan. 10 from noon until 1:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided by the PMH cafeteria, and PMH President Ruth Glaser will speak at the meeting.

Those who plan to attend should RSVP to Emily Baker, Executive Director of the Burgaw Area Chamber of Commerce.

“Ruth Glaser is going to show off the newly remodeled cafeteria. They also have a new area outside. She’s going to speak about the vision she had for the new area for the patients, visitors and staff at PMH. There’s a little garden area, and I think there is going to be a place for people to sit and eat outside also, weather permitting. We’re just going to start the new year rockin’ and rollin’. People who want to attend need to call the office and RSVP so I can give her a number,” Baker said. “We’re

Holly Shelter Shooting Range busy, official says

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This patio area is part of the many renovations at Pender Memorial Hospital

Pender Democrats plan January meetings

Pender County Democrats, including the executive board, precinct chairs, and members, will meet Jan. 11 at 6:30 p.m., at Hampstead Governmental Annex and Jan. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Burgaw Library.

Goals will be presented for efforts to get out the vote for future elections, and pre-

cinct meetings . The 2017 schedule of events will also be planned.

“New volunteers and infor mation seekers are always welcome,” said Pender County Party Chair Debbi Fintak. “ We are meeting at both ends of the county to allow democrats two choices to

join us and attend the meeting most convenient.”

Other items on the agenda are discussing state-wide issues, and presenting party priorities for the rest of the year.

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Say goodbye and look forward Saying goodbye and often good riddance to a year is a popular pastime, but we’d like to take a look forward as 2016 drifts into memory and 2017 beckons.

We still, obviously, have a lot of cleaning up to do in the wake of Hurricane Matthew, but at the same time, officials should take a long, hard look at what worked and what didn’t during the storm. Emergency Management and the hundreds of volunteers who stepped up There are likely more have rightly gained some kudos challenges than there from other affected counties are solutions in the year where response wasn’t as stelahead, but challenges lar. Pender is lucky to have the team that we have, whether the are nothing new to our emergency is a widespread cacounty. tastrophe or something significantly smaller.

Developers will also need to make some hard decisions when it comes to how much waterfront property is enough; everyone wants a view of the river or the sound until the water is in their living rooms. Figuring out the right balance between the open market, environmental concerns and individual safety will take much longer than the cleanup from last fall.

Pender has some of the finest schools in the state, in terms of education, but some of the buildings are still lagging behind the quality of our teachers and students. Once again, the old question over who will bell the cat – or in this case, foot the bill – needs to be discussed, and seriously considered.

It never helps when schools overblow estimated needs, since that makes elected leaders immediately discount any request, if not disregard it in its entirety. Either way, the students nor the taxpayers get served.

As our county continues to grow, there will be more pressure on water supplies, both for drinking and firefighting.

Countywide water would never work in the entire county, but it’s possible that some of the overlooked areas deserve more consideration. The time to look at this is now, not when wells start pumping sand and firefighters have to drive 20 miles to refill tankers.

There are likely more challenges than there are solutions in the year ahead, but challenges are nothing new to our county. The willingness to rise in the face of adversity, the desire to help others, and the need to maintain a strong and vibrant community countywide are just a few of the things that make Pender special.

We look forward to seeing what this year brings, and we pray the year is remembered at this time in 2018 as one of the best ever in Pender.

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My Spin

Tom Campbell

The year of 2016 The best word to describe the year 2016 is unsettling.

We barely had time to break our New Year’s resolutions before the year crashed down on us.

We knew it was going to be unusual when the General Assembly, hoping that our state could play a larger role in naming the presidential nominees, moved primary elections to Mar.15, but things started unraveling on Feb. 5, when a federal court ruled that North Carolina’s Congressional districts were racially gerrymandered and new districts must be drawn.

Two weeks later Charlotte passed the LGBT ordinance that triggered a special March legislative session and HB2.

Rapidly following were a plethora of court decisions, reactions from HB2, divisive and ugly elections, Hurricane Matthew, western wildfires, a spate of special and controversial legislative sessions and seemingly endless protests, all causing disequilibrium and preventing us from finding a new normalcy.

There were bright spots, namely the passage of a statewide $2 billion Connect NC Bond referendum and an improving economy, but few will mourn the end of 2016.

So let’s look to 2017.

Republicans hold political control of our state and will continue to flex their muscles. Look for frequent disagreements between the legislature and Governor Roy Cooper but lawmakers will

override gubernatorial vetoes. We do expect some compromise on HB2, likely not a full repeal, but an attempt to stem the economic and image damage done to our state.

The legislative session will feature drawing new legislative districts, regulatory reforms, perhaps some minor tweaking to tax codes and putting more money into reserves to stave off the next recessionary period.

Governor Cooper will push for Medicaid expansion but the legislature will balk.

He will urge more increases in teacher pay but don’t expect big movement; instead pay increases for principals will be enacted. Cooper will also advocate for a large Transportation bond package. It has some legislative support but is problematic for a referendum in 2017.

Newly elected Republican Council of State members will assert themselves. Treasurer Dale Folwell will move quickly to reduce management fees and improve earnings on public investments.

His biggest challenge is the state health plan, particularly the $30 billion unfunded liability and rising premiums. New Commissioner of Insurance Wayne Causey will face pressure from insurance companies to allow more flexibility and profitability.

Most will be watching newly elected Superintendent of Public Instruction, Mark Johnson, armed with more powers than has been seen since “education czar” Craig Phillips.

Court decisions will be prominent. Appeals courts will likely uphold the redrawing of legislative districts, however they might back away from requiring new legislative elections this coming fall. We will also see further actions on elections laws and separations of power cases.

Court reform will become a big topic; expect legislative action.

Look for big changes in healthcare. The Trump administration and Congress

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Jefferson Weaver

Moisture detected

Looking back on it a few hours later, dropping my phone in the pond was a perfect metaphor for the year.

I was bending over, rinsing some new traps, and the phone I thought I’d left in the house slipped from my jacket pocket into the frigid water. I immediately reached and searched, supporting myself on one hand below the water, the other arm up to the shoulder in the numbing tannin blackness.

I was surprised to discover the water was not as deep as I thought it was, and as I raked my fingers through the debris left over from the hurricane, I was so shocked to find that infernal, expensive umbilical to the world that I nearly dropped it. There’s no doubt God was listening to me as I was calling out to him – not that I am particularly enamored of electronic devices, but the blasted thing was expensive, and without one, I can’t work.

As I retrieved my trophy, my support hand found the undercut of the bank, confirming my suspicions about where the catfish might have hidden during the storm in October. The place where I lay flat on my belly was under six feet of water that day. As deep and

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Jefferson Weaver wide as the bank den was, I figured there was a middlin’ chance some of our big cats survived.

Despite one misadventure after another over 2016, I couldn’t help but be a little bit optimistic. After all, I’d found that infernal device, and after an hour or so in a box of rice, it functioned just fine. Had I not dropped it in the pond to begin with, there’s no telling when I might have found the catfish den.

True, the deer stand I’d planned to use was occupied by the time I arrived – as were the two alternatives -- but I found a fourth one.

Even though it was too late in the day to do any good, since the squirrels were cus-

sin’ me to a fare-thee-well, I filed the stand away for another day. I also made a note to wear better boots the next time, since I got soaked to the knees in water even colder than that of the pond.

Yes, I broke the handle on my drainage shovel before lunch, but by suppertime, the water was drained out of my horses’ shelter.

All in all, as I sat there trying to rub my feet back into functionality, I compared the problems of the day with those of the year past, and noted how each time I didn’t quit, there was a solution just around the bend.

It made me remember

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How to organize your affairs Dear Savvy Senior, My wife and I would like to get our personal and financial affairs in order so our kids will know what’s going on if we get sick or die. What tips can you offer?

Procrastinating Paul Dear Paul, Organizing your key information and getting your personal and financial affairs in order is a great gift to your loved ones.

To help you get started, your first step is to gather up all of your important personal, financial and legal information so you can arrange it in a format that will benefit you now, and your loved ones later.

Then you’ll need to sit down and create various lists of important information and instructions of how you want certain things handled when you die or if you become incapacitated. Here’s a checklist of areas you need to focus on.

Personal information •Contacts: Make a master list of names and phone numbers of close friends, clergy, doctors, and professional advisers such as your lawyer, accountant, broker and insurance agent.

•Medical information: Include a list of medications you and your spouse take, along with any allergies and illnesses.

•Personal documents: Include such items as your birth certificates, Social Security cards, marriage license, military discharge papers, etc.

•Secured places: List all the places you keep under lock and key or protected by password, such as safe deposit boxes, safe combina-

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tion, security alarms, etc.

•Service providers: Provide contact information of the companies or people who provide you regular services such as utility companies, lawn service, etc.

•Pets: If you have a pet, give instructions for the care of the animal.

•End of life: Indicate your wishes for organ and tissue donation (see organdonor. gov), and write out your funeral instructions. If you’ve made pre-arrangements with a funeral home include a copy of agreement, their contact information and whether you’ve prepaid or not.

Legal documents •Will, trust and estate plan: Include the original copy of your will and other estate planning documents you’ve made.

•Financial power of attorney: This document names someone you trust to handle money matters if you’re incapacitated.

•Advance health care directives: These documents (see caringinfo.org) – a living will and medical power of attorney – spell out your wishes regarding your end-of-life medical treatment when you can no longer make decisions for yourself.

Financial records •Financial accounts: Make a list of all your bank accounts, brokerage and mutual fund accounts, and any other financial assets you have.

•Debts and liabilities: Make a list of any loans, leases or debt you have –

mortgages owed, car loans, student loans, medical bills, credit card debts. Also, make a list of all credit and charge cards, including the card numbers and contact information.

•Company benefits: List any retirement plans, pensions or health benefits from your current or former employer including the contact information of the benefits administrator.

•Insurance: List the insurance policies you have (life, long-term care, home, auto, Medicare, Medigap, prescription drug, etc.) including the policy numbers, agents and phone numbers.

•Property: List real estate, vehicles and other properties you own, rent or lease and include documents such as deeds, titles, and loan or lease agreements.

•Taxes: Include the location of your tax records and your tax preparer’s contact information.

Keep all your organized information and files together in one convenient location, ideally in a fireproof filing cabinet or safe in your home.

Also be sure to review and update it every year, and don’t forget to tell your loved ones where they can find it.

If you need help, get a copy of 12 Critical Things Your Family Needs to Know. This is an excellent 60-page workbook available at 12criticalthings.com for $15 or $19 for the downloadable versions, or $25 for a printed copy.

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Home alone for the holidays I enjoyed being home alone all day on Thanksgiving for the first time ever. It was awesome, waking up and slipping into my favorite footy jammies, enjoying mimosas and country ham biscuits while watching the Macy’s Day parade curled up in the bed with my favorite canine companion.

What a treat it was to see the Cary High School Band, my alma mater, performing in the parade. I remember my brother marching in the Orange Bowl parade as a drummer in the same band, decades ago. Their crisp green and white uniforms (embellished by way too much black) still looked sharp and classy.

The Radio City Rockettes were another eagerly anticipated favorite. Since seeing their Christmas Spectacular show at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, they have given true meaning to the word. Much like the Grand Canyon brings the word breathtaking to life, the Christmas Spectacular defines spectacular.

After over three decades of early rising, prepping, cooking and packing, traveling for hours to two separate meals spaced four hours and fifty miles apart, home alone on the island felt quite refreshing.

My friend and I started our celebration earlier in the week, and I set aside small sides for my personal private feast on Thursday. I thoroughly enjoyed dining on the deck, walking, resting and relaxing on the beach.

What a perfect prelude to the season, along with enjoying the Topsail Island flotilla from the water the following night, forgoing the frenzy of the annual trek to Wilmington for their similar but much larger event. Add a leisurely bushel of local stump sound oysters along with several sunsets savored and the holiday was in full swing.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, they say.

But who are they, anyway?

Holidays, while depicted as festive family gatherings of happy healthy people, are quite a mixed bag for most.

From the frantic planning, preparations and expectations, to the lonliness that comes to many who are missing and mourning lost loved ones, holidays are full of energy and emotions.

We compare ourselves to the Currier and Ives portraits of perfect, happy families and wonder what went wrong with ours, only adding to holiday stress.

How does home alone sound to you? It was something my mother longed for, and sometimes even requested though we rarely honored her requests for respite.

Home alone is not a bad thing – it can be quite enjoyable. Alone does not necessarily translate to lonely.

The joy of enjoying being alone is one of the many simple blessings in life. As long as you enjoy being home alone you will never be lonely.

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Sea Turtle Hospital News

By Karen Sota Sea Turtle Hospital Special to the Post & Voice It’s not easy to ignore the siren song of our patients. Often it starts out with only one volunteer from a family signing on, but quickly a second, third or even more of them are cleaning tanks, treating wounds and educating our visitors during tours.

Long-time volunteer Sandy Sly has been working with both our beach program and our hospital since their inception.

And it didn’t take long for her late husband Jim to become her wing man, or more accurately her squid man – among other things.

The Slys started coming to Topsail in 1974 and Jim’s love of fishing found him on the Surf City Pier for hours. Sandy recalls having him leave the house before sun-up and not coming back until late evening, with Sandy making several food runs during the day so he could continue his unrelenting pursuit for king mackerel from the edge of the pier.

Over time Jim and his pals became known as the “king fishermen;” feared by

the mackerel but loved by everybody else on the pier who sought and received their guidance and expertise. And when Jim didn’t have a rod in his hand he was often on a mission to pick up the thousands of pounds of fish and squid we needed to feed our patients.

Sometimes Jim popped in by himself but more often than not it was Jim and Sandy on another errand for the turtles.

A lot of things have changed on Topsail since the 70s but fishing has always been the island industry. As the area’s reputation grew more and more lines went into the water and there were more interactions with the sea turtles who frequent our shores. Jim had seen (both at our hospital and on the pier) what could happen when hook and line meet turtle.

For many years he was a first responder when a turtle was hooked or snagged from the pier, carefully working to get the critter in while instructing anybody watching the process in the correct way to handle the situation.

He would explain the dos and don’ts of hook extractions, where to cut the line, how to

secure it to the turtle to avoid further damage and just administer general first aid until he could get the turtle into his car and into our care.

Jim knew the dangers that discarded fishing gear posed not only for sea turtles but for all marine creatures and shore birds. He spoke plainly and from experience and wore his passion for the ocean proudly.

When Jim died last year the Topsail Turtle Project volunteers who covered the area around the pier found a fitting way to remember his contributions not only to our hospital but to the environment.

Led by area coordinator Pam Refosco they purchased a clever little fishing line disposal station that sits near one of Jim’s favorite spots to go after the kings. The station is dedicated to Jim, and Sandy believes that he would be thrilled to know that it’s collected a lot of line that would otherwise have been tossed into the ocean. And we’re sending big flipper hugs to pier owner Edwin Lore for his participation in this memorial to Jim. Hospital closed for tours If you missed visiting us

the last eight months we were open for tours, well, you missed visiting us because our last day was Dec. 17.

A big Snookie-sized thank you to all of our friends who came, saw and donated this year.

So whether you dropped money into our jars, shopped in our gift shop, signed up for our Family Giving Challenge or Memorial Wall, redirected your birthday or wedding money, made an honor or memorial donation, had a fundraiser or lugged in your pennies in a zip-lock bag we thank you from every scute on our carapaces.

If you’re looking for hospital or turtle themed gifts you can still browse our website (www.seaturtlehospital.org) year round for our exclusive hospital T-s and other items.

Questions, comments, suggestions Please direct any questions, comments or suggestions regarding this column to me at: flippers@att.net.

Surf City Pier owner Edwin Lore stands beside the line station given in memory of Turtle Hospital volunteer Jim Sly.

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Obituaries Norman Lacy Barnhill ROWAN -- Norman Lacy Barnhill, 67, of the Rowan community passed away on Monday, Dec. 26, 2016 in his home surrounded with love by his family.

He was born on June 23, 1949 in Wilmington, North Carolina to the late Archie and Docia Barnhill.

Nor man is survived by his wife, Wanda New Barnhill; his children, C. Dwayne Woodcock (Nikki), Stephanie Woodcock, Billy Bell, Connie Bell, and Tammy Bell. He adored his grandchildren, Hannah Woodcock, Gabriel Woodcock, Noelle Woodcock, Dylan Bell, Holly Bell, Ashley Cullingford, Whitney Bell, and his two great grandsons.

He is also survived by his four sisters, Marilyn Horrell (Hayes), Reba Eakins (David), Miriam Core (Bill), and Kay Beasley (Donald); and many nieces and nephews.

Nor man was bor n and lived in the Rowan community which he loved. He worked with his father in logging, proudly served in the US Army in Anchorage, Alaska, and then became an avid blueberry farmer who loved his work. Norman loved to be outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time at his river cabin. Most important, Norman loved his family and was a wonderful husband, daddy, granddaddy, brother and friend.

The family received friends at the Barnhill home in Ivanhoe.

Funeral service was at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30, 2016 at the Rowan Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church, 20783 N.C. Hwy. 210 E, Ivanhoe, NC 28447. The Rev. Gabriel Landis and The Rev. Richard Wade conducted the service.

Burial followed in the Johnson-Barnhill Cemetery.

Casketbearers were An-

tonio Soto, Edwardo Soto, Warren Devane, Juan Jose Gonzalez, Margarita Hernandez, Gabino Santiago, Brian Barnhill, and Chris Barnhill.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to the Youth Ministry, Rowan PFWB Church, 20783 N.C. Hwy. 210 E, Ivanhoe, NC 28447.

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

Dolores Jane Christensen Glenn ROCKY POINT -- Dolores Jane Christensen Glenn, 82, of Rocky Point and formerly of Indian Head, MD passed from her earthly life on Monday, Dec. 26, 2016 at The Village on Campbell.

She was born Feb. 14, 1934 in Cedar Falls, Iowa and was born to the late Andrew H. and Marjorie G. Waite Christensen. Dolores was preceded in death by her husband, Charles H. Glenn, Jr.; and sisters, Jean Ratliff and Donna Harris.

Dolores is survived by her sons, Keith Blake Glenn, Michael David Glenn (Faye Diane) and Bryan Andrew Glenn (Caryn Lynn); grandchildren, Matthew Glenn, Joshua Glenn, David Glenn (Debra), Jason Glenn (Kaitlin), Crystal Glenn, Justin Glenn (Tara), Sabrina Welch (Shane) and Sydney Glenn; 13 great grandchildren; sisters, Judy Knott (Joe) and Margie Bar nes and many nieces, nephews and extended family that loved Dolores very much.

Not only was Dolores a beloved wife and wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, but a generous friend to all who knew her. Dolores never

met a stranger wherever she went in all her travels; and travel she and Charles did enjoy! Dolores will be remembered for her courage, her energy, her sense of humor, and her thoughtfulness of others.

She was a constant and benevolent force in the life of her family, who benefited immeasurably from her wisdom and guidance.

The family received friends 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel.

A visitation and funeral service was held on Friday, Dec. 30, 2016 at Williams Funeral Home in Indian Head, Maryland. Dolores will be laid to rest beside her husband in Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, Maryland.

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

Kristina Angeliki Horvath-Walker Kristina Angeliki Horvath-Walker, age 25, left her earthly life all too soon on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016.

She was born Aug. 12, 1991 in Wilmington. Kristina is survived by her husband, Geoffrey R. Walker; daughter, Sabrina Horvath; mother, Connie Horvath Rivenbark and her husband, Danny Paul; brothers, William Ray, Chase Donaldson and Chris De-La-Warr; sister, Summer Donaldson; and many extended family and friends.

Kristina, with her outgoing personality never met a stranger and was a joy to know and be around. She loved her family especially her daughter, Sabrina and husband, Geoffery. Hunting,

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fishing and just being outdoors were treasured times in Kristina’s life.

She enjoyed watching the Panther’s games as she was an avid fan. Her smile, her laughter, and her compassion for others will always be remembered.

The family received friends 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Wallace Chapel.

Service was at 11 a.m. on Thursday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Wallace Chapel with Pastor Norie Scott officiating. Burial followed in St. Helena Cemetery.

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

Ceasar Medina Gonzalez WILSON -- Ceasar Medina Gonzalez, age 37 of Wilson died Dec. 24, 2016 in New Hanover County.

He was born Oct. 28, 1979 in San Luis Patosi, Mexico son of the late Jesus Medina and Minerva Gonzalez Trejo.

He is survived by his wife Melanie Smith Gonzale z; daughters Anna Nicole Gonzalez and Kaylee Sophia Gonzalez; stepchildren Robert Smith, Christopher Smith and Monica Mejia.

A memorial service will be held Saturday January 7, 2017 at 10 a.m. at Mission Bautista 311 W. Nash St Wilson, NC 27893 The family was served by Harrell’s Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

Edna Collins West WILLARD -- Mrs. Edna Collins West, of Willard, died on Jan. 1, 2017 at New Hanover Re gional Medical Center in Wilmington. Graveside services were held Wednesday,

Jan. 4, 2017 at 2 p.m. at Peniel PFWB Church Cemetery in Willard.

She is survived by her daughters, Angela Mills and husband Jerome of Wallace, Kathy Brown and husband Tommy of Burgaw, and Wanda Meeks and husband Jimmy of Wilmington, her ste p daughter, Betty Grispino and husband Jim of Springfield, Ill., her g randchildren, Adam Mills and wife Beth of Burgaw, Allison Mills of Wallace, Magan Gray of Burgaw, Kayla Gray of Wi l m i n g t o n , K r i s t o p h e r Meeks of Wilmington, Westley Meeks of Wilmington, and her great grandchildren, Zoey Lynn Beatty, Addison Meeks, Cameron Mills and Casey Mills.

She was born on Jan. 17, 1927 in Seminole County, Fla. to the late Albert and Beatrice Turner Collins. She is also predeceased by her husband, Kenneth West, her sisters, Ruby Doney and Frances Collins and a brother, A. B. Collins.

S h e e n j o ye d r e a d i n g , watching TV, UNC Basketball, cooking and going to the beach.

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Lois is predeceased by parents Connie and Addie Peterson, husband Johnny, daughter Connie and many friends who knew her best.

She is survived by daughter Jonette Powell and granddaughter Sheila of Spencer; granddaughter Constance Rowe of Ivanhoe and Stephen Rowe of Wilmington; son Johnnie Johnson of Burgaw, Granddaughter Lauren Johnson of Norfolk Va., and Elise Johnson of New York City, and many cousins, friends and extended family. She had a life filled with successes and failures, joy and troubles. Yet she maintained a positive outlook throughout.

Funeral Services were held at Burgaw Presbyterian Church Saturday Dec. 31, 2016 at 1 p.m. The Reverend Dr. William Davis officiated. The family received friends at Harrell’s Funeral Home Friday Dec. 30 from 6-7:30 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Burgaw Presbyterian Church PO Box 565 Burgaw, NC 28425 or the Pender County Library PO Box 879 Burgaw, NC 28425.

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Pirates take second holiday tourney title

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer After capturing the title, and bringing home the championship trophy, the week before Christmas at the Brunswick Sheriff ’s Holiday Tournament at Brunswick Community College, the buzz was all about how long it had been since the Topsail mens’ basketball team had won a title of any kind, but it didn’t take too long for lightening to strike twice.

Tournament MVP Johnny Tartaglione scored 15 points to lead a balance attack that saw nine Pirates hit the scoring column, with Owen Ellis and Kodiak Nestor-Dowling both chipping in with 11 points as Topsail obliterated Roxboro Community 70-30 to win the championship of the East Columbus Holiday Tournament.

It came one week after the Pirates (8-4) secured the title in the Brunswick County Sherriff ’s Holiday Tournament, and came via a two-day effort in which the Pirate defense and rebounding efforts helped secure wins in both games.

“Last night there are no other words to describe our effort than bad,” said Topsail Coach Jamie Rochelle, referring to Topsail’s 19-fo-54 shooting effort from the field despite the victory. “It was a win, which I am grateful for, but we just didn’t play well.

“Coming in tonight I was worried. They put up 70 on

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In My Opinion

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

The Pirates took first place at the East Columbus Holiday Tournament East Columbus and I knew they had some kids that could score but we did a great job of controlling the glass, they didn’t many second opportunities to score, and on offense we were patient. They ran a 2-3 zone and we had several options we thought could work and we found one and stayed with it.

“And it’s good to see the guys off the bench get playing time and contributing the way they did. I know they don’t always get the playing time they want but they hung in there. Everybody wants to play, and everybody gives 100 percent in practice so it’s good to see them get quality minutes.”

Topsail led 19-4 after one period, 31-14 at halftime, and 47-20 after three periods, al-

lowing Rochelle to substitute early and often. Clay Parker had nine points, Brandon Lofton had eight, Darden Velthoven scored five, Jacob Floyd has three, and Greg Unger had two off the bench.

“That’s the first MVP award I’ve ever gotten,” Tartaglione said. “The team chemistry we’ve had comes from working hard in practice. You get comfortable with your teammates and you’re able to find the open man for some easy shots. We had a tough day yesterday (against South Columbus) and we knew we had to come back strong today.

“Going into the conference, games we now can realize, and believe, that we are a team and everybody has to be on board. It’s great to see the

guys who come off the bench produce because everyone is a part of this team, everyone is good enough to play, and when they do well it’s great to see.”

The Pirates advanced to the final with a hard-fought 35-31 win over a very athletic South Columbus squad Tuesday. The game was in doubt throughout until Alec Baker turned the free-throw line into his personal space by making 5-of-6 charity tosses – including two on a technical foul assessed to the Stallions –down the stretch to secure the win.

It was 31-30 in the Stallions’ favor with 31.2 left in regulation but Baker was fouled on a drive to the basket with 6.0

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I recently saw where Trask basketball coach Rodney Orr’s son Watson made his varsity debut for his fathers team. I know Coach Orr and I know that this decision was not one he took lightly.

Before the season he told me that he was keeping Watson down because he thought the he needed to be where he could get plenty of playing time and get used to the rigors of high school basketball.

Being a coach’s child is a very tough row to hoe as we say here in the country. As a coaches child you often times get the tougher side of the coach. Coach Orr is a fair coach that makes decisions based solely on what’s best for the student-athlete as well as the team. That being said, I find it hard to believe that he does not expect more out of his son.

I coached for more than 20 years. I coached all ages and levels from five to 18 year olds. I also coached both of my daughters for many years. They will tell you that I was tougher on them than I was on their teammates. At the time I didn’t see it. Looking back I think that they were prob-

ably right.

The young person will often times endure the wrath of his or her teammates. They will say that the student-athlete is only there because of the father.

Although it may not be said in front of them, it is said.

I once had a parent accuse me of daddy ball when my daughter made an all-star team. The funny thing about it was that as a coach I could not nominate my own player. This was my oldest daughter and she went on to have an outstanding allstar tournament.

Duane Poling and his oldest daughter Sara also went through some of this.

Sara was the leading hitter on the team and was an outstanding pitcher and fielder.

Every time Sara was put on the mound the coaching staff was second guessed and every time she stepped into the circle she was successful. She went on to play college softball where at one time she held the home run record at Methodist College. One quick note, she is now Dr. Sara.

Being a coach’s child can be very tough. In Coach Orr and his son Watson’s case, the Titans had an injury and Orr pulled up the best player on the junior varsity.

It just happened to be his son.

I believe it was the best move and Watson has proved his worth already.

In my opinion Watson probably should have been on the varsity from day one.

However, like I have said many times, this is just my opinion.

A-Z New Year wishes for county coaches, players

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer

The Topsail Lady Pirates display their first place medals at the East Columbus Holiday Tournament.

Lady Pirate cagers win East Columbus tournament

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer One week after the Topsail boys’ basketball team won their first championship of any kind in a long time, the Lady Pirates figured it was time for them to follow suit.

Their challenge was to find a way to beat a team with the ultra-talented East Columbus senior Charity Powell – who has already signed to continue

her basketball career at UNCWilmington.

Powell got her points but the Lady Pirates shut down every other Lady Gator and, behind 19 points from tournament MVP Dominique Bryant and 12 points and 13 rebounds from sophomore center Payton Little, Topsail defeated host East Columbus 45-40 Wednesday to win their first title of any kind in a very long time.

The 6-2 Powell scored 26 of the Lady Gators’ 40 points but could pull down just seven rebounds in her battle with the 6-1, 15-yearold Little. Lady Gator Mia Campbell scored nine points, Shynicquel Watson had three, and Tia Campbell had two to score East Columbus’ other points.

“I couldn’t begin to tell you the last time a Topsail girls’ team won a championship

but I know it’s an outstanding feeling and I’m super proud of the girls,” Topsail Coach Andrew Ellington said.

“I knew it would take a super defensive effort and rebounding effort the entire game, and they all played and did all those things. They just weren’t going to be denied, it’s that simple.”

Topsail jumped out early

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Titans lose two in CFA Holiday Tournament

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Heide Trask men’s varsity basketball team headed into the Christmas break with a very impressive 6-1 record. They were coming off of an impressive Four County win over Union and were primed to ease into the CFA Holiday Tournament with intentions of sweeping their opponents.

However, they ran into two good programs in Harrells Christian Academy and Coastal Christian Academy and came away with two losses. They lost their final game of the week to the host team Cape Fear in overtime.

The Titans faced a Harrells team that had lost only once going into the tourna-

ment. The teams proved to be evenly matched with Harrells taking a 54-53 win.

The Titans jumped out to a 12-9 lead after one quarter of play and seemed to be on the road to victory. Harrells fired back in the second stanza and outscored the Titans 20-15.

The Crusaders were up 29-27 at the break.

Trask came out for the second half with a renewed effort. That effort resulted in

a 14-11 third quarter advantage. Trask held a one point lead going into the final quarter of play.

Both teams played hard throughout the final eight minutes of regulation. The Crusaders proved to be one point better in taking the win.

Tijuan Ballard led the Titans with 12 points and seven rebounds while Sophomore B.J. Jordan added 10 points.

The Titans were just 5-17 from beyond the arc.

Next up was the Coastal Christian Academy Centurions. The Centurions were coming off of a one point win over South Brunswick and were full of confidence. They caught the Titans by surprise early and used a big third period in route to a 62-52 win.

Coastal used a superb effort from its backcourt to take a 17-11 lead after one period of play. The teams were just about even in the second quarter with the Centurions ending the half with a 30-23 lead.

The Titans needed to come out of the break on fire.

Coastal would have none of that and went on an 18-7 run to increase their lead to 18 at 48-30 going into the fourth quarter.

The Titans found their footing in the fourth period and made a run at the Centurions. However, they never cut the lead into single digits in falling for the second time in two games.

Ballard led the Titans with

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2016 has passed us by, and 2017 is upon us. Over the past year many of our county’s teams and individuals have enjoyed success, and here are our New Year wishes for continued success for those who had a good 2016, and our wish for those you struggled to find their way to the top of their respective mountain.

A is for Adrienne Bannerman, the Pender first-year girls’ basketball coach, and former Lady Patriot standout.

Our wish for you is patience.

Keep smiling and keep teaching.

B is for Baker, Topsail senior Alec Baker. Here’s a wish that the shots keep falling and the wins keep coming, and that college coaches take note of your skills.

C is for retiring Trask softball Coach Corrina Reece. It is always sad to see good coaches move on but here’s our wish you can find time to do other things that have eluded you during your coaching tenure.

D is for Pender volleyball Coach Matt Davis, that people realize how good a coach you are, and that your Patriot teams continue to find a place at the top of your conference.

E is for Andrew Ellington, Topsail’s girls’ basketball coach. Here’s our wish that the younger girls (7 underclassmen out of 9 players) continue to develop and that the 3A championship in your conference finds its way to Hampstead.

G is for Gracie Vincent, the talented Pender softball and basketball player. Here’s a wish for wins as your senior year moves forward. Your continued hustle and effort has not gone unnoticed.

H is for Rodney Hansley,

the Pender senior basketball standout. Here’s our wish that college coaches take notice of your skills, and your work ethic on the court transfers to the classroom.

I is for Wayne Inman, the Topsail football coach. Our wish is continued development, health, and the younger players that will move you to the top in the conference.

J is for Jamie Rochelle, Topsail’s boys’ basketball coach. Here’s our wish for many conference wins, and that your Pirates consistently play the way they did in the holiday tournaments.

K is for Topsail junior volleyball and girls’ basketball player Rachel Kapiko. Our wish is your skills grow to match your hustle, desire, and determination.

L is for Trask’s first-year girls’ basketball Coach Laverne Lampkins. Patience is a virtue. With 1 junior, 6 sophomores, and 2 freshmen on your team, the good times lie ahead.

M is for Trask track Coach Bill Mercier. Our wish is that continued success follows you and your boys’ and girls’ programs, and that solid athletes continue to find their way to the Titan track.

N is for Noah LaValle, the multi-talented Pirate football player and wrestler. Our wish is for good health and continued success – on the gridiron, the wrestling mat, and in the classroom.

O is for Trask boys’ basketball Coach Rodney Orr. 6-3 is not too shabby for a “rebuilding” team. Here’s our wish that the young guys continue to develop and a conference title is on the horizon.

P is for Topsail volleyball Coach Hill Pearsall. With

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On the Mat

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

Winter fishing report

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Fishing Fanatic

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Topsail was the site of a duals match that involved six schools Saturday. Among those schools was the host participant Topsail and Trask. The other schools that participated were Wake Forest, New Bern, Apex Friendship, and Corinth-Holders.

The Pirates lost 45-30 to Corinth Holders, 61-12 to New Bern, 47-24 to Wake Forest, 47-34 to Apex Forrest, and 4239 to county rival Trask.

Topsail had early leads against both Corinth Holders and Trask thanks to the efforts of their lighter weights, but the heavier weights faltered in attempts to maintain the advantages.

“We’re definitely young up top and we had two forfeits (145 and 220) and that certainly doesn’t help,” Topsail Coach Morgan Fore said.

“We have one senior, two juniors, and the rest are freshman and sophomores so it’s definitely a learning experience for a lot of our guys, especially going up against older and more experienced guys.”

Two of Fore’s young wrestlers, sophomore Zack Still (132/138 pounds) and freshman Noah LaValle (160) showed that they are ready for the varsity level with both wrestlers getting five wins in five bouts.

“Noah has been banged up a little bit coming off football and an earlier neck injury, but he is finally doing pretty well, physically,” said Fore. “Today we just wanted to get him out there, get him some matches, and see where he goes from there. Zack did a good job. He’s had some struggles early on but he got three pins today to go along with a couple of forfeit wins, and that should help his confidence.”

LaValle pinned all five of his opponents with all of them coming in the first period of the bouts.

“I feel good now that I’m not hurting anymore,” LaValle said, “There is a big difference in getting ready to play football and getting ready to wrestle and the transition has been slow because of the injury, and I’m not totally in condition for wrestling yet. But I’m starting to get into condition so I’m looking forward to the rest of the season.”

Still was awarded forfeit wins against Corinth Holders and Wake Forest but came back with wins by fall over New Bern, Wake Forest and Trask.

“I feel great,” Still said.

“Over break I didn’t stop

Grizzle looks to work the paint for Lady Titans

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer In the game of basketball there are many things that a coach must teach in order for the team to be successful as a whole.

However, there are just a few things that can’t be taught.

Two of them are height and hustle. Heide Trask Lady Titan basketball player Ciera Grizzle has both.

Miss Grizzle is the tallest of the nine players on the Titan roster. She works inside the paint with her primary job being to rebound and play interior defense.

She never quits working on both ends of the floor and can put the basketball in the hoop when she gets the opportunity.

The Lady Titans are struggling this year under the tutelage of new coach Laverne Lampkins. The team is still looking for its first win. With Grizzle working inside the paint that win is sure to come soon.

Staff photos by Bobby Norris

Titan heavyweight Kyle Hancock (above) tops the six wrestlers in this week’s On The Mat list. Hancock is 23-3 for the year and is ranked in the top tive in state 1A grapplers. Topsail’s Zack Still (below) concentrates on an excape. Still was 4-1 last week at the Pirate Invitational

Although the winter months often mean that you store your fishing gear, Coastal North Carolina can prove to be the exception.

While the winter months can bring some bitterly cold weather, there are many days in the 50s and low 60s that are ideal for fishing.

Let’s take a look at what you need to look for.

As the winter temperatures fall so does the fishing.

However, those that fish year round will tell you that they fish for trout this time of year. Most folks fish around the jetties and rocks in the inlets for these tasty fish.

Specks are fun to catch on light to medium weight tackle. You can use a spinning or fly rod while fishing for these fish.

Most anglers use artificial baits to fish for specks.

A hard bodied lure will entice the specks to hit as hard as you can stand while a rubber body grub will work as

well. Live mud minnows and shrimp along with crab will also work for these fish.

Moving water is a popular spot for these fish. Try fishing where the moving water meets still water.

The backwaters of Topsail will produce some reds and black drum even in the winter months. Be prepared to be patient as the bite will not be as often as the spring, summer and fall months. It may pay you to find a guide or charter boat to put you on these fish in the winter months. It will be well worth your money. Remember to dress in layers as the cold mornings in Eastern North Carolina often give way to a very nice day.

This week’s fishing tip While it may seem to be expensive to pay a charter boat captain, in reality it is well worth the money. Most charter operations will offer discounts through the winter months. These guys fish for a living and will give you the best chance to catch some fish while you are waiting out the winter season.

Top Performers

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

working, I’ve been in the gym and lifting every day after practice so it’s nice to see the hard work paying off. I came here today with a losing record but my record is now a winning record (12-10) and I feel I’m getting a lot better, and practicing harder.”

Nathan Martinez (138) and Ethan Rivenbark (120) earned three wins while Dillon Orren (126) had two wins by fall. Nathan Bray (106) earned two wins with Tyler Still (113) earning a win and a forfeit.

Topsail was at Ashley Wednesday and travels to Leland Saturday for the Scorpion Invitational at North Brunswick.

Trask earned just one win in team competition but had several grapplers post im-

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pressive records. The Titans lost to Wake Forest 43-33, Corinth-Holders 45-36, New Bern 48-27, and Apex Friendship 43-42. They defeated Topsail 42-39.

“It was a tough day for us but a good learning and training day for us,” said Trask Head Coach Chris Johnson. “We were on a good winning streak which you hate to lose but sometimes it’s good to get knocked off that horse. That’s when you find out what you are made of. We went toe to toe with everyone there, which were all 3A and 4A schools. We made them earn everything they got and that was good. We don’t want our kids to back down because of a schools size or classification; they still have to go wrestle just

Pyrtle emerging as a two-sport star at Topsail

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When junior Carmen Pyrtle is mentioned, the sport that comes to mind is soccer.

She is a very good soccer player with the skills to become an all-conference performer in the tough Mid-Eastern Conference. However, she is no one trick pony.

Miss Pyrtle is a very good basketball player. She excels in all facets of the game and has become one of the Pirates better players this season.

She is among the top five in scoring and is also a very tough defender.

The best part of Carmen’s game comes on the offensive end of the court. She leads the Pirates in assists and has become very good at setting her teammates up for the score.

As the season progresses, the Pirates will need Pyrtle to continue to find the open player.

With her steady improvement, there is little doubt that she succeeds in that.

like we do.”

Zion Cruz (160), Joseph Chung (182) and Kyle Hancock (285) all went 4-1 in the tournament to pace the Titans.

The Titans host Clinton and South Lenior at home on Thursday before traveling to North Brunswick on Saturday.

Top six wrestlers in Pender County 1. Kyle Hancock (Trask, 23-3) 2. Joseph Chung(Trask, 21-6) 3. Nathan Martinez (Topsail 22-8) 4. Nathan Bray (Topsail, 18-6) 5. Zion Cruse (Trask, 17-7) 6. Ethan Rivenbark (Topsail 18-11)

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The last week of 2016 was one in which there was limited high school action. However, Trask and Topsail basketball and wrestling took center stage as both were in tournament action.

The Topsail wrestling team hosted the Pirate invitational. Although the Pirates struggled in the team department they had a few grapplers that had an outstanding day.

Two of Coach Morgan Fore’s younger grapplers, sophomore Zack Still and freshman Noah LaValle showed off. Both finished the day with 5-0 records with LaValle winning all of his matches by fall. Nathan Martinez and Ethan Rivenbark earned three wins in the tournament.

The Titans only won one team match but had several wrestlers with good days.

Kyle Hancock, Joseph Chung and Zion Cruz each went 4-1 on the day. Hancock sits atop the top six for the third consecutive week.

The Trask boys’ basketball team found the going tough over the holidays. Jujuan Carr scored a career high 25 points in the Titans loss to Cape Fear Academy while Tijuan Ballard led the Titans in the losses to Coastal Christian and Harrells.

Ballard had seven boards in both contests and had 12

Marshall hopes to right the ship for the Patriots

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When the 2016-17 basketball season began the Pender Lady Patriot basketball team had hopes for a much improved season.

With a new coach aboard and a revamped lineup there were signs that the team may in fact turn the corner.

Although the wins have not showed up yet the team seems to be better in all facets.

One of the Patriots best players is sophomore Taylor Marshall. The 5-7 small forward has become the Patriots go-to player on the floor. She currently leads the Patriots in scoring and is among the teams leaders in almost every category.

One of Marshall’s best attributes is her ability to run the floor. She gets out on the break and fills the lane well.

The Patriots are primed for a win. Super sophomore Taylor Marshall will lead them to that win. She is primed to right the Patriot ship.

points against Harrells and 18 against Coastal.

The Lady Titans are still looking for their first win with two losses over the weekend. Angel Boykin had a season high 19 points in the loss to Harrells and scored 12 against Coastal.

The Topsail men’s basketball team had a great week.

They won their second tournament in as many weeks, this time taking the East Columbus Holiday tournament in convincing fashion.

Johnny Tartaglione had 11 points in the Pirates win over South Columbus while Alec Baker made 5-6 free throws down the stretch to give the Pirates the lead.

In the championship game against Roxboro Community Tartaglione scored 15 points to lead the Pirates .Owen Ellis and Kodiak Nestor-Dowling both chipped in 11 points.

The Lady Pirates won a tournament title themselves last week. The Topsail ladies won the ladies side of the East Columbus tournament.

Tournament MVP Dominique Bryant scored 19 points while sophomore Payton Little added 12 points and 13 rebounds as Topsail defeated host East Columbus 45-40.

This week’s top performer is Topsail senior Johnny Tartaglione. He led the Pirates to two wins and a tournament championship and was voted the MVP of the East Columbus Holiday Tournament.

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WANTED! A FEW GOOD MEN & WOMEN! The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the following VOLUNTEER! boards/commissions/committees: # of of The Pender County Board of Commissioners will# consider appointments to the following Vacancies Positions/Categories Name of Board Vacancies Positions/Categories boards/commissions/committees: Advisory Board of Health2 2 Dentist***, Engineer*** Dentist***, Engineer*** # of1 Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Veterinarian 1 Veterinarian Name of Board Vacancies Positions/Categories Board of Adjustment 2 District 4, District 5 Advisory Board of Health2 Dentist***, EMS & Fire Board 12 District 4 Engineer*** District 4, District 5 Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Veterinarian Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Auth.

71 Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking 1 District 4 Board of Adjustment District 4, District 5 Jury Commission 12 Commissioner Representative EMS & Board Fire Board District3, 4 District 4 Library 21 District 7 Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking Industrial Board Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Auth.

Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking Planning 17 Business 1 Commissioner Representative Jury Commission 1 Commissioner Representative Tourism Development Authority 1 Collector Library Board 2 District 3, District 4 2 District 3, District 4 Planning Board 1 Business District 1 = Upper Topsail; Surf City District 4 = Union; Penderlea; Grady; Tourism Development Authority 1 Collector Business District 2 = Scotts Hill; 1 Lower Topsail Columbia; Caswell; Canetuck District 3 = Rocky Point; Long CreekCollector District 5 = Burgaw; Holly 1 District 1 = Upper Topsail; Surf City District 4 = Union; Penderlea; Grady; District 2 = Scotts Hill; Lower Topsail Columbia; Caswell; Canetuck *** These positions can be temporarily filled by someone associated with this field who may not be currently licensed.

District 3 = Rocky Point; Long Creek District 5 = Burgaw; Holly Applications can be completed at www.pendercountync.gov or write or call Melissa Long, Clerk to the Board, PO Box 5, District on-line 4 = Union; Penderlea; Grady; Burgaw, 28425 can (910) and complete an application. *** TheseNC positions be259-1200, temporarily filled by someone associated with this field who may not be currently licensed.

Tow n o f S u r f Cit y 214 N. New River Drive PO Bo x 2475 S u r f Cit y , NC 28445 Surf(910) City,328-4131 NC 28445 www(910) .tow nofsu r f c it y . co m 328-4131

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PENDER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD 214FOLLOWS: N. New River Drive WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS AS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Surf City, NC 28445 DATE OF HEARINGS: January THE PENDER COUNTY4, 2017 (910) 328-4131 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TIME OF HEARINGS: 7:00 p.m.

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WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AS FOLLOWS: LOCATION OFCOUNTY HEARINGS: THE PENDER PLANNING BOARD DATE OF HEARINGS: January 17, 2017 WILL HOLD HEARINGS FOLLOWS: OF HEARINGS: 7:00 p.m. MEETING ROOM THE PUBLIC HEARING TIME NOTED WILL PUBLIC BE HELD IN THEAS PUBLIC DATE OF HEARINGS: LOCATION OF HEARINGS: January 4, 2017 AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING ROOM 145, p.m.

805 SOUTH WALKER TIME OF HEARINGS: THE PUBLIC HEARING NOTED WILL7:00 BE HELD IN THE STREET, BURGAW, N.C. 28425 LOCATION OFAT HEARINGS: PUBLIC MEETING ROOM THE ADMINISTRATIVE THE PUBLIC HEARING NOTED WILL BE HELD IN THE PUBLIC MEETING ROOM OFFICE BUILDING ROOM 145, 805 SOUTH WALKER AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING ROOM 145, 805 SOUTH WALKER STREET, N.C.28425 28425 STREET, BURGAW, BURGAW, N.C.

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Master Development Plan and Major Site Plan TOPICS OF HEARING: Headwaters Properties, LLC, applicant, on behalfPlan of and Lanwillo Development Company, Master Development Major Site Plan Headwaters LLC, applicant, behalf of Lanwillo Development Company, the Raymond E. Hughes, and Properties, Headwaters Properties, LLC., owners, are requesting SpecialonUse Permit Raymond E. Hughes,Blanchard, and Headwaters Properties, owners, requesting the g Auth.

Jonathan applicant, on behalfLLC., of Chad Allan are Squires, approval of a Master Development Plan and Phase I Major Site Development Plan for approval ofowner, a Master Plan and I Major Development is Development requesting approval of Phase a Special UseSite Permit for the Plan for approximately 24.26 acres mixed-use known Headwaters Town approximately 24.26 acres of mixed-use development known asasHeadwaters Town construction andofoperation ofdevelopment an Outdoor Shooting Range Center. Specifically, the requestThe is tosubject allow for; Electronic & Appliance Stores (443), (NAICS 713990). property is zoned RA, Rural Center. Specifically, the request is to allow for; Electronic & Appliance Stores (443), Food & Beverage Stores (445), Heath & Personal Care Stores (446), Gasoline Station Agricultural zoning district and according to the Pender County Clothing & Clothing Stores (448), Sporting Goods,Gasoline Hobby, Book & Food & Beverage(447), Stores (445), HeathAccessories & Personal Stores (446), Station Unified Development Ordinance Care §5.2.3 Table of Permitted Uses; Music Stores (451), Miscellaneous Store Retailers (453), Non Store Retailers (454), NAICS 713990 (Outdoor Shooting Range), an Outdoor Shooting (447), Clothing & Postal Clothing Accessories Stores (448), Sporting Goods, Hobby, Book & Services (491110), Finance & Insurance (52), Real Estate & Rental & Leasing Range is permitted via Special Use Permit in the RA, ofRural (53), Miscellaneous Professional, Scientific & Technical Services (54),Non Management Companies(454), & Music Stores (451), Store Retailers (453), Store Retailers zoning district.

The subject property located at Services EnterprisesAgricultural (55), Administrative & Support Services (561), isEducational 1575 Canetuck Road (SR 1104), located the intersection Postal Services (491110), Finance & Insurance Real near Estate &(6114), Rental & Leasing (611), Business Schools, Commuter & (52), Management Training Technical & Columbia; Caswell; Canetuck Canetuck Heading Bluff Road 1103) (622), in the Applications can be completed on-line at www.pendercountync.gov or write or call Melissa Long, Clerk to the Board, PO Box 5, Trade Schools (6115),Road Otherand School & Instruction (6116),(SR Hospitals Performing (53), Professional,ArtsScientific & Technical Services (54), Management of Companies & District 5 =NOTICE Burgaw; Holly OF HOLIDAY Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-1200, and complete an application. OFFICE CLOSURES Canetuck Township, NC. There is one (1) tract associated with Companies (7111), Agents & Managers for Artists, Athletes, Entertainers & Other this request totaling ±207.29 acres.

The&subject may(712), be Fitness Enterprises (55),Public Administrative Support Services (561), Educational Services Figures (7114), & Museums, Historical Sites Similar property Institutions Pender County Government Offices will be closed further identified

by Pender County PIN: 2254-92-1164-0000.

Recreational Sports Centers Bowling Centers (71395), Hotels & Motels NOTICE OF be HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURES by someone associated withonthis who may innot currently (611), Business &(72111), Schools, Commuter &For(713940), Management Training (6114), Technical & the field following dates observance of thelicensed.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday: Additional Full Service Restaurants (7221), Information: Limited Service Eating Places (7222), w.pendercountync.gov or write or call Melissa Long, Clerk to the Board, PO Box 5, January 2017 dates in observance of the New Year’s Trade Schools (6115), Special Other FoodContact Services (7223), Drinking Places Personal & Household Goods, Pender Planning &(7224), Community Development School & County Instruction (6116), Hospitals (622), Performing Pender County Government Offices willMonday, be closed on the16, following Repair & Maintenance 805 (8114), Personal Care NC Services S Walker St Burgaw, 28425 (8121), Coin Operated mplete an application.

Holiday: Arts Companies (7111), Agents & Managers for Artists, Athletes, Entertainers & Other Laundries & Dry Cleaners (812310), IMPORTANT NOTICE Phone Dry 910 Cleaning 259-1202 & Laundry Services (812320), Monday, January 2, 2017 Other Personal Services (8129), Religious Organizations (8131), Business Public Figures (7114), Museums, Historical Sites & Similar Institutions (712), Fitness ALL PENDER COUNTY PROPERTY OWNERS Professional, Labor, Political & Similar Organizations (8139), and Public to real estate must be listed for taxation with its status on January 1st of the & Recreational Sports All taxable personal property and all changes made IMPORTANT NOTICE Centers (713940), Hotels & Motels Administrations (92).

The subjectBowling propertiesCenters are zoned(71395), PD, Planned Development E OF HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURES tax year (2017).

ALL PENDER COUNTY PROPERTY OWNERS zoning district.

The properties are Limited located along the east side ofPlaces US HWY(7222), 17, Restaurants (7221), Service Eating All taxable personal property and all changes made to real estate must be listed for taxation with its status on January 1st of the(72111), Full Service INTENT between Hughes Road (SRNOTICE 1618) and OF Deerfield Drive (SR 1673) in the Topsail tax year (2017).

Taxable personal property that you have acquired new or have purchased and was previously unlisted such as mobile homes, Special Food Services (7223), Drinking Places (7224), Personal & Household Goods, Township and may be further identified by Pender County PINs: 3282-74-3515-0000, s will be closed on the following dates inmulti-year observance of theandNew Year’s or untagged automobiles, trucks, manufactured homes, boats, jet skis, aircraft, tagged trailers, any unregistered TO ACCEPT OFFER 3282-74-6231-0000, 3282-74-1001-0000, 3282-74-8862-0000.

(8114), Personal CareandServices (8121), Coin Operated Taxable personal motor property that you have acquired or haveand purchased was previously unlisted mobile homes, Repair & Maintenance trailers, campers, homes, motorcycles, farm new equipment, businessand personal property will need such to beas listed.

Holiday: FOR SALE OF PENDER COUNTY PROPERTY manufactured homes, boats, jet skis, aircraft, multi-year tagged trailers, and any unregistered or untagged automobiles, trucks, Laundries & Dry Cleaners (812310), Dry Cleaning & Laundry Services (812320), Zoning Text Amendment Monday, January 2, 2017 trailers, campers, motor homes, farm equipment, and business personaltoproperty willimprovements need to be listed.

Owners of real property who do motorcycles, not own taxable personal property are not required list, unless have been made Travis Holder, applicant, is requesting the approval of a Zoning Text Amendment to Other TAKE Personal Services (8129), Religious Organizations (8131), Business to the real estate within the last year or if you have acquired real property that has unlisted improvements, i.e. - new NOTICE thatCounty Pender County has received and proposes accept to the Pender Unified Development Ordinance.

Specifically,tothe requestanisoffer to Owners of real property who do not own taxable personal property are not required to list, unless improvements have been made construction, additions, decks, porches, outbuildings…etc.

Professional, Labor, Political & Similar Organizations (8139), and Public add a Section (5.3.7) for standards regarding construction (Sector 23) and amend purchase 10.5 acres +/of real property located on Corporation Drive in the Pender to the real estateNOTICE within the last year or if you have acquired real property that has unlisted improvements, i.e. - new IMPORTANT SectionThe 5.2.3, Table ofproperties Permitted Uses, inzoned order toPD, allowPlanned for the following uses; construction, additions, decks, outbuildings…etc.

Administrations subject areHeavy Development Tax listing period will begin onporches, Sunday January 1, 2017 and end on Tuesday, January 31, 2017.

Commerce(92).

Park for the of Thirty-Eight FiveEngineering Hundred Dollars ($38,500.00) PENDER COUNTY PROPERTY OWNERS Construction of sum Buildings (NAICS 236), Thousand and Civil Construction zoningper district.

The properties are located along the east side ofofUS HWY (NAICS 237)Company. and Specialty Trade Ten Contractors (NAICS 238) permitted with use 17, acre from Fischer Within (10) days of the date this notice any person Tax estate listing period will begin onfor Sunday Januarywith 1, 2017 and end onon Tuesday, January 31, 2017. s made to real must be listed taxation its status January 1st of the You may list your property in person at the Tax Assessor’s office located at 300 E. Fremont Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 Monday standards in the GB, General Business zoning district.

Road 1618) exceeds and Deerfield Drivepurchase (SR 1673) Topsail mayHughes submit an upset(SR bid which the proposed priceinbythe at least ten percent through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. County offices will be closed on Monday January 2, 2017 and Monday January 16,between You may list your property in person at the Tax Assessor’s office located at 300 E. Fremont Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 Monday 2017 for Holiday.

For Additional Information: Contact Township andofmay be further identified by Pender County PINs: 3282-74-3515-0000, (10%) the first One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) and at least five percent (5%) of the through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. County offices will be closed on Monday January 2, 2017 and Monday January 16, Pender County Planning & Community Development 2017 for Holiday.

3282-74-6231-0000, 3282-74-1001-0000, and 3282-74-8862-0000. remainder of the purchase price.

The bid must be submitted to the Clerk to the Board with a 805 S Walker St You may also list your property by mail with a signed Pender County Listing Form.homes, uired new or have purchased and was previously unlisted such as mobile Burgaw, NC 28425 deposit in the amount of five (5%) percent of the total increased price.

You may also list your property by mail with a signed Pender County Listing Form.trucks, Phone 910-259-1202 multi-yearListing tagged trailers, and any unregistered or untagged automobiles, forms will only be mailed to those who listed taxable personal property in 2016. If you did not list in 2016 but now own Zoning Text Amendment taxable personal property have made changes to will your real property, may call the Pender Office (910) , farm equipment, and will business property need to beyou listed.

Listing forms only beorpersonal mailed to those who listed taxable personal property in 2016.

If you County did not Tax list in 2016 atbut now259own Travis Holder, applicant, is requesting the approval of a Zoning Text Amendment to 1221 to personal request that a formorbehave mailed to changes you. All to listings by mail must be (Not Metered) no Tax laterOffice than Tuesday, taxable property made your real property, youpostmarked may call the Pender County at (910) 259www.pendercountync.gov January 31, 2017.

1221 to request that a form be mailed to you. All listings by mail must be postmarked (Not Metered) no later than Tuesday, the Pender County Unified Development www.pendercountync.gov Ordinance. Specifically, the request is to able personal property are not required to list, unless improvements have been made January 31, 2017. add a Section (5.3.7) for standards regarding construction (Sector 23) and amend All persons who on January 1,has 2017unlisted own property subject to taxation list such property within the period set forth in this u have acquired real property that improvements, i.e.must - new All persons whoany onperson January 1, 2017 own must list such property notice and that who fails to do property so will besubject subjecttototaxation the penalties prescribed by law.within the period set forth in this Section 5.2.3, Table of Permitted Uses, in order to allow for the following uses; uildings…etc. notice and that any person who fails to do so will be subject to the penalties prescribed by law.

Construction of Buildings (NAICS 236), Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (NAICS 237) and Specialty Trade Contractors (NAICS 238) permitted with use

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust executed by LEROY ROBINSON and LEATHA M. ROBINSON (PRESENT RECORD OWNER: MAURICE V. CORBETT JR.), to Thurman E. Burnette, Trustee, dated July 26, 1990 and recorded in Book 757, Page 77, Pender County Registry, North Carolina; default having been made in the payment of the Note and Assumption Agreement thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Richard R. Foust, Attorney-at-Law, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina, and the holder of the Note and Assumption Agreement evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Pender County Courthouse, in the city of Burgaw, North Carolina at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying in Caswell Township, Pender County, North Carolina, adjacent to and Northeast of the graded centerline Of S.R. #1203 and being more fully described as follows: BEGINNING at a point in the graded centerline of S.R.#1203, said Beginning point is located North 450 49’ East 148.7 feet from the bottom of an old bent axel, the Beginning corner of James Rob Corbett’s 4-1/2 acre tract (see Deed Book 490, Page 131 of Pender County Registry), said Beginning point in S.R. #1203 approximately 1275 feet from the intersection of centerline’s of S.R. #1203 and S.R. #1100 (the northern most intersection of said roads); running thence from said Beginning point, so located, North 45° 49’ East 295.35 feet (passing over an in line stake at 30 feet) to an existing iron pipe; thence South 48° 12’ West 437.95 feet (passing over an in line stake at 407.95 feet) to a point in the graded centerline of S.R. #1203; thence with said centerline of S.R. #1203 North 20° 54’ 30” West 158.72 feet (chord) to the Beginning, containing 1.21 acres, more or less, after the exclusion of the right-of-way area of S.R. #1203 that lies within the above described boundaries; and is as surveyed, plotted and described

by William H. Blake, N.C.R.L.S. #L-2179.

Out of Deed Book 748, Page 649.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of Forty-Five cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS 7A-308 (a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer, and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS”. Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the Note secured by the Deed of Trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representatives of either the Trustee or the holder of the Note make any representation 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, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record any recorded releases.

That 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. 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.

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.

This the 10th day of August, 2016.

Richard R. Foust Substitute Trustee Richard R. Foust, Attorney at Law 204 Muirs Chapel Road, Suite 102 Greensboro, NC 27410 Ph. No. 336-834-0510 Fax No. 336.834.0160 #7542 12/29, 1/5/2016

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF HENDERSON COLE III 16 E 506 All persons, firms and corporations having claims against Henderson Cole III, deceased, are notified to exhibit them to Mark I. Nunalee, Resident Process Agent of the decedent’s estate, on or before March 30, 2017 at Post Office Box 598, Hampstead, NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Resident Process Agent.

Estate of Henderson Cole III c/o Mark I. Nunalee, Resident Process Agent BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #7565 12/29/16, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19/2017 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF HAROLD WEAVER JORDAN 16 E 505 All persons, firms and corporations having claims against Harold Weaver Jordan, deceased, are notified to exhibit them to Harold Wendell Jordan, Executor of the decedent’s estate, on or before March 30, 2017 at 406 E. Creekview Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Executor.

Harold Wendell Jordan, Executor Estate of Harold Weaver Jordan c/o Mark I. Nunalee BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #7566 12/29/16, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19/2017 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Clarence Edward Dodgens, late of 814 S. Bennett Street, Burgaw, N.C., Pender County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned at Post Office Box 625, 107 East Fremont Street, Burgaw, N.C. 28425 on or before the 5th day of April, 2017 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 19th day of December, 2016 Darrell Dodgens, Sr., Executor of the Estate of Clarence Edward Dodgens Zachary S. Rivenbark, Attorney at Law PO Box 625, Burgaw, N.C. 28425 #7567 12/29/16, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19/17 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 16 CVS 807 Federal National Mortgage Association (“Fannie Mae”), a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America Plaintiff, v.

Brian S. McGee a/k/a Brian McGee; Joann McGee a/k/a Joann Macerola; Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Defendant(s).

To: Brian S. McGee a/k/a Brian McGee 119 Azalea Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443 Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: 1. The Court declares that the Deed of Trust recorded in Book 3109 at Page 141 is a valid first lien on the Property as drawn.

2. That the Plaintiff’s lien on the Property be foreclosed by judicial sale pursuant to the provisions of N.C.G.S. § 1-339.1, et seq., by the Plaintiff’s Counsel or by a Commissioner especially appointed by the Court to serve without bond, with proceeds of the sale applied as required by law.

3. In the alternative, that the Court declares that Defendants Brian S. McGee a/k/a Brian McGee and Joann McGee holds the Property described herein subject to a constructive trust and equitable lien to the benefit of the Plaintiff; and 4. For such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than February 7, 2017, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought.

This, the 20th day of December, 2016.

BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC Matthew Herrle, NC Bar # 34815 Attorney for Plaintiff P.O. Box 3004 Wilmington, NC 28406 Phone: 910-392-4988 #7569 12/29/16, 1/5, 1/12/17

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16-SP-188 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by ROBERT WAYNE CANADY, III AND BRITTANY BATSON CANADY to JAMES C. BLAINE Trustee(s), dated the 23RD day of MARCH, 2015 and recorded in BOOK 4554, PAGE 37, PENDER County Registry, North Carolina, Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, ANDERSON & STRICKLAND, P.A., having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of PENDER County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door, in the City of BURGAW, PENDER County, North Carolina at 11:30 A.M. ON NOVEMBER 23RD, 2016, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of PENDER, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 170, Phase VIII of Summit Ridge as shown on a plat recorded in Map Book 45, page 56 of the Pender County Registry. Subject to restrictive covenants recorded in Book 1254, page 295, Book 1353, page 109, Book 1435, page 86, Book 1455, page 343 and Book 4211, page 196. Said property being located at: 744 RIDGECREST LANE, ROCKY POINT, NC 28457 PRESENT RECORD OWNER BEING: ROBERT WAYNE CANADY, III AND BRITTANY ROSE BATSON CANADY Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. 45-21.23. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the statutory final assessment fee of forty-five cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. 7A308 (a) (1), and any applicable county and/or state land transfer tax and/or revenue tax. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price so bid, in cash or certified check, at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance of the purchase price so bid, at that time he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.G.S. 45-21.30(d) and (e). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/ security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation 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, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (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. That an Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the Notice of Sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. The notice shall also state that 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. N.C.G.S. 45-21.16(b)(2).

This the 26TH day of October, 2016.

Michael W. Strickland, as Attorney for and President of ANDERSON & STRICKLAND,P.A., Substitute Trustee 210 East Russell Street, Suite 104 Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301 (910) 483-3300 #7570 12/29/16, 1/5/17 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COUNTY OF PENDER 2016 E 481 Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Ellen Elizabeth Wells Johnson of Pender County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the Estate of said Ellen Elizabeth Wells Johnson to present them to Ellen B. Smith, 214 Heritage Park Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401, Executrix by April 1, 2017 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate please make immediate payment.

This 12th day of December 2016.

R. V. Biberstein, Jr. Attorney for Ellen B. Smith, Executrix P. O. Box 428 Burgaw, NC 28425 #7561 12/22/16, 12/29/16, 1/5/17, 1/12/17

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF HERBERT WARREN WORDEN 16 E 479 All persons, firms and corporations having claims against Herbert Warren Worden, deceased, are notified to exhibit them to Mark I. Nunalee, Executor of the decedent’s estate, on or before March 23, 2017 at Post Office Box 598, Hampstead, NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery.

Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Executor.

Mark I. Nunalee, Executor Estate of Herbert Warren Worden BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #7563 12/22/16, 12/29/16, 1/5/17, 1/12/17 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF RITA CITARELLI 16 E 478 All persons, firms and corporations having claims against Rita Citarelli, deceased, are notified to exhibit them to Mark Citarelli, Administrator of the decedent’s estate, on or before March 23, 2017 at 125 Topsail Lake Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Administrator.

Mark Citarelli, Administrator Estate of Rita Citarelli c/o Mark I. Nunalee BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #7562 12/22/16, 12/29/16, 1/5/17, 1/12/17 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 51 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by William P. Corbett and Betty L. Corbett and Pamela Sue Saunders, (William P. Corbett, deceased) to Craig A. Williamson, Trustee(s), dated the 31st day of August, 2004, and recorded in Book 2471, Page 191, in Pender County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on January 17, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: In Rocky Point Township, Pender County, North Carolina; at the intersection of N.C. Highway #40 (formerly U.S. Highway #421, then N.C. Highway #210) with U.S. Highway #117. Bound on the West by the 200 foot right-of-way of U.S. Highway #117, on the North by a portion of this same tract that was sold to E.B. Towles Construction Company by Alex A. Miller; on the East by the 130 foot right-of-way of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad; and on the South by the old road from Wilmington, N.C. to Fayetteville, N.C. via Blossom’s old ferry across the North East Cape Fear River; BEGINNING at a stake in the Eastern line of U.S. Highway #117’s 200 foot right-of-way at the point where it crosses the North edge of the old Wilmington, N.C. to Fayetteville, N.C. public road, said stake and point of crossing is South 54 degrees 05 minutes East 132.4 feet from a steel pin located in the centerline of the present paved portion of U.S. Highway #117 at the point where the centerline of the N.C. Highway #40 (formerly U.S. Highway #421) intersects the said line of U.S. Highway #117, running thence from said Beginning stake with the curved Eastern right-of-way line of U.S. Highway #117, it being 127 feet when measured at a 90 degree angle from the centerline of the present paved portion of the highway, to a point in line at or near; the Northern termination of the curve, the chord of the curve between the last two named points being North 22 degrees 25 minutes East 241 feet; thence continuing with the right-ofway line North 25 degrees 45 minutes East 700 feet to a point in line at or near, the beginning of another curve of the right-of-way line; thence with the right-of-way line as it curves to the Northern termination point of the highway’s 200 foot right-of-way, the chord of the curved line between the last two named points being North 21 degrees 35 minutes East 416.9 feet; thence North 72 degrees 45 minutes West 52 feet to a concrete right-of-way marker located 75 feet Eastward from the highway’s paved portion and at the Southern termination point of the highway’s 150 foot right-of-way; thence with the Eastern right-of-way line as it curves to a 1 inch pipe in line; the chord of the curve between the last two named points being North 15 degrees 25 minutes East 277.9 feet; the said 1 inch pipe is E.B. Towles Construction Company’s beginning corner of his

Alex A. Miller tract; thence with said Towles’ last line (reversed) South 76 degrees 55 minutes East 238 feet to a stake in the Western line of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company’s 130 foot right-of-way; thence with the said right-of-way line as it curves the following chord courses and distances from point to point; South 16 degrees 00 minutes West 885.1 feet; and South 15 degrees 20 minutes West 885.1 feet to a stake in line at the point where said line crosses the Northern edge of the old road that led from Wilmington, N.C., to Fayetteville, N.C. via Blossom’s Old Ferry across the North East Cape Fear River; thence along the Northern edge of the said road North 54 degrees 05 minutes West 390.7 feet to the Beginning, containing 10.25 acres, more or less. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 11520 US Highway 117 South, Rocky Point, North Carolina.

It being expressly understood that in case of abandonment of either the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad or the highway from Wilmington to Burgaw (now US #117), or both, the area now reserved as right-of-way for either or both shall become the property of the grantees herein or their heirs and assigns. Surveyed and described by M.R. Walton, R.S., September 13, 1958.

LESS AND EXCEPT THE FOLLOWING TRACTS OF LAND: TRACT ONE: BEGINNING at a point located South 54 degrees 05 minutes East 132.4 feet from a steel pin at the intersection of the center lines of the paved portions of U.S. Highway #117 and N.C. Highway #40; thence from said point so located North 22 degrees 25 minutes East 241.0 feet with the curved rightof-way line of U.S. Highway #117; thence North 25 degrees 45 minutes East 179.0 feet with the curved right-of-way line of U.S. Highway #117; thence South 67 degrees 35 minutes East 316.37 feet; thence South 15 degrees 20 minutes West 515.13 feet with the curved right-ofway line of the Seaboard Coast Line Railroad to a point in the railroad right-of-way at the north edge of the old road from Wilmington, N.C., to Fayetteville, N.C.; thence North 54 degrees 05 minutes West 390.7 feet to the BEGINNING, containing 3.68 acres more or less. (This description is based upon a survey as shown by map entitled “Map of Corbett & Verzaal”, and prepared by M.R. Walton, a surveyor, dated 12 September, 1958.

TRACT TWO: Beginning at an iron stake in the Eastern right-of-way line of U.S. Highway 117, being E.B. Towles Construction Company’s beginning corner of its Alex A. Miller tract and Howard R. Corbett’s and wife, Inez T. Corbett’s Northwesternmost corner of their Verzaal tract running thence with the above rightof-way line southwardly two hundred and fifty feet to a point, thence South 72 degrees 45 minutes East to the Western right-of-way line of the Seaboard Coast Line Railroad, thence northwardly with the foregoing rightof-way line to the E.B. Towles Construction Company-Corbett lines, thence North 76 degrees 55 minutes West two hundred and thirty-eight feet to the Beginning. The foregoing tract is a part of that land described in the deed to Howard R. Corbett and wife, Inez T. Corbett, from Adrain R. Verzaal and wife, Joanna C. Verzaal, recorded in Deed Book 381, at Page 397, of the Pender County Registry.

All calls and distances are in accordance with the map entitled “Corbett & Verzaal” prepared by M.R. Walton and dated September 12, 1958.

TRACT THREE: Beginning at an existing iron pipe in the Eastern Margin of U.S. Highway 117 (127 feet right-of-way from Center). Said beginning iron pipe is located from the point of intersection of the Centerlines of U.S. Highway 117 and N.C. Highway 133 South 54 degrees 01 minutes 21 seconds East 134.30 feet to an iron pipe set beside a broken N.C. Department of Transportation Right-of-way monument and North 22 degrees 03 minutes 15 seconds East 241.00 feet and North 22 degrees 49 minutes 32 seconds East 175.84 feet when measured along the Eastern Margin of U.S. Highway 117 to the beginning iron pipe. Said beginning iron pipe being so located runs thence as follows: 1. With the eastern margin of Highway 117 North 26 degrees 25 minutes 27 seconds East 486.58 feet to a new iron pipe set in the eastern margin of U.S. 117 (127 feet from the centerline of pavement); thence, 2. A new line South 68 degrees 49 minutes 38 seconds East 223.66 feet to a new iron stake in the western margin of the 130.00 feet wide rightof-way (65 feet from the center) of the abandoned Seaboard Coastline Railroad bed; thence, 3. With the western margin of said right-of-way as it curves a chord of South 15 degrees 40 minutes 58 seconds West 490.34 feet to an existing iron pipe; thence, 4. With an old line North 68 degrees 10 minutes 52 seconds West 315.13 feet to the point of beginning.

The above described lot or tract of land contains 3.00 acres to be the same, more or less, and is a portion of the lands described in a Deed recorded in Deed Book 763, Page 145, in the Pender County Registry.

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as

the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A308(a)(1).

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

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

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

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

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

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1167641 (FC.FAY) #7534 1/5, 1/12/2017 The Town of Topsail Beach Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. This meeting will be held in the Meeting Room of the Topsail Beach Town Hall, located at 820 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach, North Carolina.

The purpose of this meeting is for a Closed Session to discuss legal matters as provided by North Carolina General Statute § 143-318.11 (a)(3). The Board will consider Grier Fleischhauer et al vs. Town of Topsail Beach, North Carolina, File No. 16CVS-1099.

Contact Topsail Beach Administration at 910-328-1349 for additional information. #7571 1/5/2017

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NC leads nation in National Board Certified Teachers North Carolina continues to lead the nation in numbers of teachers who have earned certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, with 99 additional teachers gaining the endorsement from the Arlington, Va., based organization earlier this month.

Nearly 21,000 teachers in North Carolina have attained national certification, which is based on a rigorous performance-based assessment that typically takes from one to three years to complete and measures what accomplished teachers and counselors should know and be able to do.

Nationally, 533 teachers earned certification in 201516, raising the total among all states to nearly 113,000. In addition, almost 3,400 teachers nationally achieved recertification, including 916 teachers

in North Carolina.

State Superintendent June Atkinson congratulated the newly-certified and recertified teachers saying, “I’m pleased North Carolina continues to be a leader in National Board Certified teachers. North Carolina teachers show us every year that they are willing to accept the added challenge to strengthen their craft and improve teaching and learning for students.”

North Carolina accounts for almost 21 percent (20.83) of all teachers nationally who are certified by the teaching standards organization. Florida ranks second with 13,576 followed by South Carolina (8,928), Washington (8,596) and California (6,426).

In addition, five North Carolina public school districts placed in the top 20 districts nationally for numbers of teachers with national cer-

tification: Wake County remained first with 2,522; Charlotte-Mecklenburg is fourth with 1,959; Guilford County is ninth with 774; WinstonSalem/Forsyth is 15th with 555; and Buncombe County is 16th with 541.

The NBPTS also ranked the top 50 public and private universities and colleges with the highest number of alumni with the national credential. Nine North Carolina universities or colleges made the top 50: Appalachian State University was first with 1,999, East Carolina University, second with 1,983; the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, fourth with 1,307; the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, fifth with 1,299; the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, seventh with 1,155; North Carolina State University, 17th with 862; Western Carolina

University, 19th with 841; the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, 23rd with 790; and Meredith College, 45th with 432.

Teachers in North Carolina who achieve certification receive a 12 percent salary supplement to their regular pay that is good for the 10year life of the certification.

They also are awarded eight continuing education credits (CEUs).

North Carolina supports teachers pursuing national certification by providing lowinterest loans to pay the $1,900 assessment fee and three paid release days from nor mal teaching duties for new candidates to develop their portfolios. Also, the State Board of Education awards a North Carolina teaching license to out-of-state teachers who are employed in North Carolina and who possess the national

certification.

Certification by the National Board is the highest credential in the teaching profession, and participation is voluntary.

As a part of the certification process, candidates build a portfolio that includes student work samples, assignments, videotapes and a thorough analysis of their classroom teaching. Certification is currently available to educators in 25 fields.

The National Board in 2014-15 revised its certification process to make it more flexible and affordable while maintaining the same rigorous standards. Teachers can still earn certification in one year but can choose to take several years depending on their personal circumstances.

The overall cost has decreased and candidates may pay for and submit each component separately.

Topsail

It saved the Pirates from a horrid performance – especially in the first half – where they shot 4-for-23 (17.4 percent) from the field and trailed 13-11 at the intermission. It was only that close because the Stallions also struggled (6-for-23) to score.

Tartaglione connected for five of his team-high 11 points in the third quarter and the Pirate defense limited South to 89 point (South never hit

double digits in a period) but they still trailed 22-21 entering the final eight minutes of regulation.

“Sometimes they come like that,” Rochelle said. “I told the guys in the win/lose column there’s only W’s and L’s, there’s no asterisk, there’s no little sidebars that say how you played, so all that matters is we won the game. We definitely struggled tonight but they didn’t lose the game,

we did what we needed to do to win.”

Topsail finished 11-for-44 (25 percent) from the field and 12-for-18 (66/7 percent) from the free-throw line. The Stallions were 14-for-50 (28 percent) from the field and just 2-for-7 at the line.

Topsail now heads back into (Mid-Easter n 3A/4A) conference play. The Pirates were at Ashley Tuesday, are home Friday versus New

Hanover, and head to (3A) West and South Brunswick next week for crucial games – hopefully with a renewed confidence.

“Hopefully these past two weeks helped,” Rochelle said.

We can play with anybody, I know we can, but we have to play our game and not worry about who we’re playing. If we do what we can control then we’ll be fine.”

sports improve.

R is for Aaron Rimer, the new Topsail baseball coach.

There is talent in the Pirate program and our wish is your leadership can keep them at the top of the heap.

S is for Topsail freshman Julia Sullivan. Here’s our wish that your obvious threesport skills continue to improve, and that your highschool career is successful and productive.

T is for Trask football Coach Jonathan Taylor. Our

wish is that last year’s recordbreaking success and winning record translate to continued success in the future.

U is for understanding.

While officials do make the occasional bad call, they are not wrong all the time. Unfortunately the stands are all too often filled with fans who don’t know the rules, nor do they understand the game. Try sending a better message on sportsmanship to the kids.

V is for former Pender

football Coach Bob Via. Here’s that you find a teaching and coaching job at another school in the future.

W is for Topsail girls’ basketball player Sierra Winstead. An illness curtailed the first two months of her senior year so our wish is that good health allows you to find your place on the court.

X is for the X-tra effort that is necessary to get to the top of your respective game.

Turn off the computer and video games, and do the work

to improve your skills.

Y is for you, our readers and friends. Thank you for your continued loyalty. At the Post & Voice we do our best to give you the best coverage – both news and sports – we can. We truly appreciate you.

Z is for Topsail wrestling brothers (sophomore) Zack and (freshman) Tyler Still.

The talent is there, and continued hard work in the wrestling room will bring it out in our matches.

“Coach tells us if you’re not guarding the ball put your butt on whoever is next to you and make sure they don’t get the ball.”

“This feels great. I think we wanted to win this tournament a lot. We knew they had the one great player but the key was to put a person on her, then concentrate on stopping the other players.”

Rachel Kapiko and Carmen Pyrtle scored four points for Topsail, with Kapiko grabbing six rebounds and Lauren Caveness getting nine boards.

It wasn’ t easy a g ainst South Columbus but the Lady Pirates took an early lead, trailed just once in the game for a period of 1:17.3 seconds, and used a suffocating defense to advance to the finals with a

36-30 win over the Lady Stallions Tuesday.

South Columbus (5-3) stayed close, trailing 14-13 at halftime, and took the lead at 21-19 on a basket by Sarah Faulk with 2:00 remaining in the third quarter. But Pyrtle answered for the Lady Pirates with a three-point jumper with 42.7 ticks on the third-quarter clock, and outside of a 22-22 deadlock with 15.0 seconds in the period, Topsail never trailed again after Julia Sullivan’s trey with 6.1 left gave them a lead they held the rest of the way.

Sullivan (eight points, 10 rebounds, two assists, and a steal) scored all her points in the second half, including five in the fourth quarter, as she and Bryant combined for

10 of Topsail’s 11 points in the period. Bryant led all scorers with 12 points.

“We talked about things before the game how coming off these holiday breaks you never know what you’re going to get because everyone’s kind of sitting around,” Ellington said. “But our mentality is eight points, if we can hold a team under eight points in each quarter then we should be in good shape, and two games (a 37-27 win over Laney before the break) where we were able to do that.”

C ave n e s s a d d e d e i g h t points. Little had three points but did a yeoman’s work (eight) on the boards despite facing off against Spencer (10 points, 12 rebounds, six blocked shots). The Topsail

defense also limited South’s leading scorer – Hailey Sarvis – to three points on one trey.

“I scheduled a tough preconference schedule, Northside, North Brunswick twice and we took some lumps early but, hopefully, playoff time down the rod the committee will look at that and say, ‘That’s a pretty good team down there and they deserve a spot.’”

A sure-fire way to win a spot is to do well in the tough Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference. At 1-1 already, the Lady Pirates visited Ashley (4-7, 1-1) Tuesday and play host to New Hanover (10-2, 2-0) Friday, and travel to 3A West Brunswick (2-6, 0-1) Monday and 3A South Brunswick (4-6, 0-2) Wednesday.

contest in overtime. The final score was 61-58.

The Hurricanes were determined to be successful in their home tournament. Last year the Titans beat the host team by 22 points. This year the Hurricanes were set on avenging that loss.

Cape Fear took a 15-9 lead into the second period. The teams battled to a 15-15 draw in the second quarter with the Hurricanes holding a six-point advantage going into the half.

Trask evened the score after three quarters of play

behind a stellar effort from freshman Jujuan Carr. The game would be decided in the final eight minutes of play, or would it?

Both teams played inspired basketball in the fourth frame.

The scoreboard showed 54 for each team when the buzzer sounded. A four-minute overtime was in store for both teams. Cape Fear outlasted the Titans in the extra period, taking the three point win. Carr led the Titans with a season high 25 points.

The Titans (6-4/1-0) contin-

ued Four County Conference play on Tuesday. They hosted West Bladen. They were at East Bladen on Wednesday before hosting Midway on Friday.

Lady Titans continue to struggle The Heide Trask Lady Titans are in the midst of a rebuilding period that includes their third coach in as many seasons. That rebuilding effort continued through the holiday break as the Ladies dropped two non-conference games at the Cape Fear Holiday Chal-

lenge.

Coach Laverne Lampkins young squad opened the tournament with a 60-40 loss to Harrells Christian Academy.

Angel Boykin led the Titans with a season high 19 points in the loss.

Next up was the Coastal Christian Academy girls. This game was much closer but the Centurions used a big third frame to take the win. Boykin again led the Titans with 12 points.

The Lady Titans (0-8) hosted West Bladen on Tuesday.

Continued from page 8A ticks left, and the guilty player protested too vehemently, and too long, and Baker hit four in a row to put the Pirates up 34-31. After a Stallion turnover Baker was fouled again and iced the win with another free throw with 0:04.0 remaining.

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Continued from page 8A some very good players retur ning here’s a wish the Lady Pirates find their way back to the top in the conference.

Q is for questionable as in the many questionable calls in all the sports. This does not refer to ALL officials, as there are many good ones. Here’s our wish that officiating in all

Lady Pirates

Continued from page 8A on the Lady Cougars, leading 14-5 after one period and 24-15 at halftime. East Columbus got to within one (26-25) with 2:20 left in the third period but that was their last hurrah. The Lady Pirates led by 12 (41-29) with 3:36 remaining before the Lady Gators went on an 11-4 run to make things interesting before falling short at the final buzzer.

Little had six of her 12 points in the crucial fourth quarter, two of her baskets he result of offensive rebounds.

“Really, I think the rebounding comes from the work we put in at practice,” Little said.

Trask

Continued from page 8A 18 points and seven rebounds.

He was the only Titan in double digits. Jaylen Mashack contributed eight points. Trask shot just 39 percent from the free throw line.

The Titans final game of the week was against the Host school Cape Fear Academy.

Again the Titans ended up in the loss column as the Hurricanes took a very competitive

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Subject to all restrictions, reservations & easements now of record, if any.

Parcel ID NUmber: 32232833710000 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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By Lori Kirkpatrick, Staff Writer

Thinking of kicking off 2017 by learning something new? Dancing Davis Studios opened its doors in Hampstead Jan. 2. The studio, owned by Davis Canady and Emily Smith, offers classes for all styles of couples dancing, as well as private instruction. No partner is necessary, since in group classes they rotate so that everyone dances with each other. For private lessons, you can come by yourself or with a friend. Classes are open to anyone who wants to learn and have fun. Canady and Smith believe that everyone who has a heart beat has rhythm, and even two left feet can learn to dance.

Canady has been teaching dance for 26 years. He has choreographed dance scenes for several television shows and movies including YaYa Sisterhood, Muppets from Space, and A Soldier’s Daughter Never Cries. He has competed in ballroom and swing dance competitions, and continues to dance competitively today. Canady and Smith have been dancing together for nearly 20 years, and started a dance partnership about three or four years ago. Together they teach all types of couples dancing that include both international and American ballroom dance, Latin, country western, and swing dances.

“We like teaching and sharing our passions for couples dancing because everywhere we go, we find and meet new people and friends through dance. We’re always dancing with other people, commingling while we dance.

It teaches and shares great social behavior skills that are kind of lost in our generation today,“ said Canady.

Canady owned a studio in Wilmington years ago. Since he closed it in 1998, he has been teaching independently.

He has been traveling across eight counties, going as far north as New Bern and Oriental, and as far south as N. Myrtle Beach. He said that he got tired of traveling, so now he is working towards becoming more centralized in Hampstead. “ We h ave s eve r a l g r o u p c l a s s e s s c h e d u l e d . We ’ l l s t i l l b e g o i n g t o M y r t l e B e a c h o n T u e s d ay s a n d t o N e w B e r n o n T h u r s d ay e v e n i n g . We h av e g r o u p c l a s s e s a l most every day, and we’re also available for private when it’s not group time,” said Smith.

Dancing Davis Studios will offer a lunchtime workout on Mondays at noon. Intro to ballroom will be held Mondays at 11 a.m. Swing classes, Latin and basic shag classes are scheduled for Wednesdays. Tuesday night they will be at the Pender County Shrine Club in Rocky Point teaching shag.

“For our studio, we encourage people to register. Right now, we’re just doing registration over the phone, but eventually we’re hoping to do some online registration. We’re still trying to get that up and running. As far as the Shrine Club goes, people don’t have to register for that,” said Smith.

At the studio, class size will be limited to 20 so that more attention can be given to individual techniques, weaknesses and strengths. A typical class lasts about 55 minutes, with a five-minute review. Canady said that he allows students to video in order to provide a working diary of what they’ve been practicing.

“Within our second or third month, we’ll begin having intermediate and advanced beginner classes. Then, probably six months from now, we’ll start having intermediate advanced and advanced classes. Hopefully in February, we’ll start an after school children’s class to try to teach a newer generation some of the dancing. We are thinking about a pre-cotillion class, a junior shag class or a young adult ballroom class. Depending on how much interest we have from the area, we’ll expand and have more specifics on ages and that kind of thing,” said Canady.

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Knowing and known

By Dr. Ray W. Mendenhall Contributing Writer The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep hear his voice. He calls his own by name and leads them out‌ and the sheep follow because they know his voice‌. I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me.

John 10: 3-4, 14 The word ‘knowing� is a very broad word and can mean different things. There is knowing about Jesus: where he was born, when he lived, how he died. We know about his words and life, what he said and how he lived.

This is factual knowing, that is knowing facts about Jesus. But that knowing will not bring salvation. Just knowing about Jesus is not enough. What we want in this enterprise of faith is for people to know Jesus himself.

This is a more personal knowing. It involves experiencing Jesus, having a personal relationship with Him. Our goal as we reach out with the gospel story is for everyone to come a know Jesus as a personal savior and friend.

In the chapter 10 of John, Jesus talks about our relationship with him in terms of the relationship between a shepherd and his sheep. The shepherd knows his sheep and the sheep know his voice.

Sheep don’t follow because the know about the shepherd.

They follow because the know the shepherd. They know how

he is, how he treats them.

They know how he cares for them and how he gently leads them. The sheep follow the shepherd because they have a relationship with him and they have learned to trust him to lead them aright.

But the sheep follow also because they are known. Its not just that they know the shepherd, but that the shepherd knows them. He calls them by name. he knows all their needs. He understands their differences. The shepherd knows each sheep by name. He knows them at their deepest places.

By the same token, the sheep do not follow the stranger. They do not know his voice, his tone, his manner. He doesn’t sound right or smell right or act right.

Unlike their true shepherd, there is nothing about the stranger that is familiar.

They don’t know him and more than that the shepherd does not know the sheep. It is in knowing and being known that there is safety and peace.

It is in knowing and being known that there is love and care. It is in knowing and being known that there is familiarity and favor.

It is this manner of knowing and being known that for John is at the heart of the Christian life. We follow Jesus because we know him. We know how he has led and fed us in the past. We know how he has kept us and cared for us. We know how he will let

nothing harm us and so we trust him. But also we live in the comfort and peace of being known. Jesus knows our every way and every need.

He knows our weaknesses and our strengths. He knows us better than we know ourselves for he knows us as God knows us.

As we reach out to others with the message of Jesus, we want them to grow in faith. We want them to know Jesus as one they can depend on and trust in all of life. We want them to learn to recognize His presence and His spirit and learn to depend on Him to guide them.

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Jesus knows you, Jesus knows me and so He can minister to our every need. He knows us as God knows us, so we need never fear or want for anything.

As the psalmist reminds us‌ The Lord is my shepherd‌I shall not want. And so we shall not, for the shepherd knows us, the shepherd knows our every need.

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st. Joseph the worker CatholiC ChurCh

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

riley’s Creek Baptist ChurCh

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

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

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

160 Camp Kirkwood Road, Watha, NC

910-470-4436

Pastor John Fedoronko

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

Calvary Chapel CommuNity ChurCh

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

westview uNited methodist ChurCh

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

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.

Pastor Judy Jeremias Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

missioN Baptist ChurCh

JordaNs Chapel uNited methodist ChurCh

607 S. Walker Street • Burgaw, NC 28425

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

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

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

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. m ary’s ChurCh

200 E. Fremont St. • Burgaw, NC 28425

www.BurgawBaptistChurch.org

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

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

Burgaw Baptist ChurCh

100 E. Bridgers Street • Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-4310

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.

1303 Hwy. 117 • Burgaw, NC • 910-259-2601

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.

Different style recipes

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Hope’s Cooking Corner

By Hope Cusick Contributing Writer Start the new year off with some different style recipes.

Citrus is plentiful in the winter months and is very healthy for you. The lemon cake recipe below is very tasty. Add more lemon if you like it real tart.

Short ribs are always a comfort food and with buttered noodles they are a treat. For a special dish the coconut shrimp is easy to make and works well with a nice salad and maybe some sweet potato fries.

If you have leftover champagne from the holidays the champagne pound cake will make good use of it. Other sparkling white wines may be substituted.

Enjoy!

Red wine braised short ribs 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 large celery rib, finely chopped 1 large carrot, finely chopped 2 tablespoons tomato paste or ketchup 2 tablespoons all-pur pose flour 2 cups dry red wine 2 cups beef or chicken stock or broth 2 tablespoons canola oil 4 Four two inch-thick short ribs with bone Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Buttered egg noodles, for serving In a large, Dutch oven, melt the butter. Add the onion, celery and carrot, cover and cook over moderate heat until slightly softened, about five minutes.

Uncover and cook until the vegetables are lightly browned, about three minutes longer.

Stir in the tomato paste.

Add the flour and cook for one minute, stirring. Add the wine and beef stock; and bring to a simmer.

Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet. Season the ribs with salt and pepper, add them

to the skillet and cook over moderately high heat, turning, until they are well browned, about 10-15 minutes.

Transfer short ribs to the Dutch oven. Partially cover and cook over moderately low heat until very tender, about two hours.

Transfer the ribs to a plate, and remove the bones, if desired.

Strain the sauce into a heatproof measuring cup and skim off the fat. Return the sauce to the Dutch oven and boil until reduced to two cups, about 10 minutes. Return the meat to the sauce and simmer over low heat until heated through.

Serve ribs with egg noodles.

Smothered chicken casserole Mexican style 1 tablespoon canola oil 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise 1 one ounce package taco seasoning mix 1 15 ounce jar salsa con queso ¾ cups half-and-half 1 medium pablamo pepper, seeded and diced 1 medium red or orange bell pepper, seeded, chopped 2½ cups cooked white rice 1 cup or four ounces Mexican cheese blend, shredded Chopped tomatoes and chopped fresh cilantro, if desired Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Vegetable spray a 13x9inch baking dish or 2½ quart casserole with cooking spray.

In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning mix. Cook chicken in oil 6-8 minutes, turning once, until golden brown on both sides.

Depending on thickness of chicken, it may not be cooked all the way through at this point but will finish baking in the oven.

In large bowl, stir together salsa con queso, half-and-half, and chopped pablamo pepper; stir in bell pepper. Reserve one-fourth of the sauce mixture. Stir rice into remaining sauce mixture.

Place rice mixture in casserole; top with chicken. Top with reserved sauce mixture, then shredded cheese. Cover with foil.

Bake 20 minutes; uncover and bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until sauce bubbles and juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165 degrees).

Cool 10 minutes. Garnish with tomatoes and cilantro.

Coconut shrimp 1 pound fresh medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, thawed if

frozen, tail shells removed 1 cup Original Bisquick mix 1 large egg ¾ cup milk 1 cup vegetable oil 2½ cups flaked coconut ½ cup mild chili sauce ½ cup apricot preserves Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In medium bowl, mix Bisquick mix, egg, and milk. Add shrimp; gently stir to coat well. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.

In shallow dish, place half of the coconut (add remaining coconut after coating half of the shrimp).

Cooking in batches, remove shrimp from batter, one at a time and coat with coconut; place in oil in a single layer.

Cook 3-4 minutes, tur ning once, until coating is crispy and golden brown and shrimp are pink (cut one shrimp open to check for doneness). Drain on paper towels.

In small bowl, mix chili sauce and apricot preserves.

Serve shrimp with sauce for dipping.

Lemon cream cheese coffee cake Batter 2½ cups Original Bisquick™ mix 2 large eggs 1 cup granulated sugar ¾ cup milk 2 tablespoons grated lemon peel 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons melted butter Cream cheese mixture 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened 1 large egg ¼ cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 2 teaspoons lemon juice Streusel ½ cup Original Bisquick mix ¼ cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Vegetable spray 13 x 9-inch

pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, add 2 ½ cups Bisquick mix. In large measuring cup or bowl, beat two eggs, one cup sugar, milk, two tablespoons lemon peel, and two tablespoons lemon juice.

Fold into Bisquick, followed by melted butter. Spread batter in pan.

In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese mixture ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and combined. Drop mixture by tablespoonfuls all over top of batter; swirl using butter knife.

In small bowl, mix onehalf cup Bisquick mix, ¼ cup sugar and one tablespoon lemon peel.

Cut in cold butter using pastry blender or by pinching with clean fingers until you get coarse, sandy crumbs.

Spread streusel over top of batter.

Bake 30-35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and edges of cake are golden. Cool on cooling rack at least 20 minutes before serving.

Easy champagne pound cake 1¼ cups butter 2½ cups granulated sugar 5 large eggs Pinch of salt 3¼ cups all-purpose flour 1¼ cups of champagne 1 cup confectioners’ sugar Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

With an electric mixer in a bowl beat butter until smooth at medium speed.

Add in granulated sugar, eggs, flour, and a pinch of salt.

Pour in one cup of champagne.

Mix well. Pour into greased Bundt pan.

Bake at 400 degrees for 2025 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean and cake pulls away from the sides.

Cool on wire rack for 10-12 minutes then turn out on wire rack to cool completely.

For the icing, whisk ¼ cup champagne and powdered sugar. Drizzle on top of completely cooled cake.

Thursday, January 5 •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.\ •The Hampstead Lions Club meets on the first and third Thursday of the month at noon at Topsail Presbyterian Church Highway 17. For more information about the Lions Club please call Val at 910-231-6003.

Friday, January 6 •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 January 10 •Al-Anon meets every Tuesday at Hampstead United Methodist Church 7 p.m. in Room 9 for family and friends of alcoholics. Call 910-512-3353 for more information •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 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, January 11 •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, January 12 •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.

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CFCC offers EMT night course Cape Fear Community College’s Public Service Department will offer a new evening Emergency Medical Technician course beginning Jan. 9.

The class will focus on patient care in a pre-hospital setting and prepare students to take the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services credentialing exam at the EMT Basic level.

Topics will include patient assessment, airway management, CPR/AED use, hemorrhage and shock management, splinting, spinal injury management, pediatric treatments, and obstetrical emergencies.

This class will be held Mondays, Thursdays and four Saturdays, from 6-10 p.m. at CFCC’s North Campus in Castle Hayne to better accom-

modate students’ schedules.

Troy Bowling, EMS Program Director, welcomes the interest for a broader class schedule.

“This night class will benefit those that cannot attend day classes due to work or family schedules. I am excited for more students to benefit from the career opportunities this class provides.”

SUBSCRIBE TODAY!!!

Call 910.259.9111 For More Information

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Dolphin Dip 2017

Staff photos by Andy & Katie Pettigrew