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WHAT WE SELL Real estate Restaurant equipment Commercial industrial & municipal surplus Vehicles & heavy equipment

Official local representative for Wester Auction — from Durham to the mountains —

We buy, sell, repair & steamclean equipment

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1704 South Mebane St, Burlington NC

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We treat every patient with loving care during every checkup, procedure and surgery, as if they were our own. Your pet's health is our life's passion

Monday 7:30am – 7pm Tue - Wed - Thu 7:30am – 7pm Friday 7:30am – 6pm Saturday 8am – 4pm Sunday CLOSED

As a Burlington Magazine contributor, readers are accustomed to reading my articles about real estate, and I'll definitely get back to that in future articles. Because of the troubling times we are all facing right now, I'd instead like to shine a light on the work of a really important organization here in Burlington: Allied Churches of Almance County (ACAC).

ACAC is a vital part of our county and during this time even helped renters of properties I manage when they struggled to make rent. To quote directly from their website, "The mission of ACAC is to prevent and end homelessness and food insecurity through providing direct service and lead ership in collaborative community efforts." ACAC also operates an emergency shelter; they offer job and education related ser vices, meals and emergency food at their

Community Kitchen, “Joe's Diner,” where everyone in our community is welcome! You might even see one of our city council members enjoying a meal here.

I’ve had the pleasure of working with and getting to know the leadership team at ACAC. This team models strength, creativity and constructive cohesion. They operate with a dedication that keeps their mission alive and strong. Jai Baker, at the top as the director, will be the first to tell you that without the love and hard work of his team, they would not be the community service center that they’ve become — AND without the support of the community, Allied Churches would not have the resources to continue doing the wonderful, important work they do.

Please visit them on Facebook or visit their website at alliedchurches.org. If you or someone you know could use their help, just give them a call at (336) 229-0881 On both their Facebook page and website, you'll also see what you can do to donate your time, money and/or necessary items, if you’re able. This is very much a time for us all to pull together and ACAC sets a beautiful example of that.

Have real estate questions? Call us at (919) 599-1172

Real Estate Expert CATHRYN HARTWELL

Cathryn Hartwell's background in teaching, catering & real estate sales gives her a unique perspective when it comes to fulfilling her customers' needs. She has established herself as a key member of the community by supporting, initiating & hosting community events in tandem with local art groups & businesses in efforts to promote community awareness & networking. She has a keen interest in actively participating in her adopted hometown of Burlington's upward motion to become more prosperous. Specializing in property management, she helps her clients find the right investment properties — within their budgets — seeing them all the way through to ensuring the properties are ready to rent. Cathryn's extensive knowledge of property management gives her clients the edge they need in everything from finding the right properties to keeping abreast of changing state & federal rules, regulations & policies. "Clear communication & transparency is key," says Cathryn. "My clients know they can count on me to give the same care and consideration to their properties that I would give to my own. I recently joined Real Estate Experts group because of our similar core values." She adds, "AND it gave me the opportunity I've been looking for to be situated in the heart of Downtown Burlington — where all the action is!"

Experience the difference when your agent cares

Burlington NC ♦ (919) 599-1172

TOULOUPAS & TOULOUPAS DENTISTRY

Caring dentistry for people who care

DR MICHAEL TOULOUPAS Dr. Michael Touloupas earned his bachelor’s degree and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He has studied under leading educators such as Pete Dawson, Frank Spear and John Kois. Both doctors at Touloupas & Touloupas are continuous students of dental education.

DR CINDY TOULOUPAS Dr. Cindy Touloupas obtained her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene at Old Dominion Univer- sity. She earned a Master of Public Health at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, where she also received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. She has been in practice with Dr. Michael Touloupas since 1988.

◆ Family Dentistry ◆ General Dentistry ◆ Cosmetic Dentistry ◆ Implant Dentistry

For information about dental health or to request an appointment please visit ncsmile.com or call (336) 226-5485

1628 Memorial Drive, Ste B Burlington NC ♦ (336) 226-5485

WHAT IS DIY ORTHODONTICS AND IS IT SAFE? DIY is shorthand for "do-it-yourself," meaning that the average person can do it.

Do-It-Yourself topics are practically limitless. With the advent of YouTube and easy internet access, we can find out how to do most anything with the click of a mouse. Along with this craze of doing things ourselves, whether to save money or take pride in doing something ourselves, it's important to use common sense when it comes to our healthcare. We of course want to be our own best advocate and ask our medical professionals good questions, get second opinions when our decisions require deeper consideration, etc. While the internet can be a fantastic resource, and DIY services and tutorials can be handy, when it comes to our health, dental or otherwise, it's important to err on the side of caution when self-treating.

WHAT ABOUT DIY TOOTH ALIGNMENT? Moving teeth around without the expertise and proper equipment provided through a dentist could create a host of complications, especially if the patient turns out to have gum disease, cavities, jaw problems or many other undiagnosed issues prior to attempting to realign teeth. Orthodontic treatment, if administered incorrectly, could even cause some of those same problems. THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN CONSIDERING ANY KIND OF DIY DENTAL TREATMENT • The American Dental Association (ADA) and member dentists across the country are dedicated to the health & safety of the patients they serve • ADA policies oppose Do-It-Yourself dental care, as it is concerned about potential for irreversible harm to patients • The ADA and member dentists across the country are dedicated to the health and safety of the patients they serve

You can find more information on MouthHealthy.org, the ADA’s website for the public, and at MouthHealthy.org/DIYdentistry.

For the best, most effective, safe and hygienic approaches to dental care, seek out your local dentist. Our teeth (and smiles) are a very important part of who we are and even a part of our self-esteem. Why take chances with your smile? A professional exam, inclusive of X-rays, will give you the tools you need to make a safe, educated decision about any dental concern.

THE DOS & DON'TS OF CHOOSING THE RIGHT FLIP-FLOPS

The temperature is rising, which means you’re ready to start wearing your favorite spring and summer footwear: Flip-flops!

Whether you are digging them out of the back of your closet or hitting the mall in search of a new pair, keep in mind the following tips when it comes to making sure your flip-flops aren’t a huge flop:

DO shop for a flip-flop made of highquality, soft leather. Leather minimizes the potential for blisters and other types of irritation.

DO gently bend the flip-flop from end to end, ensuring it bends at the ball of the foot. Shoes of any kind should never fold in half.

DO ensure that your foot doesn't hang off of the edge of the flip-flop.

DO wear a sturdy pair of flip-flops when walking around a public pool, at the beach, in hotel rooms and in locker room areas. Walking barefoot can expose foot soles to plantar warts and athlete's foot.

DON'T re-wear flip-flops year after year. Inspect older pairs for wear. If they show signs of severe wear, discard them.

DON'T ignore irritation between toes, where the toe thong fits. This can lead to blisters and possible infections.

DON'T wear flip-flops while walking long distances. Even the sturdiest flip-flops offer little in terms of shock absorption and arch support.

DON'T do yard work while wearing flip-flops. Always wear a shoe that fully protects feet when doing outside activities such as mowing the lawn or using a weed-eater.

DON'T play sports in flip-flops. This practice can lead to twisting of the foot or ankle, as well as sprains and breaks.

For more information about keeping your feet healthy or to schedule an appointment with a podiatrist at Triad Foot & Ankle Center please call 336-375-6990 or visit our website at www.triadfoot.com to request an appointment

DR M TODD HYATT DPM, FACFAS

A native of Burlington, North Carolina, Dr. Hyatt graduated from Greensboro College. He received his medical degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. His residency training was completed at the University of Maryland Medical Center and the Veterans Medical Center in Baltimore. At the Veterans Medical Center, Dr. Hyatt specialized in vascular disease and surgery as well as wound healing. Dr. Hyatt then completed a Podiatric Surgical residency at Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He is Board Certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery.

Triad Foot & Ankle Center has three convenient locations in Burlington, Greensboro & Asheboro to serve your foot and ankle care needs

Schedule an appointment with one of our podiatrists TODAY

(336) 375-6990 visit triadfoot.com

1680 Westbrook Ave Burlington NC (336) 375-6990

Triad Foot & Ankle Center is the leading podiatric medical practice serving the Piedmont

Triad & is proud to have a team of highly trained & skilled medical & surgical podiatry experts, certified by the Board of Podiatry Examiners.