Northwest Observer | June 16 - 22, 2017

June 16 - 22, 2017

Northwest graduates 502 seniors

by PATTI STOKES

Northern graduates 303 seniors

by JOE GAMM

Anxiously awaiting the last graduation ceremony of the evening on Friday, June 9, 502 Northwest High School students lined up behind a set of black curtains, prepared to walk down an aisle, onto a stage to receive their diplomas, and ultimately into an entirely new phase of life.

Mallory Maurer

Co-valedictorian

Northwest High School Principal Ralph Kitley welcomed a crowd of thousands to the Class of 2017’s graduation ceremony before taking a few minutes to share some of their most notable accomplishments.

Troy Minor

Valedictorian

Many of the graduates will be spread out among 75 college campuses next year, he told the crowd, including Johns Hopkins, Notre Dame and Harvard, as well as all five branches of the military.

Elisabeth Molnar Co-valedictorian

As with their predecessors, the Class of 2017 had numerous achievements to celebrate, both in and out of the classroom.

Among them was earning over $12.4 mil-

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Laura Sauer Salutatorian

Friday, June 9, marked the end of one season and the beginning of a new one for 303 Northern Guilford High School students.

Their families and friends packed into Greensboro Coliseum at 3:30 p.m. to witness the students receiving their high school diplomas.

Now they are on to new careers and new seasons, noted Christopher Carson, who was selected to give a senior address.

“Let’s see to it that in the next season, we don’t settle,” he urged his classmates. “Don’t settle for what the world urges you to settle for.”

He also urged them not to seek material things.

It was the eighth commencement ceremony for Northern High School.

Cheers erupted from onlook-

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State leaders praise I-73 as economic engine

by JOE GAMM

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NW GREENSBORO – Touting the new 9.4-mile section of I-73 and a taxiway bridge at PTI Airport as vital drivers of economic development for the region, Gov. Roy Cooper and other dignitaries participated in a ribboncutting ceremony for the roadway on June 9.

A 6-mile section of I-73 connecting U.S. 220 and N.C. 68, which runs from Pleasant Ridge Road to south of U.S. 220 near the Haw River, opened May 19. The remaining section of I-73, from N.C. 68 to Joseph M. Bryan Boulevard, is set to open in July.

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A ribbon-cutting ceremony for a 9.4-mile segment of I-73 and a taxiway bridge at PTI Airport was held on Friday, June 9. Pictured are, from left, Steve Showfety, chairman of PTI Airport Authority, Sen. Phil Berger, Michael Fox, chairman of the N.C. Board of Transportation, Gov. Roy Cooper, James Trogdon III, secretary of NCDOT, and Pastor Rick Byrd of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Greensboro.

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by PATTI STOKES Craig Westergaard and partner Bryan Hall opened their “dog resort” business, Westergaard Kennels, in May 1988. Since then, seven days a week, 365 days a year, one – or most often, both – of them are onsite providing personal care to dogs of all sizes and breeds, but with one thing in common: their humans want them to receive nothing but the best of care.

In the last 29 years the place where dogs come to stay while their humans are away has been immaculately maintained, inside and out. Earlier this year the kennel went through a “game-changing” transformation, Hall said, after it was completely remodeled from floor to ceiling and the covered dog runs were extended along the entire length of each side of the building.

A privacy fence enclosing a shaded, 1/2-acre play yard to the right of the kennel was also added, giving dogs even more open space in which to romp.

While there, each dog sleeps in a private suite with a raised orthopedic bed, blanket and beach towel.

The kennel’s interior décor reflects Bryan’s love of the beach, and walls painted in a greenish-blue ocean tint with white trim add a bright, clean and soothing touch throughout the front office area and hallway leading to the dog suites.

A “welcome home” yard offers humans a place to stretch their legs after a long trip and play for a few minutes

with their well-cared for canine family members after being reunited.

In addition to boarding pets for ex extended visits, Westergaard Kennels now offers doggie day care Mondays thru Fridays for owners in need of short-term care for their dogs. Bathing and grooming services are also available.

To give the highest level of personal care and ensure there is “zero risk that any of the dogs will have a bad eperience,“ Hall and Westergaard insist on keeping the kennel’s capacity low.

“I will put our quality up against any kennel in this state,” Hall said.

John and Laura McKinnon came to Westergaard Kennels 11 years ago after buying their first golden retriever from Westergaard and Hall, who also breed retrievers (as well as miniature horses) on their 15-acre property.

“I travel a lot for work and Laura travels with me. We take our dogs there whenever we’re out of town and it’s a home away from home for them,” John said.

“My wife and I love our dogs so much, and as long as Craig and Bryan are in business, we would never consider taking our dogs anywhere else,” he said.

“We live in High Point, but we feel it’s worth it to drive our dogs there.

“On a scale of 1 to 10, I would give Bryan and Craig a 10.5!”

Doug and Gail Stanley of Summerfield have boarded their dogs at Westergaard Kennels for 20 years and are equally enthusiastic about the care

their dogs have received.

“They seem happy when we pick them up,” Doug said. “I mean no disrespect to any veterinary businesses that also offer boarding services, but they put dogs in a cage. At Westergaard, each dog has its own suite with orthopedic cots and the dogs can go inside and outside throughout the day.

“It’s also very clean, and doesn’t have a ‘kennel odor,’ Doug added. “One of them (Bryan and Craig) is aways there – that is restrictive, but if you are going to run the operation as they want to run it, that’s what you have to do.”

“We had another English setter, and even when she was 17, Bryan always looked after her and looked after her well,” Gail said. “It’s not lip service – when we receive our dog she doesn’t look stressed and then come home and crash for a few days.”

Referencing Westergaard’s beautifully manicured and pastoral surroundings, Gail added, “ Years ago I told Bryan my blood pressure goes down every time I drive up to his kennel.”

For Laura Evans, leaving her dogs at Westergaard Kennels is like leaving them with family.

“They (Bryan and Craig) are so

Photo by Patti Stokes/NWO

Craig Westergaard (seated), Juan Valdez (standing, left) and Bryan Hall work closely together to care for the animals entrusted to their care and the 15-acre property that Westergaard Kennels is located on.

genuine and I can tell they take good care of the dogs,” she said. “They have a nice clean facility and so much space for the dogs to run around.”

Evans said her dogs get excited when she tells them they are going “to play with friends” (at Westergaarad Kennels).

“They start jumping around when we turn onto Bunch Road because they know exactly where they are going,” she said. “They just love it there. They eat well and play well while they’re there and I have peace of mind.”

Deb Staton, who has been boarding her dogs at Westergaard Kennels since the 1990s, echoed those sentiments.

“Bryan and Craig do a wonderful job caring for our pups,” Staton said. “They are caring, reliable, and the dogs are always happy to see them. We strongly recommend them!”

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Lights out in downtown STOKESDALE – The check has been written. Now Duke Energy must determine the best time to do the work.

Among the transactions listed in Stokesdale’s general fund checking account for May was a check for $1,271.16 to Duke Energy to change out 22 highpressure sodium street lights downtown.

The process began during the Stokesdale Town Council’s April 13 meeting, when the owner of property at Ivan and Main streets requested the two street lights in front of his property be changed out for LEDs. Council member Frank Bruno said he would check into the cost of changing out all the town’s street lights along Main Street (U.S. 158).

The following week Bruno reported the cost would be $57.78 for each HPS light, and that he counted 19 on Main Street, two on N.C. 65 and one on Ellisboro Road. The council approved spending a maximum of $1,300 to change the lights to LEDs. Kim Hemric, Stokesdale’s town administrator/finance officer, said a senior engineering technologist for Duke Energy told her the plan had been to start the changeouts last week, but recent storms put things behind. Then, because of the high volume of traffic on Main Street, the question of safety came up. Most of the work, which is expected to start this week, will be done at night to minimize the impact to traffic and public safety.

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STATE LEADERS PRAISE I-73 Flatiron/Blythe Development constructed the project, which cost $176.5 million and includes construction of a taxiway bridge at PTI Airport that is expected to spur development by providing runway access to more than 800 acres.

“Interstate connections bring mobility, economic development, job creation and improved quality of life,” Cooper told about 120 people seated in chairs on the unopened section of highway. “We are already seeing how this new highway is contributing to economic growth here in the Triad region, with more than $235 million in investment planned along the corridor.”

Board of Transportation Chair Michael Fox said the new route cuts commutes in half and increases safety for drivers by providing a route without intersections and red lights. “Reducing those potential collision points saves lives,” Fox said.

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connect parts of Virginia with the Piedmont Triad and areas south of Greensboro.

State Sen. Phil Berger of Eden said he typically arrives right on time, but on the morning of the ceremony he took the N.C. 68 Connector down from Summerfield and arrived 20 minutes earlier than he expected.

“The Town of Oak Ridge is excited about this project, which will reduce bottlenecking on N.C. 68 through our town,” Oak Ridge Town Manager Bruce Oakley said.

The nearly 400-feet-wide taxiway bridge over the new stretch of interstate connects about 800 acres the Piedmont Triad Airport Authority owns north of the highway from the airport, which will allow aviation-based businesses to develop just off the runways.

Steve Showfety, chairman of the authority, said the bridge would help create new opportunities for business.

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It could take around $8,000 or more to return the two sand volleyball courts at Stokesdale Town Park to good playing condition.

Almost two months ago, the Stokesdale Town Council discussed buying new nets for the two beach volleyball courts at Town Park. And last month the mayor told

Glenn Cashion, the head of N.C. Sand Volleyball, the town would start fixing the courts up. Where does that stand?

Kim Hemric, Stokesdale’s town administrator/financial officer, said the town hopes to get the project going this summer.

During a discussion April 13 about a request by N.C. Sand Volleyball to reserve the courts, Mayor Randy Braswell noted the volleyball nets were seven years old and had become a safety hazard. Braswell also said the sand is now mostly small pebbles.

Cashion told the council last month that rain has caused the softer sand to wash away, leaving the harder granular sand. He estimated it would cost $6,000 to $7,000 to remove the old sand and replace it, or $4,000 to $5,000 just to move around what is there and top it with 6 to 8 inches of new sand.

Braswell said the wooden border around the courts had been removed because it was coming apart and the wood screws were exposed.

With the border gone, sand is escaping and dirt and grass are creeping in, Cashion said. He suggested using 6-inch PVC piping for a border since it’s easy to maintain and doesn’t have sharp edges.

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Cashion also recommended the town purchase padding for the poles and offered suggestions for vendors for the padding, the nets and the sand.

into effect July 1. Although the money for park projects has been allocated, the town council would still have to approve estimates before moving forward.

Hemric said she is waiting for an estimate on the sand and will follow up on pricing for the nets and padding.

The sand purchase would fall under the $50,000 allocated under capital outlay for park projects in the general fund budget for fiscal year 2017-18, which goes

There are few beach volleyball courts in northwest Guilford County, giving Stokesdale a bit of an edge locally.

However, Oak Ridge allocated $18,000 for a beach volleyball court under capital expenditures in its proposed budget for FY 2017-18.

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Jared Rolfes steps down as NWHS’s head varsity football coach

by MARC PRUITT

after being offered the job last Friday.

NW GUILFORD – Jared Rolfes resigned as Northwest High School’s head football coach earlier this week to accept the same position at Page High School in Greensboro.

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Rolfes wrapped up his third season at the helm last November with a 23-14 record, including appearances in the NCHSAA 4-A playoffs in each of his three seasons.

Rolfes met with his team on Tuesday morning to tell them of his decision, one he said he wrestled with for several days

“My wife and my family, we prayed on it once they offered it to me,” Rolfes said. “I’m a person of faith, and we just determined that this is the next step of the journey God has in mind for me.

I have to trust that I’m stepping into a realm of unknown and really, really leaning on that.”

Telling his team was one of the hardest things he has ever had to do, Rolfes said.

“My emotions were all over the place this morning from telling those kids,” he said. “It’s been really hard. I’m sure there are a lot of raw emotions and I’m really sensitive to that too. It was unexpected and the timing is awful. I didn’t sleep a lick (Monday) night. This

wasn’t something I ever thought I could entertain. It just so happens that the only job in this area that would have ever gotten my attention if it opened up was Page, so there was some intrigue about it because of the location and the history of the program.”

John Hughes, Northwest’s athletic director, said Rolfes will definitely be missed.

“We’ve known internally that it was a possibility for a decent amount of time,” Hughes said. “Jared was upfront with us about applying for the job and kept us updated during the process. Now that it’s public, we’ll move pretty quickly to find a new coach and move that process along, because the timing of this is difficult to say the least. I’m a big Jared Rolfes fan. He’s done a lot of great

things here and I wish him well.”

Tre’ Turner, a rising senior and one of the top recruits in North Carolina, said he was shocked and disappointed when he heard the news.

“I was talking with Thomas (Hennigan) (Monday) night when I found out about the meeting,” said Turner, who has committed to play college football at Virginia Tech. “We kind of put two and two together, but I didn’t want to believe it.

So there were a few of us in the meeting (Tuesday) morning who suspected what was going on, but we were hoping that’s not what was going on. Then he told us what he was doing and why he was doing it, and I was stunned.”

Hennigan, who graduated last Friday and will play football at Appalachian State, said he also corresponded with Rolfes on Monday when Rolfes invited him to go to the meeting.

“I couldn’t go, but I had a sense of what was going to happen,” said Hennigan, who played for Rolfes for the last

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STOKESDALE town council

June 8 / MEETING HIGHLIGHTS as reported by STEVE MANN

 Mayor Randy Braswell called the monthly council meeting to order at 7 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Bill Jones and council members Tim Jones, Frank Bruno and Vicki White-Lawrence were present, as were Town Administrator/Finance Officer Kim Hemric, Budget Officer Philip Pulliam, Deputy Clerk Diana Marcus and Town Attorney Katy Gregg.

The council voted 4-1 – with Tim Jones voting nay – to approve minutes from the April 26 personnel benefit workshop and the April 26, May 3 and May 17 weekly Wednesday meetings.

CITIZEN COMMENTS  Mary Maness of Tree Court said something needs to be done about vehicles cutting through on Clintwood

Drive from U.S. 158 to avoid the stoplight at N.C. 68.

“They come through there like they’re driving on I-40,” Maness said.

“Somebody’s going to get killed.”

Braswell suggested staff ask Bobby Norris, a district engineer with the Department of Transportation’s Division 7 in Greensboro, to look into the situation.

NEW BUSINESS Sheriff’s report. No representative from the Guilford County Sheriff’s Department was present, nor has one attended a monthly council meeting since Dec. 8, 2016. Tim Jones asked if the council invites someone from the sheriff’s department to the monthly meetings and

Hemric said yes, the department has an open invitation.

distributions (estimated at $309,000) the largest source of revenue.

Finance report. Pulliam reported that revenue in the general fund is $213,055, which is 54.1 percent of projected revenue for the fiscal year ending June 30.

He explained the Town has received only two quarterly utilities franchise tax distributions, which is its largest single source of revenue; a third quarterly payment should arrive later this month, with the last one to come in September.

Revenue from planning fees is expected to increase, which is an indication of improvements in the economy.

Expenses thus far this fiscal year total $222,998, which is 56.6 percent of projected expenses.

Total income in the water enterprise account as of May 31 was about $442,454.

Of that amount, water sales accounted for $313,165.

Income from tap fees have exceeded the projected amount by $36,091. Miscellaneous income – which includes waterline extension inspections, bulk water sales and attorney water settlements – surpassed projections by $15,608, or 1,140 percent.

Expenses in the water enterprise account total $346,537, of which $194,899.37 is for water purchase.

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Other expenditures include:  $50,000 under capital outlays, which include expenses for a picnic shelter, sand volleyball court repairs, exercise equipment and resealing the walking track;  $55,100 for town park lawn and field maintenance, building maintenance and security lighting.

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“Make no mistake,” Sauer told her classmates, “you will make some bad decisions. What we do when we make poor decisions defines our character.”

day they first walked into the school as ninth-graders, looking up to the seniors not only because they were much taller, but because they were older and wiser.

ers as, one-by-one and under flashing lights, the students walked across the stage, receiving a small piece of paper, a handshake and a smile.

It’s OK to make mistakes as long as a person owns up to the mistake and moves forward, she said.

The new students were “Nervous, anxious and full of uncertainty,” he said.

“If we really want to live a life of purpose, integrity and honesty, we should strive to do the right thing,” she concluded.

Faces and places became familiar.

Mikala Richmond’s family arrived with oversize cutouts of her head on sticks, which they waved whenever they saw her.

Some students blushed in embarrassment at their families’ exuberance while others waved and laughed.

All are preparing for where life takes them, according to the class’s salutatorian, Laura Sauer, who also was the senior class president. She took 15 Advanced Placement courses during her four years of high school, finished with a weighted GPA of 5.4167 and intends to attend Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, beginning in the fall.

“As I reflected back on our time at Northern, I realized an important way in which I had changed,” she told the class. “This was the beginning of a shift from self-serving, outward motivations to an intrinsic one.”

She said the students’ character will continue to develop as they grow into independent adults and go out on their own.

Even if they stray off course – and they will – they’ll have opportunities to correct their headings.

Valedictorian Troy Minor finished his high school career with a weighted GPA of 5.4583. He received the prestigious Duke University’s Trinity Scholarship, valued at over $260,000.

After the ceremony, Minor said the scholarship is a dream come true.

“It means everything,” he explained.

“I knew I wanted to go to Duke from the very beginning.”

But, he and his family wondered how they would pay for his education there – until about two months ago, when they found out Minor received the scholarship.

He now plans on trying to walk onto the baseball team at Duke, and said he’s excited about what’s coming in the future.

During his graduation speech, he warned his classmates to avoid giving in to fear.

takes, take risks, defy misconceptions and discover our authentic selves.”

But fear of change will hold some back.

Don’t let it, he told the class.

The students fell into a routine.

“Doors will open that lead us toward the unknown and back toward uncertainty,” he said. “But, it’s our decision to leap through those doors or watch them close for fear of what lies on the other side.”

Whether it was in the classroom or on an athletic team, the students became parts of a group.

Even if the graduates fall short of their goals, they will gain valuable experiences.

And now that they have reached the pinnacle of their school, change is upon them again, he said.

“The next time an opportunity arises and you are unsure whether you possess the courage, skills or confidence to accept uncertainty and risk failure, ask yourself, ‘What would be more disappointing: taking a risk and turning a dream into a reality or never giving yourself a chance to achieve this dream in the first place?’” Minor said.

But the class grew.

“Although this overwhelming change probably scares all of us to death, whether we will admit it or not, we should welcome it,” he advised his classmates. “This next stage in life is a chance to step out of line, make mis-

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NORTHWEST GUILFORD High School Class of 2017

Top 25 academic students (Co-valedictorians featured on front cover)

Eyla Arteaga

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Sarah Burstein

UNC-Chapel Hill

Samantha Chalmers NC State

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Alexander Holmes UNC-Chapel Hill

Emily Mothershead NC State

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by JOE GAMM Esther Hinrichs scheduled tours of five school campuses in one day during a visit to Greensboro June 5.

The Atlanta woman and her three children weren’t looking at college campuses – they were comparing middle and high schools to help decide where to buy a home.

Highly rated schools in northern and northwestern Guilford County continue to drive home sales in the area.

“We have to market,” said Northern High School Principal Janiese McKenzie.

“Families will get a feel for each of the different schools. When they find one they like, they’ll move into the area.”

Many families are well-prepared before they begin scouting out potential schools, McKenzie said, noting their

“homework” will include conducting internet searches, talking to community members and reviewing school report cards, which provide information such as students’ performance on end-ofgrade test scores, average class size, teacher turnover rate, number of criminal acts reported and more.

The Washington Post ranked Northern 20th on its list of most challenging high schools in North Carolina in 2017.

Northwest followed right behind, ranking 21st. Simply making the list puts schools in the top 12 percent of the country.

The list is based on the number of tests given each year to students who take Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and Cambridge classes, divided by the number of students who graduate each year. Researchers have determined that even low-performing stu-

dents who get below-average scores on AP tests do significantly better in college than students who do not take AP classes.

The newspaper’s list identified schools that have done the best job persuading average-performing students to take college-level courses and tests.

Hinrichs and her children had appointments at Northern, Northwest and Page high schools the day they visited, and at Northern and Kernodle middle schools.

Joined by Dominique, a 16-year-old rising junior, Pasquale, a 14-year-old rising freshman, and Marcel, a 12-year-old rising seventh-grader, Esther Hinrichs’ goal was to settle on the school district in which the family would live for the foreseeable future. Her husband moved to the area to begin work on May 1.

Gil Vaughan, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty, said there are a lot of reasons people may be moving to the area.

Besides schools, location is often one of them. If one spouse works in Greensboro and another works in Winston-Salem, northwest Guilford County is ideally located.

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Resale values are a key consideration, DeDe Cunningham, a Realtor with Keller Williams, said.

And good schools help maintain high resale value. Buyers definitely feel the value of their property investment is boosted by traditionally strong school systems, she said.

“Even prospective buyers with nonschool-age children are concerned about resale,” Nancy Hess, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, confirmed.

“Some downsizing buyers without school-age children will cross over into Rockingham County, seeking lower property taxes.”

Homeowners moving from places like California love the large home sites the area offers (typically an acre or more) and how much home they can get for the money.

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“These two guys were on the spot. It was a lot more pleasant than many (homebuilding) experiences I heard about – I think we picked a great team,” Cox said.

All four men are local residents – the Johnsons live in Stokesdale and the Lees in Oak Ridge – and each is a licensed contractor. Their company is structured so that one of them personally manages each project all the way through.

“From Day 1 they were great. They answered calls and texts on time and they never dropped the ball,” Cox said of the Johnsons.

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enjoy a wealth of services but they had quick access to the beach for family time and water activities.

Summerfield about two years ago.

“We could have lived anywhere, but we chose Summerfield,” she said. “It is a very pretty place.”

She said her family wanted to have access to good schools while staying close to the airport.

The only downside to Summerfield is that the community “…is lacking restaurants and some commercialization,” she said. “We have a busy schedule like most families, so convenience is a definite bonus which Summerfield doesn’t provide.”

Mariela Ray said she’d like to see a gym closer to her home just outside Summerfield. Or carwashes, or restaurants or more grocery store choices – or 100 other services that aren’t available in the area.

“I came from the concrete jungle,” she explained. “I guess I got used to it.”

Ray and her husband, Phil, who owns two area Best 4K9 stores, moved from Miami, where not only did they

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And then, they saw the property tax rates in Greensboro.

“We certainly weren’t expecting that,” Mariela said. “When we came into the city and saw the taxes, we thought it was just like Miami, which is not what we wanted.”

The Rays eventually found a very desirable home in a much-wanted neighborhood in northern Greensboro. The commute to services was a little farther than they had hoped, but being in the Northern school district was a good choice for their daughter.

Then came moving day.

As the family unpacked boxes for their first night in their new home, they realized they were getting hungry. It was about 9 p.m., so they decided they’d venture out and grab a bite to eat.

“Nothing was open,” Phil said. “I’m not used to restaurants closing at 9

o’clock at night.”

homes within the school’s domain.

On the other hand, some buyers like being out in the country, “far from the maddening crowd.”

“I’m looking for students we can impact positively in some way,” McKenzie said. “These parents probably have a higher education themselves, and they’re trying to get that for their kids.”

“When you first drive out here, you notice the countryside,” said Kim Derrick, Northern High School’s PTA president.

Derrick gave the Hinrichs their school tour, the first of three tours she was scheduled to give that day. Her family also moved from the Atlanta area to Greensboro, and she said she enjoys meeting people from a big city who have just driven out to Northern High School for the first time.

On their way to the school they have to pass farms and pastures and horse ranches.

The families are captivated by the rural charm, Derrick said.

“When you first drive out here, you notice the countryside.”

In a manner of speaking, the best schools are competing for the students.

If their parents’ research confirms schools like Northern and Northwest are challenging and best preparing their children for college, they’re likely to buy

The Hinrichs’ children arrived about as prepared as any parent and asked Derrick detailed questions about programs and transferring grades. She explained what she could and directed them to other sources if they had further questions.

Pasquale Hinrichs, the rising freshman, asked about gymnastics programs.

She and her brother Dominique also wanted to know if the school would recognize their math and science credits.

And they wondered what social studies are required in North Carolina.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 15  Lions Club | Oak Ridge Lions Club, which helps people who are sight- or hearing-impaired, will meet June 15 at 6:30 p.m. at Bill’s Pizza, 1431 N.C. 68, Oak Ridge. More info: Danny Yanusz, (336) 643-6424.

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 ORYA Annual Meeting | Oak Ridge Youth Association (ORYA) will hold its annual meeting June 15 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Bank of Oak Ridge Corporate Center, 8050 Fogleman Road, Oak Ridge. ORYA is seeking coaches, sponsors, board members and other volunteers.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 17  Car Show | The 5th annual Custom Carz at Church car show will be June 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stokesdale Christian Church, 8607 Stokesdale St., Stokesdale.

Proceeds from the fundraiser will go to Good Samaritan Ministries to help area families in need. The event includes awards for show cars, family activities, a 50/50 raffle, food and more. Rain date is June 24. More info: (336) 669-8108 or www.stokesdalechristianchurch.com.

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 Family Fest | Children’s Redeemed International (CRI) will host Family Fest at Cathedral of Faith Christian Center, 7200 Summerfield Road, Summerfield, June 17 from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. Free hot dogs, ice cream, live music, cornhole, games, a bounce house and more; also, there will be drawings for great prizes. More info: (336) 689-4593 or childrencri@gmail.com.

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MONDAY, JUNE 19  Blood Drive | Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, 2424 Oak Ridge Road, Oak Ridge, will host a communitywide blood drive from 2:30 until 7 p.m. on June 19. Visit www.oakridgeumc.org to schedule an appointment; walkins will be processed as quickly as possible. More info: (336) 643-8348 or bobyarb@gmail.com.

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of water from Winston-Salem.  John Flynt of Belews Creek Road questioned the $143,832 in salaries between the general fund and water enterprise accounts. Pulliam said the salaries of the four part-time employees were split between the two funds based on the percentage of time working on each, and that the water enterprise fund also includes an anticipated part-time water technician position.

Braswell said safety also figured into the decision to convert to electronic meters, and a dollar amount can’t be placed on that.

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to approve the 2017-18 general fund budget (Tim Jones voted nay).

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 Joe Thacker of Lester Road wondered if spending $90,000 over two

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fiscal years on electronic water meters would decrease future billing and administrative costs. Bill Jones said it should, noting the town pays $1,200 a month for the meters to be read.

Electronic meters will be much quicker to read and can also help detect leaks, which may impact the 17,000 gallons a day the town is losing.

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to approve a $34,400 budget ordinance amendment to FY2016-17 general fund expenditures, and a $36,000 budget ordinance amendment for the FY2016-17 water enterprise expenditures and $36,000 to tap fee income.

Auditor contract. The council voted 4-1, with Tim Jones opposed, to approve a $12,500 contract with Rouse, Rouse, Penn & Rouse, LLP of Eden to audit the town’s general fund and water accounts.

Water feasibility study. The council voted 4-1, with Tim Jones opposed, to enter into an agreement with the Timmons Group to conduct a feasibility study regarding a proposed regional water authority. Oak Ridge, Summerfield,

Stokesdale and some unincorporated portions of Guilford County will participate in the study.

The feasibility study is expected to take six to eight months and the cost will be covered under a $14,548,981 appropriation in the state’s 2015-16 budget.

During council comments, Bill Jones said the town owes it to its citizens and future citizens to look at all options and the findings will give the four entities a snapshot of where they are in 2018.

Tim Jones said he is concerned about a possible water authority and is worried “we will end up with a water authority board we won’t have any impact on as a town no matter what we do.”

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(with Tim Jones opposed) to approve the contract with the Timmons Group.

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to hire McGill Associates to represent Stokesdale’s interests regarding a proposed regional water authority.

CITIZEN COMMENTS  John Flynt said he is concerned about a possible water authority, which would have taxing authority and also might require mandatory hookups. With Stokesdale’s tap fee and additional cost for a plumber, the potential $5,000 expenditure could put an undue burden on a significant number of citizens, he said.

Water Usage Policy. Braswell said he and Deputy Clerk Alisa Houk are still working on an emergency access water usage policy. Something he learned recently about the water system caused him to have a change of position, he said, but he wouldn’t say what it was.

involvement is one way to groom people for leadership roles. Braswell said many of the disbanded committees had not been active for quite some time, and he believes the council did the right thing by “doing housekeeping” on them.

Administrative report. Hemric said the town’s most recent water bill was $17,691.48, an average of $552.86 a day.

Ten water meters were sold last month, and 539 water bills will be mailed out.

Hemric said she completed the Class C water distribution criteria for public water systems through the N.C. Rural Water Association and she plans to get a Class B certification in the next 12 months.

Hemric also said she is working on the Consumer Confidence Report due July 1, and will attend more N.C. Association of Municipal Clerks’ training in August.

to continue the policy discussion to the July 11 council meeting.

Also in August, Hemric is planning to offer a citizens’ academy. Questions about the academy may be emailed to Stokesdale@Stokesdale.org.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

WATER SYSTEM COMMENTS

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Public Safety. Chairman Thearon Hooks said he is planning a portable generator class for July and is also working on rewriting the operational manual.

Reactivating committees. WhiteLawrence said she would like to see the council reactivate committees that were disbanded last year and community

Braswell said Flynt’s earlier comments make it look like the council is rushing into a water authority.

“You’re doing a study right now, that’s all you’re doing,” he said.

The council needs to know the feasibility of a regional water system, Braswell argued, adding the burden of fire protec-

tion is on 500 customers and Flynt seems to be opposed to the fire district helping support the water system.

Braswell said he had worked hard to overcome some of the hurdles that he felt were caused by carelessness on the part of prior councils. “I see some signatures on some documents that make me make those statements,” he said. Flynt was Stokesdale’s mayor in 2005 when the Town reached the agreement to buy water from Winston-Salem’s City/County Utility Commission.

Braswell said the water system is growing, and he believes it has benefitted from decisions the council has made.

COUNCIL COMMENTS  Tim Jones said he often represents a minority viewpoint that’s not necessarily welcomed by other council members.

He added he opposes a property tax for Stokesdale and favors small government.  Bruno thanked the staff and council members for their work on the budgets, and said Pulliam being involved this budget cycle made the process smoother.

 Bill Jones said he appreciated the seven citizens attending the meeting, and not having a room full of people complaining indicates citizens trust the council to make good decisions.

He added he doesn’t know why Tim Jones continues to repeat that he opposes a property tax.

“I haven’t heard anybody up here say they want a property tax,” he said. “I think we’re a long way from having a property tax.” He clarified that he has looked at some sort of property tax to finance garbage collection, which also would allow Stokesdale to get back some of the sales and use taxes withheld by the county.

 White-Lawrence said she doesn’t think attendance is low at meetings because people agree with the council. “I think we maybe don’t hear from people because they think we don’t want to hear from them,” she said.  Braswell said he expects to become a grandfather for the second time near the end of the month.

The meeting adjourned at 8:41 p.m.

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three seasons. “When I woke up this morning, I saw the news being blasted all over Twitter. My younger brother, Peter (who will be a junior on the team), was there and I figured he would let me know what happened. I think I saw it coming, but I was shocked when it actually happened. I love Coach Rolfes.

He is someone I look up to on and off the field. I’ve gotten really close with his family. I’ve got a lot of respect for him. I’m just sad that my coach won’t be at my school, my alma mater, and the returning players won’t get to spend another season with him.”

Hughes said the search to find Rolfes’ replacement will be swift. The team had recently completed spring workouts and will start summer workouts next week, led by current members of the coaching staff.

“I laid out some short-term and longterm stuff for the team in the meeting,”

Hughes said. “I told them we know this is not good for anybody, but on the flipside, we’ve got to move as quickly as we can. The blessing here is that Northwest is a great school with great kids and we’ve got some pretty good talent coming back, so that makes it an appealing situation. The kids here make it a great job.”

Rolfes will lead Greensboro Page into Billings Stadium on Oct. 13 for a Metro 4-A Conference game, as Northwest is leaving the Piedmont-Triad 4-A for a new conference because of realignment.

“That will be a little strange,” Rolfes said. “That certainly made my decision even harder. No question there will be some challenges in that. I’m sure the first couple of games will be interesting since I have a good handle on most of those guys. But, I can confirm through a faith-based call that I am doing the right thing. Yes, your emotions get in the way of that. It’s just a process, and it’s never easy, especially after building relationships with those kids.”

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ever, Northwest has served as a stepping stone to prepare us for whatever the future may hold.”

Co-valedictorian Elisabeth Molnar acknowledged that many classmates did not know each other, and might never see each other after the evening’s ceremony.

“I took French, and maybe you took German, Spanish or Latin. I ran cross country and maybe you swam, or played tennis or basketball. Yet, despite the various ways we have spent the last four years, we all have one thing in common: the Northwest experience as well as the privilege of having started so many wonderful days being reminded that ‘It’s a great day to be a Viking.’

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“Since we are young, and many of us are unsure as to where our lives are headed, the best thing we can do is live in the moment and enjoy life as it occurs.

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“Who knows? Maybe some of you will achieve wealth and fame along the way. But realistically, that can’t happen for everyone.

“High school has definitely had its ups … Now that it’s over, I can honestly say that it’s been quite the experience and I am glad to have shared it with all of you.”

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GRINS to...  Randy Floss and the Merchants of Oak Ridge for hosting the best RidgeFest yet! Our beautiful park is the perfect venue!  The Cleaning Solutions for doing an amazing job cleaning my tile floors at less than half what the other companies were going to charge! They were professional, prompt, courteous and efficient.  David Layton, PE teacher at Summerfield Elementary, for making field day each year fun and exciting for the kids and parents. Thanks also to Summerfield Fire Department for spraying the kids to cool them down afterwards!

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 Audrey and the bakery department at Food Lion in Kings Crossing Shopping Center (on N.C. 68 in Stokesdale). They helped out in a pinch and saved the day for our Captain Underpants party.

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 The Town of Oak Ridge for providing such a spectacular fireworks display at RidgeFest. The grand finale was remarkable!

GRIPES to...  Our Oak Ridge postal carrier who continues to put packages out on our driveway, only to get rained on. USPS shouldn’t take packages if you’re not going to put them on the front porch like FedEx and UPS!  The Town of Stokesdale’s administrator/finance manager for demanding a benefit package along with a very nice salary, all paid for with tax dollars and given away at the town council’s discretion.  The grasping local politicians who are already preparing a “preliminary rate/fee structure” for a water system we citizens don’t need and don’t want. We have wa-

 Northern Guilford Middle School parents who make statements based on blind assumptions. “High expectations” are not the reason 19 teachers wanted to transfer out of the school. You did not see what happened in closed meetings the last two years.  Those who speculate that a principal was moved for poor performance. You blemish the principal and signal to her replacement that mollifying gripers – not learning – is the priority. What if you’re wrong? Principals move for myriad reasons.  The gas stations in Stokesdale that rip people off with high gas prices. Go to Shell

in Oak Ridge and save 10 cents a gallon.  Citizens who use the Northwest Observer as a megaphone for their racism. Blanket statements about “Mohammedism” add nothing new to the conversation and privilege stereotypes over evidence. It’s lazy. Also, I promise you that ISIS didn’t read your gripe.  NCDOT for not providing any I-73 on- or off-ramps at Brookbank, Bunch or Alcorn Roads to help alleviate back road traffic to Northwest Middle and High School.  Stokesdale council members who favor restricting access to the town attorney.

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LETTERS/OPINIONS

Guilford County Sheriff’s Office, District 1 Submit your editorials (maximum 350 words) has recently responded to the following incidents in northwest Guilford County.

ASSAULT

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May 22 | Northern Guilford Middle School reported an incident of simple assault which occurred at 1:53 p.m.; prosecution was declined.

June 6 | A resident of National Service Road in Colfax reported that another resident of the same address punched her three times.

The victim refused medical treatment; the offender was arrested and transported to the High Point Detention Center.

June 11 | A driver was arrested on N.C. 68 in Oak Ridge at 2:55 a.m. for DWI. The driver submitted to a chemical breath test, which measured 0.14 BrAC (breath alcohol content). The legal alcohol limit for drivers in North Carolina is .08, and .04 for commercial vehicle drivers.

BURGLARY June 5 | The back door of a residence on Ballard Road in Colfax was pried open between 1 and 5:30 p.m. and multiple household items including jewelry, money, weapons and two guitars with a total value of $33,375 were stolen.

June 6 | The back door of a residence on Equestrian Trail in Summerfield was entered between 10 and 11:25 a.m. and a MacBook Pro computer and Samsung Galaxy 8 cellphone valued at $2,300 were stolen.

June 7 | A resident of Haw Meadows Road in Oak Ridge reported that someone stole three boxes of flashing tape, a framing gun and laser level from a new home under construction on Warner Road in northeast Kernersville; the home was also vandalized. Estimated value of loss and damage is $1,780.

June 8 | A resident of Cedar Chase Drive in northern Greensboro reported that someone broke into her home through the back door and stole multiple pieces of jewelry (the value was not immediately determined). Estimated damage to the door is $250.

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DRUGS June 5 | A vice and narcotics officer reported that 7.5 grams of heroin were seized at 12:09 p.m. in the 6800 block of Pepperdine Road in northwest Greensboro.

June 12 | Following a traffic stop on Lake Brandt Road in northwest Greensboro at 12:25 a.m., a known suspect was found to be in possession of Methylin and Ranitidine, synthetic drugs valued at $1,080.

MISCELLANEOUS June 8 | A sheriff’s deputy reported at 12:33 a.m. that several juveniles at a residence on Northern Estates Point in northwest Greensboro were impaired by alcohol and marijuana.

The homeowner was charged with misdemeanor contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile.

VANDALISM June 7 | An unknown suspect shot a bullet through the living room window of a residence on Alcorn Road in Oak Ridge sometime between June 5 and 7. Damage to the window was estimated at $200.

June 10 | An unknown suspect attempted to cut the copper off an air conditioner from a residence on North Bunker Hill Road in Colfax at 2:40 a.m. Damage to the unit is estimated at $800.

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Teachers, students thrive under effective leaders This letter is in reference to your recent article concerning the change in leadership at Northern Middle School. I taught seventh-grade students at Northern for several years before I worked as the reading specialist there, and before I retired last year. I would like for your readers to know the staff at Northern Middle School was one of the finest with whom I’ve ever worked.

It is important to understand that teachers thrive when the leadership is outstanding and they are valued. Does this mean there is no room for improvement? Absolutely not.

Teachers work with outstanding principals to always provide what is best for the children. If instead, teachers are belittled, not trusted, and treated with little or no respect by their leader, the system cannot work effectively.

Offensive and illegal behaviors of students cannot be overlooked by administration.

Classroom size cannot be manipulated to benefit one group of students while other students’ needs are not met effectively.

If those things occur, teachers eventually find a new place where they can be effective.

Their whole being depends on helping students become the best they can be.

When teachers finally take the professional risk to write letters – and yes, meet in person with their school board member – we are doing so for the students.

That was not an easy choice for Northern Middle School teachers, but a necessary one. The Northern students deserve the best their teachers can offer them. I hope that this can happen. This Northern community has the most talented group of educators they could ever hope for. Appreciate them.

Wendy Weeks, GREENSBORO

P&Z Board is valued Regarding last week’s editorial by Oak Ridge Planning & Zoning Board member Patty Paslaru in which she alleges a lack of consideration of the board’s recommendations, let me begin by saying that the Oak Ridge Town Council greatly appreciates all the dedicated volunteers who serve on our boards and commissions. Their work supports and sustains our character and vitality, providing a quality of life we all enjoy.

Planning and zoning is especially vital to guiding our growth, and our Town Council relies heavily on our P&Z Board. As an advisory body, its role is to hear and make recommendations to our Council on zoning matters. Council carefully considers their recommendations, those of Town staff, our own research and input from the public hearing in our deliberations. As elected officials, it is our responsibility to make final decisions in such matters.

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Any time complex issues are being considered, there will occasionally be honest differences of opinion. Both P&Z and Council often make decisions on split votes. It is important to note that since I began serving on Council in December 2011, we have jointly heard 41 cases; of those, Council agreed with P&Z’s recommendation 36 times. Obviously their opinion carries great weight. And Council recently voted to amend our ordinances to grant greater decision-making authority to P&Z in approving subdivision plans, a reflection of our confidence in their abilities.

We are grateful to the members of P&Z and all our boards/commissions for their hard work and dedication, and we will continue to collaborate with them to make Oak Ridge a great place to live and work.

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GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maint. (336) 655-6490.

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AQUA SYSTEMS IRRIGATION. Quality irrigation systems. NC licensed contractor. We service all systems. Free estimates. (336) 644-1174.

ARBOR MASTERS TREE SERVICE Total tree removal, storm damage cleanup, shrub and tree pruning. Bobcat work and more. Free estimates. Licensed & insured.

Call Joe at (336) 643-9157.

STOKESDALE LAWN SERVICE. Reasonable rates, lawns cut, weed-eating. $45 minimum. (336) 338-5865.

WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete lawn care & landscaping. NC lic. irrigation contractor. 20 years exp. Hardscaping, fertilization & weed control. (336) 399-7764.

CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICE Complete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, (336) 6439332, carolinaStumpAndTreeServices.com.

COLFAX LAWNCARE Complete lawn care maintenance. Spring fertilizing, mowing, trimming, pine needles.

Res./comm., HOA & annual agreements.

Fully insured. Serving the Triad for 28 years. (336) 362-5860.

ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call (336) 382-9875.

STEVE NEWMAN TREE SERVICE. Free est. Lic./Ins. 30 yrs. exp. Bucket truck/chipper, total cleanup. Selective thinning & lot clearing.

24-hr. ER svc. OR, NC. (336) 643-1119.

CUTTING EDGE LAWNCARE. Affordable.

Dependable. Mowing, aeration, leaf removal and more! Please call anytime for free estimate, (336) 706-0103.

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BRAD’S BOBCAT. Mulch, landscaping, pine needles and straw. (336) 362-3647.

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MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone, concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com.

SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes.

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MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS GRILLS, FIRE PITS, tankless water heaters. General home repairs. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183.

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FAY’S LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING Spring lawn care & general yard clean up.

Pine needles and mulch. Reasonable and honest. Call Taylor, (336) 464-5215.

TRACTOR FOR HIRE – Bush hogging, grading, brush/tree removal. (336) 207-6632.

AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt avail. (336) 602-5820.

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WINDOW GENIE PRESSURE WASHING Soft house washing. Window film, window cleaning, gutters. Fully ins., free est., Greensboro.windowgenie.com, (336) 268-8586.

PREMIER ROOFING CONSTRUCTION Insurance specialist, free inspections, res/

10x20’ TENT WITH SIDES, $175. Barely

BEK Paint Co. Residential & Commercial David & Judy Long, owners

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PAINTING – INTERIOR & EXTERIOR 32 yrs. exp. Sheetrock repair. No job too small. Insured. Brad Rogers, (336) 314-3186.

CINDY’S PAINTING – Interior painting, wallpaper removal. References & free estimates available. (336) 708-9155.

STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, (336) 462-3683, stillperfectionpainting.com.

PLUMBING WEBSTER & SONS PLUMBING, Inc. (336) 992-2503. Licensed, insured, bonded.

24/7 service. Plumbing, drain cleaning, well pumps. Give us a call, we do it all! Go to www.webstersplumbing.com for more info.

BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLAR No job too small! Experienced, guaranteed.

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PRESSURE WASHING, gutter & window cleaning. Fully insured. Crystal Clear, www. windowcleaningnc.com. (336) 595-2873.

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RENOVATION WORKS, INC. New construction, remodeling, additions, kitchen, bath and decks. We are a locally owned, full-service design and build company, A+ accredited with the BBB. Visit www.myrenovationworks.com or call (336) 427-7391 to start your next project.

JLB REMODELING, INC. Remodeling and additions. Fully insured.

NC GC license #69997. Free est. Call (336) 681-2902 or visit www.jlbremodeling.com.

BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens/baths, custom decks, garages, siding, dock work, windows, roofing, rotted wood.

Sr. disc., 35 years exp. (336) 362-6343.

ORTIZ REMODELING – Total restoration & home improvement. Drywall, painting, kitchen cabinets, interior trim & more. Free estimates. (336) 280-8981.

zine and three choke tubes (F, M, and IC).

Great gun for first-time hunters. Carrying case included. $165. (336) 253-1477.

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BM Guitar Performance EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTOR now accepting new students in Oak Ridge and surrounding areas.

Please call Caleb Zeigler at (336) 686-1106 for more information.

SAM’S AUTO BODY SHOP. Any type of body work. 45 years exp. (336) 347-7470.

WELDING REPAIRS. Pickup and delivery.

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ROOFING RED RHINO ROOFING, based in Oak Ridge, NC. Storm damage specialist experienced with all types of roofing. BBB accredited A and listed with Angie’s List. Call (336) 944-6118, or visit redrhinoroofing.com.

A.L. CORMAN ROOFING INC. Res. roofing specialist serving Guilford Cty. area since 1983. BBB 25+ years w/ A+ rating. cormanroofinginc.com, (336) 621-6962.

CLINARD & SON ROOFING, LLC Residential roofing, rubber flat roofs, roof coating, metal roofs. 30 years experience.

Now accepting all major credit cards. Call (336) 643-8191 or (336) 580-3245.

MOSSBERG 20-GAUGE Model 185D-B. Excellent condition, includes original maga-

REMODELING / CONSTRUCTION PREMIER CONSTRUCTION. Providing all of your home maintenance needs, remodeling and new construction. (336) 430-9507.

used, excellent cond. (336) 772-1103.

Tim, (336) 588-5270.

TV MOUNTING – STARTING AT $50 The Triad’s #1 TV mounting service. Call TVmtn.com today, (336) 638-1934.

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2010 BAYLINER SKI BOAT 170 and trailer for sale in Oak Ridge. Excellent condition. $10,500. Call Don, (336) 324-7373.

TRAILER FOR SALE at Smith Mountain Lake. Nice gated community. Drive time, 1 hr. 30 minutes from Summerfield. Trailer, 2005 pontoon boat, carport. $38,000. Call (336) 362-0039.

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FRESH PRODUCE, FLOWERS, vegetable plants & hanging baskets. Knight’s Produce, 14809 Hwy. 158, Summerfield.

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MOVING SALE – ladders, wheelbarrow, gas grill, etc. (336) 643-6797.

BASS FISHING BOAT, 19.5’, 150 Mercury outboard motor, w/ trailer. Asking $3,000.

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