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Smoky Mountain Center needs more time to transfer regional mental health services to a new provider, CEO Brian Ingraham told Clay County commissioners Thursday. Ingraham called the privatization of SMC’s services the most significant change to sweep the organization in some time. The reform, orchestrated by the Department of Health and Human Services, aims to shift SMC from an area program to a local management entity. In the process, SMC will become a manager and contractor for services instead of providing them directly. “Smoky rode that horse
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about as far as it could go,� Ingraham said, noting that the organization has been operating under a waiver to continue facility-based crisis, mobile crisis management, walk-in services and access to psychiatrists until new agencies can take on program role. Access to psychiatrists has been a huge challenge, specifically in Western North Carolina, Ingraham said. SMC Community Relations Coordinator Shelly Foreman said the region is currently being wired for telepsychiatry services. For now SMC has entered a request for proposal process and is waiting for agencies to respond.
“This is a real, real big deal,� Ingraham said. “These are services that are really the safety net for folks. This can not fail. It has to work, and we have to make sure it works.� SMC has put a great deal of effort into designing the application, Ingraham said, encouraging prospective agencies to focus on continuity of care and how current services will be improved upon. “We made a point of saying we do not want these services split apart,� he said. “There’s a great benefit of all of these services being packaged together in a bundle and delivered by one agency.� Ingraham said that the big-
Stecoah Artisan Gallery's Featured Artist Janene Hardy
Stecoah Artisan Gallery announces Janene Hardy as a featured artist. Janene creates distinctive Southwestern and Indian styled purses, totes, and pillows. Her favorite mediums are chalk pastels and textiles. Janene’s purses are inspired from her heritage. Her purses have a single shoulder strap, velcro closure, and interior pocket. Her pieces are embellished with denim, leather, and buttons. As a child, Janene took art lessons at the Witte Museum in San Antonio. As an adult, her passion for studying art continued to grow. She studied at the Institute of Art in San Francisco,
John C. Campbell Folk School, and received a certification in Color Analysis & Psychology from the Color Research Institute in San Francisco. Janene’s work is displayed at the Stecoah Valley Artisan Gallery, Cottage Craftsman in Bryson City, and The Wood Gallery at the Old Barn. In addition to her creative pursuits, Janene enjoys traveling and sailing. She is a USCG Certified Captain. She has sailed Caribbean Islands, Virgin Islands, San Juan Islands, and has motorcycled through New Zealand. To see Hardy’s artwork, visit the Stecoah Artisans Gallery at Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center. For more information, call 828-479-3364, or visit www.stecoahvalleycenter.com. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center is located at 121 Schoolhouse Road in the Stecoah community off Hwy 28 between Bryson City and Fontana Dam. Located in a restored 1926 schoolhouse, it has become a gathering place for cultural events and community workshops since its renovation in 1996.
The Life of a Rain Drop %\ 'DYLG ( 1LFKROV Guest Sentinel Writer My mother was the ocean My father was the sun God created me in the sixth day My tale of life begun I was drawn high in the sky By the heat then the wind Carried me in my nest of clouds To the land there to descend So cool I dropped on the earth To cause the seeds to wake Partly I joined with others We trickeled, we dripped, we ran, and flowed together again Then the spring we rose formed a branch then a stream A creek, became a river not knowing what lay ahead Our a clift, turned to white bounced high as a mist Formed a rainbow in the sunshine as we spread The swans rode our back the otter came to play and children came to wade to splash, to dive, swim and float We gave the fish a home, but men plowed and we hurt Used is for his refuse, yet of us he drinks made us a rode fro the boat Sooner or later we all reach the river, the lake or the sea Tast the salt, heat and cold till were drown up again This time we form a hail stone and crash down Venginse take for the way we've allowed, unappreciated of man Once in a while we become a snowflake for the children or settle in the North, there trapped for ages unknown As a glacier slide, fighting to be 6(( 5$,1 '523 21 3$*( free, hoping that the sun
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gest concern is finding an agency that will make a commitment to balancing service to patients in multiple counties. “We have recognized that access to services is not the same to everyone,� he said. “It’s good if it’s great in Haywood or Jackson, but what about over here in Clay?� Agencies must provide a plan to make the system better, Ingraham said. “We look at our relationship with the successful applicant as a long-term relationship,� Foreman said. “We’re really committed to working with this provider to help them be successful. We’re not doing this to try and save money...�
The submission deadline for proposals was Friday, Ingraham said, noting that eight agencies were represented at a recent bidders conference. “I’m proud of the way we’re doing this,� Ingraham said, adding an analogy for the interested agencies: “This is kind of like an open book test. We’re telling you what we want, you show us how well you can do it, and then we’re going to monitor the implementation of that very carefully.� Ingraham said SMC would meet with representatives from all seven counties in which the organization operates, before a final decision is made to divest the services.
Commissioner Herbert Cheeks asked if any efforts had been made to make it easier for deputies to get substance abuse patients proper care. Efforts have been made to make mobile crisis teams more accessible in Clay County, Foreman said, adding that the goal was to keep people out of in-patient care. Sheriff Joe Shook agreed that the process has improved, but Ingraham said that overall system improvements are only incremental, noting that the problem is usually getting access to beds at Broughton, the
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National Association of Development Organizations Honors Rep. Shuler with Prestigious Congressional Partnership Award Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Heath Shuler’s efforts to work with regional development organizations to improve local economies and bolster development were recognized this afternoon as he was awarded the 2010 Congressional Partnership Award Today from the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO). 1$'2 ZRUNV ZLWK
regional development organizations across the United States to provide advocacy, education, networking, research and training. Land-of-Sky Regional Council, the Sequoyah Fund, High Country Council of Governments, and Region A Southwestern Commission are all NADO members. “I am exceedingly proud of the work of Western North Carolina’s regional develop-
ment organizations that do so much to bolster economic growth and improve the quality of life in our local communities,� Rep. Heath Shuler (D-Waynesville) said after receiving the award. “I’m honored to receive this award and grateful to have these organizations as partners, working together to strengthen our 6(( $:$5' 21 3$*( $
Rep. Shuler & Blue Dogs Create Plan to Protect Taxpayers & Reduce National Debt Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Heath Shuler (D-Waynesville) announced his support for a recoupment strategy to protect taxpayers as a plan is created to address Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) funds that have not yet been paid back. Rep. Shuler and members of the Blue Dog Coalition sent a letter to U.S. House of Representative leadership insisting that the President put forward legislation to recoup any losses from the TARP bailouts and to guarantee that further implementation of the
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TARP does not add to the country’s mammoth debt burden. President Obama recently announced a “bank fee� designed to make sure that all assistance that was provided to banks and financial institutions through the TARP is paid back in full. Rep. Shuler and other members of the Blue Dog Coalition are advocating that taxpayers should not be stuck with the bill, and that money raised through the bank fee should go to paying down the national debt. “Billions of dollars went to
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wealthy bank executives whose reckless decision making contributed to our nation’s economic downturn in the first place,� said Rep. Shuler. “It is imperative that we get this money back. Making sure that bail-outs do not add to the national debt is the only responsible option.� Congressman John Tanner (D-TN), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee and co-founder of the Blue Dog Coalition, said “As the Blue 6(( 6+8/(5 21 3$*( $
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GRAHAM SENTINEL & BUSINESS REPORT March 10, 2010
CA L E N D A R The Graham Revitalization Economic Action Team – G.R.E.A.T. will meet on Thursday, March 18, 2010 at Fontana Village located at 50 Fontana Road beginning at 12 noon. Please plan to attend to learn of the initiatives of this organization and how you can become a part of GREAT. North Carolina Symphony A Journey Down the Rhine Timothy Myers, conductor Kurt Nikkanen, violin March 18, 2010, 8pm Memorial Hall, UNC-Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, N.C. March 19-20, 2010, 8pm Meymandi Concert Hall, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh, N.C NC Symphony Young People’s Concert: Let’s Dance Grant Llewellyn, Music Director March 13, 2010, 11am and 2pm Meymandi Concert Hall, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh, N.C.
April 17th at 1:00PM Democratic Party Convention held at the Graham County Court House. April 17th at 7:00PM Meet the Democratic Party Primary Candidates held at the Graham County Court House.
Prom Dresses for Sale: 3 ballgown, 1 mermaid, 3 evening gown. Clean, wore only once. Call for more info. Can email pics. Call 828-479-9150 or 828-735-2269
Built to Last MILLS RIVER, N.C. - Move over Superman. The Man of Steel takes second place to the strength associated with many building products manufactured for today’s homes. In the “perfect storm� of technology, some of today’s windows, millwork and roofs are being built to withstand everything from hurricanes to wildfires. During her research of product selection for the renovation of her 100-year-old home, home improvement expert Theresa Coleman has seen windows that can stand up to hurricane force winds and intrusion attempts. Simonton StormBreaker Plus windows feature reinforced vinyl frames with impact-resistant laminated glass. The windows are tested to withstand severe weather conditions, have excellent sound dampening qualities and can help deter intruders. As if the threat of hurricane conditions aren’t enough to make a homeowner question their home’s structure, imagine a wildfire racing through your neighborhood. “I’ve seen homes with cedar shake shingles destroyed in minutes by fastmoving wildfires,� says Coleman, co-host of the home improvement radio show, MyFixItUpLife. “And then, right next to it will be an untouched home with synthetic DaVinci roofing tiles. These tiles have a Class A rating for fire retardance. The roofs can also withstand major hail storms and Category 4 hurricane-force winds. That’s impressive.� Like many homeowners,
Coleman is intrigued by the assembly and “inner workings� of building products. “It’s remarkable to see the components of a product like a decorative glass window,� says Coleman. “One of the Private Elegance windows I’ve seen from Hy-Lite/U S Block Windows actually has triple glazing in one window. There’s tempered glass inner and outer panes that protect the decorative leaded center pane which is all surrounded by a durable vinyl frame. This thermally-efficient window meets R-65 performance ratings and is made to last.� Another product Coleman likes having around the home that’s built to last is decorative urethane pieces. “When we inspected the Fypon urethane shutters we could immediately tell that these solid decorative shutters could withstand anything Mother Nature throws at them,� says Coleman. More resilient than wood or polypropylene shutters, the urethane shutters will not bow or fade over time. The double and triple panel shutters can not absorb water and come in a variety of sizes and styles. “When I’m investing in products for our home or recommending products to friends, I’m always looking first at the durability of the product and its warranty,� says Coleman. “Just like every homeowner, I want products in my home that are solidly-constructed and tested for long-term durability.� For additional information on building products, visit www. myfixituplife.com.
Operation Yuletide Helpers is asking the residents of Graham County to donate their aluminum cans. Drop offs maybe made at Hosanna Baptist Church. All proceeds raised will help provide needy children's Christmas for 2010. If you have any questions please contact Ruby Turpin at 479-8626.
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Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center Offers One-of-AKind Easter Basket
This Easter if you are looking for a great hostess gift, thoughtful gift for spouse, or a basket that features local products – look no further! The Stecoah Valley Easter Jam Basket is only $19.99. Pick any three of our five selections of jelly: Spiced Apple Jelly (5 oz.), Crabapple Jelly (5 oz.), Apple on the census count.â€? To qualify for temporary Butter (5 oz.), Apple Jelly (5 Census employment, you must oz.), and Pepper Jelly (8 oz.) to include in your one-of-a-kind be: ‡DEOH WR UHDG ZULWH DQG Easter Basket. Stecoah value-added prodspeak English; ‡ D 8 6 FLWL]HQ ‡ D OHJDO SHUPDQHQW UHVLdent, or non-citizen with an appropriate work visa, and you KODAK, TN – Adventure possess a bilingual skill for which there are no available and intrigue abound in Tennessee author Carson Brannan’s new qualified U.S. citizens; suspense novel, “The Third ‡DW OHDVW \HDUV ROG ‡KDYH D YDOLG VRFLDO VHFXULW\ Option,â€? the story of Jack Sloan, a man living a comfortable life number; ‡SDVV D ZULWWHQ WHVW RI EDVLF with his new wife, Susan, until a yacht belonging to a couple skills ‡ KDYH D YDOLG GULYHU¡V ‡SDVV with some striking similarities and some undeniable dissimia background check; and ‡ FRPPLW WR IRXU GD\V RI larities to Jack and Susan floats training. You will be paid for close to shore with no passentraining days. Training can be gers on board. Jack and Susan are immediheld either during daytime hours or during evening and weekend ately thrown into a whirlwind of events and choices that may hours. Job seekers can find addi- lead to friendship and happiness tional information at or culminate in total disaster. searching the the Employment Security Between Caribbean for billionaire Guy Commission or JobsNOW.nc. Atkins and uncovering a congov. Census forms will be mailed spiracy that could lead to the from March 15-17. An accurate destruction of the earth, Jack count is critical as recent esti- learns that life is fraught with mates indicate the state will decisions, and that there is receive approximately $15,000 always an alternative option that in federal funding per person is the right course to follow. Published by Tate Publishing counted over the next 10 years. and Enterprises, the book is
More Than a 1,000 Census Jobs Available in WNC RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that more than a thousand Census jobs are still available in Western North Carolina through the Asheville Local Census Office (LCO). There is a particular need in Jackson, Macon, Haywood, Madison, Swain, and Transylvania counties. The U.S. Census Bureau began hiring in January and continues to hire as the Census process progresses. Job seekers can find application information at www.2010censusjobs.gov, by calling 1-866-861-2010, or by contacting the LCO: Asheville LCO 828-239-1130 128 Bingham Rd. Ste. 600 Asheville, NC 28806 The Asheville LCO covers Buncombe, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, Swain, and Transylvania counties. “Census jobs are a great opportunity for thousands of North Carolinians who are looking for work,� said Gov. Perdue. “At the same time, these workers will help our state achieve a complete count of our population and access the more than $400 billion in federal funds to be distributed each year based
Cherokee Historical Association is pleased to announce the first annual Mountainside Art and Music Festival in Cherokee North Carolina. This fun filled day will feature some of the best Appalachian arts and music in the region. The event will take place Saturday May 1st from 9:00 to 6:00 at the Mountainside Theater which is home to the famous outdoor drama “Unto these Hills�. If you are interested in being a vendor, we are accepting applications for various handcrafted items that are reflective of the rich history and heritage of the Appalachian area. For more information or to receive an application please call Program Specialist Linda Squirrel at 828-497-2111 ext. 202 or visit our website at www. cherokeehistorical.org. Application deadline has been extended to March 12, 2010. North Carolina Symphony Silver Screen and Red Carpet Sarah Hicks, Associate Conductor Heather PattersonKing, soprano March 26-27, 2010, 8pm Meymandi Concert Hall, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh, N.C. North Carolina Symphony Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto Grant Llewellyn, Music Director Antonio Pompa-Baldi, piano Paul Randall, trumpet April 8, 2010, 8pm Memorial Hall, UNC-Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, N.C. April 9-10, 2010, 8pm Meymandi Concert Hall, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh, N.C.
ucts are created in our new North Carolina Department of Agriculture inspected kitchen from locally grown produce. Products feature authentic Appalachian recipes from a Graham County native. Quantities are limited. Call 828-479-3364 to reserve your Easter Basket and make your selections. Pick-up up your Easter Jam basket from the Stecoah Gallery, Monday through Friday, 10am to 5pm, between now and Easter.
Tennessee Author Releases Fiction Thriller
available through bookstores nationwide, from the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com/ bookstore, or by visiting barnesandnoble.com or amazon.com. This is also an eLIVE title, meaning each copy contains a code redeemable for a free audio version from TatePublishing. com. eLIVE – Listen, Imagine, View, and Experience! Brannan has been an avid sailor since his childhood spent in Florida, and enjoys all manner of water sports, as well as extensive travel. He is married and has a blended family consisting of five children, nine grandchildren, and one greatgrandchild. He and his wife live in Kodak, Tennessee, in a beautiful house with inspiring vistas all around. The Third Option Series is his first literary effort. For more information, please contact Terry Cordingley, Marketing Representative, at (888) 361-9473 or send an email to terry@tatepublishing.com.
Washington, D.C. – This week, the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility, and Disclosure (CARD) Act, which Rep. Heath Shuler (D-Waynesville) cast his vote for in April, went into effect. Commonly referred to as the Credit Card Holders’ Bill of Rights, the laws significantly change the way credit card companies operate to impede unfair, deceptive, and anti-competitive credit card practices and protect consumers. Now that the rules are in effect, consumers will see “reasonable� penalty fees, steadier interest rates and clearer billing statements. “Implementing the Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights will positively affect the financial security of every American who owns and uses a credit card.� Rep. Shuler remarked. “For far too long, American families have struggled to understand and manage their credit. Previously, Congress did not do enough to protect and assist families in their efforts to be fiscally responsible. This legislation protects consumers and gives American families the information they need and deserve to make smart financial decisions.� The Consumer Federation of America and Credit Union National Association (CUNA) conducted a survey and found that “85 percent of consumers reported planning or taking action when aware of a rate hike, new fee, lower credit limit, fewer rewards, or other disad-
vantageous terms,� said CUNA Chief Economist Bill Hampel. “For too long, credit card companies have had free rein to employ deceptive, unfair tactics that hit responsible consumers with unreasonable costs,� President Obama said in a statement. “But today, we are shifting the balance of power back to the consumer and we are holding the credit card companies accountable.� The bill was passed by the House of Representatives in April, and signed into law by the President in May. Among other protections, the legislation requires 45-day advance notice for account interest rate and fee increases. Previously, card companies could raise interest rates on customers if they paid unrelated bills, such as utility bills, late. This bill prohibits that, and prohibits penalty rate increases for those less than 60 days overdue on their payments. Previously, card companies charged exorbitant overdraft fees. This bill prevents them from charging over-limit fees unless customers have given prior permission to process transactions that would put their accounts over the limit. Additionally, the rules require card companies to mail bills at least 21 days prior to payment due dates. A study conducted by Pew Charitable Trusts found that prior to these rules being put in place, retroactive interest rate hikes and penalties for late payments cost Americans more than $10 billion annually.
Culinary Workshop Features Gourmet Foods on a Budget Stecoah Valley Food Ventures Kitchen will present a culinary workshop Gourmet Foods on a Budget. The class will be held at Stecoah Valley Food Ventures Kitchen on Saturday, March 13 from 9am to 1pm. Gourmet Foods on a Budget is about learning to utilize foods so that you will not have to cook a meal from scratch every day and learning that by adding just a few more ingredients you still have a gourmet meal that looks like you have worked all afternoon to prepare. This style of cooking saves money and works well on a budget. Presentation techniques will also be demonstrated to make your meal look delicious and appealing. Instructor Darryl Talley, Stecoah Valley Food Ventures Kitchen manager and chef, will offer expert advice to participants and help them cook up a tasty lunch of alfredo roasted
chicken, kebabs, ropa viejo, marinated grilled pork loin, almandine Italian style green beans and corn in bĂŠchamel sauce Texas style. These dishes represent classic Italian, Spanish, and good southern style cooking. Cost of the class is $55 per person which includes prepared food. The class has an 8 person maximum, so be sure and reserve your place soon. Call 828-479-3364 to make reservations or for more information visit www.stecoahvalleycenter. com Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center is located at 121 Schoolhouse Road in the Stecoah community off Hwy 28 between Bryson City and Fontana Dam. Located in a restored 1926 schoolhouse, it has become a gathering place for cultural events and community workshops since its renovation in 1996.
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Dogs have talked about for years, our nation’s fiscal outlook is bleak. It is imperative that the cost of this package be recovered without adding an additional hundreds of billions dollars to our federal debt.” The Financial Crisis Responsibility Fee or “bank
fee” is designed to raise as much as $120 billion to pay back taxpayer money that went to bail out failing banks in the fall of 2008, but in reality also funded substantial bonuses for bank executives. Shuler opposed the TARP and stimulus legislation that allowed these bonuses.
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mountain region.” According to NADO President Michael Norton, Rep. Shuler was selected because of his “outstanding and steadfast support for federal policies and programs that encourage regional solutions and approaches to improving local services, economic conditions and community prosperity.” Rep. Shuler also received the biennial NADO Congressional Partnership Award in for his work during the 110th Congress. NADO Board Member and Executive Director of Land-of-
Sky Regional Council Joe McKinney (Asheville) stated, “Rep. Shuler is a true leader who has displayed an unwavering commitment to providing new economic opportunities for our local communities. Most importantly, Rep. Shuler understands that federal programs for basic infrastructure, small business development, job creation and comprehensive economic development planning are essential for the long-term competitiveness of our local communities, especially during these tough economic times.”
WestCare Births
Boys Jamie Lynn Jones and Matthew Robert Jones, born on February 19, 2010, to Roy and Crystal Jones of Franklin in Macon County, Jamie weighing 4 pounds, 10 ounces, and Matthew weighing 5 pounds, 15 ounces. Jakai Jeremiah Ervin, born on February 20, 2010, to Curtis Ervin and Robin Sugg of Sylva in Jackson County, weighing 7 pounds, 13 ounces. Averey West Adams, born on February 20, 2010, to Nicholas and Heather Adams of Franklin in Macon County, weighing 8 pounds, 7 ounces. William James Dunmore, born on February 21, 2010 to Kenneth and Amber Dunsmore of Franklin in Macon County, weighing 6 pounds, 14 ounces. Girls Justus Leigh Tramper, born on February 18, 2010 to Jason Tramper and Jasmine Miller of Sylva in Jackson County, weighing 6 pounds, 15 ounces. Mischa Caprice Cottrell, born on February 19, 2010 to Justin Contrell and Justin Mathis of Sylva in Jackson
County, weighing 7 pounds, 1 ounce. Shayla Cristina Dominguez Acosta, born on February 19, 2010 to Miguel and Chevelle Dominguez Acosta of Robbinsville in Graham County, weighing 8 pounds, 1 ounce. Eydan Nickole Jenkins, born on February 20, 2010 to Jason and Selena Jenkins of Robbinsville in Graham County, weighing 7 pounds, 10 ounces. Luna Faye Iris Deal, born on February 21, 2010 to Isaac and Janis Deal of Bryson City in Swain County, weighing 8 pounds, 9 ounces. Chloe Marie Orr, born on February 22, 2010 to Greg and Lora Orr of Robbinsville in Graham County, weighing 8 pounds, 9 ounces.
Graham County Schools Breakfast & Lunch Menu's
Breakfast Wednesday, March 10: Cereal(choice) or 2 sl. Toast & Jelly, Grape Juice, Low Fat Milk. Thursday, March 11: Cereal(choice) or Scrambled Egg/Sh. Cheese & Wrap, Apple Juice, Low Fat Milk. Friday, March 12: Cereal(choice) or Bagel w/ Cream Cheese, Grape Juice, Low Fat Milk. Monday, March 15: Cereal(choice) or 2 pancakes w/ Syrup, Grape Juice, Low Fat Milk. Tuesday, March 16: Cereal(choice) or Biscuit & Jelly, Orange Juice, Low Fat Milk. Lunch Wednesday, March 10: Hot Dog on Bun, Taco on Chips, Vegetarian Beans, Baked Fries, Pineapple Tidbits, Grape Juice, Low Fat Milk. Thursday, March 11: Chicken Fillet Sandwich, Fish Nuggets/T.Toast, Tater Tots, Steamed Carrots, Fresh Apple, Orange Juice, Low Fat Milk. Friday, March 12: Corndog Nuggets, Pinto's & Cornbread, Mashed Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Spiced Apples, Grape Juice, Low Fat Milk. Monday, March 15: Pepperoni Pizza, Fish Sandwich, Vegetarian Beans, Tossed Salad/Dressing, Fruit Cocktail, Orange Juice, Low Fat Milk. Tuesday, March 16: Pork Roast/Gravy/Roll, Grilled BBQ Chicken on Bun, Mashed Potatoes, Pinto Beans, Applesauce, Grape Juice, Low Fat Milk.
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state’s westernmost psychiatric hospital. Commissioner Harry Jarrett asked the CEO how long the contract with a new agency would last. “I hope a long time; these are cornerstones for us,”
Ingraham said. “I wouldn’t foresee this changing in the near future... We’re trying to make this absolutely boiler-plate, bullet-proof solid;... there’s no intention to switch these out.”
Burchfield Chosen to Play All Star Game
Summer Career Exploration Program Announced for College-Bound High School Students with Hearing Loss ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Explore Your Future (EYF) program at Rochester Institute of Technology offers collegebound high school sophomores and juniors with hearing loss a unique opportunity to experience life on a college campus, explore their interests and sample various careers. Hundreds of students from across the country participate in this six-day, summer career exploration program that provides them with hands-on activities related to careers in engineering, art, business, computers, science and more. EYF sessions for summer 2010 are July 17 to 22 and July 24 to 29. On the final day of each session, parents attend a workshop that helps them prepare their student for life after high school. Students may apply online
at www.rit.edu/NTID/EYFNR . For more information, call (585) 475-6700 (V/TTY) or send an e-mail to: EYFinfo@rit.edu . The application deadline is April 30, 2010. RIT is internationally recognized as a leader in computing, engineering, imaging technology and fine and applied arts programs. RIT provides unparalleled support services for students with hearing loss and is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, where more than 1,300 deaf and hardof-hearing students from around the world study, live and socialize with more than 16,000 hearing students. RIT offers 340 career-oriented and professional programs and its cooperative education program is one of the oldest and largest in the nation. Visit: www.rit.edu/NTID .
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Kristi Burchfield a senior for the RHS Lady Knights has been chosen to play in the 34th Annual Girls Blue-White All Star Game. Kristi is a four-year starter for the Lady Knights. Kristi will be playing on the White Team which consists of players invited to participate from 21 WNC teams. The Blue team consists of players invited to play from 15 WNC teams. The game will be played at T.C. Roberson High School Gym on Friday, March 19, 2010. The girls' game begins at 7:00PM.
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Will travel our way again and draw us away to his home
We pitty man who only one life to live or to give He speeds quickly so quietly along toward a forks there to choose To the right down the river of life with Jesus To the left he'll join forever the take of fire his soul to lose I'm glad to be a rain drop, I'll go with Jesus, cause there's no water in Hell.
Happy 3rd Birthday Deagan Bird!!!
Happy 1st Birthday Braylan Bird!!!
Deagan Bird celebrated his 3rd birthday on February 22. He is the son of Jeremiah & Cynthia Bird. His grandparents are Dean & Vickie Carpenter, Jim & Deb Bird and Debbie & John Bird. His great grandparents are Varnal & Shirley Anderson, Ella and the late William Bird, Del Cochran, all of Robbinsville and Bluford & Bea Carpenter of Murphy. Deagan has a younger brother, Braylan.
Braylan Bird celebrated his 1st birthday on March 9th. He is the son of Jeremiah & Cynthia Bird. His grandparents are Dean & Vickie Carpenter, Jim & Deb Bird and Debbie & John Bird. His great grandparents are Varnal & Shirley Anderson, Ella and the late William Bird, Del Cochran, all of Robbinsville and Bluford & Bea Carpenter of Murphy. Braylan has a older brother, Deagan.
Happy 1st Birthday Logan Eller!!!
Happy 10th Birthday Mikayla Morgan!!!
Logan Reed Eller celebrated his 1st birthday on January 23, 2010 with a "pizza" party with family and friends. He is the son of Sabrina Cook of Murphy and Dustin Eller of Robbinsville. His grandparents are Teddy and Grace Cook of Murphy and Larry Joe and Rita Eller of Robbinsville. Logan is the great grandson of Richard Cody and the late Wilma Cody of Stecoah and the late H.R. "Red" and Ethel Eller of Robbinsville.
Mikayla Lynn Morgan celebrated her 10th birthday on March 9, 2010. Mikayla is the daughter of Michael & Amanda Morgan of Robbinsville. Her grandparents are Bud and Norma Kay Morgan of Robbinsville; Cheryl and David Kelley and Gary and Stella Gray, all of Andrews. Her great grandparents are Alma Gray and Marilyn Waters, both of Andrews.
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p.m. Arthur Schwartz’s classic “That’s Entertainment� provides the overture for a program ranging from Mozart to Broadway with selections from Symphony No. 25 (featured in 1985 Best Picture Amadeus), My Fair Lady and The King and I. Nor does the evening lack for prominent Hollywood composers, including work by groundbreakers Max Steiner and Dimitri Tiomkin, four-time Oscar-winner John Barry and the legendary John Williams. Lending her vocal talents to this challenging concert slate is Heather Patterson-King, a 20-year veteran of musical theater who has performed such
WASHINGTON (March 8, 2010) – National Farmers Union (NFU) will hold its annual convention March 14-16, 2010, at the Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center, Rapid City, S.D. The event is open to the media. WHO: National Farmers Union WHAT: 2010 National Farmers Union Convention WHEN: Sunday, March 14 6:00 p.m. – State of the Farmers Union Report, NFU President Roger Johnson 6:30 p.m. – Meritorious Service Awards Presentation Monday, March 15 9:00 a.m. – Michael T. Scuse, USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services 9:30 a.m. – Dr. Daryll Ray, University of Tennessee Director of the Agricultural Policy Analysis Center 10:30 a.m. – Breakout Sessions: Renewable Energy; Health Care; Media; and Youth Involvement 11:45 a.m. – Keynote Address: Tom Vilsack, USDA
Secretary of Agriculture 2:15 p.m. – Breakout Sessions: Climate Change; Dairy; Planned Giving; Membership; and Youth Involvement 4:00 p.m. – Dallas Tonsager, USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development Tuesday, March 16 12:00 p.m. – Presentation of the Milton D. Hakel Award for Excellence in Agricultural Journalism and NFU Membership Awards WHERE: Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center 2111 N LaCrosse Street Rapid City, SD 57701 605-343-8550 Please RSVP to Melisa Augusto, NFU director of communications, at maugusto@ nfudc.org, if you plan to attend. National Farmers Union has been working since 1902 to protect and enhance the economic well-being and quality of life for family farmers, ranchers and rural communities through advocating grassroots-driven policy positions adopted by its membership.
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contrasting roles as Eliza in My Fair Lady and Lady Macbeth. She has also taught classes and workshops throughout the United States and served as director of the A.C.T.-Out Ensemble at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis. Regular tickets to this Pops Series performance range from $30 to $45. Meymandi Concert Hall is located in the Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh, NC 27601. For tickets and more information, visit the North Carolina Symphony Web site at ncsymphony.org or call 919.733.2750.
RALEIGH, N.C.—Pianist Antonio Pompa-Baldi takes the stage with Music Director Grant Llewellyn and the North Carolina Symphony to perform Beethoven’s powerful “Emperorâ€? Concerto, April 8-10. The concert also highlights the Symphony’s worldclass wind and brass sections with commanding works by Stravinsky, Bach and Arvo Pärt. The performances begin at Memorial Hall on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Thursday, April 8, followed by two weekend concerts at Meymandi Concert Hall in downtown Raleigh’s Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Friday and Saturday, April 9-10. All concerts begin at 8:00 p.m. Following prizewinning performances in world-renowned piano competitions, as well as appearances in venues from New York’s Lincoln Center to Beijing’s Forbidden City
Concert Hall, Antonio PompaBaldi has earned a reputation as one of classical music’s most sought-after guest soloists. Naturally, he has the skill and stage presence to match. Charleston Gazette music critic David Williams hailed PompaBaldi’s performance of the “Emperor� Concerto last year as “the finest performance of a Beethoven concerto I have ever heard,� adding that “his tone was never forced or steely. Even in the loudest passages there was remarkable warmth. This was one of the finest performances I have heard in 18 seasons as a music critic.� Balancing the expansive, rich texture of the “Emperor� Concerto will be Stravinsky’s Octet for Winds and Bach’s first Orchestral Suite, both emphasizing purity of the Symphony’s wind instruments. Stravinsky said that his piece “is not an ‘emotive’ work, but a musical composition based on elements which are sufficient in themselves.�
The evening also features North Carolina Symphony principal trumpet Paul Randall for Estonian composer Avro Pärt’s Concerto Piccolo after B-AC-H. The work, orchestrated for strings and solo trumpet, takes the pseudonymous keys that Bach used in The Art of the Fugue —B-flat, A, C and B-natural, written with an “hâ€? in German notation—for a vibrant and engaging juxtaposition of classical convention with avant-garde themes. Regular tickets to Classical Series performances in Raleigh and Chapel Hill range from $30 to $45. Meymandi Concert Hall is located in the Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh, NC 27601. Memorial Hall is located on E. Cameron Ave, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. For tickets and more information, visit the North Carolina Symphony Web site at ncsymphony.org or call 919.733.2750.
1HZ %RRN 6KDUHV 0HPRULHV 6KXOHU 9RWHV IRU -REV %LOO *XDUDQWHHV 1R )LVFDO %XUGHQ RI WKH *RRG 2OG 'D\V RABUN GAP, GA – In his their imagination was the best RQ )XWXUH *HQHUDWLRQV Washington, D.C. –Today, Carolinians. No one piece of new book, “The Proving Ground: Memories of the Good Old Days,� Georgia author Dr. John Lawrence recounts his idyllic childhood memories of growing up in rural Alabama and Florida. The book takes readers back the Great Depression—a difficult time for most Americans and seemingly even more so for a poor Methodist preacher, his wife, and their seven children. But for Johnny it was a time of discovery and childhood adventure far removed from the woes of the world. What his family lacked monetarily was surpassed by their solidarity, hard work, and creativity. These charming stories show the world from an innocent and untarnished perspective, a bygone era where children were free to roam and explore the countryside, where
form of entertainment, and where the great outdoors— God’s entire world, as they knew it—was both a playpen and a proving ground. Published by Tate Publishing and Enterprises, the book is available through bookstores nationwide, from the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com/ bookstore, or by visiting barnesandnoble.com or amazon.com. After his boyhood days spent enjoying nature and learning to love life, Dr. Lawrence went on to become a preacher, then a pediatrician. After retirement, he began to dream of his childhood, chronicling those memories in a journal, which eventually became this book. He now resides in Rabun Gap, Georgia. For more information, visit the author’s website, drjohnlawrence.tatepublishing.net.
Congressman Heath Shuler (D-Waynesville) cast his vote in favor of the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act, a bill designed to create and save hundreds of thousands of jobs this year. Over the last two weeks, Rep. Shuler and other Blue Dog members fought to ensure that the $15 billion HIRE Act complies with PayAs-You-Go budget rules and does not add to the national deficit. The cost of the bill is offset by cracking down on overseas tax havens and putting a 3-year moratorium on a tax break for US companies who ship jobs overseas to alleviate their tax burden. “This bill is all about American jobs. Making this bill deficit-neutral was a major success. We can create jobs today without putting the burden on future generations,� said Rep. Shuler. “There are almost a half a million unemployed North
legislation can be a silver bullet, but this bill will give small businesses and states the funds and resources necessary to spur job creation and get more skilled Americans back to work.� The HIRE Act provides for tax cuts for small businesses to help them grow and hire additional employees. It includes provisions that make it easier for states to receive loans for infrastructure projects, such as energy projects and school construction. The HIRE Act extends the Highway Trust Fund through December 31st, which will allow for billions of dollars in infrastructure investments. It also establishes a payroll tax holiday for businesses that hire unemployed workers; this provision alone is expected to create roughly 300,000 jobs. This bill passed with bipartisan support and will now be considered by the Senate.
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CH U R C H Atoah Baptist Church- Pastor Vacant Bear Creek Baptist Church-Wesley O’Dell Bethel Baptist Church, U.S. #129 South-Pastor Burlin Aldridge, 4798495. Blessed Hope Baptist Church-Pastor Lennox Hedrick, 735-1402. Brooks Cove Baptist Church- Vacant Buffalo Independent Baptist Church Philip Ellington 479-7419 Cable Cove Baptist (Powell Branch) Church-Teddy Silvers Calvary Baptist Church-Pastor David Anderson Cedar Cliff Baptist Church-Pastor Daniel Stewart, 479-6553.
Cornerstone C o m m u n i t y Church(formerly First Assembly) 191 Robinson Rd, Andrews. Sunday 11AM. Phone 828321-3777. www. cornerstoneandrews.org.
Orr Branch Baptist Church - Pastor Michael Pannell
Pastor Jimmy Millsaps, 479-8857.
Dry Creek Baptist Church-Pastor Max Cochran, 488-3256.
Hosanna Baptist Church-Pastor Max Turpin, 479-8626.
Eternal Believers - Missionary BaptistPastor Grant Burke, 479-2347
House of Prayer-Pastor Delmer Holder, 479-6041.
First Baptist Church-Pastor Noah Crowe, 479-3423.
Liberty Missionary Church- Pastor David Byrd, 479-1013.
Fontana Community Church-Pastor Ernest Stiles, 479-6375.
Little Snowbird Baptist Church, 1897 Little Snowbird Road (2 miles from Little/Big Snowbird Intersection)-Pastor Paul Teasdale, 479-3492.
Panther Creek Baptist ChurchPastor Mike Edwards.
Grace Fellowship Baptist ChurchPastor David Blackney, 479-3723.
Church of Christ Church of Grace-Pastor Todd Orr. Church of the Lamb - Snowbird Road 10:30 Services Sunday AM Wednesday eve. 7:00 PM 828-479-3548 Pastor David Allen
Grace Mountainside Lutheran Episcopal Church Deacon Steve Holcomb 479-2963 Grace Tabernacle Baptist Church,
Meadow Branch Baptist Church-Pastor Onley Williams, 479-2474. Midway Baptist Church- Pastor Jim Postell, 321-3938.
Ray B. Stewart February 4, 1930 - March 3, 2010
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I was out cutting wood with my chain saw. It threw the chain off. I wasn’t sure how to fix it, so I put in on the floor board of my truck and took it to a friend’s house for some advice. I guess I didn’t have the cap on the pre mix gas tank very tight, and my truck soon smelled like gas. That was last week. It still smells like gas today. The chain saw is no longer there, but the aroma remains. In Matthew 26 there was a woman who had an alabaster flask of costly fragrant oil. She poured it on Jesus’ feet. It Dogwood Women’s Health
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Nell Sanders of Wando, SC, Betty Small of Mt. Pleasant, SC, and Marselle Tallent of Maryville, TN. He has 7 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 1:00 pm Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Cedar Cliff Baptist Church of which he was a member. The Reverends Daniel Stewart and Mickey Stewart officiated. Burial followed at the Stewart Cemetery. The family received friends from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturday at the Church, prior to the service. Townson-Smith Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. An online register is available at www.townson-smithfuneralhome. com.
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OBITUARIES
Ray B. Stewart, age 80, of the West Buffalo Community in Robbinsville, NC, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at Britthaven of Graham. A native of Graham County, he was the son of the late Samuel and Katy Martin Stewart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Perry Stewart, Russell Stewart, and Henry Stewart. He is survived by his daughter, Cathy Stewart, daughter and sonin-law, Donna and Bill Orr, all of Robbinsville, NC; and sons and daughters-in-law, Tommy and Bea Stewart and Steve and Jan Stewart, all of Robbinsville, NC; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Gerald and
Prince of Peace Catholic ChurchFather Michael T. Kottar, 828-3214463. 704 South 129, Robbinsville (Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m.)
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must have smelled really strong. She wiped His feet off with her hair. People probably smelled that aroma on Jesus for days. It is also safe to say, that anyone that was with Jesus that day, probably smelled like that aroma too. They had the same aroma as Jesus, because they had been with Him. Do you and I give off the aroma of Christ, to those that we are around? Can people tell that we have spent time with Jesus? These things should be the case. Paul talks about this in II Corinthians 2:14-16. It says, “Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place. For we are to God the fragrance of Christ among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing. To the one we are the aroma of death leading to death, and to the other the aroma of life leading to life.� Can people tell by the way
you look, act and speak that you have been with Jesus. They should! “Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, ‘Rulers of the people and elders of Israel: If we this day are judged for a good deed done to a helpless man, by what means he has been made well, let it be known to you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead, by Him this man stands here before you whole. This is the “stone which was rejected by you builders, which has become the chief cornerstone.� ‘Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.’ Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were uneducated and untrained men, they marveled. And they realized that they had been with Jesus.� Acts 4:8-13. Ford’s Auto Parts & Machine
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Deadline for classifieds is Monday at 3:00. All classifieds received after this time will be printed the following Thursday. 100-Autos
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2005 FORD FOCUS SES, Runs GREAT! Automatic, white, power locks, power windows, leather seats, tinted windows. Great gas mileage. Well maintained car. Asking below Kelly Blue Book. 2008 Lexus GS350, 15,600 miles. One owner, non-smoker, garaged. GPS, rear camera, bluetooth, etc... Asking: $36,500 Call 706-896-6076
Cooking with Kara *NEW* The Hiawassee Health Hut, your natural grocer. 3243 Dogwood Lane Hiawassee GA. Open Tuesday-Friday from 8-3 p.m. and Saturdays from 9-4. Saturday morning cooking classes from 11-1. For more information call Kara 828-389-7044. Visit: www.Cooking with Kara.com Bush hogging, Stump-grinding, gardens plowed, gravel-roads/driveways scraped, post-holes dug, sickle mowing. Free estimates, reasonable rates, dependable service. (828) 837-7809 Cell: (828) 361-8738 # D&L Painting & drywall INC. PaintJOH 4UBJOJOH *OUFSJPS t &YUFSJPS t 3FTJEFOUJBM t $PNNFSDJBM %3:8"-- )BOH t 'JOJTI t 5FYUVSF BMM UZQFT PG GJOJTIFT UFYUVSFT 100% Quality Driven. Free Estimates cell: 828-508-5270 office(1): 828-321-2111 office(2): 828-479-4052 # Tile installer your tile or mine, 26 years experience have references and liability insurance. Ask for Don at 828389-9394 # Walker Storage Corner of Old Highway 64 West and West Cherry Road. Concrete block Construction 828-3894926 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. # Massage Therapy- in the comfort of your home. Licensed and insured. 18 years experience, call Gerri; 1 hour $40; Half hour $25; 706-896-6108. A&R Landscape Residential, and commercial lawn care. Plant, turf and grassing, lot clean up, mulching and retaining walls. 706-994-2457. Horse back riding lessons for kids.
200-Employment CNA’s needed for Cherokee and Clay County. Please call Helen @ (828) 8358147 Medical: Immediate Opening Full time ( Monday-Friday) for general secretarial duties. Excellent benefits include Health/ Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, 401K Plan, Experience preferred, but not required. Send resume and references to : Peachtree Internal Medicine, P. O. Box 158, Murphy, NC 28906 or you may bring them to our office at Suite 1, Physicians Bldg., 4040 East US 64 Alt. Murphy, NC 28904 CNA available excellent references. Will work Sundays. 706-896-5794 Drivers/CDL Career Training w/ Central Refrigerated. We Train, Employ w/ $0 Down Financing. AVG $35 K-$40K 1st Year! 1-800-543-4023 Real Estate Attorney full-time office position: Experience with real estate transactions and /or mortgage lending background required. Send resume to : P.O. Box 2807, Blairsville, Ga 30514
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THE CHEROKEE INDIAN HOSPITAL AUTHORITY has the following jobs available: FT LPN. Anyone interested should pick up an application and position description from Arlenea Chapa or Teresa Carvalho at the Cherokee Indian Hospital Human Resources Office between the hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday –Friday. This position will close March 19, 2010. Indian preference does apply and a current job application must be submitted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of CIHA application.
Horses are calm and well behaved. Given by an experienced rider. Interested? Call for more information or rates. 706299-1614. Will baby sit your child or children: Any age. Reasonable rates.References available. Call 706-299-1614
400 - Yard Sales DON’T MISS! March 13th Sat. 9 a.m.3 p.m. HUGE INDOOR Moving Sale! Antiques; furniture, 2 sofas; filing,fireproof GJMJOH DIJOB DBCJOFUT ESFTTFS DIFTU EJOing table + 6 chairs; end tables; shelves; storage; exercise equipment,lamps,desk DIBJS SFGSJHFSBUPS .03& "QQSPY miles out Tusquittee Road to Right on Serenity Lane to 4th house .
500 - For Sale Antique Couch and chair in beautiful condition. Reupholstered chenille fabric. Walnut trim on both pieces. $300 8376623 Gorgeous, soft green, Country French, distressed China Cabinet. Original Price $1,950.00 will sell for $475.00. I will be happy to e-mail pictures for anyone interested. Call 706-897-5728 2009 Kawasaki KLX-110 with Monster Graphics. 6.3 HP Engine bike has been ridden very little and is in like new condition. Asking $1,500.00 Call Deb Odom @ 828-479-2789 For Sale Dining Room table with 4 chairs, Handmade solid wood, Asking $200 Call 828-735-1328 Sell your Boat/RV. We bring the buyer to you! 1-866-417-8291 Dry hay in 4’ x 5’ Bales $25.00 828-3614633 Hay for Sale June 2009 cutting $3.00 a bale 828-389-0956 RELOCATED & OPEN The PINK RIBBON Thrift Shoppe’ 1615 Hwy 17 (at the *OUFSTFDUJPO PG KVTU CFMPX Crossroads next to D-Nails). Due to extensive water damage from a pipe break DFJMJOH DPMMBQTJOH XF IBWF SFMPDBUFE again and are in need of your donations, FTQFDJBMMZ GPSNBM HPXOT KFXFMSZ PGG your purchase w/donations. Mon- Fri. 105p.m. Sat 10-4 Black Angus. Appalachian Grown- All natural farm raised USDA Inspected, processed and packaged by the quarter. Heifers and cows bred with quality genetics for sale. Walnut Hollow Ranch, Hayesville, 828389-8931 crkissling@verizon.net Pro-Activ Solution for sale! I didn’t read the fine print – am now swamped with the stuff. How about $20 for the $45 product package? Call me – it’s a great product but I can’t use all of it. 706-781-3044. Sofa bed (queen) beige/ burgundy plaid $100 and small beige recliner $60 All good condition. 706-896-6071. 33’Travel Trailer for Sale. Very clean, no
Place your ad in our classifieds and reach thousands of Western Carolina readers. Cost is only $5 for the first 10 words for one week in Cherokee, Clay and Graham Counties. Call (828) 389-8338
pets, no smoking. Located in Hiawassee in Campground on Lake. Has attached 30? deck with aluminum/ vinyl awning, pool, Recreation area, boat dock and storage, 8*'* DBCMF BWBJMBCMF 0#0 378-4175, 229-377-6104 LEAVE MESSAGE
550 - Antiques Hiawassee Antique Mall 460 N. Main Street Hiawassee. Open year round. Mon.-Sat. 10-5, Sun 12-5. Antiques-Collectibles. 706-896-0587
600-Wanted Have any old Mac/Apple products KVTU TJUUJOH BSPVOE HBUIFSJOH EVTU %Pnate old iPods and computers, even if they don’t work anymore, to Harrison by contacting hkeely@gmail.com. Wanted: Old Pinball machines, electro-mechanical, . Call 828-389-6459 Looking for bumper-pull horse trailer in good shape. Nothing too pricey. If you have one for sale or you want to get rid of call 706-299-1614. MODELS NEEDED: Looking for female models for pseudo bridal shoot. No compensation but photographer will provide images for your portfolio. Please email best images of yourself and we will contact chosen models. info@ lorenrouthierphotography.com #
700-Lost and Found LOST 2 Stihl Chain Saws from North End of Dickey Road to Culberson NC. $200 reward offered for their return. Call 706.745.2590 or 828.361.4520
800-Animals Happy Jack Mitex For ear mites in rabbits, dogs, or cats, ask for Happy Jack Mitex. Contains no IGR’s., Hiawassee 'FFE 'BSN 4VQQMZ XXX IBQQZKBDLJOD DPN Professional dog training, Boarding & grooming. 1-4 week courses available, training service guaranteed, references abundant, in Mineral Bluff, GA. visit mountaindogboarding.com 706-374-9021
900 - Real Estate 139 Acres of land with with trout stream. Good place for campground. Has 45 X 100 metal building. Land also has spring - lacks two filter tests for being state approved. Has nice views and would be good for developing.
Price: $7,000 per acre. That’s less than half of what it has been priced for. Call 828.835.7880. Investment Property near YH College? 3 BR Brick House, remodeled on BDSFT JO DJUZ MJNJUT $JUZ XBUFS TFXer. Located below Elementary school. $195,000.00 Steve 201-315-9818 stop THE CAR HONEY! $319,000 short sale Make offer- in town- lake view, MBLF BDDFTT NPVOUBJO WJFXT CS CB oversize 2 car garage, complete apartment downstairs. Many, many extras. Almost new. Excellent condition. Must sell. Beautifully furnished by designer. Owner must sell furniture and furnishings at fraction of cost. Charlotte Ledford Realtor; 706-781-7028 Lots within a gated community. Reduced. Highest elevation in Towns County. Call 706-896-2353. Must sell! )JBXBTTFF (B BEKPJOJOH lots, long range, year round mountain views. Well established neighborhood; $36,500 each; 706-781-5274. 3 Cabins, must see- reduced! In gated communities.Starting at $199,000, Call 706-896-2353.
1000 - Rentals 2BDRM/2BA mobile, CHA, completely furnished on pond, 55+ community. Year round Mtn. views, decks, carport, many extras. $49,500. 706-896-8363 or 706-897-0311. Two bedroom, one bath Mobile Home for Rent in Hiawassee, Ga. $125 per week or $400 per month plus $200 deposit. No pets. Call 706-8356561 Early Spring Special! Sit in your rockers and watch Spring Arrive from your front porch! 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath to 2 Bedrooms , 1 1/2 Bath from $495.00 per month with security deposit. MainUFOBODF '3&& /0 TUFQT '3&& XBUFS Trash disposal! All appliances included! “It’s time to move up to the Ridgeline Apartments! “3346 Highway 64 East, Hayesville, NC 828-389-1545 Nothing else like it in Towns County. 2 unrestricted lots for sale or MFBTF 6UJMJUJFT CFBVUJGVM MBOETDBQJOH drive-ways already done by owner. All you have to do is place your RV, park model, or home on lot. 706-207-4159. 1 BR, 1 1/2 BA, Large duplex Apt. + CPOVT SPPN JO #MBJSTWJMMF 'MQ KBDV[[J custom kitchen. $550./ mo. + security deposit. 706-745-2297 or 770-7122107 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath partially furnished home, Lakeview, Hwy 175
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$850.00 per month. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath $450.00 per month. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath furnished $350.00 per month. References and Security deposit required. 828-507-1617. We have cabins and Homes for Rent! Weekly to long-term, and we;re looking for more ! Call 828-837-5551. FOR RENT - 2 BR/2.5 BA, Mountain Home w/ long range views. LR, eat-in ,JU "QQMJBODFT 8 % 8PPE CVSOJOH GJSFQMBDF DBSQPSU EFDL TIFE $700.00 month. 706-897-1734 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Cabin for rent in Hanging Dog area. Unfurnished, washer/dryer, fireplace. $550 per month. Call 1-828-360-4630 We have cabins and Homes for Rent! Weekly to long-term, and we;re looking for more ! Call 828-837-5551. Young Harris rentals available Mountain Realty 706-379-3115 3br/2ba 2 car attached garage close to Young Harris College. BeauUJGVM QSJWBUF NPOUI EFQPTJU plus utilities; 706-897-3730. 5br/3ba Upscale home 2 car garage 1.71 acres near Young Harris College. $1200 per month/deposit plus utilities or for sale $399,000. Call 706896-6208. 3 BR 1 1/2 BA mobile home â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not in a trailer park. $300 a month. (828) 837-6222. # 3,000 square foot Commercial Building for rent in downtown Murphy. $800 per month. Call 828-8376222 # 2 Bedroom 1 Bath house for rent in the town of Andrews. Call 828-8376222 # Newer Lake Nottely Waterfront Home for Rent. Large 3 BR/2BA secluded lakefront home.Unfurnished, partially furnished, or furnished. $1,000 per month + security. 140 ft. on Lake Nottely, Unfurnished basement for storage,Call 706-258-7134 or 561-2897493 Two bedroom, one bath Mobile Home for Rent in Hiawassee, Ga. $125 per week or $400 per month plus $200 deposit. No pets. Call 706-835-6561 House for Rent: 3 Bedroom, 1 bath Brick Ranch House in Brasstown, NC. Good privacy on 1.2 acres. W/D Hook-ups, refrigerator, stove, indoor Monitor Heater, also wood heater and " $ QFS NPOUI XJUI TU MBTU monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rent as Security. Call 828-6449388 John or Honor
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