A rezoning request was on the agenda for the Jamestown Planning Board meeting on April 13.
The request by True Homes is for 5125 R1 Atwater Dr., a wooded, 18.02-acre parcel of land located between the Fox Hollow subdivision along Adams Farm Parkway and the new D.R. Horton development along Mackay Road. This is on the edge of Jamestown’s town limits.
The site is currently zoned Agricultural (AG) but True Homes requests the change to Conditional
Zoning-Single Family Residential (CS-SFR) to construct 73 detached homes, the maximum allowed by Jamestown. That equates to approximately 4.1 homes per acre, with a minimum of 10 feet between buildings.
Adjacent land uses include Single Family Residential, Agricultural including Residential and Single Family, and Conditional ZoningPlanned Use Development (D.R. Horton).
A portion of the Town’s Land Development Ordinance 8.3(C) describes CZ-SFR as “The SingleFamily Residential District (SFR) provides for the completion of existing residential neighborhoods
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YARD SALE/PLANT
Sedgefield Presbyterian Church, 4216 Wayne Road in Greensboro, will host a yard/plant sale May 1 and 2 from noon to 8 p.m. and on May 3 from 7 a.m. to noon. Items will be half price on Saturday. In addition to plants, the event will include gently used household goods, furniture, toys and more. Shop and save while supporting the church’s ministry.
FIRST THURSDAY HISTORY: “ONE LAND: THREE LANDMARKS”
Author Shelly Lutzweiler’s new book “One Land: Three Landmarks The Iddings House, TB Sanatorium and GTCC” chronicles the same property on East Main Street as it progressed from farmland to a tuberculosis hospital to Guilford Technical Community College is the topic of the next First Thursday History Program May 1 at 6:30 at the Jamestown Public Library.
Lutzweiler’s unique knowledge of the property comes from 31 years of teaching at the school and personal interviews.
The program is free.
PLANT SALE
If you are thinking about beautifying your home for spring, now you can buy what you need and help the ministries that help people in need. Lutheran Church of Our Father, 3304 Groometown Road, Greensboro, will sell outdoor and indoor plants on May 3 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and May 4 from noon to 2 p.m.
The church will have annuals, perennials, herbs, houseplants, vegetables, a few hanging baskets and more. Many of the plants have been grown from seeds. Since “leftovers” are not wanted, everything will be priced to sell. Money raised will support church ministries including the youth, the food pantry and other projects.
REDEDICATION
Renovations are completed on the sanctuary and Sedgefield Presbyterian Church will host a rededication service May 18 during the 11 a.m. morning worship. The church is located at 4216 Wayne Road in Greensboro. The community is invited to attend.
BLOOD DONATIONS SAVE LIVES
During National Volunteer Month, the American Red Cross asks donors to help keep the blood supply stable by making an appointment to give blood or platelets now. All blood types are important, but Type O blood and platelets are especially needed to ensure hospitals are
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and the development of new residential neighborhoods in a pattern that encourages the wise use of land. Neighborhoods in this district are the dominant land use in Jamestown and are a major element in defining the character of the community.”
Jeff Guernier, a market partner with True Homes, addressed the Planning Board. The company, located in Monroe, N.C., recently completed Boulding Branch Estates in High Point.
The one- or two-car homes would be available in several designs from which the purchaser may choose.
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Council, Planning oppose bills at Raleigh State House
By CaROL BROOKs FREELANCE WRITER cab1hp@gmail.com
Would you want to live in a state that has such control over your life that a multi-story commercial building could be built in your quiet neighborhood?
That is one possibility of one of the bills currently under discussion at the N.C. State House in Raleigh.
The Jamestown Planning Board on April 14 and the Town Council on April 15 each approved opposing several North Carolina Senate and House bills. The Council approved a resolution to the N.C. House. These bills give control of local planning and zoning to Raleigh, rather than individual municipalities.
The bills are Senate 314, 493, 495, 497, 499, 688, 713 and 758 and House 626, 627, 661 and 765. Jamestown’s resolution states these bills “propose significant alterations to local planning and zoning authority, as well as municipal oversight of development within their jurisdiction, thereby impacting the ability of local governments to represent the interests and will of their citizens.
“Local governments have historically served as the primary guardians of the rights of their residents, facilitating in-person attendance and public comment on zoning decisions through established Public Hearing Processes, thus ensuring that citizens can actively participate in matters affecting their communities.”
There are several properties
in the Jamestown area currently undergoing development, one of which is purported to eventually double the existing population. Some of these proposed bills could limit growth in the town as well as prevent local governments ability to create zoning regulations that comply with needs of the community.
One of the bills wants to eliminate extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) authority. Without this authority, how could cities manage growth effectively and provide for residents in developing areas. Current ETJ representatives could not sit on the Planning Board and have a voice in the process.
The resolution continues, “Senate Bill 497 creates a new category identified as ‘middle housing,’ which would require local municipalities to permit duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, and townhouse units in single-family residential districts without public hearings and without consideration of the potential impact on neighboring property values.” Imagine what would happen if the public was not given the opportunity to voice their opinion.
“House Bill 626 would allow multi-family dwellings in all residentially-zoned districts and waive construction fees for low or moderate-income housing, establish a minimum gross density of four units per acre across all residentially zoned districts, among other regulations.” Several recent Planning Board zoning discussions have centered on having too many
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Sheriff’s Office
Nominations for 2025 preservation award due May 1
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The Historic Jamestown Society is again accepting applications for the Mary A. Browning Historic Preservation Award. Do you know a person or a group of people who have contributed to the history of Jamestown that you would like to nominate?
Eligibility rules are simple: Candidates are not required to be Jamestown citizens and nominations for posthumous awards will be considered. The contributions of all nominees must be directly related to the preservation, interpretation or research of Jamestown history.
Selection will be based on significance, quality, leadership, impact, performance and dedication.
Categories include Archeology, Education and Outreach, Lifetime Achievement, Heritage Interpretation, Research, Documentation/Survey Work, Activism/Advocacy, Structural Preservation/Restoration, Archival Activities, or other. A nomination form is available at the Mendenhall Homeplace, 603 W. Main St., and on the website, www.mendenhallhomeplace.com.
Mail your nomination to Historic Jamestown Society, P.O. Box 512, James-
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Council tackles issues
Recently the Jamestown Town Council requested monthly reports from the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office. Captain Powell, of the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office District 3 Jamestown office, gave the first report April 15 and spoke about statistics from March.
“Jamestown is pretty low crime but we had four shopliftings in March. We’re working with Food Lion and Dollar General to prevent that.
“We had two thefts of property from a residence that were not burglaries. And there were other various reports like frauds, found property, narcotic violations.
“Our average response time [from when the call comes in] is 7.33 minutes. We’re working to keep that low. The reaction time is 4 minutes, 17 seconds. That is when we get the call.”
Powell reminded everyone to lock their
cars and leave valuables at home. She said there was some fraud going around about the department. Most of these were phone calls saying they were calling from the Sheriff’s Office and claiming they would release an inmate in exchange for payment.
“The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office won’t ever call and ask you for anything,” Powell said. “If you question it, you can always call our office.”
Lobbyist hired
The Council unanimously approved a contract with New Frame, Inc. to work in Jamestown’s interest on any proposed legislation.
“Lobbyists closely monitor proposed legislation, budget developments and regulatory changes that impact municipalities like Jamestown,” said Town Manager Matthew Johnson. “They can provide early warning about risks or opportunities, allowing the Town to respond swiftly and strategically.
“The Town will be working to renovate/ replace Fire Station 46. Station 46 is owned by the Town and Pinecroft Sedgefield Fire
Department operates from this facility under our contract. The station is no longer capable of meeting the mission of the fire department and there are numerous challenges that hinder the safety of personnel stationed there.
“The replacement of this facility will be costly and it is our hope that a lobbying firm may identify financial opportunities at the State level through grants or other means which would benefit the citizens of Jamestown.
“Additionally, as legislation moves through the General Assembly each session, the Town feels that it would be beneficial to have a firm which is proactively monitoring and advocating for the Town in Raleigh and/ or Washington, D.C.
“The firm selected (New Frame, Inc.) would be able to work directly with the Town Council each year to craft a specific legislative agenda which it would then use to strategically guide their work with our legislators, thus benefiting our citizens.”
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From The Front
Notes from Norma: Happy Mail
For me, there is something special about opening my mailbox and finding a card or a letter waiting to be read. Not just the expected cards at Christmas or birthdays, but at random times during the year. I call this Happy Mail.
Unfortunately the popularity of electronic communication has caused a decline in first-class mail resulting in the United States Postal Service loosing billions of dollars.
According to Reuters reporting, the volumes of first-class mail are the lowest since 1968.
In an effort to improve efficiency and cut costs, the USPS is adjusting service standards for first-class mail, periodicals, marketing mail and packages. It will deliver 75
percent of first-class mail at the same service standard, 14 percent upgraded to a faster standard and 11 percent at a slower standard. All will be delivered within the current 1-5 day range.
The project will take place in two phases. The first began April 1 and the second will begin in July.
On July 13, there will be a 5 cent increase in the price of first-class Forever stamps, which will rise from 73 to 78 cents. Forever stamps were first introduced in 2007. Even if the price of postage increases, Forever stamps may be used without additional cost on any mail up to 1 oz. sent to any United States address.
All these changes are expected to
“We target first time/first time move up buyers,” Guernier said. “Most builders build spec homes and people buy what they see. We have a 4,000-foot design center that allows our buyers to customize their home, pick the fit and finish that goes into those homes.”
He said the majority of the homes would be pre-sold.
“Pricing will be $310,000-$375,000 in the current market.”
The homes will be constructed on slabs and there will be sidewalks on both sides of the street.
During the public comment portion of the public hearing, Jeffrey Williams, treasurer of the Fox Hollow HOA, said True Homes was a good company but he had concerns. One was about the extension of Pinetuck Drive into the development. Williams was the only person to attend the community meeting held by True Homes, LLC March 26.
“Pinetuck is a fairly narrow road coming on to Adams Farm Parkway and already has too many cars,” Williams said. “It is very crowded in the afternoon. Mackay Road needs to be widened to four lanes at the train tracks. Traffic backs up at the railroad all the way to Adams Farm Parkway.”
Guernier previously said their studies show the traffic is really not that significant.
Williams added that he would like to see comparable lot sizes to Adams Farm homes in the new development “and real two-car garages.”
Brad Wright agreed there was already enough traffic.
“There is only one way in and out of Fox Hollow,” he said. “Parking is an issue. Where will people park for a function? School kids are forced to walk up the street to the bus. Pinetuck is a really small road.”
Following public comment, the Planning Board had the opportunity to discuss the issue.
Sherrie Richmond, ETJ representative to the Planning Board is concerned with tree preservation. The LDO requires six percent of each
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save the USPS $36 billion over the next 10 years.
President Trump has suggested merging USPS with the Commerce Department, but the idea has drawn some criticism and raised legal questions.
In spite of occasional problems with on-time delivery and the everrising cost of postage, the USPS is the second most popular federal agency, with a 72 percent approval rating according to Pew Research Centers. It is outranked only by the National Park Service, which has a 76 percent favorability.
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lot area be preserved in a Tree Conservation Area. This amounts to 1.08+/acre. Trees along the existing Adams Farm Parkway homes will be saved but Guernier said they would try to preserve the trees on the new property.
“We’re going to do everything we can to maintain a strip of existing trees along there if we can,” Guernier said.
Additionally, Richmond noted the proposed lots do not match those of the surrounding development. She was concerned that there were no open spaces for activities, no extra parking space and no amenities. One condition, however, states that parking will be available off the street at the post office cluster box.
“This is not consistent with the Comp Plan in several areas” Richmond said. “Guiding Principal No. 14 requires open space and parks.” There are no open spaces in the plan.
“This does not maintain community,” added Board member Peggy Levi who also is concerned about the size of the lots.
Planning Board member John Capes noted the roads would improve as development grows.
“We’ll never hit on all Comp Plan principles,” he said.
While Board member Robert Garland agrees we need to have more single-family homes and believes True Homes constructs nice homes, he does not want to see cookie-cutter homes.
Town staff believe the request to rezone the property is consistent with the Comp Plan and recommends approval of the request. The report noted the Town’s Guiding Principles 1, 2, 10 were met. The Town’s Technical Review Committee reviewed the proposed rezoning on March 27. A detailed subdivision and construction plan review will be required prior to the issuance of any construction and Development Clearance Certificates (DCC).
Boards are not required to take action that is consistent with an adopted Land Development Plan (aka Comprehensive Plan or “Comp” Plan). They only need to consider what it says.
Although the request follows Guiding Prin-
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others in the same way by mailing more. I should pause my other activities for a tiny bit and hand write all those thank-you notes that are weeks overdue and drop them in the mail. And while I am at it, I might just send a note to someone special — just because.
ciples 1, 2 and 10, it is not required to follow all of the Principles.
“We can’t sacrifice amenities for lower price,” said Richmond. “I would like to see something else.”
When the vote was taken the Planning Board decision was mixed, with five members voting for the rezoning and two voting against it.
The Town Council will hear the rezoning request on June 24. If approved, it would require an amendment to the Land Development Ordinance.
The video of the meeting can be found at www.youtube.com/c/TownofJamestownNC. Click on “Live.” Full details of the request may be found under Agendas at https://www. jamestown-nc.gov. True Homes website is www.truehomes.com.
Comprehensive Plan’s Guiding Principles that apply to the rezoning request
Guiding Principle No. 1: Jamestown will actively facilitate high-quality growth that is both compatible with the Town’s traditional development pattern and innovative in how it meets the needs of our diverse and dynamic community.
· Ensure that infill development is compatible with its surroundings, from both a use and aesthetic perspective
Guiding Principle No. 2: As the strength of our community is directly tied to the long-term success of our neighborhoods, we will work diligently to promote and maintain the quality of life and aesthetic standards that our residents expect in Jamestown.
· Protect established neighborhoods form encroachment by adjacent incompatible land uses through the appropriate application of zoning regulations.
· Ensure that Jamestown’s residents have access to housing that is appropriate for all stages of life and family situations, including housing to allow older residents to “age in place.”
Guiding Principle No. 10: Jamestown is a welcoming and inclusive community that values the benefits of diversity in all aspects of the Town and its residents.
· Promote the development (and retention) of a wide range of housing types that meet the needs of current and future residents of all ages, abilities, family compositions, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
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Include a letter of nomination explaining why this person or group is a candidate for the Mary A. Browning Historic Preservation Award. The deadline is May 1. If you miss this year’s deadline, there is no need to worry. Applications may be sent any time during the year and will apply to the following year’s award. All nominations received since the last presentation have been kept and will be considered.
This is the 11th year the award has been presented. Past recipients have included Jack Perdue, the Jamestown Veterans Committee, Mr. and Mrs. William G. Ragsdale Jr., Quentin (Wimpy) Hodgin, Jane Wade, Old Jamestown School Association, Cedarwood Garden Club. Gary Haynes, Ruby Sapp Leach, Richard Hay and Shirley Haworth.
Established by the Historic Jamestown Society in 2013, the Browning award honors the late well-known local historian and genealogist Mary Browning, who was also the first recipient of the award. She used census records and the National Archives as well as research in the Friends Historical Collection at Guilford College, local libraries and newspaper archives to compile her ever-expanding notes on the area.
Browning almost single-handedly took on the responsibility of documenting the town’s history in five books, multiple newspaper articles and video.
As a professional genealogist, she also used her knowledge to help families research their roots.
Browning passed away in 2023.
The Mary A. Browning Historic Preservation Award will be presented Sunday, May 18, at 3 p.m. at Jamestown Friends.
The public is invited to attend to learn some of Jamestown’s history and to become involved in the Historic Jamestown Society.
Several Councilmembers noted they never thought the Town would be in the position of hiring a lobbyist.
Litter Sweep success
“The Town of Jamestown was thrilled to join NC DOT for their 2025 Spring Litter Sweep,” said Elizabeth Greeson, organizer for the Town. “On a beautiful Saturday, March 29, 9-11 a.m., 28 participants joined together in Jamestown to pick up 28 bags of trash from seven different locations. There were attendees from Ragsdale ROTC, Brownie and Girl Scout Troop, Jamestown Civitans, Town residents, Town staff and Town Council.”
The Council’s high school representative, Ben Arnold, held a satellite project at the same time at Ragsdale High School.
The Fall Litter Sweep is tentatively scheduled for September. More information will be coming.
Other business
Johnson reported the new, updated Golf Course website should be live within the month. He thanked the contractor Dillon & Griffith for their speedy work to repair a dam on the course. The work was scheduled for one month but was completed in just over a week.
The Council unanimously
approved a Stormwater Drainage Assistance Policy for stormwater infrastructure improvements. For projects $10,000, the Town will cover 70 percent of the cost with the homeowner covering 30 percent.
Public Comment
Robert Frederick commented that the recent Town Council did not have the Comprehensive Financial Report at its recent Budget Retreat. It is required by law to have this done by a certain date, but Jamestown was late.
“How are we, the public, to assess your ability as our representatives in budgeting and spending our tax dollars without that report,” Frederick said.
He went through the minutes of the Budget Retreat and made comments on several points.
The Planning Department has requested a new technician to help handle the town’s growth, but Frederick said he did not know where the growth was.
Frederick continued to speak as his allotted three-minutes were up and Mayor Lynn Montgomery asked him to take his seat as he was out of order.
The video of the Town Council meeting may be found at www.youtube.com/c/TownofJamestownNC. Click on “Live.”
Phone: (336) 454-1138
Sarah Glanville Email: sglanville@jamestown-nc.gov Phone: (336) 454-1138
Town Manager Matthew Johnson Email: mjohnson@jamestown-nc.gov Phone: (336) 454-1138
23SP000938-400
NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE
FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY
NORTH CAROLINA - GUILFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK
UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Eddie Lee Smith and Pauline S. Smith dated December 3, 2003 and recorded on December 4, 2003, in Book 5995 at Page 1076, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Goddard & Peterson, PLLC (Substitute Trustee) will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, on May 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Guilford, North Carolina and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust, together with all improvements located thereon:
Address of Property: 1763 Lamb Street, High Point, NC 27260
Tax Parcel ID:184109
Present Record Owner: Pauline S. Smith Trustee may, in the Trustee sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. 45-21.23. Said property is sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.
A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.
The real property described above is being offered for sale AS IS, WHERE IS and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments and any liens or encumbrances that would not be extinguished by non-judicial foreclosure.
Neither the Substitute Trustee nor the holder of the Note secured by the Deed of Trust being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representatives of either the Substitute Trustee or the holder of the Note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.
The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, and any Land Transfer Tax as required by N.C.G.S. 7A-308(a)(1).
Third party, must pay the full bid amount, less any deposit that has been paid to the Substitute Trustee, immediately upon demand after the conclusion of the final upset bid period. Failure of the bidder to comply with the bid shall result in the resale of the property, with the defaulting bidder remaining liable upon their bid under the provisions of N.C.G.S. 45-21-30.
If the Trustee or Substitute Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey title include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without knowledge of the Substitute Trustee(s). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Substitute Trustee(s), in its/their sole discretion, if it/they believe(s) the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit.
The purchaser will have no further remedy.
Additional Notice where the Real Property is Residential with less than 15 Rental Units:
An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the County in which the property is sold.
Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or/after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the Notice that is at least ten (10) days, but no more than ninety (90) days, after the sale date contained in the Notice of Sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the Notice of Termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of such termination. This is a communication from a debt collector. The purpose of this Communication is to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection
If you are under the protection of the bankruptcy court or have been discharged as a result of a bankruptcy proceeding, this notice is given to you pursuant to statutory requirement and for informational purposes and is not intended as an attempt to collect a debt or as an act to collect, assess, or recover all or any portion of the debt from you personally.
NORTH CAROLINA - GUILFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NUMBER: 24SP002599-400
LEGAL NOTICES
14, 2002, and recorded in Book 5702, Page 1439 of the Guilford County Public Registry by ANTHONY MASELLI OR GENEVIEVE JOHNSON, EITHER OF WHOM MAY ACT, Substitute Trustee, default having been made in the terms of agreement set forth by the loan agreement secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, ANTHONY MASELLI OR GENEVIEVE JOHNSON, EITHER OF WHOM MAY ACT , having been substituted as Successor Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Official Records of Guilford County, North Carolina, in Book R8866, Page 1306, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, on May 6, 2025 at 11:00am, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:
PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(S): 184136
ADDRESS: 321 NEW ST HIGH POINT, NC 27260
PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S):
UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WILLIE DAVIS
THE LAND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SITUATED IN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF GUILFORD, AND IS DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 5702, PAGE 1439, AS FOLLOWS:
ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF HIGH POINT, GUILFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS;
BEGINNING AT AN IRON STAKE ON THE EAST SIDE OF NEW STREET AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF IDA B. WILLIAMS (FORMERLY THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF NEW STREET AND THE ORIGINAL OLD HICKORY CHAPEL CHURCH ROAD WHICH IS NOW MOVED AND IDA B. WILLIAMS
OCCUPIES SAID AREA): THENCE NORTH 6 DEG. 22 MIN. EAST ALONG THE EAST LINE OF NEW STREET 80.23 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE, SOUTHWEST CORNER OF COLSON, FORMERLY L.L. TERRY’S SOUTHWEST CORNER AT NEW STREET; THENCE ALONG THE OLD TERRY SOUTH LINE SOUTH 84 DEG. 59 MIN. EAST 249.90 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE; THENCE SOUTH 2 DEG. 18 MIN WEST 75 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE; THENCE ALONG THE PRESENT NORTH LINE OF IDA B. WILLIAMS (FORMERLY PROPERTY LINE OF THE ORIGINAL OLD HICKORY CHAPEL CHURCH ROAD) NORTH 86 DEG. 37 MIN. WEST 255.57 FEET TO THE BEGINNING, SAVE AND EXCEPT A TRIANGLE COMING TO A POINT AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LAND, RUNNING ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTH LINE IN A WESTWARD DIRECTION APPROXIMATELY 40 FEET TO A POINT IN THE SOUTH LINE OF THIS LAND; THENCE NORTHWESERLY ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE PROPOSED U.S. HIGHWAY 311 BYPASS TO THE BEGINNING, WHICH PORTION OF THE SOUTH AND SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE LOT WAS TAKEN FOR THE NEW U.S. HIGHWAY 311 BYPASS IN 1994. FOR FURTHER DEED REFERENCE, SEE DEED BOOK/PAGE: 3416/1046
Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §45-21.23.
Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1).
The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition are expressly disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.
A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.
If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.
Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including SingleFamily Residential Real Property: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.
Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT
COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection.
IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANK-RUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY.
Samantha J. Kelley or Sarah A. Waldron ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorneys for the Substitute Trustee P.O. Box 160 Jacksonville, NC 28541-0160 Telephone: (470) 321-7112 April 23, 30, 2025 (2592)
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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
NORTH CAROLINA - GUILFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 24SP002685-400
Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Joe L. Daughtridge (Deceased) and Sharon Daughtridge fka Sharon Blackwell (Deceased) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Joe L. Daughtridge and Sharon Daughtridge) to Robert W. Garrison, Trustee(s), dated April 12, 2007, and recorded in Book No. R 6707, at
Page 1296 in Guilford County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds Guilford County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse, West Door U-G Level in Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on May 6, 2025 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in High Point in the County of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot No. 38, Hickory Chapel Woods, Section 1, as recorded in Plat Book 44 at Page 46 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2505 Hilburn Drive, High Point, North Carolina.
Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §45-21.23.
Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1).
The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition are expressly disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.
A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.
If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.
Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property
An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.
Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm
P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311
Phone No: (910) 864-3068
https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com
Firm Case No: 11755 - 111245 April 23, 30, 2025
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA - GUILFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 25SP000241-400
Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by James Walker Burris and Lucille C. Burris (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Lucille C. Burris and James Walker Burris) to Jerry G. Schoch, Trustee(s), dated February 17, 1999, and recorded in Book No. 4818, at Page 1818 in Guilford County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds Guilford County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse, West Door U-G Level in Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on May 6, 2025 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in High Point in the County of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: ALL that piece, parcel or lot of land situate, lying and being In GUILFORD County, NC and known and designated as LOT 23, COLLEGE VILLAGE recorded In Plat Book 20, at Page 46 of the GUILFORD county, NC Public Land Records, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2404 Williams Avenue, High Point, North Carolina. Being that parcel of land conveyed to James Walker Burris and wife, Lucille C. Burris, Tenants by the entirety from MVM Properties (a partnership comprised of Russell V. Meyers, Betty J. Meyers, Billy E. Whitley, Tamara K. Whitley, Jay C. Motsinger and Brenda M. Motsinger) by that deed dated 01/28/85 and recorded 02/12/85 in Deed Book 3428, at Page 1850 of the GUILFORD County, NC Public Registry.
Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §45-21.23.
Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1).
The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition are expressly disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.
A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.
If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit.
Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.
Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property
An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.
Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC.
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Firm Case No: 21771 - 106001 April 23, 30, 2025
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Coffee Break
Salome’s Stars
WEEK OF APRIL 28, 2025
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A seemingly stalled romantic situation could benefit from your reassurance that you want this relationship to work. And if you do, use a tad more of your irresistible Arian charm!
TAURUS (April 20 to May
20) Going to new places and meeting new people appeals to both the Taurean’s romantic and practical side. After all, you never can tell where these new contacts will take you, right?
GEMINI (May 21 to June
20) A career-changing opportunity that didn’t work out when you first considered it could come up again. But this time, remember that you have more to offer and act accordingly.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) There could be some tensions in relationships — domestic or workaday. But a calm approach that doesn’t raise anger levels and a frank discussion will soon resolve the problem.
LEO (July 23 to August 22)
It’s a good idea to begin preparing for a career change that
By deMI TaVeRas
Black Bag (R) — Out now to rent, this spy thriller film stars Cate Blanchett (Borderlands) and Michael Fassbender (The Killer) as two suave and sexy British intelligence officers who are also married to each other. For his latest mission, George (Fassbender) is given a week to figure out where a breach leaked from within their organization, but his wife, Kathryn (Blanchett), is one of five suspects in the case. Torn between his duty to his work and his marriage, George must be cautious and resourceful when solving this case, but the price is steep. Will he lose his
you’ve been thinking about for a while. Start to sharpen your skills and expand your background to be ready when it calls.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Bless the VIRGO skepticism that has kept you from falling into traps that others seem to rush into. But you might want to give a new possibility the benefit of the doubt, at least on a trial basis.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Traveling- and career-related energy is strong in your aspect. Perhaps your job will take you to someplace exotic, or you might be setting up meetings with potential clients or employers. Whatever it is, good luck!
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Someone might use deception to try to push you into making a decision that you’re not fully comfortable with. But your keen SCORPIO senses should keep you alert to any such attempt.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Romance dominates this week when Cupid shafts the Archer for a
career or his wife? Naomie Harris (Moonlight), RegeJean Page (Bridgerton), and Pierce Brosnan (MobLand) co-star. (Apple TV+)
Havoc (R) — If anyone should lead a new gritty crime drama full of gory action, a misunderstood antihero, and potent one-liners, it’s Mr. Tom Hardy (Venom: The Last Dance , The Bikeriders , Peaky Blinders). He stars as Walker, a detective in a city with a brutal criminal underworld and lots of corruption. When a politician’s son gets caught in the middle of a drug deal gone awry, Walker plans to rescue him. But with so many people — both criminals
change. Positive things are also happening in the workplace. Expect important news to arrive by the week’s end.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Anyone trying to bully the Sea Goat — whether it involves a personal or professional matter — will learn a painful lesson. Others will also benefit from the Goat’s strong example.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Congratulations! With things going the way they are, you should be able to spare some time and take a break from your hectic schedule for some well-earned fun and games.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your sharp Piscean intuition should be able to uncover the true agendas of those who might be trying to catch the Fish in one of their schemes.
BORN THIS WEEK: Your flair for innovative art and design keeps you at least a step ahead of most everyone else. You’re a visionary!
and not — hot on his tail, Walker is at the precipice of unraveling something much bigger than he knows. Look out for familiar faces like Timothy Olyphant (Justified: City Primeval) and Forest Whitaker (Big George Foreman) in this film premiering April 25. (Netflix)
Strange But True
By LUCIe WInBORne
Over the course of her 63-year reign, Britain’s Queen Victoria survived no fewer than eight assassination attempts.
• Like humans, male kangaroos flex their biceps to impress females.
• The word “sock” comes from the Latin word “soccus” — a loose-fitting slipper worn by Roman comic actors.
In Europe, nickel is banned in all alloys for widespread allergy reasons.
• Studies have suggested that gifted people often have bad handwriting because their brains work faster than their hands.
• The New York Times predicted that humans wouldn’t be able to fly for at least a million years ... in 1903, the same year as the Wright brothers’ first manned flight.
• Alexandre Dumas used a particular shade of blue paper on which to write his fiction. For poetry, he used yellow paper, and his articles were penned on pink paper. Once, he ran out of blue paper and had to use a cream-colored pad instead, which he
believed had a negative impact on that work of fiction.
The first American alarm clock was invented in Concord, New Hampshire, in 1787 by Levi Hutchins. It was never patented and rang only at one time, 4 a.m., to rouse him for work.
• Raspberries are a member of the rose family.
• Despite creating some of the most legendary guitars in the world, LEO Fender, the founder of Fender, Music Man and G&L Guitars, couldn’t actually play the instrument.
The pressure in a champagne bottle is three times higher than that of a car tire.
• When in danger, a hairy frog will break its own bones in order to create claws that it pushes through its skin to scratch a predator.
Azrael (R) — If you like your horror movies with a religious or cultish touch, look no further than this film led by scream queen Samara Weaving (Borderline). Taking place years after the Rapture, the only people still surviving on Earth must spend their days outrunning “the Burned Ones,” who
are demons that feast on humans. Azrael (Weaving) and her boyfriend, Kenan, are powering through with a cult in the forest, but when the cultists soon decide to turn on them, a traumatic battle for survival begins against demons and nondemons alike. Although this film went under the radar after its release, it should still satisfy you if you’re looking for a good spook. Premieres April 25. (Hulu)
In Case You Missed It The Holdovers (R) — Downsizing director Alexander Payne spearheaded this comedy-drama that received recognition during last year’s award season, specifically for Paul Giamatti (Downton
Abbey) and Da’Vine Joy Randolph’s (Only Murders in the Building) palpable performances. Taking place in 1970, the film spans the lonely days of a Christmas break at a boarding school, where teacher Paul Hunham (Giamatti) is required to chaperone a group of students who can’t go home for the holidays. Of these students, a cynical boy named Angus (Dominic Sessa) gives Paul an incredibly hard time, but the impact he leaves on Paul after just a few weeks can make anyone’s eyes water. If films like “Dead Poets Society” tickle your fancy, this one’s right up your alley! (Peacock)
Photo courtesy of Netflix Tom Hardy stars in Havoc
Arroz con Pollo:
The One-Pot Wonder That Feeds Your Family (and Your Wallet!)
By PaTTI dIaMOnd DIVAS ON A DIME
Arroz con Pollo translates to “Rice with Chicken” in Spanish, but it’s so much more than that. This dish shows up in almost every culture because it’s cheap, easy to make, feeds a crowd and everyone loves it.
The magic happens when the chicken, rice and veggies simmer together, creating a one-pot wonder of juicy chicken, flavorful rice and vibrant peppers and tomatoes. This is my go-to recipe when chicken thighs go on sale. And if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, they’re even better the next day. It freezes beautifully, too.
The beauty of Arroz con Pollo is its flexibility. While I swear by bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for maximum flavor, feel free to swap in any chicken pieces you like — legs, breasts or a combo. Bone-in, skin-on chicken does bring a deeper flavor, but boneless and skinless will work if you’re watching your waistline or just need to make things quicker. Want a little heat? Toss in some serrano or jalapeno peppers with your onions and bell peppers.
You can use any rice you’ve got on hand but, just be aware that the cooking time and liquid amounts may vary. And if you’re a brown rice fan (like me), go ahead and use 3 cups of pre-cooked brown rice when you add the tomatoes. Just skip the broth and water for this one — because, let’s face it, brown rice rules.
Oh, and peas and green olives? Totally optional, but I love how the sweet peas and salty olives balance out the dish. No harm if you leave them out, though. It’s still delicious either way!
ARROZ CON POLLO
Yield: 4-6 servings
Total Time: 50 minutes
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Photo courtesy of www.JasonCoblentz.com
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried cumin
3-4 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen onion and pepper blend, thawed
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with chilies
1 cup frozen peas, thawed (optional) 1/2 cup manzanilla pimiento-stuffed green olives, chopped (optional)
In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic and cumin. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and sprinkle the seasonings evenly over them.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cooking in batches if necessary so you don’t crowd the pan, add the chicken, skin side down, into the skillet. Brown chicken on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Set aside. Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, saute onion and pepper blend until
arroz con Pollo: a comforting one-pot meal that’s as budget-friendly as it is delicious.
softened. Add salt, rice and garlic; saute until rice is golden and garlic fragrant.
Add chicken broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and 1 cup water. (I rinse out the tomato cans with the cup of water and add it to the pot. It finally happened; I have become my mother.) Stir well.
Return chicken to skillet, skin side up, nestling pieces in rice mixture. Ensure rice is covered with liquid. Cover and simmer on low for 30-35 minutes until rice is tender and chicken reaches 165 F. Add the peas and/or olives and stir. Serve hot.
This one-pot meal stands on its own, but a crisp salad and/or green beans with almonds would make great sides. Next time chicken thighs are on sale, give this frugal family favorite a try — it’s like a culinary hug from your abuelita!
• Spring planting supplies are on sale now in home-improvement stores, and here is a handy and fun twine keeper that you can make with your kids using two repurposed clay flowerpots with drain holes. Choose a size that can easily fit a ball of twine or thin rope. Set the ball inside and invert one pot on top of the other, threading the line through the drain hole of the top pot. Secure with tape or even hot glue. Pull twine through the hole, and the ball doesn’t get tangled up.
• “If you have a poster that has been rolled up and you want to hang it up, try rolling it the opposite way overnight. When you unroll it, there will be less bumps and the edges won’t curl so bad.” — R.L. in Idaho
• The best way to cool canned and bottled drinks down fast is in a mix of ice and water. The water is a better conductor of the cool. Then make your ice last longer and stay colder by sprinkling a little salt on the ice/ water mixture.
• “After too many mornings of rushing to find uniform pieces before a game, we decided to get smart. Now, sports uniforms get hung up with all accessories in the coat closet right after washing. They’re ready as soon as it’s game night — no looking under beds or in the back of overstuffed teenager closets!” — P.P. in Texas
• “To hold all my daughter’s bobby pins, I mounted a plastic cup with double-stick tape right to her vanity mirror. I used to vacuum them up all the time, but now that she has a place to put them, it’s better.” — L.E. in New Hampshire Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Vir-
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units on one acre.
The resolution notes that Chapter 160D of the North Carolina General Statutes “would be severely compromised by the passage of these bills, thus eroding citizen input and trust.”
“Local governments, with the active participation of their citizens, are best positioned to recognize and enforce the need for planning and zoning ordinances that reflect local values and priorities; and the Town of Jamestown firmly believes that local governments are best suited to represent their citizens on local matters and should retain the authority to decide planning and zoning issues with the direct involvement of their residents.”
At the Planning Board meeting, José Colón, planning director, said these bills would “affect our ability to plan locally. A lot of them are pointed towards jurisdictions.
“We are firm believers that Jamestown knows that we can plan our own communities and not Raleigh.” Several other bills were included in the resolution that did not affect planning.
An explanation of the bills and the resolution approved by the Town Council may be found in the April 15 Council packet available at www. jamestown-nc.gov. View the Planning Board and Council discussions at www.you-
townNC. Click on “Live.”
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fully stocked with lifesaving blood products this spring.
As spring travel and activities fill calendars, volunteer blood donations remain essential to critical medical care. Book a time to give blood or platelets now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org calling 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
MONOPOLY, GREENSBORO STYLE
The board game MONOPOLY: Greensboro Edition was unveiled March 31 at the Greensboro Science Center. The game is among the few licensed editions in the state, introduced by Top Trumps USA, the American division of Winning Moves International, and under license by Hasbro.
This game replaces the perennial board game’s Atlantic City squares with Greensboro’s cultural sites, historic landmarks, charitable organizations and businesses. It also features customized Community Chest and Chance playing cards to ensure the board is historic and an enduring tribute to North Carolina’s heartland.
MONOPOLY: Greensboro Edition is available in stores and online at retail partners, including CVS, Amazon, BackPack Beginnings, Doggos Dog Park & Pub, Freemans Grub & Pub, Northern Roots Coffeehouse and Greensboro Science Center.
