Jamestown News - September 3, 2025 by YES! Weekly

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POLITICAL FORUM

The public is invited to a political forum of candidates for the 2025-26 Jamestown Town Council and mayor on Sept. 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Jamestown Town Hall, 201 E. Main St. Participants will answer questions from the community posed to them by a moderator.

The Town of Jamestown will livestream the event on YouTube at www. youtube.com/@TownofJamestownNC.

Jamestown Business Association is sponsoring the event.

FALL AND FOOTBALL

Football just seems to go with fall as schools prepare to face their rivals in the sport, vying for a winning season. But what would any sport be without cheerleaders to encourage players during a game?

Participants at the A Moment In Time Sept. 16 meeting will be encouraged with a rousing performance from the Rah Rahs cheerleaders. This local awardwinning cheer group of seniors has won first place in the state Senior Games for four years. They will be returning for a second year to cheer at A Moment In Time before heading to Raleigh for the 2025 Senior Games later in the week. Since the theme for the day is Football Season, those attending the A Moment In Time meeting are invited to wear their favorite football team’s jersey.

A Moment In Time is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the Jamestown United Methodist Church fellowship hall. People with dementia and their care partners are invited to relax and join the fun, which includes games, music, snacks, crafts and engaging conversation in a friendly atmosphere.

The church is located at 403 East Main St. Park and enter at the fellowship hall on the left side of the church. Look for the purple signs. Participants with wheelchairs and walkers may enter in the back under the portico. Reservations are requested but not required. To register or ask questions, contact Laura Gulledge at 336-906-0430 or lauragulledge@gmail.com

Pictures of past events may be found at https://www.facebook.com/jumcmemorycafe.

GIVE BLOOD OR PLATELETS WITH RED CROSS AND “PEANUTS”®

Donors of all blood types, especially those with types O positive and B negative blood, are urged to make an appointment to keep lifesaving blood products ready the moment patients need them.

This month, in celebration of the 75th anniversary of the “Peanuts” comic strip, those who give blood through Sept. 21 will get an exclusive Red Cross “Peanuts” mystery bag with one of four special T-shirt designs, while they last. Additionally, there will be several golden tickets randomly hidden in the mystery bags throughout the country. Donors who find a golden ticket in their bag will have the chance to redeem it through an online form for all four T-shirts. See RedCrossBlood.org/Peanuts for details.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities

Jamestown — Sept. 8, 2-6:30 p.m., Bales Wesleyan Church, 1001 Bales Chapel Road.

High Point — Sept. 8, noon to 4:30 p.m., High Point Rockers, 214 Lindsay Street; and Sept. 10, noon to 4 p.m., Piedmont Federal Bank, 3870 John Gordon Lane.

Greensboro — Greensboro Blood, Plasma and Platelet Donation Center at 1501 Yanceyville St. Call Red Cross at 1-800-Red-CROSS for dates and time of blood donations at that location.

council candidates reply to questions, part 1

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The Jamestown News asked Town Council Candidates to offer their opinion on several questions. The responses are listed in the order they were received by the Jamestown News. This week Richard Clapp, Cliff Paddock and Jim Gibson are featured. The remaining candidates will be profiled in the Sept. 10 issue. Some candidates did not answer every question. The primary election will be held Oct. 7. Of the seven running for Town Council, that number will be reduced to four.

Biography

Clapp: Age 67. Retired Coast Guard warrant officer and retired train dispatcher. I have served on the Jamestown Parks & Recreation Committee and Jamestown Veterans Com-

mittee. My family moved to Jamestown in 1972. Ragsdale High School graduate.

Paddock: I am a retired residential general contractor and currently a consultant to a tool company. I am chairperson of the Advisory Board of the Mary Perry Ragsdale YMCA and a member of the Board of the Greensboro YMCA. I am past president and current board member of the Jamestown Rotary Club. I am in

my ninth year as chair of the Jamestown Christmas Parade. I have lived in Jamestown since 2004. I am 69 years old and have four grandchildren. My wife Beverly and I are avid kayakers, hikers and campers, and love spending time with our sons and their families.

Gibson: Born and raised in Charleston, S.C., I earned a bachelor’s in psychology from Presbyterian College, a master’s in counseling psychol-

ogy from The Citadel, and a master’s in school administration from UNC-Greensboro. I served as a school counselor in North and South Carolina for 17 years before working as a principal for 20 years in Guilford County at Southern and Ragsdale High Schools. I am 60 years old and have lived in Jamestown for the past 30 years. My wife, Jenny, is a

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new business offers variety to shoppers

By nORMa B. dennIs FreeLANCe WrIter ndworddesign@gmail.com

It has been said that variety is the spice of life. One might not find spice at the new Dollar World that opened Aug. 1 on Main Street in Jamestown, but you will find lots of variety. The store carries a little of everything, including — but limited to — clothing, body and beauty products, toys, car care, kitchen items, cleaning products and hardware.

“We have a good mix,” said Jacob Nahshal, who, along with Rasheed Alnagar, owns the store. “There is a little of everything for shoppers.”

Nahshal is familiar with this type of retail business, having worked in similar stores in the past. He has also traveled extensively, but wanted to establish a new business.

“I was not consciously looking to open one in Jamestown, or even North Carolina, but when I saw this location available it seemed right,” said Nahshal, who now lives in Greensboro.

He explained that for a few dollars, people could find many items they not only need, but also want. The fact his inventory is not all sourced locally helps provide the variety, and the store’s location means customers do not have to travel long distances to shop.

Nahshal also feels that one of the biggest assets of his business is the friendly staff who greet all entering the store with a smile and an offer to help if needed.

For customers’ convenience, the store is currently open seven days a week from 9 a.m. To 9 p.m.

“I may open on holidays as well if there seems to be a need,” Nahshal said.

“Jacob cares about the community,” added Kathryn Oster, one of his staff.

Dollar World is easy to find. It is located at 109 E. Main St.

Free YmCA Wellness Wednesdays Health Screenings in Guilford County and rockingham County

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Building on the overwhelming success of its summer launch, the YMCA of Greensboro, in partnership with the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T State University) School of Nursing, is proud to announce the continuation and expansion of Wellness Wednesdays in Guilford County and Rockingham County. This free community health initiative is designed to bring preventive care directly to residents.

This second phase of Wellness Wednesdays will run weekly from Sept. 3 through Dec. 3, 2025, at the Reidsville Family YMCA and Spears Family YMCA. Sessions will be held every Wednesday from 9 a.m. To 3 p.m. and are free and open to the public — no

registration or YMCA membership required.

This ongoing program offers:

• Free health screenings to check blood pressure, glucose, and other vital health indicators Wellness education for all ages, including hands-on nutrition and activity demos

• Expert guidance from N.C. A&T State University nursing students and faculty

• Interactive learning stations covering topics like dental hygiene, MyPlate nutrition, and more

“Since June, we’ve connected with over 200 people through health checks and wellness fun,” said Angela Rogers, Director of Community Health and Wellness at the YMCA of Greensboro. “By bringing wellness into our Y spaces, we’re helping members catch risks

early, fill gaps in care, and feel more empowered about their health.”

The Impact So Far Since the initiative’s June launch:

• Over 200 community participants have been served

• 159 blood pressure screenings were conducted, with 40% meeting hypertension criteria 117 blood glucose checks were completed, with 36% showing signs of prediabetes

• Youth at Eden Family YMCA summer camp engaged in wellness education with N.C.

A&T State University students

• The program’s highly visible setup in YMCA common areas boosted member participation

“Wellness Wednesdays is

Photo by Norma B. Dennis

Jacob nahshal and Kathryn Oster wait on a customer who assured them she would return.

Photo courtesy of www.ymcagreensboro.org

Jim gibson

Richard Clapp

Cliff Paddock

3rd grade teacher at Florence Elementary. My three children have been raised in Jamestown.

Why are you running for Town Council?

Clapp: What I observed with the D.R. Horton vote and the recent budget process and tax increases after returning to Jamestown led me to run for Town Council.

Paddock: Through my various volunteer activities, I have come to appreciate the qualities and strength of our community. I hope I can help to balance the inevitable growth of Jamestown against the need to protect and preserve this community for others to enjoy as we have.

Gibson: I chose to make Jamestown my home 30 years ago, and in that time, I’ve built my life and career around serving this community. From the families I’ve worked alongside to the neighbors I see every day; this town has shaped who I am. Like many of you, I notice things we can improve on, and I also take pride in the many strengths that make Jamestown such a special place to live. We’ve all had those moments when we’ve said, “Someone should step up and do something.” Over time, I realized I can be that person. Running for Town Council is my way of giving back to the place that has given so much to me and my family — and of working together to make sure Jamestown’s best days are still ahead.

What do you see is the most pressing issue facing Jamestown at this time?

Clapp: Water quality, increased development and increased taxation.

Paddock: Preserving Jamestown’s excellent quality of life while accommodating and controlling the pressure for growth.

Gibson: Managing growth and still providing the services and unique opportunities and experiences of a small town. I have heard concerns about water, taxes, and commu-

From The Front

nication and all of those can be rolled into the same question, “How do we work together to provide the best possible environment for the citizens of Jamestown in a responsible and responsive manner?” Many people move to Jamestown for the character and cozy feel of a small town. We should work to preserve those welcoming and supportive characteristics while we make sure we have a plan and structure for growth.

Please comment on the fiscal status of the town.

Clapp: The fiscal status of Jamestown should be outstanding given that we have seen an increase of property rates over the last six years from .45 to .655 plus $30 extra per vehicle and an extra $5 storm fee a month. We should also look at how many employees we need to run a small town of less than 4,000 people. I believe the many fine employees that work for the town deserve cost of living wages and benefits, but we need to as they say, “work smarter not harder.”

Paddock: In the near term I think the Town is in good shape financially, with a budget that provides for the essential services and capital improvements we need. But we do have challenges facing us as we address increased costs for essential services like water and sewer service. Rates for both utilities increased substantially in the current budget due to escalating charges from High Point, Greensboro and the regional water authority, so we will have to work very hard as we develop our next budget to make sure Jamestown remains an affordable community for all our citizens.

Gibson: Jamestown’s finances are steady enough to support ongoing services and projects, but like any town, there are challenges and questions that deserve open discussion. Many residents want clearer information on how money is spent — whether that’s salaries, infrastructure, or community amenities. As a council member, I would focus on making sure those answers are available, that every dollar is accounted for, and that decisions are communicated openly. People work hard for their tax dollars, and they deserve to know those dollars are managed responsibly and visibly.

What do you view as the top priority in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP)?

Clapp: Top priority should be the cost outlay to the PTRWA and Eastside WTP. Also look at the “have to” vs the “should do” items on the CIP.

Paddock: Short term, our key priorities should be infrastructure improvements like the upcom-

ing Main Street waterline project to serve the future needs of the growing community and the expanded sidewalk projects to make Jamestown more walkable and attractive for our residents and patrons of our business community. Long term, we have a challenge to address the replacement and expansion of the Jamestown Fire Station, which is an essential yet potentially quite expensive project.

Gibson: There are a significant number of projects in the CIP and all have been prioritized. I think it is important that all the residents of Jamestown receive the same opportunities and benefits. The items related to infrastructure — roads, storm drainage, sidewalk expansion and maintenance — ensures that everyone receives the same benefits while keeping the town well preserved for the future.

What is your overall view of business in Jamestown and what, if anything, should be done to improve it and attract new businesses?

Paddock: Our downtown core area is a huge asset to the town and we should do all we can to support the businesses we have and to attract appropriate new business to this corridor. Easy access to free parking should be a high priority, along with improvements to pedestrian flow through downtown. We also need to recognize and support the new businesses that have developed in areas outside of our traditional downtown.

Gibson: I think we have a thriving and unique collection of businesses in the town that fulfill a wide variety of needs for the community. The charm and character of the town continue to draw people to shop, visit or relocate. Our goal should be to support and promote business to the greatest extent possible. Having open dialogue with current business owners about what attracts them and what challenges they face will help ease the path for those looking to open. I believe it is imperative to work alongside the Jamestown Business Association in recruiting and reviewing policies to make sure they are favorable, yet fair. The Music in Park and holiday-themed events are a good external step in drawing people to the downtown area, and we should expand on that.

Comment on all the residential development that’s going on in and around Jamestown.

Clapp: With the incoming jobs in the area from JetZero, BOOM, and the Toyota plant alongside the continued influx of out-ofstate residents, the developers will only be looking harder at any and all parcels

of available land. We must be diligent in preserving Jamestown’s unique character. I remember when the very first apartments were being built — Courtyard Commons and Yorkleigh — and there was some opposition to those. There will be growth, but it has to be sustainable. The D.R. Horton property is behind us but we must hold them accountable. The Planning Committee and Council voted against the Guilford Road horse farm housing plan, but developers certainly will be back again.

Paddock: Growth — particularly residential development — is inevitable, whether we personally favor it or not. With that as a given, the key is planning to be sure we maintain the control, infrastructure and oversight needed to ensure that development is compatible with the appearance, atmosphere, safety and overall quality of life of Jamestown.

Gibson: Residential development is one of the biggest issues facing Jamestown right now. The Johnson Farm project, which is already under construction, is a significant change that will nearly double the size of our town. I know many residents worry about losing the small-town character and charm that makes Jamestown special, and those concerns are valid. Growth brings both opportunities and challenges. It will impact our services, schools, traffic, and community spaces. As we move forward, I believe the Town must set clear guidelines and stronger planning measures to make sure future growth fits the needs and values of our community. Jamestown can remain a thriving, welcoming place — but only if we are intentional about balancing new development with preserving the character that people love about living here.

How can/could the traffic flow in Jamestown be improved?

Clapp: The main roads through Jamestown are state roads. That being said, since the Jamestown Parkway has opened I have not observed an increase in traffic on it. Seems old habits die hard. Possibly put signs for to the Parkway at Scientific and Main and Dillon and Main directing traffic to the Parkway for a faster route to High Point and Greensboro.

shape, it’s important to keep evaluating how traffic flow affects both convenience and economic vitality.

Most importantly, I believe in listening to residents. Even if I haven’t personally experienced a traffic issue, it matters if others have. Hearing those perspectives ensures we address concerns early and keep Jamestown safe, accessible, and welcoming for everyone.

What is the best way to show parking options to visitors?

Paddock: Improve public parking signage downtown for visitors and customers of our businesses, make the Town’s public parking map more visible online, and consider adding parking maps downtown.

Gibson: Review and update all current parking options and increase signage. There are not any large areas by design, but simply making the current areas more visible should make visitors more comfortable navigating our streets.

Please list any other issues you would like to see addressed by the town. Paddock: We need to look very hard at the return on our expenditures for public safety. I enthusiastically support the need for a contract with the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office for enhanced law enforcement coverage in Jamestown because I think our citizens need and deserve the best possible protection. But the cost for this service has increased by over 25 percent in the last five years. We need to analyze exactly how much additional service we are receiving for the $500,000 allocation in this year’s budget.

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Phone: (336) 454-1138

Sarah Glanville Email: sglanville@jamestown-nc.gov Phone: (336) 454-1138

Town Manager Matthew Johnson Email: mjohnson@jamestown-nc.gov

Gibson: The last item is not as much an issue as it is a philosophy or approach. People appreciate responsive and friendly service regardless of the interaction. I have spent my professional life actively listening as a counselor and administrator to gain perspectives in problem solving and mediation. The first step in working with people is making sure they have an opportunity to be heard and know that their voice matters. We often have all the tools and frames of reference needed to solve problems and move forward but we must take the time to be empathetic to all viewpoints when making decisions.

Describe Jamestown in 1-5 words.

Clapp: Quiet, peaceful, serene

Paddock: Unique, historic, family-oriented community.

Gibson: Charming, opportunity, community, vibrant, inviting.

Paddock: I think the opening of the Jamestown Bypass was an excellent step toward improving traffic in our downtown and the adjacent residential areas. Now we need to look for opportunities to move more traffic toward that bypass, which seems rather lightly used. In addition, I would ask for increased enforcement of speed limits on streets through primarily residential parts of the town. This should discourage the use of residential streets by through traffic while encouraging the use of multi-lane thoroughfares like the Jamestown Bypass and Guilford College Road.

What is Jamestown’s greatest asset?

Clapp: Its people.

Gibson: Traffic in Jamestown is generally manageable, though the bypass has shifted patterns in ways that reduced congestion downtown while also raising concerns for some businesses. As the town grows and new developments take

Paddock: Jamestown has an excellent tradition of volunteer citizen involvement in our governing boards, from our civic organizations that do so much for the town, and from individual residents who step up to become involved when they see the need. This level of citizen support is the key to maintaining a vibrant community.

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL

PROPERTY

25SP000909-400

UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Gary Wayne Lewis and Joan Nunn Lewis dated May 16, 1996 and recorded on May 20, 1996, in Book 4418 at Page 881, 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 September 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM 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: 408 East Sheraton Park Road, Pleasant Garden, NC 27313

Tax Parcel ID: 135678

Present Record Owner: Joan Nunn Lewis 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.

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STOX Posting & Publishing, LLC

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NORTH CAROLINA -GUILFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 25SP000711-400

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Robert Coleman Wrenn (Deceased) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Robert Coleman Wrenn) to Master Title Agency, LLC, Trustee(s), dated December 14, 2023, and recorded in Book No. R 8787, at Page 307 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,

LEGAL NOTICES

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 September 16, 2025 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Greensboro in the County of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:

Beginning at a point in the eastern margin of Bricker Street, which said point of beginning is located North 3 degrees 42 minutes East 524.03 feet from the intersection of the northern margin of Holts Chapel Road with the eastern margin of Bricker Street and from said point of beginning running South 84 degrees 5 minutes 00 seconds East 190.16 feet to an existing iron pin; thence South 4 degrees 14 minutes 31 seconds West 74.76 feet to an existing iron pin; thence North 84 degrees 01 minutes 48 seconds West 189.47 feet to an existing iron pin located in the eastern margin of Bricker Street; thence along the eastern margin of Bricker Street North 3 degrees 42 minutes East 74.61 feet to the point and place of beginning, according to a survey by Wayne L. Stutts, R.L.S. dated April 19, 1991, AND being all of Tract 2 of that property conveyed to the Grantor herein by deed recorded in Book 3832, Page 133, in the Office of the Guilford County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 907 Bricker Street, Greensboro, North Carolina.

Parcel ID # 22383

Property Address: 907 Bricker Street, Greensboro, NC 27401

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to three hours 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

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, LLP P.O. Box 1028 Fayetteville, NC 28302 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, NC 28311 Phone No: (910)864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Firm Case No: 25675 - 129217 September 3, 10, 2025

NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GUILFORD IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 24SP002849-400

IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JULIE

LYNN WHITE DATED NOVEMBER 1, 2021

RECORDED IN BOOK NO. 8534, AT PAGE 2228 IN THE GUILFORD COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA

Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Guilford County courthouse at 10:00 AM on September 18, 2025, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Guilford County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Julie Lynn White, dated November 1, 2021 to secure the original principal amount of $140,650.00,

and recorded in Book No. 8534, at Page 2228 of the Guilford County Public Registry.

The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

Address of property: 503 E Dayton Ave, High Point, NC 27262

Tax Parcel ID: 0180079

The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Julie Lynn White.

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 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 offered for sale. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required from the highest bidder and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. After the expiration of the upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any resale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing.

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS residing at the property: be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

The date of this Notice is 21st day of August, 2025.

Grady I. Ingle, Attorney for Substitute Trustee Ingle Law Firm, PA 13801 Reese Blvd West Suite 160 Huntersville, NC 28078 (980) 771-0717 Ingle Case Number: 31528-53405 September 3, 10, 2025 (1425) BCNS Ingle Law Firm C/O Better Choice Notice Solutions, Inc. 9035 Wadsworth Pkwy Suite 2720 Westminster, CO 80021

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GUILFORD FILE NUMBER: 25SP000611-400

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by GEORGE TATUM payable to FIGURE LENDING LLC, lender, to Trustee Services Inc, Trustee, dated January 15, 2022, and recorded in Book R 8572, Page 281 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 R8920, Page 2837, 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 September 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM, 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): 7874452335

ADDRESS: 315 GILLESPIE ST GREENSBORO, NC 27401

PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): UNKNOWN HEIRS OF GEORGE TATUM, DECEASED

THE LAND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SITUATED IN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF GUILFORD, AND IS DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK R 8572, PAGE 281, AS FOLLOWS: PREMISES IN GILMER TOWNSHIP, GUILFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEING ALL OF LOT 10, BLOCK NO. 3 IN THE JOHN A. YOUNG PROPERTY AS PER PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 2 AT PAGE 106 IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS OF GUILFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA.

FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY: THE APN IS SHOWN BY THE COUNTY ASSESSOR AS G-00-0129-0 0001-00 059; SOURCE OF TITLE IS BOOK 3183, PAGE 914 (RECORDED 11/06/81)

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.

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.

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.

By: Sarah A. Waldron or Terrass Scott Misher, Esq ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorneys for the Substitute Trustee 13010 Morris Rd., Suite 450 Alpharetta, GA 30004 Telephone: (470) 321-7112 September 3, 10, 2025 (2225) BCNS RAS C/O Better Choice Notice Solutions, Inc. 9035 Wadsworth Pkwy Suite 2720 Westminster, CO 80021 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, GUILFORD COUNTY 25 SP 987

Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Alonzo Jacob Bowers, Jr, Mortgagor(s), in the original amount of $43,000.00, to American General Financial Services Inc. , Mortgagee, dated September 20th, 2005 and recorded on September 22nd, 2005 in Book 6401, Page 0629, as instrument number NA, Guilford County Registry. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Anchor Trustee Services, LLC having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of 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 door or other usual place of sale in Guilford County, North Carolina, at 2:00 PM on September 18th, 2025, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit:

All of Lot 18, Block 3 of the Gillespie Subdivision of South Greensboro Investment Company property as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 53, Page 552, Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina Together with improvements located hereon; said property being located at 1910 Britton Street, Greensboro, NC 27406 Tax ID: 11045

Third party purchasers must pay the recording costs of the trustee’s deed, any land transfer taxes, the excise tax, pursuant North Carolina General Statutes §105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (0.45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof with a maximum amount of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00). A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing.

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are The Heirs of Alonzo Jacob Bowers, Jr.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination (North Carolina General Statutes §45-21.16A(b)(2)). Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of termination. 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 Substitute Trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Anchor Trustee Services, LLC Substitute Trustee

By: David Neill, NCSB #23396

LLC

McMichael Taylor Gray,

Attorney for Anchor Trustee Services, LLC 3550 Engineering Drive, Suite 260 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092

404-474-7149 (phone)

404-745-8121 (fax)

dneill@mtglaw.com

25-000930-01 September 3, 10, 2025 (1900)

BCNS Ingle Law Firm C/O Better Choice Notice Solutions, Inc. 9035 Wadsworth Pkwy Suite 2720

Westminster, CO 80021

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NORTH CAROLINA, GUILFORD COUNTY 24 SP 2872

Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Margaret K Moore and John E Moore, Jr. , Mortgagor(s), in the original amount of $195,000.00, to Financial Freedom Senior Funding Corporation, a Subsidiary of IndyMac Bank, F.S.B., Mortgagee, dated October 28th, 2005, and recorded on November 9th, 2005, in Book 6432, Page 0022, Guilford County Registry.

Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Anchor Trustee Services, LLC having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of 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 door or other usual place of sale in Guilford County, North Carolina, at 2:00 PM on September 18th, 2025, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit:

A certain tract or parcel of land in Guilford County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows:

Beginning at a point in the southern edge of the right of way of Overbrook Drive, said point being 650.06 feet in an easterly direction along said right of way from its point of intersection with the Eastern edge of the right of way of Gracewood Drive; thence with said right of way of Overbrook Drive north 75 degrees 38 minutes East 80 feet to a point; thence south 11 degrees 42 minutes east 201.69 feet to a point; thence south 76 degrees 56 minutes west 70 feet to a point; thence north 14 degrees 34 minutes west 199.84 feet to the point of beginning, being portions of Lot 35 and 36 in Block 15, Section 2 in the Subdivision known as Guilford Hills a plat of which is recorded in the office of the

LEGAL NOTICES

Being the same lot or parcel of ground which by deed dated October 25,1954 and recorded among the land records of Guilford County in Book 1571 Page 267, was granted and conveyed by Security Building Company, a North Carolina Corporation, unto John E. Moore, Jr. and wife, Margaret K. Moore.

Together with improvements located hereon; said property being located at 2523 Overbrook Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408 Tax ID: 34470

To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is The Heirs of John E. Moore, Jr.

Anchor Trustee Services, LLC Substitute Trustee

By: David Neill, NCSB #23396 McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC Attorney for Anchor Trustee Services, LLC 3550 Engineering Drive, Suite 260 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 404-474-7149 (phone) 404-745-8121 (fax) dneill@mtglaw.com 24-001341-01 September 3, 10, 2025 (2025) BCNS Ingle Law Firm C/O Better Choice Notice Solutions, Inc. 9035 Wadsworth Pkwy Suite 2720 Westminster, CO 80021

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, GUILFORD COUNTY 25 SP 6

Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Rebecca S Yow, Mortgagor(s), in the original amount of $153,000.00, to Bank of America, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 11th, 2009 and recorded on September 21st, 2009 in Book 7059, Page 134, as instrument number 2009058969, Guilford County Registry.

Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Anchor Trustee Services, LLC having been substituted as

Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of 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 door or other usual place of sale in Guilford County, North Carolina, at 2:00 PM on September 18th, 2025, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit:

All of Lot 241, Section B-2, Hamilton Village, as per plat thereof recorded in the Office of The Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina, in Plat Book 56, Page 36. This conveyance is made subject to a Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions dated April 15, 1975, and recorded in Book 2758, Page 495, and to rights of way and easements of record.

Together with improvements located hereon; said property being located at 4827 Tower Road, Unit #D, Greensboro, NC 27410 Tax ID: 55844

Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing.

To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are The Heirs of Rebecca S. Yow.

Anchor Trustee Services, LLC

Substitute Trustee

By: David Neill, NCSB #23396

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC Attorney for Anchor Trustee Services, LLC 3550 Engineering Drive, Suite 260 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 404-474-7149 (phone) 404-745-8121 (fax) dneill@mtglaw.com 24-001345-01 Sept. 3, 10, 2025 (1775) BCNS McMichael Taylor Gray Law C/O Better Choice Notice Solutions, Inc. 9035 Wadsworth Pkwy Suite 2720 Westminster, CO 80021

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, GUILFORD COUNTY 25 SP 715

Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Frazier Glenn Investments, LLC, Mortgagor(s), in the original amount

of $223,400.00, to Kiavi Funding, Inc., Mortgagee, dated April 17th, 2024 and recorded on April 18th, 2024 in Book R 8819, Page 454, as instrument number 2024016721, Guilford County Registry.

Being all of Lots 15 and 16, Wildwood Acres Subdivision as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 36, Page 8, Guilford County Registry. Together with improvements located hereon; said property being located at 5403 Bosher Lake Drive, McLeansville, NC 27301 Tax ID: 8804-25-0658

BCNS McMichael Taylor Gray Law C/O Better Choice Notice Solutions, Inc. 9035 Wadsworth Pkwy Suite 2720 Westminster, CO 80021

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Ask The Pastor

What Does “Genesis” mean?

Hello Pastor Sid,

Thank you for answering Bible questions for the last several months.

I read your Orator [The Denton Orator] column every week.

Here is my question: What does Genesis mean? This is the name of the first book in the Bible but is the word Genesis in the Bible? What does it mean? — Todd

Hi Todd,

By Pas TOR dR sId sTe WaRT

While the word “genesis” is not found in the Bible, Jewish scholars gave this name to the first book of the Bible around the year 300 BC. The word means origin or begin-

ning or generation, and the book of Genesis reveals to mankind how everything we see began. This 50 chapter book tells us that God created everything we see including mankind, and it reveals the following: how sin entered the world, how God placed a curse on mankind, the birth and purpose of Abraham who was the first Jew and provides a bloodline for Christ, but also many promises from God to Abraham and his people like Isaac, Jacob, and others. Finally, the book ends by revealing how the Jews ended up in Egypt.

Can You prove that God exists?

Dear Pastor Sid,

I am not a believer in God and to be honest no one can prove that God exists? Can you prove it? — No Name in Jamestown

Hi No Name in Jamestown, I hope that you are sincere with this question. I will be very upfront with you. The word atheist in not a word found in the Bible. In fact the Bible says that a person is a “fool” if he says that God does not exist (Psalm 14:1, “The fool has said in his heart, there is no God.”) So you are not an atheist, you are a fool. That being said, let’s get to your question. I want to know this: Why is it always the Christians that have to prove anything? I think that you must prove that God does not exist. Let’s put the burden of proof on you. Can you prove that God does not exist? I didn’t think so. But here is the evidence you are missing: How did everything we see get here? Who designed it? Who created it? Who manages it? The Christian sees God everywhere in

everything. I read the story of a farmer who wanted to inspect his fence line, so he cranked up his Jeep and drove around his property. He saw something unusual. Up ahead was a turtle on top of a fence post. Just sitting on top minding his own business. Now the question is immediately asked, “Who put him on top of the post and why?” So you view creation with the negative eye of evolution and reject God but the Christian knows. We are here because God put us here…and for a reason. Now it is your turn. Can you prove that God does not exist?

Ask The Pastor is written by Pastor Dr. Sid Stewart, from the Hoover’s Grove Wesleyan Church, 5399 Jackson Creek Rd, Denton. Pastor Sid’s teaching motto is: Making the Complex Simple. If you have a question about the Bible, please email Pastor Sid at moses43@juno.com and it will soon be answered in this column. Also take time to visit Dr. Stewart Productions, a YouTube Channel produced by Dr. Stewart where you will find over 650 videos and slide presentations of a variety of topics.

losing our grandchildren before finding them again

In some North Carolina houses, this is a time of empty rooms and empty spaces. Children, so long ever-present, are now suddenly gone away to college.

Even though they knew the day was coming, there is great emptiness in their homes and in their hearts. This is true especially for parents, but also for grandparents, even though all knew that the day was coming.

One of my grandsons is in college far from home in Colorado. And both my granddaughters just graduated from college far away — one in Vermont and the other in Scotland. After some time at home, one is heading even further afield, to Alaska, and the other back to Scotland. These “grandbabies” are so far away I will seldom see them.

My own children stayed reasonably close to home in North Carolina at Davidson and graduate school at UNC. Still the break was painful.

How much more so when the distance is more than a long drive away?

Each year I watch young parents bring their children to Chapel Hill.

So much is the same every year: Heavy trunks to carry up long stairways on the first day.

Waiting for them are professors — giants of teachers — whose love of scholarship and service is exceeded only by their commitment to the opening and nurturing of the minds of their students. Will they be worrying about the meaning of life, or something more important — like a broken date?

What makes taking or sending a child to college such a milestone for parents — such a passage? Is it the sudden freedom from the hour-to-hour worries of child rearing? No more waiting up past midnight — waiting and worrying. No more strain of daily negotiation for the use of cars, time of meals, attendance at church, volume of the music or use of the bathroom.

Or is it the extra worry and uncertainty that comes with an absent child so far away in distance and independence?

Suddenly, the house is peaceful — and so empty. Gone is the daily joy of their companionship. Gone is the excitement of their new ideas. Gone is the richness and seasoning that their

growing up brought to our lives — every day.

You wonder, “Does life have meaning without children to watch over?”

The answer is not certain.

But the question remains.

My grandchildren will live in the future, but the occasion draws me almost 100 years into the past when, in 1928, my father entered Davidson. When these men, (it would be 50 years before women were allowed at Davidson) first came to college in the fall of 1928, they brought everything they needed in a suitcase or small trunk.

Things were different in the 1980s when my children entered college. Most students arrived in cars driven by their parents and loaded down with the students’ “things.” Former Davidson

President John Kuykendall welcomed them with a short “freedom and responsibility” sermon to help explain what this business of leaving home for college is all about.

He reminded them that colleges and universities no longer pretend to take the place of parents or impose strict parental rules to dictate how the students will act. At 18, they must seek and find their own moral guides. And freedom means the freedom to fail.

Kuykendall would then talk about responsibility, explaining that free people have the responsibility to develop and accept rules if they are to live together in harmony and dignity. Our freedom to make choices makes us responsible for those choices. Freedom gives us the free choice to serve others. Freedom gives us the opportunity and the responsibility to search for the truth. That quest brings us towards the goal of a college education: a liberated mind, a mind that never stops searching, and never stops learning. If our grandchildren’s college experience helps make them partners with us in a search for truth, then the pain of physical separation and giving them up to their own freedom can bring us together in a way that gives our lives rich new meaning.

D.G. Martin, a retired lawyer, served as UNC-System’s vice president for public affairs and hosted PBS-NC’s North Carolina Bookwatch.

the national Guard isn’t the gestapo

By RICH LOWRy the r IC h Lo W ry Co LUMN

Donald Trump’s alleged fascist crackdown is finally here — federal troops are on the streets of major U.S. cities with almost certainly more on the way.

First, they came for Los Angeles, then for Washington, D.C., and next, if reports are to be believed, Chicago.

There’s no doubt that Trump loves the optics and sense of strength that comes with deploying the National Guard to U.S. cities, while many of his political enemies love the thrill of decrying the arrival of the dystopia they’ve always warned about.

The Guard troops obviously aren’t Trump’s equivalent of Mussolini’s squadristi or Hitler’s brownshirts —brawlers and enforcers operating outside the law to crush a political party’s opponents.

They are a well-trained, entirely lawful military force that isn’t engaging in street fights or arresting dissidents. The Guard’s role has, mostly, been to stand in front of federal buildings and other public landmarks. In Washington, D.C., they walk along Metro platforms and generally make themselves visible (they are often seen drinking coffee and taking photos with tourists). In short, they’ve been a benign presence, although still a political flashpoint.

For Trump, the Guard deployments are an emblem of the restoration of public order. Nothing says the lawman is back in town quite like Humvees parked in

front of Union Station and camouflaged federal troops walking the streets. That the troops are overkill makes them even more potent as a symbol — Trump really means it.

That they generate a reaction from his opponents is even better, since it prompts them into attacking a token of lawfulness in places that suffer from endemic disorder.

So, Trump feels an urge to take the show on a national tour, with the Windy City or perhaps Baltimore as the next stop. This is a bad idea. D.C. and L.A. present unique circumstances not replicated in other cities.

Legally, D.C. is an easy question. Although Congress has granted D.C. home rule, the federal government has plenary power over the district. The president of the United States has direct authority over the D.C. National Guard and can also take control of the city’s police department. Constitutionally and legally, Trump is on solid ground.

Since D.C. has a unique status and the feds have taken over the police department, there has been useful collaboration between the federal and local law-enforcement officials. (The early returns have been encouraging, with the city seeing a moderate dip in crime.)

TITLE: None of this would apply to Chicago or Baltimore. The federal government has no special role in governing them, and politically hostile mayors would maintain full control of their police departments. The

emphasis would surely be on resistance to unwelcome federal intrusions rather than reluctant cooperation.

Now, this was true in L.A., as well, but the riots and obstruction of federal immigration enforcement there gave Trump the authority to federalize members of the California National Guard and protect federal assets. Unless similar unrest breaks out in Chicago or Baltimore, Trump is going to have to stretch for a legal justification for deploying the National Guard and risk a high-profile legal reverse.

Regardless, the National Guard has limited utility as a police force. Its boots on the ground can create a sense of a safer environment, and perhaps, at the margins, free up local police resources for other duties. But what places like Chicago need is more intensive policing in high-crime areas. The National Guard is not going to — nor should it — become de facto cops making gang and drug arrests in the South and West Sides of the city. (The FBI and DEA, on the other hand, could actually help.)

At the end of the day, there is no easy cure for the flagrant misgovernance of cities like Chicago. It is a long-term, deeprooted ideological and political phenomenon that won’t be easily reversed, whether the troops in camouflage show up or not.

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F1: The Movie (PG-13)

— Sleek director Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick and Spiderhead) signed on the most elusive cool guy in Hollywood, Brad Pitt, to be his leading man in his latest release, which is out now to rent. This sports-drama film follows F1 driver Sonny Hayes (Pitt), who is coaxed into coming out of retirement after 30 years to race in the underdog team APXGP. The owner of APXGP is his former teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), which is why he extends Ruben the favor, but his new teammate, rookie Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris), does not plan to make this an easy return

for him. The film became the highest-grossing film of Pitt’s career, earning $603.4 million worldwide at the time of this writing. (Amazon Prime Video)

Eddington (R) — “Elevated horror” director Ari Aster’s latest film is deemed a “neo-Western black comedy thriller,” which seems directly on brand if you’ve seen any of his previous works (Hereditary and Midsommar ). Even though it starred a handful of Hollywood’s most popular actors, such as Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Austin Butler and Emma Stone, it bombed at the box office, not even making up half of its budget. However, critics gave the film mostly positive

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WEEK OF SEPT. 8, 2025

ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

An offer to help with a stalled project should reassure you that you have a workable plan in spite of the problems in getting it up and running. The weekend brings more positive news.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A past problem about a workplace situation reemerges early in the week. Talking things out helps ease tensions by midweek, but some hurt feelings could linger for a few more days.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Optimistic aspects dominate your efforts. However, expect to confront criticism, some of which might be valid, so keep an open mind. But overall, it’s your views that will count.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Social interaction with new people, especially on the job, could be a bit strained in the early part of the week. But the awkwardness passes as you get to know each other better.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Expect news about a follow-up

to a workplace change that could make a difference in your career path. Meanwhile, new friends widen the circle for all you social Lions who love to party.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Enjoy your wellearned plaudits for a job welldone. But be aware that some people might not share your colleagues’ admiration, and you might have to work harder to win them over.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) It’s a good week to recheck your probably already overlong to-do list and decide what to keep and what to discard. Lose the clutter and focus your energy on what’s really important.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) This is a good time to take a new perspective on what you’ve been offered. Expanding your view could help to uncover any plusses or minuses that weren’t apparent at first.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Applying the usual methods to this week’s unique challenges might not

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work too well. Instead, use your creativity to find a way to resolve any impasse that develops.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) So what if fate throws some obstacles in your path this week? Just keep in mind that the sure-footed and resolute Goat can get past any barrier by focusing on the goals up ahead.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) This week calls for better communication with people in both your private life and the workplace. Start by asking questions, then pay close attention to the answers.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Potentially beneficial workplace changes could be closer than you realize. Make sure you know what’s going on so that you’re not left high and dry when the good things happen.

BORN THIS WEEK: You’re not timid about pushing to have your aims realized once you’ve set your mind to accomplishing your goals.

reviews and praised how it showcased a growing problem in our current society: the way our digital world shapes our political climate, both locally and federally. Out now to rent. (Apple TV+)

The Naked Gun (PG13) — For fans of the Leslie Nielsen series The

Strange But True

By LUCIe WInBORne

AI systems can simulate the language patterns and personality traits of the dead using their digital footprints, resulting in “deadbots” or “griefbots.” Researchers from the University of Cambridge have warned that this “afterlife industry” could cause psychological harm unless strict design safety standards are implemented.

• According to one study, most dogs reach peak cuteness between 6 and 8 weeks old.

• The American Psychiatric Association’s DSM-5 handbook classifies caffeine withdraws as a mental disorder.

• A Canadian police officer named Ward Clapham created a program that gives “positive tickets” to people who do good deeds.

• “Baby,” “sport” and “waterproof” sunscreens don’t exist. They’re just marketing tactics.

In 2016, scientists measured pollution variation in Los Angeles and Chicago, and found that violent crime rose when pollution was worse.

Naked Gun and those who enjoy slapstick comedy (hard pass for me), this action-comedy reboot should be first on your watchlist this week! Starring Liam Neeson (Absolution) and Pamela Anderson ( The Last Showgirl ), the film follows Lt. Frank Drebin’s (Nielsen) son, Frank Drebin Jr. (Neeson), as

he investigates the death of a software engineer. Also joining the investigation in a discreet way is the software engineer’s sister, Beth (Anderson), who is convinced that her brother’s death wasn’t a suicide. As their interrogations lead them closer to the truth, Frank and Beth also get to enjoy a bit of romance — not unlike their real-life counterparts who announced that they were dating during the film’s press cycle. Available to rent on Sept. 2. (YouTube)

The Paper (TV-14) — Who can believe that in the year of 2025, we’d be experiencing a spin-off to the series The Office? It looks like audiences find great comfort in mocku-

mentary sitcoms because it only took a year for Peacock to put together the series, with help from key players/executive producers Greg Daniels (developer of The Office ) and Ricky Gervais (who starred in the British version of the series from 2001 to 2003). The spin-off centers around the Toledo TruthTeller, a Midwestern paper struggling to stay afloat. The new editor-in-chief Ned Sampson (Domhnall Gleeson) is ready to shake things up, and by the look of its undertrained staff, he has a lot of work ahead of him. All 10 episodes will be available to stream starting Sept. 4. (Peacock) ©2025 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Michelle Pfeiffer was literally vacuum-sealed into her Catwoman costume in Batman Returns

• The Venus flytrap plant can count — it waits for something to tap its pads twice before they shut.

• In 1864, Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman captured Savannah, Georgia, and in a telegram to President Lincoln wrote, “I beg to present you as a Christmas gift the city of Savannah, with 150 heavy guns and plenty of ammunition, also about 25,000 bales of cotton.”

• The largest playable instrument in the world is the Great Stalacpipe Organ, located in the Luray Caverns in Virginia. It uses rubber mallets to tap on the cave’s natural stalactites.

At a specific temperature and pressure, water can exist simultaneously as a solid (ice), liquid (water) and gas (steam).

Thought for the Day: “Life ought to be a struggle of desire toward adventures whose nobility will fertilize the soul.” — Rebecca West

• Snow in Alpine regions can be pink due to pigments produced by algae, resulting in what’s known as “watermelon snow.”

Photo courtesy of MovieStillsDB Pamela anderson, left, and Liam neeson star in The Naked Gun.

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chicken Paillard:

Secret to Quick, Versatile Meals

Here's A Tip

By JOann deRsOn

By PaTTI dIaMOnd

Chicken paillard is a simple technique where you take a chicken breast and flatten it to an even, thin layer. This helps the chicken cook much faster and ensures it stays tender and juicy.

If you have a large chicken breast, start by slicing it horizontally almost all the way through, then open it like a book before placing it between two sheets of parchment or wax paper. Use a meat mallet — or even a heavy skillet — to gently pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. It’s that simple!

Why is this technique a game-changer? Chicken breasts are affordable, especially when bought in bulk and on sale. When you flatten them into paillards, you can freeze them flat in individual bags (with or without marinade) — they stack so neatly to save freezer space. Bonus: As they defrost, they can marinate, so your chicken is seasoned and ready to cook in no time. Perfect for serving one or a crowd, as you can pull just the right number of servings.

These thin cutlets cook quickly by several methods — saute, broil, grill or bake — and can be coated in a seasoned crumb for extra flavor and crunch. That’s why mastering this technique is a must in any kitchen.

PARMESAN CHICKEN PAILLARDS WITH BURST CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE

Yield: 4 servings

Total Time: 50 minutes

4 (6 to 8 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (the green container stuff)

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2-3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot or onion

3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

1/2 cup chicken broth

1 tablespoon sherry wine or balsamic vinegar

2 cups cherry tomatoes 1 tablespoon fresh basil or tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs

Serving suggestion: thin spaghetti or rice

Place each chicken breast between two sheets of parchment, wax paper or plastic wrap. Pound gently with a meat mallet or a heavy skillet until about 1/2 inch thick. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a shallow dish, combine Parmesan cheese and flour. Pat chicken dry, rub

lightly with olive oil, then press Parmesan onto the surface before sauteing.

To Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add two chicken breasts, and cook about 4 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Remove to keep warm. (If cooking in batches, keep finished chicken in a 175 F oven on a sheet pan.) Repeat with remaining chicken, adding more oil as needed. Discard any leftover cheese bits from the skillet before making the pan sauce to prevent burning and bitterness.

To Make the Pan Sauce: Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Saute the onion or shallot until soft, for about 2 minutes, then stir in the garlic and cook just until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and sherry wine vinegar and cook for 1 minute. This sauce is perfect for abundant summer cherry tomatoes. Add the cherry tomatoes, remaining salt and pepper. Cook until the tomatoes soften and release their juices. Add about half the basil or tarragon and stir.

To serve, place the chicken paillards on a bed of pasta or rice to catch all that glorious tomato sauce. Spoon the sauce over the top, then finish with a sprinkle of the reserved basil or tarragon. Add a crisp green salad and whole wheat rolls and call it good. Bon appetite!

Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is the penny-pinching, party-planning, recipe developer and content creator of the website Divas On A Dime — Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous! Visit Patti at www. divasonadime.com and join the conversation on Facebook at DivasOnADimeDotCom. Email Patti at divapatti@divasonadime.com. ©2025 King Features Synd., Inc.

• “Wet a plain kitchen sponge and place it in a zip-top baggie in the freezer. It’s great for bumps and bruises, tired eyes and overheated kids.” — V.I. in New Hampshire

• Always rest your bar soap on a sponge. You won’t have a soap slime problem ever again, and the soap stays put. When the sponge starts to look questionable, you can replace it or just toss it in the wash with your towels.

• “Sunday dinner is great for so many reasons, as our family reserves this day to be together at mealtime. It has also become a day to touch base on appointments and obligations for the coming week. We discuss what each of us has going on upcoming, and we post our schedules on the fridge on Sunday evening. This way, we can help one another and keep each of us accountable. It works for us!” — A.A. in California

• “A really nice gift for a family with young children is a family membership to a local science and history museum. It’s a gift that keeps on giving, and it’s very flexible, because with a membership, you can go all day or just a few hours to keep it light.” — C.W. in Virginia

• A great way to organize in the kitchen is to use the space on the inside of your cabinet doors. You can install a metal sheet (to stick magnetic items to), a chalkboard, a small rack or a section of pocket organizer. The possibilities are endless.

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more than health screenings — it’s a chance for our nursing students to learn while giving back, and for families to take small but powerful steps toward healthier lives,” said Dr. Tiffany Morris, Director of Nursing at North Carolina A&T State University. “By meeting people where they are, we’re helping to build stronger, healthier communities across Guilford and Rockingham Counties.”

We aim to expand the program further in 2026 — hosting Wellness Wednesdays at the Stoney Creek Express YMCA and Ragsdale Family YMCA in the spring, and at the Hayes-Taylor Memorial YMCA in the summer.

For more information or to get involved, visit ymcagreensboro.org or contact your local YMCA of Greensboro branch.

Each participating YMCA site is supported by eight N.C. A&T State University nursing students and one faculty supervisor, ensuring personal attention and highquality service at every interaction.

These YMCA wellness events are completely free and open to the public, and we need your help reaching more individuals and families who may benefit. Please share this opportunity with your networks, congregations, workplaces, and neighborhoods.

The YMCA of Greensboro is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The organization was founded in 1889 with a mission to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Through its seven branches and YMCA Camp Weaver, the YMCA of Greensboro is strengthening the foundations of the community through its wide range of programs and services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. For more information on the YMCA of Greensboro, visit ymcagreensboro.org