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January 24-30, 2024 Vol 46 No 4 | 1 Section | 6 Pages
Checkers coming to Wrenn Miller Park Wrenn Miller Park will be getting a checkerboard, if all goes well with the plans of Mac Williams. Williams, a member of Troop No. 68, Akela Division Old North State Council, presented his 13-page Eagle Scout project plan for a life-size checkerboard presented plans for his 13-page, life-size Eagle Scout project to the Jamestown Town Council on Jan. 16 and received unanimous approval. “My Eagle Scout project aims to enhance the recreational offerings in Jamestown by constructing life-
size checkers set in Wrenn Miller Park,” Williams told the Council. “The project involves installing permanent checkers pieces and utilizing tiling materials to construct the playing board. This interactive installation will provide a unique and enjoyable outdoor activity, community engagement and promote the use of this space for recreational purposes. “Recreation is needed for fostering overall welfare, healthy benefits, and engaging in enriching opportunities that add value to life.” He believes the proximity to town hall will be a draw. “The life-size checkers is not only a recreational addition but also a tool for social connections in Jamestown.”
Photo courtesy Mac Williams
One option for the new life-size checkerboard in Wrenn Miller Park is alternating turf and tiles. Williams submitted several different designs for the project but the specific design has yet to be decided. He believes the total cost would be just over $2,000. He hopes friends and local businesses will donate to the project.
DRIPBaR encourages feeding your cells to fuel your life By NORMA B. DENNIS FREELANCE WRITER ndworddesign@gmail.com During the 20 years Allanna Ivy worked as a dental hygienist, she learned each patient was more than a mouth. “It was about caring for the whole person,” she said. “I have always been passionate about wellness and felt prevention and Photo by Norma B. Dennis early intervention was the Allanna Ivy is shown with her huskey.” band Justin as he relaxes with his own That same passion has custom drip. Ivy says Justin is not only moved to helping others her partner in life, but also the bigembrace the concept of gest supporter in her new business. cellular health through IV therapy. She recently opened the DRIPBaR Vitamin ed, but most of the drips do not Therapy at 1004 Gardner Hill Dr., require lab work. They are waterSuite C, in Jamestown. soluble vitamins geared toward “I am a minimalist. It start- specific lifestyles. They have been ed when I became a mom,” the tested for safety and effectiveness mother of three said. “I began to by a research team. DRIPBaR has read labels on food more carefully a physician assistant on staff and and realized the choices we make is overseen by a medical director. really matter. Also, after having Clients list their goals before any my third child on the tail end of drip is suggested for that indiCovid, I realized if we had IV ther- vidual. apy more readily available it could Some of the broad categories have helped patients recover more include acne, allergy, anxiety, quickly. It could have empowered autoimmune, chronic fatigue, them to beat it. chronic pain, diabetes, gastric sur“DRIPBaR came across when I gery, gout, gut health, headaches, was looking for something. It was healthy aging, Lyme disease, mennot a coincidence. I loved the con- tal health and weight loss. There is cept when I began to look at it.” a special drip for athletes as well. Key facts Ivy learned during her Quick results for some needs may research about IV therapy were be obtained with IM shots. that intravenous nutrients enter “We encourage drip parties for the blood stream quickly with- special occasions and can serve out being slowed by the diges- up to nine at one time,” Ivy said. tive tract and that disease and “We can provide either upbeat or injury are helped by antioxidants relaxed music and refreshments. in IVs binding to free radicals. But you do not have to come for Antioxidants and nutrients also a special occasion. You can spend boost the immune system as they time just taking care of yourself. are absorbed into the cells. An infusion takes approximately DRIPBaR is a franchise that one hour.” started in 2016 with personalized The business also features a programs to help those dealing Halo IR sauna that can accommowith a chronic illness or those tak- date one to two people at a time. ing preventative measures to aid It provides far infrared, red light, their wellbeing. salt, aroma and chromo therapies “We are the first DRIPBaR in used in any combination. North Carolina,” Ivy said. “Our “We are here for everybody, for safety standards set us apart. We those who want to maintain or to go above and beyond government improve their health,” Ivy said. regulations in our lab. Our drips “Most choose to come one or two are not premade, but made with times a month. We offer memberfresh ingredients, safely sourced ships that include specials perks and compounded in a sterile hood. and discounts for packages, which “We don’t claim to treat or can be used as desired. There are cure, but support people along also discounts for those in the their journey to wellness.” see dripbar, page 2 There is a lab onsite if need-
Williams plans to begin construction in the late winter or early spring. There will be a cabinet constructed to store checkers when not in use. He hopes to purchase two sets of checkers, with one used to replace damaged of missing pieces.
No one from the audience spoke during the public hearing for a proposed amendment to the Solid Waste Ordinance. After a brief discussion among town council members, the amendment passed with one minor change suggested by Councilmember Sarah Glanville. Article XIV, Administration, Enforcement and Civil Penalties of the ordinance now reads after the addition to subsection (a): “If, in the sole discretion of the Public Services Director or their designee, there is a violation which endangers the public safety, health, or welfare, the Town may elect to remedy a violation without prior notification to the prop-
erty owner. Every attempt should be made to first contact the property owners to arrange for a suitable remedy. However, if efforts to contact the owner are unsuccessful, the Town may elect to enter the property without prior notification to the property owner, perform the work necessary to correct the condition, and bill the owner for costs incurred. If the property owner fails to pay the bill for such work within thirty (30) days of such notice the amount of the bill and any collection costs incurred shall become a lien against the subject property and shall be collected in the same manner see park, page 2
The family that writes together… By CAROL BROOKS freelance writer cab1hp@gmail.com One might think a woman with seven children — not to mention homeschooling them — would not have time on her hands to read, much less write a book. But Renee Greene is not only the mother of seven, she is also an author of over 50 books! Add in the other authors and illustrators in the family and there are over 100 books coming out of the household. “I began writing almost 20 years ago,” Greene said, when she wanted to do a unit on short stories for her middle school children. “So I decided to write a short story so I would know what to teach them. Forty pages into it, I realized it was not going to be short. “Pretty soon my husband and children were all asking what I was typing and began reading it. It got to the point where they would cook dinner or do whatever they could so I could type.” She said she once came home
Photos by Carol Brooks
(Above) Renee Greene’s books cover an entire fireplace mantle in her High Point home. (Below) Sons Daniel, left, and Joseph along with husband Doug help Renee Greene hold just a few of her many children’s books.
see writes, page 2
Peterson promoted to Associate Dean of Adult Education at GTCC Press release Kecia Peterson, Ed.D., who has served as an adjunct instructor in adult education at Guilford Technical Community College since 2021, has been named the college’s associate dean of adult education. While serving as an adjunct instructor, Peterson taught high school equivalency preparation and human resource development courses in the High Point Detention Center. Additionally, she has taught English for speakers of other languages (ESOL). “I am grateful for the opportunity to continue to serve GTCC in my new role as associate dean of adult education,” said Peterson. “I look forward to having a positive impact on the adult education department, and I am committed to continuing the successful path of making amazing happen.” As the associate dean of adult education, Peterson will oversee
Kecia Peterson, Ed.D. named GTCC’s associate dean of adult education. the administration and day-today of all academic components of the program on the High Point campus including adult basic education, adult secondary education, and ESOL. “Dr. Peterson brings a wealth of experience to our adult education team, including experience in teaching in K-12 schools, serving as an adult education adjunct instructor in GTCC’s ESOL and high school equivalency programs, and as a pro-
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fessional development facilitator for other adjunct faculty in our program,” said Claire Ricci, associate vice president of workforce and continuing education. “We are excited to have her energy and expertise in this important leadership role on our team.” Peterson served as the CEO of Renaissance Educational Initiative, a community-based company she founded in 2013 which mentored and consulted elementary schools to help enhance academic performance, develop leadership skills, and increase confidence and self-esteem in young children. Peterson received a doctorate in education from Capella University in Minneapolis, and a Master of Education Administration from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix. She earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration from Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey.