Jamestown News - August 16, 2023

Council candidates learn the rules

By CaROL BROOks FreeLANCe WrIter cab1hp@gmail.com

Who actually constitutes the top leaders in Jamestown? It is actually the citizens. Below them in the organizational chart are the mayor and Town Council. Every position below the top one ultimately answers to the citizens.

There are two Town Council seats up for grabs this year. Councilmember Lawrence Straughn is not running again but Councilmember John Capes is. Joining Capes in a bid to serve the town are one former councilmember Larry Lain, and four newcomers, Andrew Kinzie, Pamaila Burgess, Sarah Glanville and Duane Willis. Glanville is currently serving as chair of the Planning Board and Burgess is an alternate.

With so many new faces running for Town Council, Town Manager Matthew Johnson felt the need to brief the candidates about matters and policies relating to town government. A Candidate Information Session was held Aug. 4. Glanville

and Willis were unable to attend but current councilmembers Martha Wolfe and Straughn were in attendance.

“This session is for the benefit of those seeking a seat on the Town Council,” Johnson said. “The purpose of this session is to introduce key staff members and to provide candidates with accurate information that they may use to assist them in learning more about the operations of the Town, allow them time to inquire about issues or concerns they may have, and to have a dialogue with key staff members.”

Prior to the meeting, all candidates were given a 170-page breakdown of some of the points given by town staff.

During the information session, candidates heard from Assistant Town Manager/Town Clerk Katie Weiner, Town Attorney Beth Koonce, Pinecroft-Sedegefield Fire Department Chief Derek Carson, Guilford County Sheriff’s Dept. District 2 Captain Latoya Howell, Planning Director Anna Hawryluk, Golf Professional Marcy Newton, Golf Course Superintendent

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ADOPT A ROAD

The Jamestown United group has officially adopted Guilford College Road from Mackay Road through to Publix through the Adopt a Highway program of the N.C. Department of Transportation.

The newly adopted road abuts the Johnson Farm/ D.R. Horton property on the east side. Signage will be erected soon.

According to the website, NCDOT established the program in 1988 in response to growing public concern about trash and debris along North Carolina’s roadways.

Adopt-A-Highway has more than 120,000 participants across the state, including civic and community groups, including schools, religious, professional and social organizations, as well as individuals and families.

There is no fee to be part of the program, but NCDOT asks volunteer groups to commit at least four years to a 2-mile stretch of roadway. Litter cleanups happen a minimum of four times a year and sometimes more on heavily traveled roads.

GLOVER WINS AGAIN

Lucas Glover made it to the FedExCup Playoffs with a victory at the Wyndham Championship on Aug. 6. He continued his winning ways by winning the first playoff event, the St. Jude Championship, on Aug. 13. Glover beat Patrick Cantlay in a playoff. Have an event that you think needs to be included in About Town? Email Norma B. Dennis at ndworddesign@gmail.com or Carol Brooks at cab1hp@gmail.com

Jamey Claybrook, Public Services Director Paul Blanchard, Finance Director Faith Wilson, and Parks & Recreation Director Scott Coakley.

Candidates were briefed on the rules of procedure for meetings, including public hearings and closed sessions. They also learned details on how the town’s budget works.

Blanchard spoke about the water system, for instance, how the Town gets its water and how many miles of water lines there are. He also spoke about street conditions, storm drainage, the sewer system and the sanitation department. Wilson, who recently took over as finance director following the retirement of Judy Gallman, explained what her department does, such as keeping the accounts and disbursing funds. She told the difference between cash versus fund balance and saving for the future. Her department also compiles an annual budget.

During the two-hour meeting, candidates were reminded council members are volunteers and are not compensated for their time.

Within 12 months after each election or re-election, council members are required to attend at least two hours of ethics training. They are also offered specific training opportunities through the year.

Several candidates asked questions during the information session and Capes offered insight from his Council experiences.

The public can meet and ask questions of the candidates when the Jamestown Business Association offers a Candidate Forum Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. in the Civic Center. The public is invited to attend. It will also be available at www.youtube.com/c/TownofJamestownNC. Click on “live.”

Career choice continues from father to son to granddaughter

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Ed Stafford was traveling from Florida to his home in Jamestown when he received a phone call from his younger daughter Kelsey Stafford Elliott.

“Dad, is there a spot for me in your organization,” she said.

“Absolutely,” he replied without hesitation. “I hired her on the spot from my car.”

Ed, a realtor with Coldwell Banker Advantage, has worked in the real estate profession for 49 years. At the time of the call, Kelsey was director of sales for the new Marriott in downtown Winston-Salem. In 2013, she received a business degree with a concentration in hospitality and tourism management from Appalachian State University and for seven years worked in the hotel industry.

“I loved working with people and learning about

the corporate world,” Kelsey said. “But when Covid hit, it was not ideal for the hotel business. There were a lot of layoffs and although I did not lose my job, there was extra pressure on a few to run everything.”

Kelsey felt her work/life balance was lacking. She wanted more time for family and friends and began to

Council to discuss signage, other LDO changes

By CaROL BROOks FreeLANCe WrIter cab1hp@gmail.com

The Jamestown Town Council will hold a public hearing on Aug. 22 to consider amendments to Chapter 17 of the Land Development Ordinance. This chapter relates to signage within the town.

The purpose of the amendments is to make revisions to specific development standards and to provide consistency and clarity. Some changes were to minor grammatical errors while others removed duplications and moved several ordinances to a more proper location.

One area of change covers signs at building projects. Chapter 17.6-2.6 now reads, “Development projects under active building permits are permitted one sign per property street frontage up to 36 square feet in area

provided they are removed after the applicable permit is no longer active due to completion of permitted work or permit expiration.”

Another change relates to signage during election season. The proposed change to Chapter 17.6-2.7 Temporary Real Estate, Construction, Campaign, Philosophical or Yard Sale now reads, “In nonresidential or mixed use districts during ‘election season,’ snipe or yard signs, shall be permitted that contain no more than six square feet in area provided that such signs are erected no more than 30 days prior to the beginning of ‘one-stop’ early voting under G.S. § 163-227.2 and removed no later than seven days following the applicable primary or election.”

One section caused the most discussion at the June 12 Planning Board meeting – 17.7-2A Digital Signage.

Digital signs were previously

allowed anywhere in the town, but now are restricted to Civic, Commercial and Bypass zoning districts. They are no longer allowed in residential areas. Additionally, the displayed message must show for 10 seconds, not the previous 5, to allow motorists time to read. The board also discussed extending the period when the signs must be turned off overnight.

Current digital signs do not have to meet the new restrictions due to being grandfathered under the old ordinance. However, if the signs need to be replaced, the new rules will be applied. If not, owners will be fined for non-compliance.

At the Planning Board meeting, Planning Director Anna Hawryluk clarified the grandfather rule relating to digital signage.

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think of a new direction she could take for work. Considering her skills in business, sales and marketing, she wondered if she could be an asset to her dad’s company and made the call. With her dad ready to welcome her into his business, Kelsey received her reality license in October 2021. She became the third generation realtor in

her family, including not only her father, but also her grandfather, the late Bow Stafford.

“God truly works everything together for good,” Ed said. “If not for Covid, Kelsey would not have left the hospitality industry.” Today, Ed and Kelsey work together as independent realtors at Coldwell Banker Advantage under the brand Stafford Realty Team. They helped more than 30 families during their first full year as a team.

“That was confirmation from God that this is where he wanted me,” Kelsey said.

“Since I got my license I have never dreaded work one day. I cannot imagine doing anything else and feel I want to eventually retire from the real estate business.”

“Since we have worked together I cannot imagine doing it without her,” added Ed. “Having Kelsey makes me want to continue work-

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P&R recommends park changes

By CaROL BROOks FreeLANCe WrIter cab1hp@gmail.com

It is said of postmen that “Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.” That saying might also be applied to the current members of Jamestown’s Parks and Recreation Committee. Members met Monday night even though there were tornado and severe thunderstorm watches issued.

Parks Superintendent Scott Coakley presented several amendments to the Town’s Uniform Park Rules and Regulations. These amendments are the result

of a review of the current policy by the staff. Several changes were needed to simplify shelter reservations. Most changes involved who has authority to enforce the regulations.

A new regulation relates to picnic shelter use. It states: “Advanced reservations for picnic shelters are strongly encouraged. Picnic shelter use is based on a first come, first served basis if not reserved. Fees are due at the time of reservation to secure the shelter. Any shelter reservation canceled within 7 days of the reservation will be charged a $25 service fee. Any person renting a shelter must be 21 or older.

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Photo by Carol Brooks Town Council candidates and Town staff gathered aug. 4 for a Candidate Information session. Pictured in front of the fireplace are Larry Lane, Pamaila Burgess and John Capes.

Photo submitted ed stafford and his daughter kelsey stafford elliott have formed the stafford Realty Team where they buy and sell real estate under the umbrella of Coldwell Banker advantage.

From The Front

Moment In Time

• On Aug. 28, 1789, William Herschel, court astronomer under England’s King George III, discovered Enceladus, one of Saturn’s innermost moons, while using his new 40-foot telescope for the first time. Enceladus reflects almost 100% of the sunlight that strikes it and has at least five different types of terrain.

• On Aug. 29, 1998, a strike by 6,200 Northwest Airlines pilots seeking a 15% pay raise left 70,000 frustrated passengers high and dry around the U.S. The pilots had been in contract negotiations for more than two years, and an agreement

was finally reached on Sept. 10 after the strike had cost the airline $26 million per day.

• On Aug. 30, 1951, Sgt. John R. Rice, a decorated World War II veteran and part-Native American soldier killed in the Korean War, was refused burial in Sioux City, Iowa’s Memorial Park Cemetery on the grounds of his ethnicity. After hearing the news at a press conference, President Harry Truman authorized a telegram to Rice’s widow, Evelyn, offering her a plot in Arlington National Cemetery, which she accepted.

• On Aug. 31, 1888, 43-year-old Mary Ann “Polly” Nichols, a prostitute from London’s East End and married but separated mother of five, was found brutally murdered near Whitechapel Road,

becoming the first known victim of serial killer Jack the Ripper.

• On Sept. 1, 2013, new internet restrictions imposed by the Vietnamese government prohibited the country’s users from discussing current affairs, with social media and other sites, including blogs, limited to sharing personal information but not news stories. The law was criticized by both internet companies and a number of human rights groups.

• On Sept. 2, 1969, the original “Star Trek” TV series aired its final episode after running for just three years. While it never rose higher than No. 52 in the ratings, it remains a beloved cult classic, eventually generating movies and other series.

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Shelters must be cleaned and vacated no later than 15 minutes prior to posted park closing hours.” It goes on to add: “Deposits, if any are required, shall be refunded after a satisfactory inspection by park staff.”

Coakley also requested adding a $50 deposit to all shelter reservations. This would encourage patrons to leave the shelters clean for the next user. The deposit is refundable after a satisfactory inspection of the shelter.

T-Mobile awards 25 Hometown Grants each quarter, committing to provide $25 million in grant funding through 2026. The requirement is that projects be located in towns with less than 50,000 people and projects must provide a community benefit.

Jamestown is requesting the maximum $50,000 with no requirement to match by the Town. Grant money would be used to update the sports complex by purchasing an automatic line marker, portable benches for youth teams and portable bleacher for spectators at youth games. The line marker will reduce staff time to mark the fields from 4 hours to 23 minutes.

The P&R Committee recommended that Council approve the amendments to the Jamestown Uniform Park Rules and Regulations, the implementation of shelter deposits and the implementation of service fees. They also provided a motion of support for the application for the T-Mobile Hometown Grant.

The Town Council will consider these recommendations from the Parks and Recreation Committee at the Sept. 19 meeting. Town staff will request that Council support the T-Mobile Hometown Grant application at the August meeting.

ing longer. We share responsibilities, but I get to do the fun part. In addition to her excellent judgment, she brings all her computer skills on the Internet and social marketing – things I knew I should have been doing but never did.”

One of Kelsey’s first responsibilities was cleaning the acknowledged “mess” in her father’s office to make room for a second desk. Although they share an office, Both father and daughter have their own clients. They do, however, assist each other in serving them.

“That is what it is all about, serving customers well,” Ed said. “My dad felt the best advertising was a satisfied customer.”

Dad should know. As the first of three generations of realtors, Bow was well recognized in the area. He started an insurance agency in Jamestown in 1959. As the town began to grow, town manager Charles Turner suggested Bow get a real estate license.

“The state had just started giving licenses in 1957 and my dad received number 568,” Ed said. “When I got my realtor’s license my number had five digits and now Kelsey’s has six.”

Requirements to get a license have changed from father to son to granddaughter as well. All Bow needed were letters of recommendation from two local businessmen and a town official. He later advised his son to get a realty license sooner than later if that is what he planned to do because it would only get harder. Ed, who received his license in 1974 while a junior in college, needed 30 hours of training before taking a test. Kelsey had 72 hours of training upfront with an additional 90 hours the first year. All realtors today must have eight hours of continuing education each year.

After getting his license, Bow kept his

“It is grandfathered in on all things including brightness, motion and hours. However, the Town’s ordinance already has fairly strict limitations on all of those things,” Hawryluk said. “If someone has a complaint about a sign that may be violating those limitations they should contact the Planning Department so we can contact the business and enforce the ordinance.”

The proposed amendments limit where other types of signage are allowed. Windblown signage like streamers, spinners, balloons and inflatables are prohibited. Flags displayed on a permanent flagpole are allowed. Pennant-style or feather flags are prohibited. Menu or sandwich boards are allowed. Only one temporary sandwich board is allowed per establishment and only on paved surfaces. Several categories of signage are allowed without a permit. Some of these include temporary real estate, campaign, events, directional or warning signs, permanent

insurance company, but began to create a real estate market to buy and sell in the area. He and Tom Ragsdale Sr. developed Ridgecrest off Dillon Road, then Cedarwood, one of the largest subdivisions in the area. In the 1970s, Bow began to separate his two businesses, changing from Bow Stafford Agency and moving Bow Stafford Realtors into the old Wrike house at 206 E. Main Street. He later sold his insurance company.

Ed joined his father’s real estate company after he graduated from college.

“I told Dad I would work for him a couple of years,” he said. “After 49 years in real estate I think it is too late to change my mind now.”

At one point, Ed started to build spec houses under the name Jamestown Builders. For 14 years it was the construction part of Bow Stafford Realtors. In 1993 he returned to the real estate division of the family business and worked with his dad four years before he passed away.

“Those were the best four years,” Ed said. “I have great memories and it reminds me what a precious opportunity I have to mentor Kelsey and share the many things my dad taught me. It is a joy to have some value you can pass on.

“The most valuable resources my father gave me are the importance of a good name and that when you wake up in the morning the only thing you have control of is your attitude. Dad had the best attitude and was as happy as he acted. He loved making music and making people happy. The back of his business card read, ‘A cheerful heart doth good like a medicine.’”

From Bow to Ed to Kelsey, the Stafford real estate legacy continues. Ed once told his daughter that her personality would make her a good realtor.

“She remembered,” he said.

historical or memorial signage, etc. All must be on private property and outside of the public street right-of-way.

The final amendment had to do with pet waste, rather than signage. The new wording states “Dogs at large prohibited. It shall be unlawful for the owner of any dog to allow the animal to be outside an enclosure or otherwise confined and not on a leash in the Town of Jamestown. This restriction does not apply within the boundaries of a legal dog park.”

The full list of LDO amendments can be found in the June 12 Planning Board packet at www.jamestown-nc.gov/my-government/meeting-minutes-and-schedules. The YouTube video is available at www. youtube.com/@TownofJamestownNC/ streams.

The Aug. 22 Town Council meeting will be at 6 p.m. in the Civic Center at Town Hall. The public is invited to attend. It also will be available at www.youtube.com/c/ TownofJamestownNC. Click on “live.”

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE GUILFORD COUNTY 23 SP 1029

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by CHARLES W. PARKER AND WIFE, MARY C. PARKER dated November 29, 2010 to JOVETTA WOODARD AND PATRICIA ROBINSON, Trustee for TRUIST BANK, successor by merger to SUNTRUST BANK., recorded in Book 7195, Page 1558, GUILFORD County Registry; default having been made in payment of the indebtedness thereby secured; and the necessary findings to permit foreclosure having been made by the Clerk of Superior Court of GUILFORD County, North Carolina; the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the property conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in the County of GUILFORD and State of North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows:

All that Real Property situated in the County of Guilford, State of North Carolina.

Being the same property conveyed to Charles W. Parker and wife, Mary C. Parker by deed record in Book 2794, Page 698, Guilford County Registry, to which deed reference is hereby made for a more particular description of this property.

Property Address: 4501 Freida Lane

Parcel ID: 12 060340A

PROPERTY ADDRESS/LOCATION:

4501 Freida Lane, Greensboro NC 27406

DATE OF SALE: August 18, 2023

TIME OF SALE: 10:30 A.M.

LOCATION OF SALE: GUILFORD County Courthouse

RECORD OWNER(S): Fred

David Taylor and Charles Winfield Parker

TERMS OF THE SALE:

(1) This sale will be made subject to: (a) all prior liens, encumbrances, easements, right of ways, restrictive covenants or other restrictions of record affecting the property; (b) property taxes and assessments for the year in which the sale occurs, as well as any prior years; (c) federal tax liens with respect to which proper notice was not given to the Internal Revenue Service; (d) federal tax liens to which proper notice was given to the Internal Revenue Service and to which the right of redemption applies; and (e) the right of payoff or reinstatement of the loan as permitted by law.

(2) The property is being sold

“as is”. Neither the beneficiary of the deed of trust, nor the undersigned Substitute Trustee, makes any warranties or representations concerning the property, including but not limited to, the physical or environmental condition of the property. Further, the undersigned Substitute Trustee makes no title warranties with respect to the title to the property.

(3) The highest bidder will be responsible for the payment of revenue stamps payable to the Register of Deeds and any final court and/or auditing fees payable to the Clerk of Superior Court which are assessed on the high bid resulting from this foreclosure sale.

(4) At the time of the sale, the highest bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or $750.00, whichever is greater, with the remaining balance of the bid amount to be paid on the day following the expiration of the applicable ten (10) day upset bid period.

(5) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving this 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this Notice of Foreclosure 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.

(6) An order for possession of the property being sold 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.

(7) If the sale is set aside for any reason, or if the Trustee is unable to convey title to the property being foreclosed for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to return of the deposit paid. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney, or the Substitute Trustee.

Date: July 19, 2023

SMITH DEBNAM NARRON DRAKE

SAINTSING & MYERS, L.L.P.

Jeff D. Rogers, Substitute Trustee

PO Box 176010 Raleigh, NC 27619 6010

(919) 250 2000

Fax: (919) 250 2211

Aug. 9, 16, 2023

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NORTH CAROLINA

GUILFORD COUNTY

Special Proceedings No. 22 SP 1351

Substitute Trustee: Philip A. Glass

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

Date of Sale: August 17, 2023

Time of Sale: 10:00 a.m.

Place of Sale: Guilford County Courthouse

Description of Property:

ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN/NEAR THE CITY OF GREENSBORO, MOREHEAD-GILMER TOWNSHIP, GUILFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

BEING ALL OF LOT 286 OF THE HIGHLAND AND PARK WEST SUBDIVISION, AS PER PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 6 AT PAGE 94, IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS OF GUILFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA.

PIN: 7844-73-5312

Commonly known as: 4245 Ashland

Drive, Greensboro, NC 27407

Record Owners: Deidre C. James

Address of Property: 4245 Ashland Drive, Greensboro, NC 27407

Deed of Trust:

Book : 6767 Page: 1706

Dated: August 1, 2007

Grantors: Deidre C. James, unmarried

Original Beneficiary: First Citizens Bank & Trust Company CONDITIONS OF SALE: This sale is made subject to all unpaid taxes and superior liens or encumbrances of record and assessments, if any, against the said property, and any recorded leases. This sale is also subject to any applicable county land transfer tax, and the successful third party bidder shall be required to make payment for any such county land transfer tax.

A cash deposit of 5% of the purchase price will be required at the time of the sale. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in North Carolina General Statutes Section 45-21.30 (d) and (e). This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law.

Residential real 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 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 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 not 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. 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.

Philip A. Glass, Substitute Trustee

Nodell, Glass & Haskell, L.L.P.

5540 Centerview Drive, Suite 416

Raleigh, NC 27606 Aug. 9, 16, 2023

AMENDED

SHOWN IN CONDOMINIUM PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 43-50 OF THE GUILFORD COUNTY REGISTRY, WHICH IS TITLED TO: ERIC C. HARRIEL PHYLLIS R. COBURN-HARRIEL

Foreclosure of Lien filed with the Clerk of Superior Court on January 15, 2021, file #21 M 961. Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Bramblegate Association, Inc., and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Guilford County, North Carolina in Book 2743, Page 867, and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by said Lien, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court for Guilford County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure proceeding, Black, Slaughter & Black, PA DBA Law Firm Carolinas, the appointed Trustee, will expose for sale at public auction on August 17, 2023, at 3:00 PM at the usual place of sale of the Guilford County Courthouse, Greensboro, North Carolina, the following described real property (including the house, if any and any other improvements thereon):

Being all of Unit No. 40 of Bramblegate Condominium as shown in Condominium Plat Book 1, Page 43-50 of the Guilford County Registry.

Property address: 5703 Bramblegate Rd Unit H, Greensboro, NC 27409.

Present Owner(s): Eric C.. Harriel.

The sale will be made subject to all prior sales and releases and to all deeds of trust, liens, unpaid taxes, restrictions, easements, assessments, leases, and other matters of record, if any. Pursuant to N.C.G.S §45-21.10(b), any successful bidder will be required to deposit with Black, Slaughter & Black, PA DBA Law Firm Carolinas, the Trustee, immediately upon conclusion of the sale a cash deposit not to exceed the greater of Five Percent (5%) of the bid amount or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00).

Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price in cash or certified check at the time Black, Slaughter & Black, PA DBA Law Firm Carolinas, the Trustee, tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance of the purchase price so bid at the time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.G.S §45-21.30(d) and (e).

This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. 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 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.

The notice shall also state that 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.

LAW FIRM CAROLINAS Post Office Box 41027 Greensboro, North Carolina 274041027. Telephone: (336) 378-1899. Signed: August 4, 2023. Jonathon L. Woodruff, Attorney for the Trustee August 9, 16, 2023

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE

SALE OF REAL ESTATE NORTH CAROLINA GUILFORD COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK 20 SP 628

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Walter Brent Townsend and Gwendolyn G. Townsend (PRESENT RECORD

OWNER(S): Walter Brent Townsend, Heirs of Walter Brent Townsend: Gwendolyn G. Townsend) to Trustee Services of Carolina, Trustee(s), dated August 1, 2007, and recorded in Book No. R 7325, at Page 2694 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 August 30, 2023 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Gibsonville in the County of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:

All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in the City of Gibsonville, Jefferson Township, Guilford County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows:Being all of Lot 58, Sedalia Glen as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 152, Page 136, Guilford County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 203 Cushman Road, Gibsonville, North Carolina.Being the same property as conveyed to Walter Brent Townsend by deed recorded 10/13/05 in Book 6415, Page 2668.

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.

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WEEK OF AUG. 21, 2023

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This is a good time for the usually outspoken Lamb to be a bit more discreet. You can still get your point across, but do it in a way that is less likely to turn off a potential supporter.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Good news: All that hard work you put in is beginning to pay off. But you need to watch that tendency to insist on doing things your way or no way. Be a bit more flexible.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)

You might want to delay making a decision on the future of a long-standing relationship until you check out some heretofore hidden details that are just now beginning to emerge.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your reluctance to compromise on an important issue could backfire without more facts to support your position. Weigh your options carefully before making your next move.

LEO (July 23 to August 22)

This is a good time for ambi-

By deMI TaVeRas

High School Musical: The Musical: The Series (TV-PG) — The mockumentary series that catapulted stars like Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett to fame is officially wrapping with a fourth and final season. Over the four seasons, viewers have gotten to follow the debacles of the theater students at East High School (the school where the High School Musical franchise was shot). As the theater department prepares a production based on the third High School Musical film, the original cast of High School Musical gather on campus to announce that they’ll also be shooting a

tious Leos or Leonas to shift from planning their next move to actually doing it. Your communication skills can help persuade others to join you.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Relationships — personal or professional — present new challenges. Be careful not to let a sudden surge of stubbornness influence how you choose to deal with them.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might need more facts before you decide on a possible career change. On the other hand, you should have no problem making a decision about an important personal matter.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You’re respected by most people for your direct, no-nonsense approach to issues. But be careful you don’t replace honest skepticism with stinging sarcasm.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A newly emerging situation could require a good deal of attention and some difficult decision-making.

reunion film at the same time. The final season features guest appearances from Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, Lucas Grabeel, Kaycee Stroth and more. All eight episodes are out now. (Disney+)

Depp v. Heard (TV-MA) — In 2022, the media was saturated for months by the Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard trial that ended up ruling in Johnny Depp’s favor, so naturally, it only took a year for Netflix to compile all the gruesome details for a documentary mini-series. For those who didn’t follow along with the daily events of the trial, this three-part series shows both Depp and Heard’s testimonies, while

However, close friends will help you see it through.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Ignoring changes in a relationship could create problems later on. Get involved now while there’s still time to work things out and reach an understanding.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Of course you deserve to indulge yourself in something special. But for now, tuck that bit of mad money away. You’ll need it to help with a looming cash crunch.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A temporary setback in your financial situation is eased by changing some of your plans. You’ll be able to ride it out quite well until the tide turns back in your favor.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have a gift for understanding people’s needs. You have a low tolerance for those who act without concern for others.

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also touching on the offthe-charts engagement that it drew online from supporters of both parties. The series also explores how the sensationalism of the trial generated so much harassment against Heard and if that could have played a part in swaying the jury. Premieres Aug. 16. (Netflix)

Strange But True

By LUCIe WInBORne

• When African American soldiers began enlisting in the Civil War, they were paid $10, while white troops earned $13, and were also charged a monthly fee for their uniforms. In protest, they refused to accept their pay at all for 18 months, though they continued to fight.

• Throughout the average sofa’s life, it will hold roughly 782 visitors.

• While it was believed for a long time that ancient Greek sculptures made of white marble were originally colorless, scientific studies confirmed the theory that they were actually painted in a wide range of shades that eventually wore away under the long-term effects of light and air.

• The lollipop, invented in 1908 by George Smith, was named after a racehorse known as Lolly Pop.

• Researchers have found that octopuses occasionally punch fish, sometimes for obvious reasons, such as directing them away from intended prey, and other times for no apparent reason at all — unless,

perhaps, they’re merely having a bad day.

• A flight data recorder, aka black box, isn’t black at all, but bright orange. The heat-resistant paint hue makes it easier to spot in the event of an accident.

• The most expensive guitar ever sold, a Martin 1959 D-18 acoustic, changed hands at auction for a staggering $6 million. Formerly owned by Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, it was used by the singer-musician during the band’s 1993 MTV Unplugged performance.

• Including television, theater, film and radio, Charles Dickens is the most adapted author of all time.

• Oh, my aching feet! In an average day of walking, those appendages at the ends of our legs experience forces totaling hundreds of tons — the equivalent of a fully loaded cement truck!

Thought for the Day: “The question isn’t who’s going to let me, it’s who’s going to stop me.” — Ayn Rand

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Unseen (18+) — From Blumhouse and MGM+, this horror film stars Jolene Purdy (Orange Is the New Black) as gas station clerk Sam. In the middle of her shift at work, Sam receives a call from a stranger named Emily (Midori Francis), who mistakenly thought she dialed 9-1-1. Frantically

navigating the woods, and nearly blind after breaking her glasses, Emily is on the run from a psychotic ex-boyfriend who’s attempting to kill her and begs Sam to lead her to safety. Declaring this a state of emergency, Sam abandons her duties at the gas station to guide Emily through any means possible. Releasing Aug. 18, Unseen is director Yoko Okumura’s feature film debut. (Amazon Prime)

The Friendship Game (NR) — Peyton List leads this suspenseful thriller about a group of four teenage friends who happen upon an object deemed a “friendship survival game” that can only be won if they remain friends

after the game ends. By placing their fingers on the object and sharing their deepest desires, the game will supposedly test their loyalties against each other through a series of trials. While most of their desires are granted, one unlucky friend suddenly goes missing at a party. Shortly afterward, the others begin experiencing horrific paranormal visions that distort their reality to the point of insanity, all to see if their friendship can truly withstand the trauma. The premise is gutsy and original enough, but the film does lack the elements necessary to fully land its message.

Premieres Aug. 18. (Hulu)

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Photo courtesy of Disney From left, Lucas Grabeel, Corbin Bleu and Monique Coleman guest star in the final season of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

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Now Here's A Tip

By JOann deRsOn NOW Here'S A tIP

• Glitter cleanup can be a hassle. Here’s my tip for getting it up quickly with no mess left behind: Use play dough. Just press it into the stray glitter and it will pick it right up. Then you’ve created glitter dough! Oh, your kids will be impressed. Here are some more kid tips. —

JoAnn

• Can’t seem to part with those baby blankets now that the kids are not babies anymore? Don’t! Sew them into floor pillow covers and watch the kids get a few more years out of them.

• My daughter is old enough to play on our street with her friends, but not necessarily old enough for a cellphone. Instead, we repurposed a set of walkie talkies. Her boundary is in walkie talkie range, and we can communicate. Plus, it’s just fun! — T.F. in Maryland

• Our friends who live in an apartment have a great storable sandbox solution. They use a plastic under-the-bed storage bin filled with sand and toys. It has a lid and can be stored easily on their balcony. The kids still get to play in the sand even on rainy days. — W. in Kentucky

• I saw this idea in a magazine somewhere, and now I make them for other moms and dads, as they are cute and functional: Make a cell number beaded bracelet your kids can wear when you go out. Little kids may not remember Mommy’s cellphone number, but they can bring the bracelet to a store employee and ask him or her to call the number on the bracelet. Use elastic thread and colorful number beads. — P.S. in Oregon

• If you use a 1/4-inch hole punch, which you can get at a hardware store for cheap, you easily can make a straw hole in the plastic tops of kids’ single serving drinks, like milk and water bottles. Less chance of a spill.

Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. ©2023 King Features Synd., Inc.

Why make veggie lasagna? The obvious answer is “why not?” This time of year, our gardens are abundant, farmer’s markets are bountiful and the end of summer produce in the grocery store is divine. These peak season veggies are begging to be the star of the show!

Lasagna is versatile and can be customized to suit individual preferences. You can select your favorite vegetables, such as zucchini, peppers, mushrooms and onions (as I used), or add other options like eggplant, summer squash, chard and spinach.

To save on costs, opt for vegetables that are on sale or use just one or two veggies instead of a larger variety.

For added flexibility, you can replace ricotta cheese with cottage cheese or even add meat such as cooked hamburger crumbles, Italian sausage or Italian turkey sausage.

On the other hand, if you prefer a vegan version, simply omit the eggs and use vegan cheeses. For those

following a gluten-free or low-carb diet, zucchini slices make a great pasta substitute.

ROAST VEGETABLE

LASAGNA

3 medium zucchinis

1 yellow onion

2 red or green bell peppers

8 ounces mushrooms, sliced 4 garlic cloves, or more to taste

1/4 cup olive oil

2 teaspoons Italian easoning, divided

8 ounces lasagna noodles, 10 pieces

15-ounce tub ricotta or cottage cheese

2 large eggs

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

3 cups (24-ounce can) or jar pasta sauce

1 14.5-ounce can Italian-style diced tomatoes, drained 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Roasting the vegetables caramelizes them, bringing out natural sweetness and depth of flavor. Rough chop the zucchini, peppers, onion and mushrooms. Dice the garlic cloves and add to the veggies. Place the vegetables in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Use two pans if necessary. It’s going to look like a lot, but they cook down significantly.

Drizzle with oil and season with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Roast the vegetables for 30 minutes, then toss and continue to roast 15 minutes more, or until softened and beginning to brown. Remove from the oven and set aside. Reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees.

While the veggies roast, start water boiling and cook lasagna according to package directions. Drain the pasta and run under cold water until cool enough to handle. Separate the pasta and set aside.

In a medium bowl, mix ricotta, eggs, 1/2 cup of the

Parmesan, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste until well combined. In another bowl, mix the pasta sauce and tomatoes.

To assemble, coat a 9-by13-inch baking pan with cooking spray; spread 1/2 cup sauce mixture on the bottom of the pan. Place a layer of pasta over the bottom of the pan. Spoon roughly a third of each; the veggies and ricotta mixture. Sprinkle 1/2 cup mozzarella evenly over the mixture and top with a scant cup of sauce. Repeat layers until you have four layers of pasta and three layers of filling. The top layer will be pasta topped with the remaining 1 cup sauce, 1 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. I decorated the top of the lasagna with vegetable scraps because we’re Divas.

Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until golden and bubbly, about 15 minutes more. Rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Enjoy your cheesy, gooey, satisfying and perfectly glorious late summer meal.

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. ©2023 King Features Synd., Inc.