Jamestown News - September 6, 2023

Howell takes command in Jamestown

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• Sunday worship – Sedgefield Presbyterian Church, 4216 Wayne Road in Greensboro, has returned to its regular 11 a.m. Sunday worship services.

• Purse & Shoe Sale – The church will sponsor a Purse & Shoe Sale Sept. 22 from 2-7 p.m. and Sept. 23 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. All proceeds benefit animal rescue and Sedgefield Presbyterian Church.

9/11 ride to remember

The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office is hosting the “9/11 Ride to Remember” motorcycle ride to commemorate the lives that were lost and to honor the first responders, veterans, military and civilian heroes of 9/11 and the wars that began after. There is a fee of $20 per rider and $10 per passenger. All proceeds raised during the event will be donated to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and the Oaks Therapeutic Community.

The event is Sept. 9. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., kickstands up at 11 a.m.

The ride starts at 5440 Millstream Road, McLeansville, and ends at Rody’s Tavern, 5105 Michaux Road, Greensboro.

yard waSte ColleCtion

Remember, as of Sept. 1, Jamestown’s Public Services Department will no longer be able to collect yard waste in plastic bags due to the City of High Point’s policy to prohibit those materials at their yard waste facility. High Point also prohibits cardboard boxes.

The Town has yard waste bins to purchase for anyone who would like one. Cost is $60. Come by Town Hall to make the payment and arrange for delivery.

The Town will also continue to collect yard waste in heavy-duty paper bags available at hardware stores. Grocery bags are not approved containers. The Town will also collect limbs, generally 6 ft. in length or less and materials weighing less than 50 lbs., which are placed at the curb. The Town will not be able to collect debris created by contractors.

There continues to be a larger-than-normal volume of yard waste at the curb due to recent storms. Crews will continue to collect debris as quickly as time and staffing allow.

Loose leaf collection will begin Oct. 23 and run until Feb. 23, 2024. Loose leaves may be placed at the curb during that period for collection by Town crews.

grill Safety

Derek Carson, fire chief with the Pinecroft-Sedgefield Fire District, reminds local residents to be safe this fall when cooking outdoors:

• Never leave a grill unattended when cooking.

• Keep the grill at least three feet away from your home.

• When using propane, ensure all fittings are tight and there is no leaking gas.

• When using charcoal, use approved lighter fluid and approved grill lighters.

• Always clean the grill before and after each use to ensure no flare ups happen.

it’S a Small world

Drew Brown went to Ireland recently planning to play golf, but his golf clubs and shoes didn’t arrive when he did. As he was buying shoes at a nearby proshop, in walked Sedgefield Country Club member Daniel Berry. Berry had just finished his round. Berry took off his shoes, gave them to Brown, walked out in his socks and left in a cab.

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There are only two women captains in the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office – and one of them is at the District 3 office in Jamestown.

Capt. Latoya Howell was transferred to Jamestown on July 30, replacing Capt. Yousef Sansour, and is still learning the area. She has been with the Sheriff’s Office since 2003 and is the only sworn captain. The other one is a detention captain.

Law enforcement is in

her blood but she didn’t plan to be an officer. Howell’s father was in the N.C. Highway Patrol and her husband retired from the military.

“I was not playing cops and robbers as a kid,” Howell said with a laugh. “I was playing Barbie and Ken. I did not want to be a police officer. “We moved back to Greensboro [when my husband retired] and I needed a job. I answered an ad for a detention officer, not really knowing what a detention officer was, but I was good

excitement/encouragement key to start of new school year

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teachers shop for their classrooms

There was a lot of excitement at the Palladium Office Depot Aug. 25 for a special set of customers and the employees who waited on them. Several teachers from Jamestown Elementary School participated in a Start Proud event, a shopping spree sponsored by Office Depot for Title I schools. Before starting to shop, teachers were treated to coffee and doughnuts.

For the past three months, customers at the store on Brian Jordan Place in High Point were given the opportunity to round up their order and the money collected was donated to Jamestown Elementary for teachers to use for school supplies.

“We collected over $1,300 for that school,” said Carl Schell, manager of the Office Depot. “It was up to the school to decide who got to shop.”

At a staff meeting before school started for the students, those who had a blue dot at their seats were

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Staff members from Jamestown elementary School enjoyed a shopping spree at office depot for items for the school and their classrooms. the check says $1,179 raised through donations from the community, but funds collected were actually over $1,300. pictured, left to right, front row – Stephanie Cruthis, first-grade; Rhonda Sepulveda, office support; Amanda Shepard, fourth-grade; Jelani Gamble, art; and Greg prochnow, physical education. Back row – taryn puckett, fifth-grade; danielle miller, kindergarten-second grade exceptional children; Rebecca Auten, occupational therapist; Carl Schell, store manager at Brian Jordan place office depot; Reno deno, second-grade; and Shannon Arnold, fifth-grade. not pictured were kellar poteat, speech therapist; and dr. Christa dibonaventura, principal.

Council candidates talk about the Town, Part 2

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Tell us about yourself: how long have you lived in Jamestown, age, work experience, family.

Sarah glanville: My husband and I moved here in 2008 and quickly fell in love with our adopted home. Our two boys were born here and now attend Jamestown Middle School. We share our home with our two dopey but lovable basset hounds. I have worked in the North Carolina public behavioral healthcare system as a clinical social worker since 2008. I am 46 years old.

John Capes: I’ve been a happy and proud Jamestown resident since 2003. At 54, I’m amazed how quickly time goes by in this chapter of my life. While I’ve been a call center manager for

the past two decades, my favorite titles are husband and dad. I’ve been married for 33 years to a very patient lady and we have three wonderful (and grown) children. Those four people are the best part of myself.

Have you served on Town Council or a committee or other position in Jamestown in the past? If so, when and for how long.

glanville: I have served on the Planning Board since 2011 as a board member,

vice chair, and, currently, chair. Throughout my tenure, I’ve worked closely with town staff and Council members to make sound and thoughtful recommendations in the areas of zoning and planning. The Board has always aimed to listen to citizen input and put the good of Jamestown first while remaining in compliance with law and regulation. I believe the Planning Board is diligent in its research of an issue and understands the weight of its recommenda-

tions, and I hope I have modeled those values in my leadership of the Board.

Capes: I’ve served the town in some capacity since 2012. Five years on the Planning Board and the past three terms on the Town Council, starting in 2017.

Why do you want to serve on the Town Council?

glanville: One reason we chose to live in Jamestown is because it’s a small town. In a small town it’s easy to get involved and feel engaged. We moved from a large city where it feels like you’re just one more fish in the pond with no real say in how your city is governed.

I’ve long felt a call to service, whether that be in my career, through volunteerism or civic engagement. I firmly believe the best way to effect change is to get involved. I would be hon-

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From The Front

Village Fair returns Sept. 16

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The 18th Village Fair returns Sept. 16 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mendenhall Homeplace, 603 W. Main Street, Jamestown. This year it is in conjunction with Day in the Park across the street at City Lake Park.

“I reached out to the High Point Arts Council, who administers Day In the Park about partnering, in order to hold both events at the same time,” said Mendenhall Homeplace Director Shawn

Rogers. “They thought it was a great idea.”

While still emphasizing history and crafts, this year’s event will be a little different.

“We will have more of a living history component this year than in years past,” Rogers said. “Reenactors will be on hand to interpret a period 1800s advance surveying camp. They will be displaying Nereus Mendenhall’s surveying instruments and equipment, which are a part of our collections. Nereus, a son of our Richard Mendenhall, was a civil engineer who spent time surveying the routes for railways in western North Carolina, as well as Central and South America.

“A small Revolutionary War reenacting group will be here to demonstrate the aftermath of the Battle of Guilford Court House, which involved civilian Quakers who helped both British and Patriot soldiers who were left wounded upon the battleground by their respective armies.”

Do you know what an atl-atl is? Do not miss Tim Whaley demonstrate this ancient – think cave men – instrument for throwing a spear or other projectile with extra force. It allows the hunter to kill prey from a safe distance away.

Whaley will also bring paw paw trees and will share information about their historic and ecological significance.

A favorite of many are the quilting groups on hand to exhibit their handiwork.

Members of the Guilford Militia will be here to demonstrate weaving, spinning and other 18th century crafts.

Louise Hobbs McCanless, a descendant of Richard and Mary Mendenhall, will be in costume inside the 200+-year-old Richard

Mendenhall House to share history about the family.

Ruby Sapp Leach will have a display featuring local African-American history.

Keeping with the historical theme, the false-bottom wagon will be on display outside the barn. This wagon is only one of two still in existance used to transport slaves to freedom via the Underground Railroad. This is a unique opportunity to learn the story of the slaves’ escape to freedom.

Other exhibitors include an artist whose works were crafted from discarded silver plate stock. In addition, a local potter will display her wares.

“A newcomer to Village Fair this year will be sto-

ryteller Orville Hicks from Boone, who shares Jack Tales and other stories from his mountain heritage,” said Historic Jamestown Society President Julia Ebel. “His authenticity and commitment to keeping the stories of his people earned him the North Carolina Heritage Award, an annual award recognizing traditional North Carolina artists, given by the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency of North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.”

For the youngsters and young-at-heart, there will be a face painter.

And who does not love baby animals? Joel and Debbie Rosenquist, from Kernersville will bring their Olde English Babydoll Sheep.

The Glenwood Choppers, an old-time string band, will be performing from 11-1 p.m.

“Jamestown will be an active place that day with multiple events,” Ebel said.

“We hope visitors will make the rounds to enjoy what each event has to offer. In particular, we hope Village Fair will not only entertain but also spark interest and awareness of our area’s rich history and far-reaching influence.

“Village Fair is more than a day of entertainment,” she continued. “It is an opportunity to share glimpses of our local history, early skills and crafts. In turn, we hope the experience nudges visitors to ponder their own experience and heritage –and to wonder about their own ancestors’ lives.”

Most buildings on the grounds will be open for viewing village life in the 19th century, including Dr. Madison Lindsay’s medical school and office, one of the state’s first medical schools. There is a rumor that Dr. Lindsay or Dr. Shubal Coffin might be on duty during the Fair.

Admission is free to Village Fair but donations are accepted. Snow cones,

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drinks and other treats will be available for purchase. In addition to the food, there will also be a charge for any products purchased from vendors.

Convenient parking will be at City Lake Park across the street, with limited handicap parking at the Homeplace. Use the crosswalk at West Main Street to go between the events.

“Historic Jamestown Society is committed to sharing the rich history and heritage of our community,” Ebel added. “The community’s support will enable us to further our preservation efforts and programming.”

“We look at this as our major annual fundraiser for the Historic Jamestown Society,” Rogers said, mentioning several current needs.

“This is a community fair that is a way for us to give back and a way to acknowledge and support these people who are continuing heritage-based crafts,” said Rogers.

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ored to serve the citizens on the Town Council as we navigate significant growth and opportunity.

Capes: I started in public service with one goal in mind, and that was to give back to the community I live in. My objectives have not changed. I believe in Jamestown and its residents. So, I want to serve as long as they want me to serve.

Are you able and willing to put in all the extra time, other than monthly Council meetings, for this volunteer position?

glanville: Of course! As part of the Planning Board, I know the time required outside of meetings. I realize Town Council is more time intensive, but I’m up for it. I am extremely fortunate to have a supportive family where everyone’s goals and interests are honored. I have served as a volunteer on several committees and in my children’s schools. I loved my years spent as a volunteer coach in the Ragsdale YMCA sports program.

Capes: Short answer is “Yes.” Anyone that thinks this is a once-a-month job will be in for a surprise. Not including the 2-3 hours a month in an actual council meeting, between briefings, meeting with constituents by phone or in person, and ad-hoc meetings of varying degrees it is fair to say that 15-20 hours a month is not unusual for this position.

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

glanville: Substantial growth is on the horizon. How to manage it responsibly is of primary importance. Jamestown has an incredible opportunity to welcome people to our wonderful town, but we cannot be blind to the challenges that will inevitably arise.

I’m particularly concerned about putting further stress on our already overcrowded schools. When the Planning Board considered the rezoning of the Johnson Farm and the initial proposal from Diamondback, I realized there was little to no collaboration between the developers, the Town, and the county school system. I invited school board members and county school staff to our meetings so we could collaborate on common goals. I’m also concerned about the increased traffic this development will bring Guilford Road. We must also be mindful of the environmental impact of development. Nature and our natural resources are vital to who we are as a town and need to be strategically protected as we grow.

Capes: Overcoming misinformation that misrepresents our town and the people in it. If you want to know what is happening in Jamestown, call 336-454-1138.

Ask for the town manager or assistant town manager. Attend council meetings or watch them on Jamestown’s YouTube page. The town’s Facebook and Instagram pages are regularly updated and you can ask questions or make comments there as well. Call a Council member if you have a question or concern. Our cell numbers are listed on the Town of Jamestown’s website. If you go to a homemade website or social media page, you will get homemade answers.

Be critical and pay attention to what you are reading. Ask yourself, “Why is this being said and more importantly what is to be gained by the person who is saying it?” Distrusting government is

human, but we are Jamestown, N.C., not Washington, D.C.

Is there unfinished Town business you want to see finalized soon?

glanville: the Town Council and staff have been responsible in prioritizing projects based on funding and community need; however, this can come at a cost to smaller projects. As we grow it’s important current residents don’t see their needs pushed aside for big development projects. When funding is available, I’d love to see the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan implemented. We have an avid walking, running and cycling community in Jamestown and there are main thoroughfares that are unsafe for these uses due to lack of sidewalks, obstructed sidewalks, poor lighting, lack of bike lanes and uneven road/sidewalk terrain. We should prioritize making travel and recreation safe and accessible.

Capes: I would love to see movement on the Oakdale Cotton Mill property in the hopes of preserving some of the rich history that it holds. That said, there is nothing in play at this time. The owners do not seem to be interested in doing anything as they live out of state.

Please comment on the fiscal status of the town.

glanville: I have no reason to believe that the fiscal status of the town is anything but strong. I think the Town Council has been responsible stewards of town funds. Obviously as the cost of goods and services grows, difficult fiscal decisions must be made. I think the Town Council has been thoughtful and deliberate in those difficult decisions, and should I be elected, I would do the same.

Capes: The short answer at this point is that it’s improving. It has been a challenging year for Jamestown. We have been on the receiving end of cost increases across the board as a downstream effect of the economy. The Town has absorbed some of this while some of it has also been passed through in the form of tax increases that were necessary to help support the town’s general fund. I realize that taxes across our town and at state and federal levels have been painful. I feel it too. But it was a practical impossibility to simply stop all projects arbitrarily. If we had, the costs would be even higher in the long run to the Town and its residents. I have learned over the past three terms just how slow any governmental process is to complete. A good example is our new maintenance building on East Fork Road. That project should have been completed years ago. The existing building was far beyond its capacity and based on its condition needed to be repurposed. But nothing happened for years. The cost difference was roughly 30 percent higher as a result. Possibly more.

Now that it has been open for several months, how has the Jamestown bypass impacted the Town in terms of traffic, businesses and potential growth.

glanville: Traffic on Main Street seems to have lessened since the opening of the bypass. Fewer cars lead to safer, more walkable streets, but I worry about businesses that are now less visible as fewer vehicles pass them daily. I would like

to hear from them about the effect the bypass has had. While traffic overall has decreased, some areas have experienced an increase, particularly along roads that connect to the bypass like Dillon Road and Scientific Street. That’s a potential problem the Town may need to study. I hope the bypass will help mitigate traffic problems on surface streets as we grow double in size.

Capes: Traffic is slowly decreasing on Main Street. If all goes well, the speed limit will follow suit in the future. From a business and growth standpoint there have been no negative impacts and I believe it will take more time to see how that plays out. After all, it took roughly 20 years from planning to completion of the bypass. In my opinion though, it will prove to have a positive impact overall.

What is your overall view of business in Jamestown?

glanville: When we moved here in 2008, there were very few businesses downtown. Now we see businesses thriving in downtown and beyond. This has made Jamestown one of the most desirable areas in the Triad. I would like to see our businesses west of downtown have the same success and recognition and would like to explore how the Town can support that. As other areas of Jamestown see more commercial development, I think it’s important that we attract businesses that are seen as a destination to surrounding communities and complement rather than compete with our current businesses.

Capes: Positive. Businesses continue to grow and develop. We have a destination location on many fronts now. More importantly, we have people making inquiries about opening additional businesses in Jamestown.

What new development/ businesses would you like to see along the bypass?

glanville I would prefer there be no development along the bypass. I would hate to see it become a Wendover Avenue with all the congestion that comes with it. It is intended to be a bypass and lining it with businesses will subvert the intended purpose of easing traffic flow. Additionally, I don’t view the bypass as an opportunity to divert people from our already vibrant business core to create a new business core. Instead, I see it as a way for people from surrounding communities to easily access our beautiful town.

Capes: It depends. As the area around Grandover continues to grow there will potentially be additional bypass usage. That’s what will dictate the development. I don’t have any specific wants personally other than that it makes sense and that it is beneficial to the town and its residents.

Do you have any ideas how to address signage that gets the business noticed, like perhaps allow a small sign on W. Main Street for Southern Junk which is down on Wade.

glanville: I believe signage is a primary element in setting the tone for a town. Signage that makes us look like we’re part of Battleground Avenue is not appealing, and I don’t believe it will enhance our local economy. I do understand, however, that businesses that are off the beaten path may need some flexibility to adequately market

themselves. I think a signage policy needs to be flexible and responsive to individual needs while also promoting small-town charm. I think our current policy does that fairly well, but it can always be revisited if necessary.

Capes: I remain a tremendous advocate for our local businesses. But I don’t think it is for me to say what the businesses should do regarding signage. Each situation and location is somewhat unique so it’s really incumbent of the business owners to decide that. But if they do decide and want help, I encourage them to reach out to myself, my peers on the Council or to Town Hall. We are always willing to do what we can.

With new business comes the need for more parking. What is the best way to show parking options to visitors?

glanville: I have not heard complaints about signage pointing people to the various parking options; however, if this is a concern, I think there are simple signage solutions. New developments are required to have adequate parking per regulations. As new commercial development emerges, I’m more concerned about Jamestown becoming a sea of parking lots, detracting from our character and beauty.

Capes: As a landlocked three-square mile area, parking will remain an opportunity for us. The Town has continued to add signage showing where people can park. Also, a reminder to all, Town Hall and the surrounding area is comfortably within walking distance of our businesses and there is parking available there.

What benefit to the Town do you see coming from the development on the town’s outskirts but in the ETJ, specifically the Johnson Farm/D.R Horton property?

glanville: Home prices have become excessive in Jamestown. Hopefully the addition of new homes will allow first-time homebuyers, young families, and the aging population to afford homes in our wonderful community. Certainly, population growth can be beneficial to our business community and the increased tax base will hopefully create funding to achieve some of the Capital Improvement Program goals.

Capes: That property development is going to take years to come to fruition, so, it won’t be the flip of a switch. But in time that development will result in improvements to the local schools due to population increases (Note: The population growth must be there first for that to develop. Contact the Guilford County School Board for more information 336-641-2700).

The town’s infrastructure will see increased usage that will drive improvements to it. Moreover, the increased tax base from the population increase will drive how the Town pays for the infrastructure improvements. Businesses will benefit from the increase in residents and while the value of our local housing continues to grow already this too will benefit.

Is there any area of Jamestown you would like to see developed and what would you like to go there?

glanville: Rather than looking for new areas to develop, I’d like to see our current development contin-

ue to thrive. We have vacant buildings and established neighborhoods that I would prefer to see revived before we consider creating something new. Commercially

I’d love to see a brunch spot added to our community. I think a homemade ice cream shop would be a fun addition. For residential development, I think Oakdale Village needs an ambitious and creative developer to take an interest. Several years ago, students from N.C. A&T presented a class project to revive Oakdale Village. It blended desirable commercial with hiking and paddle trails and residential units. It showed imagination and vision. Imagination is something we could especially use when implementing growth. More of the same cookie-cutter styles, corporate commercial enterprises and large seas of parking lots are not what makes Jamestown a destination.

Capes: I realize I sound like a broken record, but I would like to see an investment made into the Oakdale Cotton Mill. It has a rich history that’s worth retelling. It is beautiful back there and the sheer potential is just incredible. It is heartbreaking to me to see it just sit there when it could be a miniature Revolution Mill or developed out like Winston-Salem and Greensboro have done with their legacy structures.

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

glanville: I am not a traffic expert, so my ability to speak on this topic is limited. I do think, however, if we start to clutter our major arteries, such as the new bypass, with commercial and large residential developments it will not improve traffic. Traffic studies are a common tool in planning for road infrastructure. Sometimes studies are conducted when traffic volume is not at its peak, for example studies of school roads conducted during the summer. Traffic studies should always include data collected during times with the heaviest traffic. If we could make our town more walkable and bikeable and encourage a culture of walking and biking, we may see fewer cars on the road while simultaneously promoting physical activity and neighborly interactions.

Capes: Lowered speed limit on Main Street would be a good beginning.

Should anything be done to have owners clean up “abandoned property” in the downtown area?

glanville: Of course we must stay within the confines of what law permits in regards to enforcement, but I think we should exercise all our rights within those confines. Property owners should not be allowed to relinquish responsibility for maintaining their property, whether that property is downtown or in another area.

Capes : Instinctively speaking? Absolutely. But it’s a process because by law it is still private property. So that means the Town can take steps to remedy the situation, and they do. But it is a slow process to send warnings and take actions against a property owner because legally they are given time and more than a single warning to correct the issue themselves. Unfortunately, an owner could decide to drag things out for as long as possible

and even go to court, which will take even more time for a resolution. It’s just not as simple as the Town going to an owner and just demanding that they clean up their property or punitive steps will be taken for the problem to be wrapped up in 30 days. People sometimes forget that if it was their property, they would not want local government to have that kind of power.

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

glanville: I trust that the “must do” items in the Capital Improvement Program have been prioritized following a robust vetting process. Some of the projects, such as sewer system improvements, may not be very exciting or outwardly add to the appeal of our Town, but without them, we could be in a real mess, both literally and figuratively.

Capes: We need to continue to focus on intelligent spending. That is the top priority.

Is anything in the “should do” or “could do” section that you would like to see moved up and prioritized in the CIP?

glanville: I don’t necessarily see anything that should be moved up; however, I wouldn’t mind seeing some projects added. I would like to see an extension of the sidewalk down East Main Street past the Christine Joyner Greene Education Center and Millis Road Elementary. Currently there are no continuous sidewalks connecting those schools and GTCC to residential areas, making walking to school unsafe.

Mountain biking trails could be an appealing amenity and I don’t know if that’s something that’s ever been considered. The addition of electric car charging stations to our public parking lots would be exciting.

Capes: Not currently.

Please list any other issues or plans you would like to see addressed by the town.

glanville: Jamestown has superior services. We are second to none when it comes to snow removal and leaf pickup, for example. As we grow, no one wants to see a reduction or deterioration in those services. If I’m elected to the Town Council, that would be in the forefront of my mind in the decision-making process. I would like to see the inroads that have been made with other entities, such as the Guilford County Schools, strengthened. It’s not enough to just pass the buck because something, such as overcrowded schools, doesn’t fall under our jurisdiction when it so greatly affects our town.

Capes: I think the town has enough on its plate, so I won’t add to it.

Last week: Candidates Andrew Kinzie and Pamaila Burgess. Duane Willis has dropped out of the race. Larry Lain has not responded to the questions to date. All responses are running in the order they were received. Early voting for the primary election will be Sept. 21 (closed Sept. 23 and 24) to Oct. 7, with election held Oct. 10. For locations, visit the Guilford County Board of Elections at https://www.guilfordcountync.gov/our-county/ board-of-elections.

awarded an Office Depot gift card. Items purchased during the shopping spree included everything from decorations for classrooms to printer inks, keyboards and more.

“It was a blessing for me and the other employees to see the smiles on the teachers’ faces,” Schell said. “It was very rewarding.”

A similar shopping event will be held each quarter during the school year.

Although donations for Start Proud were collected from the community, the Office Depot corporate office is sponsoring a similar but separate program called Give Back to the School. Shoppers may say they represent Jamestown Elementary School and at the end of the quarter, 5 percent of sales will be given to the school in the form of a merchandise card.

“By the end of the school year we are going to become good friends with Jamestown Elementary,” Schell said. Each Office Deport is sponsoring a different local school.

haynes-inman staff receive treat bags

Encouragement comes in many forms and for the staff at HaynesInman Education Center it was by brightly colored gift bags filled with treats. In addition to a variety of sweets, the bags held tissues, toothbrushes and a Chick-fil-A gift card. The Circle of Hope at Jamestown United Methodist Church, led by Kay Underhill and Katie Dale, provided the special Backto-School bags to welcome the staff as they started a new year.

“It was the first year our circle has done this type of project,” said former H-I music teacher Catherine Pressley.

Pressley taught at H-I from its start in 2010 until she retired in 2015.

“Haynes-Inman was my happy place,” she said. “It was a wonderful place to end my music career. I have stayed connected with the school.

“When my husband retired, we moved to Jamestown and joined Jamestown United Methodist Church.

I joined Circle of Hope in 2022.”

Joanna Sherron, the school counselor at H-I, mentioned to Pressley that she would love to have the church

the Circle of Hope at Jamestown united methodist Church presented Back-to-School gift bags to the staff at Haynes-inman education Center. Shown with the colorful bags, left to right, are donna mcdaniel; kevin Carr, principal; Joanna Sherron, school counselor; Judy Cornelison; Catherine pressley; and Haileigh Autry, social worker.

know more about the school. Sherron had the opportunity to speak to the circle and several members later toured the facility.

“My vision was to support the staff as well as the students,” Pressley said.

“A lot of the circle members are retired teachers and can see the challenges.”

In addition to the treat bags for staff, circle members collected wipes for the students. Medicaid does not provide these items.

“We plan to do more projects in the future,” Pressley said. “I hope it brings a lot of cheer and encouragement throughout the year. It makes my heart happy that people in my church are learning what a fabulous place Haynes-Inman is.”

Superintendent visits local schools

Guilford County Schools Superintendent Whitney Oakley spent the first day of school on Aug. 28 visiting schools throughout the county.

“It is a great start to the school year,” Oakley said while visiting HaynesInman Education Center in Jamestown.

“I can feel the excitement of the teachers and students.”

“We appreciate the interest the superintendent showed in our school by coming here,” said Joanna Sherron, H-I school counselor.

Oakley went to schools represent-

ing all levels of education. In addition to Haynes-Inman, other local schools included Millis Road Elementary and Jamestown Middle. One of her goals is to make sure parents and students feel supported. She wants parents to be partners in their children’s education. Oakley is beginning her second year as GCS superintendent.

at it. I stayed there five or six years.”

She became a sworn officer in 2008 and promoted to captain in 2021.

Howell has worked many positions in the Sheriff’s Office, coming to Jamestown from District 1, but she has never worked in District 3, although her favorite place to eat is Southern Roots.

“I’m excited to be here for the community,” she said. “I love the atmosphere.”

She worked for a while as an SRO (School Resource Officer) because she liked children and was in the Juvenile Detective division for several years.

“Working in the school had its challenges but I enjoyed it,” she said.

As a captain, Howell oversees criminal investigations, the patrol division of four squads, works with trainees and manages personnel issues and budget.

One of her first duties in Jamestown was speaking with Town Council candidates at the Aug. 4 Candidates Forum.

District 3 recently was involved with the homicide in Adams Farm where a man ran over a woman, killing her.

ple what I have, giving them my knowledge. My lieutenant has a wealth of knowledge. Building these young guys and girls up to be the ones to run the district when we leave,” she said. “Feeding into them what was given to us as rookie deputies.

“I can’t imagine being a patrol deputy at 21 and having no life experience.”

Howell remembered a dangerous situation she had been in when she was in Special Operations. Deputies walked up to a house to issue a search warrant. Once they got inside the house, the owner started shooting.

“My body wasn’t moving as fast as my brain was!” she said. “But, you know, I think the Lord just protects us.”

One deputy was injured.

Howell has been married for 25 years and has a 24-year-old daughter and a 19-year-old son along with two grandchildren. Though retired, her husband is still involved with the military, serving in active duty reserve and working with ROTC.

on the first day of school, Guilford County Schools Superintendent whitney oakley visited several classrooms at Haynes- i nman education Center in Jamestown where she enjoyed interacting with staff and students.

“The District just handled the initial crime scene response, helping Major Crimes. We don’t get too involved in that part,” she said. “[Major Crimes] handled the investigation. I can almost guarantee they worked non-stop [to solve the crime].” (See below.)

Howell has several goals, one of which is to increase the knowledge of the many rookies in the Sheriff’s Office.

“My goal is giving peo-

Note: Maliq Anthony Marshall-Hardy, 28, of Statesville, was charged with first-degree murder in the death of 70-year-old Gwendolyn Davis Flood of Adams Farm on Aug. 24. He also was charged with attempted first-degree murder in the attack on her 28-year-old niece, Jessica Faith Perry, who was hospitalized for her injuries. Marshall-Hardy is being held without bond and faces multiple other charges, including assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill.

Photo by Norma B. Dennis

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GUILFORD IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 23 SP 523

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Alfreda V. Roberts aka Alfreda Roberts (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Alfreda V. Roberts, Heirs of Alfreda V. Roberts a/k/a Alfreda Roberts: Alisa Tess Roberts, Ronnie V. Joyner a/k/a Ronnie Victor Joyner, Patrick J. Roberts a/k/a Patrick James Roberts, Andrew C. Roberts a/k/a Andrew Caesar Roberts, Andre M. Roberts a/k/a Andre Michael Roberts) to Heather Lovier, Trustee(s), dated April 1, 2022, and recorded in Book No. R 8600, at Page 850 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 September 20, 2023 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:

Tax Id Number(s): 41804

Land situated in the City of Greensboro in the County of Guilford in the State of NC

Land situated in the Township of Morehead in the County of Guilford in the State of NC

Being all of Lot 4, Section 2, Hamilton Lakes Subdivision, as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 46, Page 2, Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4525 Tower Road, Greensboro, North Carolina.

Commonly known as 4525 Tower Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410-5916

The property address and Tax Parcel

Identification Number listed are provided solely for informational purposes.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition are expressly disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property

An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default

at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068

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Firm Case No: 13075 - 57274

September 6, 13, 2023

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GUILFORD IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 19 SP 1712

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Susan Morris (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): , Heirs of Susan B. Morris a/k/a Susan Morris: Jennifer Ingold, Whitney Scarlett) to Jaime Kosofsky, Trustee(s), dated July 18, 2016, and recorded in Book No. R 7835, at Page 3069 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 September 20, 2023 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:

Tax Id Number(s): 0121756Land situated in the Township of Clay in the County of Guilford in the State of NC.Being all of Lot 20 and 21, Block C, Section 1, Southeast Plaza, as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 32, Page 42, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4516 Schoolway Drive, Greensboro, North Carolina. The property address and tax parcel identification number listed as provided solely for informational purposes. Commonly known as: 4516 Schoolway Dr, Greensboro, NC 27406

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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c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311

Phone No: (910) 864-3068

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September 6, 13, 2023

P.O. Box 1028

4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311

Phone No: (910) 864-3068

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Firm Case No: 12223 - 52960

September 6, 13, 2023

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GUILFORD IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

23 SP 905

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Mary F. Wilmoth (PRESENT RECORD

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Darrell Lindsay (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): OrangeMeal, LLC) to Christopher Justice, Trustee(s), dated November 5, 2021, and recorded in Book No. R 8537, at Page 978 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 September 20, 2023 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:

Being all of Lot 26, Block G, Section 2, Hillside Park subdivision as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 23, Page 67 in the office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2303 Westhaven Drive, Greensboro, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §45-21.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition are expressly disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property

An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

c/o Hutchens Law Firm

OWNER(S): Mary F. Wilmoth) to Angela M. Burton, Trustee(s), dated April 28, 2017, and recorded in Book No. R 7928, at Page 1631 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 September 20, 2023 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:

BEING ALL of Lot 27, Section 1 of the Coldspring Subdivision as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 43 at Page 17 in the Office of the register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3512 Regents Park Lane, Greensboro, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §45-21.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition are expressly disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property

An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

c/o Hutchens Law Firm

P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street

Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311

Phone No: (910) 864-3068

https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com

Firm Case No: 14747 - 65476 September 6, 13, 2023

Salome’s Stars

weeK of SePt. 11, 2023

arieS (March 21 to April 19) A little “wool gathering” for the usually productive Lamb is all right if it helps you unwind. But be careful, as too much daydreaming can put you behind schedule in your work.

tauruS (April 20 to May 20) A work problem is close to being resolved. Now you can go ahead and celebrate the week, accepting invitations from friends who enjoy your company.

gemini (May 21 to June 20) Getting your new plan accepted won’t be a major hassle if you have the facts to back it up. Your supporters are also prepared to help you make your case. Good luck.

CanCer (June 21 to July 22) Dealing with a pesky job problem might be time-consuming, but necessary. The sooner you get this situation settled, the sooner you can move on to other matters.

leo (July 23 to August 22) Career advancement is favored,

By demi tAVeRAS

The Little Mermaid (Pg) — The live-action adaptation of Disney’s 1989 animated classic hits streaming on Sept. 6 after racking up $568 million in the box office. In her first lead role in film after having a promising start in music, Halle Bailey (“Grown-ish”) puts a refreshing spin on the daydreaming red-haired mermaid, with vocals that simply couldn’t be paired better for a live-action version of Ariel. Melissa McCarthy (Bridesmaids) takes on the treacherous (and fabulous) villain, Ursula, while Prince Eric is played by Cambridge alumni Jonah Hauer-King. While some of the visual

thanks to your impressive work record. On a more personal side, you should soon hear some good news about an ailing family member.

Virgo (August 23 to September 22) There might be mixed signals from a certain someone who doesn’t seem all that certain about his or her intentions. Best to sort it all out now before it becomes more confusing.

libra (September 23 to October 22) Get all the facts about that investment “opportunity” before you put as little as $1 into it. Hidden problems might arise that could prove to be costly.

SCorPio (October 23 to November 21) Compromising on a matter you feel strongly about not only ends the impasse, but can be a win-win deal for all. Remember, Scorpios do well with change.

SagittariuS (November 22 to December 21) With all the demands you currently have to deal with, accepting the help of family and friends could be

effects of the film did leave something to be desired, the final moments between Ariel and Ursula make for a beautiful bone-chilling climax. (Disney+)

Love Again (Pg-13) — If you’re looking for a conventional rom-com to pour your heart into, look no further than Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ new film, out now. Chopra Jonas, who you might’ve seen in any of her numerous Bollywood films or thriller series like Citadel and Quantico, plays Mira, a children’s book author still mourning the loss of her fiance. One of the only things that gives her solace is texting his old phone number, but she doesn’t realize

the wisest course to take at this time.

CaPriCorn (December 22 to January 19) Recent upsetting incidents might have left you with a big gap in your selfassurance. Refill it by spending time with those who know how worthy you really are.

aQuariuS (January 20 to February 18) A dispute about money needs to be resolved quickly before it festers into something more serious. Consider asking an impartial colleague to mediate the matter.

PiSCeS (February 19 to March 20) A soft approach could be more effective than making a loud demand for the information you need. You might even find yourself with more data than you expected.

born thiS weeK: You’re sought out for the wonderful advice you’re able to offer others. Sometimes you even take it yourself.

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that a stranger, named Rob, now has her ex’s old number. Rob lets these messages pile up, until he’s overcome with such curiosity about the messages that he has to put a face to the name. When Mira and Rob finally do meet, sparks fly between them both, leaving Rob to figure out how to tell Mira that he’s always been on the other line of those messages. (Netflix)

Strange But True

By luCie winBoRne

• In 2014, there was a school in Turin, Italy, that had just one teacher and one student. Though the latter admitted to being lonely, officials decided to keep the school open as long as at least one pupil was enrolled.

• Altocalciphilia is the medical term for a shoe addiction.

• Embryonic bats go through a stage called “peek-a-boo,” when their wings grow to cover their eyes.

• Muhammad Ali’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is the only star that is not on the sidewalk, but on the wall of the Kodak Theatre, to honor the boxing champ’s request that he “did not want to be walked on.”

• Pennies are used to adjust the time in London’s famous Big Ben clock tower. A single cent can change the pendulum’s center of mass and alter the time by 0.4 seconds per day.

• Michael Bay filmed Megan Fox washing his Ferrari as her audition for Transformers

• Halley’s Comet has two correct pronunciations. It can rhyme with “daily” or “valley” since its discoverer, Edmond Halley, spelled his name six different ways during his lifetime.

• The 2003 invasion of Iraq was originally dubbed “Operation Iraqi Liberation” but quickly changed due to the fact its acronym spelled out “oil.”

• After learning that her husband had been killed in World War II, Mariya Oktyabrskaya sold everything she owned to donate a tank to the Soviet Red Army, with the condition that she be allowed to drive it. When the tank was hit by gunfire, she would not only risk her own life to jump out and repair it, but ended up becoming the first female tanker to receive the Hero of the Soviet Union award.

Thought for the Day: “Too many people overvalue what they are not and undervalue what they are.” — Malcolm Forbes

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Sitting in bars with Cake (Pg-13) — From Trish Sie, the director of Pitch Perfect 3, this film follows two 20-somethings: a shy baker named Jane and her longtime best friend, Corinne. When Jane brings one of her cakes to the bar where Corinne’s celebrating her birthday, Jane suddenly becomes the center of attention, and the

girls realize that cake is just the icebreaker Jane always needed to find her romantic match. So, they plan to proceed with their “cake barring” once a week for a year, until Corinne receives a diagnosis that throws a wrench in their plans and their friendship. Yara Shahidi (Black-ish) and Odessa A’zion (Fam) lead this touching film about friendship and love, out on Sept. 8. (Amazon Prime Video)

The Changeling (tVma) — LaKeith Stanfield (Judas and the Black Messiah) and Clark Backo (Letterkenny) star in the lead roles for this new horror fantasy series based on the novel by Victor LaValle.

Apollo (Stanfield) is settling into his new life as a father to his first child and as a husband to his wife, Emma (Backo). Emma, however, suffers from symptoms of post-partum depression, and with her symptoms going untreated, she commits a horrific act, then disappears into thin air. Now at a loss on what to do next, Apollo has no choice but to search for her in a New York City he didn’t know existed. The first three episodes of the series AppleTV+ described as “a fairytale for grownups” premiere Sept. 8. (AppleTV+)

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Photo courtesy of Amazon Prime Video yara Shahidi, left, and odessa A'zion star in Sitting in Bars with Cake.

LIFeSTYLeS

Whisk Up Wonders:

Julia Child famously said, “With enough butter, anything is good,” and she was absolutely right. But now let’s take that plain ol’ butter and jazz it up. Brace yourself, because we’re about to dive into the realm of compound butter.

Compound butter: think butter, but with panache. It’s the perfect inexpensive, fancy-pants upgrade to nearly any meal. It’s softened butter mixed with your favorite sweet or savory flavors, then chilled in the fridge until showtime.

Just picture it: a dollop of this buttery brilliance on sizzling hot dishes, melting into a luscious, flavorpacked buttery sauce. It’s fantastic on grilled meats, poultry, shrimp and other seafood, steamed vegetables, freshly baked bread, pasta and rice, potatoes, and even pancakes and waffles. You can also use it to add richness to mashed potatoes or as a finishing touch to sauces and soups. The possibilities are endless!

maSter reCiPe

ComPound butter

yield: approximately 3/4 cup

Servings: 12 tablespoons total time: 10 minutes

1/2 cup (one stick) softened butter up to 1/2 cup additional

ingredients as per recipes below*

Place the room temperature butter in the bowl of a small food processor or a small mixing bowl. Add your prepared ingredients and process or mix using a fork until well incorporated. Next you roll the now amazing butter into a log.

Spoon your blob (that’s the technical term, I’m quite sure) of supercharged butter in the middle of a sheet of wax paper. Fold the paper over the blob. Use the edge of something flat (like the side of a small cutting board or a pastry scraper) to press the butter into the folded edge of the paper, forming a cylinder or log shape. Twist the ends of the paper like a piece of wrapped candy.

Place your divine creation in the fridge until solid. Store refrigerated for up to a month or frozen for three months.

To serve, slice into rounds and place atop something deserving of such magnificence. Am I being overdramatic? You won’t think so when you try my recipes and pairing suggestions below.

blue CheeSe and garliC bliSS — 1/2 cup butter, 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles, 1 tablespoon minced purple onion, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Grilled steak or baked potatoes will never be the same again.

aVoCado lime

— 1/2 cup butter, 1/4 cup mashed avocado, 1 teaspoon cumin, the zest and juice from one small lime. It’s the perfect partner for salmon, shrimp, fish tacos, chicken and even corn on the cob.

Taco ‘bout a transformation!

mediterranean

magiC — 1/2 cup butter,

Spinal Cord Injury misdiagnosed as blood Pressure Stroke

By keitH RoACH, m.d. tO YOUr gOOD HealtH

dear dr. roaCh: Have you ever heard of a “low blood pressure stroke”? That was my husband’s (incorrect) diagnosis several years back when he suddenly could not move his arms and legs. He was told that not enough oxygen was getting to his spine. (His blood pressure is historically low, usually around 90/60.)

That lasted about seven months, and he was bedridden the entire time. He then went to a neurosurgeon and was (correctly) diagnosed with a spinal cord injury. He had C1-C2 surgery and had use of his limbs the next day. After months of physical therapy, he regained a lot of function.

We’ve never heard of that diagnosis before or after his experience. Does it really exist? — E.S.K.

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dear e.S.K.: The brain has tremendous ability to regulate its own blood flow under a very wide range of blood pressures, but there are some limits.

When a person is used to very high blood pressure levels, such as 200/110 for months or years, a sudden drop to 90/60 (or even 120/80 sometimes) can cause a stroke. That’s the main reason we don’t lower blood pressure too quickly in people who have had very high blood pressure levels for a long time. It takes weeks or months for the brain to recover its ability to regulate blood flow.

In a person who has a heart attack, prolonged low blood pressure (or no blood pressure) will also cause brain damage. That’s why starting CPR as quickly as possible is so critical in order to preserve brain function.

In both of these cases, not enough blood is getting to the central nervous system (the brain, the spinal cord and the retinas), which can lead to cell death — the hallmark of a stroke. But these are extreme cases. A healthy person whose normal blood pressure is around 90/60 is at risk for fainting when suddenly standing; however, they are at a lower-than-average risk for heart disease and stroke. The diagnosis of “a low blood pressure stroke” for your husband doesn’t make any sense at all to me, and advanced imaging of the brain should have made it abundantly clear that it was not the right diagnosis.

I’m shocked that he wasn’t treated correctly for that long. But I’m very happy to hear that his neurosurgeon did not assume the diagnosis of a stroke, instead making the correct diagnosis and performing the procedure to help him recover. Your husband is fortunate that he still had neurological function to recover after such a long time, since spinal cord injuries generally heal better when treated promptly.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@ med.cornell.edu. ©2023 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights