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Sports ence cross country meet. See page 1-B. ThePublished News since 1890 every Monday and Thursday Reporterfor the County of Columbus and her people. Monday, September 21, 2015 Columbus Volume 125, Number 24 Whiteville, North Carolina among top 75 Cents counties to Inside benefit from 4-A •Corn hole tourna- new tax ment winners in Lake $2.2 million coming fundraiser listed. to Columbus County

By ALLEN TURNER Staff Writer

Only seven other counties will receive more funds than Columbus County under a new tax plan that is part of the state budget signed into law by Gov. McCrory Friday.

Staff photos by FULLER ROYAL A new sales tax to be levied on services, such as but not limited to automobile repairs, Tee time is expected to generate $84.8 million in new John Catoe, left, waits for this revenue statewide. Columbus County will four-legged resident of a Land- receive 2.63 percent of that, or more than $2.2 million in new revenue. Today’s o-Lakes pond to scoot by before The funds must be spent on public schools, American Profile delivering his first tee shot dur- community colleges and/or economic develop- ing the Columbus County Indus- ment. features “Superfan trial Golf Tournament on Friday. 79 counties Family Fun! Find Above, Rick Edwards tees off, The new law calls for the $84.8 million to looking forward to a good day. be disbursed to 79 of the state’s 100 counties. out how five fanati- The weather more than cooperat- It was given final approval by the House of cal football families ed as 30 two-member teams took Representatives early Friday morning. Gov. to the course. Pat McCrory signed it into law later that day. show their spirit.” How the percentages were arrived at to determine each county’s share of the new sales taxes is somewhat of a mystery. Only DIDYOB? two Tier 1, or most economically distressed Did you observe ... counties, -- Columbus and neighboring Robe- son -- were in the top 10 counties in terms of The surprising percent- the amount of money received in the new age of youngsters from Flemington Academy breaks neighboring counties See New tax, page 2-A attending the Museum of Natural Sciences at- ground on new middle school tending the Teen Science By NICOLE CARTRETTE Cafe Friday night at The News Editor College to News Reporter? ... Meta Flemington Academy, a public Mercer directing the Fifth charter school on the campus modernize Grade Choir from Wil- of the Boys and Girls Homes of liams Township School in North Carolina at Lake Wacca- energetic song Friday for maw, is growing. industrial the POW/MIA service at Thursday officials broke ground on the new Anthony J. programs the courthouse? ... Jimmy Brill Middle School. The 6,200 Price’s group of sixth, square-foot facility will house nMasonry, plumping, carpentry to seventh and eighth grad- seven classrooms and comes with become continuing education courses ers from Williams Town- a price tag of roughly $500,000. It ship presenting special is expected to open in January By SHALON SMITH 2016. Special to The News Reporter music for the event at “This is a special occasion and the courthouse? ... Young we are proud that we are able to do Southeastern Community College will Kayla Greene singing The this at this time and I know that offer an advanced manufacturing program National Anthem despite (Dr.) Tom Simmons (principal) is Officials break ground Thursday on the new Anthony J. Brill Middle in an attempt to lure new manufacturers to the noise of traffic circling very proud,” said Sara Thompson, School at Flemington Academy on the campus of the Boys and Girls the county, local business leaders learned at the courthouse Friday chairwoman for the Boys and Homes of N.C. at Lake Waccamaw. Shoveling the first earth at the a manufacturers skills summit held at the Girls Homes. site were Larry Hewitt, Flemington Academy board member; Harry college Thursday. evening? ... “This building is being made Foley, town manager; Dr. Tom Simmons, principal; Gary Faircloth, Though local companies haven’t yet possible through the heartwarm- president; Sara Thompson, chairwoman of the board of trustees, asked for them, college leaders say they are ing generosity of many friends and Tracy Coston, assistant principal. proactively updating programs to be in line County Deaths and supporters,” said Gary Fair- with new industry demands and other state cloth, president of the Boys and Whiteville Girls Homes. “I would like to See College, page 9-A Ralph S. Gore especially thank Mr. Anthony J. Melanie Dale Faulk Brill, whose name is on the build- Tabor City ing, for his tremendous support Ila Pearl Strickland of our efforts to provide the best State’s poet Cerro Gordo education possible for ‘at promise’ young people.” laureate coming Jeffery Neal Knight The late Brill’s foundation has Nakina provided $240,000 in support to the Alesia Kaye S. Ward academy. this weekend “Mr. Brill is no longer with us North Carolina Poet but, his trust has given specifics Laureate Shelby Ste- Index about making these things hap- An artist’s rendering of the Anthony J. Brill Middle School phenson of Benson will pen educationally for children and be in Columbus County Editorials ...... 8-A through his estate a major gift was Despite challenges, officials say for two programs this Obituaries ...... 7-A given to make this school a reality wonderful flower for students and Flemington Academy is helping weekend. Sports ...... 1-B for our middle school students. Mr. teachers to move into. students get back on grade level, Stephenson, de- Crime ...... 4-A Brill recognized the need and the “This has been a dream for receive career technical train- scribed as the state’s value for providing young people about a year and all of a sudden Lifestyles ...... 5-A that year doesn’t seem so long ing, and overcome emotional and ambassador for poetry with the best opportunities and and literature even be- now,” said Simmons, a former psychological obstacles related to support for a quality education.” fore his appointment as resident of the Boys and Girls abuse, neglect, poverty and other “Confucius, a Chinese philoso- poet laureate, will kick Homes who says it is a pleasure issues. pher, once said without change a off the Reuben Brown Stephenson to be “back home.” “A lot of progress has been seed is just a seed in the ground House Preservation So- He praised his staff. made over the year and we think and will never become a flower,” ciety’s fall season. He will present a program “These are dedicated people it is going to continue,” Simmons Simmons said. “We are about to at the Columbus County Arts Center Sunday, who came out of retirement, took said. see change out here. We are about Sept. 27 at 4 p.m., followed by a picnic supper. pay cuts, love children and want to The Boys and Girls Homes ap- to move from a real crowded The public is invited. plied to the state in 2012 for per- situation to a brand new building help children to reach their fullest that is going to spring up and be a potential,” he said. See Middle school, page 9-A See Poet, page 9-A 2-A – The News Reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 Lake resident serves on state taskforce Courthouse could be Mental health, substance abuse ‘affects everyone,’ says task force member highlight of Monday By NICOLE CARTRETTE “All of our young people are justice, mental health facili- commissioners meeting News Editor not unfamiliar with drugs and ties – there is just a great need alcohol,” Passmore said. “They right now.” By ALLEN TURNER Design of Chapel Hill. David Passmore, vice presi- are exposed to it at a young age Passmore joined the staff Staff Writer The board also will hear dent of residential services at and it is a way of life for some at the Boys and Girls Homes in a presentation from Evans the Boys and Girls Homes of families of children we work 2010, bringing with him more Architect Paul Bonsall will Taylor of Duke Energy on a North Carolina at Lake Wac- with in need.” than 30 years of experience in be on hand at Monday’s meet- neighborhood energy saver camaw, has been named to the Passmore said prevention is the clinical and educational ing of the Columbus County program, consider a change governor’s task force on mental crucial. fields. The former CEO and Board of Commissioners to order for the new courthouse health and substance abuse. “What kind of services can executive director for several update the board on the sta- and set a public hearing on a “It is a real honor to be select- we start early on even to the nonprofit organizations, he is tus of the courthouse, and community transportation ed by the governor,” Passmore level of prevention?” Passmore a consultant to residential and Bonsall’s presentation could plan. said. The task force brings an said. “We need to be able to pro- educational facilities and also be the highlight of the meet- The board will consider “energy of hope” to the current vide a menu of services to help founded Bachman Academy, a ing, given problems with the an inter-local agreement between Columbus County mental health needs across the David Passmore earlier.” special needs school in McDon- new $11 million facility. state, he said. Counselors and mental ald, Tennessee. The new courthouse has and the Town of Tabor City There are 99,000 children the foster system often are faced health professionals “absorb Passmore holds a bachelor’s been plagued with design regarding the Brunswick who suffer from mental health with such issues. much trauma” themselves and degree in psychology and a and construction delays, Electric Building in Tabor illnesses across the state and “I want to advocate for our therapy, medication, parental master’s degree in community cost overruns, and HVAC City, including basic terms some 335,000 adults, Passmore young people aging out of foster guidance and structure are psychology, both from James problems leading to humid- of a lease agreement and said. Nationally, there are about care,” Passmore said. needed, he added. Madison University. ity issues. schedule a public hearing on four million who suffer from Passmore said Gov. Pat Mc- Prevention He and his wife Jeanne, a full- A lack of proper electronic an economic incentives grant mental illness. Crory’s position that mental “I want to get the message time mental health clinician, equipment to conduct video for International Paper. ‘Serious issue’ health services “should be equal out: let’s look at prevention; not reside at Lake Waccamaw. They conferences for initial court Algernon McKenzie, social “We know it’s a serious issue; from Murphy to Manteo” speaks everything as a crisis situation,” have three adult children who appearances by inmates via services director, will provide even for children and adoles- to him. he said. live out-of-state. closed-circuit television is a departmental update to the cences,” he said. Passmore said it is important He pointed out that it may The 24-member task force also an issue. board, as will tax administra- At a recent meeting of the to look at data and resources to take days to get individuals ad- comprises experts from the jus- The board meeting will tor Needham Hughes. task force, members separated offer a better quality mental mitted to a hospital for mental tice system and related private come after a scheduled 6:30 The board also will present into three groups to focus on health system and that deficits health issues in the state. sector professionals, the health- p.m. public hearing on clos- a proclamation of apprecia- children, youth and families, are very real. “We need to change that care provider community, coun- ing out a Community Devel- tion to the Columbus County adults and prescription drug ‘Traumatized’ system and come up with a bet- ty leadership, non-governmental opment Block Grant. Dixie Youth-Cerro Gordo and heroin abuse. “In working here at the Boys ter way,” he said. He added that entities and private sector em- In addition to hearing league for hosting the 2015 He will focus on children and and Girls Home (I see) many the commissioner on prisons ployers. The Executive, Legisla- Bonsall’s courthouse pre- N.C. Dixie Youth Baseball families. of our young people have been pointed out that a high percent- tive and Judicial branches of sentation and acting on the Majors Tournament. Passmore said he is hoping traumatized,” Passmore said. age of inmates in the state have government are represented catalyst grant, the board will Retirement plaques will to bring emphasis to the link Some have been placed in 15 to a mental health diagnosis. and will make recommendations hear a proposal to evaluate be presented to Carol Clark between foster care and sub- 18 different foster homes or care ‘Affects everyone’ on how to improve the lives of facility requirements for the of the emergency services stance use. settings before they make it to “It affects every one of our citizens with mental illness and city and county schools from department and Rossie Hayes He said youth aging out of the Boys and Girls Home. systems – the schools, juvenile substance use disorders. David Clinton Of Szostak of animal control. New tax Continued from page 1-A budget provisions, and one son the county fared so well museum is welcome news was brief: “We’re excited. This received a slight increase in at 12:01 a.m. Friday. A tired Tier 3 (least economically was due to efforts of Sen. Bill because “Working in White- new budget is going to be good TA funding due to additional Waddell said he was happy distressed) county, Union, Rabon, R-Brunswick, a Fair ville, I see a lot more school for Columbus County schools enrollment. We also received that Columbus County fared will receive 4.35 percent of the Bluff native who does not buses and schoolkids at the and for economic develop- driver’s ed funding in the new so well in the budget. He said $84.8 million. Harnett County, represent Columbus County museum now than there were ment here, so the budget is budget. We feel much better he will be glad to finally get a Tier 2 county, will get the in the Senate. “He did an ex- two years ago when it was a a good thing.” He said the than we did July 1, because we out of Raleigh. most money, 5.17 percent, or cellent job for us,” Byrd said. forestry museum. I think the natural sciences museum is had no budget then.” Changed vote $4.4 million. Of the 21 coun- “It’s an answered prayer,” science museum has been a “one of our great assets here City school board chair- Sen. Jane Smith, D-Robe- ties receiving none of the said Commissioner Ricky more positive benefit for our in Columbus County and it’s man Kandle Rogers agreed. son, represents Columbus and money, three (Jackson, Macon Bullard. “We definitely need children than the forestry great to see it get refunded.” “We are especially thankful Robeson counties in the Sen- and Surry) are Tier 1 counties money to help our schools. museum was.” County economic devel- for teachers assistants and ate and changed her original like Columbus. We’ve got some aging facilities “The museum is great oper Gary Lanier said, “Any- driver’s education being put vote on the budget. She said Elected and appointed of- that need help and I hope that news,” said commissioner thing that we can do to help back in the budget and fund- she voted against the budget ficials in Columbus County will be at the top priority on Charles McDowell, a retired meet the needs of our edu- ed,” she said. when it was considered for the reacted with delight Friday our list when it comes time for educator. “I supported the cational system is certainly Southeastern Community first time Tuesday because she over the additional revenue. us to allocate that new money. forestry museum; it was a great for both economic de- College president Dr. Tony had not had time to read it. ‘Double-edged sword’ The college and economic great addition to Whiteville velopment and our children.” Clarke said, “Anytime we can On Wednesday she voted in “I’m all for the county get- development are important, and Columbus County, but the He added, “At the same time, get additional money for edu- favor of the budget citing that ting more money and we too, but I hope the schools get natural sciences museum that we need more shell buildings cation in Columbus County, it the museum was protected, certainly need all the money top priority.” Bullard said that we have now stands far be- so we can show property to is good news. I think it is good and that the new sales tax pro- we can get for schools and because Columbus is among yond that. I have seen school people who are interested in that we got more money for vision would bring millions economic development,” said the poorest counties in the buses throughout the summer bringing business to our coun- all of Columbus County and I to Robeson and Columbus Trent Burroughs, chairman state, Columbus should have from various counties around ty. Also having a fund that we look forward to working with counties. of the board of commission- been where it is near the top us at our museum. That’s could use to help incentivize the county commissioners as Smith said, “I did not like ers for Columbus County. in funds allocated, and he wonderful news because I business and industry to come they devise the best ways to all parts of the budget, but “On the other hand, I hate for credited Rep. Ken Waddell think a lot of the educators here will be very helpful. spend the additional funds.” the money for our district taxes to be raised on anybody, with that. in surrounding counties have From an economic develop- Broke with Democrats from the sales tax makes so it’s kind of a double-edged ‘Worked hard’ incorporated our museum ment standpoint, those sorts Rep. Ken Waddell, D-Co- such a big difference that I sword.” “I believe he worked hard into their curriculum.” of things would be helpful lumbus, broke with most his voted for it. There were other Burroughs said it is too on this issue because he Too soon to us in attracting business Democratic colleagues in the good parts, including keeping soon to know how the county knows we’re struggling in McDowell also said it’s too and industry to come to the House to vote in favor of the teacher assistants and drivers will decide to spend the $2.23 Columbus County and I think soon to see how the $2.23 mil- county.” budget. He was one of only a education and restoring his- million. “I do know we’ve he had a big role to play in it,” lion in additional sales tax Columbus County educa- handful of House Democrats toric tax credits and medical got big issues concerning Bullard said. money will be spent here. tional leaders welcomed the who favored a suspension of deductions. My number one schools,” he said. “Economic While Commissioner “Columbus County has news. the rules to allow for immedi- priority is to do what I can to development is high on our Amon McKenzie was pleased enough needs with three ‘Grateful’ ate consideration of the bud- help the citizens of Columbus list, too, but schools would be to hear the news, he said that school systems and we are Columbus County Schools get after the measure passed and Robeson counties and that at the forefront. I think that the county board faces a big certainly exploring every Superintendent Alan Faulk the Senate. That rules suspen- is why I voted for the budget.” making repairs to our exist- challenge in deciding how avenue we can for economic said, “This is great news for sion got a plurality of votes, ing schools or building new to properly spend the money. development, so there’s no all of the citizens of Colum- but not the two-thirds major- schools is a top priority on “We have so many holes, so doubt in my mind that we’ll bus County. We are grateful to ity to suspend the rule and FRANK THEATRES our list.” many different places that be able to use this money in the legislature and especially enable first reading passage COASTAL ‘Happy’ those funds could go, so now the way the legislature and to our local legislators, Mr. on Wednesday. Instead, the STADIUM 10 Commissioner Giles “Bud- we have to decide which di- the governor want it to be Ken Waddell and Ms. Jane House gave the measure first Showtimes (910) 754-7469 dy” said, “I think education rection we’ll be leading,” spent. It will benefit everyone Smith. The additional funding reading approval on Thursday www.FRANKTHEATRES.com and economic development McKenzie said. “To be specific involved, the schools as well is greatly needed in Columbus and second reading approval 5200 Bridgers Road are the areas we need some at this point would be a little as economic development.” County and Columbus County help on, so I am happy about premature. We have a place all Commissioner James Pre- schools system is very ap- the budget. We need all the of the money could go and we vatte said, “I’m tickled to preciative for this additional money we can get for educa- have got to decide where we’re death” about the additional funding.” tion and we need funds to help going to put things in priority. funding. “I’m just elated at it Representatives of both pursue economic develop- I am really surprised and I am because we’re in dire straits the Whiteville City Schools ment. That we’re eighth on tickled that we’ll be getting here.” While seeing a need for and Southeastern Community the list of how much money the $2.23 million. Of course, expanded economic develop- College also were happy about the 100 counties will be get- we have so many needs that ment, Prevatte said he feels the budget. ting shows that we’ve got some we could spend $20 million schools spending probably Teacher assistants, strong support (with legisla- before the sun goes down, but will end up being the highest driver’s education tors) in Raleigh.” this certainly will be helpful.” priority for the additional Whiteville superintendent Byrd thinks that one rea- New schools monies. He also was pleased Charles “Kenny” Garland Commissioner Edwin Russ that the museum has been said, “We are excited to be said he believes the additional refunded, saying the natural receiving additional funding The News Reporter money should be used for new sciences museum is being and are also pleased that now (USPS 387-600) schools. “Bladen County has better utilized than was the we have a definite budget that just announced they’re clos- forestry museum. we can now adhere to. Our Published twice weekly by ing schools,” Russ said, “and ‘Excited’ teacher assistants (TA) will be The News Reporter Co. Inc. Columbus County has been County Manager Bill Clark fully funded, and we actually 127 W. Columbus St. talking about consolidating Whiteville N.C. 28472 some schools. With this in- Mailing address: creased funding I think that P.O. 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By JEFFERSON WEAVER the buyer driving away in a estate planning. Staff Writer brand-new $50,000 pickup.” The seminar will also Many new landowners feature field visits through- As a service forester with have no idea how to navigate out the property. A tram will the state, Laura Prevatte has the property tax laws, Pre- transport students through found herself meeting more vatte explained. several areas of a managed and more widows with wood- “The laws are such that forest. lands in recent years. you can end up paying signifi- Lunch will be provided “All too often,” she said, cantly more than if you had and a number of information “these ladies are thrust into a good forest management booths will be set up in the managing timberland. A plan,” she explained. “If it’s main area of the tour. husband dies, or they in- just listed as land, then it’s “We are limiting this to herit land from another male going to be taxed that way. the first 100,” Prevatte said, relative, and they don’t know You want to be able to man- “but we would love to have what to do with it. Timber age your forest to your best enough interest to schedule management is one of those advantage.” another seminar.” things that’s traditionally The free program is the Prevatte said this is a good done by the husband or fa- first offered primarily to help chance for spouses to learn ther, and they find them- female landowners with for- about forest management selves with no idea where to est management challenges, together. start.” Prevatte said. “This workshop is tar- Forestry for Women will There will be presenta- geted to women landowners,” be held Oct. 1 in the western tions on reducing property she said, “but all landowners Pender County community taxes through present use are welcome as the informa- of Currie. The class is spon- valuation; timber and wild- tion will be helpful to every- sored by District Eight of the life management; benefits of one. This is a good chance for N.C. Forest Service, which is prescribed fire and reforesta- a husband to tell his wife, ‘I headquartered in Whiteville. tion; and state and federal want you learn some of this The office serves Columbus, cost share programs. Noted for when I’m gone.’” Brunswick, Bladen, New Ha- estate planner Guido Vander- To register call the Pender nover, Sampson and Duplin hoven will also discuss the County Cooperative Exten- counties. role of forest management in sion Service at (910) 259-1235. Prevatte said that with the aging population, more women than ever own land and timber, but because they State jobless numbers have never been involved in the management process, Show slight decrease they don’t know what to do with the property. By RAY WYCHE Nationwide, people look- “Many people are unin- Staff Writer ing for work in August totaled formed about timber man- 5.1 percent of the labor force. agement in this day and The unemployment figures The improvement in the age,” she said, “and they can in North Carolina showed employment situation in the be victims of the first sharp a tenth of one percent de- state was led by the construc- talker who comes along. crease for the month of Au- tion industry followed by an “Several times I’ve heard Staff photos by NICOLE CARTRETTE gust, while nationwide, un- increase of jobs in the leisure people say a buyer was a ‘nice employment fell 1.2 percent and hospitality category. young man and we’re helping School time at Williams compared to the August 2014 Manufacturing jobs and him get his start,’” she said. Top photo: Teacher Terri Gore works with Katelyn Smith and A.J. Huggins at a dis- figures. workers in governmental po- “There are plenty of honest covery station in her pre-K classroom at the school. Bottom photo: Elaina Sellers The state’s jobless percent- sitions lost ground in August buyers out there, but if you and Carlie Godwin paint in Dee Dee White’s pre-K classroom at Williams Township age for August 2015 stood at of this year as jobs in these aren’t careful, you find your- 5.9 percent. two industries decreased. School during “Teddy Bear Week.” self selling your timber for virtually nothing, your roads rutted and land torn up, and The Town of Bolton celebrates Pine Tree Festival Sept. 25 in Bolton 100 years along with the Correction By JEFFERSON WEAVER and Senior Center on Sept. 25 where live music and entertain- 17th Annual Staff Writer brings together some of the ment, food, arts and crafts, Gene Merritt has been town’s best cooks for a free community resource agency hired as the permanent A celebration of the tree that dinner for all who attend. Left- booths and health screenings Pine Tree Festival director of the Whiteville put Bolton on the map starts overs and plates are distributed will be available. The popular Downtown Development next week. among the needy. car show and Kidz Korner will Commission. Thursday’s Friday & Saturday and Parade! The 17th annual Bolton The dinner is sponsored by also be back this year. report mistakenly said he September 25, 2015 Pine Tree Festival marks a big the Mitchell Family, and has “We just hope everyone was the interim director. year—the town was officially been a tradition at the festival comes out to celebrate commu- Schedule of events includes: for years. The meal is from 5-7 nity and life in Bolton,” Maynor chartered in 1915. Activities • Friday, September 25, 2015 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. start Friday, Sept. 25 and con- p.m., followed by a street dance said. “We have a special town, tinue through Saturday, Sept. until 8:30 p.m. and it’s even more special that The (Alderman Roy Mitchell Memorial) Community 26. Saturday (Sept. 26) is always we’re celebrating our one hun- Justice for Fellowship Dinner and Fashion Show. Dancing in “We have been working up the biggest day for the Pine dredth year.” the Street at 8:30 pm, on the grounds of the Bolton to this all year, and it’s going to Tree Festival, with a parade The dates were incorrectly youth dinner Senior/Youth Center, 15354 Sam Potts Hwy., Bolton be a special event,” said Mayor starting at 8:30 a.m. Lineup is reported in The News Reporter Shawn Maynor. on Cedar Street behind Bolton Thursday. is Oct. 8 • Saturday, September 26, 2015 10:00 a.m.. The annual Community United Methodist Church. The For more information, call The 100th Year Celebration/Pine Tree Festival and Fellowship Dinner at the Youth activities then move to the park, town hall at 655-8945. The second annual Colum- Parade. Line up for the parade begins at 8:30 a.m. on bus County Teen Court Justice Cedar Street, behind the Bolton United Methodist for Youth by Youth dinner is Church. scheduled Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. at For more information please call The Bolton Town Hall Water main burst Friday Vineland Station. The cost is $15 per person or (910) 655-8945. $25 per couple. The committee is looking for parade entries: Drum- in Nakina and Guideway area A chicken/barbecue buffet lines, Bands, Car Clubs, Step Teams, Queens and more. meal will be accompanied by The committee is also looking for Food Trucks Vendors, By NICOLE CARTRETTE issued Friday for areas south area,” Fowler said. entertainment and fellowship. News Editor of U.S. 701 to Guideway and State law requires that such For tickets or more informa- along with Crafts, Clothes, and Jewelry Vendors. Nakina that were impacted, he an advisory be put in place due tion about Teen Court contact Call the Bolton Town Hall Today for an application Water tests confirmed Sun- said. to the low water pressure caused Greg Worthington or Grace (910) 655-8945. day morning that Columbus “It was a pretty big by the break, Fowler said. Thompson at (910) 641-4475. County water customers in the Guideway and Nakina areas shouldn’t be concerned about their water quality. “It’s fine,” said Danny Fowler, Proudly serving Columbus County public utilities director for the county. and surrounding areas sinCe A water main burst Friday 2013, night at roughly 10 p.m. Columbus County Public and for deCades to Come Utility crews repaired the wa- ter main by roughly 11:30 p.m. Friday night. Dr. Sutton graduated from UNC Chapel Hill Medical School It was likely caused by a With Distinction at the top of his class. He is also a nationally stress fracture, Fowler said. award-winning cataract surgeon. Dr. Sutton is the only full-time A boil water advisory was Board Certified Ophthalmologist in all of Columbus County.

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We are available to schedule your appointment “Professional eye care, We Love You, now by calling 910-642-9850. where you’re treated like family.” The Family #5662 4A - The News Reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 Crime briefs First Misdemeanor Henry Charles Brandt, 26, Shirley Temple Locklear, of Bella Coo- 29, of Pem- la Road, Lake broke, plead- Waccamaw, ed to misde- pleaded last meanors of week to two possession counts of of prescrip- selling her- tion medi- oin in July cation, and 2014, and was drug para- Brandt Locklear put on proba- phernalia in tion for three years in his first Superior Court here last week, criminal conviction here last and was put on probation for week in Superior Court. A two years with a prison term prison term of 26 to 50 months of 240 days suspended. was suspended. Her crimes were in July 2014. Among her prior convic- tions were cases of driving Jail with a revoked license in 2010 Phillip Fowler, 42, now living and 2007, plus no driver’s li- along Bald- cense in 2007. win Road, Staff photo by Allen Turner Whiteville, Probation This gasoline tanker wrecked last Thursday morning onto the shoulder of the road. Almost none of the 8,800 after several on N.C. 410 near Old Cribbtown Road, and the wreck- gallons of gasoline leaked. Firefighters from Williams Carlos Jerome Gordon, months in 33, of Cerro age blocked the highway nearly all day. Haz-mat crews Township, Roseland and Tabor City were initial respond- the Delco Gordo, was worked many hours recovering diesel fuel that leaked ers. community, put on proba- was sent to tion for two jail last week P. Fowler years last for three week after days – beginning Friday, Sept. he pleaded 18 – for violating probation in in Superior a resisting arrest case from Court here to October 2010. Gordon the delivery Fowler’s probation viola- of pills during an undercover tions included use of cocaine purchase by law officers in in November 2013 and May September 2014. 2015. His original charge in- Gordon’s prior record in- volved the sale/delivery of cluded convictions for attempt- prescription medication nearly ed armed robbery in 2001 in five years ago. this county, plus common-law robbery in 2012, and larceny in 2014, both in Iredell County, 2012 according to court records. A Stephanie Renee Fowler, prison term of 11 to 23 months 29, of Tabor was suspended. City, pleaded Staff photo by Bob High in Superior Whiteville High School’s Junior ROTC unit provided on the courthouse steps prior to the beginning of the Court here the color guard Friday for ceremonies honoring the service that was viewed by nearly 200 citizens despite last week Pleaded more than 80 from North Carolina who are listed as a constant flow of traffic. The event was sponsored by to misde- Samantha Nicole Ferrari, prisoners of war or missing in action. Choir groups the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary Post No. 8073 meanor pos- 24, of White- from Williams Township School are shown standing of Whiteville. ville, pleaded session of S. Fowler stolen goods to a count of in the case where several deco- felony lar- rative wreaths and bows were ceny during stolen from Ray’s Produce of Superior Whiteville in 2012. Court here Fowler was sentenced to last week, and was put 45 days in jail, and was given Ferrari credit for a minimum of 45 on probation days served awaiting adjudi- for two years, with a prison cation of her case. Her prior term of six to 17 months sus- record showed a conviction for pended. common-law robbery in 2011. Ferrari was caught in Fowler’s co-defendant in the November 2014 for stealing theft of 90 bows and 15 wreaths $1,832.49 worth of items from Submitted photo the Belk store in Whiteville. was Johanna Danielle Bru- Jeff Nobles and Scott Pace, the middle pair of young cil Tool Company. Tyler Moore and Ben Connor, to the ton/Jernigan, also of Tabor Her prior record showed con- victions for DWI in 2008, and men above, won the corn hole tournament held Satur- right, made up the second-place team. Third place, and City. Her case will be noted day at Lake Waccamaw as a fundraiser for the town’s winners of $25 gift cards from Show Ridez of White- in Thursday’s edition of The driving with a revoked license in 2013. police department. Nobles and Pace won a pair of Caro- ville, was the team of Ricky Babson and Bradley Bab- News Reporter. lina Panther tickets, but traded the tickets with the sec- son, shown to the left. More than $650 was raised in the ond-place team for pick-head axes donated by Coun- event. Large Bladen group sentenced Break-ins, thefts The following were victims – theft of five bicycle rims. of a break-in and/or theft re- • Sept. 17 – Coca-Cola Con- to federal prison for cocaine deals ported on date shown: solidated Bottling Company • Sept. 19 – Cathy Causey, – break-in of machine in 6500 Whiteville – break-in of ve- block of N.C. 410 South, Chad- United States Attorney charged each with conspiracy • Kevisha Brown, 25, of N.C., Smith, Terri Smith, Levi Mc- hicle near Columbus County bourn. Thomas G. Walker announced to import cocaine from Jan. Count 1, 32 months and 3 years Gowan, Turkesa Lesane, David Arts Council building, South • Sept. 17 – Kenneth Yates last Friday that 15 individu- 2004 to May 27, 2014. Each was supervised release McLaughlin, Lawrence Rob- Madison Street here, theft of McPherson, Roseland Road, als, nine from Bladen County, later sentenced to the following • Antonio Williams, 45, of erson, Grant McKoy, Kevisha pocketbook, checkbook, cash. Chadbourn – break-in, theft of were sentenced for their in- terms of incarceration: Poughkeepsie, N.Y., Count 1, Brown, Antonio Williams and • Sept. 19 – Tanya Walter, Ruger .22 rifle. volvement in an international • Clayton Leslie, a/k/a “Ty- 141 months and 5 years super- Michael Ellison to travel to the Elizabethtown – break-in of • Sept. 17 – Cindy Lynn cocaine trafficking organiza- rone Gordon” and “Jamaica”, vised release Caribbean islands to ingest or vehicle near Walmart, White- Hammonds, Old Tram Road, tion. All were part of the same 37, of Elizabethtown, Count 1, • Michael Ellison, 45, of conceal pelletized cocaine in ville, theft of open-end socket Whiteville – theft of 2006 black drug trafficking organization 120 months and 5 years super- Bronx, N.Y., Count 1, 56 months their body cavities or under- set. trailer with angle-wire sides. operating in the Elizabethtown vised release and 4 years supervised release garments. • Sept. 19 – Nyemah Takyra • Sept. 17 – Wesley Earl Edge, and Bladen County area. The • Don Smith, 32, of The following individual The couriers smuggled the McLaurin, Hallsboro – theft of Old Cartrette Road, Clarendon organization was importing Elizabethtown,Count 1, 22 pleaded guilty to use of a cocaine into the United States two cell phones from residence – theft of black and red Skidril. the cocaine from Jamaica. months and 2 years supervised communication facility in via several airports, including in 400 block of West Lewis • Sept. 17 – Nathaniel Rob- The following were indict- release committing or in causing or those in Charlotte, Miami, New Street, Whiteville. ert Carver, Page’s Mill Road, ed on Feb 11, 2014. Count 1 • Felicia Smith, 39, of Clark- facilitating a drug trafficking York, Atlanta, Chicago, Fort • Sept. 19 – Dennie Godwin, Cerro Gordo – theft of Honda charged conspiracy to distrib- ton, Count 1, 18 months and 3 offense; aiding and abetting: Lauderdale and Memphis. Williams Road, Clarendon – Rancher 420 four-wheeler. ute and possess with intent years supervised release • David McLaughlin, 43, of Melvin provided some of theft of KWIK Load trailer. • Sept. 17 – Stephen Dunkins, to distribute 5 kilograms or • Terri Smith, a/k/a “Bit Orlando, Fla., 96 months and 1 the cocaine to Jonathan Ship- • Sept. 19 – Jason Nobles, East Virgil Street, Whiteville – more of cocaine from Sept. Bit”, 31, of Clarkton, Count 1, 5 year supervised release man, a drug dealer and high- Rough-N-Ready Road, Cerro break-in, no theft. 2008 to Feb. 11, 2014. Count 2 months and 3 years supervised In 2011, the U.S. Depart- level member of the United Gordo – theft of Everstart Max • Sept. 16 – Tasheka Monique charged conspiracy to import release ment of Homeland Security Blood Nation street gang in tractor battery. Antone – theft of cell phone on 5 kilograms or more of co- • Levi McGowan, 44, of established the existence of a Bladen County. Investigation • Sept. 19 – Frankie Junius Sept. 15 while at band practice caine into the United States Columbus, Ohio – Case trans- drug trafficking organization ultimately revealed that the or- Parker, Gail Lane, Chadbourn at Whiteville High School. from Sept. 2008 to Feb. 11, 2014 ferred to Southern District of that smuggled cocaine into the ganization illegally imported – break-in, theft of Sony Play- and Count 3 charged distribu- Ohio, where the defendant re- U.S. from several Caribbean more than 11.5 kilograms of Station 4 game system. tion of a quantity of cocaine ceived a sentence of 27 months islands, including Jamaica, cocaine into the United States • Sept. 18 – Robert Lee Hamp- on April 24, 2013. All pleaded and 3 years supervised release Curacao and Trinidad. between 2004 and 2014. ton, Happy Home Road, Nakina guilty and were sentenced to • Turkesa Lesane, 35, of Eliz- The organization, based in the following. 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Elizabeth Spaulding’s second place, “Free as a Bird” Robert Bannerman’s Best in Show, “Construction” September Krueger’s first place, “Bountiful Harvest” Brady-Kendall juried art show has exciting entries By CLARA CARTRETTE Staff Writer

“Construction,” a black and white drawing by Rob- ert Bannerman took Best in Show honors at the Colum- bus County Arts Council’s 15th Annual Brady-Kendall Juried Art Exhibition Sept. 10. He is the art instructor at Whiteville High School. Sally Mann, executive director of the Arts Council, announced the winners at an opening reception at the Co- lumbus County Arts Center Sept. 10. The diverse exhibit Michael Bannerman’s third will be displayed there until place, “Pandit” Oct. 15. Mark Bannerman’s third place, “Memorial Bridge” Becky Kendall’s first place, “Shattered Pieces” September Krueger, who heads up the art department at Southeastern Community College, took first place in the 2-D category with a large black and white woodblock fabric piece titled “Bountiful Har- vest.” Elizabeth Spaulding’s mixed media collage, “Free As a Bird,” won second place in 2-D and Mark Bannerman’s “Memorial Bridge” took third place. Spaulding, who won many art awards while attend- ing Whiteville High School and studying under Mark Bannerman, sold her winning Sally Mann announces entry to a buyer who wanted the winners. it for her beach cottage. Michael Bannerman’s sec- Curtis Krueger’s honorable Spaulding is now a teach- ond place, “Hammer Head” mention, “Star Trails and Silo” er in the Columbus County Schools. In the 3-D category, Becky Ikner Kendall’s sculpture, “Shattered Pieces” won first Krystal Hawkins’ honorable mention, place. Michael Bannerman “Silence is Black and Blue” won second and third places with sculptures titled “Ham- mer Head” and “Pandit.” Honorable mention awards went to Krystal Hawkins for her painting, “Silence is Black and Blue;” “Cotton Candy,” a colorful painting by Lori Lytle; and “Star Trails and Silo,” a pho- tograph by Curtis Krueger. Lori Lytle’s honorable Others who entered the exhibit were Jenny Greco, mention, “Cotton Candy” Debbie Conway, Amy Strick- art and art history. This led land and Earlene Hawkins. Becky Ikner Kendall and her dad, David Ikner, right. Judging the entries was to a Master of Science in Kirah Van Sickle, an artist medical illustration from the Guests enjoy refreshments at the art reception started in Columbus County. Columbus County. These be- and adventurer at heart. Her Medical College of Georgia eron Art Museum and Cape traveled from the foothills She was a diverse artist and loved educators encouraged early years set a foundation in 1991. Fear Community College in of North Carolina to White- teacher, working with and budding artists young and for travel, exploration and Van Sickle lives on the Wilmington. ville at least once a month to teaching pottery and other old with classes, exhibits and visual storytelling. Com- Cape Fear Coast of North The Brady-Kendall Juried teach art classes for adults media. their overall devotion to the bining her love of science Carolina and is currently Art Exhibition honors the and youth. Kendall lived in Brady and Kendall were arts. The Columbus County and art, she graduated from represented at All About Art late John Brady and the late Whiteville with her fam- two outstanding artists who Arts Council honors their Duke University in 1988 on Bald Head Island and is a Frances Kendall, both art- ily and was instrumental in awakened the creative in- significant contributions to with dual majors in biology, staff instructor at the Cam- ists and art teachers. Brady getting the arts movement terest of the visual arts in local cultural history. Boys & Girls Homes preps for alumni reunion Preparations are underway others who experienced Boys While there will be large Alumni of the Year for the ing and Reunion Weekend, dysfunction. for the 2015 Boys and Girls and Girls Homes at different portions of time to allow impact they have made in the contact Sharon Connor at 910- B&GH offers adoption, fam- Homes of North Carolina times.” alumni to mix, mingle and world,” said Faircloth. “The 646-3083. ily and therapeutic foster care, (B&GH) Alumni Meeting and The reunion has grown each reminisce, Saturday afternoon name of the winner is kept Boys and Girls Homes of as well as residential care on Reunion Weekend. year, and this year’s event will will include a more formalized quiet. It makes the announce- North Carolina, Inc., has been the campus at Lake Waccamaw. The annual event, set for be made more special by the schedule of events. Alumni ment even more special for the helping children since 1954. As many as 220 vulnerable Oct. 9–10, will include a vari- return of a few alumni who Bennie McGalliard and Randy recipient.” Since then, nearly 5,000 chil- children are cared for through ety of activities for those who have not been back for a visit Ward will perform before a Additional Alumni Superla- dren have benefitted by the the residential and commu- once called the B&GH cottages in more than 20 years. brief memorial service for tive Awards will also be pre- services of the not-for-profit, nity-based services provided home. “We are thrilled to share those alumni who passed away sented. Activities will end with 501(c)3 agency. Its mission is by B&GH at any given time. “We look forward to this that Colin Scott is returning,” between meetings. B&GH pro- a tour of the campus so visitors to provide a comprehensive B&GH is nationally accredited weekend every year,” said said Faircloth. “Colin gradu- gram updates will be shared can see what has changed and array of services for children by the Council on Accredita- President Gary Faircloth. “It ated in 1966 and has not had before the Alumni of the Year what has remained the same. and youth who have been re- tion. is a chance to catch up with the opportunity to make it back Award is presented. For more information about moved from their homes due to To learn more, visit www. old friends and get to know for one of these events before.” “Each year we select the the 2015 B&GH Alumni Meet- abuse, neglect or other family boysandgirlshomes.org. 6-A – The News Reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 ‘9/11 Never Engagement Forget Mobile Exhibit’ coming to UNC Sept. 22 The Stephen Siller Tun- course and its one-sided por- nel to Towers Foundation, trayal of the perspectives established in honor of a surrounding the 9/11 terror- fallen 9/11 firefighter, will ist attacks has not abated. bring its “9/11 Never For- “We continue to feel that get Mobile Exhibit” to the this class is not even-handed campus of UNC Chapel Hill scholarship and therefore Tuesday, Sept. 22. cannot claim to truly be The organization said the educating students about exhibit, which contains steel this issue, but rather in- and other artifacts from the doctrinating them with a Ashlee Brooke Clemons World Trade Center and also viewpoint that paints this depicts the first attack on nation in a negative light Spencer D. Hardwick Corn grinder used by Indians the Twin Towers in Febru- and is sympathetic to the ary 1993, would be open at terrorists’ perspectives.” Clemons- the Chapel Hill campus for Jack Oehm, FDNY Bat- students and the public to talion Chief (Ret.), who lost Hardwick Coastal Museum program tour immediately following a third of his battalion of a ceremony at 11 a.m. firefighters on 9/11, will Greg and Lisa Clemons of UNC Chancellor Carol L. conduct tours of the 1,000 Tabor City announce the en- on Native American skills Folt gave permission for the square-foot trailer. gagement of their daughter, “9/11 Never Forget Mobile He will offer students Ashlee Brooke, to Spencer Alexandra Tempsick will utilized their environment from Temple University. Exhibit” to be displayed on and members of the public Dewayne Hardwick, son of present “Coastal Carolina to solve the basic survival She spent 15 years teach- campus following a contro- eyewitness accounts of the Dewayne and Julia Hardwick Native American Indians” requirements of food, shel- ing in public and private versy that drew national carnage that day. of Tabor City. at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 ter and safety. schools and three years as attention after she received There is no admission The bride-elect graduated from South Columbus High at the Museum of Coastal A craft for kids will be director of the Museum a letter from UNC student charge. School and is enrolled at South- Carolina, 21 East Second included in the program, of Coastal Carolina’s edu- Frank Pray, chairman of the The exhibit has been rec- eastern Community College. Street, Ocean Isle Beach. which is appropriate for cational services. She has UNC Republicans, voicing ognized by Gov. Pat McCrory The groom-elect graduated Using personal and museum children age 6 and older ac- participated in several ar- displeasure about a seminar for its work on behalf of from Southeastern Commu- artifacts, she will highlight companied by an adult. chaeological digs with the UNC was offering to under- first responders, resulting nity College and is employed the special skills of Caro- Tempsick earned a B.S. Smithsonian Institution graduates. in him declaring Sept. 12 with Hardwick Farms of lina’s Native Americans, em- from Arcadia University and the Pennsylvania State Pray wrote: “Our concern “Tunnel to Towers Day’ in Whiteville. phasizing how these people and a Master’s in Education Museum. over the ‘Literature of 9/11’ North Carolina. An Oct. 10 wedding is planned at 5 p.m. at 1017 Minos Meares Road, Tabor City, with Girl Scouts USA appoints executive a reception to follow. Girl Scouts – North Caro- appreciation. Prior to coming to the Kelley-Deaton, chief oper- lina Coastal Pines has ap- Already a valuable mem- Girl Scouts, Walker built ating officer for Girl Scouts Hispanic pointed Connie Walker to ber of the Girl Scout team, an extensive training and – North Carolina Coastal the role of volunteer experi- Walker transitions to this organizational development Pines. “She is in a position Heritage ence and resource develop- new position following two background. She designed, to make an incredible impact ment executive. She will be successful years with the developed and implemented on the volunteer experience event is responsible for enhancing council during which she training programs for the of our membership.” the experience of the many has been instrumental in Rite Aid Corporation, US Anyone over the age of outstanding volunteers who managing and supporting Coast Guard and Drug En- 18 can become a Girl Scout Tuesday contribute to the Girl Scout strategic engagement of forcement Agency. volunteer. Children ages birth to 5 and leadership program. board members, building She has been a member Each adult who volun- their parents and caregivers Through a strategic learn- stakeholder relationships, of the American Society for teers has the opportunity to are invited to a special event at ing process in 2013, the coun- managing governance ac- Training and Development make a real difference in the the Smart Start Early Learning cil identified volunteer sup- countabilities and providing and the National Society for life of a girl. Facility (ELF) in recognition of port as one of its key pri- oversight to the council’s Performance and Instruc- Girl Scout volunteers Hispanic Heritage month. “Fi- orities for the coming three annual meeting, trainings, tion and taught part-time at come from all walks of life; esta” will take place on Tuesday, years. Walker will provide and special staff events. She a community college. She they are men, women, young Sept. 22 beginning at 11:30 a.m. leadership and direction to will continue to excel in that holds a degree in market- professionals, retirees, col- This cultural event for young help the council meet and capacity in addition to her Connie Walker ing and advertising with lege students and more. children will include learning exceed the goals outlined for new role. a certificate in non-profit Both girls and adult vol- through music, singing, dancing volunteer support. She will “Volunteers play an es- management. unteers can join at any time and breaking piñatas. For more be responsible for develop- sential role in the success sure that they know they are Walker’s qualifications go of the year. information, call the ELF at 910- ing and implementing pro- of the Girl Scout program,” working for an organization beyond her impressive re- Anyone who is interest- 212-6352. grams and events for train- explained Walker. “I am ex- that truly appreciates their sume. “Connie is empathetic ed in getting involved and An activity of the Columbus ing, enrichment, on-going cited to have the opportunity service by offering them top- and compassionate. She is changing the lives of girls in County Partnership for Children support systems, evaluation, to work closely with such notch training and a mean- strategic-minded and in- your local community, please (Smart Start), the ELF provides and encouraging a culture of dedicated people and to en- ingful support system.” novative,” explained Cindy visit www.nccoastalpines. an atmosphere that promotes the development of pre-literacy skills: reading, writing, playing, singing and talking for children ages birth to 5. Plant now for a beautiful garden, now and later The Columbus County Part- nership for Children, funded By MELINDA MYERS reach their mature size. written 20-plus gardening through the North Carolina Part- Plant trees so the root books, including Can’t Miss nership for Children, is part of Don’t pack away that flare — the place where the Small Space Gardening and a statewide effort to ensure that shovel and trowel. Fall is a roots curve away from the the Midwest Gardener’s children begin school healthy great time to plant a few new trunk — is even with the Handbook. She hosts The and ready to succeed. CCPC ad- additions in the landscape. soil surface. Dig a hole, the Great Courses “How to Grow dresses the needs of children Here are just a few ideas for same depth as the rootball, Anything: Food Gardening ages birth to 5 and their families adding immediate and long and two to five times wider. For Everyone” DVD series through specific programs and term beauty to your garden. Roughen the sides of the and the nationally syndi- services. For information about Add cool season annuals hole and backfill with the cated Melinda’s Garden Mo- story time and other activities like pansies, snapdragons, existing soil. Water thor- ment segments. Myers is at the ELF, call (910) 212-6352. ornamental kale and stocks oughly and spread a two- to also a columnist and con- Visit the Partnership at 109 W. to brighten the fall garden. three-inch layer of mulch tributing editor for Birds Main St. in Whiteville or online Those in milder regions will over the soil surface, keep- & Blooms magazine. Her at www.columbussmartstart.org. enjoy them throughout the ing the mulch away from the website, www.melindamy- Like us on Facebook and check winter. Consider adding cold tree trunk. ers.com, offers gardening us out on Pinterest at www.pin- hardy pansies. 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DAVID A. BRIGHT SR. ILA PEARL STRICKLAND LELAND -- David A. TABOR CITY -- Mrs. Ila Bright Sr., 75, died Sat- Pearl Strickland, 80, died urday, Sept. 19 2015, sur- Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015, rounded by his loved ones. in the McLeod Loris Hospi- David was born Dec. 30, tal. Born April 10, 1935 in 1939 in Hallsboro. He was Horry County, she was the the son of the late William daughter of the late Fred- Howard Bright and Lillian erick Lancaster and Beulah Elizabeth Green Bright. Waddell Lancaster. She was David graduated from the widow of Ray Tate Nor- Hallsboro High School and ris and William J. Strick- then attended Louisburg land. TABITHA WOOTEN College and Miller Motte In addition to her par- POWELL Business College. ents and husbands, she was MELANIE DALE FAULK PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- Afterwards preceded in death by one WHITEVILLE -- Melanie Tabitha Wooten Powell, 91, he went on granddaughter, Bobbie Jo Dale Faulk, 52, died Friday, formerly of Bladenboro, died to serve his Edwards. Sept. 18, 2015 at Premier Friday, Aug. 11, 2015. She was country in the A graveside service was Living at Lake Waccamaw. EUNICE BASS KINLAW the daughter of the late Wal- U.S. Air Force, during the RALPH S. GORE held Saturday, Sept. 19 in She was the daughter of ELIZABETHTOWN -- Eu- ter and Lizzie Mae Wooten and Vietnam Conflict, a deci- WHITEVILLE -- Rev. the Cherry Grove Cemetery, Bobby Jr. Faulk and Lina nice Bass Kinlaw, 91, died the wife of the late Charles sion he was always proud Ralph Sadler Gore, 85, died Cerro Gordo. Inman Ward Dale White Faulk. peacefully Thursday, Sept. Manly Powell. She was also of. He retired from E.I Du- Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015 at Funeral Home of Tabor She was a member of 17, 2015. preceded in death by three sis- Pont in 1991, after 25 years Liberty Commons. He was City handled the arrang- Open Door Baptist Church Well known to the com- ters and two brothers. with the company. born Nov. 8, 1929 in Colum- ments. of Nakina. She worked munity, Eunice and hus- She attended the public Anyone who knew David bus County, the son of the She is survived by one with AVX Electrical Plant band, Gordon B. Kinlaw schools of Bladen County and could tell you he had an af- late Daniel S. and Ethelan daughter, Jennifer Norris as an Electrical Engineer Sr., owned and operated graduated as valedictorian finity for the outdoors. He B. Gore. He was also pre- Edwards and husband, Bob- for more than five years. the former Kinlaw Funer- from Booker T. Washington loved to hunt, fish, work in ceded in death by his wife, by, of Tabor City; and one A memorial service will al Home. Eunice was pre- High School in Clarkton. She his yard, and was always Magalene Ward Gore; one sister, Lila Earle Duncan of be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday, deceased by her husband, received a Bachelor of Arts sporting a deep tan…and son, Daniel Lawson Gore; Tabor City. Sept. 22 in the chapel of Gordon B. Kinlaw Sr., as degree in teacher education his laceless Sperry topsid- and his daughter, Linda A guest register is available McKenzie Mortuary with well as by her parents, Ray- from N.C. A&T State Universi- ers. He also was a Chris- Gore Floyd. at inmanfuneralhome.com. Rev. Lonnie Varnam offi- mond and Sula Bass. ty in Greensboro and a Master tian. He loved reading his Rev. Gore was formerly ciating. Visitation will be Mrs. Kinlaw was active JEFFERY NEAL KNIGHT of Arts degree in administra- bible, going to Bible stud- employed with Holsum held from 2:30-3:45 p.m. in the community serving CERRO GORDO -- Jeffery tion from Antioch University ies at his local church, and Bread Co., CB Drug Co. Tuesday, Sept. 22 prior to on the Foundation Boards Neal Knight, 52, died Satur- in Pennsylvania. Her 38 years sharing his love for God and Weatherau Food and the service at the mortuary. at Bladen Community Col- day, Sept. 19, 2015 at his resi- of teaching English and with his grandchildren by Drug. He also pastored sev- Survivors include one lege and Campbell Univer- dence. He was preceded in French in the public schools taking them to church reg- eral churches in Columbus, sister, JoDean Spivey (Ja- sity. She was a founding death by one son, Timothy Ja- of N.C. and Pennsylvania be- ularly. Bladen and Horry counties mie) of Ash; one brother, member of the local Ameri- son Knight. gan in the mid-40s at White- Final rites will be held for more than 50 years. Roderick Faulk (Crystal) can Business Women’s Club Final rites will be held at 3 ville Negro High School, now at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. The family will re- of Whiteville; nephews, and held several elective of- p.m. Monday, Sept. 21 at Por- Central Middle School. She 23 at McKenzie Mortuary ceive friends from 2-3 p.m. Derrick Faulk of Halls- fices through the years. ter Swamp Baptist Church retired at Vare Junior High in Whiteville with Rev. Je- Wednesday, Sept. 23 at boro and Zachary Jones of A graveside service with Rev. Tim Moore officiat- School, where she served as rome Bullard and Layman Pleasant Plains Baptist Whiteville; and special un- was held Sunday, Sept. 20 ing. Interment will be in the chairman of the English de- Legran Smith officiating. Church. His funeral will be cles, aunts and cousins. in the Elizabethtown City Porter Swamp Baptist Church partment for more than 25 Interment will be in Pierce held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Cemetery followed by a Cemetery. The family will years. Cemetery. Visitation will Sept. 23 at the church. En- ROBERT CLEVELAND visitation/reception in the receive friends from 2-3 p.m. Final rites were held be held from 12:30-2 p.m. tombment will be in Pea- DICKENS fellowship hall at Eliza- (one hour prior to the service) Wednesday, Aug. 19 at Ger- Wednesday, Sept. 23 at the cock’s Columbus Memorial ELIZABETHTOWN -- Rob- bethtown Baptist Church. at the church. mantown Community Pres- mortuary. Park Mausoleum. Peacock ert Cleveland Dickens, 86, A graveside service was He is survived by two sons, byterian Church with pastor Pallbearers will be Da- Funeral Home is handling died Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015 officiated by Revs. Warren Jeffery Neal Knight II of Fort Rev. Dr. James F. Reese offici- vid A. Bright Jr., Legran the arrangements. at his home. He was preceded Hill and Charles Hester. Drum, N.Y. and Tyler Cole ating. Smith, Buddy Cox, Zack He is survived by one in death by two sons, John Surviving are two daugh- Knight of Adairsville, Ga.; She is survived by one Gallaher, Weldon Greene son, Ralph “Dean” Gore Dickens and Harrell Smith. ters, Sherry K. McBeath of and his parents, Viola Sealey son, Charles Powell of Phila- and Richard Bowens. Hon- and wife, Jackie, of White- The family received friends Savannah, Ga. and Beverly and Tillman Knight Jr. of Cer- delphia, Pa.; and one sister, orary pallbearers will be S. Kinlaw of Wilmington; ville; two brothers, Maurice ro Gordo. Sunday, Sept. 20 at Briar Gore and Wilbert Gore; one Branch Baptist Church. Final Nettye Wooten Jones of New Ike Williams, Tom Maults- one son, Gordon B. Kinlaw VEDA MERLE sister, Lucy Gore of Fair Bern. by, Johnny Smith, Edward Jr. and wife, Ann, of Eliza- SHIPMAN KELLY rites were held Sunday, Sept. Bluff; six grandchildren, Beauchamp, Billy Lewis bethtown; one brother, Hu- RALEIGH -- Veda Merle 20 at the church with Rev. G.A. ALESIA KAYE SOLES Crystal Gore, Scott S. Floyd WARD and Donald Greene. bert Bass and wife, Nell; Shipman Kelly, 70, formerly Griffin officiating. Burial was and Natasha Gore, all of NAKINA -- Alesia Kaye David is survived by his five grandchildren, Bradley of Hallsboro, died Thursday, in the church cemetery. Blad- Whiteville, Amy Brown of Soles Ward, 51, died Saturday, wife of 53 years, Yvonne Kinlaw, Erin Kinlaw, Cath- Sept. 17, 2015. She was the en-Gaskins Funeral Home of Wilmington, Allison Brown Sept. 19, 2015 at Columbus Re- L. Bright of Leland; one erine Wray, Ricky and Kev- daughter of the late Don Ship- Elizabethtown handled the ar- of Conway, S.C., Tiffani gional Healthcare in White- sister, Rebecca Beauchamp in Picklesimer; five great- man and Cordie Dew Ship- rangements. Borgers of Michigan; and ville. She was the daughter of (Eddie) of Wilson; two grandchildren, Tianna, man. He is survived by his wife, eight great-grandchildren. the late James Allen and Eu- sons, David Bright Jr. (Pa- Landon, Amber, Max and She was a member of Shot- Elaine Dickens of the home; Online condolences may nice Bridgeman Soles. mela) and William Scott Kira Picklesimer; and sev- well Baptist Church. two sons, Robert C. Dickens be made at www.peacockfu- The family will receive Bright; grandchildren, Ca- eral nieces and nephews. Final rites were held Sun- Jr. and Timmy Smith; five neralhome.net. friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday, leb Bright, Taylor Bright In lieu of flowers, the day, Sept. 20 at McKenzie Mor- daughters, Louise Rivenbark, Sept. 21 at Worthington Fu- Gallaher (Zack), Katelyn family suggests donations tuary with Rev. Jim Lee offi- Betty Pait, Robin Harrell, neral Home in Chadbourn. Bright and Kathryn Bright; be made to Lower Cape Celebrating years ciating. Burial was in Pierce Tammy Landreth and Wanda Final rites will be held at 3 and one great-granddaugh- Fear Hospice and LifeC- Cemetery, Hallsboro. Thornton; one brother, J.W. of dedication to the p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22 at the ter, McKenzie B Gallaher. are Center at either www. Survivors include her hus- (John) Dickens; two sisters, funeral home with Rev. Clif- The family also wants to LCFH.org or mailed to 1506 music ministry band, William James Kelly Martha Sauvinet and Margie ford Strickland officiating. In- recognize David’s special Physicians Drive, Wilming- Jr. of Raleigh; one daugh- Edwards; 16 grandchildren; Celebrating years of dedi- terment will be in Pine Level caregiver, Sherry West, who ton, N.C. 28401. ter, Stephanie Lynn Kelly of and 33 great-grandchildren. cation to the music ministry Original Freewill Baptist assisted David throughout Raleigh; three sons, William GEORGE F. SMITH will be held Sunday, Sept. 27 Church Cemetery, Nakina. his illness. James “Jimmy” Kelly of Win- LUCILLE PHIFER CLARKTON -- George F. at 4 p.m. at Minter’s Chapel She is survived by two In lieu of flowers, the dell, Gregory Stephens Kelly KANNAPOLIS -- Lucille Smith, 67, died Friday, Sept. First Born Church. The event sons, Freddie J. Ward of Chad- family has requested memo- and Phillip Travis Kelly, both Phifer, 75, formerly of White- 18, 2015 at Lower Cape Fear will feature Sister Sandra bourn and Danny R. Ward of rial donations be made to of Benson; one sister, Carlene ville, died Tuesday, Sept. 15, Hospice and LifeCare Center “Poochie” Rogers. The guest the home; one half-brother, the Bridge of Life Church, S. Jones of Whiteville; one 2015 at Northeast Medical in Whiteville. speaker will be Bishop Chris Jerry Bullock of Evergreen; 2220 Mercantile Drive NE, brother, Kenneth Shipman of Center in Concord. Arrangements are incom- Edwards, pastor of Harvest one half-sister, Cher Jones of Leland, N.C. 28451. Gulf Port, Miss.; seven grand- Final rites were held Sun- plete and will be announced Time Evangelistic Center of Atlanta, Ga.; and one grand- Anyone wishing to pay sons; and 10 great-grandchil- day, Sept. 20 at First Baptist by Union Funeral Home of Mullins, S.C. son. their respects is welcome at dren. Church in Kannapolis. Peo- Whiteville. The church is located at the family home 4072 Mt. Memorials may be made to ples Funeral Home of White- Friends and family will 1270 Old Boardman Road. Misery Road. Lower Cape Fear Hospice and ville handled the arrange- Sandy Plain MBC be received at 5581 Hwy. 701 Elder Dennis Hempstead is LifeCare Center, 206 Warrior ments. South, Clarkton. the pastor. homecoming Trail, Whiteville, N.C. 28472. Area survivors are one sis- Cribb family ter, Ruth Floyd of Whiteville; Sandy Plain Missionary reunion Oct. 25 East Columbus Cornerstone OFWBC The reason why I and one brother, Richard Baptist Church will celebrate its annual homecoming Sun- The annual Cribb family youth sing Sept. 26 Threadgill of Whiteville. FFA plant sale sing set Sept. 27 day, Sept. 27 at 11:15 a.m. The reunion will be held Sunday, The East Columbus FFA Cornerstone Original Free- “The reason why I sing” speaker will be Rev. Marie Oct. 25 at the Shrine Club on Chapter will hold a fall mums will Baptist Church will hold still singing after 21 years will Howard-Griffin of Castle Millpond Road in Whiteville, plant sale Monday, Sept. 21 at 3 a church youth sing Saturday, Butler Branch BC feature Sister Bernice Alder- Hayne. beginning at 11 a.m. p.m. There will be four colors Sept. 26 at 5:30 p.m. Various man Sunday, Sept. 27 at 5 p.m. fall revival She is the pastor of Vision This event has not been available burgundy/red, yel- youth groups will be singing. at Diamond Branch Baptist Butler Branch Baptist Center Baptist Church, 901 held for the past two years low, orange and purple. Mums The speaker will be Preacher Church will celebrate its fall South Fifth Avenue, Wilming- but is being revived. Those at- will be sold first come, first Heath Conner of Emerson Church, Hwy. 701 in Whiteville revival Monday, Sept. 28-Fri- ton. Music and entertainment tending should bring food and served. Eight-inch mums are Freewill Baptist Church. Food across from Short Brothers. day, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. nightly. will be provided throughout drink but utensils will be pro- $4 and 12-inch with decorative and fellowship will follow. Alderman sings and volun- The guest speaker will be Rev. the service. vided. pot are $12. No pre-orders. The church is located at teers at nursing homes every Gordon Griffin. Lunch will be served follow- New and extensive re- For more information call 8428 Hallsboro Road, South, Thursday with senior citizens. For more information call 653- Ronald Alford is the pastor. ing the service. search has connected the the East Columbus High School Whiteville. 5878. Bishop Bruce A. Alder- Cribbs with many families agriculture department Ashley For more information call man is the pastor of Antioch from the past that local fami- Fowler at 646-4094. Hannah Godwin at 641-1221 or True Deliverance Holiness lies did not know about. Kathy Butler at 625-9844. Church. For information call Union Valley BC Charles Cribb at 642-7660 or Chuck Cribb at 918-6730. homecoming Union Valley Baptist MSG. Dickie D. Babson Church will celebrate its 9-23-14 Little Iron Hill homecoming Sunday, Sept. 27 at 10:45 a.m. It broke our hearts to MBC revival A covered dish luncheon lose you, but you didn’t Little Iron Hill Missionary will follow in the fellowship go alone, for part of us Baptist Church will hold a hall. three night revival Monday, Ken Baker is the pastor. went with you, the day Sept. 21-Wednesday, Sept. 23 God called you home. at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker will be Pastor Olaju- You’ve been gone one wan Windley of McNeil Chapel Vineland year and we love and Missionary Baptist Church of miss you more. Longs, S.C. Station The church is located at Available for wedding Pat, Deryle, Michael, 112 Jefferson St. • Whiteville, NC 28472 24320 Peacock Road, Tabor receptions & other 910.642.2128 City. Chad, Dustin and events Tammy www.mckenziemortuary.net Rev. Leon Dockery is the #5663 pastor. 642-3157 Editorials The News Reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 Don’t wait for What took you so long? flu to find you; By TOM CAMPBELL NC SPIN

get vaccinated That’s the question North Carolinians should be asking Even though it still feels summerlike, flu our legislators concerning the season begins Oct. 1. budget they just passed. Lawmak- Columbus County residents should remem- ers came to Raleigh in January ber that the state’s death toll from the flu last with the primary task of setting a year, 218 people, was the highest in six years. new two-year budget prior to the An overwhelming majority were aged 65 or beginning of the state fiscal year older, but nearly a quarter were young or July 1. relatively young, ages 5 to 64. Not only did they miss the date People have all kinds of excuses for not by about 75 days but their tardi- taking the flu vaccine, but there are few rea- ness wasn’t due to a significant sons for not getting vaccinated. Some people number of bold new initiatives. are afraid of needles while others doubt the So what took so long? To be efficacy of the vaccine. sure they had to wait to get a Using extensive data, researchers create a final handle on how much money vaccine every year they believe will be most was available, even though they effective against likely strains. This year’s learned in March there would vaccine has been expanded to include im- be a surplus of revenues over munization against four strains, including expenses in the current year. H1N1. Even Their staff projected the April if someone The point 15 tax returns would produce contracts a increased strain that’s October 1 is the start of the flu season. Because revenues not covered to appro- by this it takes two weeks before priate. By year’s dose, antibodies created from Saturday’s siren song early May the vaccine a vaccine are fully effec- they had will help the num- lessen the tive, waiting until illness By JEFFERSON WEAVER Something always seems to bers they effects. strikes your home, work- Staff Writer be broken that requires more needed When place or children’s school than an evening’s attention, and al- consider- will likely be too late. One day a week, I need not and Saturday is the day for most two ing whether wear a tie. Indeed, sleeves are such. And once in a while, we months to get a flu often optional; there was a time have to go to a city on a Satur- in which shot, consid- Tom Campbell I would have shed shoes as well, day, if for no other reason than to get a er this from the Centers for Disease Control: but my days of unrestrained to remember why we detested budget Over a period of 31 seasons between 1976 and bare feet thankfully passed living in a place where at any agreed upon. 2007, estimates of flu-associated deaths in the years ago. time there may be more cars at The real problem was and is United States range from a low of about 3,000 One could argue, I suppose, some intersections than there egos. We’ve always had battles of to a high of about 49,000 people. During recent that there is nothing wrong in a country church parking lot egos disguised as philosophical flu seasons, between 80 percent and 90 percent with running around with a on homecoming Sunday. differences between Democrats of flu-related deaths have occurred in people naked neck in a professional The sixth day – or first day, and Republicans and there is a 65 years and older. office, and that God cares more depending on your calendar built-in animosity between the •One study showed that flu vaccination about what’s in our hearts in preferences—does have a few House and Senate, but this year was associated with a 71 percent reduction his house, than on our bodies. obligations that never change, was primarily a war of personali- in flu-related hospitalizations among adults Jefferson Weaver Both these points are valid, but few of those tasks take too ties. of all ages and a 77 percent reduction among but I feel disrespectful without long. Depending on the season, We take 170 people, most adults 50 years of age and older during the a necktie on Sunday morning, grow up to look like I do now. Saturdays beckon with the always honorable and reasonable 2011-2012 flu season. and my father’s voice muttered But as much as I loved the siren song of the deer stand, people, send them to the legisla- •Vaccination helps protect women during the word “Hippie” the last time barber shops – the outdoors the trapline, the fishing spot, ture where lobbyists and special pregnancy and their babies for up to 6 months I considered not wearing a tie at magazines, the stories from the the swimming hole, the wild interests hang on their every after they are born. One study showed that the office. That was sometime veterans of both world wars, grapevine and forgotten pear, or word, surround them with a legis- giving flu vaccine to pregnant women was 92 around 1997, I think. Korea and to a lesser extent just a quiet place in the woods lative staff that is overworked but percent effective in preventing hospitaliza- Six days a week, I have to Vietnam, the special feeling of to “set” and ponder. submits to their whims, then give tion of infants for flu. show my uttermost respect, being a boy who was a part of a Saturday nights were once a handful of them extra powers •Other studies have shown that vaccina- either for our readers or our man’s world, ice dripping from a time for at least marginal in establishing who gets money, tion can reduce the risk of flu-related hospi- maker (who is a lot more im- small-bottle cokes that required bacchanalia, but now they are as well as where and when it gets talizations in older adults. A study that looked portant, much as I care about a strong pull to retrieve from an even more enjoyable with a spent. at flu vaccine effectiveness over the course of my readers). I have a hard time antique machine—I was ready night ride through the fields, It’s understandable that they three flu seasons estimated that flu vaccina- feeling like I am doing so with- to howl by the time the cloth matching wits with catfish, or start thinking they possess spe- tion lowered the risk of hospitalizations by 61 out wearing a tie. was unsnapped from the nape applauding the out-of-synch cial insights regular people don’t percent in people 50 years of age and older. But Saturday is the day when of my neck and my shoulders operatic efforts of a pack of have and believe theirs is the Overlooking the data when considering I can at least try to catch up brushed off. coonhounds. right solution to most every issue. whether to get the flu shot is not only done so on the things that require less Sometimes the orders for the Saturdays are a time to en- When my father served in the at your own peril, but also at the peril of oth- decorum and more muscle. Five day involved a furious bike ride joy a second cup of coffee with legislature back in the 1970s, my ers who might contract the highly contagious days of the week – and some- to find my friends and a fishing my bride, or a sausage dog for mom always said it took about 30 virus from you. times more—I willingly give to pole, my best dog running furi- lunch at Charles’ store, a nap days after adjournment for him to The health department provides vaccines, my employer; Sunday belongs ously alongside. Other times I in the barn, or simply relearn- recognize that not everything he as do most physician practices and pharma- to my Lord and Savior. would ride with the Old Man as ing my favorite woods, making said was important. cies. Many private health plans pay the entire But Saturdays are mostly he made the rounds of country amends for spending five or The increasing length of ses- cost of vaccines. mine. stores and farms, junkyards six days away from their pine sions and the continual late bud- Now is the time to get your flu shot. It takes My precious bride under- and lunch counters, the big De- straw-redolent embrace. get passage is further proof that two weeks before antibodies become strong stands that to maintain the troit battleship moving a little In my trade, we frequently our legislative system, especially enough to do their work, so waiting until your veneer of civilization that too fast on some back roads. have to work Saturdays, and I the budget process, is broken and home, workplace or children’s school is hit by keeps us from becoming hunt- There was always something to really don’t mind doing so when the only ones who can fix it are the flu before taking the vaccine will likely be er-gatherers, I require a certain do on a Saturday, an adventure necessary. Such assignments the very ones who don’t want it too late. amount of time with unpardon- just down the street or around unbalance my inner clock, changed. able clothes, uncleaned finger- a dusty curve. however. Yes, there were some signifi- nails and unkempt hair. As My activities are often more Said clock needs not to be cant issues on the table and big she is also my hairdresser, she practical than poetic nowadays, wound up daily, but rather differences between the House does usually manage to hold of course; most folks in the unwound to properly function. and Senate to be resolved, but me down long enough to braid country don’t have curbside Such release may result in sore there was nothing so complicated Quotes of my mane into something more trash service, so Saturdays muscles sunburned arms, a or difficult to have prevented our appropriate for protection than require a trip to the dump new scratch or scrape or bump legislators from resolving them professionalism, but as soon as (without a .22 rifle for rats, like or bruise, or even a bit of a weeks earlier if they had put possible, I head for the truck the trips of three decades and grumble when things don’t go aside their egos, tuned out the the week and the solace of a Saturday. more ago). There are animals exactly right – but that’s okay. special interests and gotten it Ironically, the same prin- to feed and chores to complete, The hurts, the happiness, the done. They didn’t get really seri- “People hear ‘human trafficking’ and ciples applied to Saturdays of obligations to fulfill and fam- hard work, the silliness and the ous about resolving this budget they think of women being kidnapped my childhood; albeit, it was not ily to visit, since Sundays usu- seriousness, the sloth and the until staring down the barrel of in foreign cities. It’s not all like that; we Miss Rhonda, but Mr. Eskel, ally have enough time to either industry, the good and the bad, the third budget deadline, when have women and girls here in North Caro- Uncle Rip or Mr. Owen who drive somewhere or to spend the rain and the sun – all are a public pressure reached a cre- lina forced into prostitution every day.” clipped and cut my fur into time with relatives, but never part of Saturday’s siren song. scendo. –Pattie Crawford, who is walking from respectability back then, lest I both. It shouldn’t have taken so long Gastonia to Wilmington to draw attention to agree upon a budget. Plenty of to prostitution and human trafficking. She other states don’t have this peren- and a friend are also raising money for three nial problem because they have Thumbs down shelters – A Safe Place in Wilmington, on prescribed session limits; they Eagle’s Wings in Charlotte, and Oasis of Hope Jamie either get the budget passed or in Troy, Pa. are forced to adjourn. Guess what? They always get BY RAY LUNDY boys. When he came home drunk, preacher.” She took Jamie home, “I have known Whiteville for years. he beat his wife and his three chil- and all was quiet on the home front the budget passed. Over the past Special to The News Reporter You have a good town, a good downtown. dren; Jamie was the oldest. He had for a while. twenty or so years our legislature It’s in far better shape than people might The screen porch doorbell rang two younger sisters. Two weeks later Jamie’s dad did has increasingly demonstrated realize, and nowhere near as bad as many as dark was settling on the land. “Daddy has beaten Mama bad, the same thing, and Mom and the (with the exception of 2011) less I’ve seen. It has tremendous potential, I opened the kitchen door. Jamie and all of us ran into the woods kids hid in the woods until he fell and less discipline in passing a and I hope I can help tap that potential.” was standing there crying. Open- behind the house to get away from asleep. Tragic, is it not? budget prior to July 1. –Gene Merritt, who is Whiteville Down- ing the screen door, I asked Jamie, him. He’s like a mad man. O, can I I went to Jamie’s home a little They have further demonstrat- town Development’s new director. Merritt has “What is it son?” come and stay with you and Miss later and caught Cecil, the dad, ed they are going to wait until extensive experience redeveloping downtown “Oh, Mr. Ray, can I come stay Linda? Please, please, please?” in the yard working. I told him if the last minute to get their work Wilmington. with you? Will you be my daddy? I explained to Jamie that he he ever beat his wife and children done. Perhaps it is time North I’ll let you adopt me. Can I please could spend the night, but his dad again,I would call the sheriff, a Carolina put some hard deadlines “We have projects that come about due come and stay with you forever?” might come and get him and beat friend, and would do my best to in place with finite session limits to congestion, and some due to accidents. Jamie was our neighbor just him again. Then, I would call the put him in the deepest hole in the to impose that discipline. Can I In this case, it’s both.” down the road, and occasionally law, and they would lock him up. jail. “You ain’t afraid of me?” he get an Amen? – Drew Cox, North Carolina Department he attended church and brought “Oh no! Don’t call the law; he’ll kill asked. “No, I’m not afraid of you, Tom Campbell is former assis- of Transportation district engineer, on the his little sister with him, no par- me when he gets out of jail.” and I would like to beat you in the tant North Carolina State Trea- proposed widening project of U.S. 701 Bypass ents with them. He had given his His mother came and took him dirt, but I won’t today. Remember, surer and is creator/host of NC from U.S. 74-76 to Pleasant Plains Road. The life to Christ in Vacation Bible home, crying and apologizing. never again, no more beatings. SPIN, a weekly statewide televi- project could see the leveling of the overhead School, but his dad would not let “My husband says he’s sorry, and Cecil reformed; joined a church; sion discussion of NC issues. NC bridge south of Virgil Street and a four-lane me baptize him. Each weekend now he’s crying and asking for Jamie retired later from the Air Spin airs in Wilmington on WILM- highway divided by a median. his dad went out drinking with the Jamie. The beer drives him crazy, Force. Wonderful! TV, Sundays at 8 a.m. The News Reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 – 9-A McDonald’s Presents Whiteville High School East Columbus High School West Columbus High School South Columbus High School

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Arianna Young-Daniels, 13, is a freshman at Jessica Griffin, a freshman, is the 14-year-old Hannah Faulk is the 16-year-old daughter of Sophomore Aaron Hester is the 15-year- East Columbus High School. The daughter daughter of Ann and Mark Griffin of Fair Bluff. Stephanie and Michael Faulk. She is a mem- old son of Aaron Franklin and Ora Lynn of Heather and John Daniels, she says that What she likes most about WCHS is being ber of the Beta Club and volunteers with the Hester. He enjoys art and drawing. Out- something she appreciates about ECHS is that able to spend time with her friends and getting children’s ministry at Cherry Grove Baptist side of the school he keeps busy by help- the school is “fun and educational at the same close with her teachers. Her favorite class is Church. “I’m very involved in church,” she ing clean up around the community, Bible time. “My favorite classes are world history and science with Ms. McClintock but says, “I’m ex- said. She said that she likes sporting events school and detailing cars at a local car environmental science,” she said, “because I wash. What he likes best about Whiteville get to learn where we come from and where cited for math next semester.” Besides being best at her school. “I love athletics. I enjoy High is the team spirit and support of the we’ve been.” Young-Daniels is a cheerleader, a junior varsity cheerleader, she also plays going to football and basketball games,” she school’s athletic teams. His favorite class and plays volleyball, softball and basketball. the flute in the band, plays tennis and soc- said. Her favorite class is Anatomy “because it is one of his career and technical classes. She hopes to play college softball. Her favorite cer, and attends Hinson Crossroads Baptist is interesting to learn about the human body.” “Animal science is the most interesting to activities are church and playing softball. She is Church. Her favorite book is “The Fault in Our She enjoys baking and reading books, she me.” After high school he plans to attend proud of the accomplishments she has made at Stars,” her favorite movie is “Spongebob,” said. She plans to attend Southeastern Com- Southeastern Community College to help only the age of 13. Some things, however, are and her favorite food is mashed potatoes. Her munity College after high school and major in reach his dream of becoming a fireman. still a challenge. “I love singing, even though I favorite non-school activity is going to church. nursing. can’t sing.” She loves pizza, and her favorite movie is “A Walk To Remember.” She also en- joys reading the Harry Potter series.

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programs. A curriculum outline re- “So many of us are moving to The Industrial Systems vealed the removal of plumbing, systems that are automated that Technology or Mechatronics masonry, and carpentry from take product from one place to Engineering Technology pro- the curriculum is planned. another – it’s what ties so many gram will replace the Facilities Training in plumbing, ma- things together,” one manufac- (Plant) Maintenance Technol- sonry, and carpentry will re- turer remarked. ogy program. main available through targeted Advanced manufacturing “We are in the process of short-term courses through the is the use of technology to im- (phasing) out plant mainte- college’s continuing education prove products and processes nance and the mechatronics division. in manufacturing that requires program will need to be devel- Though “good skills to have,” specialized, skilled workers. oped and that has an approval Clarke said others are needed SCC’s move to offer more in process,” said Beverlee Nance, to give students a competitive that area is in line with other vice president of Workforce edge. community colleges across the and Community Development “Are they skills that are go- state – including Robeson Com- for SCC. ing to attract employers or munity College – that have al- The new academic programs help you modernize or be com- ready implemented these types could begin as early as the petitive? I’m thinking probably of programs. 2016-2017 school year. Related not,” Clarke said. workforce training programs Gary Lanier, Columbus may start earlier. County economic development The skills summit was an director said, “I think you’re on Ezzell family opportunity to “hear what is the right track with the plumb- going on from the employer ing, masonry and so forth.” reunion Oct. 4 David Passmore, Ray Cockrell and Sara Thompson observe the groundbreaking. perspective” and the changes The former plant manager The families of William Han- are employer-focused, said Dr. expressed his preference of hir- sel and Hattie Fowler Ezzell and Anthony Clarke, SCC president. ing specialized tradesmen for all connected to the Ezzells will “This is about the employers particular tasks over tying up hold their family reunion Sun- Middle school in the room and what we can maintenance staff. “We always Continued from page 1-A day, Oct. 4 at Columbus County do to support them with their ran lean with our maintenance Shrine Clubhouse on Mill Pond guys and if you had a mainte- mission to create the public school and middle school stu- current operations and future Road, Whiteville. nance guy that had those skills charter school created as a dent and this facility will al- operations, as well as play the Doors will open at 10 a.m. that was great but they were “no-fail” and “no-suspen- low us to better meet student role that the college needs to and lunch will be served at 12:30 always so busy maintaining sion” institution. needs,” said Larry Hewitt play in helping economic devel- p.m. Everyone should bring a equipment.” Today, the academy serves of the Flemington Academy opment.” covered dish and drink. 84 middle and high school Board of Education. “It’s students. Roughly half of the going to be awesome for the students are residents of the young people.” Boys and Girls Homes. Boys and Girls Homes of In 2014, six of 10 graduates North Carolina, Inc., has went to college. been helping children since In 2015, six of 13 graduates 1954. Since then, nearly 5,000 enrolled in college. Of 13 children have benefitted by seniors this year, “I expected Principal Tom Simmons the services of the not-for- SEPTEMBER 7 or 8 to be in college, too,” profit organization Simmons said. young people know there is For more information, go “Those who work with a different animal in a high to boysandgirlshomes.org. SPECIALS

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He will give a program for was a professor and editor of now lives in the “new house” All Fountain 2 Liter the Lake Waccamaw Book Pembroke magazine at UNC that was built on the family Coke Club Monday at 11 a.m. at Pembroke for 30 years. His lat- farm in 1952. Lance Drinks Lake Waccamaw Town Hall. est book, “Fiddledeedee,” was Stephenson has written Crackers 16, 24 & 32 Oz. ¢ A UNC Chapel Hill gradu- published earlier this year. An several books, including 99 Ea. ate, Stephenson earned a mas- earlier book, “Plankhouse,” is “Family Matters: Homage to ter’s degree at the University about the small house he lived July, the Slave Girl,” which 6 Pack Cans of Pennsylvania and a Ph.D. in with three older siblings won the 2008 Bellday Poetry ¢ Coke Products at the University of Wiscon- and his parents until he was Prize, and “Possum,” the 2002 sin. He chaired the English 14. That house is now a family winner of the Bright Hill 3/$ 00 department at Campbell Col- museum, with photos dating Press Poetry Chapbook Com- 5 lege for several years and back a century or more. He petition. 69 2 Liter Red Bull Pepsi Parking now prohibited on Hay Street 8 Oz. ¢ 99 Ea. Currie said the move came “With all the extra traffic By JEFFERSON WEAVER 28 Oz. Staff Writer due to the increased traffic at through there, especially with the new McDonald’s. everything coming off the Gatorade Vehicles parked along the bypass and heading for the 2/$ 22 The popularity of a new 2/$ local restaurant has led to two-block stretch of road can McDonald’s, staff thought it 2/$ 00 a prohibition on streetside hide from visibility oncoming best to try to reduce the haz- 3 parking near the eatery. traffic, Currie said. ards right now.” 1 4 At their recent meeting, With the increased traffic The parking prohibition Whiteville city council mem- at the restaurant, especially won’t be enforced until signs bers approved a suggestion into and out of the drive-thru, have been erected, Currie by the police and city plan- the problem has become more said. Sam’s Pit Stop ning staff to add Hay Street critical in recent weeks. The police department WHITEVILLE - 2 Locations: 503 Jefferson Street & 1707 South Madison Street between U.S. 701 Business “It’s hard to see around ve- will also be notifying adjoin- BOLTON: 1128 Green Swamp Road • HALLSBORO: 4236 Sam Potts Hwy. hicles parked along the side of ing property owners of the • DELCO: Hwy. 74-76 • LAKE WACCAMAW: Old Hwy. 74, across from post office and the bypass (Powell Boule- • CHADBOURN: 101 Strawberry Blvd. vard). City Manager Darren the road there,” Currie said. change. 10-A – The News Reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015

Residents urged to get that shot Bridge coming down at Blackrock By JEFFERSON WEAVER tain. The truss bridges regu- crease in the amount of daily Staff Writer larly suffered severe damage traffic.” now instead of the flu later from transfer trucks – not just Officials discussed using The iconic steel truss bridge from weights that were double explosives to demolish the physicians’ offices also offer cine will immunize people By RAY WYCHE over the Cape Fear River at the original specification in bridge, but due to safety con- the shots. against four strains of flu, Staff Writer Blackrock was dismantled and 1954, but from oversized heavy cerns, opted to break it down State health officials point- including the H1N1 virus and lowered to a barge in the river equipment striking and damag- and lower it to the surface of A sign that seasons are ed out that flu can be a seri- other strains of the disease last week. ing the steel frame. the river. passing and winter is im- ous illness. Most residents that officials expect to show The new modern section of An excavator caused thou- Work has already begun on minent is the profusion of who experience extreme ill- up during the coming flu the N.C. 11 bridge opened to sands of dollars in damage in renovating the causeway that notices to get your flu shot. ness because of the disease season. Last year’s vaccine traffic on the evening of Sept. May 2014 and closed the old held the two lanes leading to “It’s not too early,” acting are adults over the age of 65, offered protection from three 11, marking the end of the first bridge for months. Traffic had the steel bridge. Eventually state Health Director Dr. Me- children ages 5 and younger, strains of the disease. phase of the bridge replace- to be detoured to Elizabethtown the new roadway will be on gan Davies said. pregnant women and people About 2,000 flu shots were ment project. “Everyone hates and Wilmington, with small the same level as the upriver This year’s vaccine, un- with chronic illnesses such administered last year by the to see something like that come vehicle traffic crossing the El- section of the bridge. like that of previous influ- as diabetes and heart trouble. health department. down,” said Drew Cox of the well Ferry. Dozens of vehicles “They’ll be using some of enza seasons, offers longer The best protection The entire state’s death Department of Transportation, backed up on both sides of the original roadway, after it’s lasting protection. against the flu is the vac- toll from influenza last flu “but it couldn’t handle the traf- the ferry landing during peak widened and evened out,” Cox Most flu outbreaks in the cination but there are other season was 218 persons; fic anymore. The truss bridge drive times, and big truck traf- explained. The bridge that has past reached their peaks in actions that people can take the number by age groups was installed when only a fic increased by more than 100 been featured in a number of January and February, lead- that will lessen their chances showed that 180 victims were small fraction of today’s traffic percent in Elizabethtown, ac- television and movie scenes ing many residents to delay of picking up the disease. over the age of 65, two be- crossed the Cape Fear between cording to police. will still be put to use, Cox getting the vaccinations and State health professionals tween 5 and 17 years old, 14 in Riegelwood and Kelly in Bladen The traffic counts were explained. “After it’s broken leaving them unprotected advise frequent hand wash- the 25 to 45 age group, and 22 County. It was one of three indicative of how traveling down, the steel will be recy- during the fall and early ing, cover cough and sneezes in the 50 to 64 category. truss bridges over the Cape has changed along the N.C. 11 cled,” he said, and added, “even winter months. with a tissue, and if you are “The flu can hit any age Fear. The Tar Heel Bridge was route, Cox said. “Commerce, a though the new bridge is safer Flu immunizations are sick stay home at least 24 group,” Smith said. replaced earlier this year, and lot of commerce, flows down and nicer, a lot of people will available at the Columbus hours after your temperature Statewide, last flu season’s the McGirt Bridge in Elizabeth- that highway,” he said. “The miss the old span.” County Heath Department returns to normal. death toll of 218 people was town came down in the 1980s. old bridges couldn’t handle Construction on the project clinics (old hospital) begin- Director Kim Smith of the the highest in the past six In each case, Cox explained, the weight and stress of new began in 2012, and is expected ning Sept. 28 from 1 until 4 Columbus County Health De- years, state health officials the new bridges are wider, trucks, even without taking to be completely finished by p.m. Most pharmacies and partment said this year’s vac- said. stronger and easier to main- into account the drastic in- 2017. Sports The News Reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 - Page 1B Jones Senior trips Aynor avoids East Columbus Vike upset bid TRENTON - The host Jones Senior Trojans AYNOR, S.C. - Despite another three- jumped to a 14-0 lead in the first four minutes of touchdown night by senior back Fred Evans play and held a 32-12 halftime lead in defeating and a gutty all-around underdog effort, the the visiting East Columbus Gators 32-18 Friday West Columbus Vikings fell to the host Aynor in a non-conference football game. Blue Jackets 40-32 Friday night in an interstate All of the Jones Senior points came in the high school football match-up. first half, including two touchdowns in the final In the opening minute of the fourth quar- 50 seconds of the half. The Trojans improved ter, West Columbus got a game-tying touch- their season record at 2-3. The loss dropped the down run from 23 yards out by Marco Torres. East Columbus record to 1-3. With the score tied 32-32, Coach Jason Jones’ Coach Rocky Lewis’ East Columbus team, Vikings went for a go-ahead two-point conver- coming off a 30-12 win over Trask to snap a sion, but was stopped short of the goal line by 14-game losing streak, found itself trailing the Blue Jacket defense. Friday virtually from the outset as Jones Senior Aynor got the game-deciding points mid- blocked an East Columbus punt in the opening way through the final period when quarter- minute and took the ball over at the Gator 15- back Caleb Jenerette scored his second touch- yard line. Jaiquan Jones scored on a one-yard down of the night on a one-yard sneak and run for a 6-0 Trojan lead with just over two then added a two-point conversion run. minutes gone in the game. The game was virtually won in the points- The Trojans opened their next possession after-touchdown category as Aynor converted with a 52-yard touchdown pass from A.J. Taylor all five of its two-point attempts while shut- to Jaquan Jones. ting down four of five two-point tries by West East Columbus got its first points with two Columbus. minutes, 25 seconds left in the first quarter on a Aynor led at halftime 32-26 after the two nine-yard pass from Leumichael Jones to Dexter squads combined for 42 second-quarter McKoy. The score cut the Trojan lead to 12-6, but points. Neither team scored in the third quar- failed to cash in on the two-point conversion try. ter of the otherwise high-scoring clash. Jones Senior got a big lift in the final 20 seconds Aynor, which never trailed in the game, of the first quarter when Javon Edwards scored moved its season record to 3-1. Jenerette, son on a five-yard run. A two-point conversion pass of Blue Jacket head coach Jody Jenerette, from Kyler Rouse to Dewayne Bryant upped the carried the ball 17 times for 98 yards. He also Jones Senior advantage to 20-6. completed four passes for 47 yards. Trying to keep things close, East Columbus West Columbus, whose season record put together a scoring drive midway through slipped to 1-3, was again paced on the offen- the second quarter as Terry “T.J.” Brown bolted sive side of the football by the fleet-footed for 12 yards and a touchdown to cut the deficit Evans. Evans carried the ball for 92 yards to 20-12. on 15 carries, including scoring runs of 6, 34 With 47 seconds remaining in the second and 10 yards, He also scored the Vikings’ only quarter, Taylor ran 17 yards for the Trojans’ two-point conversion of the night on a first- fourth touchdown of the night for a 26-12 lead. quarter run. East Columbus fumbled the ball away on Viking quarterback Johnny McFadden its next possession and that led to a 15-yard completed three of eight passes for 61 yards touchdown pass from Taylor to Austin Davis and gave up one interception. McFadden also with three seconds left in the half for a 32-12 ran the ball 11 times for 65 yards, including halftime advantage. a five-yard touchdown jaunt. Torres added 57 East Columbus got the only score of the sec- yards rushing, including his 23-yard touch- ond half on a four-yard run by Trumal Bald- down sprint on five carries. He also caught a win with nine minutes left in the third quarter. McFadden pass for 15 yards. The Gators were penalized 10 times for 89 Aynor got on the scoreboard with less than yards. three minutes gone in the game on a 31-yard ECHS had 167 yards of total offense. touchdown run by Dixon. Dixon also added Staff photo by FULLER ROYAL Brown was the game’s leading rusher with the two-point conversion run for an 8-0 Blue 86 yards and a touchdown on eight carries for Volley rivals Jacket lead. the Gator squad. Jones completed six passes With just under four minutes remaining for 40 yards for ECHS, which was playing Whiteville High volleyball players Sabra Best (10) and Malerie Leviner (13) team up for a block against a shot by East Columbus’ Summer Williamson in Thursday’s Three Rivers in the first quarter, Evans got the first Viking Jones Senior for the first time. TD on a six-yard run and then added the two Jones Senior, a member of the Coastal 1A-2A Conference volleyball match at the WHS gym. At far right is WHS player Lilli point conversion run. Plains 1A Conference, had 267 yards of total Inman. Whiteville pulled out a 3-2 victory in a tight match between the longtime rivals. Aynor regained the lead on the first play of offense. the second quarter on a 10-yard run by Blake, East Columbus will step into Three Rivers and Jenerette ran a keeper for the two-point 1A-2A Conference action Friday when it is conversion for a 16-8 lead. scheduled to play host to the South Columbus TRC football clashes to open on Friday Moments later, Evans broke loose on his Stallions. 34-yard TD run, but the Vikings fell short on In their previous 24 meetings, East Colum- Three Rivers Conference football action will unfold at East Columbus as the Gators the two-point conversion as Aynor still held bus has never beaten South Columbus. will open this Friday night with four longtime will be playing host to South Columbus at the lead 16-14, rivalry games on tap. 7:30. East Columbus (1-3) has never record- But over the final three minutes of the sec- In Columbus County, Whiteville will travel ed a win over the Stallions since the rivalry ond quarter, Jenerette scored on a two-yard to take on West Columbus at 7:30 p.m. White- began in 1992. run for Aynor that was answered by a five- Bass wins contest ville, holding a 2-2 record, has not lost to West Whiteville and South Columbus will yard run by WC’s McFadden with a minute Donald Ray Bass of Chadbourn came away Columbus (1-3) since 2002, and Friday’s game both be going into Friday night’s action fol- left. Zach Todd added a two-yard Aynor scor- the winner Week 3 of the Allstate-Angela will mark the 50th anniversary of the Viking- lowing open dates last Friday. ing run, and with 26 seconds left in the half, Slagle Agency Pigskin Picks Contest. Bass Wolfpack football rivalry. In Robeson County, neighboring rivals Evans ripped off his 10-yard scoring run. The tied Matt Register and Mike Tyndall with 14 Whiteville won the Three Rivers Confer- Fairmont (2-2) and South Robeson (0-4) half ended with Aynor ahead 32-26. correct picks each and came out on top with ence championship last year and tied South will be squaring off at Fairmont, and Red West Columbus will open Three Rivers 1A- a correct tie-breaker answer. Columbus for the TRC title in 2013. Springs (4-0) will be traveling to meet St. 2A Conference action Friday by playing host Freddie Norris of Black’s Tire Service was Another Columbus County rivalry game Pauls (0-4). Kick-off for both games is 7:30 . to Whiteville. the top VIP picker.

SCHS grabs 5th straight Three Rivers volley win

VINEGAR HILL - The South Co- lumbus volleyball team continued to roll through its Three Rivers 1A-2A Conference schedule Thursday as it shut out visiting St. Pauls 3-0. The defending TRC champion Lady Stallion team dominated the match by scores of 25-12, 25-10 and 25-9 and again had a strong balanced attack as they put their conference record at 5-0. The SCHS season record stands at 10-1 with its lone loss coming against non-conference rival West Brunswick. Madison Spencer had seven ser- vice points, including four aces, and added eight kills. Taylor Turbeville had seven service points and seven kills while Mattie Johnson added six kills. Hailey Sarvis had 28 assists and 11 service points. Carly Cribb had eight service points and Lindsey Lewis had seven service points.

In photo at left, South Columbus volleyball player Taylor Turbev- ille goes high to make a smash over the net in Thursday’s Three Rivers Conference match with Staff photo by Franklin Davis St. Pauls. Williams Township quarterback Aveon Bellamy breaks loose for a touchdown run in last week’s Columbus County Middle School League football game with Tabor City at the South Columbus Staff photo by Franklin Davis High School field. Williams Township won 18-6. The News Reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 - 2B Girls Tennis round-up Three Rivers Conference Lady Pack takes win football records Conf. Overall PF PA over East Columbus Red Springs 0-0 4-0 92 28 The Whiteville High School def. Anna Ezzell (W), 7-5, 4-6, girls tennis team remained (12-10), Natalie Royal (W) def. Si- Whiteville 0-0 2-2 88 85 unbeaten in Three Rivers Con- erria Bryant, 6-1, 6-1; K. Baldwin Fairmont 0-0 2-2 122 117 ference play Thursday with an (W) def. Aquilla Mitchell, 6-0, 6-0. Doubles: Barnhill-Snipes (W) West Columbus 0-0 1-3 120 126 8-1 win over East Columbus at def. King-Canady, 8-0; Ezzell- East Columbus 0-0 1-3 60 124 the WHS courts. Moss (W) def. Jacobs-Jenkins South Robeson 0-0 0-4 38 149 Results follow: 8-1; Royal-Baldwin (W) def. Mitch- Whiteville 8, East Columbus 1 ell-Jacobs, 6-1. South Columbus 0-0 0-4 26 135 Singles: Chase Barnhill (W) def. In Thursday’s other St. Pauls 0-0 0-4 44 180 Heather King, 6-4, 6-2; Sarahgrace Three Rivers Conference Snipes (W) def. Hillary Jacobs, 6-1, tennis action, St. Pauls 6-3; Aundria Moss (W) def. Miracle slipped past South Colum- Jenkins, 6-0, 6-4; Haley Canady (EC) FRIDAY’S RESULTS bus 5-4. Jones Senior 32, East Columbus 18 Aynor, S.C. 40, West Columbus 32 Wednesday soccer results Whiteville - OPEN South Columbus 8 South Columbus - OPEN West Columbus 0 Red Springs 16, Lakewood 14 Yonatan Barrera and Alfonso Pantaleon each scored two goals Fairmont 44, South Brunswick 0 in the South Columbus 8-0 soccer victory over West Columbus St. Pauls - OPEN Wednesday. Other SCHS goals were scored by Aaron Graham, Jamie Harrelson, Jose Ramirez and Christian Hernandez. Harrells 40, South Robeson 20 Red Springs 5 THIS FRIDAY’S GAMES East Columbus 4 Whiteville at West Columbus Red Springs scored two goals in the final 28 seconds to over- South Columbus at East Columbus come visiting East Columbus 5-4. Gerson Brown scored three East Columbus goals while Alex Alverado had the other. South Robeson at Fairmont Staff photos by FULLER ROYAL Red Springs at St. Pauls Whiteville 2 East Columbus High School tennis players (clockwise from Pender 1 (ot) Games begin at 7:30 p.m. upper left) Heather King, Miracle Jenkins, Hillary Jacobs Will Hinson and Caleb Thompson scored the Whiteville goals and Haley Canady compete in Thursday’s Three Rivers in the 2-0 WHS victory. Conference match with Whiteville at the WHS courts. Logan Hester and Logan Butler each had an assist for White- ville. Wednesday at SCC Wolfpack girls squad cop TRC cross country meet Grace Morningstar and of19:06 while Red Springs Ivy Long had another 1-2 fin- placed four runners in the top ish Wednesday in pacing the 10 finishers for a 31-point win- Whiteville High School girls ning total. cross country team to the top Zach Hatch had the top boys team finish at the Three Rivers finish for Whiteville with a Conference meet held at South- seventh place. eastern Community College. Other runners for White- Red Springs took first place ville were Chase Gore, Brenton in the boys division. Lanier, Christopher Thread- Morningstar turned in first- gill, J.T. Pridgen, Timothy place time of 21:08 in the five- Myers and Steven Williams. kilometer run while Long In a TRC meet held on posted a clocking of 22:56 for Sept. 9 at Lumberton’s Luther the Lady Wolfpack. Britt Park, Whiteville’s Grace Whiteville’s Hannah Dun- Morningstar, Ivey Long and can finished seventh and Al- Hannah Duncan snared the lyson Patrick took 11th in the top three places in the girls event. Shawnee Young and division. Miriam Davenport finished in Morningstar’s winning 13th and 20th places for Coach time was 21:18 while Long Will Dorn’s Lady Pack. finished in 23:17 and Duncan Whiteville won with a to- in 24:45. Ellen McLam finished tal of 32 points, followed Red seventh as the Lady Wolfpack Springs with 41 and St. Pauls easily claimed the team title. with 41. Fairmont also com- Allison Browning also com- peted in the meet, but did not peted for the Lady Wolfpack. have enough entrants in order St. Pauls won the boys divi- to figure in the team standings. sion and Zach Hatch was the Staff photos by Franklin Davis Continued from 1B South Robeson’s Austin top finisher for the Whiteville Whiteville cross country runner Grace Morningstar takes a Whiteville High School cross country runner Zach Hatch Hunt took first place in the boys squad with a seventh sprints for the finish line in last Wednesday’s Three Rivers first-place finish in Wednesday’s Three Rivers Conference boys division with a time place. meet at SCC. Conference meet at SCC. Hatch was the top WHS finisher in the boys division. Thursday volleyball results Whiteville 3 East Columbus 2 (see (photo on 1B) Whiteville came away with the tight match by scores of 25-13, 21-25, 25-16, 21-25 and 15-7. Whiteville’s Lilli Inman had 14 kills and five service aces. Grace Nance had 22 assists for the Lady Wolfpack. Whiteville won the junior varsity match by scores of 25-10 and 25-21.

Also, South Robeson edged West Columbus 3-2. Thursday soccer results Whiteville 1 West Bladen 0 Whiteville’s Will Hinson scored the match’s only goal on a penalty kick.

East Columbus 5 Lejeune 0 N.C. State Dance Team conducts local workshop Scoring goals for East Columbus were Alex Alverado, Ja’meon Brown, Gerson Brown, Bray McKeithan And Tavo Members of the North Carolina State University Dance Team conducted a dance workshop on Aug. 29 at Simply Palacios. Alverado and Chris Bravo each had two assists. Dance studios in Whiteville. The Saturday event, hosted by Jessica McPherson of Simply Dance, drew partici- pants of ages 12-19. The N.C. State dance team members included former Whiteville High School cheerleader South Columbus 2 Macelyn Batten (above photo, front row, second from left). Emanuel Christian (Hartsville, S.C.) 2 Yonaton Barrera and Jamie Harrelson scored South Co- lumbus goals off assists from Antonio Pineda. Girls middle school soccer results WEDNESDAY West Columbus 4 Hallsboro 0 West Columbus’ Brinkley Arnold scored two goals while Leah Floyd and Chiara Marie Strickland had one each.

THURSDAY West Columbus 5 Chadbourn 2 Brinkley Arnold scored four West Columbus goals and Chiara Marie Strickland added one goal.

Central 9 Hallsboro 0 Claire Smith and Olivia Smith led Central with two goals each, followed by Jazmin Faison, Grace High, Maggie High, Brinkley Martin and Kaitlyn McPherson with one apiece. McPherson also collected three assists. Pack The News Reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 - 3-B

Sports Calendar Today September 21 Soccer Mintz Christian at Columbus Christian. 4 p.m. Middle School Girls Soccer Hallsboro at Williams Middle, 4 p.m. WCHS at Acme-Delco. 4 p.m. Tabor City at Chadbourn, 4 p.m. Central at Nakina, 4 p.m. Boys Soccer St. Pauls at ECHS. 4:30 p.m. Junior Varsity Boys Soccer WHS at Wilmington Christian. 5 Boys Soccer Red Springs at WHS. 6 p.m. Volleyball Mintz Christian at Columbus Central’s Amaziah Freeman pursues a Leland ball carrier. Christian. 6 p.m. Tuesday September 22 Girls Tennis WCHS at St. Pauls. 4 p.m. SCHS at Red Springs, 4 p.m. Fairmont at ECHS, 4 p.m. Volleyball SCHS at Red Springs (Junior Var- sity and Varsity) 4:30 p.m. Fairmont at ECHS (Junior Varsity and Varsity) 4:30 p.m. WCHS at St. Pauls (Junior Varsity & Varsity) 4:30 p.m. Hallsboro’s Camron Jacobs (88) and Jerome Beck (18) combine to bring down the WHS at South Robeson (Junior Lumberton runner. Also shown is Lavarr Jones (12). (Photo by Hannah Bullock) Varsity & Varsity) 4:30 p.m. Boys Soccer West Bladen at WCHS, 5 p.m. Middle School Football Jamboree at WCHS, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Tabor City quarterback, Brandon Cox unleashes a pass September 23 downfield against Williams. Girls Tennis West Brunswick at WHS, 4 p.m. Boys Soccer Red Springs at WCHS, 4:30 p.m. Cross Country: WHS at Luther Britt Park, Lumberton, Red Springs hosting, 4:30 p.m. Boys Soccer WHS at St. Pauls, 6 p.m. ECHS at Lejuene, 6 p.m. Thursday September 24 Middle School Girls Soccer Acme-Delco at Hallsboro, 4 p.m. Girls Tennis WHS at SCHS, 4 p.m. Middle School Girls Soccer Williams Middle School The Central Hornets defense brings down the runner. at WCHS, 4 p.m. Central at Tabor City, 4 p.m. Nakina at Chadbourn, 4 p.m. Girls Tennis ECHS at WCHS, 4 p.m. Volleyball WHS at SCHS (Junior Varsity and Varsity) 4:30 p.m. Hallsboro’s Curtis Watson looks to escape a Lumberton ECHS at WCHS (Junior Varsity & tackler. Varsity) 4:30 p.m. Boys Soccer Scotland Co. at WHS ( Junior Varsity & Varsity) 5 p.m. Junior Varsity Football WCHS at WHS, 6:30 p.m. ECHS at SCHS. 6:30 p.m. Friday September 25 Soccer Columbus Christian at Liberty Christian, 4 p.m. Volleyball Columbus Christian at Liberty Christian, 6 p.m. Football SCHS at ECHS. 7:30 p.m.

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HD Ray Donovan : “Poker” Homeland Masters of Sex HD Inside NFL SHOW Ray Donovan : “Poker” Ray Donovan (N) HD Masters of Sex (N) HD Ray Donovan HD Masters of Sex HD The News reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 - 7B Sell it, find it...in the Classifieds NOTICES 180 Farm Supplies AUTOMOTIVE 435 Water Front Homes 010 Found 190 Farm Equipment 320 Cars 440 Commercial 020 Lost 200 Computers/Software 330 Trucks 460 Lots 030 Personals 210 Heaters & Firewood 335 Vans & SUVs 470 Land 060 Special Notices 230 Miscellaneous 340 Vehicle Accessories 480 Farms WANTED 240 Produce 350 Travel Trailers 490 Auctions 360 Motorcycles SELL YOUR HOME 070 Wanted To Buy EMPLOYMENT RENTALS 365 ATVs In the classifieds... 080 Wanted To Rent 250 General Employment 500 Houses SALE ITEMS 255 Drivers & Delivery MARINE 510 Resort Homes 370 Boats 085 Auctions 260 Health/Medical 520 Apartments 375 Jet Skis 530 Manufactured Housing $ 95 090 Lawn Mowers 270 Employment Wanted 100 Pets & Animals 380 Trailers 540 Condominiums 110 Appliances SERVICES 390 Motors 550 Rooms 275 Financial Services 29 120 Antiques 400 Accessories 570 Commercial Your ad runs 3 times (twice in the News Reporter, and SAMPLE 130 Yard & Garage Sales 280 Child Care REAL ESTATE 580 Land once in the News Times) and reaches practically all the 140 Clothing 290 Business Opportunities SALES 590 Equipment households in Columbus County. 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Call for immediate 2014 ForD eSCape TITaNIuM, 840-3518 or 653-4831. questions. 1.6L Ecoboost, auto, sunroof, 24k, 212 w. 3rD ave-Chadbourn; 2bd. September 10, 21, 2015 occupancy in quality, Village Oaks I $25,500. Fair Bluff Ford 649-7531 1ba.; W/D hookup, back yard, lawn 3 BeDrooM, 2 BaTh singlewide for affordable housing care incl; $650/mo. $650 security rent, $500 per mo. $550 dep. Williams NoTICe To CreDITorS deposit; first month’s rent free for Township area. Call Monday - Friday. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA communityf or the elderly/ Apartments qualifying applicant, apply @ car- 910-234-6596. No calls after 6 pm. 15-E-345 tretteproperties.managebuilding. COUNTY OF COLUMBUS disabled/handicapped For Sale. 2 BR, 2 bath trailer. Need Quality affordable ****Publisher’s Notice**** com; contact: 252-756-2920 The undersigned, DIANA G. ELLIOTT in Bladenboro. equal housing opportunity & had some repair. 550 Ramsey Ford 2 & 3 BR apartments All real estate advertised herein is 3 Br, 1 1/2 BaTh house, car- Rd., Nakina. 645-6673 or 910-918- LONG, has qualified as Executrix of Water, sewer, trash subject to the Federal Fair Housing port, $650 month. Security deposit 3636. the Estate of ROBERT K. HUGHES, Act, North Carolina and Columbus included. Utilities all in Bladenboro. required. Call 910-368-6652. late of Columbus County, and this is Fair Housing Law which makes it ille- to notify all persons having claims All electric. Water, sewer/ gal to advertise any preference, limita- electric. 3 Br, 1 BaTh house, outside stor- against said Estate to present them to trash included. Laundry tion, or discrimination based on race, age. CH/A. $550 month, + deposit. color, religion, sex, handicap, familial the undersigned on or before Decem- Private patios. Laundry References required. 910-368-6652, facility and playground on- status or national origin, or intention For reNT - CoMMerCIal building ber 14, 2015, pursuant to North Car- facility on-site. 24-hour 840-1433. completely renovated. Fire alarm sys- site. 24-hour to make any such preferences, limi- olina General Statute 28A-14-1, or emergency maintenance. tem up to code. Near downtown emergency maintenance. Whiteville. 642-5179. this notice shall be pled in bar of their Rental assistance recovery. All persons indebted to said Rental assistance For reNT Downtown Commercial available. We Buy or sell lots on Estate will please make immediate available. Building. Spacious parking. Call J.L. payment to the undersigned at the Handicap accessible. Handicap accessible. Waccamaw Shores Powell & Co., Inc. (910) 642-4049. following address: Applications are processed Applications are processed For reNT/leaSe - 1,200 sq. ft. 6 This the 14th day of September, 2015. immediately at no cost. room office. Powell Plaza. Call Mem- DIANA G. ELLIOTT LONG immediately at no cost. Dupree Landing ory Enterprises 910-642-5824. 717 SAVANNAH ROAD Apply in person or call to Apply in person or call to TABOR CITY, NC 28463 request an application at: request an application at: Development Corporation C. Greg Williamson 303 Pecan Street, 2K Ed Johnson, President Williamson, Walton & Scott, LLP 303 Pecan Street, 2K Attorneys at Law MoBIle hoMe loTS For reNT. Bladenboro, NC 28320 Bladenboro, NC 28320 P.O. Box 1467 (910) 207-2913 294 Thompsontown Rd., Whiteville. (910)863-4365 (910)863-4365 Tony Stanley 840-2454. Whiteville, NC 28472 [email protected] Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 2015. The News reporter, Monday, September 21, 2015 - 9B

of the purchaser is the return of the Whiteville, NC 28472 Notice of Service deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of Telephone: 910-642-8136 of process by the sale is challenged by any party, Aug. 31, Sept. 7, 14, 21, 2015 publication the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, NoTICe To CreDITorS may declare the sale to be void and Having qualified as Executrix of the STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA return the deposit. In either event estate of Theonia Fowler Saunders, IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE the purchaser will have no further deceased, late of Columbus Coun- COUNTY OF COLUMBUS recourse against the Mortgagor, the ty, the undersigned hereby notifies DISTRICT COURT DIVISION Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney all persons having claims against FILE NO.: 15 CV 841 or the Trustee. the estate of said decedent to pres- COUNTY OF COLUMBUS ent them to the undersigned within Don’t Miss the Additional Notice Where the Real Plaintiff Property is Residential With Less three (3) months from the date of the Vs. Than 15 Rental Units: first publication, or this notice will be ALPHONSO WEEKS; UNKNOWN An order for possession of the prop- pleaded in bar of their recovery. All HEIRS OF JOHN GEORGE, SYLVES- erty may be issued pursuant to G.S. persons indebted to said estate will TER GEORGE, M.C. GEORGE, HAT- 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and please make immediate payment. TIE ALFORD, SYLVESTER ALFORD, against the party or parties in posses- This the 11th day of September, 2015. NEAL RAYMOND ALFORD and/or sion by the clerk of superior court of Gloria Saunders McCabe, JAMES NEAL ALFORD, the county in which the property is Executrix of the estate of Defendants sold. Any person who occupies the Theonia Fowler Saunders, To: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JOHN property pursuant to a rental agree- 1344 Charleston Lane GEORGE, SYLVESTER GEORGE, Columbia, TN 38401 2015 ment entered into or renewed on M.C. GEORGE, HATTIE ALFORD, or after October 1, 2007, may, after Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 2015 SYLVESTER ALFORD; NEAL RAY- receiving the notice of sale, terminate MOND ALFORD and/or JAMES NEAL NoTICe To CreDITorS the rental agreement upon 10 days’ ALFORD, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA written notice to the landlord. Upon above named Defendants: 15-E-286 termination of a rental agreement, Take notice that a pleading seek- COUNTY OF COLUMBUS the tenant is liable for rent due under ing relief against the Defendants The undersigned, DIANA G. ELLIOTT the rental agreement prorated to the ALPHONSO WEEKS; UNKNOWN LONG, has qualified as Executrix of effective date of the termination. HEIRS OF JOHN GEORGE, SYLVES- the Estate of BERNICE HUGHES, Attorney at Law late of Columbus County, and this Columbus TER GEORGE, M.C. GEORGE, HAT- Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC TIE ALFORD, SYLVESTER ALFORD; is to notify all persons having claims Substitute Trustee NEAL RAYMOND ALFORD and/or against said Estate to present them to 2550 West Tyvola Road, Suite 520 JAMES NEAL ALFORD and naming the undersigned on or before Decem- Charlotte, NC 28217 you as a Defendant has been filed in ber 14, 2015, pursuant to North Car- (704) 442-950 the above entitled action. The nature olina General Statute 28A-14-1, or Sept. 21, 28, 2015 of the relief being sought is as follows: this notice shall be pled in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Tax Foreclosure for the collection of NoTICe To CreDITorS past due Columbus County, NC prop- Having qualified as Executrix of Estate will please make immediate erty taxes. the Estate of Marion B. Stevens, payment to the undersigned at the County Fair You are required to make defense deceased, of Columbus County, State following address: to such pleading not later than the of North Carolina, the undersigned This the 14th day of September, 2015. 19th day of October, 2015, said date does, pursuant to North Carolina DIANA G. ELLIOTT LONG being 40 days from the first publica- General Statute § 28A -I 4I, hereby 717 SAVANNAH ROAD tion of this notice and upon your fail- notify all persons, firms, associations TABOR CITY, NC 28463 Special Section ure to do so the party seeking service or corporations having claims against C. Greg Williamson against you will apply to the court for the estate of the said decedent to Williamson, Walton & Scott, LLP the relief sought. present them to the undersigned on Attorneys at Law This the 3rd day of September, 2015. or before the 30th day of November, P.O. Box 1467 WILLIAM E. WOOD 2015, or this notice will be pleaded Whiteville, NC 28472 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF in bar of their recovery. All persons, Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 2015 100 COURTHOUSE SQUARE firms, associations or corporations WHITEVILLE, NC 28472 indebted to the said estate will please coming in TELEPHONE: 910-642-3965 make payment immediately. STATE BAR NO.: 5901 Authorized and appointed Resident SHORT September 7, 14, 21, 2015 Process Agent to receive all citations, notices, and processes is James E. BROS. Notice of Hill, Jr., James E. Hill, jr, PLLC, 109 October Substitute Courthouse Square, Whiteville, NC 28472. RENT-A-CAR Trustee’s This the 25th day of August, 2015. Foreclosure Sale of CAROL B. HALL $ 95 Executrix of the Estate of DAILY real property Marion B. Stevens 19 Hwy. 701, South of Whiteville JAMES E. HILL, JR., PLLC Attorneys at Law 020267-00375/ 109 Courthouse Square 642-4175 14-SP-178 UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Ora Lee Townsend, dated March 30, 2009 and recorded on April 3, 2009 in Book No. RB 956 at Page 983 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Columbus County, North Carolina; and because of default in the pay- START YOUR ENGINES ment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agree- ments contained therein and, pursu- EACH WEEK! ant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Colum- ADD Want The Get HIGH-SPEED bus County Courthouse, Whiteville, DISH! 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