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growth to bear a crop. It’ll Pills in daily-dose pillbox doesn’t probably be two years down normally put user at risk of arrest the road before the new growth will start bearing,” he added. January 17, 2011 “I have a medical condition told to “use good sense” in The pruning work is being and take Xanax, which is con- case they find a daily pillbox done by Powell’s Tree Service Whiteville.com sidered a controlled substance. in possession of a motorist. from Whiteville that is using Reader I keep one in a small pillbox in “If the officer doesn’t sus- a lift-truck to reach the top Photos my pocketbook in case I have pect or have information that branches of the trees that were an attack. Can I get arrested the individual is attempting set out in the 1920s and1930s. for that?” to sell the medication, or pro- The pruning work must be The Sheriff ’s Drug Unit vide it to some other person finished by mid-March, Ward and police agencies across who doesn’t have a prescrip- said. the county realize many citi- tion for the particular pills, “This is about the latest we zens have daily-dose pillboxes there will be no problem,” can do anything since the sap with medication in them, Worthington said. will start rising.” We enjoyed reader Vicky including some people who “If there’s a need to fur- Once the sap in the tree Glaesner’s sense of hu- regularly take controlled ther investigate, the officer begins moving to the branch- mor in her photo of “Clear- es during the warm days of substances provided by pre- will make determinations ance Sale on lawn mowers spring, pruning work would scriptions. and come to a conclusion in at Tractor Supply” be detrimental to the trees’ Some people put their dai- a timely manner in order to general condition by cutting ly medication of five or more justify arrest or release the Whiteville.com off the flow of the sap that car- pills in pillboxes with days of person and substance. ries nutrients from the ground Biser Ball the week on them, and have “Having the pills outside throughout the tree. Sports Trivia them in their pocketbook or their original container ob- Last fall’s pecan crop at the in other locations in their tained from a drugstore is Question #81: Randy home totaled about 250 pounds, Huggins, the longtime vehicle. technically illegal, but we re- Ward said. The North Carolina chief organizer of the Sheriff’s Drug Detective alize law-abiding citizens use Pecan Growers Association es- BB&T Football Jamboree Lt. Steve Worthington said daily pillboxes, and they’re timated that from the 600 trees enjoyed a standout high officers in his unit, and uni- not subject to arrest,” the in the orchard, the harvest school career in the late formed deputies have been detective added. should have totaled from 40,000 1960s at what Columbus to 150,000 pounds. County high school? Ward said the dry weather Answer: Find it today, Flights last summer made the limbs, at Whiteville.com, in our Continued from page 1-A particularly the smaller Sports Section. branches, more brittle. Strong whom are in their late 80s or County WWII veterans will be winds after the green pecans, Whiteville.com early 90s. on this flight. Another Honor which added considerable You’ve Been Staff photo by Mark Gilchrist “They’re pretty well Flight is scheduled from New weight to the small nut-bearing Spotted whipped,” Trogdon says of Bern on May 4. limbs, were formed on the the veterans when they return Thus far in the program, trees, caused many limbs to Tree tops to Wilmington at the end of a Trogdon says, “More than 400 break. Crews are “topping” more than half of the 600 trees in busy day. veterans have had the chance “The trees were top-heavy the N.C. Boys and Girls Homes pecan orchard to im- Despite the change in their to visit the memorials for the and the weight broke the bear- prove yield, which was a small fraction of its potential daily routine, the ex-service day.” ing twigs,” he said. last year. people handled the stress of Each flight costs $50,000. the trip very well, Trogdon Veterans fly free while the es- says. corts pay $250 each. The Hon- Septage Physical disabilities do not or Flight program operates Continued from page 1-A prevent a veteran from mak- entirely from contributions Whiteville Juniorettes ing the trip. Trogdon said from individuals and busi- concerned that the seating Several residents, con- “Important point: The Semi-Formal Dance one veteran remarked that he nesses. More than $215,000 capacity of 147 might be too cerned about the current and waste at this site wouldn’t be Introducing our new You’ve would like to go but he was was raised last year. small, given the public’s inter- future plans for the 600-acre ‘dumped’- it would be land- Been Spotted photogra- wheelchair-bound. Contributions to the pro- est in the issue,” Akroyd said. tract once proposed as the applied, which includes the pher Krystal Hawkins. “That’s not a problem,” gram are tax deductible and Akroyd said another un- site for a regional landfill, application of waste to a spe- Trogdon says he told the may be sent to Honor Flight of disclosed location “with a called for a public hearing and cific crop at a specific time at a Whiteville.com would-be traveler. Many of Southeastern North Carolina, much larger capacity” has opposed the permit request. specific rate,” Akroyd wrote in those participating on Honor Poll Question P. O. Box 4563, Wilmington, N. been identified but the recent They say they have concerns an email following The News Flights are in wheelchairs of the Week C. 28403. weather conditions have cre- among other things about Reporter’s public information Think vacation! In which TV while others depend on walk- World War II veterans in- ated the need for the facility to environmental damage and request related to the permit. / flm locale would you like ers or canes to help them get terested in taking the flight move events to alternate dates. contamination of their drink- While the state and Waste to visit? about. should call Trogdon (who is a The location should be con- ing water. Management have provided Groups from other states volunteer) at 910-654-1220, or firmed some time in February, Waste Management offi- portions of the file to The It might have had to do with have had problems with “los- the weather, but the largest 910-874-8387 in Wilmington for according to Akroyd. cials say the practice is widely News Reporter, those materi- ing” veterans as some failed to more information. A public notice was issued accepted as a green method als do not indicate the “spe- group of our respondents, return to the bus on schedule at 43 percent, longed to Trogdon is proud of his in November by the state, an- of addressing waste disposal. cific time” or “specific” rate after a stop to view a monu- part in helping WWII veterans nouncing that an application They say the site is ideal for of application. be stranded on Gilligan’s ment, but the locals have never Island in one of our most take advantage of the Honor SLAS-24-08 had been submit- such a project and there is no While the “initial” permit had that problem. Flights. ted pertaining a 41-acre tract threat to the water or Lake calls for more than 50,000 gal- popular polls ever. Less Three buses are required to than half that many, 21 “The trip is free and is a of land south of Bolton and Waccamaw, which is miles lons per acre per year to be move the planeload of people percent, saddled up to ride wonderful, once in a lifetime plans to apply in excess of from the site. sprayed at the site, Waste Man- around, and each bus has a on the Ponderosa ranch. opportunity,” he says. 50,000 gallons of septage per Under state law, no public agement plans to seek a future designated person to count Our third most popular acre per year (gal/ac/yr). hearing is required, and until permit modification that could heads after each stop. fantasy destination sent 12 Waste Management, via late December, it was uncer- lead to more than 160,000 gal- percent to the Little House The ex-service people its subsidiary Riegel Ridge, tain if the state would require lons per acre per year —mak- on the Prairie. The rest (there have been two or three Boys Home filed for the septage land ap- any such hearing. ing it one of the seven largest split their desires between women veterans on the flights) plication site permit to apply A public written comment in load capacity in the state. Hogwarts School, Willy make new friends as a result more than 1.3 million gallons period ended on Dec. 30 but “The initial loadings re- of the trip. American Legion hosts forum of dewatered, lime-treated Akroyd confirmed that a hear- Wonka’s Chocolate Facto- See Septage, page 7-A ry, the Starship Enterprise Post 10 of Wilmington hosted a North Carolina’s leading waste annually to the site in ing would be held. and – surprisingly the least breakfast for the Honor Flight agencies serving children an area known as the Green Both the Columbus County popular – Oz. veterans last month that pro- and families will join county Swamp. Such permitting falls Board of Commissioners and vided the veterans with ample agencies to address key issues to the N.C. Department of the Lake Waccamaw town This Week: Freeze - Cops! opportunities for war stories. in ensuring quality care for Environment and Natural board adopted resolutions “They started telling sto- vulnerable citizens during the Resources Division of Waste opposing the permit and also This week’s phoTos ries. I listened and I got a lot Vulnerable Children and Fami- Management but the state calling for a public hearing to out of it,” Trogdon says. lies Forum, Friday, Jan. 21 at requires no public hearing on be held in Columbus County. Each Honor Flight veteran 11 a.m. at the Boys and Girls such matters. In recent weeks state offi- was presented a book of pic- Homes of North Carolina. According to a public notice cials took issue with the news- tures of some of the trips. The forum is one of 17 published Nov. 15, the 41.8-acre paper and public referring to The back cover of the book events across the state conduct- site will be used for “applica- the process of releasing liquid carried a picture of Kilroy, ed by Benchmarks, a statewide tion of domestic septage from waste as “dumping” waste. the semi-legendary and widely alliance of agencies serving septic tanks, grease septage • HMS Tournament traveled character whose pic- children, adults and families from grease traps, waste from FRANK THEATRES Basketball ture was drawn on about any with vital needs. portable toilets and commer- COASTAL flat surface by servicemen in Presenters include a DSS cial/industrial septage from STADIUM 10 FREE World War II. An elderly per- child advocacy director, a septic tanks where water- standard court-appointed official and a carried waste results from the Showtimes (910) 754-7469 son was on hand to explain – www.FRANKTHEATRES.com SHIPPING client with a success story. process of industry.” as much as it can be explained 5200 Bridgers Road on all orders over $20 – exactly who Kilroy was for at Latest Photos, the benefit of younger people Whiteville.com. in the audience. Check back here, on page 2-A The planned April Honor of The News Reporter each week Flight will be the fourth out of for tips and insights on the latest Wilmington and Trogdon says from Whiteville.com. he hopes that more Columbus

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Set your Editor’s Note: Emily Newton affection on things above, not is the daughter of Richard and on things on the earth.” Elaine Newton, who both lived After the eight-hour sur- and worked in Whiteville for gery, primary surgeon Ran- nearly a decade. Richard was a jan Sudan came out with the trust officer with United Caro- result: The liver was a perfect lina Bank and Elaine taught match. When Emily woke up at Whitevlle Primary School. with her new liver on March They have resided in Raleigh 6, the first thing she remem- since 1995. bered was the Bible verses. An introduction never hap- “The person who gave this pened, just a question blurted liver did not lose their life so out at Emily Newton as she they could give an organ to my shopped for cookie ingredi- daughter, “ Richard Newton ents in a Raleigh Harris Teeter said. “But in losing their life, before Christmas. they gave life to my daughter. “Are you Emily Newton?” That’s a really incredible gift.” the woman asked. Emily logged into Caring- “Uh ... yeah, “ Emily re- Bridge for the first time on sponded, nervous and puzzled. March 12. “It’s so overwhelm- “Can I give you a hug?” ing to just know how many “Um ... sure.” people were there for me, “ she The older woman extended said of the 43,374 visitors to her arms with a smile. Emily, the CaringBridge page. “That 16, slowly stepped forward to was the first time I cried.” Back on the court embrace the stranger. Photo courtesy of The News and Observer Every day, Emily wakes “Your story has been so en- Just eight months after getting a liver transplant, Emily Newton, center, is back on the varsity basketball team at up to a Nerf basketball hoop couraging to me, “ the woman, Broughton High School, where her teammates include Lisa Beltrame, left, and Jamella Foster. whose name Emily doesn’t on her bedroom door. It has a recall, said. “Just watching Then, 25 hours later, the plant coordinator at Duke for Bible verse taped to the back- what you and your family family’s miracle was an- 26 years. “It was amazing at board from Philippians 4:13: went through and how you nounced on CaringBridge: how well it preserved her. I “I can do all things through guys have dealt with it has A special friendship “Praise the Lord!! Emily of- think it did keep her from not Christ which strengthens me.” been awesome.” A little boy in Duke Uni- been in numerous hospitals, ficially has been matched to a slipping into a coma.” See Emily, page 12-A The woman knew Emily versity Hospital let Emily looked up to Emily. donor liver!!!!” from CaringBridge, a web- Newton know how fortu- “It’s such an encourage- 40,000 well wishers site that has documented nate she was with her liver ment to us to see you doing Doctors, nurses and sur- Join the Party! the Broughton High School transplant. better and knowing that geons weren’t sure whether student’s life for the past 10 After her surgery, Emily somebody’s getting out of Emily’s body would stabilize months - and the liver trans- walked the hospital halls for here, “ Raymond’s mother, before her transplant. With plant that gave her another physical therapy. A couple Helen Winter, said to Emily. so much copper in her system, chance at life. of doors from her room was On July 9, Raymond died. she was hours away from kid- Emily didn’t expect to be- 8-year-old Raymond Win- But Emily’s short friendship ney failure. come a CaringBridge celebrity ter’s room. He also was sick with him helped her realize Her brain functioning also or to have her story inspire but he needed a multitude she might be able to help was starting to diminish, strangers. It’s a story even she of things to get better. Emily others who are sick. She has which could have put her in a is still trying to understand. chatted with Raymond every decided to pursue a career in coma. So, Duke doctors turned Endurance at issue time she passed. nursing. to plasmapheresis, a proce- Monday 7:30 - 8:15 • Thursday 7:00 - 7:45 Richard and Elaine Newton “I love little kids, “ she “It made me realize that dure that depletes the liquid say their daughter’s story is said. “It was fun to have a so many more people were part of blood without deplet- about a miracle. Wanda’s School of Dance buddy with me in the hos- going to be a part of my life, ing the body’s blood cells. East Main St., Whiteville Last March, though, they pital.” and ... I owed it to them to “It was the first time that were disappointed with her. As Emily’s condition let myself be a part of their we had used plasmapheresis $5 Per Class • Special: Pay for 8, get 2 FREE Growing up in a Christian progressed, Raymond’s de- life.” for Wilson disease here, “ said Classes Start January 17 family, Emily learned to use clined. His heart weakened. Julie Hudson, a liver trans- her talents from God to the Still, Raymond, a North News and Observer best of her abilities. One place Raleigh resident who had Staff writer Nate Taylor she showed that was on the basketball court. builds up in the liver and can for criticizing their daughter, After a successful freshman reach the brain, eyes, kidneys were taken into a hospital “Preparing for the Promised Land” season at Trinity Academy, and other organs, according to conference room on March 4 she transferred to Broughton the National Digestive Disease and given harsh news: Emily in hopes of eventually playing Information Clearinghouse. needed a liver transplant, and college basketball. Although About one in 40,000 people get she needed it within 18 to 36 Faith and Health Summit Broughton coach Dayna Jor- the disease. hours to live. dan saw talent in Emily, she Emily acquired it because Doctors began scrambling put her on the JV team last she inherited two abnormal to find a matching liver from season because the teenager genes, one from each of her a cadaver. Emily was trans- struggled with her endurance. parents. ferred to Duke University The Newtons thought their Richard and Elaine New- Hospital and moved to the top daughter was not giving maxi- ton, already feeling guilty of the national transplant list. mum effort. “We were yelling at her from the stands saying, ‘You have to hustle! You’re acting SALE NOW IN PROGRESS like you have weights on your legs!’ “ Elaine Newton said. Emily soon found her- Join us to learn how to make your church healthier! self in a new routine: Wake The Sale up, sleep through classes in Saturday, January 29, 2011 10 am - 2 pm school, sleep before basketball Southeastern Community College, T Building practice, sleep after practice, You Have homework and sleep again. Whiteville, NC Teachers noticed that Em- ily’s skin was changing colors Been - she was actually turning yel- Special Guest Speaker: low. Still, Emily went to Dur- ham to try out for the Hoops Dr. Nathaniel Samuel Murrell City U basketball team on Waiting Feb. 28. But shortly after she started the workouts, though, Richard Newton received a For! call from his daughter. “I don’t know what’s wrong, Dad, “ she said, “but I can’t do this.” Non Healthy On March 3, after experi- Our Denominational Lunch encing swelling in her abdo- Event Provided men and an inability to talk clearly with her parents, Em- ily was sent to UNC Hospitals. 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Crime briefs Fugitive Assault Marcel Demont Williams, A 27-year-old woman was as- 22, of West Virgil Street, saulted by three women at the Whiteville, was arrested here Whiteville Recreation Center Jan. 15 by local police as a on Saturday, Jan. 15, according Staff photo fugitive. Williams is wanted to local police. There were no in Horry County, S.C., on a serious injuries reported. Bolton garage forgery charge, records show. A two-story garage with a Chevrolet pickup truck, several Smith said frefghters kept the fames from spreading to Shoplifers tires, and many other items, was destroyed by fre Sat- Norman Webb’s home. The origin of the fre hasn’t been Penny Tabitha Jordan, 21, urday along N.C. 211 north of Bolton. Fire Chief Bryant determined. Co-defendant of Carolina Road, Tabor City, Roger Matthew Jernigan, and Courtney Barnhill Rogers, 23, of Dogwood Road, Green 20, of Hardy Road, Whiteville, Tougher Sea, S.C., has been arrested were arrested here Jan. 13 for Four more arrested Continued from page 1-A for the attempted felony theft shoplifting $79.74 worth of of a heating unit from a home clothing at Walmart, police in drug roundup probation again for these repeat intent to sell in 2007. His new along Will Inman Road, Tabor said. offenders,” Batten stated. charges are two counts of sell- Four more sus- Rober t Jamar City. Jordan was also charged “We are one of the worst ing cocaine. pects – in addition Avant, 19, of Huf f- Sheriff’s Detective Rene with illegal possession of three counties in the state for people Roy Mason, 53, of Chad- to the 15 listed in man Street, Chad- Trevino obtained the warrant Xanax tablets, and Rogers with who are abuse medication got- bourn, was convicted of pos- Thursday’s edition bourn, was arrest- that shows Jernigan tried to possession of marijuana. ten through controlled prescrip- session of cocaine in 2002, and – have been arrest- ed for trafficking steal the item on Dec. 22 from tions. There are 55,000 people possession of marijuana in ed by the Sheriff ’s in opium/heroin the home owned by Wells in Columbus County and they 2000. His new charges are for Drug Unit on fel- by possession, sale Fargo Bank. support 16 pharmacies, includ- selling marijuana. 5.5 miles of wire ony drug charges. F. Mason and delivery of En- Dennis Terrell “Trailmix” ing four major chain store Johnny Lewis Watts, 66, of Frank Loren- docet pills on Dec. Soles, 18, of Dorman Street, stolen from poles operations. Whiteville, was convicted of zo Mason, 39, of 13 to an undercover Tabor City, is a co-defendant More than 5.5 miles of “I feel we have major prob- possession of illegal drugs with Broadway Road, buyer. in the case. copper wire has been sto- lems with pill abuse, and it intent to sell in 2001, selling Chadbour n, was R u f f i n f a c e s len from Progress Energy shows by the number of cases illegal drugs in 1989 and pos- ar rested on two other drug charg- poles across the county the drug unit makes day after session of marijuana in 1995. charges of selling es from his arrest Marijuana since November, according day. They continually find peo- His new charges are traffick- and delivering co- in January 2010 J a m i to a Jan. 13 sheriff ’s report. ple with illegal possession of ing in opium/heroin by selling caine to an under- which are pending Leigh Car- A company representa- pills riding around all over the Percocet. cover buyer. The in court. He was penter, 27, tive said 29,103 feet of wire A.Mason county, and many of the people Other charges sales were on Nov. charged last year who has West has been cut and stolen charged have pills for sale,” the Rodriekoas Frink, 35, of 16 and Dec. 13, 2010. with trafficking in William- from poles, largely in the sheriff pointed out. Evergreen, was convicted of Carpenter A l t o n D e v o n cocaine by posses- son Street, Hallsboro, Lake Wacca- Defendants selling cocaine in 2008, and “Big Pun” Ma- sion and sale, two Whiteville, and Wilmington maw and Bolton areas. Michael Edward Prince, possession of cocaine and mari- son, 31, of Jack’s counts of selling addresses, was arrested here Other thefts of the wire, Ernest Levon McLeod Jr., Wil- juana with intent to sell in 2007. Drive, Chadbourn, cocaine, and pos- Jan. 13 for felony possession which is sold to scrap deal- liam Leon Chestnut, Frank His new charges are selling was ar rested on session of cocaine of marijuana inside the local ers, have been noted in the Lorenzo Mason, Roy Preston marijuana. a charge of sell- a n d m a r i j u a n a jail. Fair Bluff and Cerro Gordo Mason, Johnny Lewis Watts, Antone, 38, of Evergreen, ing and delivering with intent to sell. Whiteville Police Detective areas. Replacement costs Rodriekoas Devon Frink and was convicted of possession marijuana to an Ruffn Ruffin sold 29 Michael Strickland obtained of the wire are estimated Calvin Leverne Antone have of a controlled substance with undercover buyer grams of crack co- the warrant after jailers found at more than $100,000. prior drug convictions in their intent to sell in 2004. His new on Dec. 13. caine on Jan. 22 for the drug. Carpenter had been criminal records. charge is possession of Xanax U n i q u e C a r l $1,100, plus anoth- taken to jail on a charge of as- Prince, 52, of Tabor City, was pills with intent to sell. Ruffin, 26, of Bird er seven grams of sault following an attack on a Wrong convicted of selling cocaine in In addition to these eight, Cage Road, Chad- the same drug on Nakina woman, records show. The pho- 2007 and 1997, plus possession of four of the 19 arrested last bourn, was arrest- Jan. 12 and Jan. 14, t o g r a p h cocaine in 1998. His new charge week have other felony charges ed for selling and 2010, records show. of Jerome Avant is selling cocaine. already in the court system. delivering cocaine He had eight grams Watts was arrested last Au- Robbery Brown in- to an undercover buyer on of cocaine and 30 grams of McLeod, 30, of Fair Bluff, D e r r i c k gust for possession of a fire- c l u d e d i n Dec. 14. marijuana when arrested. was convicted in 2003 of posses- Devon Pierce, Thursday’s sion of cocaine, and possession arm by a felon. Edward Devon 26, of Red Bug i s s u e f o r of marijuana with intent to sell. Grainger, 25, of Tabor City Road, Halls- a drug ar- His new charges are for sell- – arrested for selling cocaine b o r o , h a s r e s t w a s Brown ing cocaine, and trafficking in – is also facing a charge of pos- been arrested the wrong Wrecks trying to fee opium/heroin in sales of pain session of stolen property from on a charge picture fur- Steven Doug- and siren, but the medication. last March. of armed rob- Flee to elude n i s h e d by las Clemmons, 46, driver wouldn’t stop. Cocaine, marijuana bery on a war- Pierce the Sheriff ’s of Whitehall Road, Clemmons drove to Chestnut, 51, of Chadbourn, Unique Carl Ruffin, 26, of rant obtained by Bolton Police Office. Whiteville, was arrest- the intersection where was convicted of possession Chadbourn – arrested for sell- Officer Randy Johnson. J e r o m e ed for felony fleeing to he wrecked, and sus- of cocaine with intent to sell ing cocaine – has charges of Pierce is charged with us- R o n e l l elude arrest Thursday tained some cuts to in 1997, and possession of co- trafficking in cocaine, selling ing a pistol to strike Berryon Brown Jr., night after he wrecked his head. caine in 1996 and 2000. His new cocaine, and possession of Baulkman on his head in the Brown Jr. 18, of Geor- his pickup truck af- C l e m m o n s w a s charges are selling Percocet, cocaine and marijuana with early morning hours of Jan. 5 Clemmons gia Pacific Road, Whiteville, ter skidding on ice at taken to the hospital thereby trafficking in opium/ intent to sell in the court system to disable the victim, and steal was arrested, not Jerome R. heroin. after a January 2010 arrest. the intersection of Whitehall here, where he was “extremely Baulkman’s cash. Brown, 53, of N.C. 410, Chad- Frank Mason, 39, of Chad- Shawn Takeia Jackson, 32, of and Sykes roads northeast of combative,” and was “yelling The robbery took place in bourn. bourn, was convicted of pos- Chadbourn – arrested for sell- Whiteville. profanities” while rejecting “The Alley” in Bolton, a nick- The younger Brown was session of cocaine with intent ing cocaine – has a felony flee Sheriff ’s Deputy Blake Pot- requests to provide blood for name for 13th Street. charged with possession of to sell in 1995 and 2007, plus to elude arrest case in court fol- ter said he was answering a a test to determine the alcohol Pierce faces another felony Endocet pain medication with possession of marijuana with lowing a Dec. 30 vehicle chase. call at 9:40 p.m. to a Whitehall content. charge as well. He was arrested intent to sell, plus maintaining Road home about damage to Potter obtained a search last year for possession of fire- his vehicle as a place to keep property when he saw a pickup warrant and got the blood to arm by a felon, and that case is and illegal sell prescription leave the residence at a high be sent for analysis, and Clem- in the court system. medication. Newspaper ad scam speed. mons was charged with driv- Saturday was busy Potter activated his lights ing while impaired. warning is issued People with classified ads in The News Reporter are warned Break-ins, thefs noted about a caller impersonating advertising representatives at The following were victims of building. for ADR frefghters the newspaper who says their ad has been stopped because of of a break-in and/or a theft s*ANn3TATE%MPLOYEES Saturday began for firefigh- utes, but nobody got hurt,” problems with the credit card used to pay for the space. reported on date shown: Credit Union, Whiteville – at- ers in the Riegelwood commu- Camlin added. No one from the newspaper is making such calls. The appar- s*ANn2ICKY!LAN-C- tempted break-in of automatic nity with a 6:20 a.m. call to the All of the 26 ADR firefight- ent scam came to light Friday afternoon when a man with a Neill, U.S. 76, Fair Bluff – theft teller machine at Southeastern old Wright Chemical location ers then attended an eight- classified ad called to report receiving a request for his credit- of Chevrolet Impala engine. Community College. in Acme where a chemical hour training session, inter- card number. s*ANn2OBBY$EAN'OD- s*ANn2EBECCA!NN7ARD used to clean an old chemical rupted by having to respond The female caller told the man his ad had been stopped win, Williams Road, Claren- Smyrna Road, Whiteville – theft cooling tower ignited. to a highway wreck, and then because of problems with his card number. The man told the don – theft of Stealth electric of Briggs & Stratton generator. “Workers were using Dow- assisting Bolton and Buck- woman he paid cash, questioned her why she was calling, and scooter. s*ANn*ESSE,EVERN therm to flush the old formal- head volunteer firefighters in the woman abruptly ended the call. s*ANn#URTIS$EVON Blanks, Riegelwood – theft of dehyde tower that was being a storage shed fire along N.C. The News Reporter cautions all citizens about supplying Nealy Jr., Tabor City – break-in heavy construction equipment cut into scrap, and the clean- 211 north of Bolton. telephone callers with their credit card number, Social Security along Minos Meares Road, theft from Shaw Road, Riegelwood. ing chemical caught fire,” “We asked for assistance number and other personal information. ADR Fire Chief Steve Camlin in the chemical fire, but the of old car, six Ninja swords, s*ANn2OBERT$ALE#OLE- said. Bolton and Buckhead depart- Harry Potter sword, GE air man, Farley Road, Lake Wacca- “That Dowtherm is a very ments didn’t receive their conditioner. maw – theft of Rossi .357 pistol. strong and smelly chemical, messages from the 9-1-1 Cen- s*ANn7OOTEN,ANDAND s*ANn*ERRY7(OLLAND Man’s ‘friend’ takes his car and it will make you sick. It ter,” Camlin noted. (See fire Timber, N.C. 410 South, Chad- Winston-Salem – break-in of Chris Britt White of Whiteville saw “a friend” outside the Food was a real mess for a few min- photo this page) bourn – break-in, theft of 500 vacant home along N.C. 214, Lion store in South Whiteville Saturday, and gave the man a ride feet of wiring from attic area Hallsboro, theft of TV. to the New Hope Time Saver store. White went inside the store to get a drink, and left the key to his car on the floorboard. The “friend” and car were both gone ‘Legend and a lion’ Church loses $665 when he exited the store at 8:45 a.m. The death of Whiteville attorney Marvin J. Tedder brought the courts in Columbus County to a halt Friday Gunshot was fatal County Fatalities so court officials and attorneys could attend his funeral as gas line stolen Ralph Landon McLean, 69, To this date services. Propane gas, valued at $665, leaked from a tank at the of Arn Ward Road, Whiteville, 2011 …………… 2 Chief District Court Judge Jerry Jolly said, “District died Sunday, at 2:50 p.m. from Hickory Grove Missionary Baptist Church sometime 2010 ..…………...1 Court lost a friend, and the Columbus County Bar lost a Wednesday night after a thief cut and stole the 50-foot piece a gunshot wound to his head, legend and a lion.” of copper tubing from the tank to the church. according to a sheriff ’s report. Total 2010...... 26 Jolly ordered all District courts to shut down at noon, A sheriff’s report on Jan. 13 noted the loss. The tank McLean was found by a fam- Total 2009...... 28 including the criminal session in Tabor City, out of “re- had just been filled and the church used the gas to operate ily member on his bed with a membrance and respect” for Tedder. Funeral services were the heating system, plus appliances in the building along pistol on his chest. Authorities at 1 p.m. Friday, and members of the 13th Judicial District Hinson’s Crossroads Road south of Fair Bluff. ruled there was no foul play Bar were honorary pallbearers. involved in the death. www.whiteville.com Lifestyles Te News Reporter, Monday, January 17, 2011 -- 5A

2010 Fall Nurse Aide II Instructor Rita Capps, right, stands with Southeastern Community College students who recently completed the Nurse Aide II training. Left to right are Stephaine Len- non, Lynn Musselwhite, Loretta Shipman, Roxanne Little, J’Nay Spaulding, Jessica 2010 Fall Nurse Aide I Fowler and Dawn Brown. For more information about the Nurse Aide program, call Instructor Maxine Blackwell (back left) stands with Southeastern Community College 642-7141, ext. 335 or visit www.sccnc.edu. students who recently completed the Nurse Aide I training. Seated left to right are Sh- antelle Currie, Temperance Buffkin, April Bland, Marjorie Sawyer, Mary McGee and Sherica McCoy (back, left) Justin Ward, Lynn Spohn, Jessica Gore, Joyce Young, Nancy Cokeley, Andrew Pridgen and Glenda Jones. For more information about the Las Amigas pageant winners Nurse Aide program, call 642-7141, ext. 335 or visit www.sccnc.edu. involved in community events Winners of the 10th an- nual Las Amigas pageant, Little Miss Kayla Shaw and Miss Las Amigas Jasmine Davis, are representing the Whiteville Chapter of Las Amigas in local activities hoping to spread the message of community and giving. Over the holidays, Little Miss Las Amigas Jayla Shaw participated in the Leland Christmas parade and the Pe- can Harvest Festival parade. She also participated in sev- eral activities at her church, Zion Tabernacle in the Rico community. Miss Las Amigas Jasmine Davis is committed to com- munity service as well. Dur- 2010 Fall Phlebotomy ing the holiday season, she Students who graduated from the Southeastern Community College phlebotomy pro- also participated in the Pecan gram in fall 2010 have been offered jobs or have chosen to continue their education Harvest Festival Parade. She at SCC. Left to right, front row, are Misty Hodge of Tabor City, Mona Strickland of shared holiday blessings Kayla Shaw Green Sea, S.C., Jeffrilyn Greene of Cerro Gordo, Samantha Piver of Whiteville, by delivering Thanksgiving baskets to the elderly in the Las Amigas Inc. is a na- Whitney Hannah of Whiteville; back row: Brabdi Cartrette of Tabor City, Jodanna tional civic, non-profit orga- Ward of Chadbourn, Hilary Blackburn of Clarendon, Cody Ross of Nakina and Jodi Chadbourn area. She plans to continue her service in the nization founded in 1959 in Caulder of Whiteville. The phlebotomy curriculum prepares students to obtain blood Charlotte. The organization’s community by visiting hos- Jasmine Davis and other specimens for laboratory analysis. Graduates may qualify for employment pice care and nursing home mission is to enhance the in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offces and other health care settings. For more in- facilities around Valentine’s quality of life and promote The Whiteville Chapter formation about the phelbotomy program call 642-7141, ext. 431 or visit www.sccnc. Day. the general improvement of was organized in 1965 and the communities in which consists of 18 Columbus they serve. County women. A museum ‘whodunit’ Cape Fear Museum of His- Museum detectives will tory and Science in Wilming- take fingerprints, conduct ton needs help cracking The chromatography tests, ana- Case of the Missing Artifacts. lyze DNA and more. Families Families are asked to put will work in “crime scene on their detective hats and labs” to explore their find- solve an all new Mystery at ings. When sleuths are ready the Museum Saturday, Jan. to finger a suspect, the crimi- 22, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. nal will be revealed. (last ticket sold at 2:30). Mystery at the Museum Several valuable artifacts is geared for children 5 to 12, have gone missing from the but is fun for all ages. The museum, and historical sus- program is $3 for museum pects have been rounded up members, $5 per nonmember, for questioning. Was it the which includes museum ad- WWII shipyard workers, or mission. Parental participa- maybe the Colonial gentle- tion is required. men? Perhaps it was the An- For more information call tebellum family, or even the 798-4362. modern-day scientist. Upon arriving at the scene, participants will be briefed by crime scene investiga- tors. Detectives will scour the museum for evidence, as witnesses from throughout history present themselves and offer clues. Town & Country Class of 2010 to meet Tuesday The Southeastern Community College Practical Nurs- to right: Angela Nobles of Chadbourn, Kimberly God- The Town and Country ing Class of 2010 recently held its pinning ceremony in win of Council, Melissa Ciamillo of Whiteville, Miranda Garden Club will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 18, in the house the SCC Auditorium. Each graduate received a Florence Buck of Tabor City, Kena McMillian of Chadbourn, Kelly beside Dewey Hill’s office and Nightingale lamp and was pinned by Peggy Blackmon, Evans of Clarkton, Bonita “Tammie” Ward of Whiteville; across from Black’s Tire Ser- dean of allied health, business and technology. Class 2nd row: Lakeita Gause of Chadbourn, Elizabeth Britt vice on South Madison Street offcers were Melissa Ciamillo, president; Miranda Buck, of Evergreen, Lisa Heath of Chadbourn, Jennifer Moore at 3 p.m. in Whiteville. Park- vice president; Kimberly Godwin, secretary; Kena Mc- of Whiteville, Queenie McKoy of Clarkton, Nakea Hill ing will be available behind Millian, treasurer; Kelly Evans, chaplain; Angela Nobles, of Fairmont; 3rd row: Denise Campbell of Lumberton, the house. photographer ; and Bonita “Tammie” Ward, event coor- Daphne King of Clarkton, Tasha Gillespie of Tabor City, Hostesses are Debra Jor- dinator. Elizabeth Britt was presented with a plaque for Robin Thorne of Ash; 4th row: Bryan Kearse of Tabor dan, Muriel Hill and Janis having the highest major grade point average in the class. City, Cortney Shaver of Clarkton, Kristen Strickland of King. Clary McQueen will Two of the historical sus- present a program on bulbs. pects in this year’s Mystery The speaker for the ceremony was Al West, director of Bolton, Quinn Singletary of Whiteville, Wendy Lowery of Members are encouraged to nursing at SCC. Class members included, front row, left Tabor City and Brett Carlisle of Tabor City. attend. at the Museum were caught sneaking through the gal- Whiteville Garden will meet Friday South Columbus Boosters meet Legion Post 137 lery by the Museum’s se- curity cameras. Did the The Whiteville Garden Club will meet Friday, Jan. 21 at The South Columbus Booster Club will hold a meeting Thurs- to meet Tuesday Southeastern Community College in the Cartrette Building at day, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. at the school cafeteria. Discussion will be Colonial gentlemen steal 10:30 a.m. on upcoming fundraisers. American Legion Post 137 the missing artifacts? Help A program on “Gardening Opportunities” will be presented will meet Tuesday, Jan. 18 at 7 crack the case Saturday, by Becky Westbrooks. Lunch will be provided by hostesses Judy p.m. Members are encouraged Jan. 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 Nelson, Armanda Rooks, Sally Smith and Susan Wood. www.whiteville.com to attend. p.m. 6A--The News Reporter, Monday, January 17, 2011 Tompson- Nobles wed Marcy Brooke Nobles and Samuel Keith Thompson were Engagements married Nov. 20 in Hallsboro Church of God. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Nobles of Hallsboro. The groom is the son of Gloria Thompson and Mr. and Mrs. Sam Thomp- son of Whiteville. They are residing in Whiteville after honeymooning in Las Vegas, Nev. The Rev. Danny Williams officiated. Russell and Karen Reagan and David Williams Elizabeth Ashley Bullard of Hallsboro provided music. John Allen Wilson III Escorted by her father, the bride wore a white taffeta Bullard-Wilson pick-up gown with beaded metallic lace bodice, inverted Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Bullard V-empire waist and lace-up of Cerro Gordo announce the Heidi Chiree´ Kelly engagement of their daughter, back with sweep train. She Leonard Aaron Odham wore a fingertip veil with Elizabeth Ashley, to John Allen scattered crystals and her Wilson III of Hallsboro. great-grandmother’s pearl Kelly-Odham The bride-elect graduated necklace. She carried white Charles “Chuck” Cribb and wife Dorothy Jean Cribb re- Kenneth and Betty Kelly from Robeson Community Col- lilies and miniature red roses. cently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. of Whiteville announce the lege with an associates degree Billie Pierce was maid Mrs. Samuel Thompson engagement of their daugh- in radiography and will gradu- of honor. Terri Buffkin of ter, Heidi Chiree´, to Leonard ate from Florida Hospital Angela Pace and Cassie Cribbs marked 50th anniversary Evergreen and Cindy Hinz Aaron Odham, son of Dr. L.R. College of Health Sciences in of Hallsboro were matrons Priest directed the wedding. Charles “Chuck” Cribb and ated an auto repair business Odham and Anna Odham of July with a Bachelor of Sci- of honor. Emma Ward of Haley Chapman attended the Dorothy Jean Parsons Cribb along Parker Road, Whiteville, Fair Bluff. Whiteville was flower girl. register and Kaitlin Chapman ence in radiologic technology. for many years, is the son of The groom’s father was was program attendant. of Whiteville celebrated their The bride-elect graduated She is employed by Columbus best man. Groomsmen were The bride’s family hosted 50th wedding anniversary re- the late S.W. Cribb Jr. and Let- from Whiteville High School Regional Healthcare. Jack Nobles of Hallsboro a reception and the groom’s cently at a reception at Myrtle tie Jane Cribb of Clarendon. and East Carolina University The groom-elect is em- and Bryan Thompson. Ring parents hosted a rehearsal Beach, S.C. Dorothy, 69, who handled with a Bachelor of Science in ployed by Smithfield Packing bearer was Ethan Boyce of dinner, both in the church The parents of five sons, box office duties at the Starlite sociology. She is a licensed real as a maintenance supervisor. Chadbourn. fellowship hall. the couple was entertained Drive-In theatre here for 15 estate agent and transaction A March 12 wedding is at the home of Richard and years, is the granddaughter coordinator for Chelsea Realty planned at Chadbourn Pente- Kay Blackwell, with Mary Lee of Jesse L. and Ennis Bare Group in Raleigh. costal Holiness Church. ‘Shakespeare to Go’ Bruton, Dean Ellison and Ruby Parson of Lenoir, the couple The groom-elect graduated Blackwell, sisters of Charles, who reared her. from West Columbus High as hostesses. They are the parents of School and N.C. State Univer- play, workshop at SCC The family was served a Ronald D. Cribb of Little River, sity with a Bachelor of Science S.C., Kenneth, Gregory, Charles The public is invited to attend “Shakespeare to Go,” an ab- steak dinner with a two-tiered in mechanical engineering. He wedding cake highlighting E. “Chuckie” Cribb, all of is a sales engineer with Elster Births breviated play followed by an acting workshop, at Southeastern Whiteville, and the late Mark Community College on Tuesday, Feb. 8, at 1 p.m. The event will dessert. Solutions in Raleigh. Anthony Cribb of Whiteville. be held free of charge in the SCC Auditorium. Charles and Dorothy met An evening ceremony is Wiggins Those attending the recep- Designed as an exciting, high-energy introduction to the most while both were living in Rock planned for April 30 at the tion included their sons, wives, Lacy December Bryan and well known works of Shakespeare, “Shakespeare to Go” provides Hill, S.C., and were married by Municipal Rose Garden in Jack Wiggins Jr. of Cerro Gor- grandchildren, several nieces performance experiences of Shakespeare’s world and work, cre- the Rev. Clyde Prince on Dec. Raleigh. do announce the Dec. 25 birth and nephews, other family ated especially for students. Performed by young, enthusiastic, 26, 1960 in Loris, S.C. of a daughter, Greenley Mary- members and longtime friends. professional actors, “Shakespeare to Go” includes a workshop Charles, 80, who has oper- Klondyke- Alice, in Columbus Regional designed to get student audiences up on their feet, experiencing Literacy prayer Healthcare. She weighed 7 the magic of speaking and performing the Bard for themselves. Chadbourn FD pounds 14 ounces. Welcome PFWBC Maternal grandparents are The performance at SCC will be an abridged version of breakfast is Feb. 19 to meet Jan. 18 Mr. and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Shakespeare’s ever-popular “Romeo and Juliet,” the basis for to hold sing Jan. 30 The Woman’s Missionary The annual meeting for Bryan Jr. of Fair Bluff. Pater- “Westside Story” and many other theatrical and cinematic ver- Welcome PFWB Church Union (WMU) of the Colum- Klondyke-Chadbourn Fire nal grandparents are Frank sions of the young lovers whose love is doomed as a result of will hold a gospel sing on Sun- bus Baptist Association will Department will be held Tues- and Jeannie Wilson of Cerro tensions and conflicts between their families. day, Jan. 30 during evening host its annual prayer break- day, Jan. 18 at 7 p.m. Election Gordo. The event is part of the SCC Clemmons Lecture Series. For service at 6 p.m. Guest singers fast to benefit the Columbus of officers and other business Greenley MaryAlice has more information, contact Ray Mize, series chair, at 642-7141, will be The Gospel Guys Quar- County Literacy Council on will be conducted. 4-year-old twin siblings, Nicho- ext. 350 or [email protected]. tet. The Welcome Church choir, Feb. 19 at First Baptist Church las and Nataliegh. The Praise and Worship Team in Whiteville. The event be- Brunswick VFD Delta Sigma Teta Sorority to will perform. gins at 9 a.m. and includes Godwin The church is located be- breakfast for attendees. to meet Jan. 18 Jamie and Jenny Stanley tween Chadbourn and Tabor The fundraiser began as a present a black history program Brunswick Volunteer Fire Godwin of Tabor City an- City at 3104 Old Cribbtown mission in action program for Department will hold its an- nounce the Nov. 9 birth of a The Whiteville Alumnae African dance with authentic Road. For more information the WMU in 1987. For more in- nual business meeting on son, Colton Reece, in Colum- Chapter of Delta Theta Sigma African instruments will be call 653-9284 or Rev. Donald formation about attending the Tuesday, Jan. 18 at 7 p.m. bus Regional Healthcare. He Sorority will present A Gifted performed as well as portray- Carlyle at 863-3995 or 876-0287. event or assisting the literacy Election of officers will be weighed 7 pounds 14 ounces. Legacy on Saturday, Feb. 5 at als of African Americans who council that provides private, held at this meeting. Maternal grandparents are 4 p.m. at Southeastern Com- have significantly influenced free, one-on-one tutoring ser- Pamela Long Stanley and the munity College auditorium. our country’s history. The Mt. Olive BC to hold vice to individuals in Colum- late Ralph Stanley. Paternal This black history pro- Greater Whiteville Choral bus County call 642-2442. Veterans meet service at Jerusalem grandparents are Don and gram of songs, dramatic pre- Ensemble will be guests. Ad- Vietnam Veterans of Amer- Rose Godwin. All are from sentations, commentary and mission is free and refresh- CFWBC Jan. 23 ica meet the first Tuesday of Faith Apostolic Tabor City. dance traces the struggle ments will be served. Pastor Timothy Lance, choir each month at 7 p.m. at 1028 S. for freedom from its African For more information call and congregation of Mt. Olive to hold revival Madison St., Whiteville. roots to spiritual, protest and Florence Raynette Gardner at Baptist Church will render Faith Apostolic Church of civil rights’ songs, and early 840-3419 or Cheryl Jefferson- service at Jerusalem Chapel Nakina will hold its revival on and contemporary gospel. George, 840-5722. Freewill Baptist Church on Jan. 20-21 at 7 p.m., Jan. 23 at Sunday, Jan. 23 at 3 p.m. 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Elder Fredrick Murray is Happy 10th Birthday Happy 5th Birthday ---- The speaker will be Rev. Prayer breakfast to Cooperation is not a sen- the pastor. The church is locat- Ronnie Rand from Lucedale, timent - it is an economic ed along Joe Brown Highway, Abby Davis Damarion be held at Jerusalem necessity.-Charles Steinmetz 410 North. Miss. Special singing will be CFWBC Feb. 5 performed at each service. Rev. Jerry Guyton is the (Wilson) Hall Jerusalem Chapel Free- pastor. The church is located at January 18, 2011 will Baptist Church will hold 1035 Reaves Ferry Road. its annual prayer breakfast SCC TV Schedule on Saturday, Feb. 5 at 8 a.m. EDU-Cable programming can be viewed locally on Time War- Guest speaker will be Minister ner Cable of Whiteville and surrounding areas, CH. 6. Tune Men’s fellowship Colene “Tootie” Kelly of Dur- in weekly from 9 a.m. –midnight or view online at www.sccnc. ham, formerly of Chadbourn. edu at El-Bethel This week on EDU-Cable: Elder Fredrick Murray is El-Bethel Church of Monday - Wednesday - Friday - Sunday the pastor. The church is locat- 9 a.m., 2 & 6 p.m. - The Reading Room Whiteville will hold men’s ed along Joe Brown Highway, 9:30 a.m., 2:30 & 6:30 p.m. - Inside Columbus County Schools fellowship on Sunday, Jan. 410 North. – Arts Education and Winter Concerts – Dr. Dan 23 at 4 p.m. The speaker will Strickland and Kelly Jones be Minister Maurice Wright. Liberty Worship Center 11 a.m., 4 & 7 p.m. - Spotlight North Carolina Cooperative Elder Robert D. Williams Sr. is Extension – Unique Services offered by Extension – the pastor. to host Te Locklears Dalton Dockery From: Grandma, Mom, and Wendy Jan. 30 11:30 a.m., 4:30 & 7:30 p.m. - Columbus County Cooks with The church is located at 415 Harry Foley – French Toast with Homemade W. Walter Street. Daddy, Katelynn, Love, Mom and Dad, The Locklears and Wendy Blueberry Syrup Aunt Sharon, from Shannon in Robeson Tuesday - Thursday - Saturday - SCC Presents Sisters and Brothers Uncle Marvin & Nicole #1707 County will participate in a 9 a.m., 2 & 7 p.m. - Chatham County Line worship program on Jan. 30 at Tuesday - Thursday - Saturday - Special Program BIRTH 11 a.m. at the Liberty Worship 11 a.m., 4 & 9 p.m. - Volunteer Connection with Dr. Melody Prevatte – Volunteer Recruitment – Elizabeth Chase ANNOUNCEMENT Center along North Elm Street in Clarkton. Contact the Rev. Richard Priest at 640-6147 for Happy 8th Birthday more information. If you see these two “outlaws” Still One they’ve been “on the run” Baileyanna Cooper to speak at together for 25 years. Hot Mama St. James Jan. 23 Happy Anniversary Spivey at 60 Apostle Emmanuel Cooper January 17, 2011 of Laurinburg will be the guest Carla & Darin speaker at the 67th Ushers’ Anniversary at the St. James Stocks AME Church on Sunday, Jan. Love, 23 at 4 p.m. There will be the annual ushers’ march at the Tori & Jesse #1713 church along West Walter Nicky and Carrie Hobbs of Street, and the Rev. Horace Chadbourn would like to an- Lawrence, local pastor, and nounce the birth of their baby Sister Ella Scarborough invite girl, Olivia Grace Hobbs, born the public. Creation Cakes January 1st, 2011, weighing 9 Farmers Union CA lbs., 10 oz. and measuring 20- GOING OUT OF BUSINESS 1/2 inches long. We love you, holds monthly meeting Maternal grandparents are Mama, Daddy, Haylie, The Farmers Union Civ- W.J. and Brenda Hardee of Lo- Grandma, Granddaddy, Lots of Love, ic Association will hold its The Fowlers Liquidation Sale ris, SC. Paternal grandparents Memo, Ashley & Ab #1706 monthly meeting at Rehobeth are Mickey and Peggy Hobbs AME Church, on Rehobeth Saturday, Jan. 22 • 9 am - 1 pm of Chadbourn. We thank God Church Road, Clarkton, on 928 S. Madison St., Whiteville for our little blessing! Monday, Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. #1714 www.whiteville.com The News Reporter, Monday, January 17, 2011 – 7-A Septage McIntyre reacts to new attitude Continued from page 2-A

quested are 50,000 gallons per notice or hearing as there is no toward local appropriations acre per year during this initial requirement. year of the permit. The site The (EPA) federal require- By NICOLE CARTRETTE failing and unreliable 911 until the new Congress could late as the week before about and the operation will be reas- ments that have been adopted Staff Writer emergency radio communica- be sworn in and consider this very important project in sessed in nine months and if by North Carolina require tion system brings that issue appropriations, the congress- light of what was occurring the program is proceeding as domestic septage to be lime- Congressman Mike Mc- to the forefront. man explained. and exploring other options planned, subsequent permit stabilized to a pH of 12 or Intyre doesn’t hide the fact McIntyre was successful “The Columbus County through competitive grants, modification will be presented higher for at least 30 minutes. he is a big proponent of local in getting the $400,000 appro- appropriation fell victim to the COPS program and other requesting modification to the Grease septage requires lime appropriations and earmarks. priation included and passed the action of the leadership of potential justice department liquid loading allowed during stabilization to a pH of 12 or During his recent political in one of the U.S. House’s 13 the House and Senate to con- grants,” McIntyre said. this initial year,” page 13 of the higher for at least 2 hours prior campaign it is a philosophy appropriation bills but the tinue the budget under a new “We were successful in do- application reads. to land application. These re- that some might say nearly Senate did not include it. resolution with no earmarks ing all that we could to have “None-the-less, the request- quirements have been in place cost him an election. “However, it was later in- or special appropriations,” the money in the House budget ed liquid load is 50,000 gallons since the early 1990s with the While many successful cluded in a Senate omnibus McIntyre said. and that is why we announced per acre per year since this is implementation of EPA’s 40 GOP candidates and incum- bill which was done at the end It is part of a greater drive it,” McIntyre said. “The deci- an initial application for the CFR 503 regulations, according bents campaigned on the need of the congressional session to eliminate or greatly reduce sion to carry over the 2010 site and since higher liquid to Akroyd. to cut federal spending and to clean up budget,” McIntyre such appropriations, McIntyre budget for now put us in this loads may necessitate a hearing If Waste Management seeks end all earmarks or “pork” as said. It is a “catch all” for all said. difficult position.” process,” the application reads a permit modification for a they see it, McIntyre was mak- remaining federal appropria- “There is a national move- McIntyre said more discus- in part. higher rate than 50,000 gal/ac/ ing his way across the district tions. ment to cut back or cut out sion on such appropriations Waste Management officials yr of septage, no public notice celebrating appropriations But with the change in lead- earmarks or special appro- will heat up in the coming say the process is safe and or comment period is required, for local fire departments and ership coming following the priations,” McIntyre said. months and during the ses- involves dewatering and lime since the public notice on Nov. senior centers, among others. November elections a decision “I have been in regular con- sion. stabilization treatment for 30 15, 2010 listed the potential for The loss of a $400,000 ap- was made to pass a continuing tact with Columbus County “Last fall a lot of debate minutes at a state-of-the art application rates in excess of propriation McIntyre sought resolution that essentially Emergency Services Director about earmarks erupted,” facility under construction in 50,000 gal/ac/yr, according to funding for in 2010 for up- continued the budget in effect Jeremy Jernigan. McIntyre said. “I have long Wilmington. The water effluent state officials. grades to Columbus County’s for 2010 and carry over to 2011 “Our office was in touch as championed fighting for local is what would be sprayed on There are currently 118 fire departments. I have long crops, Bermuda grass and pine septage land application sites fought for funding for projects trees at the site in question. in North Carolina permitted at like the Chadbourn town hall, “The material that is land- 50,000 gal/ac/yr, according to 911 system I-74 upgrades and others. applied is lime-stabilized to a state officials. There are cur- Continued from page 1-A “I feel like it is very impor- pH level of 12 for pathogen and rently 10 sites that are permitted tant to be able to continue to vector reduction (U. S. Envi- for 100,000 gal/ac/yr and six for to $900,000 of its $1.8 million in law at the time, those reserves banding of radio communi- promote and champion those ronmental Protection Agency more that 150,000 gal/ac/yr. reserves, but it will not cover at about $1.2 million could not cation systems to free up ad- projects that benefit our local standards). There is no raw There is no specific limit on the full cost of a complete be used for the county’s most ditional communication space citizens so we are getting a waste applied to the land,” the number of times a permit upgrade. pressing concern – radio com- for the future. positive return on our tax Akroyd wrote. “The rules’ re- can be renewed. However, the site Jernigan is seeking propos- munications. A switch for VHF, UHF and dollars. A national movement quirements include a nutrient must meet the rule requirements als related to the 911 Center’s The project was expected to 800Mgh (VIPER) radio com- to cut out special appropria- management plan, which speci- each time the permit is renewed. phone system this week. include upgrading repeaters munications at the 911 Center tions is growing and I have fies which crops can be grown Most sites across the state “We wanted to wait until at towers and replacing old was also expected. It would been very concerned about and how those crops should be are used weekly and some re- we could get everything put telephone based link systems allow the various systems that because that ends up managed.” ceive daily use except for when together and replaced at one with internet-based systems. to communicate more easily hurting our local citizens Akroyd confirmed in Decem- the conditions listed above time. What we have had to do Repeaters take radio signals with the 911 Center through like you are experiencing in ber that a permit modification prevent site use, according to is change our entire plan,” and boosts them to a higher the Computer Aided Dispatch Columbus County.” would not involve a public officials. Jernigan said. power. Repeaters are essential (CAD) system. “We continue to keep it for boosting radio signals in running as best we can with outlying rural areas. what we have, but at the end of Some areas of the county the day, we have only so many reportedly have “dead spots” resources,” Jernigan said. where no communication ex- Moon is star of program Gif with Spring Vera The cost of the upgrade ists, and at times, communi- had been estimated at more cation between the 911 Center F u l l m o o n c o m e s o n Different phases of the FREE Peek A Boo Coin Purse when you than $650,000 for the radio and firefighters, paramedics Wednesday night, and Lake moon’s visibility will be ex- system alone, but commis- and police officers is spotty Waccamaw State Park has a plained along with the many Spend $65 on Vera Bradley sioners were uncertain where and unreliable. big program planned in honor legends connected with the the funds would come from. The grant would have gone of the occasion. heavenly body. Some veri- While they approved a $718,000 a long way toward bringing The many aspects of the fied facts, such as the moon’s project to replace outdated the county system up to Fed- moon will be explained by effects on tides, will also be equipment and workstations eral Communication Com- Ranger Jonathan Short with discussed. 1017 South at the county’s 911 Center with mission (FCC) standards that a Power Point presentation The program will be held Madison Street Whiteville primarily state restricted tele- go into effect in 2013. Those beginning at 6 p. m. in the Visi- from 6 to 7 p. m. The public is GIFTS & INTERIORS 642-9881 phone 911 fees, under the state regulations call for narrow tors Center. invited and there is no charge.

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Call (910) 642-7141 ext. 296 or 397 for information about SCC’s Continuing Education Spring 2011 Workforce Development Classes. Deaths The News Reporter, Monday, January 17, 2011 Page 8A J.M. HAYES J.S. ‘STAN’ THOMPSON DEATH NOTICE DEATH NOTICE DEATH NOTICE FAYETTEVILLE -- J.M. FAIR BLUFF -- J.S. “Stan” Hayes, 75, died Tuesday Jan. Thompson, 90, died Friday HARRY ALLEN SIMMONS IRIS ODELL STEVENS THELMA INEZ 11, 2011, at Loris Healthcare Jan. 14, 2011, at Lower Cape TABOR CITY -- Harry NORRIS McALISTER NANCE System in Loris, S.C. He was Fear Hospice and LifeCare- Allen Simmons, 81, died W H I T EV I L L E - - I r is CERRO GORDO -- Thel- born in Colum- Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2011, Odell Stevens Norris, 94, ma Inez McAlister Nance, Center of White- bus County a in New Hanover Regional died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011, 99, died Wednesday, Jan. 12, ville. He was son of the late, Medical Center. Born on at Liberty Commons Nurs- 2011, at Liberty Commons born in McColl, Jan. 3, 1930 ing Facility. She was the Lonzie and Or- S.C. a son of the Healthcare in Whiteville. lean Strickland Hayes. in Columbus daughter of the late Chester late Joseph and Cleon Stanton She was the daughter of the He enlisted in the United County, a son W. Stevens and Lela Dudley Thompson. He was preceded late William Almon and States Army and served his of the late Al- Stevens. She was preceded in death by his first wife, Elsie Blanche Jones McAlister country for 20 years retiring in death by her husband, len Miles and Dollye Rob- and the widow of Paul E. as a Sergeant First Class. Thompson. Fred L. Norris; a son, Fred- erts Simmons. In addition Nance Sr. Final rites were held Satur- Thompson was a United erick Norris, and a grand- to his parents, he was pre- Final rites were held Sat- day Jan. 15, at Meares Funeral States Army veteran of World son, Danny L. Norris. VIRGINIA CAROLINE deceased by five brothers, urday, Jan. 15, at Worthing- Home in Fair Bluff. Burial War II, a member of Fair Bluff Norris was a member of POWELL FLETCHER Leon, Bobby, Charles, Joe ton Funeral Home in Chad- followed with full military United Methodist Church Antioch Baptist Church in WHITEVILLE -- Virginia Louis, & Grady Simmons. bourn with Revs. Neil Smith honors followed in the Cherry and was a former volunteer Whiteville. CarolinePowell Fletcher, 93, Simmons retired from and Larry Nobles officiat- Grove Baptist Church Cem- coordinator with the Colum- Final rites will be held died Sunday, Jan. 9, 2011, at the United States Coast ing. Burial followed in the etery. bus County Department of at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. her residence. She was the Guard and worked from Nance Family Cemetery, Surviving are his wife, Lil- Aging. “Stan” retired from 18, at McKenzie Mortuary daughter of the late John Olan 1971-1980 with Georgia Pa- Cerro Gordo. iane S. Hayes of the home; two Ellis Meares & Son, Inc. of Chapel with Dr. David Cole- cific as a dryer foreman. S u r v ivor s i nclude a Powell and Mariah Young sons, Jimmy Hayes and Daniel Fair Bluff. man and Rev. Chris Hardee Final rites were held on son, Paul Eugene Nance Powell and was preceded in T. Hayes, both of Fayetteville; Final rites were held Sun- officiating with a private Jr. and his wife, Mary, of Saturday, Jan. 15, at Bruns- death by her husband, Kendall two brothers, Norman Hayes day, Jan. 16, at Fair Bluff Unit- family burial following wick Funeral Service Cha- Chadbourn; a daughter, Leo Fletcher; five brothers, of Brunswick, Ga.; Clemson in Forest Lawn Cemetery, ed Methodist Church with Rev. pel in Shallotte with Dr. Alice Faye Davis and her Wishard Powell, Dan Powell, Hayes of Cerro Gordo; two Tabor City. Visitation will Neill Smith officiating. Burial Tom Womble officiating. husband, Nathan, of Hope Curtis Powell, John M. Pow- sisters, Lillie Marie Fritts be held on Tuesday, Jan. 18 followed with full military Burial followed in the For- Mills; a sister, Kathleen ell, and John O. Powell; and of Lexington and Jill Couch from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to honors at Powell Cemetery. myduval Cemetery. M. Nance of Oak Island; a daughter-in-law, Nancy S. of Fuquay Varina; and four the service. Meares Funeral Home of Fair Surviving are his wife, a brother, James Henry Fletcher. grandchildren. S u r v ivor s i nclude a Bluff is handling the arrange- of 53 years, Virginia Sim- McAlister of Cerro Gordo; Mrs. Fletcher was the oldest daughter, Shirley Norris four grandchildren: nine ments. mons; three sons, Jonathan living member of Hallsboro JEAN SMITHERS Burroughs and husband, great-grandchildren and Survivors include his wife, Simmons and wife, Rose, Methodist Church and wss the JORDAN Gene, of Tabor City; three two great-great-grandchild. Clotile Elliott Thompson of the of Colorado Springs, Colo., operator of the Madison Hill grandchildren, Gene Bur- Memorials may be made HALLSBORO -- Jean Smith- home; two sons, Stan Thomp- Harry A. Simmons Jr., of Apartments for 28 years. ers Jordan, 65, died Friday, Whiteville, and Malcolm roughs Jr., Julia B. Lock- to Cerro Gordo United Meth- son Jr. of Marion, S.C., Terry Final rites were held Thurs- Jan. 14, 2001, at Columbus Re- Simmons and wife, Don- head and husband, John, odist Church, c/o Vivian Thompson of Fork, S.C.; a day, Jan. 13, at McKenzie Mor- gional Healthcare. She is the na, of Hugo, Okla.; special and Freddy Norris and wife, Williamson, 5582 Braswell daughter, Janette Strickland tuary Chapel with Rev. Clay- daughter of Norbert Smithers niece, Sheila Gerald of Ta- Vickie; and two great-grand- Road, Cerro Gordo, N.C. of Loris, S.C.; stepchildren, ton Rivenbark Jr. officiating. bor City; three brothers, children, Tanner Lockhead 28430. and Dorothy Lynn Smithers. Randy Elliott and Karen El- Burial followed in Smith Cem- Edward Lee Simmons and and Holly Lockhead. Jordan worked with the liot Hayes, both of Nichols, GEORGE WOODBERRY etery along Honey Hill Road. wife, Nancy, of Bolton, John Boys and Girls Home of Lake S.C.; seven grandchildren and CHADBOURN -- George D. Simmons, of Knightdale, LARUE REEVES WARD Survivors include a son, Waccamaw as a secretary for seven great-grandchildren. Woodberry, 87, died Sunday, and Kenneth B. Simmons, WHITEVILLE -- Sophia Kendall P. Fletcher of Halls- many years and also worked Memorials may be made to Jan. 16, 2011, at Shoreland of Ferram, Va.; two sisters, Larue Ward, 86, died Saturday, boro; a daughter, Diane F. with David Tedder, attorney as Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Health Care Center in White- Sarah Pendergraft of Lake Jan. 16, 2011, at New Hanover Smith of Hallsboro; two sis- a secretary. She was co-owner Life Care Center, 206 Warrior ville. Waccamaw, and Beatrice Regional Medical Center. She ters, Mary McGirt of Halls- of Our Place Restaurant in Trail, Whiteville, N.C. 28472. Stamey of Greensboro; eight was born Oct. 26, 1924 in Co- Arrangements are incom- boro and Helen Wilson of Whiteville for 22 years. She grandchildren, and five lumbus County, the daughter plete and will be announced Whiteville; six granddaugh- was a member of Lake Wac- great grandchildren. of the late John D. and Sophia by Friendly Funeral Home of ters, seven great-grandsons, camaw First Baptist Church. BESSIE HELEN KENDALL In lieu of flowers memo- Ward Reeves. She was the Riegelwood. and two great-granddaughters. Final rites were held Mon- WAGN ER rials may be made to N.C. widow of Roland Leon Ward. Survivors include his day, Jan. 17, at Boys and Girls BOLTON -- Bessie Helen Wildlife Resources Com- She was preceded in death by daughter, Carrie Mae DeWalt Home Chapel at Lake Wac- Kendall Wagner, 55, died mission, Attn: Nongame & a daughter, Linda McPherson; Ryder of Monticello, N.Y.; and LINDA F. GUYTON camaw. Thursday, Jan. 13, 2011, at New Endangered Wildlife Fund, a brother, J.W. Reeves; and a 10 grandchildren. TABOR CITY -- Linda Faye Survivors include her hus- Hanover Regional Medical 1722 Mail Service Center sister, Wilbur Thompson. Guyton, 48, died Thursday, band, Robert “Bobby” H. Jor- Center. She was the daughter Raleigh, N.C. 27699. Ward was a member of Central Presbyterian Church Jan. 13, 2011, at New Hanover dan of Hallsboro; her father, of the late George Rogers Ken- Private online condo- Emerson Freewill Baptist Helping Hands Treasure will Regional Medical Center. She Norbert Smithers of New Jer- dall and Marjorie Helen Stiles be holding services to help com- lences may be sent to the Church. was born Aug. 14, 1962 in Co- sey; her mother, Dorothy Lynn Kendell. munity people that have been family at www.brunswick- lumbus County. Smithers of Whiteville; and a Wagner was a member of Arrangements are incom- involved with disasters or death in funeralservice.com. plete and will be announced Final rites were held Sun- brother, Charlie Smithers of Whiteville Seventh-day Ad- Brunswick Funeral their families with services being by Peacock Funeral Home of day, Jan. 16, at Peacock Fu- Whiteville. ventist Church. Service of Shallotte held on the second Sunday in the Final rites will be held Whiteville. months of January, February, and neral Home Chapel in White- Memorials may be made to at 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, at Survivors include two March starting at 3 p.m. January ville, with Rev. Naomi Russell the Boys and Girls Home, 400 CHURCH daughters, Judy Norris of speaker will be Pastor George officiating. Burial followed in Flemington Drive, Lake Wac- McKenzie Mortuary Chapel in Tabor City, and Sheri Ward of Jones; February, Pastor Cory Peacock’s Columbus Memorial camaw, N.C. 28450. Whiteville with Rev. Kenneth SERVICES Whiteville; a son, Ronald Leon Blanks; March, Pastor Franklin Park. Lee officiating. Survivors include her hus- Survivors include her hus- Ward of Lake Waccamaw; Spaulding. Regular services are MEMORY EVANS held at the church on the frst and band, Johnny M. Guyton; a band, Lloyd Leonard Wagner Agape Church of God in Christ three sisters, Leonia Formydu- BRUNSWICK -- Memory third Sundays at 11 a.m. Rev. son, Robert M. Guyton of the of Bolton; four sons, George is a new church that is located at val, Ileeta Faircloth, both of Evans, 82, died Sunday, Jan. Arnold Walker is the pastor. The home; a daughter, Crystal 199 Forest Drive in Whiteville. Nakina, and Bonnie Reese of Allen Wagner of Durham, church is located at 1001 Halls- Davis of Whiteville; her par- 165, 2011, at Liberty Commons. Dr. Bennie L. Benjamin is the Inman, S.C.; four grandchil- Jonathan Mark Wagner of boro Road. ents, James and Alberta Cliff He was born Aug. 2, 1928 in pastor. Sunday morning wor- Lexington, Ky., Kevin Alex- dren and three great-grand- of Whiteville; two brothers, Columbus County, the son of ship service starts at 11 a.m. and Union Valley Baptist Church ander Wagner of Rapidan, Va., sons. Jimmy Cliff and Jackie Cliff, the late Quillie and Katie Gore Bible study on Wednesday at 7 Women’s Ministry will present its and Samuel Lloyd Wagner of both of Whiteville; two sisters, Evans. p.m. For more information call sixth annual women’s conference Bolton; her mother, Marjorie Teresa Dove of Conway, S.C., Evans retired from Fed- 232-2955 or 641-0499. A Light Unto My Path on Satur- Helen Stiles Kendall of Bolton; p.m. The seminar offers help eral Paper Board and was a day, Jan. 29 at 9:30 a.m. The and Edna McLamb of Chad- two sisters, Martha Seeley of Christian Faith Fellowship for the following: drug and alco- member of Brunswick Fire speaker will be Phyllis Elvington. bourn; and a grandson. Church has moved to a loca- hol abuse and family support, Glasco, Ky., Annabelle Ran- Lunch will be provided and dona- Department. He was a member tion across from the Brunswick anger, food addictions, sexual dall of Silver Springs, Md.; tions will be welcomed. Childcare of Brunswick Baptist Church. Post Offce. Jason Nicholson addictions, eating disorders, MARY ELIZABETH and three brothers, George for ages infant to fve will be pro- Arrangements are incom- is the pastor, Velma Hilburn is adult children from dysfunction- BRADY Kendall of New York, N.Y., vided. For more information call plete and will be announced the co-pastor and W.C. Hilburn al families, physical/emotional/ ASH -- Mary Elizabeth John Kendall of Cleveland, sexual abuse. For more informa- 642-0256 or 640-3372. by Peacock Funeral Home of is the founder. Sunday morning Brady, 71, died on Thursday, Tenn., and Howard Kendall of tion call Pastor Jim at 843-503- Whiteville. services start at 10:30 a.m. and Evergreen Baptist Church will Wilmington. 3699, Lynn Williams at 918-1845 Jan. 13, 2011, after a lengthy Survivors include his wife, Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m. celebrate Focus on WMU Sun- or Timmy Lanier at 625-5239. illness. Marie Jones Evans; two sons, day, Jan. 30 at 11 a.m. Special Wednesday Nights at the Grove The church is located at 16025 Final rites will be held James Evans of Myrtle Beach, singing will be held and the guest -- As a part of the Cherry Grove James B. White Hwy. at 3 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 16, at S.C., and Ricky Evans of Halls- speaker will be Phyllis Elvington SHORT BROS. Baptist Church Bicentennial New Life Baptist Church in boro; a daughter, Pam O’Leary Honey Hill Missionary Baptist from Green Sea, S.C. Celebration entitled Celebrating Ash. Burial will follow in the of Jacksonville; a brother, H.L. RENT-A-CAR Church of Hallsboro invites the Hwy. 701, South our Bicentennial….200 Years church cemetery. Brunswick Evans of Burgaw; a sister, community to Sunday school at $ 95 of Whiteville of Service to Our Lord….1810- Funeral Service of Shallotte Lenora Ward of Burgaw; and 10 a.m., preaching at 11 a.m., COMMUNITY DAILY 2010, a new program Wednes- is handling the arrangements. seven grandchildren. 19 642-4175 day Night at the Grove is being Sunday night at 6 p.m. and NEWS started this new church year. Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m. The classes will be held each Thomas “Tony” Ward Jr. is the Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. pastor. The church is located at The Artesia Alumni Associa- Happy 98th Birthday The church is located on Swamp 6140 Honey Hill Road. tion will present a “Gospel Ex- Card of Thanks in Heaven Fox Highway (Hwy. 904) be- Hallsboro Baptist Church in- plosion” at the Whiteville High tween Tabor City and Fair Bluff. vites the public to worship ser- School Auditorium on Saturday, The Family of Leona Stephens For more information about Bi- vice on Sunday mornings at 11 Jan. 22 at 6 p.m. The mistress Dora P. Hayes centennial Homecoming 2010 a.m. Rev. Barry Swain, formerly of ceremony will be Queen of wishes to thank everyone for the prayers, or any other upcoming special Gospel Martha McKoy of WVOE January 18, 1913 - of Edenton, is the new pastor. September 20, 2008 or ongoing programs, call pastor He is the former pastor of Shady radio station. The following visits, food, cards and floral arrange- Josh Phillips or Tracy Phillips, di- Grove Baptist Church in Bladen- groups will be performing: The rector of Youth Ministries, at the boro. Sunday school starts at 10 Mighty Echoes of Elizabethtown, ments during her illness and death. church offce at 649-7307 or 649- a.m. Carrway Singers of Wilmington, A 7910, visit the church website at Charge to Keep, Baldwin Singers #1711 www.cherrygrovebaptist.org or The Shepherd House of Chad- of Clarkton, Graham Brothers of e-mail any questions or com- bourn will have a yard sale every Bolton, El-Bethel Male Chorus, ments to cherrygrovebaptist@ 4th Saturday of each month from and many more. A donation of www.whiteville.com hughes.net 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Proceeds from $10 will be accepted. The doors the monthly sales will be contrib- open at 4:30 p.m. For more infor- Forest Lawn Baptist Church mation call 640-1285. presents at U.S. 701 Tabor City uted to the church building fund. Kid’s Club held on the second The Shepherd Church is located at 202 E. 4th Street. COLUMBUS COUNTY STROKE Saturday of each month from 9 SUPPORT GROUP will meet a.m.-noon., There will be Bible on Monday, Jan. 24 from noon- stories, music, special guests, Members of The Lord’s Chapel are on a mission to provide items 1:30 p.m. at Columbus Regional recreation, puppets, crafts, and Healthcare Education Center, games. The club is for children to the community, at a minimal fee, from their year ‘round back- classroom 1A. For more informa- ages 5-10 years. For more infor- tion call Carla Brown at 642-1717. mation call 843-421-0895 yard sale. It is located at 2886 We miss you in so many ways Hallsboro Road South, Halls- We miss the things you used to say Butler Branch Missionary Bap- boro. The shop is open Monday ATTENTION ALL VETERANS: tist Church, 246 Carver Circle, – Saturday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and All veterans are invited to enjoy And when old times we do recall Fair Bluff, now has a clothing closed on Wednesday. Items fellowship, coffee and donuts on It’s then we miss you most of all. Wednesday, Jan. 26 from 8 a.m.- closet for all ages for all purpos- donated will be greatly appreci- Your memory is our keepsake es, free. For more information ated. Proceeds go to The Lord’s noon at Chapter 962, Vietnam call Deaconess Faye Miller at Chapel. Veterans of America Hut, 1028 With which we’ll never part S. Madison St., Whiteville. 336-1037.




  
 
 




 
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Get started on a new career or update your current skills Financial assistance with registration fees and supplies to gain new employment-related skills may be available through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and other funding sources. Contact the Columbus County JobLink Career Center immediately at (910) 642-7141 ext. 261 or visit the Center at SCC, A-Building to begin the eligibility process. Workforce Development Classes Bricklaying Cost: $175 + $1.25 insurance Growing Columbus: Plant Micropropagation & Greenhouse Nurse Aide I Cost: $175 + $46.75 (malpractice/student ins. & drug screening) + ($3.50 textbook + tax & $21 textbook + tax) M-Th 8am-noon 1/24-3/03 SCC, B-104 J. White Facilities Cost: $65 + $16.25 insurance & materials (Financial assistance available through NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission) Registration: Tues., Jan. 18 from 8-8:30am. Class begins at 8:30am F 6-9pm & Sa 8am-1pm 1/21-4/23 SCC, M-131A N. Troy Th 6-9pm 3/17-4/07 SCC, CART-148 T. Lengner M-Th 8:30am-1:15pm 1/18-2/23 SCC, HHS-123 R. Capps Building Energy Retroftting Cost: $175 + $1.25 insurance Classroom How to Start Your Own Local Food Business Pt I Cost: $65 MWF 8am-noon 2/21-4/15 SCC, M-131A T. Bass (Financial assistance available through NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission) M-Th 7:30am-3:30pm 2/24-3/14 Off Campus Clinical Carpentry: Core Skills Cost: $175 + $1.25 insurance Th 6-9pm 3/03-3/24 Columbus County K. Godwin Com. Farmers Market TW 8:30am-1pm 3/15-3/16 SCC, HHS-123 F 6-9pm & Sa 8am-1pm 1/21-4/23 SCC, B-107 J.C. White Mock Competency Evaluation How to Start Your Own Local Food Business Pt II Cost: $65 Registration: Tues., Jan. 18 from 4:30-5pm. Class begins at 5pm HVAC Heating & Air Conditioning (Financial assistance available through NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission) Cost: $175 + $1.25 *insurance M-Th 5-9:40pm 1/18-2/24 SCC, HHS-123 M. Blackwell Columbus County Classroom M-Th 8-11am 1/24-3/17 SCC, M-131B M. Norris Th 6-9pm 4/07-4/28 Com. Farmers Market K. Godwin M-Th 6-9:30pm 2/01-3/28 SCC, M-101B M. Norris SaSu 7:30am-3:30pm 2/26-3/20 Off Campus Introduction to Landscaping Cost: $65 + $1.25 insurance Clinical General Contractor Licensing Prep Cost: $120 T 6-9pm 2/22-4/12 SCC, HHS-135 R. Hester MT 4:30-9pm 3/21-3/22 SCC, HHS-123 Mock Competency Evaluation Sa 8am-5pm & Su 1-5pm 4/02-5/01 SCC, HHS-135 T. Quinn Sustainable Agriculture Practices Cost: $65 Registration: Wed., Feb. 23 from 4-4:30pm. Class begins at 4:30pm Introduction to Residential & Commercial Wiring (Financial assistance available through NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission Cost: $175 + $1.25 insurance T 6-9pm 1/18-3/08 SCC, T-121 T. Kleese M-Th 4:30-9:30pm 2/23-4/06 SCC, HHS-123 R. Capps Classroom F 9am-1pm 1/21-4/22 SCC, B-104 L. Gilman Electrical License Renewal Cost: $65 + $10 class materials & lunch + ($79.50 textbook + tax) SaSu 7:30am-3:30pm 4/09-5/01 Off Campus National Electrical Code Licensing Exam Prep Course Clinical Cost: $175 + $5 class materials Sa 8am-4:30pm 3/26 SCC, T-101 T. Quinn TW 4:30-9pm 5/02-5/03 SCC, HHS-123 Sa 8am-5pm & Su 1-5pm 4/02-5/01 SCC, HHS-135 T. Quinn HVAC/Plumbing License Renewal Classes Mock Competency Evaluation Cost: $65 + $10 class materials & lunch + ($62.60 textbook + tax) Nurse Aide II Cost: $175 + $46.75 (malpractice/student ins. & drug screening) Cost: $120 + $1.25 insurance Small Engine Repair Sa 8am-2:30pm 1/22 SCC, T-122 Thompson/ Long + ($70.35 textbooks + tax & $15.70 textbook + tax) TTh 7-10pm 1/18-3/17 SCC, B-107 D. Long Sa 8am-2:30pm 3/26 SCC, T-122 Thompson/Long Registration: Wed., March 2 from 7:30-8am. Class begins 8am Welding Fundamentals Cost: $175 + $1.25 insurance Independent Auto Dealers License Renewal 3/02-5/04 MW 8am-noon Classroom SCC, HHS-123 M. Blackwell Cost: $65 + $13 class materials & lunch MTh 6-7pm (lecture) 1/20-5/12 SCC, M-132 B. Cain 7-9:30pm (lab) SCC, M-134 3/02-5/04 T 9am-3:30pm 1/18 SCC, T-122 J. Gibson TTh 7:30am-4pm Clinical Off Campus Sa 9am-2:30pm SCC, M-132 SaSu 1/22-5/14 E. Ellis T 9am-3:30pm 2/15 SCC, T-122 J. Gibson Su 1:30-4:30pm SCC, M-134 ACLS Initial Course Cost: $65 (unless fee exempt) + $5 cert. card + ($39 textbook + tax) W 9am-3:30pm 3/09 SCC, T-122 J. Gibson SaSu 8am-5pm 2/26-2/27 SCC, R-101 A. West Bartending Cost: $65 T 9am-3:30pm 4/12 SCC, T-122 J. Gibson ACLS Re-Certifcation Cost: $65 (unless fee exempt) + $5 cert. card + ($39 textbook + tax) T 6-9pm 2/01-3/22 SCC, T-101 J. Fox NC Escort Vehicle Operator Re-Certifcation Cost: $65 Sa 8am-5pm 4/30 SCC, R-101 A. West Basic Pastry Techniques Cost: $175 + $1.25 insurance + $8 class materials Sa 8am-noon 2/05 SCC, T-121 M. Creech PALS Initial Course Cost: $65 (unless fee exempt) + $5 cert. card + ($47.75 textbook + tax) T 6-9pm 2/21-4/12 SCC, T-118 Chef A. Kilz Sa 8am-noon 4/09 SCC, T-121 M. Creech SaSu 8am-5pm 3/26-3/27 SCC, R-101 A. West Basics in Volunteer Management (Online) Cost: $65 Funeral Director Requirement: Customer Service-The PALS Re-Certifcation Cost: $65 (unless fee exempt) + $5 cert. card + ($47.75 textbook + tax) Online Online 1/24-3/28 Online M. Prevatte Other Half of Your JobCost: $65 + $10 class materials & lunch Sa 8am-5pm 1/22 SCC, R-101 A. West M 9am-2:30pm 4/11 SCC, T-122 L. Mitchell Call Center Associate Cost: $175 Mobile Burn Simulator Cost: $65 (unless exempt) M-Th 6-9pm 1/24-3/17 SCC, mobile 9-1 T. Williams Broker-in-Charge Annual Review #8811 Cost: $60 Acme-Delco Riegelwood M 5-9pm 4/18 SCC, T-122 T. Daniel Sa 8am-5pm 1/15 D. Laviner M-F 8:30am-2:30pm 3/07-3/30 SCC, mobile 9-1 S. Hickman Fire-Rescue NC Real Estate Update #9911 Cost: $60 Conversational Spanish in the Workplace Cost: $65 Computer Fundamentals & Living Online Cost: $120 T 8:30am-12:30pm 4/19 SCC, T-122 T. Daniel Sa 9am-noon 1/22-5/14 SCC, T-124 L. Hilburn Sa 9am-noon 2/12-4/02 SCC, T-121 S. McNair Property Disclosure: Reducing Risks #2606 Cost: $60 Computer Multimedia Concepts Cost: $120 Digital Darkroom Techniques Cost: $65 T 1:30-5:30pm 4/19 SCC, T-122 T. Daniel M 9am-noon 1/24-5/09 SCC, T-124 G. Cable T 6-9pm 2/01-3/22 SCC, CART-126 M. Gilchrist Allied Health Career Readiness **Fee Waived ($88.85 textbooks) How to Use Windows 2007 Cost: $65 Effective Teacher Training Cost: $65 W 5-9pm 1/19-5/04 SCC, HHS-133 R. Capps M 6-9pm 1/24-3/14 SCC, T-124 L. Hilburn MTTh 6-9pm 2/11-3/08 SCC, CART-165 B. Yates Geriatric Nurse Aide Cost: $175 + $46.75 (malpractice/student ins. Making Movies with Windows Cost: $120 Offce Administrators Course: Communication Cost: $65 & drug screening)+ ($15 textbooks + tax & $9 textbook + tax) T 8:30-11:30am 1/18-5/03 Bolton Sen. Ctr L. Hilburn Registration: Wed., Jan. 19 from 4:30-5pm. Class begins 5pm T 1:30-4:30pm 3/01-4/19 SCC, T-124 E. Robertson T 6-9pm 1/18-5/03 Cherry Grove Ctr L. Hilburn 1/19-5/02 REAL (Rural Entrepreneurship Through Action Learning) Cost: $65 + $12 textbook MW 5-9pm Cl1ssroom SCC, HHS-139 C. Baccarny Making Movies with Windows Cost: $65 (Financial assistance available through NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission) 4/09-4/30 F 9am-noon 1/28-3/18 W’ville DREAM Ctr K. Moore T 6:15-9:15pm 2/22-4/12 SCC, CART-164 P. Locklear SaSu 7:30am-1:30pm Clinical Off Campus Microsoft Excel 2007 Cost: $120 Spanish for Teaching Professionals Cost: $65 5/02 M 5-7pm Presentation SCC, HHS-139 W 9am-noon 1/19-5/04 SCC, T-124 L. Hilburn T 3:30-5pm 2/03-3/24 W’ville School Admin. Bldg. S. McNair Th 6-9pm 1/20-5/05 SCC, T-124 L. Hilburn Healthcare Billing & Coding Specialist Part I Spanish for Teaching Professionals II Cost: $65 Cost: $175 + ($79.95 textbook + tax; $110.85 + tax & $109.95 + tax) QuickbooksPro Cost: $65 Th 3:30-5pm 2/03-3/24 W’ville School Admin. Bldg S. McNair MTh 6-9pm 1/20-5/09 WBDC J. Simmons (Financial assistance available through NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission) F 9am-noon 2/04-3/25 SCC, T-124 L. Hilburn The Art of Jewelry Making Cost: $65 Healthcare Billing & Coding Specialist Part II (Online) (supplies available for purchase at 1st class meeting) Cost: $175 + ($79.95 textbook + tax; $108.70 + tax & $108.70 + tax) Using Social Media to Market Your Business or Non-Proft Cost: $65 M 6-9pm 2/21-4/11 SCC, T-120 J. Walker Online Online 1/18-5/13 Online D. Hammonds T 6-9pm 1/25-3/15 SCC, T-124 L. Stocks BeeKeeping Cost: $65 Medical Assisting: Computer Operations & Transcription Web Design for Small Business Cost: $65 (Online) Cost: $120 + ($96 textbook + tax) (Financial assistance available through NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission) (Financial assistance available through NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission) Online Online 1/18-5/13 Online J. Burleson T 6-9pm 3/01-4/19 SCC, T-121 E. Ward M 6-9pm 3/21-5/09 SCC, T-124 L. Hilburn Professional Certifcation Classes Medication Aide Exam Prep for Adult Care Homes Cost: $65 Notary Public Cost: $65 + ($27.70 textbook + tax) NC Escort Vehicle Operator Certifcation Cost: $65 TTh 6-9pm 1/18-2/10 SCC, HHS-142 J. Robinson TTh 5:30-9:30pm 1/18 & 1/20 SCC, T-120 W. Penny Sa 8am-5pm 1/22 SCC, T-121 M. Creech Medication Aide Exam Prep for Skilled Nursing Facilities TTh 5:30:9:30pm 3/22 & 3/24 SCC, T-120 W. Penny Sa 8am-5pm 3/26 SCC, T-121 M. Creech Cost: $65 + ($9.70 textbook + tax) NC EPA Certifcation Cost: $65 + $5 class materials Sa 8am-5pm 5/07 SCC, T-121 M. Creech TTh 6-9pm 3/01-3/24 SCC, HHS-142 J. Robinson MTh 6-9pm 2/21-3/17 SCC, T-121 M. Norris NC Vehicle Safety Inspection Cost: $65 + $4 class materials Ophthalmic Assistant Cost: $175 + ($73.95 textbook + tax) Plumbing Basics Cost: $175 + ($79.95 textbook + tax) TTh 6-10pm 2/08 & 2/10 SCC, T-120 M. Creech MW 6-9pm 1/19-5/11 SCC, A-212 S. Sellers TTh 6-9pm 1/18-5/05 SCC, T-122 T. Quinn TTh 6-10pm 4/05 & 4/07 SCC, T-120 M. Creech Bank Customer Service Training Cost: $120 Automotive Mechanic Cost: $175 + $1.25 insurance Work Zone Flagger Program Cost:$65 + $5 textbook TWTh 6-9pm 3/15-4/14 SCC, A-229 Y. Gold MTh 5pm-8pm 1/20 - 5/12 ECHS R Best Sa 8am-noon 1/15 SCC, T-121 M. Creech Bank Teller Training Cost: $120 Independent Auto Dealers Initial Course Cost: $65 Sa 8am-noon 3/12 SCC, T-122 M. Creech TWTh 6-9pm 2/01-3/03 SCC, A-212 Y. Gold TW 9am-4pm 3/22 & 3/23 SCC, T-122 J. Gibson Classes for Job Seekers Keys 2 Job Success Lab **Fee Waived Exploring Computers for Job Seekers **Fee Waived Exploring Keyboarding for Job Seekers **Fee Waived MWTh 8am-5pm; TTh 9am-1pm 1/18-3/01 SCC, A-203 K. Moore T 6-9pm 1/18-4/12 SCC, T-126 G. Cable T 8am-8pm; F 8am-3pm 1/04-5/06 SCC, A-128 L. Phillips TWF 1-4pm 1/18-2/04 SCC, T-126 L. Hilburn M-F 8:30-11:30am 1/24-2/09 SCC, T-126 E. Robertson Job Search from Start to Finish **Fee Waived T 9am-1pm 1/18-3/15 TC Family Champ M. Baldwin F 6-9pm; Sa 9am-4pm; 3/18-3/27 SCC, T-126 G. Cable T 1-3pm 1/04-5/06 SCC, mobile 9-1 P. Walker Su 2-5pm TTh 6-9pm 1/18-3/01 Bogue Comm Ctr J. Register Job Networking **Fee Waived MW 8-11am 1/24-3/07 SCC, CART-108 K. Moore Exploring Keyboarding for Job Seekers II **Fee Waived M-F 8:30-11:30am 3/14-3/30 SCC, T-126 E. Robertson W 2-4pm 1/05-5/04 SCC, A-201 P. Walker MW 6-9pm 1/24-3/07 CSA, Delco J. 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Class requires pre-registration. To pre-register or for textbook information call (910)642-7141, ext. 296 or 397. Editorials Te News Reporter, Monday, January 17, 2011 911 system American exceptionalism upgrade can’t By DEMIR BASTUG wait any longer NR Writers Group American exceptionalism is an ideal that has lately been under The county has many capital needs fire. in the coming months, but none comes Our president, almost mock- even close to touching critical upgrades ingly, has stated that he “believes required at the 911 Center. in American exceptionalism, just Pages to fire and rescue departments like the Brits believe in British go unheard. Often, even if a depart- exceptionalism and the Greeks ment’s pagers are activated, there is no believe in Greek exceptionalism.” But the concept is not new. voice to follow. Communications some- The idea was first articulated times are so garbled responders have to by John Winthrop, governor of call the 911 Center by phone to get the the Massachusetts Bay Colony in information they need. The problems 1630. His “City on a Hill” was a have caused exasperation for both the faith-based example for the rest dispatchers and responders. of the world. A big part of the problem is that the To confuse our exceptionalism with national pride does a dis- county The point service to our founding fathers. budgeted Communications Certainly the Brits or Greeks only $8,000 have plenty of reasons for na- or so a year are garbled. There are tional pride and I do not wish to for mainte- numerous dead spots. detract from their contributions nance. As a Dispatchers transmit to history and humanity. But that is not exceptional- result, the but nothing goes out. Refusing to take no for an answer entire sys- ism. Our exceptionalism was Emergency Manage- By JEFFERSON WEAVER for more gun laws, which made me It’s sad that the community col- established by our founders when tem needs they created our unique form of upgrading. ment is patching the sys- Staff Writer spit and growl. The police officers I lege which Loughner left wasn’t know have problems with the myr- able to let someone in authority government never before seen in Multiple tem together as best it The folks on the left – barring iad of gun laws we already have know the fears of his classmates the world. “We hold these truths radio tech- can, but the equipment a scant few – should be ashamed. on the books. Adding more laws to and teachers. However, they were to be self-evident, that all men nicians is in such disaray, noth- It’s been just over a week now punish law-abiding citizens does afraid of violating privacy laws, are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with have tried ing short of a massive since a deranged young’un named nothing except create a populace and thus being sued. That worked to put Band Jared Loughner took an illegally better suited for job growth in the out real well, didn’t it? certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty Aids on the upgrade and overhaul purchased firearm and attacked a crime market. Then there are the high school and the pursuit of Happiness.” system, but will do. crowd in Tucson. So far, folks have I have a number of firearms, officials and parents who chose to blamed Sarah Palin, talk radio, These words, from the Declara- it’s in such and not one ignore complaints and comments Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, of them has about Loughner’s behavior. The tion of Independence, gave credit disarray, right-wing conservative newspaper ever jumped court system is set up in such a to God for all that we have. This is most don’t even know where to start. columnists, and guns for the attack. up out of the way that anyone in a position of exceptional. Because the system is so obsolete, the This Loughner boy was – is – cabinet or authority hurting a student’s feel- Religious freedom, unheard of only way to fix it is to essentially start sadly disturbed. He had, by his own off the gun- ings could find themselves deeply in those days, was a basic tenet in over. Fortunately, new legislation now Internet admission, a hatred for rack, loaded enmeshed in a lawsuit, so folks our founding. True then, just as Jews, centralized government, and itself, and choose to look the other way. true now. Of course, freedom of allows counties to tap into the surcharge religion has been hijacked by the that telephone users pay monthly. For- authority. The fact that he received walked out to At the top of this heap – and my a form letter from Congresswoman attack some- heart goes out to them – are the far left in their attempt to create merly, that money could be used only Gabrielle Giffords apparently just one. Banning parents. They know now what they a society with freedom from reli- for phone system upgrades. Now it can made him angrier. guns won’t should have done, and what the gion. That is not exceptional. There is nothing wrong with be used for radio system and 911 Center The leftwingers have made a big do a dodgast- Weaver consequences were for not doing equipment purchases. Columbus County deal out of Palin’s “crosshairs” ed thing to their duty as a mom and dad. the idea that America is that has more than $900,000 in its account, map, which used place-markers stop the illegal weapons being used When I was a teenager, if we “City on a Hill,” a beacon for the world showing how a society built which is a good start, but the fix could very similar to those on Google in the Mexican drug war, since were seen driving around late at on the precepts of freedom and cost as much as $1.5 million. Earth to point out congressional even the anti-gun major media night, or behaving in an odd man- races that were in play. Since the equality can thrive and become a The county thought it had a $400,000 has admitted those weapons come ner, or doing something that might left enjoys hating Sarah Palin from places other than America. I or might not be within Mom and champion of justice around the federal grant obtained by Rep. Mike almost as much as they love hat- had to laugh at a newscast showing Dad’s rules – our parents knew world. Does this mean that we are McIntyre to assist with the upgrade, but ing George Bush, it was natural a “major weapons cache” taken about it. Sometimes there was a better than everyone else? The since the new Congress has taken that to blame her for the crimes of a from a drug lord’s bunker. The legitimate explanation, but if there answer is a resounding yes! off the table, county taxpayers will have young man with some serious alleged reporter claimed the guns wasn’t, we found ourselves facing President Obama has spent to make up the difference. mental issues. had come from legal purchases in further scrutiny. the last 20 months on a worldwide Problem is, Loughner didn’t like the United States and smuggled When I was growing up, teachers, tour apologizing for the United The new system must be state-of-the States. We are an imperfect art, within reason. Even when the radio anybody, much less Miss Sarah. into Mexico. I’ve never been in a businessmen, even police officers Still, folks love attacking Sarah gun store where fully-automatic had no compunction about calling society. Slavery and subsequent equipment was working, there were Palin, and this probably distracted Kalishnikov rifles, rocket propelled your momma. Now we have 16-year- civil rights violations are a stain numerous radio dead spots around the them from blaming her for the grenades, grenade launchers, or olds in prison, and feral 22-year- on our national character. But county. That’s why when bids for the floods in Australia. But I digress. M-2 .50 caliber machine guns were olds shooting a Congresswoman man is imperfect. Have we grown new system are obtained, it’s important After Palin, there are the still- stacked up beside the Mossberg because she is Jewish. from these earlier flaws, has our that corners not be cut. continuing cries against talk radio, shotguns and Marlin rifles. What’s worse are those on the character strengthened, are we now a better society (not because One axiom that’s always true in po- which honestly didn’t do quite as Every time I purchase a firearm, left who refuse to let the facts get of it, but despite it)? lice, EMS and fire is that all the equip- much to knock down liberalism I have to fill out a form that states in the way of a good story. They’ll as did Americans standing up Again, an unapologetic yes. ment and trained personnel in the world I am not planning an insurrection, attack everything except the real and exercising their rights and nor have I ever been treated for problem, since that involves being Our sense of national identity doesn’t amount to a hill of beans when responsibilities. It is amusing that mental disease. This form isn’t made uncomfortable. has been harmed by the apology responders can’t be notified. Reliable Loughner’s friends and acquain- required by the illegal dealers What Loughner needed was tour and the belittling of Ameri- communications is the first crucial com- tances say he was a drug user, on back streets and in parking not a gun law, but a responsible can exceptionalism. Division ponent of any good emergency response hated all forms of government, and lots who break the law anyway. person who wouldn’t take no for exists, as apparently per the plan, system. The county’s communication now we know even had a shrine to Thieves and scofflaws rarely find an answer. It’s frightfully easy for in our country and within our Satan in his back yard. Yup, that’s themselves affected either by new family members to have a relative standing on the world stage. system in place now not only isn’t good, What the goal of this is, well, it’s dangerous. certainly someone influenced by laws or law enforcement – unless, locked up for a mental evaluation. Sean Hannity and Glenn Beck, who of course, they get caught. Had the parents refused to be of that is known only by the far left Failure is not an option when police, would have benefitted from laws Regardless of how I fill out said help, a responsible person would that now rules our country. Our EMS and fire emergencies occur. prohibiting free speech. form, the gun dealer still has the then take the next step and go to sense of national identity is at Thankfully – and to his everlast- right – indeed, the responsibility– the police—again, refusing to take stake. Our country is being di- ing credit – the president didn’t not to sell me a firearm if he thinks no for an answer. vided from within. We are on the jump on the finger-pointing knee- I am dangerous. What would have stopped Jared same team. We and us, not they or jerking bandwagon. I still wish he It was reported that Loughner Loughner was not not a press them. There is no question that would have made some reference to was refused ammunition at a release announcing that he made times are tough. Unemployment Quotes of God in his speech, but he did a good is up, confidence is down and Walmart because, the clerk said, people nervous, nor a ban on harsh job of starting the healing process. he didn’t look right. Kudos to that words over the radio. What would there is great uncertainty. One Listening to the speech (after the clerk. Possibly at the risk of his or have stopped Loughner before he thing is certain, that “A House fact), I realized the applause was her job and life, that worker used started shooting was what put an divided against itself cannot the week not necessarily for Obama, but for what few other folks in Arizona end to the carnage—someone will- stand.” the genuine heroes of that day. seem to have in dealing with the ing to stand up and do the right From Jesus Christ (Luke 11:17) There were the immediate calls alleged shooter – common sense. thing. to Abraham Lincoln, this concept “Six hours of sunlight is like a thou- remains true. We must compel sand pounds of salt. We’re hoping we our leaders to unify and not can put this thing to bed tomorrow divide. With two years left in this afternoon.” administration, there is still time. Do unto others We are one. We are that “City on a – Ken Clark, speaking Tuesday about the Hill.” We are U.S.A. condition of Columbus County roadways By RAY LUNDY dren; I’ll watch him close.” The A little later he learned that the after many areas got six inches of snow NR Writers Group Indian was out for almost a week, Indian whom he had treated was a starting Monday morning. and Jake was tired. One morning, chief ’s son. “He’ll come back and Write us The big Indian stumbled out of Jake awoke, and to his surprise, kill us all, Jake,” his scared wife the forest, walked a few steps into the Indian was gone. He slipped kept telling him. Send letters to the editor to “From the information I’ve been giv- the plowed field, and fell face first out before dawn. There was more fighting with Editor Les High at leshigh@ en by two different people, the com- into the soft dirt. Jake Smyth had The times were dangerous. It the settlers. More settlements and whiteville.com or to P.O. Box pany would be very much in direct watched him fall. Jake moved cau- was the American frontier in the homes were attacked and burned. 707, Whiteville, N.C., 28472. competition with us. For the county tiously toward the Indian. An ar- early days of our country, and the Jake had seen a raiding party cross All letters must be signed, to bring in a company from out of row protruded from his shoulder, white man had pushed beyond the his land, but they moved on. include the community in the country and give them land to and it was evident that the Indian Blue Ridge Mountains toward the All around them homes were which the writer lives, and compete with us would be wrong.” had lost much blood. Mississippi River. burned and settlers killed, but Jake hauled the Indian to his There had been bad blood be- Jake, his property, nor his family include a phone number, house on the drag, cleaned him tween some of the settlers and the was ever touched. which will not be published. – Phil Honeycutt, of Honeycutt Produce, up, took him inside, got the arrow Indians. Some of the Indians had Jake learned that the chief had Letters should be limited to Chadbourn, on the county’s consideration out, and put him to bed over the been fighting among themselves, issued orders that Jake was not to 350 words. Writers are lim- to give free land and methane gas to heat protests of his wife. and some had raided a few com- be bothered. And, so it was for the ited to one letter every 30 greenhouses at the closed New Hope land- “He still has on war paint, for munities of the white settlers. rest of Jake’s life. What is it the days. Letters about personal God’s sake, Jake. He will kill us in Jake had only heard of the Book says? “Do unto others as you fill. The Canadian company said they or business disputes will not would generate 25 jobs. our sleep,” but Jake reassured her fighting, and the wounded Indian would have them do unto you.” that he would watch him closely brave was his first encounter with (The above was adapted from be considered. and care for him. the Indians, but he had treated the a true story of the American “He’ll not hurt you or the chil- Indian well. frontier.) The News Reporter • Monday, January 17, 2011 (EALTHIER#OLUMBUS A 52 Week Focus on Health Recipe Healthy Tuna Bake

1 can (7 oz.) water-packed Glaucoma Defned tuna, broken into small pieces What is glaucoma? 1 can (10 oz.) tomato soup Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can 1/2 cup milk damage the eye’s optic nerve and result in 1/4 lb. American or cheddar vision loss and blindness. Glaucoma oc- curs when the normal fuid pressure inside cheese the eyes slowly rises. However, with early 1 lb. box of elbow macaroni, treatment, you can often protect your eyes cooked against serious vision loss. Mix frst four ingredients in What is the optic nerve? The optic nerve is a bundle of more than saucepan and heat until cheese 1 million nerve fbers. It connects the retina melts. Add macaroni to sauce to the brain. The retina is the light-sensitive and mix well. Pour into greased tissue at the back of the eye. A healthy optic baking dish and bake at 350° nerve is necessary for good vision. for 20 minutes. Serves 8.

Chicken Noodle Bake: Substi- tute cream of celery soup for Symptoms and tomato, 1 cup diced chicken for tuna, cooked noodles for elbow Forms of Glaucoma macaroni. Egg Noodle Bake: Substitute cream of chicken soup for Open-angle glaucoma is the most com- in as few as one or two days. Usually, tomato, 3 or more sliced hard- mon form. Some people have other types prompt laser surgery and medicines can of the disease. clear the blockage and protect sight. boiled eggs Detection for tuna, 1. Low-tension or normal-tension glau- 3. Congenital glaucoma. Children are and cooked What are the symptoms of glaucoma? coma. Optic nerve damage and narrowed born with a defect in the angle of the eye noodles At frst, there are no symptoms. Vision stays side vision occur in people with normal that slows the normal drainage of fuid. for elbow normal, and there is no pain. eye pressure. Lowering eye pressure at These children usually have obvious macaroni. However, as the disease progresses, a person symptoms, such as cloudy eyes, sensitiv- with glaucoma may notice his or her side vision least 30 percent through medicines slows gradually failing. That is, objects in front may still the disease in some people. Glaucoma ity to light, and excessive tearing. Conven- be seen clearly, but objects to the side may be may worsen in others despite low pres- tional surgery typically is the suggested missed. sures. treatment, because medicines may have As glaucoma remains untreated, people may A comprehensive medical history is im- unknown effects in infants and be diffcult miss objects to the side and out of the corner of to administer. Surgery is safe and effec- their eye. Without treatment, people with glauco- portant in identifying other potential risk ma will slowly lose their peripheral (side) vision. factors, such as low blood pressure, that tive. If surgery is done promptly, these Causes and They seem to be looking through a tunnel. Over contribute to low-tension glaucoma. If no children usually have an excellent chance time, straight-ahead vision may decrease until no risk factors are identifed, the treatment of having good vision. vision remains. options for low-tension glaucoma are the Risk Factors Glaucoma can develop in one or both eyes. 4. Secondary glaucomas. These can This information was developed by the National same as for open-angle glaucoma. Eye Institute to help patients and their families develop as complications of other medical How does open-angle glaucoma damage search for general information about glaucoma. 2. Angle-closure glaucoma. The fuid at conditions. These types of glaucomas are the optic nerve? An eye care professional who has examined the the front of the eye cannot reach the angle sometimes associated with eye surgery or In the front of the eye is a space called the anterior chamber. A clear fuid fows continu- patient’s eyes and is familiar with his or her medi- and leave the eye. The angle gets blocked advanced cataracts, eye injuries, certain ously in and out of the chamber and nourishes cal history is the best person to answer specifc eye tumors, or uveitis (eye infammation). questions. by part of the iris. People with this type of nearby tissues. The fuid leaves the chamber glaucoma have a sudden increase in eye Pigmentary glaucoma occurs when pig- at the open angle where the cornea and iris Who is at risk for glaucoma? pressure. Symptoms include severe pain ment from the iris fakes off and blocks the meet. When the fuid reaches the angle, it Anyone can develop glaucoma. Some people and nausea, as well as redness of the meshwork, slowing fuid drainage. A se- fows through a spongy meshwork, like a drain, are at higher risk than others. They include: eye and blurred vision. If you have these vere form, called neovascular glaucoma, and leaves the eye. • African Americans over age 40. symptoms, you need to seek treatment is linked to diabetes. Corticosteroid drugs Sometimes, when the fuid reaches the • Everyone over age 60, especially Mexican angle, it passes too slowly through the mesh- immediately. used to treat eye infammations and other Americans. work drain. As the fuid builds up, the pressure diseases can trigger glaucoma in some • People with a family history of glaucoma. This is a medical emergency. If your doc- inside the eye rises to a level that may dam- tor is unavailable, go to the nearest hospi- people. Treatment includes medicines, age the optic nerve. When the optic nerve is Among African Americans, studies show that tal or clinic. Without treatment to improve laser surgery, or conventional surgery. damaged from increased pressure, open-angle glaucoma is: the fow of fuid, the eye can become blind glaucoma--and vision loss--may result. That’s • Five times more likely to occur in African Ameri- why controlling pressure inside the eye is cans than in Caucasians. important. • About four times more likely to cause blindness in African Americans than in Caucasians. • Fifteen times more likely to cause blindness in Does increased eye pressure mean that I African Americans between the ages of 45-64 Protect have glaucoma? than in Caucasians of the same age group. your Not necessarily. Increased eye pressure Vision means you are at risk for glaucoma, but does A comprehensive dilated eye exam can reveal more risk factors, such as high eye pressure, not mean you have the disease. A person has thinness of the cornea, and abnormal optic nerve glaucoma only if the optic nerve is damaged. anatomy. In some people with certain combina- If you have increased eye pressure but no tions of these high-risk factors, medicines in the damage to the optic nerve, you do not have form of eyedrops reduce the risk of developing glaucoma. However, you are at risk. Follow the glaucoma by about half. advice of your eye care professional. Medicare covers an annual comprehensive dilated eye exam for some people at high risk for Can I develop glaucoma if I have increased glaucoma. eye pressure? Not necessarily. Not every person with increased eye pressure will develop glaucoma. Studies have shown that the early detection Some people can tolerate higher eye pres- and treatment of glaucoma, before it causes sure better than others. Also, a certain level of major vision loss, is the best way to control the eye pressure may be high for one person but Upcoming Community Health Events disease. So, if you fall into one of the high-risk normal for another. groups for the disease, make sure to have your Whether you develop glaucoma depends on Mon.Tues. St. Mark’s AME Zion Church has a free exercise group that meets eyes examined through dilated pupils every two the level of pressure your optic nerve can toler- every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Feel free to stop by 114 years by an eye care professional. ate without being damaged. This level is dif- Thurs. West Virgil Street in Whiteville and participate. If you are being treated for glaucoma, be sure ferent for each person. That’s why a compre- to take your glaucoma medicine every day. See hensive dilated eye exam is very important. It Whiteville United Methodist Church Exercise Group. Adults ages your eye care professional regularly. can help your eye care professional determine Mon.Wed. 50+ Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. in You also can help protect the vision of family what level of eye pressure is normal for you. Thurs. the church parlor. Please call 642-3376 for more information. members and friends who may be at high risk for glaucoma--African Americans over age 40; every- Can I develop glaucoma without an in- one over age 60, especially Mexican Americans; crease in my eye pressure? Tune in to WENC 1220 AM on Wednesdays from 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. for and people with a family history of the disease. Wed. Yes. Glaucoma can develop without in- a live health broadcast with Aaron Chancy. Encourage them to have a comprehensive dilated eye exam at least once every two years. Remem- creased eye pressure. This form of glaucoma ber: Lowering eye pressure in glaucoma’s early is called low-tension or normal-tension glau- Do you know about an upcoming Community Health Event? To include your event in stages slows progression of the disease and coma. It is not as common as open-angle Get up and Go, email the full information to [email protected] helps save vision. glaucoma.

Brought to The Columbus County you by: Health Department The News Reporter 12-A – The News Reporter, Monday, January 17, 2011 Emily Continued from page 3-A

Jane Currin, Emily’s bas- ton coach, was hesitant. that plays four guards to apply ketball mentor for the past “I was not even thinking full-court pressure, Jordan Better hearing five years, brought the hoop she was going to potentially be decided to play Emily for just to Emily the day before her a varsity player, “ Jordan said. 11 minutes. surgery. When doctors said it But during Broughton’s “Any playing time I can get was unlikely that she would be tryouts in November, Jordan is awesome, “ Emily said after well enough to play basketball was impressed with Emily’s Broughton fell to Enloe, 71-52. is affordable! this season, Emily used the footwork, her hands and her “No one really expected me to hoop as motivation. desire to play again. Em- actually be on the team, so the “Somebody telling her she ily had also become a vocal fact that I’m starting and get- wouldn’t play was all the deter- leader. ting a few minutes is exciting.” mination she needed to hear, “ Now on the varsity team, Throughout this season, said Currin, an Appalachian Emily is trying to build up she will continue to adjust to We have solutions for you. State University Athletic Hall the very thing Jordan wanted her role on the team and to her of Famer after having 660 as- from her last season: stamina. new life - one that has already sists from 1984-88. Before Tuesday’s game against affected more lives than she Emily decided to start Enloe, she kept her teammates thought was possible. She will walking around her neigh- loose with jokes. Inside the continue to encourage people borhood in April. Then she locker room, Jordan pointed to become organ donors. ran. Soon, she was walking to her, signaling that she was Emily understands that and running up stairs – all going to be starting at center. people will want to hear her weeks ahead of what doctors On Broughton’s first pos- story more than anything else anticipated. By July 31, she session, Emily drew a foul and - whether it’s for hope, inspira- was playing basketball with received two free throws. tion or spiritual reasons. Currin. Swish. Swish. And when she speaks, she “She is the only patient Although those would be will bring up that Bible verse I’ve had who has gotten back her only points in the game, on the Nerf backboard in her a member of to such a remarkable level of she also grabbed three re- bedroom. functioning to compete within bounds, made two assists Because if she has any- a sport so quickly, “ Hudson, and was able to play solid thing to say about her life, the transplant coordinator, defense - all while Richard she’ll start with that. said. and Elaine cheered from the nate.taylor@newsobserver. Still, Jordan, the Brough- stands. Against an Enloe team comor 919 829-4538 Towns get back to normal nMeetings set for Tues- camaw postponed their regu- Many of the homes with the day night; yard waste, larly scheduled town board systems are in areas where Call today to trash collections back on meetings due to ice on area stormwater drains directly schedule. highways. Lake Waccamaw into Lake Waccamaw. Sewer change your life. will meet Tuesday at 6 p.m. spills could pollute the lake By JEFFERSON WEAVER At the top of the agenda are and result in thousands of Staff Writer the proposed regulations for dollars in fines. Susan Gore, Au.D. L. Brooks Gore, Ph.D. sewage grinders, tanks and Whiteville will also hold its Local governments are pumps. regularly scheduled meeting slowly getting services and The systems are required at 6:30 p.m. at the city hall. meetings back on schedule in some areas of town to 302 Liberty St 584 Farringdom St 2298 Hwy 17 as last week’s winter storm move wastewater to the lift becomes a melting memory. stations, where it can then be Whiteville, NC 28472 Lumberton, NC 28358 Shallotte, NC 28459 Waste Management sus- transferred to the processing Columbus pended yard waste pickup plant. The new requirements, government 910.642.3675 910.671.5014 910.755.2428 in Whiteville, Chadbourn, if approved by town commis- Brunswick, and Tabor City sioners, will only affect homes observing last week due to the ice and with failed systems or ones snow. The company also which are non-compliant with View our educational video on hearing at www.coastalhearingcenters.com played catch-up later in the state building codes. MLK Day week, collecting trash that The town began research- Columbus County offices couldn’t be picked up Monday ing a standardized set of rules are closed today in observance or Tuesday. for the systems after an in- of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Regularly scheduled yard spection last year turned up Commissioners will meet to- waste service will resume numerous homes with leak- morrow (Tuesday) at 6:30 p.m. this week. ing, substandard or danger- for their regularly scheduled Whiteville and Lake Wac- ous sewage grinder systems. meeting.

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(Minimum of 13 Weeks) (910) 642-1868 (Minimum of 13 Weeks) Paid for3-ADISON3T 7HITEVILLE by the Vote for Jim Mauldin committee Sports Te News Reporter, Monday, January 17, 2011 Hallsboro Middle School Tournament Pack heads into third day of action Tuesday By DAN BISER Hallsboro 38 trips Sports Editor Acme-Delco 33 Hallsboro used a 12-4 third-quar- Although it was postponed by snow ter run in knocking off the defending for three straight days, the 19th Halls- boys tournament champion. boro Middle School Invitational Bas- Acme-Delco led 17-15 at the half Cougs ketball Tournament got underway last before the Tigers big third quarter Thursday and is scheduled to be com- run, sparked by a six-point outburst BOILING SPRING pleted this Thursday. by Shaheed Bellamy. LAKES - The Whiteville Wolf- The tournament’s third day of ac- Bellamy led Hallsboro scorers pack shook off the effects of tion will get underway Tuesday with with 12 points, including 10 in the a 47-point road loss in its last four second-round games. second half. Michael Graham scored outing to come away with a 49- Tuesday’s schedule has a 4 p.m. eight points and Xavier Keel scored 43 victory over the host South girls game between Hallsboro and seven, including a key 3-point shot in Brunswick Cougars Friday in Acme-Delco, followed by a 5:15 girls the final quarter. Marquise Antone a Waccamaw 2A-3A Confer- match-up between Chadbourn and added six points in the nip-and-tuck ence boys basketball game. Williams Township. battle of neighboring rivals. Jordan Coach Jerry Singletary’s Tuesday boys action will have Freeman followed with five. Wolfpack holds down second Whiteville Central and Williams Traylon Jones was top scorer for place in the Waccamaw Con- Township squaring off at 6:30 p.m., Acme-Delco with 10 points. A.J. Wike ference standings with a 4-1 and Tabor City will take the court had seven points, including a 3-point- record. The WHS season re- against Hallsboro at 7:45. er and Kysheme Robinson had six for cord is 10-3. Semi-finals are scheduled for the Trojan squad. The Wolfpack girls team Wednesday with girls games at 4 also came away with a victory, and 5:15 and boys games at 6:30 and FRIDAY downing the Lady Cougars 51- 7:45 37 to improve its conference Championship games are sched- GIRLS record to 3-2. Coach Serena uled for Thursday with the girls at Nakina 24 Smith’s Wolfpack now holds a 5:30 and the boys at 6:45. Cerro Gordo 8 6-7 season record. All tournament games are being Nakina ran to a 14-6 halftime lead Coach Singletary said he played at Baldwin-Sessions Gym- and got an eight-point effort by Han- was pleased with the way his nasium on the Hallsboro Middle nah Lee. Lauryn Ray and Jasmine WHS boys team had bounced School campus. Aguirre had four points each for Na- back from the devastating 80- Daily admission to the tourna- kina. Katie Evans, Sadryne Jacobs 33 loss at West Bladen a week ment is $3. and earlier. Kylie Jenkins scored the only first “After losing like we did Results from the first two days of the half points for Cerro Gordo. Emma against West Bladen and then tournament follow: Burroughs, Reagan Powers and T. going three straight days with Merite also had Cerro Gordo bas- no school and no practice due kets.. to snow, I wasn’t sure how THURSDAY mentally prepared we would Carver 42 GIRLS Tabor City 23 be coming into this game. Williams Township 28 The Carver squad from Scotland “But we ended up playing Evergreen 6 County made its first-ever appear- pretty well tonight against a Williams Township held an 8-2 half- ance in the tournament and made its strong basketball program,” time lead before ringing up 20 points in presence known quickly. he added. “We showed some the second half. Danette Brown scored 18 points, enthusiasm and competed Brittany Sellers and Bailey Dyson including two 3-pointers, and Jas- Nakina-Williams match-up well.” each scored six points and Adrianna mine Jess tallied 16 (14 in the first Williams Township’s Lance Pickell (foreground) is fouled by Nakina’s The Wolfpack came on Williams connected on a 3-point shot half). Tryshawn Hemingway during Thursday’s frst-round action in the Halls- strong in the second quarter to pace a balanced Williams Township Carver, which led 24-5 at the half, when it outscored the Cougars scoring attack. Brianna Deese and Jes- also got four points from Qudashe boro Middle School Invitational Basketball Tournament. Williams won 15-4 for a 21-12 halftime lead. sica Sellers each had four points while McLean, and two each from Kwadeju 30-14 and will take on Whiteville Central Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., in sec- WHS held off several sec- Haleigh Milligan, Bailey Russ and Quick and S. Bryant. ond-round play. The 10-school tournament will run through Thursday. ond-half surges by the SBHS Lindsey Lewis each had tow Jaquacious Newman had 17 points Staff photos by Mark Gilchrist squad to pull out the win. Erica Torres scored all six points for for Tabor City and Cerra Bryant hit Senior guard Quamain Evergreen. a pair of 3-pointers in the final quar- Rose scored 21 points to lead ter. the Wolfpack. Sophomore Hallsboro 34 guard Fuquon Thompson Central 13 BOYS scored eight. After trailing 6-4 at the end of the Cerro Gordo 36 Montez Loman had 21 first quarter, the defending tournament Evergreen 23 points and Terrell Stanley champion Hallsboro team took charge E.J. Jenkins scored 13 points and scored 15 to provide all but with 12 unanswered points in the sec- Marvin Edge chalked up 11 as Cerro seven of the Cougar scoring ond quarter for a 16-6 halftime lead. Gordo battled from back from a 16-10 total. Kayla Brown had a big inside game halftime deficit to gain the win. The Coach Dan McGougan’s for the Lady Tigers and also canned a Stingers finished things off with 17 Cougars saw the conference 3-point shot to finish with a game-high points in the fourth quarter. record drop to 3-2 and season 11 points. Morgan McKeithan had nine Trey Benton scored seven points, record to 7-6. points, with one 3-pointer and Sayeh including a 3-pointer, and Joshua Campbell bucketed eight. Katie Roby, Hamilton tallied five. The Whiteville girls team Sonjura Campbell and Olivia Kissam Ozzly Johnson led Evergreen outscored SBHS 20-10 in the fi- had two points apiece with 12 points and Raquan Goodman nal quarter to pull away to its Shae Cokley led Central scorers scored eight. Kalyk Banks added 14-point victory and avenge with six points and Madison Hinson three. a loss to the Lady Cougars in contributed a 3-point basket. Dellasia the Wallace-Rose Hill Tourna- Freeman and Erika Vereen scored two Carver 51 ment during the Christmas points each. Chadbourn 27 Just like their girls team, the holidays. BOYS Carver boys got things going quickly, Jenna Watts led the Lady Williams Township 30 scoring 20 first-half points and lead- Wolfpack with a pair of Nakina 14 ing 28-13 at the half. 3-point baskets. Diedra Jor- Williams jumped to an 11-2 first Jaylend Ratliffe led the Carver dan scored 12 points, Jordan quarter lead behind the inside play of squad with 11 points, followed by Ray had 11 and Sam McCum- Louis Godwin. The Aggies held an 18-6 Jordan Ratliffe with eight. Antwan bee added nine. halftime lead over their neighboring Adams had seven points, including a Whiteville led at halftime rival. three-pointer. M. Yancy had six, Ran- 19-13. Godwin poured in 13 points, all in the dy Leak and Evan Guinn had five South Brunswick’s Kacy first three quarters, and guard Cephas each, T. Miles and J. High had four O’Connor led her team with McGill tallied six for the Aggies. Robert each and C. Richmond had one. 11 points and Katelyn Ray Patterson had four points, Lance Pick- Chadbourn’s Nizohn Powell had 10. The Lady Cougars are ell had three, followed by Layton R. and scored a game-high 14 points, nailing now 0-5 in conference and 3-10 Dylan T. with two points each. a pair of 3-pointers in the process. overall. A tenacious full-court press by Wil- Also scoring for Chadbourn were liams proved to be the big difference. Preston Pettit with four points, Hous- Whiteville will play host to Kris McCellon had seven points to ton Scott, D. McCollum and R. Eady South Columbus on Thursday pace Nakina. Brandon Long and C. with two each, and L. Lawson with and will travel to play North Trejo each had two points and William one. Brunswick on Friday. Thompson added one. Battle of point guards Whiteville’s non-confer- Hallsboro’s Morgan McKeithan (left) and Central’s Madison Hin- ence matchup with East Co- lumbus, scheduled for Tues- Warrior girls fall to Flora Macdonald son go after a loose ball at midcourt during frst-round action of day, has been postponed. RED SPRINGS - The Waccamaw to finish the game. the 19th Hallsboro Middle School Invitational Basketball Tourna- Academy girls basketball team fell to McKayla McNeill led Waccamaw GIRLS GAME Flora Macdonald 45-37 in a Southeast- Academy with 13 points. Chelsea ment Thursday. The defending girls champion Hallsboro squad Whiteville 10 9 12 20 - 51 ern Independent Conference basketball Britt had 11, followed by Savannah won 34-13 and will take on Acme-Delco on Tuesday at 4 p.m., in S. Brunswick 5 8 14 10 - 37 game. Williamson with seven, Samantha Waccamaw Academy had four play- Lane with five and Sarah Snipes with second-round play. The tournament, which has drawn boys and WHITEVILLE (51): Jordan Ray ers foul out, leaving only three players one. girls teams from 10 middle schools, will run through Thursday. 11, Sam McCumbee 9, Diedra Jor- dan 12, Alea Henry 4, Jenna Watts 15. SOUTH BRUNSWICK (37): Kacy O’Connor 11, Samantha Frye 2; SCC baseball looking to be competitive in 2011 Katelyn Ray 10, Kara Fields 6, Jas- Two years ago, members coach, Scott Johnson feels Guilford Tech, returns with now at Limestone University vancement in that organiza- mine Rabon 6. of the Southeastern Commu- his Rams can again be com- infielders Chase Rhodes, a at Gaffney, S.C., along with tion during the coming season. nity College baseball team petitive in Region 10 play, even Whiteville High School prod- 2008 SCC team member Char- “We’ve missed some prac- BOYS GAME Whiteville 6 15 12 16 - 49 surprised everyone but them- though he expects things to be uct, and Richard Campolong. lie Gore. tice days because of the snow, S, Brunswick 8 4 15 16 - 43 selves when they won the Re- as tough as ever. Right-handers Ryan Cul- Pitcher C.J. Ganus, a former but we’re looking forward gion 10 Division II champion- “Region 10 has expanded breath and Mustafa Hamed East Columbus High standout, to the season ahead,” Coach WHITEVILLE (49): Amani ship. and there are more Division are among the top retuning is now a member of the mound Johnson said. “We have 27 Greene 4, Jahwill Campbell 4, Qua- Last season, the Rams gave II teams competing this year, pitchers. staff at St. Augustine’s College players on the roster now, and main Rose 21, Willie Bellamy 6, Fu- a strong showing with a third- some that have dropped from SCC players from last sea- in Raleigh. that is down some from last quon Thompson 8, Robert Smith 2 place finish in the strong Re- Division I,” Johnson said. son who have gone on to join Outfielder Kentrell Dewitt year, but we feel we can accom- Jaquille Martin 4, gion 10 ranks. Southeastern, which will four-year programs are pitch- was the 13th round draft pick plish a lot again this season as SOUTH BRUNSWICK (43): Mon- Now headed into his fourth open its season on Feb. 19 with er Peyton Martin and out- of the Florida Marlins and is long as we continue to pull to- tez Loman 21, Justin Hill 5, Bonner season as SCC head baseball a home doubleheader against fielder Jeremy Peed, who are expected to make further ad- gether and work hard.” Stiller 2, Terrell Stanley 15, 2B - The News Reporter, Monday, January 17, 2011 Youth basketball sign-ups extended Registration for participa- tion in the Whiteville Youth Basketball League has been extended through Friday, Jan. 21, according to league coordi- nator Lane Coleman. Late registration fee is $20 for city residents and $30 for non-city residents. For more information, contact Cole- man at 642-9053.

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On this date January 17, 1995 Trailing 34-24 at halftime, the undefeated Whiteville Wolfpack goes on a 24-5 run in the third quarter that leads to a 65-60 Waccamaw Conference bas- ketball victory over the West Brunswick Trojans at Shallotte. Andre McCullum scores 16 points for the Wolfpack. Jablon- ski Moore contributes 14 points and Kevin McKenzie tallies 11 as Coach Glenn McKoy’s Wolf- Staff photos by Mark Gilchrist pack puts its season record at Cephas McGill (left) of the Williams Township boys team scores on a fast-break lay-up, and Kayla Brown (right) of the 12-0. The Wolfpack goes on to post a 24-2 record, falling to Hallsboro girls team looks for a passing outlet during frst-round play of the Hallsboro Middle School Invitational Bas- Lexington 69-67 in the state 2A ketball Tournament. This is the tournament’s 19th year and it has grown to become one of the premiere middle school championship game on a shot athletic events in Southeastern North Carolina. See story on 1B. at the buzzer by Lexington’s Bernard McIntosh.

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Buy your Insured. Lot clearing, demolition, tree Meditech and/or McKesson computer systems would be preferred. 1997 JEEP WRANGLER 4 cyl, 5 own home. We have homes start- removal, crush/run, top soil/sand. Call ing at $29,900 windzone II. Oak- Director of Patient Financial Services - Baccalaureate in Business Admin, 3 years of 910-212-8737 or 910-642-7033. speed air. $6,950. Call Garry Evans Automotive. 910-738-3006 wood Homes, Chadbourn, NC 910- supv/management experience in hospital patient accounting. $1-A-NITE DVD MOVIE RENTALS! 654-4128 2000 JEEP WRANGLER Sahara RN opportunities: Grab yours and those movie munch- ies at Hill’s Food Store off S. Madison pkg. Auto, air, hardtop. $9,950. Garry Perinatal Coordinator - RN for post-partum follow up in the home; will also work as a across from Lowes. Sign up at our site Evans Automotive 910-738-3006 staff RN on the Family Birthing Center, requires 2 yrs of maternal child nursing exp. for a FREE Rental now. 2001 JEEP WRANGLER, 4 cyl. 5 LOT FOR SALE at Sunset Beach. 5 www.carolinadvdondemand.com speed, air, both tops. $8,450. Garry blocks from Intracoastal Waterway. ED Clinical Supervisor - RN with 1 yr emergency department RN exp to provide super- Automotive. 910-738-3006 Call 843-267-4996. vision to ED personnel on night shift. ACLS and/or PALS at first opportunity post-hire. Bobby Hinson Construction Lot clearing, pond building, bushhog- 2007 FORD EDGE SE, auto 3.5L V6, LOT FOR SALE, New Hope Area. Nursing Informatics - RN with at least 2 yrs hospital exp and strong basic knowledge of ging, lots and hedge rows with mini 4 Door SUV, 35k. $18,500. Fair Bluff Mary B. White Rd. Ready to build on computers (days, M-F, some call). excavator. Call 640-7606. Ford Mercury 910-649-7531 with permit. Owner financing avail- able. Call 843-267-4996. Patient Care Coordinator - Prefer BSN, 3 yrs exp in an acute care setting with recent ED Carpentry Work 2007 KIA SEDONA EX, 30,800 miles, Roofing, painting and wallpaper. No or Critical Care exp. Previous supervisory exp preferred. (Normally days, M-F) excellent condition. $14,500. Call LOT FOR SALE: Williams Township/ job too small. Workmanship guaran- 646-1073 after 5 pm. Mollie area. Large lot, nice communi- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Part-time position requiring BSN and graduate teed. Call 642-4226. ty. Call 642-2872 or 653-3582. 2008 FORD EDGE SE, auto 3.5L V6, of accredited nurse anesthesia program. AANA member. RN license from NC or compact H & B CONSTRUCTION CO. 4 Door SUV, 20k. $20,500. Fair Bluff state with APRN certification from NC or if new grad must have NC Board of Nursing is- New home, remodeling, additions, Ford Mercury 910-649-7531 sued certificate as Graduate Nurse Anesthetist. general repairs, shingle work, new and re-roof. Hourly rate or contract. 2008 TOYOTA RAV4, 4dr, 4X2, sun- To apply, contact Deborah Dallas, Columbus Regional Healthcare System, 500 Jefferson Prices offered. All work fully guaran- roof, 30k miles. $17,900. Fair Bluff 250 ACRES OF LAND in the Pireway Section. Will sell total acreage or in St., Whiteville, NC 28472. Phone: 910-641-8393, email: [email protected] teed. Call Harold Bowen 642-6254, Ford Mercury 910-649-7531 day or night. 20 acre tracts. 653-9936. The News Reporter, Monday, January 17, 2011- 5B

33.84 ACRES off 74/76. 30 acres farm Combined Notice Objections to the release of funds on thereby and failure to carry out and Attorneys for David A. Simpson, P.C., of the estate of William R Ehlers, Jr., land. Call for details. $105,000 nego- bases other than those stated above perform the stipulations and agree- Substitute Trustee 2957 Whitehall Rd tiable. 910-770-4281 Notice to Public of No will not be considered by DCA/CFC. ments contained therein and, pursu- 2550 West Tyvola Road Whiteville, NC 28472 Significant Impact on No objection received after Febru- ant to demand of the holder of the Suite 520 Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2011. the Environment and ary 17, 2011 will be considered by indebtedness secured by said Deed Charlotte, NC 28217 Notice to Public of DCA/CFC. Comments must specify of Trust, the undersigned Substitute 704-442-9500 Time Warner Cable whether they concern the finding of Trustee will place for sale, at public January 17, 24, 2011 Request for Release no significant impact or the intent to auction, to the highest bidder for cash Time Warner Cable’s agreements with NOTICE TO CREDITORS of Funds request release of funds. at the usual place of sale at Colum- programmers and broadcasters to STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA Esta información está disponible en bus County Courthouse, Whiteville, carry their services and stations rou- COUNTY OF COLUMBUS ****Publisher’s Notice**** Date: January 17, 2011 español o cualquier otro lenguaje a North Carolina on January 25, 2011 at tinely expire from time to time. We Equal Housing The undersigned, STEPHANIE JEAN Name of Recipient: Town of Tabor City petición. Póngase en contacto con Al 10:00 AM that parcel of land, includ- are usually able to obtain renewals or Opportunity WILSON, has qualified as Executrix Address: 1108 E. 5th Street Leonard en 910-653-3458 o en 1108 ing improvements thereon, situated, extensions of such agreements, but in All real estate advertised herein is of the Estate of GLENN DALE HAR- subject to the Federal Fair Housing City, State Zip Code: Tabor City, NC E. 5th Street, Tabor City, NC 28463 de lying and being in the City of Tabor order to comply with applicable regu- RELSON, late of Columbus County, Act, North Carolina and Columbus 28463 alojamiento para esta solicitud. City, County of Columbus, State of lations, we must inform you when an Fair Housing Law which makes it ille- and this is to notify all persons having Area Code/Phone Number: 910- January 17, 2011 North Carolina, and being more par- agreement is about to expire. The fol- gal to advertise any preference, limi- claims against said Estate to present 653-3458 ticularly described in the above refer- lowing agreements are due to expire tation discrimination based on race, NOTICE TO CREDITORS them to the undersigned on or before color, religion, sex, handicap, familial TO ALL INTERESTED AGENCIES, enced Deed of Trust. soon, and we may be required to Having qualified as Administrator of April 11, 2011, pursuant to North status or national origin, or intention GROUPS AND PERSONS: Address of property: 485 Norris cease carriage of one or more of these to make any such preferences, limi- the Estate of Eloise Rogers Edmund, Carolina General Statute 28A-14-1, On or about February 2, 2011, the Road, Tabor City, NC 28463 services/stations in the near future. tations or discrimination. We will not deceased, late of Columbus Coun- or this notice shall be pled in bar of above named Town will request the Tax Parcel ID: 91394 Service: American Life, BBC Amer- knowingly accept any advertising for ty, North Carolina, the undersigned their recovery. All persons indebted real estate which is in violation of the North Carolina Department of Com- Present Record Owners: Sharon ica, BBC America HD, BBC Ameri- hereby notifies all persons having to said Estate will please make imme- law. All person are hereby informed merce to release Federal funds under Nobles Buffkin aka Sharon Noble ca On Demand, Bandamax, Current that all dwellings advertised are avail- claims against the estate of said diate payment to the undersigned at Title I of the Housing and Community Buffkin and Stephen G. Buffkin TV, De Pelicula, De Pelicula Classi- able on an equal opportunity basis. To decedent to present them to the the following address: Development Act of 1974 (PL 93-383) The terms of the sale are that the real co, E!, Encore(East), Encore(West), complain of discrimination, call HUD undersigned (3) months from the This the 10th day of January, 2011. toll-free at 1-800-765-9372. for the following project: property hereinbefore described will Encore HD, Encore Action, Encore date of the first publication, or this STEPHANIE JEAN WILSON, EXEC- 2008 Tabor City CDBG- Swamp be sold for cash to the highest bid- Love, Encore Mystery, Encore Drama, 2 BEDROOM HOUSE at 206 Mcken- notice will be pleaded in bar of their UTRIX Fox Road der. A deposit of five percent (5%) of Encore Westerns, Encore Wam, Erotic zie Street. Call 642-2736. recovery. All persons indebted to said 1846 Pine Ridge Road The CDBG project includes rehabili- the amount of the bid or Seven Hun- Networks, FUSE, FUSE HD, The Golf estate will make please make imme- Winchester, KY 40391 2 BEDROOM HOUSE with carport tation of 6 housing units, acquisition dred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), which- Channel, The Golf Channel HD, Life- diate payment. LISA P. GREENE, Central heat/air, Good location. $500 and clearance of 4 dilapidated hous- ever is greater, is required and must time, RetroPlex, Sprout, Starz(East), This the 10th day of January, 2011 RESIDENT PROCESS AGENT month + dep. 910-840-1433 ing units, relocation of 3 families, be tendered in the form of certified Starz(West), Starz Cinema, Starz HD, Walter Keith Edmund, Administrator P. O. Box 1467 installation of 500 LF of sewer lines, funds at the time of the sale. In the Starz Kids & Family, Starz In Black, 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH country home. of the estate of Eloise Rogers Whiteville, NC 28472 Depossit & references required, Appli- installation of on-site drainage facili- event that the Owner and Holder or Starz Edge, Starz On Demand, Style, Edmund, Williamson, Walton & Scott, L.L.P. ances & water included. $450 per ties for 5 dwellings, and construction its intended assignee is exempt from truTV, truTV HD, TV Azteca, Weather 564 Clawson Edmunds Rd. Attorneys at Law month. Call 646-1049. of a new park/playground facility. paying the same, the successful bid- Channel. Cerro Gordo, NC 28430 P. O. Box 1467 Total Project Cost=$1,070,000; Total der shall be required to pay revenue In addition, from time to time we make 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOUSE. $450 January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2011. stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, and Whiteville, NC 28472 per month, plus $450 deposit, New CDBG Cost=$1,000,000; CDBG/ certain changes in the services that any Land Transfer Tax. January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2011 Hope area. 640-2463. Total Cost Percent=93% NOTICE TO CREDITORS we offer in order to better serve our The project is located in Tabor City, Having qualified as Executor of The real property hereinabove customers. The following changes 2 BR HOUSE, 3 miles south of White- Columbus County, NC on portions the Estate of Faye Goodwin Coff- described is being offered for sale Public Notice are planned: ville. No pets. Dep. and references of NC Hwy 701, Elizabeth Street, man, deceased, late of Columbus “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold We may no longer carry Azteca on required. Call 642-3723. The Town of Bolton will hold a spe- Swamp Fox Road and Complex County, North Carolina, the under- subject to all superior liens, unpaid the Digital Tier. If that occurs, we cial meeting on Tuesday, January 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH furnished Street. signed hereby notifies all persons taxes, and special assessments. may reposition Azteca to the Nuestra 18, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. at the Town house, excellent neighborhood. having claims against the estate of Other conditions will be announced Tele Tier or cease carriage altogether Purpose of Notice Hall. The purpose of the meeting is $700 per month. Deposit & referenc- said decedent to present them to at the sale. The sale will be held open of Azteca. This notice is intended to meet two to accept the resignation of Alder- es required. No pets. Call 642-4923. the undersigned (3) months from the for ten (10) days for upset bids as by On or about January 19th, the follow- separate procedural requirements of law required. man (Neal) Gresham and to consider 403 CAMP GROUND RD. 4BR, 2 date of the first publication, or this ing additions are planned for Digital 24 CFR Part 58: (1) to provide notice appointments to fill the vacancy. bath, fenced yard, $625/mo. Contact notice will be pleaded in bar of their If the Trustee is unable to convey Broadcast: Jewelry TV Channel 374. to the public that the Town has deter- Jackie Hampton JRayRealty @ 910-642-8111 recovery. All persons indebted to said title to this property for any reason, On or about January 19th, the follow- mined that the request for release of Town Clerk estate will make please make imme- the sole remedy of the purchaser is ing additions are planned for Basic funds for the above named project will January 13, 17, 2010 diate payment. the return of the deposit. Reasons Cable: Nickelodeon HD Channel 6 BR, 3 BATH house rent to own, 3 not have a significant impact on the of such inability to convey include, houses, 3 BR & 4 BR Mobile homes This the 17th day of January, 2011 1205, Spike TV HD Channel 1310, environment, and (2) to provide notice but are not limited to, the filing of a for rent. Also Lots: rent to own & land Harse H Coffman Jr, Executor Request for CMT HD Channel 1460. to the public that the Town is request- & lots for sale. Owner financing Call of the estate of bankruptcy petition prior to the sale On or about January 19th, the follow- ing the release of funds for the above Proposals 910-770-2227. Faye Goodwin Coffman, and reinstatement of the loan with- ing additions are planned for the Digi- named project. PO Box 114 out the knowledge of the Trustee. If tal Tier: Disney XD HD Channel 1202. BRICK HOUSE, 3 BR, 2 bath 1,600 Finding of No Significant Impact The Columbus County Board of Lade Waccamaw, NC 28450 the validity of the sale is challenged On or about January 19th, the follow- sq. ft. City. $725 month + security It has been determined that such Education is soliciting proposals for Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2011. by any party, the Trustee, in its sole ing additions are planned as part of a dep. 336-870-2501. request for release of funds will not Septic Tank Services and Painting discretion, if it believes the challenge subscription to Showtime: Showtime constitute an action significantly Services for a two year period at all EXECUTIVE HOME - 3 bedroom, Notice of Meeting to have merit, may declare the sale to Next HD Channel 1738, Showtime affecting the quality of the human facilities throughout Columbus Coun- 2 1/2 bath, 2300 sq. ft., large eat be void and return the deposit. The Women HD Channel 1740. in kitchen, living room, family room environment and accordingly the ty Schools. The Columbus County Board of Elec- purchaser will have no further remedy. On or about March 1st, SoapNet with fireplace, garage on oversized above named Town has decided not Proposals must be received no later tions will meet at their office on 50 Additional Notice Where the Real will only be available with the Digital corner lot. $1,100 plus deposit. Call to prepare an Environmental Impact than Thursday January 27, 2011. Legion Drive Whiteville NC on Tues- Property is Residential With Less Tier on Channel 323 and will no lon- 910-840-0178. Statement under the National Envi- Proposals can be picked up at the day, January 18th, 2011 at 5:00 pm. Than 15 Rental Units: ger be included with Basic Cable on ronmental Policy Act of 1969 (PL Columbus County Schools Plant SMALL 2 BEDROOM house for rent This is due to a previous canceled An order for possession of the prop- Channel 28. 91-190). Operations Department at 5487 Sil- on Bussy Rd. in Hallsboro. No pets. meeting on Monday, January 10th, erty may be issued pursuant to G.S. On or about March 1st, the following Call after 6 pm 642-8694. The reasons for such decision not verspoon Road, Whiteville, North 2011 due to inclement weather. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and channels will no longer be available: to prepare such statements are as Carolina (910-642-0161) Columbus County Board of Elections. against the party or parties in posses- American Life Channel 222, Cable follows: January 17, 20, 2011 January 17, 2011 sion by the clerk of superior court of Radio Networks Channels 419-424. No significant adverse environmen- the county in which the property is NOTICE TO CREDITORS On or about March 1st, a Digital Box tal impact will occur as a result of 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT. No pets. sold. Any person who occupies the Having qualified as Executrix of and Basic Cable will be needed to the projects. Notice of Please call J.L. Powell & Co., Inc. Call property pursuant to a rental agree- the Estate of William R Ehlers, Jr., view Speed Channel. Substitute ment entered into or renewed on 642-4049. An Environmental Review Record deceased, late of Columbus Coun- The new services listed below can- or after October 1, 2007, may, after ty, North Carolina, the undersigned 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT near respecting the above project has Trustee’s not be accessed on CableCARD- receiving the notice of sale, terminate hereby notifies all persons having Edgewood School. Call 840-4681. been made by the above named equipped Unidirectional Digital Cable Foreclosure Sale of the rental agreement upon 10 days’ Town which documents the environ- claims against the estate of said Products purchased at retail without 2 BEDROOM UPSTAIRS apartment written notice to the landlord. Upon mental review of the project and more Real Property decedent to present them to the additional, two-way capable equip- with screen porch. Newly remodeled termination of a rental agreement, fully sets forth the reasons why such undersigned (3) months from the ment: Nickelodeon HD Channel 1205, in a great neighborhood. References the tenant is liable for rent due under Statement is not required. This Envi- 6466 date of the first publication, or this Spike TV HD Channel 1310, CMT HD and deposit required, No pets, Call the rental agreement prorated to the ronmental Review Record is on file at 10-SP-289 notice will be pleaded in bar of their Channel 1460, Disney XD HD Channel 910-640-7192. effective date of the termination. the above address and is available for UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power recovery. All persons indebted to said 1202, Jewelry TV Channel 374, Show- Any person who occupies the prop- 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH downstairs public examination and copying upon and authority contained in that certain estate will make please make imme- time Next HD Channel 1738, Show- apartment. Appliances/water includ- erty pursuant to a bona fide lease or request between the hours of 9:00 Deed of Trust executed and deliv- diate payment. time Women HD Channel. ed. Deposit & references required. tenancy may have additional rights am and 4:00 pm. No further environ- ered by Sharon Nobles Buffkin aka This the 17th day of January, 2011. January 17, 2011 Whiteville City Limits. 646-1049. pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Pro- mental review of such project is pro- Sharon Noble Buffkin and Stephen Elizabeth B Ehlers, Executrix tecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act 2 BR, 1 BATH APARTMENT. Range, posed to be conducted prior to the G. Buffkin, dated October 9, 2006 which became effective on May 20, dishwasher, built-in microwave, refrig- request for release of Federal Funds. and recorded on October 10, 2006, 2009. WELLONTON erator. Water & garbage incl. Single- Public Comments on Finding in Book No. RB 867, at Page 693 in BRUNSWICK tary Rd S. Whiteville. $600 month, Dated: January 4, 2011 All interested agencies, groups and the Office of the Register of Deeds APARTMENTS $600 dep. Ask for Fred 910-840- David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute persons disagreeing with this deci- of Columbus County, North Carolina; PLACE 4734. Trustee 200 W. 6th St. sion are invited to submit written com- and because of default in the pay- By: Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC Chadbourn, NC 28431 APARTMENTS Cypress Village ments for consideration by the Town ment of the indebtedness secured to the office of the undersigned. Such Family Households 27 Mill Stream Dr. Apartments written comments should be received Brunswick 197 Orange St., Fair Bluff, N.C. at the address specified on or before 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom 1 and 2 bedrooms. WANTED: Apartment Complex February 1, 2011. All such comments Free laundry room + Community Apartments in Brunswick, NC room ****24 hour maintenance*** so received will be considered and FARM LAND TO RENT Rental Assistance Up to 100% the Town will not request the release Units for Persons with taking applications on: Seniors 62 years and older of Federal Funds or take any admin- Disabilities Available 2 and 3 bedroom units. 910-649-7971 istrative action on the within project Laundry center, exercise Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-2 pm prior to the date specified in the pre- Rental Assistance TDD Relay 1-800-735-2962 room, computer room ceding sentence. Available Equal Housing Opportunity Release of Funds Water included The Town of Tabor City will under- Please Call: Housing Grants & take the project described above 910-654-3067 with Community Development Block College Grants, Grant funds from the North Carolina TDD/TYY Children’s and Senior’s Programs WACCAMAW SHORES, L.W. 1 br Division of Community Assistance 1-800-735-2962 duplex, large kitchen, full bath, laun- 24 hour maintenance available. (DCA) or Commerce Finance Cen- dry & living room, front porch, rear Office Hours: Taking applications on patio. References & lease required. ter (CFC) under Title I of the Housing 1854 Smyrna Rd., Whiteville, NC 28472 Mon. - Fri. 9 - 2 pm and Community Development Act of Other times by appointment No pets. Call 640-8646 or 654-6792 onald isheR ByRon FisheR Tues. & Thurs. 9am-5pm 1974. The Town of Tabor City is cer- R F “This institution is tifying to DCA/CFC that Royce Harper Home: 910-642-3663 Home: 910-640-1843 an equal opportunity provider and 642-3166 EQUAL HOUSING in his official capacity as Mayor con- OPPORTUNITY employer.” EQUAL HOUSING Cell: 910-840-1130 Cell: 910-840-7318 OPPORTUNITY sents to accept the jurisdiction of the 14X70 MOBILE HOME 2BR, 1 bath, Federal courts if an action is brought power stat, heat pump, yard mowed, to enforce responsibilities in relation lease required. $400 month & depos- to environmental reviews, decision it. Located behind Pecan Orchard, 2 SWANZY THOMPSON miles from city limit. Call Betty 910- making and action; and that these 642-2056 for appointment responsibilities have been satisfied. RIDGE ESTATES The legal effect of the certification is 2 & 3 BR MOBILE HOME in Guide- that upon its approval, the Town may APARTMENTS APARTMENTS way. References required. No pets. use the Block Grant funds and DCA/ 103 Jones Place 653-2790, 653-9198 and leave mes- CFC will have satisfied its responsibil- Whiteville, NC sage. Elizabethtown ities under the National Environmental Now accepting applica- 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME, East- Policy Act of 1969. Apartment Complex over Park. Call J.L. Powell & Co Inc. Objections to State Release of Funds in Elizabethtown, NC tions. 1 bedroom units, 642-4049. DCA/CFC will accept an objection to taking applications on: handicap accessible units 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME. $400 its approval only if it is on one of the 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units. available. Total electric following bases (a) That the certifica- per month, plus $400 deposit. New Laundry center, exercise with range & refrigerator Hope area. 640-2463. tion was not in fact executed by the furnished. Head of house- certifying official or other officer of the room, computer room hold must be 62 or older. applicant approved by DCA/CFC; or Water included (b) That the applicant’s environmen- Rent based on income. tal review record for the project indi- Housing Grants & Offce Hours 1000 SQ. FT. office space with 2 sep- cates omission of a required decision, College Grants, arate offices & lobby. Thompson Mini Tuesday & Thursday Mall 3/10 of a mile S. of Walmart. 640- finding or step applicable to the proj- Children’s and Senior’s Programs 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 3212. ect in the environmental review pro- cess. Objections must be prepared 24 hour maintenance available. 640-3315 1200 SQ. FT. OFFICE, Memory and submitted in accordance with Taking applications on Plaza. Will up fit to tenants needs. the required procedure (24 CFR Part Call 642-5824. Tues. & Thurs. 4pm-7pm 58) and may be addressed to DCA

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