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Sports UFBNTPQFOTFBTPOXJUIWJDUPSJFT INSIDE #FML 'BNMZ%PMMBSBOE"SCZT 4FFQBHF" ThePublished News since 1890 every Monday and Tursday forReporter the County of Columbus and her people. Monday, November 28, 2011 Cerro Gordo teen killed in Food stamp Volume 121, Number 43 Whiteville, North Carolina pickup wreck participation nTrooper believes victim 75 Cents went to sleep as pickup left road without brake has doubled marks, and hit tree. By BOB HIGH since 2007 $ Staff Writer By NICOLE CARTRETTE in240 Coupons Hobie Glenn Cartrette, 19, Staff Writer Today of Hinson’s Crossroads, Cerro Gordo, was killed early Friday It is, to some, an astonishing figure. when his pickup truck went off In September 2007 slightly more than 9,000 the road near his home, struck people were receiving food assistance from Inside Today a ditch and telephone box and Social Services. In September this year that 4-A then slammed into a large number totaled 14,635 for a 57 percent increase, maple tree at an estimated 55 according to a study and data complied by the r/VNFSPVT mph. N.C. Justice Center. CSFBLJOT UIFѫT Highway Patrol Trooper The county is not alone in experiencing SFQPSUFE Bill Rogers said Cartrette had such a rise on the demand for social services. three other teenagers in the Most counties are seeing a much higher r4FYPĒFOEFS 2003 Ford pickup, and the percentage increase. The small coastal Dare other three were asleep when County, for example, saw a 520 percent in- BSSFTUFEJO the vehicle went off Hinson’s See Food stamp, page 2-A êSFBSNDBTF Crossroads Road a 10th of a mile beyond the intersection See Teen killed, page 4-A Independent Black Friday review of Aging looks bright Department may for businesses be in near future By NICOLE CARTRETTE By JEFFERSON WEAVER Staff Writer Staff Writer Today’s There has been no public discussion of it Shoppers got an early head in recent weeks, but the county appears to start on after-Thanksgiving American Profle remain interested in the feasibility of hiring sales on Black Friday Eve in Staff photo by Mark Gilchrist an outside consultant to review internal op- features “Te Voic- Whiteville, and the rush con- erations at the Columbus County Department tinued Friday morning. Cup o’ collards es of Christmas.” of Aging. Two women were reported Lindy Shuman spoons out a serving of collard greens at the Columbus Though included in commissioners’ agenda assaulted at Walmart after a Remembering the County Farmers Market during Collards and Cornbread Day, one of the packets, there was no discussion recently of a scuffle broke out over bargain- many special events at the market off Government Complex Road in Raleigh firm’s proposal to make an assessment actors behind TV’s priced electronics. Similar on the financially struggling department. incidents were reported at Whiteville this time of year. top animated holi- Good Health Services in a Nov. 14 email to Walmarts across the country. County Manager Bill Clark proposes to “focus A man and woman from North day characters. on the issues leading up to the financial loss in the fiscal year 2011 and what action steps See Black Friday, page 3-A $71,000 parking lot have been taken in the current fiscal period to
DIDYOB? See Review, page 2-A Did you observe ... coming to D.A.’s ofce Warning By NICOLE CARTRETTE lots were included in the county’s Te “Occupy Ab- Staff Writer courthouse project and approved as to all: Don’t part of the vote to build the annex. Waccamaw Bank bottsburg” sign on Columbus County commissioners “The money for this will come the outskirts of the accepted the low bid to pave a slightly from that project,” County Manager stock delisted shop alone more than half-acre lot behind the Bill Clark said. county-line commu- Waccamaw Bank had its stock delisted on Sheriff Chris Batten and county District Attorney’s office Commissioners committed to a the NASDAQ stock market Wednesday. nity recently? ... county police chiefs remind recently. $14.5 million courthouse project in Company officials appeared before the county residents to not shop Local contractor Horne and Son February. NASDAQ Hearings Panel on Aug. 4 for fail- alone during the holidays be- was the $71,000 low-bidder for the Phase I is the construction of an ure to file its annual report for 2010 and its cause single shoppers are easy East Smith Street project that. It $8.9 million, 41,000-square-foot, two- quarterly report for the first quarter of 2011 targets for thieves. bring additional parking that offi- story brick facility in the parking lot County Deaths in violation of NASDAQ rules. “Always shop with a friend cials say is needed to replace park- behind the county administration Waccamaw also received deficiency letters Whiteville or relative, and when you’re go- ing that will be lost when a new building. It will house three court- from NASDAQ for its failure to file reports for ing to the stores, tell someone courthouse annex is constructed rooms, the clerk’s office and other Bessie Simmons Martin the second and third quarters of 2011. where you’re going and what behind the county’s administration support staff. Lake Waccamaw After the hearing, the panel decided to time to expect you to return,” building. Under Phase II, the historic court- Sammy L. Smith continue the company’s listing on the condi- Batten urged. Commissioner Ricky Bullard said house will undergo a $6 million reno- tion that it file all of its delinquent periodic Chadbourn “Also, make sure you tell he thought the board had agreed to vation and house two courtrooms, filings by Dec. 5, but on Nov. 18, bank officials Carrie Mae Epps Greene someone what you’re wearing, use a less costly rock on the surface along with some offices. One corner informed NASDAQ that it would not be able and the type of vehicle you’re rather than pave it. of the courthouse annex building Honey Mae Hardie to meet the Dec. 5 deadline. County Maintenance Director See Parking lot, page 2-A Tabor City See Warning, page 4-A Tony Soles explained that the paved David Lee Coleman See Waccamaw, page 3-A Evergreen Marie Hobbs Soles Cerro Gordo Court of North Fryar Swamp maintains perfect ‘conviction’ rate Hobie Glenn Cartrette By JEFFERSON WEAVER Waccamaw as a private retreat. baying hounds, and fellowship. An Staff Writer Hunts were held only three times per honorary prosecutor and judge year. Today, the club has a slightly pick a jury who determine whether Index One of the guilty parties admitted larger membership, and most of the a hunter’s missed shot at a deer (or his guilt – but wanted a plea deal. members are the children, grand- other game animal) was justified. &EJUPSJBMT" A second claimed the deer he shot children and great-grandchildren There is no appeal, no clemency, 0CJUVBSJFT" in the afternoon was the one he had of members. The club is located just no plea bargaining, no defense at- 4QPSUT" missed that morning, hence elimi- across the Bladen County line near torney – and no verdict but guilty. $SJNF" nating the need for a trial. the Council community, where visi- “The court is always one of the The third steadfastly denied tors to the camp once disembarked things people look forward to when -JGFTUZMFT" missing a deer this year – but might from special trains for a week of they visit,” said fourth-generation have missed one last year. That was relaxation and hunting. The camp member Dial Gray. enough for him to be dragged before became nationally-known in 1946 af- While the tails of misfiring Nim- the court. ter North Carolina native Robert Ru- rods were once hung from the The verdict for all three was the ark wrote a feature in the Saturday rafters in the dining hall, they same: guilty. The penalty? A $5 fine, Evening Post about the traditional have since been moved into other and loss of a piece of shirttail. The deer drives and hospitality of the areas in the camp for preservation. only mercy granted by the Court of camp and its members. The colors show the generations North Fryar Swamp was how much The century-plus old tradition of of hunters who have enjoyed the “Prosecutor” Walter Campbell hacks the shirttail was removed. the kangaroo court at North State hospitality and camaraderie of the shirttail from an errant hunter at a recent North State Hunt Club was found- Hunt Club is considered as much a camp, as the fabrics range from stiff session of North State Hunt Club’s Court part of a hunt as the hearty meals, ed by John Pickett Council of Lake See North Fryer, page 13-A of North Fryar Swamp. 2-A – The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 County’s landfll gas project stalled n Chairman calls single consider. can be obtained. is underway with completion bid on greenhouse con- Jaderloon Company of “I talked with people at the expected this past weekend on struction “ridiculous.” Columbia, S.C. was the only state energy office and county the gas collection and flaring company to submit a turnkey attorney. The state energy system, officials said. Phase By NICOLE CARTRETTE proposal. The bid included office says we did what we One included the installation Staff Writer ventilation, irrigation and needed to do but we can re- of 12 wells and conversion of electrical system installa- open it as long as we meet the three existing wells. The second phase of a tions for each of the 2,100 county’s rules,” Meares said The plan is to harness meth- $544,000 grant-funded land- square foot bays with heights of a new round of bidding. ane and other gases from the fill gas project in Columbus of 10 feet. “That’s what we are doing buried and decomposing trash, County hit a roadblock re- “I’d like to see another and we have sent a request for convert it to heat greenhouses Armelda B. Jones (left) and Evelyn Robertson, both of cently. bid,” Commissioner Ricky proposals to the people Byrd and flare it to generate carbon Whiteville, accept part of their Thanksgiving dinners Columbus County com- Bullard said. asked us to send it to,” Meares credits for cash. from Myra Godwin of the Columbus County Community missioners decided not to Meares warned that the added. This year county commis- Farmers Market the day before the big holiday last week. approve a $142,392 bid to con- project was on a tight dead- Meares said that she is con- sioners agreed for the county he e s et s ell s seve l the ts struct a two-bay greenhouse line with grant funds in jeop- cerned about time constraints to become an account holder in the area, sold cooked Boston Butts (pork shoulders) at the county’s closed landfill ardy if the work was not but remains optimistic that the on the Climate Action Reserve as fundraisers for Thanksgiving. Lindy Shuman of the but have requested the proj- completed by the target date project will be completed. (CAR) in order to sell carbon Farmers Market cooked about 50 Boston Butts on grills ect be re-bid. set by the state. “The people we did get the credits from the project. at the Farmers Market, beginning at 10:30 Tuesday night “I can’t believe with as Byrd said the cost “seems one bid from said it would be The county won a $544,500 ishi ut 7 . . h s ivi ve. much as people are out of to be ridiculous,” adding tight to get it on the ground grant from the N.C. Depart- work we can’t get but one that he had several large in time,” Meares said, adding ment of Commerce for the bid,” Commission Chairman greenhouses constructed at that she “completely under- project that will keep harmful Shop locally campaign Buddy Byrd said. “You are less cost. stands need for commission- greenhouse gases from seep- spending twice the amount of Meares pointed out that ers to be fully aware and meet ing into the atmosphere while money you should be.” $53,857 of the cost was for the fiduciary responsibilities.” possibly bringing the potential Give a gif certifcate Marilyn Meares, the proj- methane gas broiler system At the same time she ac- for new economic growth. ect’s coordinator with Cape that will utilize landfill gas knowledged the “grant money The planning process has Fear Resource Conserva- as an alternative heat source. will go away if not spent.” been a long one. It began in for Christmas tion and Development, said Southeastern Community Meares said the greenhouse 2006 with the county being The News Reporter is picking ers and others the opportunity several similar projects are College will use one bay and would be constructed and up- one of several in the state up on an idea that’s becoming to advertise availability of their going on around the state and the other is expected to be fitted to allow “SCC to walk with a landfill that the Ap- popular to get people shopping gift certificates. All it takes is may have had some impact on an incubator for small busi- right in and start using it.” palachian State University at home by giving local gift cer- an idea, a gift certificate form contractors who specialize nesses. “I am glad we are letting Energy Center identified for tificates for Christmas. (which could be as simple as a in this type of project, which Original plans called for some other people bid on it. the Golden LEAF Community Clara Cartrette talked about receipt), and contact informa- includes a gas conversion two separate greenhouses, Nobody said we had to take Ties project. it in her Nov. 17 column, “Christ- tion. heating system with back-up but officials negotiated a the bid we got but there is not Meares, who is administer- mas 2011 … birth of a new For example, how about a gift heating sources. lower bid price by scaling the a big turnaround time on it,” ing the grant, said earlier this tradition.” In it, she wrote, “It certificate from a locally owned Meares said the bid notice project back and modifying Meares said of bids that have year that the county could see suggests ways we can get our restaurant, lawn care services, was published in local news- the specifications, Meares to be brought back to the board revenue of $30,000 to $35,000 warm and fuzzy feelings in gift car washes or detailing, oil papers, regional newspapers said. at their next meeting. a year from the project’s car- exchanges and not spend our changes, a gym membership or and at a state site frequented “We felt like this was the “I am pretty optimistic and bon credits, if not more. money for China-made, third- bowling alley pass, jewelry, pot- by contractors looking for best way to keep the grant this is going happen,” Meares class merchandise. It explains tery or other crafts? work. intact,” she said. said, while admitting that Nicole Cartrette how we can keep our money at It’s simple to participate if Byrd suggested that the Commissioners instead what was said “wasn’t what I 910-642-4104 ext. 225 home, not just in the USA, but you have a product or service to B.J. Williams Company in requested that the project be wanted to hear.” [email protected] right here in Columbus Coun- sell. You might even consider of- Clinton might be a firm to re-bid in hopes a better price Phase One of the project ty… . This is about supporting fering $50 of services or product your hometown Americans with for $40 as an incentive. their financial lives on the line Call Stuart High at 642-4104, to keep their doors open.” ext. 260. The cost is discounted Review One great way to do this, at only $25 per spot. Continued from page 1-A Cartrette reports, is to give gift We’ll include your offer, certificates from local busi- phone number, email, website avoid future financial losses.” Aging Director Ed Worley aides who say they have not proposals from other firms. nesses or entrepreneurs. or other means by which people The firm suggests that accused the county of taking been treated fairly. The proposal comes after the The News Reporter is offering can easily contact you about that “issues may include those funds for the county’s Original proposals called board voted in recent weeks local merchants, service provid- your gift certificate offer. poor allocation of resources, general fund, but Finance for pay cuts for nurse aides to have the North Carolina underdeveloped strategic Officer Bobbie Faircloth and but no furloughs or cuts for Association of County Com- goals, lack of a fallback plan Worley’s deputy director the department’s fulltime missioners conduct a review Food stamp of the department at no cost. Continued from page 1-A for unfavorable payer mix at the Department of Ag- staff or director. and payer rate reductions.” ing told commissioners the The latest proposal calls The board soon learned The proposal calls for an funds had been used for the for 8 percent pay cuts for the association, though ex- crease. ers quickly identify possible analysis of key financial, Department of Aging. nurse aides and furloughs perienced with reviews of Neighboring counties of fraudulent activities. service unit, payer mix and Faircloth said billing er- for fulltime employees at the other county departments, Brunswick (152 percent), Blad- That process takes place staffing information with the rors and claims not being department. was not familiar with the en (57.1 percent), Robeson (72.4 now primarily via telephone. expectation that two years re-submitted in time lead to That means fulltime em- in-home services and Depart- percent) saw greater increases Stephens reminded officials of data would be used for those funds having to be used ployees will not work two ment of Aging operations. than Columbus. that the Low Income Energy to cover expenses. days per month and essen- The board meets tonight Unemployment rates are Assistance Program had also comparison. seemingly proportional to undergone guideline changes During a pre-site visit Efforts to make cuts have tially take a 9 percent pay at 6:30 p.m. at the Dempsey the increase. A 5 percent at the state level. Eligible analysis, the firm would been stalled. A 4-3 vote last cut. Herring Annex located at unemployment rate in 2007 households already receiv- assess the program size, week put a halt to cuts tem- Even if the board imple- 102 West Smith Street in existed for Columbus County, ing some form of assistance trends, obtain information porarily and resulted in the ments those cuts, officials Whiteville. and then complete the analy- board recessing the meeting expect at least a $112,000 loss compared to a 12.7 unemploy- will no longer automatically Nicole Cartrette ment rate for the same time receive an energy assistance sis in a 10- to 15-day period. to continue it on Monday again this year. 910-642-4104 ext. 225 period in 2011. check in February. Onsite work would occur (Nov. 28) to consider the lat- Clark told commission- [email protected] The N.C. Justice Center They must make applica- in a one to two-day time peri- est proposal and hear nurse ers he has sought additional suggests that North Carolina tion beginning Dec. 1 and be od, include staff interviews has the sixth highest rate of part of a target population and discussions. food hardship in the U.S. that includes persons 60 years Key areas of focus would include a review of admin- Parking lot The federally funded Food of age or older or disabled Continued from page 1-A and Nutrition Services pro- persons receiving SSI or dis- istrative support, staffing gram administered by Social ability assistance. and duplication of efforts, Services provides assistance Households receiving food software, productivity, mar- will face the direction of the Clark estimated at the time fund balance was $17.4 mil- to eligible low-income families and nutrition benefits will not keting and development of existing courthouse near that payments on the project lion and combined with and households. According to automatically qualify and pay- financial models that cur- Soles Law Firm, law offices will be about $1.3 million per reserved fund balances the N.C. Justice Center, in 2010 ments will be made directly to rently reflect negative mar- of Craig Wright, Hill and year, based on an interest equaled about $25 million, the average benefit was $282 the fuel vendors. gins. High, Premiere Design and rate of 4.59 percent. That according to Clark at the per household. Statewide, the DSS officials say there are Accuracy of information J. Ray Realty. equals about 4 cents of the time. demand on the program has plans to set up application is in the hands of the county An old jail that now hous- county’s property tax rate Nicole Cartrette nearly doubled with a 94.6 sites at Bug Hill (Nakina), with the length of the full es Parks and Recreation and but Clark said at the time 910-642-4104 ext. 225 is a gray block building that he did not see a tax increase percent increase. Tabor City, Fair Bluff, East assessment anticipated to [email protected] In a departmental update Columbus (Ransom) senior take 60 to 75 days and cost an was built in 1852 will be coming because of the proj- to commissioners recently, centers. estimated $9,500 to $10,500, demolished, despite the ob- ect. Interim DSS Director Joan The low income energy according to the proposal jection of some local groups “If you look at our finan- FRANK THEATRES Stephens told the board that assistance program for the submitted by owner and CPA who wanted it saved. cial statements for the last COASTAL a demand for services had county has been allotted just Gary R. Massey. Commissioners James three years, it is affordable,” certainly been experienced at $111,000, according to Ste- Commissioners learned Prevatte and Ricky Bullard Clark said. “We have debt STADIUM 10 the department. Stephens said phens. last week that losses at the voted against a motion by that is going to be coming Showtimes (910) 754-7469 the nutrition program pumps The crisis intervention department have likely been Commissioner Edwin Russ off the books in the decade.” www.FRANKTHEATRES.com more than $1 million into the program is triggered by ex- mounting over a number to move forward with the The county’s unreserved 5200 Bridgers Road county’s economy. treme weather conditions of years and fund balances courthouse project at that Stephens added that mea- and comes with larger appro- made up of past profits were time. sures on a statewide level are priations. The target group is depleted to cover them. “The longer we drag our being taken to expedite the those individuals or families While a loss of more than feet, the more it is going to verification process for appli- that are in danger of loosing $500,000 for last fiscal year cost us,” Russ said before cants seeking assistance. their primary heating source came as a surprise to com- the vote. “The only way we Training locally will soon and are experiencing or in missioners in recent months, are going to do it is to start. begin on a web-based program danger of experiencing a life- some $1.5 million in past Financially, we are in pretty that will help social work- threatening or health-related years may have been used to good shape.” emergency. A crisis may ex- cover previous losses. 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Carolina were hospitalized settled down to a busy, but after an apparent mugging in hospitable pace. a parking lot at the massive A $159 deep freezer was retailer in Myrtle Beach. also a hot big ticket item, as Few incidents were re- were low-priced firearms, ported at local big box stores, ammunition and outdoors but Walmart was mobbed gear. Thursday night. Short lines formed in the A filled parking lot forced Walmart electronics depart- customers at Walmart to ment Friday afternoon as park near Burger King and shoppers sought the newest Andy’s. IPad, hot new video games, Customers exiting the and video gaming systems store reported several that were on sale. “fights.” One fight was over One associate said while DVDs and the other was over she was glad to see the busy towels. start to the season—Black Customers were leaving Friday is the start of the with multiple trampolines biggest revenue period of the and crock pots stacked on year for most retailers—she carts. was also concerned at the Inside, the queue for the enthusiasm shown by some midnight electronics sale shoppers. backed up to the ice cream “There is no reason to get aisle in the grocery depart- into a fight over something ment. like that,” she said, referring As fast as Walmart em- to the alleged assault Thurs- ployees could unbundle pal- day night. lets, items made their way “That’s just silly—it into the hands of the several doesn’t do anybody any Staff photo by Fuller Royal thousand people in the store good.” between 10 p.m. and mid- There was no fighting at Top Rotary honors night. Lowe’s, where high-end pow- Whiteville Rotarians Sally Mann, left, and husband Terry Mann, center, are confrmed as Paul Harris Fellows by By Friday morning, shop- er tools and gift sets were the Rotary International District Gov. Mark Lynch, right, during the Nov. 17 meeting of the club. The Manns have a pers and sales associates at most popular items Friday. long history with Rotary. Terry Mann is a third-generation Rotarian. His grandfather, Joseph S. Mann, was an early area stores were packing The store had quite a few member of the club and remained so until his death in the 1960s. His father, Sol Mann, was a member for more aisles at several stores. early Christmas shoppers, than 50 years. The Paul Harris Fellowship was established by the Rotary Foundation to express appreciation for The shoppers were look- but associates said most of contributions to the humanitarian and educational programs of the Rotary and to recognize persons whose lives ing for deals, and associates the sales were normal build- demonstrate a shared purpose with the mission of the Rotary of leadership and service. The Paul Harris Fellow- at Walmart, Tractor Supply, ing supply and lawn and gar- ship is named for the founder of Rotary. The meeting was held at the N.C. Museum of Forestry. Lowes, Big Lots and Belk den items. Grills were also were busy helping in that attracting attention. search. Belk stores have always “It’s really been quiet been known for their Black here, quiet but busy,” said an Friday specials, and the employee at Tractor Supply. parking lot was full before Christmas memories needed While one customer was dawn at the Whiteville store. It’s that time again. letters to Santa must be sub- or floppy discs. CDs are accep- is limited. waiting from 3 a.m. until A steady stream of cus- Staff writer Fuller Royal is mitted in Microsoft Word. Do tible. Art should be on letter- Submissions may be hand the store opened just before tomers—some holding the soliciting stories and photos not compress or zip the files. sized paper. Please make sure delivered to The News Re- 6 a.m., “it hasn’t been bad.” sales circular for the special from News Reporter readers Please do not format or ar- that the child’s name, grade, porter. sale—moved in and out of Customers came to Trac- about their favorite Christmas range these documents into age, teacher and school are They may be mailed to: tor Supply looking for spe- the store Friday around memories for the newspaper’s columns and please do not add listed on the back. Fuller Royal, The News Re- cials on chainsaws and gun noon. annual Christmas special. clip art. Please make sure we have porter, P.O. Box 707, Whiteville, safes, and stayed for other Specialty electronics, Possible topics could in- The best way for teachers to the teachers’ first and last N.C. 28472. bargains, the employee said. housewares, seasonal items clude a favorite Christmas gift submit multiple stories or let- names. There are a lot of Mrs. They may be emailed to: “We have had a lot of our and shoes were among the that you received or gave. Did ters is to copy and paste them, Smiths out there. [email protected]. regular Friday customers, more popular items. your grandfather or grand- one after the other, in a simple Also, art must be original. The section, usually 24 pag- but there is a lot of Christ- Stores along the periph- mother make something for document. Please, no pre-made drawings es in broadsheet form, will be mas shopping, too,” she said. ery of the big box retailers you that you cherish to this Teachers should have their to be colored or photocopies published Thursday, Dec. 22. At Big Lots, an assistant were enjoying a slight in- day? students type and submit their from coloring books. Royal will need all stories manager said Wii game car- crease in business. Tell us about your family’s stories in Microsoft Word. Only one submission of any and photographs submitted tridges—which were on sale, One Radio Shack custom- traditions. Was there a Christ- Please, no Publisher files kind from each student. Space by Friday, Dec. 9. buy two, get two free—were er said she waited a little too mas that started out wrong the hottest items. long before heading to the and ended up so very right? “We have sold some elec- electronics store. Who popped the question tronics, too,” she said. “The geeks bought every- on Christmas Eve or Christ- A bargain-priced video thing I was looking for,” she mas Day? Were you born on camera Big Lots offers near- laughed. Christmas Day and what’s that ly every year was also a top The woman, who asked been like? seller. not to be named “since I am It’s a Ladies’ Night Out Do you remember your first “The people have been re- shopping for Santa Claus,” Christmas tree? And did you ally nice,” she said. “They’ve said she had better luck with go into the woods to find it? been helping each other, clothiers, Tractor Supply What restored your belief in Come Make Your Christmas Wish List visiting, just enjoying them- and Big Lots. Santa Claus? selves. “We’ll be giving a lot of What church tradition do For Santa! “They’re looking for bar- movies and books this year,” you like the best? What does gains, but it hasn’t been she said. your church do that makes anything like it was in those “We’ll find the big things Christmas extra special? other stores.” somewhere, but I think it’s All submissions from read- Associates at Walmart, great to see people shopping. ers must be in typewritten while prohibited from speak- It’s tough with the crowds, form if printed or emailed. No ing openly to the press, said but it’s exciting, trying to see hand-written or faxed submis- MARK YOUR CALENDAR! they were busy selling and what you can find.” sions, please. restocking electronics, bat- Submissions from students teries, and popular toys. Jefferson Weaver in the public and private After some initial problems 910-642-4104 ext. 227 schools are also requested. [email protected] Thursday night, the store All stories, memories and Waccamaw What A Girl Continued from page 1-A
“Stockholders will still of 2010. net $2.7 million in operating be able to purchase and On Oct. 24, Waccmaw cash for Waccamaw. Wants . . . sell bank stock,” said Wac- Bank announced that it The 11 branches to be camaw President Geoff would sell 11 coastal branch- purchased under the agree- Join us here at Collier’s for a Hopkins Sunday, es to First Bank, based in ment comprise all of the “It will just be on a differ- Troy. Waccamaw branches locat- night of food, fun and music. ent trading board. Details First Bank said it will ed in Brunswick and New will be provided once we acquire all the premises and Hanover counties in North The fun part is trying on our finalize this. equipment at the Wacca- Carolina and Horry County “The bank, in the current maw branches, all deposits in South Carolina. Collections and picking out economic environment, is of about $180 million, and When the deal with First focusing its efforts on safety loans of nearly $98 million Bank is completed, Wacca- that special piece you want and soundness,” Hopkins as part of the deal. maw will operate branches added. The transaction is sub- in Whiteville, Tabor City, Santa to put under your tree. “We may pursue NAS- ject to regulatory approval Chadbourn, Elizabethtown DAQ again when the cli- and is expected to be com- and Heath Springs in Lan- We’ll do the rest. Sorry fellas, mate changes and the bank pleted during the first quar- caster County, S.C. doesn’t have as many dis- ter of 2012. Waccamaw Bank began this is ladies’ night only. tractions.” The deal is expected to operations on Sept. 2, 1997. The stock last traded at 19 cents a share. Thursday, It had dropped as low as 8 cents a share Wednesday. December 1, 2011 Its 52-week high was $2.10. 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Madison St.,Whiteville, NC 28472 Available for wedding (910) 642-5174 receptions & other events 642-3157 4A - The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 Two arrests for Crime briefs fght in store Two women were arrested Horse ABC and charged with simple as- A black and red miniature A piece of cinderblock was sault on each other after a horse, owned by Juanette Long used to damage three windows fight inside Walmart here at of N.C. 130, Whiteville, was sto- in the Whiteville ABC store in 10:35 p.m. on Nov. 24 -- the eve len from its pasture on Nov. 24, an attempted break-in at 3:24 of the Black Friday holiday according to a sheriff ’s report. a.m. on Nov. 23, according to shopping day. local police. Police said Alma Juanita Robinson, 24, of Chadbourn, and Zakia Myrah Pierre, 23, of Vehicle Whiteville, were fighting in the Maurice Jason Webb-Shol- store’s toy department while ar, 19, of Wilmington, has been Shoplifers the store was filled with more arrested on a charge of steal- Elizabeth Rushelle Bell, 36, than 200 shoppers. ing a tow truck in December and Jennifer May Shaw, 32, /THER INCIDENTS IN THE STORE 2010 owned by Herman Leon both of Bladenboro, were ar- prompted a call for off-duty Webb, according to a warrant rested by Whiteville police Nov. police to Walmart where they obtained by Sheriff’s Detective 23 for shoplifting in Walmart acted as security guards. Tim Floyd. here. Bell is charged with steal- Shoppers nearly filled the ing a UNC cap and socks, and parking area at Walmart, in- Shaw a man’s jacket. cluding all spaces in front of Released Submitted photo the closed Goody’s store, all Hobie Glenn Cartrette, 19, of Cerro Gordo, the driver of this pickup truck, died of internal Christopher Hemingway, the way to the road leading to injuries in a Myrtle Beach, S.C., hospital early Friday after being airlifted from the scene 30, of Tabor City, pleaded not the Murphy USA gas station, it guilty to DWI, hit-and-run Firearm where the pickup went off Hinson’s Crossroads Road shortly after 3 a.m. and slammed was reported. R o g e r driving, driving with a revoked into the large tree. Dale Lock- license and reckless driving, lear, 55, of and was declared not guilty of M . M . R a y Teen killed Misdemeanor pleas taken all charges in DWI Court here Road, Tabor Continued from page 1-A Nov. 9. City, was ar- in several felony cases Hemingway refused a rested Nov. 26 of Coleman Cemetery Road. of Nichols, S.C., was treated S e v e r a l p e o p l e April 2011 by signing breath test when arrested on a charge Rogers said he believed Car- at a Loris, S.C., hospital, and charged with felony Brenda White Nobles’ last year by a Highway Patrol of possession trette went to sleep and caused released, Rogers said. crimes have pleaded name. trooper. Locklear of a firearm the 3:19 a.m. crash. Cartrette “Buffkin told me he was in recent sessions of s +ENNETH !LLEN by a felon on a warrant ob- and two of the other three were asleep, and when he woke up District Court to misde- Hartley, 20, of Grist Fire tained by Sheriff’s Deputy not using seatbelts. the pickup was bouncing, and meanors. They include: Road, Chadbourn, Melanie Avant. ‘Greater probability’ then it ‘hit something hard,’” s +ARL $ $AVIS pleaded to misde- A doublewide mobile home The deputy said she re- “There’s a greater probabil- Rogers commented. of New York City, who meanor breaking along Fronis Strickland Road, sponded to a 9-1-1 call at 9:57 ity the Cartrette boy would not The teens had been “just pleaded to careless and and entering in two Tabor City, burned early Fri- p.m. that said a man reported have died if he’d been using his riding around” early Friday reckless driving in an Nobles cases where he was day, Nov. 25, while the owner, BEING hSHOT ATv ON +ENNY *OR- seatbelt,” Trooper Sgt. Richie and were taking Berry and April 2011 incident in Chad- charged with forcing entry to Ronnie Lee Rowe, was out of dan Road, and the tire on a Smith stated. Airbags deployed Daniels home, Rogers stated. bourn where he was charged a vehicle and storage building town, according to a sheriff ’s pickup truck “shot out” on on both the driver and passen- The pickup went off the road with hit-and-run driving after OWNED BY /TTO -C+ENZIE IN report. Miller Road. A different caller ger areas in the front. to the right and traveled 104 a wreck that caused serious November 2010. The fire started in a hallway, tried to cancel the first call. Rogers pointed out the front- feet before hitting the ditch injuries. Hartley stole an air rifle and debris was to be tested for Locklear claimed a man seat passenger, Tanner Buffkin, and phone box, and continued He was placed on probation from the vehicle. He was sen- the possible presence of an borrowed his pickup truck and 19, also of Cerro Gordo, was another 206 feet before it hit for 18 months and a 10-day jail tenced to 45 days in jail, and accelerant, the report showed. was involved in a “drug deal the only one of the four using the tree. There were no brake term was suspended. given credit for 45 days served. gone bad” near the state line. a seatbelt, and although he marks prior to hitting the ditch Latoria Renee McCollum, s 2OGER 2AY 3UGGS OF Kidnapped Locklear said he took the man suffered a broken hand in the or before hitting the tree, Rog- 26, of Chadbourn, was placed Savannah Road, Tabor City, home, and there was no dam- wreck, he was the only one was ers noted. on probation for 18 months was given deferred prosecu- Lakeith Aron Styles, 35, of age done to his pickup. not internally injured. Rogers said alcohol was not after pleading to fraud and at- tion for misdemeanor larceny, Winston-Salem, told a sher- Locklear said he needed a Dustin Berry, 16, of nearby involved in the reason for the tempted fraud involving a fake and a felony fraud charge was iff’s deputy Nov. 27 he was deputy anyway because of a Nichols, S.C., was critically wreck. The death is the 15th of check for $434.09 presented to dismissed. kidnapped outside a club in domestic dispute with his wife. injured. He sustained internal the year in the county, and 14th Whiteville’s IGA store in April Suggs admitted he helped Greensboro and driven to She left the home two days injuries as the front of the from rural wrecks. The other 2010, and another fake check co-defendant Benjamin Wesley Hallsboro where he was re- earlier because of an argu- pickup was pushed back into fatality was in Chadbourn. given to Aaron’s Rentals here Nance, 18, steal $4,000 worth of leased on Cherry Town Road. ment, and had returned, and he the passenger area. Berry was This year’s total compares to in May 2010. batteries from William Martin Styles said shots were fired wanted her to leave. The wife transferred to New Hanover 24 for the same period in 2010. A 60-day jail term was sus- Stanley in July. The batter- at him by his kidnappers after said she was assaulted, but Regional Medical Center by (See today’s Obituary page) pended, and McCollum was ies were sold for scrap and his release, and he ran into a didn’t want to press charges. helicopter from Columbus Re- fined $500, and ordered to per- brought $102. wooded area. Avant said Locklear was gional Healthcare. County Fatalities form 48 hours of community Nance was given deferred “intoxicated,” and admitted Died in S.C. To this date service. prosecution in September drinking and driving. He told Cartrette was airlifted from s %STON #LINT .OBLES when he pleaded. Suggs will Railroad the deputy he didn’t “need any the scene to Grand Strand 2011 ……………15 of Whiteville, pleaded to two be on probation for 90 days Four males were found by trouble,” because he was a reg- Regional Hospital in Myrtle 2010 ..….……...24 counts of misdemeanor forg- and was ordered to perform 24 local police Nov. 26 trying to istered sex offender. Beach, S.C., and died there of Total 2010...... 26 ery, and was placed on proba- hours of community service. internal injuries. The fourth steal metal plates from the Avant confirmed a Georgia Total 2009...... 28 tion for two years, and ordered Eston Clint Nobles’ photo is Carolina Southern Railroad. sex conviction, and learned teen, Scottie Daniels, 15, also to make restitution of $636.36. the only one of the defendants More than 100 plates had Locklear had a Harrington & A 60-day jail term was sus- whose picture was published been piled together at the west Richardson Topper 20-gauge pended, and he was fined $200. during the felony arrests in the end of Main Street, and were shotgun in his pickup. The Warning Nobles forged two checks in different cases. left there after police arrived. weapon was confiscated, and Continued from page 1-A Charges are pending. Locklear was arrested. driving, and if at all possible, cards you absolutely need. Drivers plea in DWI Court shop during daylight hours. s 3HRED ANY PAPER WITH YOUR Several drivers entered s #HRISTOPHER $EWAYNE 'RA- If you shop at night, park in a credit card number on it. guilty pleas in DWI Court here ham, 25, of Cerro Gordo, was Break-ins, thefs noted well-lighted area,” he added. s 7HEN SHOPPING ONLINE Nov. 16, and all were placed on put on probation for a year, and Batten and the chiefs listed make sure the webpage is se- probation for varying numbers fined $100, and he was told to do s .OV n 77 %LECTRIC -O- s .OV n 'UY &AULK .AKI- several other safety measures cure through SSL (Secure Sock- of months. The cases included: 24 hours of community service tors, U.S. 701 South, Whiteville NA n BREAK IN ALONG "IG #YPRESS for shoppers, including: et Layer). A gold lock or key s 4RAVIS ,YNN "OSWELL within 90 days. n THEFT OF &ORD mATBED TRUCK Road, Nakina, damage to cabi- s $ONT WEAR EXPENSIVE JEW- icon should be at the bottom of of Whiteville, put on proba- His blood-alcohol level was with crane, attempted theft of a nets, refrigerator, paneling, elry. your browser window. tion for a year and fined $100. 0.09 when arrested in Septem- second truck. Ford truck found doors, closet, blinds, mattress; s #ARRY YOUR CASH IN A FRONT s .EVER SEND YOUR CREDIT CARD He was arrested by a Highway ber 2010 by a Highway Patrol burned on Fred Powell Road, some items burned in yard. pocket rather than in a purse information by email. Patrol trooper in March, and trooper. A 60-day jail term was Whiteville. s .OV n *O !NN "ROWN or wallet. This makes it much s /NLY DO BUSINESS WITH COM- his blood-alcohol level was not suspended. s .OV n 3AMUEL %RNEST .OLAN !VENUE 7HITEVILLE n more difficult for a pickpocket panies that provide a physical shown in the clerk of court s "OBBY 'ENE -C#UMBEE Caines, Golf Course Road, theft of Dish Network satellite to make you a victim. address and telephone number. records. 67, of Tabor City, will be on 7HITEVILLE n THEFT OF #HAMPION dish. s +EEP YOUR CAR KEYS IN A s +EEP GOOD RECORDS !LWAYS Boswell must perform 24 probation for 12 months, and generator. s .OV n !NOTHER -ANS pants or jacket pocket. For fe- print a copy of any online prod- hours of community service was fined $100, and ordered s .OV n 3TERLING 7ILLIAM Treasure, South Madison male shoppers this means even uct or service you purchase. within 60 days, and a 60-day jail to spend 24 hours working for Gore, Miller Road, Tabor City 3TREET 7HITEVILLE n THEFT OF if their purse is stolen, they can Gift-card fraud term was suspended. community service. n BREAK IN THEFT OF )NSIGNIA 46 Dewalt hammer drill. still drive home. Batten and the chiefs also s 7ELTON $RAYTON OF His blood-alcohol level was s .OV n ,EVI 3MITH 9AM s .OV n 2OBIN 2ENEE !N- s 0AY ATTENTION TO YOUR SUR- warned about gift card fraud. Whiteville, pleaded no contest, not shown in the clerk’s re- ,ANE 4ABOR #ITY n BREAK IN DERSON (ALLSBORO n BREAK IN roundings, and avoid overload- They suggested: and will be on probation for cords when he was arrested in theft of cash. Mace Lane, Hallsboro, attempt- ing yourself with packages. It’s s .EVER BUY GIFT CARDS FROM two years, and was fined $500. July 2009 by a Highway Patrol s .OV n *EREMY ,YNN ed theft of air conditioner. important to have clear visibil- online auction sites. Many of A two-year prison term was trooper. "ARNES 7HITEVILLE n BREAK IN s .OV n 2OBERT ,OUIS 7OR- ity and freedom of motion to the cards offered are stolen, suspended. s /SCAR ,AMONT 3OLES OF Woodrow Cribb Road, Claren- LEY #ERRO 'ORDO n THEFT OF *OHN avoid would-be thieves. counterfeit or used. Drayton’s blood-alcohol Loris, S.C., had a blood-alcohol don theft of go-cart motor. Deere 5103 tractor from 11000 Check your vehicle s $ONT BUY GIFT CARDS UNLESS level was 0.09 when arrested level of 0.12 when arrested s .OV n 0EDRO 6ALENTIN block N.C. 904 West. s #HECK AROUND YOUR VEHICLE you purchase them directly in June 2010 by a Highway Pa- in September by a Highway Hallsboro Road North, White- s .OV n -OODY "ARDIN and in the back seat when you from the store issuing the card, trol trooper. He was ordered to Patrol trooper. He will be on VILLE n THEFT OF FOUR 2OCKSTAR Worley III, Cherry Grove Road, return to the parking area, or from a secure retailer’s spend 30 days in the county jail. probation for a year, and a 60- chrome rims and tires. #ERRO 'ORDO n BREAK IN THEFT and be aware of strangers ap- website. He was also fined $10 and costs day jail term was suspended, s .OV n 2OGER %UGENE not noted. proaching you for any reason. s /NLY PURCHASE GIFT CARDS AT for speeding 64 in a 55 zone and he was told to do 24 hours Phipps, 8000 block N.C. 904 s .OV n 'LORIA &AYE s (AVE YOUR VEHICLE KEYS IN a sales terminal in a store with s *USTIN ,EE 'ORE OF .A- of community service. %AST 4ABOR #ITY n BREAK IN Holmes, Godwin Trail, Clar- your hand to avoid unnecessary a cashier. kina, will be on probation for Soles was also fined $100. THEFT OF 6IZIO 46 SEVERAL HAND ENDON n BREAK IN THEFT OF %LE- time being unprotected from s %XAMINE THE GIFT CARD a year, and he was fined $100. power tools. MENT 46 the security of being in your Don’t buy one with a PIN dis- His blood-alcohol level was 0.21 WHEN ARRESTED IN /CTOBER BY A s .OV n 2ORY *EROME s .OV n !SHLEY 2OCKETTE vehicle. played. Highway Patrol trooper. Ward, Pine Log Road, White- Buffkin, Ridgecrest Acres, s )F YOU FEEL UNEASY GOING s !LWAYS ASK A CLERK TO SCAN Gore was also ordered to VILLE n THEFT OF FOOT BY FOOT 7HITEVILLE n THEFT OF #OMPAN- to your vehicle alone, find a the card in front of you. This perform 24 hours of com- metal trailer with wood ramp. ion generator. security guard or someone you guarantees you the card is munity service, and to use an s .OV n ,ACRECHIA s .OV n -ARY 'EORGE trust to walk with you to your VALID AND REmECTS THE CORRECT Interlock device on his steering Lashaun Stephens, Dave 7HITEVILLE n THEFT OF WALLET CON- parking spot. balance. column if driving while on -EARES 2OAD #ERRO 'ORDO n taining cash, bankcards from Credit-card fraud is on the s +EEP YOUR PROOF OF PUR- probation. A 60-day jail term BREAK IN THEFT OF ,' 46 !CER laundry mat at intersection of rise. 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Taking pre- 840-6280 Cell 642-2258 Offce from cell phone cameras so it cautions will eliminate chances can’t be photographed. the average shopper will be a CALL 642-4860 Evening & Weekend www.whiteville.com s /NLY CARRY AND USE CREDIT victim,” Batten concluded. www.bankruptcylawwebsite.com Appointments Available Lifestyles Te News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 -- 5A Esther Collier, Alice Connor named to Extension Hall of Fame By CLARA CARTRETTE “I told him I thought hir- News Editor ing someone to clean the fish would help,” he said. “He did, Two women who spend and the sales went through thousands of hours every year the roof and I got promoted to volunteering in the commu- assistant manager.” nity have been named to the Hill said he had noticed Columbus County Cooperative what two other boys who Extension Hall of Fame. worked there would tell cus- The awards were presented tomers if they asked if the fish to Esther Collier and Alice were fresh. Connor, both of the Western “They’d say ‘No, but the Prong area. Becky Thompson store across the street has presented the awards during some,’ because they didn’t the annual Farm-City Week want to clean the fish.” dinner held Nov. 15 in the He cited other humorous Whiteville High School caf- stories about the grocery busi- eteria. Thompson represented ness, such as the time he had Cape Fear Farm Credit, the only one scraggly Christmas awards sponsor. tree left when a drunk came “The Columbus County by and asked how much it was. Cooperative Extension Hall of “I told him $5, he said he’d Fame award honors persons give me 50 cents, and I said who have made outstanding ‘sold’.” and significant contributions Hill, who was introduced by to agriculture, home econom- Harold Shuman, has served as ics, youth development or ru- chairman of the House agri- ral communities,” Thompson culture committee for several said. “Each year a plaque is years and now serves as vice presented to the award win- chairman. ner at the Farm-City Week Esther Collier presented banquet. A portrait (of the Hill, who resides at Lake Wac- winner) is placed on the wall camaw, an original lake scene Hall of Fame winners in the Extension Center in painting. Hall of Fame winners Alice Connor and Esther Collier are fanked by Becky Thompson of Cape Fear Farm Credit recognition of those who have and County Extension Director Dalton Dockery. given so much to the citizens of Columbus County and Co- Farm-City Week History leah, and six grandchildren, operative Extension Service.” Kathryn Faulk of Logan, Kalin, Traice, Brin- Thompson further stated Whiteville City Schools ex- kley, Cailey and Jude. that the award is given to tended the welcome and Bren- Collier has served as presi- individuals for outstanding da Troy gave a brief history of dent of Town and Country leadership qualities that far Farm-City Week. Garden Club, secretary of a surpass what is expected of an “Since 1955 the National retired teachers group, presi- Extension volunteer. “Mem- Farm-City Council has sup- dent of Bladenboro Visual bers of the Hall of Fame have ported educational program- Arts Council and teacher demonstrated the true mission ming to build interdependence of the older youth Sunday of the Cooperative Extension, between rural and urban citi- school class at Western Prong which is empowering people zens,” Troy said. “The Co- Baptist Church. She teaches and providing solutions to the lumbus County Center of the 4-H summer fun classes, has citizens of this great county,” N.C. Cooperative Extension judged county and district 4-H she added. She noted that Services is conducting this Activity Day, has been a 4-H the Hall of Fame committee Farm-City Week activity to Club speaker and is a former looked at the nominations increase awareness about the 4-H leader. She has also tested and it was decided that two importance of farming and neighbors’ water and took a of them were outstanding, agribusiness to the economic poll of neighbors who wanted and the selection process was well-being and quality of Life county water. so difficult the committee for all citizens of Columbus decided to award Co-Hall of County.” Work as a team Fame recipients. She stated that the Presi- Collier and Connor are in After briefly telling about dent of the United States charge of the “quilting room” their volunteer activities, annually proclaims the week at the County Fair, where Thompson said: “On behalf leading to and including quilts that tell the history of of the Cooperative Extension Thanksgiving Day as National Columbus County and record Esther Collier presents Rep. Dewey Hill one of her paintings. Staff, Cape Fear Farm Credit Farm-City Week. the thumbprints of kinder- and DD Cox Insurance Agency Kip Godwin was in charge garten students are made. The as sponsors, join me in a round of giving away numerous door County Fair honored them in of applause for the winners, prizes donated by area busi- 2010 by choosing them as pa- Esther Collier and Alice Con- nesses and individuals. He rade marshals for the County nor.” called on children to draw the Fair parade. Both are also winning numbers. volunteers at the N.C. Museum Entertainment of Forestry. Whiteville High ag teach- In 2011 Connor was award- er and FFA advisor Ashley Hall of Fame winners ed the Governor’s Medallion Fowler spoke briefly and in- Collier taught home eco- for Volunteer Service, one of troduced three FFA members nomics for 34 years after earn- the top 20 in the state. She also who assisted at the dinner, ing a B.S. degree in home received the Gold Certificate Collier Savage, Peyton Moore economics with a minor in art in the 4-H Master Volunteer and Christen Noble. She also at East Carolina University. Program, and the county ECA mentioned the FFA chapter’s She was head of the home Volunteer Extension Educa- greenhouse fundraiser to economics department at tion Program (VEEP) award. help renovate the school’s West Columbus High School, She has been a 4-H vol- greenhouse. and was declared a Master unteer for 13 years, and has Five members of the Junior Teacher. She served as state completed three of five levels FFA of Edgewood Elementary, president of the N.C. Voca- of the 4-H Master Volunteer dressed in straw hats, sang tional Teachers Association, Achievement in Continuing a song about the life cycle was Teacher of the Year twice Education program. She has of chickens. Members are and was also named Columbus taught workshops at the local, raising some chickens, Roxy County Teacher of the Year. district, state and regional lev- and Foxy, who lay eggs at Collier is a past president els, and networks with other school and were displayed at of the Columbus County Ad- volunteers at district, state the meeting. Their teacher- visory Council, member of the and southern regional meet- Edgewood students sing the chicken song. sponsor Kathryn Hyatt said State Advisory Council, N.C. ings. She frequently judges Edgewood has had a Junior 4-H Honor Club member and on the local, district and state of the Seniors Health Insur- FFA for three years and 160 was inducted into the 4-H Hall levels for such 4-H activities ance Information Program students are involved. They of Fame in 2010. She is a mem- as project books, cumulative (SHIIP), which helps seniors grow plants in the greenhouse ber of the Western Prong and record books, presentations, navigate the challenges of se- Fort Fisher open house and in an outside garden, Memory Quilters Extension public speaking, and is a 4-H nior supplemental insurance. and have enjoyed eating the and Community Associations, chaperone. She is a member of She was awarded the coun- Tap into the Christmas spir- Christmas season. vegetables. past County Council president the 4-H Specialized Committee ty ECA Education Award in it as Fort Fisher State Historic The Murray Middle School and past ECA South Central and volunteered for two years 2008, Outstanding Volunteer Site in Kure Beach sponsors Jazz Band will cap off the Hill is speaker District president. at Roger Bacon Academy, of the Year Award in 2007, Holiday Open House on Tues- festivities at 1:30 p.m. For the State Rep. Dewey Hill was She holds an FFA State providing 4-H environmental SHIIP Award in 2006, RSVP day, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. until 5 history lover, discounts will keynote speaker, and noted Honorary Degree, and has education programs. Shining Star Award in 2004, p.m. in the visitor’s center. be offered on all Fort Fisher that he had been involved with been an Eastern Star member Connor volunteers more VEEP Award in 2002 , and Way Enjoy refreshments, deco- Museum Shop merchandise for food all of his life. He began for 54 years. than 1,000 hours a year for to Go Award in 2001 and 2002. rations, and entertainment this day only. The new Battery working in his dad’s general Perhaps best known for the county 4-H program and throughout the day, including Buchanan coffee is especially store at South Whiteville and her talent in arts and crafts, impacts the lives of 2,000 the elementary school chorus blended for the Friends of Fort also helped farm. He said she volunteers to teach those 4-H’ers around the state. One Oratorio will from Leland Christian Acad- Fisher. during his last two years at talents to others in several of her major impacts results emy at 11 a.m., followed at noon Fort Fisher State Historic Whiteville High School he groups, including senior cen- from being called upon for perform ‘Messiah’ with songs and stories of Civil Site is located at 1610 Fort used study periods at the ters, garden clubs, Extension a variety of 4-H activities, War blockade running by noted Fisher Blvd S., Kure Beach. end of the day to leave early and Community Association events and workshops. Under The Southeastern Oratorio historical entertainer John This free event is hosted by and work at Gurganus Cash on the local, district and state her guidance 4-H’ers have won Society chorus and orchestra Golden (aka Captain Roberts) the Friends of Fort Fisher Grocery, “but everybody had level, visually impaired per- awards, money and broadened will present Handel’s Messiah and actor/interpreter and and Fort Fisher Chapter No. credit except the A&P,” he sons and others who ask for their experiences. She helps on Sunday, Dec. ll at 4 p.m. in storyteller Joyce Grear (aka 2325, United Daughters of the said. He recalled that the store assistance. with the N.C. Pecan Harvest the First Presbyterian Church Harriet “Moses” Tubman), Confederacy. had a fish box inside the front She won a state 4-H dress Festival and is a colonial dem- in Whiteville. The program telling stories of the African- For information, contact door and one day Mr. Gurga- review at age 16, and met onstrator at various events. is under the direction of Dr. American experience and Paul Laird at 910-612-7067 or nus called him in and asked her husband, Gray Collier, She teaches workshops to Larry Cook. cultural traditions in the Cape plaird@friendsoffortfisher. how they could increase the through 4-H. They have three senior citizens through Wood- Admission is free but dona- Fear area associated with the com. sale of fish. children, Art, Gary and Me- men of the World and is part tions will be accepted. 6A--The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 Nicole Etheridge is Holt-Felmlee vows are bride of Dean Jernigan said at Lake Waccamaw Holly Reynolds Felmlee and Heather Nicole Etheridge Amos Brian Holt were united and Gary Dean Jernigan Jr. in marriage on Friday, Nov. were united in marriage on 11 at the home of the bride at Oct. 8 in a 3 p.m. ceremony in Lake Waccamaw. Magnolia Missionary Baptist The bride is the daughter of Church on Crusoe Island. Mr. and Mrs. Ned Reynolds of The bride is the daughter Lake Waccamaw. of Mr. and Mrs. James Ervin The groom is the son of Etheridge of Crusoe Island. Robin Holt of Whiteville and She graduated from South Thomas and Cheryl Holt of Columbus High School and Ivanhoe. earned a bachelor’s degree The wedding was offici- in business administration ated by Steven Mullins, host at UNC Pembroke. She is em- pastor of Barefoot Church in ployed in the business office of Whiteville. Sam’s Pit Stop. The bride was escorted to The groom is the son of Mr. the altar by her father and giv- and Mrs. Gary Dean Jernigan en in marriage by her parents. Sr. of Whiteville. He gradu- The children of the couple, ated from East Columbus High Elizabeth Hope Felmlee and School, completed basic law Kira Lauren Holt, served as enforcement training at South- flower girls and Matthew El- eastern Community College liott Felmlee was ring bearer. and is a Lake Waccamaw police The bride wore a Renais- officer. sance white chiffon wedding The Rev. Ralph Gore offici- dress. She had a tiara of daisies ated the ceremony in a sanctu- and baby’s breath in her hair Mr. and Mrs. Amos Brian Holt ary decorated in all red roses. and carried a bouquet of dai- ple has made their home in White mesh wreaths with red After a honeymoon at an sies and oriental lilies. Whiteville. initials of the bride and groom undisclosed location the cou- decorated the double doors of the sanctuary. Jimmy Dale Price provided music. Johnathan Mark Price and Dangers of drinking and Corey Alexander Williamson were candle lighters. The groom’s father was driving is senior project best man. Groomsmen were Mrs. Gary Dean Jernigan Jr. Charles Ervin Etheridge of When Kayla Inman gradu- Whiteville and James Bradley Nicole Long of Whiteville, less dress with matching ruf- ates in June, she plans to at- Etheridge of Crusoe Island, friends of the bride. They wore fled jacket. tend college and earn a degree brothers of the bride, Billy Piv- red satin floor-length dresses The couple is residing in in criminology. Her goal is to er of Fayetteville and Shawn with various bodices and “ini- Hallsboro after honeymooning pursue a career in law enforce- Allen Duncan of Hallsboro, tial diamond necklaces,” gifts in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. ment and chose the dangers of friends of the groom. from the bride. They carried The bride’s parents hosted a drinking and driving as her Miss Elizabeth Gail Ether- red roses with “Martha Stew- reception in the church fellow- senior project. idge of Crusoe Island, cousin art” stems. ship hall. Mrs. Anna Etheridge The Whiteville High School of the bride, was flower girl. The bride was given in of Crusoe Island cut the three- senior solicited help from State She wore a puffed sleeve dress marriage by her father. She tiered wedding cake, which Highway Patrol Trooper Rich- with red satin bodice and wore a white satin strapless featured carrot cake, devil’s ard Capps and Attorney Sarah white chiffon tea-length skirt. gown with gathered waist and food and vanilla layers and Garner to present a program to Aiden Robert Duncan of Halls- red sash tied in back with a was decorated with cascad- a class of ninth graders. boro was ring bearer. diamond-shaped emblem of ing roses and calla lilies. Mrs. Kayla has lost friends due Miss Amanda Jean Jerni- sequins embroidered in the Terri Hayes of Crusoe Island to drinking and driving. She gan of Hallsboro, the groom’s center. Her white veil was poured punch and Marshall chose to talk with ninth grad- sister, was maid of honor. She trimmed with a red satin Fuller kept the bride’s book. ers because they will be getting wore a red satin strapless floor border and red rose decals The groom’s parents and their driver’s license soon. She length gown with jacket and sprinkled the bottom. She sister hosted the rehearsal din- did a power point presenta- carried red roses. wore a ruby ring given by her ner in the church fellowship tion, distributed brochures Miss Sarah Varney of maternal grandmother, pearl hall, which was decorated with and asked students to sign a Kayla Inman is fanked by State Trooper Richard Capps Whiteville was junior brides- earrings from her mother and fall centerpieces. contract that they would not and Attorney Sarah Garner who helped her present a pro- maid. She wore a red satin a pearl necklace given by her The groom’s parents hosted drink and drive. gram on the dangers of drinking and driving. floor-length dress with spa- cousin, Mrs. Nancy Varney. a “Jack and Jill” shower for the Trp. Capps spoke on the ghetti straps. Bridesmaids She carried a cascading bou- bride and groom at the Colum- tragedies connected with cases drain a family emotion- what their jobs are like day to were Mrs. Sunny Fowler quet of red roses and baby’s bus County Law Enforcement drinking and driving that he ally and financially. day. Deputy Sheriff Andrew Etheridge of Whiteville, sis- breath. Clubhouse near Chadbourn. has seen during his career. He Both spoke on the dangers Worley also played a role in ter-in-law of the bride; Miss The bride’s mother wore a A lingerie shower hosted said the most difficult part of of texting and driving, giving mentoring her with his experi- Amanda Payge Etheridge of violet satin tea-length dress by the bride’s mother, Mrs. his job is seeing the life sucked statistics on the number of ences on the job. Crusoe, cousin of the bride; with V-neck and three-quarter Anna Etheridge and Mrs. Terri out of parents when he delivers accidents and deaths among “I thank all of them and Ra- Mrs. Chelsey Ward Duncan sleeves. The groom’s mother Hayes was held at Magnolia a message of a lost loved one. teenagers. shad George for taking time to of Hallsboro and Miss Ashley wore a purple chiffon sleeve- Church. Garner spoke on what hap- Lake Waccamaw police offi- help me with my project and I pens when those cases reach cers helped with Kayla’s senior hope that with them by my side court and how laws on drink- project by allowing her to ride we got through to the teenagers ing and driving are stricter with officers. about the dangers of drinking Toy Run to Parker named to than ever. She told how such This gave her insight into and driving,” Kayla said. beneft kids LGFCU board The 13th annual Toy Run will be held Saturday, Dec. 3, Local Government Fed- of credit union membership, Births leaving the Walmart parking eral Credit Union (LGFCU) but also to relay feedback to the lot at noon. The price to partici- has announced the addition of board of directors regarding Townsend pate in the race is the donation Teresa Parker to its Southern available/potentially available Alex and Anna Jones Short on Money? of a new unwrapped toy or $10. Coast Advisory Council, which products and services, delivery Townsend of Myrtle Beach, The Toy Run is a motorcycle comprises Bladen, Brunswick, of service and member needs. S.C. announce the Nov. 1 birth event to collect toys to benefit Columbus, New Hanover and Advisory council members, of a son, Griffin Alexander, We Can Help! children in Columbus County Pender counties. who represent the philosophi- in Grand Strand Regional at Christmas. Motorcyclists Parker, a human resources cal character of the credit Medical Center. He weighed 8 We Offer Personal Loans from will visit every Dollar General technician for the City of union and contribute their pounds 12.5 ounces. Store in the county to pick up Southport, will be an integral time without compensation, Maternal grandparents toys that have been donated by part of LGFCU’s volunteer- function as LGFCU’s eyes and are Mike and Carolyn Jones $1,000.00 to $3,000.00* the stores and generous cus- driven initiative not only to ears throughout the state, serv- of Myrtle Beach. Paternal tomers. The event is sponsored educate people on the benefits ing as liaisons between credit grandparents are C.G. and We like to say YES! by the Columbus County Con- union members and non-mem- Gail Townsend of Whiteville. cerned Bikers Association/ bers and LGFCU management. J.P. Jones of Tabor City is the ABATE of N.C., Columbus maternal great-grandfather. Tax Return Baptist Association Toy Store, Hot dog sale Preparation Available Columbus County Sheriff ’s De- partment, N.C. Highway Patrol at lake Dec. 3 Troop B., Vietnam Veterans Lake Waccamaw Fire and of America Post 692, Veterans Merry Christmas Rescue will sell hot dogs and of Foreign Wars Post 8073, soft drinks at the fire station Disabled American Veterans on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 11 a.m. Chapter 35 and Dollar General until the supply runs out. SHOPPING stores in Columbus County. The Lake Christmas parade 25% off 50% off 1615 S J K Powell Blvd Ste A To make a donation or for will be held that day, with State Christmas Lamps & (excludes Willow Tree) Whiteville NC 28472 more information contact Park Ranger Chris Helms and Mirrors Greg Stevens at 619-6304, or Bill 30% off (910) 641-0189 Miss North Carolina Hailey GIFTS & INTERIORS 30% off www.security-fnance.com Ruby at 207-2006. Best as parade marshals. Rolling 3 -ADISON 3T s Luggage Retiring Vera *All loans are subject to our liberal credit policy and credit limitations, if any. The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011--7A Lake candle walk, Programs tree lighting Dec. 2 for Jones Lake A candlewalk to the Lake at the Lake Waccamaw Depot State Park Waccamaw Christmas tree Museum following the event. The public is invited to join will be held Friday, Dec. 2 at “We hope to see a good a park ranger at Jones Lake 5:30 p.m. Participants should crowd for this traditional for a variety of programs meet at Town Hall to receive event,” said museum director in December. Participants candles for the procession. Ginger Littrell. “Our small should meet at the Jones Lake A brief program will be town celebration has become State Park Visitor Center, and held including Christmas car- a wonderful part of our local wear appropriate clothing for ols and the traditional Christ- history.” sessions that include a hike, mas recitation by Phyllis Russ For information, call Town fishing or other activity. All at the Nativity scene. Cookies Hall at 646-3700 or the museum programs are free and open to and hot cocoa will be served at 646-1992. the public. Following is the schedule: Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. Tax-Aide needs volunteers - The Fire Forest — A park AARP Tax-Aide is seeking approved training and IRS ranger will discuss the special volunteers to prepare and certification. Training begins relationship the state tree, the electronically file Federal and in November with self-study. longleaf pine, has with fire. North Carolina tax returns for A week of classroom training This program will last an hour low and moderate income tax- follows in January. Practical and will include a slide show payers, with special attention exercises include preparing and short hike to those 60 and older. Member- sample returns on IRS pro- Saturday, Dec. 10, 9 a.m. ship in AARP is not required; vided software. Actual prepa- - Beginner Bird Watching — adult volunteers of all ages are ration of returns begins Feb.1 Learn about bird life at Jones welcome. and continues through April Lake State Park. Basic skills AARP Tax-Aide is an all-vol- 16. Volunteers are asked to valuable to the beginning bird unteer program provided free commit to at least four hours watcher will be discussed dur- to the target taxpayers. The per week; many commit to two ing this hour long program. program has more than 100 four-hour days per week. Bring binoculars and a bird Golf cart winner volunteers in Brunswick, Co- Volunteer service locations guide, if available. Cathy McMillan of Whiteville, left, won the Ruff ‘N Tuff golf cart in the Columbus lumbus, New Hanover, Pender, are available locally at the Saturday, December 17, 2 County Shrine Club drawing Nov. 5. In appreciation, she donated $1,000 to the Su- Onslow and Duplin counties. Carolyn T. High Library in p.m. - Carolina Bay Hike — dan Shriners Transportation Fund to help transport patients and their families to the Volunteers assist those who Whiteville. After the discussion a short cannot afford to hire tax coun- “Anyone interested in chal- Shriners Hospitals for Children for treatment and follow-up visits. Other winners were hike through a Carolina Bay Kenneth Myers of Riegelwood, second place, Remington Model 700 SPS-300 WSM selors to assist them through lenging work, expanding your will give participants a chance the maze of the federal and knowledge, and helping others to explore these natural mys- rife, and Nicholas Worley of Cerro Gordo, third place, a $200 VISA gift card. The state tax laws. Last year, local in our community by using teries. drawings were held on stage during the N.C. Pecan Harvest Festival. Shrine Presi- Tax-Aide volunteers prepared your skill and training, then Sunday, Dec. 24, 2 p.m. - All dent Lloyd “Happy” Buffkin, right, congratulated the winners and addressed the festi- and filed more than 5,000 tax this is the volunteer opportuni- About Bears — Learn about val crowd, thanking Columbus County residents for continued support of the Shriners returns. ty for you,” said Daryl Patrick, the biology and habits of the and their fundraising projects for the Shriners Hospitals. In order to continue and local Tax Aide coordinator. king of the forest and Jones expand the program, Tax- For more information on Lake’s largest mammal, the Aide needs more volunteers how to join the Tax-Aide team black bear. to serve either as greeters or call toll free 1-888-687-2277 or Saturday, Dec. 31, 9 a.m. - tax preparers. Greeters meet visit www.aarp.org/tavolun- Intro to Carolina Bays — Learn and greet the taxpayers and teer8. Locally, or contact Da- about the geological mysteries maintain the order of service. ryl Patrick at 910-642-7565 or of the Carolina Bays. Forma- Tax preparers receive IRS [email protected] tion theories, and the natural communities associated with Lake Library to ofer free Carolina Bays will be dis- cussed. books for kid patrons Saturday, Jan. 7, 2 p.m. - Ba- The Rube McCray Library at Lake Waccamaw will offer a sic Waterfowl — A discussion Free Books for Kids program, beginning Jan. 2. on the basics of waterfowl Children ages 5 through 12 are eligible to participate provided identification will provide a 6th ANNUAL LOWER CAPE FEAR HOSPICE FOUNDATION they have a valid library card. Pre-registration will begin Dec. 1. basic understanding of dif- To earn a free book, a child will be required to make 10 or ferent types of waterfowl and more library visits with checkouts per calendar quarter. Friends their habitats. of Rube McCray Library will provide the free book selection. Saturday, Jan. 14, 2 p.m. For questions or more information call the library at 646-4616. - Carolina Bay Hike — Hear a discussion about Carolina Bays, then take a short hike through a Carolina Bay to ex- plore these natural mysteries. Festival of Trees SCC TV Schedule Saturday, Jan. 21, 2 p.m. - EDU-Cable programming can be viewed locally on Time Attracting Butterflies — What Warner Cable of Whiteville and surrounding areas, CH. 6. are the life stages of a but- Dec. 3-7, 2011 Tune in weekly from 9 a.m. – midnight or view online at terfly? How can I make my Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. www.sccnc.edu own butterfly garden? Join a This week on EDU-Cable: park ranger for an informative Sunday 1-7 p.m. Monday - Wednesday - Friday - Sunday power point program about 9 a.m., 2 & 6 p.m. - The Reading Room butterflies and how to attract Monday - Wednesday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 9:30 a.m., 2:30 & 6:30 p.m. - Restore, Recover, Rebuild – them to your own yard Sharing Stories of Hope and Inspiration with Saturday, Jan. 28, 10 a.m. N.C. Museum of Forestry Admission $5 Patrina Wright - Red-Cockaded Woodpecker — 11 a.m., 4 & 7 p.m. - Spotlight North Carolina Cooperative Learn about this federally en- Extension – A Bright Idea – Howard Wallace and dangered bird that calls Jones Trees, Dessert Café, Wreaths, Baked Goods, and Nakoma Simmons Lake State Park home. Learn Santa Claus Appearances 11:30 a.m., 4:30 & 7:30 p.m. – Columbus County Cooks with about the many adaptations Harry Foley and guest, Shirley Freeman – Native that make this bird unique and American Fry Bread then take a short hike. Tuesday - Thursday - Saturday - SCC Presents Tree Lighting 9 a.m., 2 & 7 p.m. – Native American Heritage Program Tuesday - Thursday - Saturday - Special Program Veterans meet Dec. 4, 2011 11 a.m., 4 & 9 p.m. – Volunteer Connection with Dr. Melody Vietnam Veterans of Amer- Prevatte – Festival of Trees – Greta Heye and ica meet the first Tuesday of Tree Lighting 5 p.m. Stephanie Miller each month at 7 p.m. at 1028 S. Madison St., Whiteville. following the Whiteville Christmas Parade ‘In the Ritz by Six’ Dec. 1 N.C. Museum of Forestry Reduced Festival Admission $3 Complimentary Cookies, Early Bird Specials on kicks of holidays in Tabor Wreath Sales, and more A festive holiday commu- each or six for $5 and may be after the Christmas Parade nity event for the public will purchased at the chamber of- Through the Lights, which Holiday Luncheons pay tribute to Greater Tabor fice, Tabor City Public Library begins at 6 p.m. Anyone who City Chamber of Commerce or from chamber directors. The woulde like to participate in members on Thursday, Dec. 1. drawing will be held on Satur- the Christmas parade should Dec. 8 & 9, 2011 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. In the Ritz at Six will be held day, Dec. 3 during the Christ- call Gail Buffkin at 653-3140, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Ritz Plaza mas tree lighting ceremony Tabor City Police Department. Vineland Station across the street from the Todd House. DJ Ray Scott will be Tickets $35 per person Tables of eight $250 playing music that will make The To purchase tickets call 910.796.8099 ext. 6 you want to get up and dance, and lead singers from other beach bands will be stopping by to entertain. Lilly Pad Tabor City Chamber mem- bers will be served a free chili Sandra Moulin, Wreaths and Entertainment supper, and each member will Connection receive a few vouchers for LLC For more information free meals. Those who are not Call 910-796-8099 ext. 6 or go to Chamber members or have not been given a voucher can purchase chili to join in the festive event, but the music and Specializing in: fun are free for everyone. The Chamber is soliciting Custom Website Design new members, and informa- $50 100 $250 $500 Other $______tion will be available for any- Also Providing: Make checks payable to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation and mail to one interested. Lower Cape Fear Foundation at 1414 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401 The Chamber is also spon- Charge my: Visa MasterCard AmEx Expiration date: ______soring its annual Christmas Chaucer Calligraphy for decorating contest for busi- Account#______Signature ______nesses. The deadline to enter Weddings • Baby Showers is Monday, Jan. 5 and judging Corporate Events and More! will be held after dark the next Donor Name ______Phone # ______day. Merchants are encouraged to show their Christmas spirit Address ______by decorating as festively as Call 910.207.8394 Memory or Honor of (circle one) ______possible. www.thelillypadconnection.com There is still time to pur- State Solicitation Licensing Branch chase raffle tickets for a 15-inch laptop computer. Tickets are $1 Sports Te News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 - 8A Eastern N.C. 2A football fnals Final-minute TD lifs Tarboro over Stallions 13-10 By DAN BISER Tarboro had rallied to two-point road wins over Sports Editor previously unbeaten Northside Jacksonville and Edenton Holmes. TARBORO - For more than 45 minutes of Craddock said his team has just been able “to the scoreboard clock Friday night, the South find a way to win. I’m just very proud about the Columbus Stallions held the lead and appeared way these guys just refused to quit.” ready to boost themselves into a berth in the Fonvielle said that two second-half plays - state 2A finals. the knee down at the three-yard line on a punt However, the two-time defending state cham- attempt and the long-gainer pass on what was pion Tarboro Vikings got a touchdown from virtually a busted play that set up the winning its All-State senior back Todd Gurley with 53 score - were the differences in the game. seconds left in the game to complete a Viking “Breaks are part of the game, and unfor- rally that went from a 10-0 deficit to a 13-10 vic- tunately they didn’t turn out too well for us tory over the visiting Stallions. tonight,” said Fonvielle, whose Stallions had The win gave Coach Jeff Craddock’s Tarboro brought a five-game winning streak into Fri- team its fourth consecutive Eastern N.C. title. day’s game. “I feel like we played well enough The Vikings (now with a 12-2 record) will go for to win this game. We couldn’t have asked more their third straight state crown Saturday at 11 from what we got from our defense. a.m., when they are slated to meet Lincolnton in “Tarboro has an outstanding team and a the state 2A title game at N.C. State University’s great tradition,” Fonvielle said. “They kept Carter-Finley Stadium. battling and it paid off for them.” Coach Jake Fonvielle’s South Columbus Tarboro extended its string of consecutive team, which closed its season with a 10-4 record, state playoff victories to 14 (dating back to 2009). turned a blocked punt in the game’s opening Dashaun Daniels, South Columbus’s sopho- moments into a three-yard touchdown pass more fullback, rushed for 79 yards on 22 carries from Pharoah McKever to Makiel Bell. Rasheed while Ricky Dozier rushed 14 times for 39 yards. Williams’ extra point kick gave SCHS a 7-0 lead Gurley finished with 33 yards on 13 carries. with 8 minutes, 39 seconds left in the quarter. McKever, SCHS’s 6-foot-6 junior quarterback, In the second quarter, Williams split the completed four of 12 passes for 42 yards while uprights with a 31-yard field goal to give SCHS Moore completed 2 of 3 passes for 64 yards. a 10-0 halftime lead. The South Columbus defense was led by Late in the third quarter, a personal foul pen- seniors Damarick McKvian, Darqual Rich- alty against the Stallions moved the ball back ardson, Justin Godwin, Storm Phillips, Logan Playoff agony to their own 13-yard line, and they were forced Simmons, Makie Bell and Shyquan Hemingway. South Columbus High School senior football player Collin Ransom tries to cope with to punt from the 15 two plays later. Hemingway came up with his third interception overwhelming disappointment of the Stallions’ 13-10 loss to two-time defending state On a low snap from center, Williams reached in as many playoff games when he picked off a champion Tarboro in the Eastern N.C. 2A Regional championship game Friday night down for the ball before punting it, and officials fourth-quarter halfback pass thrown by Gurley. at Tarboro. Tarboro got the winning points with 53 seconds left in the game. South ruled that his knee touched the ground while Two-way end Tyquan Lewis paced the Viking fielding the snap, giving Tarboro the ball at defense. Columbus closed out its season with a 10-4 record. SCHS three-yard line. Two plays later, Viking Fonvielle said he hoped the disappointment quarterback Aaron Moore scored on a one- of the loss would not take away from the numer- yard sneak with 1:49 remaining in the period. ous Stallion accomplishments of the season. Franklin Arias added the PAT kick to make the “Tonight is a hard one for our kids to take, Four Gators, two Vikings receive score 13-7. but they have come a long way,” said Fonvielle, In the final quarter, South Columbus came whose team lost two of its first three games of up just inches short of a first down following the season and then avenged its only Waccamaw All-TRC First Team football honors a third-down play at the Tarboro 45-yard line. Conference loss to East Bladen by knocking off E a s t C o l u m b u s H i g h and Jahvar Billings of the con- ery, Ty Edwards, Simeon Jones, Williams was inserted into the line-up and got the Eagles 10-0 in the third round of the playoffs. School’s Henry Baldwin, ference champion Fairmont Zach Leach and Mike Graham; off a quick kick that bounced into the end zone “For a team that went into the playoffs as the Dereck Young, Ronald Ratliffe Golden Tornado squad. St. Pauls’ Tyshawn Inman, before Stallion coverage players could catch up No. 9 seed in the East bracket,, our guys really and Jeremy Rouse, and West First team selections from Deshawn Munn, Datorrius to the ball. The touchback gave Tarboro the ball took it a long way,” added Fonvielle, who has Columbus High School’s Har- conference runnerup Red Robinson and Shayron Jones; at its own 20-yard line. just completed his third season as SCHS head vey Lesane and Franciso Tor- Springs are Blake Greene, and South Robeson’s Charles After South Columbus held the Vikings for football coach. res have received First Team Xavier McEachearn, Julian Grissett and Keno McLaurin. no gain on first down, Moore was able to wiggle South Columbus, which tied East Bladen for selection on the 2011 All Three Brown, Robert Overton and Fairmont’s Alex Gilcrhist away from a strong Stallion pass rush and man- the Waccamaw 2A-3A Conference champion- Rivers Conference Football Drayvon Fairley. has been selected the 2011 aged to get a pass off to a wide-open Quentin ship, opened the playoffs with a 20-16 homefield Team. First team selections from TRC Offensive Player of the Roberson in the left flat. Roberson legged the victory over Eastern Randolph. The Stallions Getting Second Team rec- St. Pauls are Antonio Hen- Year, and Red Springs’ Robert ball all the way to the South Columbus 24 for then ran to a 43-20 second-round victory over ognition are East Columbus’ derson, Roy Lowder, Ladarius Overton has been named the a 56-yard gain. previously unbeaten Fairmont before eliminat- Isaiah Day, Nick McClure, Greg McQueen and Corey Locklear, 2011 TRC Defensive Player of It took the Vikings seven plays to move the ing East Bladen 10-0 in the third round. Melvin and Phillip Andrews; and chosen first team from the Year. ball in for the game-winning score. Gurley, who South Columbus has advanced to the Eastern and West Columbus’ Jamal South Robeson are Harrison Keith Wood, who guided had been bothered by an ankle injury for the N.C. 2A Regional championship round four Eady and Adrian Blue. Branch and Jonathan Mitchell. Fairmont to the conference previous two weeks and stood on the sidelines times since 1996. The Stallions won the title in Heading the list of the All- Other second team selec- title and a 12-1 record, has been for much of Friday’s game, carried three times 2007 before falling to Lincolnton in the state Three Rivers Conference first tions include Fairmont’s Joe selected the 2011 TRC Football on the drive and got the touchdown on a second- championship tilt. team are Alex Gilchrist, De- Harris, TyReke Addison, Cain Coach of the Year. down snap from two yards out, giving Tarboro Since 1996, South Columbus has won 12 metrius Washington, Zach Wilkerson, Naim Bellamy, Selections were made by its first lead of the night. The Stallions blocked Waccamaw Conference championships and has Pittman, Charlton Townsend, Dustin Polston and Silas Oxen- conference coaches. the extra-point attempt. advanced to at least the second round of the Luke Hunt, D’Andre Johnson dine; Red Springs’ Quinn Low- Tarboro bagged the game moments later state playoffs 11 times. when a McKever pass on second down was in- Tarboro finished runnerup in the Eastern tercepted by Larry Jones at midfield. Plains Conference this fall behind Kinston. It marked the third straight game in which In last year’s state 2A championship game, Wolfpack hoop teams open season the Vikings used a late scoring drive to garner the winning points. In its previous two games, See Stallions on 2B with road victories over S. Robeson ROWLAND - Junior Rob- each scored nine. quile Stackhouse 2, Laura Lowery ert Smith scored 25 points to Whiteville will play host to 11, Vriginia McCormick 2, Zanica pace the Whiteville Wolfpack longtime rival West Columbus Drayhorn 2, Whitney Simmons 2, to a 57-37 season-opening bas- Tuesday night. Play will open Ladavius McMillan 6. ketball victory over the host at 4 with the girls junior var- South Robeson Mustangs last sity game, followed by the boys BOYS GAME Tuesday night. junior varsity, girls varsity and Whiteville 23 15 10 8 - 57 Coach Jerry Singletary’s boys varsity. S. Robeson 4 10 10 13 - 37 WHITEVILLE (57): Mikey Fox- Wolfpack led 23-4 after one worth 3, Robert Smith 25, Dylan GIRLS GAME quarter and 39-14 at the half. Bowen 7, Forrest Powell 7, Za- Whiteville 13 26 11 16 - 56 Alton Bethea scored 10 nary Adams 4, Shyheem Brooks S, Robeson 4 10 10 13 - 25 points to lead South Robeson. 7, Shaheed Hawkins 4, Algere WHITEVILLE (57); Jamilia Jones Adams 4. 2, Sam McCumbee 8, Marquetta Whiteville also won the SOUTH ROBESON (37): Jesse Hemingway 9, Jordan Ray 21, Sierra Burden 2, Tashaun McIntyre 1, girls game 57-37 behind Jordan Wilcox 4, Jenna Watts 9, Briann Ja- Kacey Edwards 8, Harrison Branch Ray’s 21 points. Jenna Watts mieson 1, Gina White 1. and Marquetta Hemingway SOUTH ROBESON (25): Jac- 1, Emmanuel Jackson 6,
Gator girls, Scorpion boys grab victories
LAKE WACCAMAW - Soph- Brunswick ran to a 73-51 win. Lauren Jenkins 14, Meonti Campbell omore Lauren Jenkins scored Ronald Ratliffe led ECHS scor- `10, Jamera McCullum 4. 14 points and junior Meonti ers wit 17 points. Nic Sloan led Campbell tallied 10 for the East NBHS with 18 points. BOYS GAME Columbus Lady Gators last The East Columbus teams N. Brunswick 14 19 18 22 - 73 Tuesday in their 44-33 season- will travel to play North Bruns- E. Columbus 4 13 15 19 - 51 opening basketball win over wick on Tuesday. NORTH BRUNSWICK (73): Ja- cobs 6, Rowland 9, Graham 2, Smyre visiting North Brunswick. 4, Philips 8, Young 11, Weaver 2, Coach Karlyn Stephens’ GIRLS GAME Roseborough 12, Sloan 18, Robin- ECHS squad broke a tight N. Brunswick 13 7 9 4 - 33 son 1 South Columbus High School Football Coach Jake Fonvielle discusses strategy with game by scoring 14 points in E. Columbus 13 14 14 3 - 44 EAST COLUMBUS (51) T.J. his offensive unit during a frst-half time-out in Friday’s Eastern N.C. 2A Regional cham- the second quarter and 14 more NORTH BRUNSWICK (33): Wilson 8, Ronald Ratliffe 17, Ricky pionship at Tarboro. Tarboro overcame a 10-0 halftime defcit to pull out a 13-10 win in the third. Ajene Mays 10, Gracian Deal 10. Ratliffe 2, Kiana Whiie 6, Gage Las- over the visiting Stallions. South Columbus tied for the Waccamaw 2A-3A Conference Ajene Mays and Gracian Deja White 6, Esther Brown 3, M. siter 4, Larry Sanders 2, Paul Harris championship and took playoff wins over Eastern Randolph, Fairmont and East Bladen Deal each scored 10 for North Ramsey 3, Alexis Reese 2. 2, John Mitchell 2, Caleb Edgell 2, to advance to the Eastern fnals. Brunswick. EAST Columbus (44): K.J. John- Marquis King 6. In the boys game, North son 5, Quin Walker 3, Brittany Hall 8, The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 - 9A
Yards passing 42 64 Passes 4-12-1 2-4-1 Stallions Fumbles-lost 1-1 1-0 Penalties-yards 5-40 3-25 701 Bowling Continued from 8A Punts-avg. NA NA NOVEMBER 19 192; Iris Freeman, 167; Vickie Har-
Fall Youth League relson, 160. S. Columbus 7 3 0 0 - 10 W-L Top scratch series: Missy Barker, Tarboro defeated Winston- Lady Rockers 15-0 479; Sharon Formyduval, 462; Mar- Salem Carver 21-13, and the Tarboro 0 0 7 6 - 13 Maclukie 12-3 sha Frink, 439; Vickie Harrelson, 436.. Rams defeated Mountain Heri- BB Boys 8.5-6.5 tage 28-3 in the 2009 title game. SC - Makel Bell 3 pass from Phar- Lil Reaves 5.5-9.5 NOVEMBER 22 In 2008, the Vikings bowed to oah McKever (Rasheed Williams kick) 2 Sons 1-14 SCC Fall League Newton-Conover 52-28 in the SC - Williams 31 FG. W-L state finals. T - Aaron Moore 1 run (Franklin Boys Pinheads 17-7 Arias kick). Top scratch games: Bradley 2 Girls & A Guy 16-8 SC T T - Todd Gurley 2 run (kick Reaves, 111; Jameson Reaves, 81; Duh 13-11 First downs 10 10 blocked). Blake Barnes, 64. J L 6-18 Top scratch series: Bradley Pin Punchers 4-29 Rushes-yards 35-118 46-128 Reaves 324; Jameson Reaves, 223; Blake Barnes, 1447. NOVEMBER 17 Men Girls Top scratch games: Kyle Nan- Top scratch games: Kaylee ney, 172; Jacob Fritter, 127; Scott Purvis to play Tuesday McCullen, 116; Soles, 109; Kennedy Johnson, 122. Reaves, 91; McKenzie Barnes, 74.. Top scratch series (two games): Top scratch series: Kaylee at Waccamaw Academy Kyle Nanney, 302; Scott Johnson, McCullen, 309; Lynn Soles, 295; 233; Darrell Adkins, 216. Rodney Purvis, the 6-foot-3 Kennedy Reaves, 211; McKenzie He averaged 25.5 points guard of Raleigh’s Upper Room per game in his junior season Barnes, 198. Women Chiristian Academy basket- Top scratch games: Sabrina at Upper Room. The Eagles NOVEMBER 21 Moody, 108; Leann Hinson, 98; Shan- ball team, will be featured at dropped their season opener Monday Night Mixed League ice McLean, 83. Waccamaw Academy Tuesday to Prestonwood Christian of W-L Top scratch series (two games): night when the Eagles visit the Plano, Texas, last week. Just Us 11-4 Sabrina Moody, 210; Shanice McLean, Warriors in a 6 p.m. game. The Upper Room squad 3 guys & A Gal 10-5 146; Leann Hinson, 137. Purvis has committed to also features guard Demetrius Beep-Beep 9-6 N.C. State and is considered Troy, the grandson of lifelong Maybe Baby 9-6 NOVEMBER 22 one of the Top 20 prep players Whiteville residents Harold The Untouchables 9-6 Men in the country. and Evelyn Troy. Alley Oops 6-9 Top scratch games: Michael We Think We Can 5-10 Watts, 167; Kyle Nanney, 163; Scott Castaways 0-150 Johnson, 129. Top scratch series (two games): Darquale Richardson, a four-year starter at linebacker for WHS fall sports banquet Men Michael Watts, 303; Kyle Nanney, the South Columbus Stallion football team, dejectedly Whiteville High School will country. Top scratch games: Bill Skip- 279; Jacob Fritter, 233 walks off the feld for the last time in an SCHS uniform per, 212; Jimmy Evans, 206; L.J. hold a Fall Sports Banquet on The Athletic Association following the Stallions’ 13-10 loss to Tarboro Friday in the Thursday, Dec. 1 in the school of Whiteville will provide the Frink Sr., 198; Jimmy Tarr, 190. Women Eastern N.C. 2A Regional championship game at Tarboro. Top scratch series: Jimmy cafeteria. banquet meal for all athletes. Top scratch games: Greta Al- The 6-foot-3, 235-pound Richardson was sidelined for most Evans, 584; Bill Skipper, 557; L.J.. britton, 123; Shanice McLean, 91; The event honors members Tickets for parents and other Frink Sr., 527; Randy Clewis, 523.. Samantha Suggs, 86. of his senior season with leg injuries but returned to play of the school’s varsity and ju- supporters who wish to attend . Top scratch series (two games): in the Stallions’ last three playoff games. South Columbus nior varsity teams in football, are on sale for $8 each at the Women Greta Albritton, 228; ; Shanice held the lead over the two-time defending state champion volleyball, girls tennis, boys WHS main office and can also Top scratch games: Missy McLean, 169; Samantha Suggs, 156. Tarboro team until the game’s fnal 53 seconds. soccer and boys and girls cross be obtained from WHS Athletic Barker, 197; Sharon Formyduval, Director David Smith. Smith said there will be no Warrior teams fall to FCS, WCD charge for those who want to High school bowling league to open play Tursday Wa c c a m aw A c a d e m y girls game 42-12. attend but not eat. On Thursday, Dec. 1, the dropped a pair of boys bas- On Tuesday, Wayne Country Smith said that there will mid-February with top teams Columbus County High School fully we’re starting to get ketball games to Fayetteville Day defeated the Warriors 63- also be a Winter Sports Ban- and individual bowlers advanc- Bowling League will get under- close.” Christian and Wayne Country 50. Wilson again had 26 points quet in late March and a Spring ing to state tournament play in way for the third straight year. The Columbus County High Day last Monday and Tuesday. for Waccamaw Academy and Sports Banquet in May. Raleigh. All four high schools in the School Bowling League has In Monday’s game, Fayette- Tyshon Jackson tallied 11 The new format replaces the Jamie Insley, 701 Lanes county will compete in the grown significantly over the ville Christian took a 52-44 win. points. Wayne Country Day former All-Sports Banquet that owner-operator, said that state league. Regular practice ses- past two years and interest Greg Wilson scored 26 points won the girls game 41-18. has been held toward the end bowling associations are hop- sions have already begun. for the 2012 season continues for the Warriors. FCS won the of the school year. ing that the sport will eventu- Coaches are David Higgins to mount. ally become sanctioned by the (Whiteville), Bradley Strick- “It gives a lot of young peo- North Carolina High School land (South Columbus), Brian ple who otherwise wouldn’t SHORT BROS. Athletic Association, BETTER JOBS Fowler (East Columbus) and participate in a school sport Are found in The Classifieds “In order to get sanctioned, RENT-A-CAR Heather Herring (West Co- an opportunity to do so,” Insley 70 percent of the state’s schools Hwy. 701, South lumbus). said. “Thursday nights during of Whiteville need to be active,” Insley said. $ 95 League play will be held the high school season are re- DAILY CAREER CHANGE? “We’re not there yet, but hope- ally fun and exciting.” 19 642-4175 Find it in The Classifieds each Thursday night through (EALTHIER #OLUMBUS
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Where did all of the County School Bd. meeting, Lebanon Lodge #207, 7 PM AA meeting, 8 PM, 511 N. Disabled American Full Moon-Cooking 4 reptiles go? 2-3 PM, 5 6 PM 6 Alzheimers Support Group 7 Thompson St. 8 Veterans (DAV) meeting, around the campfre, Lake Waccamaw State Park Every Wednesday 6:30 PM, 524 N. Lee St. 9 104 PM, Lake Waccamaw State Park Col. Co. Bd. of Comm., 6:30 PM - 6-7 PM, First St. Paul Bapt. Church Whiteville Christmas Parade, 3 PM Col. Co. Courthouse Annex Friends of the Carolyn T. High Mem. Diabetes Support Group **Meet at the picnic area** Library, 5:30 PM at the library meeting, 6 PM, CRHS Educ. Fair Bluff Christmas Parade, 10:30 AM AA meeting, 8 PM, Center Classroom 2 511 N. Thompson St. The Concerned Citizens of Sandy- Instant Replay Day, 1963 Judy Marlowe Stead book signing, Every Monday feld meeting, Town Hall, 7 PM Brain Injury Support Group meeting, 6 PM, CRHS, Rm 1A 4-6 PM, Columbus County Take Off Pounds Sensibly) TOPS Chadbourn Council meeting, Town Hall, 7 PM Pearl Harbor Day, 1941 Arts Center meeting, 5 PM, CRHS Room 1-A. Vietnam Veterans of America Every Monday meeting, 7 PM, 1028 S. Madison St. Adult Mixed League Bowling, 7 PM F.B. Commissioners meeting, 6 PM National Fire Safety Day, 1979 Bad Hair 701 Lanes, 301 J.K. Powell Blvd. Day Every Monday Col. Co. Bd. of Ed. meeting, 5:30 PM Greater Whiteville Chamber of Com- Marshmallow Peeps Day, 1982 First Christmas Seals National Cookie Day Take Off Pounds Sensibly) TOPS merce Lunch Forum, 11:45 AM, Interim meeting, 3 PM, N.C.Forestry Issued, 1907 Emily Dickinson’s Birthday, Museum. Celebrate Recovery, 6 PM, Hwy. Microwave Oven Birthday, 1942 1830 Every Monday 701 Tabor City. Every Tuesday Ball Bearing Roller Skates Walt Disney’s Birthday Apollo 17 Anniversary, 1972 Patented, 1884 Mighty Mouse’s Birthday Duck at a Distance, City School Bd. meeting, Lake Wacc. Town Council - 7 PM Lebanon Lodge #207, A Native Christmas Hike, 4-5:30 PM, Lake 6:30 PM 13Whiteville City Council - 6:30 PM 7 PM 10-11 AM, Lake 11 Waccamaw State Park 12 14 15 16 17 Waccamaw State Park The Compassionate Friends, Tabor City Town Council - 7 PM Oratorio Society presents 7:30 PM, Grace Episcopal Church Kids Night Out, (Ages 6-12) Handel’s Messiah, 4 PM, East Coast Hunters’ Association The Col. Humane Society, Inc., 3-7 PM, Lake Waccamaw State meeting, 6:30 PM The First Baptist Church, Madison 1st Presbyterian Church & Church Streets, 6:30 PM Park Alateen meeting, 8 PM, 511 N. Thompson St. VFW Post #8073 meeting, 6:30 PM, 121 Wyche St. Narcotics Anonymous meetings, 7 PM, 109 N. Madison St., Whiteville & 15956 Old Lake Road, Riegelwood. Every Tuesday First Miniature Golf Course Take Off Pounds Sensibly) TOPS Opened, 1929 meeting, 5:30 PM, Chadbourn Thomas Edison Receives National Chocolate UNICEF Anniversary Community Libary, 301 N. Wilson St. Patent on Phonograph, 1877 Covered Anything Day Every Tuesday American Revolution Birthday 1774 Color Movies Birthday, Clip-On Tie’s Birthday, (The frst military operation of the American Revo- Bills of Rights Adopted, Boston Tea Party Wright Brother’s Day First 1909 Poinsettia Day 1928 lution took place at Portsmouth, New Hampshire) 1791 Anniversary, 1773 Flight, 1903
Col. Co. Bd. of Comm., Col. Co. Shrine Club, 6:30 PM - Col. Co. 7 PM 18 19Courthouse Annex 20Greater Whiteville Cham- 21 22 23 24 ber of Commerce Bd. of Directors meeting - 7:45 AM - 9 AM Col. Co. Citizens for Better Govt. Play meeting, 7 PM Bingo Day
Oatmeal Muffn Day Pilgrims Land at Plymouth Rock, 1620 Thermometer Invented Mother Goose Day, 1719 (Thomas Fleet of Boston, Massachusetts, pub- lished his mother-in-law’s tales in the book, Mother First Christmas Light For Goose.) Crossword Puzzle Birthday Sale, 1882
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SAMMY L. SMITH DEATH NOTICE DEATH NOTICE DEATH NOTICE DEATH NOTICE DEATH NOTICE LAKE WACCAMAW -- Sam- my L. Smith, died Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCare Center in White- ville. He was born in Colum- bus County, the son of the late Samuel Lafeth Smith and Ada Stephens Smith. He was a former police chief of Lake Waccamaw and Bolton. He served in the N.C. National Guard. He retired from Fleur- Daniels and formerly owned and operated Hallsboro Texaco and Wananish Amoco. MARGARET ANN BESSIE SIMMONS GARRETT BYRD Final rites were held Satur- DAVID LEE COLEMAN MARTIN day, Nov. 26 at Peacock Funeral SOUTHERN PINES -- Mar- TABOR CITY -- The Rev. MARIE HOBBS SOLES WHITEVILLE -- Mrs. Bes- HOBIE GLENN garet Ann Garrett Byrd, CARTRETTE Home Chapel of Whiteville Dr. David Lee Coleman, 66, EVERGREEN -- Mrs. Ma- sie Estelle Simmons Mar- with Rev. Chip Hannah offici- 87, died Thursday, Nov. 24, died Wednesday, Nov. 23, rie Hobbs Soles, 74, died tin, 93, died Friday, Nov. 25, CERRO GORDO -- Hobie 2011 at St. Joseph of the Glenn Cartrette, 19, died ating. Interment was in Lake 2011 at his residence. He Friday, Nov. 25, 2011, in 2011 at Liberty Commons Waccamaw Hillcrest Cemetery. Pines Health Center. was the son of the late R.C. Columbus Regional Health- of Whiteville. Friday, Nov. 25, 2011. She was born April 22, Final rites will be held He is survived by his wife, and Kathryn McGee Cole- care. She was born Oct. 31, Mrs. Martin was the Jane Ward Smith; two sons, 1924. She was the daughter man, Jr. and was the pre- 1937, in Robeson County, daughter of the late Ed- at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28, of the late Karl and Jes- at Worthington Funeral Donald Smith and Kenneth L. siding minister at Claren- the daughter of the late ward Simmons and Viola Smith, both of Lake Wacca- sie Garrett. She was pre- don Baptist Church. Monroe Hobbs and Hattie Spivey Simmons; she also Home with Revs. Kenny deceased by her husband, Byrd, Jonathan Simmons maw; three daughters, Debra S. A memorial service was Hawes Hobbs. was preceded in death by Helms of Holden Beach, Maria Locke Byrd Jr. held Friday, Nov. 25 at Clar- She was preceded in death her husband, Major Mar- and Scott Gore officiat- She graduated from ing. Interment will follow S. Bollinger of Charlotte, Man- endon Baptist Church. Rev. by her husband, Ted Soles; tin and a grandchild, Faith di S. Fairfax of Chadbourn; Greensboro High School Charles Bullock officiated. two sons, Gene and Ken- Duncan. in Meares Cemetery, Cerro and attended Mary Bald- Gordo. one stepson, Jeffrey Coleman Worthington Funeral Home neth Soles; one daughter, Mrs. Martin was a found- of Lake Waccamaw; one step- win College. Mrs. Byrd was in Chadbourn handled the Millie Dean Soles; two half- ing member of Trinity Bap- He is survived by his fa- a housewife and enjoyed ther and step-mother, Ter- daughter, Jerrianne Lewis of arrangements. brothers, William J., Mon- tist where she was the sec- Carolina Beach; one brother, gardening, sewing, cooking He is survived by his wife, roe D. Hobbs; three half-sis- retary of the young adult ry G. and Robin Cartrette and needlework. She was a of the home; mother and Franklin Smith of Lake Wac- Chris Corin Canady Cole- ters, Isabelle Brown, Ellen department for 51 years; camaw; and six grandchildren. devoted mother and grand- man of the home; one son, Lewis, and Edith Pait; and after retiring she worked step-father, Kimberly M. and Frank Spivey of Wilm- mother. Jonathan David Coleman one brother, W.D. Hobbs. as a Wal-Mart door greeter JAY HEFNER ington; two sisters, Kim- A memorial service was and his wife, Jane, of Ta- Her funeral service will for 8 1/2 years. Mrs. Martin CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. berly Brooke Cartrette of held Sunday, Nov. 27 at bor City; and one sister, be conducted at 2 p.m., was known to enjoy being a -- Jennings C. (Jay) Hefner, 73, Wilmington and Jessica the Belle Meade Chapel in Judy Coleman Caines of Tuesday, Nov. 29, at Abun- seamstress. died Sunday, Nov. 27, 2011 in a Robin Inman and husband, Southern Pines. Burial will Tabor City. dant Life Assembly of God Funeral services were local hospital after an extended Justin, of Whiteville; two be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Memorials may be made with Revs. Jerry Spivey and held Sunday, Nov. 27 in the illness. brothers, Buster Ray Davis Nov. 28 in Whiteville Memo- to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Vic Potter officiating. Inter- McKenzie Mortuary Chapel He previously lived in and wife, Jessica, and Dan- rial Cemetery. Boles Funer- and Lifecare Center, 206 ment will be in Peacock’s with Rev. Randy Speight of- Whiteville and Wilmington, iel Lynn Davis and wife, al Home of Southern Pines Warrior Trail, Whiteville, Columbus Memorial Park. ficiating. Burial followed in having worked at The News Amanda, all of Tabor City; is assisting the family. N.C. 28472. Peacock Funeral Home of Whiteville Memorial Cem- Reporter for 46 years as an and grandparents, Louise She is survived by two Whiteville is handling the etery. advertising representative Byrd Cartrette of Cerro daughters, Ann B. Absher MARY BELLE HESTER arrangements. The family Mrs. Martin is survived and human resources director. and her husband, Scott, of Gordo, Dan and Cheryl CLARKTON -- Mary Belle will receive friends from by her daughter, Peggy M. He moved to Chattanooga in Pinehurst and Elizabeth B. Moore of Calabash, Ann Hester, 89, died Saturday, Nov. 6-8:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 28 Duncan and husband, E.C., 2009 to be near his sister and Bailey and her husband, Cooper of Williamsburg, 26, 2011 at Liberty HomeCare at the funeral home. of Whiteville; two broth- brother-in-law, Billie and Joe Jerry, of Burlington. She is Va. and Buster Durden of and Hospice in Whiteville. She is survived by one ers, Willard Simmons of Glasscock of Red Bank, Tenn. also survived by two grand- Tabor City. Final rites were held Sun- daughter, Ann Soles Rock- Mollie and David Sim- Funeral arrangements will daughters, Ashley Byrd Online guest register is day, Nov. 27 at Clarkton Pres- well and husband, Ron- mons of Norfolk, Va.; one be announced later by Lane Absher and Margaret Ann available at www.worthing- byterian Church with Rev. nie, of Evergreen; four grandson, Kyle Duncan Funeral Home, 601 Ashland “Maggie” Bailey. tonfuneralhome.com. Stuart Link officiating. Burial sons, Glenn Soles and wife, and wife, Wendi, of White- Terrace, Chattanooga. Memorials may be made followed in Clarkton Cemetery. Lisa A., Terry Soles, Ed- ville; one granddaughter, Condolences may be sent to to Brownson Memorial Bladen-Gaskins Funeral Home die Soles and wife, Kath- Emily Stocks and husband, PUELLA VIOLA www.lanefh.com. Presbyterian Church, of Elizabethtown handled the ryn, and Freddie Soles, all Anthony, of Nakina; six MCKENZIE CALDWELL 330 May Street, Southern MARCUS MAURICE arrangements. of Whiteville; one brother, great- grandchildren, Tay- JERSEY CITY, N.J. -- Puella Pines, N.C. 28387 or St. BALDWIN She is survived by three W.M. Hobbs and wife, Mari- lor Housand and husband, Viola McKenzie Caldwell, 81, Joseph of the Pines Fund EDGEWOOD, Md. -- Marcus sons, Joseph Leland Hester Jr., lyn, of Newport News, Va.; Addison, Zachary Stocks, formerly of Whiteville, died Development-Chapel Fund, Maurice Baldwin, 47, died Timothy Hester, Jeffrey Hes- one sister, Helen Hobbs of Kayla Inman, Victoria Dun- Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011 in Jer- 100 Waters Drive Southern Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2011 at Upper ter; one sister, Nell Haldeman; Chadbourn; 19 grandchil- can and Zachary Inman. sey City, NJ. Pines, N.C. 28387. Chesapeake Medical Center and two grandchildren. dren and 40 great-grand- Memorials may be made Arrangements will be an- children; a special pet, Gin- to Trinity Baptist Church, nounced by Peoples Funeral in Bel Air, Md. CARRIE MAE EPPS ger; a special friend, Ridge 201 S. Thompson St., White- Arrangements will be an- CAROL ADAMS BURNEY Home of Whiteville. GREENE Ward; a special friend like ville, N.C. 28472. nounced by Peoples Funeral ELIZABETHTOWN -- Carol CHADBOURN -- Carrie Mae a daughter, Diane Pratt Home of Whiteville. Adams Burney, 55, died Tues- Epps Greene, 69, died Wednes- Soles; and a caretaker, Cin- ODDES ANDREWS CHARLES M. WRIGHT day, Nov. 22, 2011 at Cape Fear day, Nov. 23, 2011 at Highland dy Cooke. COUNCIL -- Oddes An- LITTLE RIVER, S.C. -- ALTON MITCHELL Valley Medical Center in Fay- Acres Nursing in Lumberton. Online condolences may drews, 88, died Saturday, Nov. Charles M. Wright, 64, died CLARKTON -- Alton Mitch- etteville. She was the daughter of the be made at www.peacockfu- 26, 2011 at Duke University Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011. ell, 85, died Friday, Nov. 25, 2011 A memorial service was late Orrie and Anna Epps neralhome.net Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are at his residence. Chavis and the widow of Hen- held Saturday, Nov. 26 at Blad- Arrangements will be an- incomplete and will be an- Arrangements will be an- derson Monroe Greene. en-Gaskins Funeral Home. Rev. HONEY MAE HARDIE nounced by Peoples Funeral nounced by Inman Funeral nounced by Peoples Funeral Final rites were held Sat- Jason Williams officiated. CHADBOURN -- Honey Mae Home of Whiteville. Home of Tabor City. Home of Whiteville. urday, Nov. 26 at Cherokee She is survived by two Hardie, 92, died Saturday, Nov. Chapel Baptist Church with daughters, Wendy L. Everette 26 2011, at Columbus Regional Revs. Roger Strickland and and Tiffany Dowless; and three Healthcare. Young entrepreneurs can Shannon Spaulding officiat- sisters, Juanita Smith, Donna Arrangements will be an- ing. Interment followed in the Norris and Mary Norris. nounced by Peoples Funeral church cemetery. Worthington In lieu of flowers, memori- Home of Whiteville. als may be made to a charity of apply for NFIB scholarships Funeral Home of Chadbourn handled the arrangements. one’s choice. New Townsend TM The National Federation at www.NFIB.com/YEF until preneur Foundation. She is survived by six of Independent Business has Dec. 15. NFIB members may To qualify, a student must op- daughters, Mary Sue Bryant of Pleasant Hill MBC to host Christmas Ball begun accepting applications also visit the website to tax- erate his or her own business. the home, Cary Rose Greene of to hold appreciation The Education Ministry of for NFIB Young Entrepreneur deductible contributions to the Applicants also are required to Chadbourn, Tina Hammonds New Townsend Temple Min- Foundation scholarships. The program. write an essay describing their and Betty Hammonds, both of service Dec. 11 istries will host a Christmas scholarships, worth $1,000 to The NFIB Young Entrepre- entrepreneurial endeavors and $10,000, will be awarded to neur Awards program was goals. Standardized test scores, Lake Placid, Fla., Helen Guti- Pleasant Hill Missionary Ball Saturday, Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. graduating high school seniors established to raise awareness grade-point averages and class errez of Clewiston, Fla., Viv- Baptist Church will hold an The Theme is “This Christ- who operate their own busi- among the nation’s youth about rank will also be considered. ian R. Smith of Indianapolis, appreciation service for Do- mas.” nesses. the critical role that private NFIB members around the Ind.; five sons, Willard Bryant reen “Reen” Hall Dec. 11 at 3 Tickets are $30 each. Din- Since 2003, the NFIB Young enterprise and entrepreneur- country nominate applicants and Roy Bryant, both of Chad- p.m. ner will be catered by Fuller’s Entrepreneur Foundation has ship play in the building of for the Young Entrepreneur bourn, Terry Bryant of Buf- The church is located at 426 BBQ of Lumberton. awarded 2,095 scholarships America. Awards. An independent, out- falo, S.C., Jerry Bryant of St. Booker T. Washington Rd., The church is located at 273 valued at $2,382,000. The NFIB Young Entrepre- side committee selects a group Pauls, and Thomas Bryant of Clarkton. Smith Lane, Bolton. Last year, the foundation neur Award recipients will of qualified semi-finalists. Nashville, Tenn.; two brothers, For more information call received 4,500 applications attend the university, college, For further information, Pem Chavis of Fairmont and 874-3099 or 625-5299. Hubert Chavis of Tennessee; El-Bethel to hold and awarded 131 scholarships community college, or voca- contact NFIB/North Caro- 38 grandchildren and 18 great- appreciation service nationwide thanks to the fi- tional/technical institute of lina Member Support Man- grandchildren. nancial support from numer- their choice with $1,000 to ager Kristie Helmick at kristie. El-Bethel to hold An appreciation service ous small-business leaders, $10,000 in tuition assistance [email protected] or 919-833- will be held Sunday, Dec. 4 at corporate, and foundation from the NFIB Young Entre- 9480. Sandhill MBC joy night Dec. 2 El-Bethel Church, 415 West supporters. Walter St. at 3 p.m. church announcements Joy Night will be held North Carolina seniors Elder Robert D. Williams Sr. wishing to apply for a 2012 Sandhill Missionary Bap- Friday, Dec. 2 at El-Bethel is the pastor. tist Church will hold its Se- Church, 415 West Walter St. scholarship may apply online nior Citizen’s Day during at 7:30 p.m. The guest speaker their 11 a.m. morning worship will be Prophet Teressa Mc- service Dec. 11, its Christmas Clelland along with the St. program following the 11 a.m. Paul Holiness Church family. service Dec. 18 and a Watch Elder Robert D. Williams Sr. Night Service at 10:30 p.m. is the pastor. Waccamaw Academy Dec. 31 with a candlelight march. Christmas Bazaar The church is located at 16920 Twisted Hickory Rd., SHORT Saturday, December 3rd • 9:00-3:00 Bladenboro. Donald L. Thompson is the BROS. 6x6 Booth Space Available - $35 pastor. Call for Information RENT-A-CAR PREGNANT? $ 95 Breakfast with Santa!! 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Junior Sarah Moody is the 16-year-old daugh- Junior Madison Carroll, 16, is the daughter of Sophomore Tanner Daniels is the 15-year- Junior Cody Godwin, 16, is the son of Neal ter of Cherye and Wayne Moody. She is vice- Stuart and Judy Carroll. She is active with the old son of Terry and Gwen Daniels. He and Starr Godwin. Active with varsity football, president of the FBLA and a member of the school’s softball team and a member of HOSA. was a freshman class representative last he is in the top 10 percent of his class and National Honor Society, HOSA and the Spanish She maintains an A/B average in her classes year and plays junior varsity football and a regular on the Principal’s List. A member and Art clubs. She placed in the top 10 percent and is a member of the Fellowship of Christian baseball. A member of FFA, he is also on of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, he is at the State FBLA Leadership Conference for Athletes. She said the best thing about ECHS the Principal’s List. He said he likes the also on the bowling team. He said the best math. She said the best thing about WHS is its is the different personalities there. “Everyone sports program best at WCHS and the thing about SCHS is its teachers. “If I need variety of classes. “You can choose from many brings a different attitude and a way of life and improvement that the program has seen help with anything they do their best to help advanced courses as well as a variety of extra- it makes school interesting.” U.S. History has during the past year. English is his favorite me.” U.S. History is his favorite class. “I get curricular classes.” Her favorite class is AP Eng- been her favorite class this semester. “There is class. “I like the work ethic and the chal- to learn a lot about my country’s history.” He lish. “I love reading and analyzing different types never a dull moment during class. Mrs. Strick- of literature as well as expanding my knowledge lenges within the class.” He said the most said the most interesting thing about him is through various forms of writing.” She said the land is a wonderful teacher and she has a fun interesting thing about him is “I am a well- he is a hard worker. “I try to give 110 percent most interesting thing about her is her fascination and easy way of understanding things.” She rounded individual with a lot of athletic to anything that I do.” His favorite activity is with computer technology. Dance is her favorite said that she plans on going to SCC to earn ability. I strive to do my best at all I do on playing football. “It helps me get my mind activity. “It’s a great way for me to relax and enjoy a nursing degree. I then plan to transfer to a the feld and in the classroom.” He plans off the hustle of school and I’m with friends.” myself at the end of the day.” She plans to at- four-year university to earn my master’s de- to attend college and play some type of After high school, he plans to attend a four- tend UNC-Chapel Hill or Campbell University to gree. Then, I plan on getting a job and then go- sport on a college level. year school and become a physical therapist. pursue a career in either pharmacy or medicine. ing back to school to get my doctorate degree.”
Now with Columbus Students two Whiteville locations to serve you 1408 1110 North Of The Week S. Madison St. JK Powell Blvd. Second worst street to get attention Whiteville council cool on n C o u n c i l a p p r o v e s repairs,” he explained. for capital projects like water $ 11 5 , 0 0 0 B u r k h e a d Faison told the board that and sewer. An unexpected Street project. the council had originally ap- $500,000 savings due to energy utility line warranty program proved letting bids for the proj- cost reductions and the decom- ect in 2010, Two streets, Lennon missioning of a pond at the By JEFFERSON WEAVER By JEFFERSON WEAVER promotes and accepts sign-ups worth it? On top of that, I don’t and Little, were removed from wastewater treatment plant Staff Writer Staff Writer for the program in the spring feel right about the royalty the list due to the potential ap- can also be used for capital and implements it in time for payment.” The number two worst proval of a Community Devel- projects involving water and Despite a glowing report the beginning of each new fis- Mann suggested that the street in Whiteville is now a opment Block Grant. Burkhead sewer. from the National League of cal year in July. city could refuse the royalty number one priority. was dropped at the time due Councilman Howard Jones Cities, Whiteville City Council Troy explained that the payment, and apply that mon- The City Council Tuesday to major problems with water took issue briefly with Faulk’s members were not enthusias- program is entirely voluntary. ey to water and sewer repairs, approved a request from City and sewer lines, as well as old options in the manager’s re- tic about a utility line war- While the board was some- or to lower the price of the Manager Larry Faison and surfacing materials. port on the proposal. The first ranty program in use by other what receptive to the idea, service. Public Works Director Travis The Department of Trans- option, which was approved, municipalities. they wanted more informa- Councilman Jimmy Clari- Faulk to fund $115,223.40 in portation has been forced to de- calls for $115,223.40 for the total “We have people right now tion. Several also balked at da said he wanted more infor- infrastructure and paving lay repairs on a number of city project. Paving, with no sewer who say they can’t afford their the 10 percent royalty paid to mation before the city made a repairs to Burkhead between streets due to the presence of repair, would cost $23,000. De- water and sewer,” said Mayor the city by the warranty firm. final decision. MLK and Maxwell Street. concrete, old paving and other leting Burkhead Street, the Terry Mann. “I am not sure “I am not comfortable in “It sounds like a good pro- The section of Burkhead road building materials left report noted, would cost no we could ask them, even vol- these economic times with the gram,” he said, “but I think was in the number two slot on below the current roadways. money. untarily, to pay another fee.” city making extra money off we need more citizen input as the city’s 20 worst street list. The materials must be removed “Why did you put that in Councilman Harold Troy our customers,” said Robert well. How big of an issue is Paving was set for last year, before a stable roadbed can be there?” Jones asked. “You briefed the board on the pro- Leder. this with our residents? I could Faison explained, but it was established, or resurfacing will knew d--- well we had to do it.” gram offered through the The board also had ques- see that if a couple thousand deferred so the city could fund break down far sooner than “Just for information,” NLC Service Line Warranty tions about average costs for people signed up, it might be other projects. normal. Faulk said. “I wanted to make Program. The plan charges repairs, and concerns over a good thing, but is there a The city has funds available “Addressing the utilities sure council had all the infor- residential customers $10 per whether “those who need it minimum?” for the project totaling $120,000 along this street are a prereq- mation they needed.” month to provide an insurance most could least afford it,” Troy said that he felt the in utility funding and $23,000 in uisite to resurfacing,” Faison The measure was approved fund to repair water and sewer Councilman Tim Blackmon program could be a good thing, Powell Bill street funding. wrote in a memorandum to the unanimously on a motion by utility problems outside of the said. “but only if it is handled Faulk explained that the city board. “Otherwise the life of Councilman Jimmy Clarida city’s area of responsibility. “We have a lot of people properly. could just resurface the street the surface treatment will be and a second by Jones. Coverage for each customer struggling right now,” Black- “Far be it from us to dictate for $23,000, “but that wouldn’t significantly shortened.” is up to $4,000 per water line, mon said. the needs of the people of the solve the other problems. The city currently has Jefferson Weaver and $4,000 per sewer line. The Leder said he had several city,” he said. “We need some “We would have to tear it around $937,000 in the enter- 910-642-4104 ext. 227 program has no deductible. concerns, and wanted to know citizen input on this before it up again to make the sewer prise fund, which can be used [email protected] City Manager Larry Faison “why is there no firm that does becomes policy.” explained that if the city coun- this in North Carolina? The board will further dis- cil approved investigating the “How many other towns cuss the program at a later program, a meeting would be in North Carolina are doing date. this?” he said. “How big is the North Fryar scheduled after the first of the Jefferson Weaver need here—I know we have Continued from page 1-A year, when NLC representa- 910-642-4104 ext. 227 tives would be in the area to sewer problems, everyone [email protected] black-and-red Mackinaw wool jury, the prosecutor, and the bend over. detail the program. The firm has problems. But will this be from the early 20th century judge, as well as the specta- “Six inches! Twelve inches! to red cotton flannel, 1950s tors. Six!” cried the audience until Army-surplus khaki and mod- Campbell makes the most the judge ruled that the male- ern Mossy Oak camouflage. of his position of authority, factor should lose six inches Scraps from some visitors eliciting laughter from around of shirttail. When Campbell County approves regional whose marksmanship was the campfire at every oppor- complained about the edge on lacking are pinned by fading tunity. the hunting knife, others were photographs on the walls of As the bailiff twisted and offered for use by the court. the rustic dining room. turned, trying to read the “That’s a lousy excuse,” he mental health merger An antique rolling-block hand-written docket in the told one hunter, then added rifle and massive deer mounts firelight, Campbell grumbled dramatically, “At least you ad- By NICOLE CARTRETTE the newly formed LME with a mental health services provid- dominate the fireplace where that the court needed a new mit that the camp will be cold, Staff Writer population of more than 806,000 ed to thousands in Columbus volunteers broil small pieces bailiff, one who had better and the women and children by October 2012. County last year. of venison over the open fire, a glasses. will be hungry this winter Southeastern Regional Men- Medicaid Waiver implemen- Mental health utilization technique that hasn’t changed “But nobody else can read,” because you didn’t bring any tal Health will soon merge with tation is set for January, 2013 figures were separated into six since the club was founded in came a catcall from the audi- meat to the camp.” two other local management and will be a change in the way categories that ranged from the late 19th century. ence. Other hunters on trial had entities in the state in order to the state Medicaid program slightly more than $285,000 When the iron broilers are The first defendant said creative excuses and even comply with state mandated pays for mental health services. for substance abuse treatment removed from the flames there he had shot at “something attempted legal-esque argu- changes that some see as an- State lawmakers passed services for 324 patients to $7.46 are often hungry, eager hands brown,” but argued that it ments, but the more convinc- other reform of the state’s legislation this year calling for million for “other DD services” raised for a healthy serving might have been a coyote, ing the argument, the more mental health services. the new waiver process to help that benefited 582. Other cat- of the tender, steaming meat. “which is outside the court’s shirttail was removed. Columbus County commis- keep increasing costs down, egories included $3.48 million Announcements about the jurisdiction.” When the evening’s dock- sioners agreed via resolution they said. in community-supported ser- court are made as members “Ain’t nothing outside the et was completed, Campbell to the merger of Southeastern Opponents argue that it will vices, $3.49 million in enhanced and guests line up for din- court’s authority,” Campbell called on a member of the Regional Mental Health with result in less care for the state’s services, $154,597 in outpatient ner in the main cabin. Word said. “Do you know what club to explain why hunters Eastpointe Human Services mentally ill population under services, and $6.8 million in spreads pretty quickly when North State is about?” who miss are tried. Volunteers and the Beacon Center. a system that is compared to “other services.” The snapshot someone misses a shot at a “Yes sir,” the young man recite the story telling how The state Division of Medi- an HMO. can be viewed online at www. deer at North State, so the answered. “Hunting.” God passed over North State, cal Assistance mandated that The LME no longer will ncdhhs.gov/dma/countyre- prosecutor, Walter Campbell, “Hunting what?” Campbell but seriously considered it such local management entities refer patients to providers who ports/2011/ColumbusCounty. rarely has a problem coming snapped, moving closer. for a home for Adam and Eve would no longer qualify for bill a fee for services but get a pdf. up with a docket. “Hunting…deer?” the de- before He created the Garden Medicaid waivers unless they set amount of funds per client Campbell wears a head- fendant hesitantly said, smil- of Eden. served populations of at least that the agency must pool and Nicole Cartrette dress made from a full coyote ing and shaking his head. “This is a special place,” 70,000, effectively forcing merg- use to determine what it can 910-642-4104 ext. 225 skin, with the legs and tails “Then why, please tell the Campbell told the crowd, “and ers all across the state. pay for services of each client. [email protected] dangling down his back. He court, would you shoot at we are privileged to be here “We hardly had a choice in The change has been highly trades good-natured barbs something else during a deer and make use of it. Like Mr. the matter,” said County Com- criticized by some groups that and insults with the bailiff hunt?” Campbell roared. Council said when the club missioner James Prevatte who have lodged lawsuits claiming and judge before the court is “I really can’t say,” the was founded, it’s a place where serves on the Southeastern discrimination under federal convened around the massive hunter said, sheepishly. worries are left at the gate, Regional Mental Health board. disability laws. campfire near the bachelor “What is the verdict of the a place for having fun—and “In other words, if we don’t The North Carolina Medic- and bachelorette quarters court?” Campbell yelled, turn- hunting deer.” choose where we go (who we aid Paid Claims data compiled called, respectively, the Bull ing to the jury. Multiple cries merge with) they are going to by the state’s Division of Medi- Pen and the Heifer Pen. of “Guilty” rolled into the star- Jefferson Weaver choose for us,” he added. cal Assistance snapshot for In-home and on Location As the bailiff calls the dock- lit Carolina night as Campbell 910-642-4104 ext. 227 The merger means that 12 Columbus County shows that [email protected] 770.1834 et, he is usually accompanied drew a huge hunting knife counties will now be served by millions of dollars went into www.fullerroyalphoto.com by shouts and jibes from the and ordered the defendant to Editorials Te News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 Black Friday School Daze Blindsided is overhyped By JENNY BARNHILL Early sales reports from Black Friday Have you had an event in your life are apparently better than last year’s; that took you totally by surprise? An still, it’s disappointing to see what Black event that threw you to the ground, Friday has become. knocked the wind out of you and you never saw it coming? Black Friday is, of course, the day that A fellow teacher recently told kicks off the Christmas shopping season. me about something that hap- Retailers around the country open their pened with her son that completely doors early on the Friday morning after blindsided her. She gave me per- Thanksgiving, offering tantalizing deals mission to share her story hoping and discounts. that it may help someone else. Some stores have even pushed sales T h e o l d e s t back to Thursday. What a shame if of her three Thanksgiving Day were to become children is a 1 7 - ye a r- o l d known as “Black Thursday.” senior. One There were at least four scuffles, two night he came of which could be termed as fights, at home after the local curfew with- Walmart The point out calling (including There’s nothing wrong his mom to one fight let her know. reported over with bargain hunt- After a huge Barnhill towels), plus ing or a full day of argument, he stormed out of the house, leaving shootings at shopping, but Black his cell phone behind. other stores Friday, which unfor- His mom had observed him en- in Myrtle tunately is also begin- tering his pass code one day, so she Beach and When sheep dispute the issue ning to morph into decided to use it to check his phone. Fayetteville. By JEFFERSON WEAVER became a weapon in the hands of a the expectation that something That’s when her knees buckled and One woman Black Thursday, needs Staff Writer crying 7-year-old. would be done, and if necessary, she lost her breath. in Califor- to be reined in. My ears were red and hurt- to fight back. I knew one fellow His phone was connected to his nia sent 20 I was a chubby kid, tall for my ing when they crept into the seat whose mom switched him for let- Facebook page, and she read his people to the hospital when she pepper age, and my ears stuck out. behind me, pushing aside the girl ting a bully chase him home. When personal messages from his friends. The messages included multiple sprayed the crowd that got too close to That made me a target for the who would be the love of my fifth- he finally turned on the bully, his threads about smoking marijuana, merchandise she had her eye on. bully on the school bus. grade life. mom praised him—and switched The fellow’s name doesn’t mat- even showing videos of how to roll In many impoverished countries “Hey, Ears,” Billy said, laugh- the bully all the way home, too. ter now, and last I heard, he had ing. “Look at the ears!”, and I But now we teach our children the perfect joint and creative ways around the world, one would expect there grown into a responsible man, and snapped. that all violence is bad, unless it is to smoke. Apparently, her son had to be fights over food distributions, but somewhat of a pillar of the com- I do not government-sanctioned, on video spent most of the summer get- when fisticuffs break out over 55-inch munity. One of his closest cohorts c o n d o n e or on televison. Things that used ting high on marijuana. She was televisions, there needs to be a serious went to prison—is still there—but a s e n s e l e s s to be handled by parents, teachers shocked, disappointed, and angry. reassessment of priorities. lot of stuff can happen in 40 years. v i o l e n c e , or a trip to the principal’s office, Now, understand this is a woman The irony of all this can be seen in Talking with parents, teachers, and I am not now require action by the General who is very involved in the lives of her kids and she is certainly the lead story on today’s front page that school administrators, law officers, suggesting Assembly, forms, and apparently, not naïve about teen behavior. Yet, notes the large increase in food stamp and kids over the past few weeks, that anyone a myriad of questions designed to my mind has repeatedly drifted this totally blindsided her. Her son applications across the state. Unemploy- e m u l a t e make sure the aggressor’s rights back to the days on the school bus what I did are not violated. makes good grades; he’s never been ment is nearly 13 percent here and the when Billy (that’s a safe alias) that after- Meanwhile, children are com- in any type of trouble before, plays county’s poverty rate is nearly 25 per- would thump my ears. He was older noon. Let’s mitting suicide because of bullies. on the school basketball team, and is hoping to play in college. He has cent. So why such craziness on Black than me by several years, and only g e t t h a t Weaver There is no easy answer; my Friday? a tad bit bigger, but he was older straight. friends with Stop Bullying Now, been raised in church, and he knows For one, the Black Friday shopping ex- and I felt little. His greatest joy As Billy reached for my ears, I Wanda Malpass Ward and Jeanne right from wrong. So how did this perience has been overhyped, and getting on an afternoon bus ride was to grasped my lunchbox in one hand Rhein, know firsthand what it’s happen? He spent most of the summer the best bargain has become a competi- thump ears. and swung backward. Hard. like to be bullied. They have gone with his best friend since childhood, tion, if not bloodsport. Threats from the bus driver The bus driver later said it was through the heartbreak of seeing and the assistant principal, calls Tyler. Tyler’s parents are going There’s no good way to regulate it the first time a second-grader made their children bullied—with little between parents, and stoutly ap- a fifth-grader cry like a nursery recourse. through a divorce, and apparently except by those who participate – namely plied switches did no good. Most school student. I still feel the problem starts Tyler was at home unsupervised the stores and their customers. of the adults were doing their part I bloodied, if not broke, Billy’s when parents don’t take their kids (with her son) many summer nights. We commend companies like Chick-fil- but the bullies didn’t want to listen. nose, and as he went backward, I to church; the problem is exacer- (Clue #1). The mother kept trying to A, which puts aside profit and stands by No one encouraged me to fight, stood and started swinging at his bated when parents don’t provide get the boys to spend evenings at her its commitment to close on Sundays. but they did encourage me to avoid partner. The partner backed off, a good example, much less a Godly house, but they never wanted to. She While we see no harm in people enjoy- the bully. Mother told me to tell the the other kids raised a hullabaloo, example, for their children. Then thought it was a little unusual, but didn’t press the matter. Now, looking ing a heavy day of shopping, folks need bus driver; when I did, I was picked and the bus driver stopped. A calm, we add entertainment that my back, she should have checked into to put away their firearms and Mace and on worse for being a tattletale. Papa responsible senior was assigned to parents would never have allowed always taught me I would never be it further. remember the reasons why we celebrate babysit me to the bus stop, where in the house, had we even had such punished as long as the fight was Brother Mike was waiting. The devices. We allow children to be The only other thing that was Thanksgiving and Christmas, none of truly justified (self-defense was the bus driver briefed Mike, then went desensitized by letting them blast slightly out of the ordinary was the which involve fighting over big-screen only justifiable reason, although into Mr. Bobby’s service station away with high-definition weapons fact that her son had started listen- televisions or computer games. helping a friend who was being and called Billy’s mom. Mr. Bobby at one-dimensional enemies, or ing to music that was more “hard trounced was arguable). used about three bucks worth of we grant them unfettered access core” (Clue #2). Again, she noticed Finally, one day, I had just plain Hav-a-Hank handkerchiefs and a to the Internet, which scares and it, but didn’t think it was significant. had it. double-fistful of paper towels on confuses me at age 46. Their story has a happy ending. We went to a private school, and the bloody nose. When we allow electronic nan- After many discussions, her son Quotes of had a bus ride that makes today’s Mother and Papa had a long talk nies to form our children’s habits, realizes how his behavior was risk- ridiculously bureaucratic public with me that night (after a long there will be more bullies. ing everything positive that he has school rides look tame. That gave phone call with Billy’s mom) but The kids who are the targets going for him. In the beginning he Billy and his buddy ample time to they didn’t punish me. The princi- find themselves as sheep in a pack didn’t understand why it was such torment the little kids. pal at school questioned me closely, of wolves. I love children, but they a big deal. He had succumbed to the the week As I noted earlier, I was a big too, then sent me to class with a can be mean, without intending popular theory that smoking mari- “What you are proposing is a Band- little kid. I ate like a horse, and warning to be more persistent to. It’s part of the growing and juana was socially acceptable. The Aid on a gunshot. We went in the hole Mother did not believe in allow- with the bus driver. Billy got the learning process, unfortunately, media and especially some music $500,000, now add $200-plus thousand ing her children the chance to be equivalent of in-school suspension extending back to Adam and Eve’s genres actually promote it. – that’s over $750,000 in two years. This hungry. When it came time to buy and had his rump warmed by the young’uns. Human beings are still So what is my teacher friend do- is a temporary fix. We need to find a a lunchbox, I told Mother I didn’t principal’s paddle. humans—and it is human nature to ing differently to try and keep this permanent fix.” want one of the cool theme boxes. I cannot say Billy never bullied target that which is different in any from happening again? She sits – County Commissioner James Prevatte, I wanted one like my heroes car- anyone again, but he didn’t bully way. We have to learn to be tolerant. down with her kids at random times who voted against a measure that would ried—my heroes being Papa and me anymore; sadly, we can’t always You can’t force anyone to be a and asks them to show her their have put furloughs, pay cuts and other Brother Mike. say that about bullies. good parent, but by cracky, you can cell phone messages and Facebook measures in place to reduce the Department Hence, I had a big, black work- I fully understand why we can’t force them to be a “legal” parent. If pages. If they refuse, they lose their of Aging’s growing shortfall to $112,000 this ing man’s lunch box, the kind have youngsters bashing each our legislature ever decides to do phone. She knows that you can buy year. The board will meet again tonight to shaped like a barn. There was room other with lunchboxes over slights, something with the toothless silli- drug tests from Target, and she hear from nursing aides and talk more about for a Thermos bottle, a sandwich real or imagined, but I do believe ness that the state’s anti-bullying knows that marijuana stays in your system for 30 days. (She is a biology remedies for the Department of Aging. (or two), an apple, and dessert. It our society has allowed things to law, I hope they look at serious fines was a portable cafeteria for a little swing too far. You see, most folks and penalties for parents of young- teacher). She has told her son that she has the right to make him take “The problem is that some children, kid with a big appetite. my age were taught to stand up to sters who carry teasing too far. If a drug test at any time. She told Ty- if they are told over and over again And on a particularly cold day, it a bully, to report ill behavior with Continued on next page ler’s parents about what had been Thumbs down that they are worthless, they’ll come to going on, and her son isn’t allowed believe it. You tell a grownup that for to go to their house anymore. If her long enough, they will begin to believe son wants Tyler to come to their it. It’s worse with children. That’s not A Tanksgiving gif house, she will make him take a free speech when you do that—that’s drug test. (I’m telling you, this is a bullying.” BY RAY LUNDY He told me his name, and then the way out he hugged and thanked no-nonsense woman!) – Master Sgt. Dwayne Barnes, who is NR Writers Group it all came rushing back, a terrible, me again. “God bless you always, Her advice to parents of teens is in charge of school resource officers for the cold winter night so many years Dr. Lundy,” and he was gone. Both to be diligent. As much as you want sheriff’s office. Call it fate. Call it divine provi- ago. “Do you remember? Our of us had tears in our eyes. to respect their privacy, sometimes, dence. I call it an early Thanksgiv- house burned, and we lost every- That night, I made my way to my you just have to snoop around, espe- “Everyone in this room knows the ing gift that warmed my heart. thing we had. motel room. I was exhausted, and I cially if you think something may be “All of us had our coats on, but kicked off my shoes and sat on the purpose that everyone has for voter ID Recently, I spoke at a church where wrong. “Listen to your instincts,” in the hurry to get away from the bed leaning against the headboard, laws. If something is not broken, why I was the minister more than 30 she advises. “Check under their mat- fire, my dad had no coat. You took still in my suit and tie. fix it?” years ago. Old memories flooded tress, look through their underwear my mind. off your warm coat and gave it to In seconds I was asleep, but in drawer, inspect their car, read their – Gene McNeil, who spoke against a my dad. O dear God, I will never my deep slumber, I could still see proposed measure that Gaston County com- As I was greeted by many well- messages and Facebook pages.” She wishers, I noticed a 40-something forget what you did that night. Donnie and hear his voice: “O dear admits that it sounds terrible to missioners are asking other county commis- You stood with us in the cold, and God, I will never forget what you sions to support. Gaston commissioners are man who waited until the others do these things. “But if I had done were gone. I never got to thank you. did that night.” I shall never see requesting that other counties call on legisla- those things,” she said, “maybe I He smiled broadly, and instead “Now, I am thanking you for my him again this side of heaven, but wouldn’t have been blindsided.” tors to introduce a local bill to push for voter of shaking my hand, he gave me dad and all of us. As long as I live, he gave me an early Thanksgiving Barnhill lives in Williams Town- identification requirements in the state. Gov. a big bear hug. “Doc, I know you I will always remember you and gift. ship and is married with two sons. Perdue vetoed a similar measure passed in don’t remember me. The last time what you did. I don’t go to church God always rewards good deeds, She is a National Board Certified the General Assembly. The Columbus County you saw me I was a little boy, but I here, but when I heard you were in one way or another, in this life or teacher at North Myrtle Beach commissioners voted against the Gaston will always remember something speaking, I had to come.” the next, and a precious few come High and is the owner of ASPIRE request. you did back then.” He listened to me preach, and on back to thank us. Tutoring Center in Tabor City. The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 15-A When sheep Continued from previous page Farm Bureau calls for they can slap a parent with a criminal summons for keeping immigration dialogue a kid out of school, they should be able to punish parents who By LARRY WOOTEN President allow their children to terror- North Carolina’s farmers ize others. North Carolina Farm Bureau Every time a kid grows up need fair, common-sense to be a wolf, all of society is There are always two sides reform that creates a level to every issue, and when it at risk, and every time a child playing field that will grows up to be a sheep, all of comes to immigration reform, society misses out on what there has been plenty of rheto- provide a steady supply that child potentially could ric for public discourse. But of guest workers to help the issue remains a constant have done. us harvest our crops and What we need is not more sore spot for the state’s agri- children who are aggressive, business community. generate cash revenues to but rather more parents who There has yet to be any fuel the state’s economy. are willing to be mommies and meaningful reform. The fed- eral government is cracking daddies, who will teach their culture. Because of a diverse down on immigration enforce- kids right and wrong, get them agribusiness economy, North ment and a number of states in church, set a good example, Carolina’s farmers need new have enacted tough measures and nurture good citizens. options so they can comply that are threatening their eco- Barring that—we need more with the law and still have a nomic future. parents like Autumn Witchen, sufficient labor pool to harvest Immigration is a complex who unashamedly instructed their crops. issue, no doubt, that’s why her daughter to fight back with The past few years have North Carolina Farm Bureau a furor if she has no alterna- Big spread been tough for everyone, mak- believes it is time for a reason- tive. Bullies are like wolves ing it paramount that we have able dialogue about how we preying on a flock of sheep— Bobby Joe Long of Nakina proudly shows off his big Thanksgiving collard. Some of a public policy discussion on proceed. but sometimes, the sheep are the collard heads in his garden measure fve feet across. immigration reform and that Immigration reform and willing to dispute the issue. we begin to fix the system enforcement has a direct eco- And they might not even because our farmers and our nomic impact on the state’s $69 need a big black lunchbox. economy can’t afford to wait DREAM Center grant furthers fnancial literacy billion agribusiness economy any longer. There is real mon- from the seafood industry on ey on the table with crops that Carol Caldwell, the direc- “We see a lot of people who money and budget is not a the coast, to tobacco and sweet McIntyre joins need a labor force to harvest tor of the DREAM Center have credit issues,” Caldwell mysterious concept –it can potatoes in the east to apple them. If the farmer can’t har- support of in Whiteville, knows all too said. “Part of it is helping be for a lot of adults, too,” and Christmas tree farms in vest his crop, then it is costing well that good money man- folks do what they can to clean Caldwell said. western North Carolina. our entire economy money it balanced budget agement and credit building up their credit. We help them The DREAM Center is one Recent reforms highlighted can’t afford to lose right now. are learned skills. Thanks to establish a budget, adhere to of 20 community development in The Wall Street Journal Congressman Mike Mc- North Carolina Farm Bu- a $51,000 N.C. Rural Center it and put them on the right corporations across the state showcase labor shortages in Intyre has joined Congressmen reau believes that it is critical grant, the non-profit, among path.” approved for a total of $936,000 Georgia as a direct result of Bob Goodlatte (R-VA) and Peter that agriculture have a stable, other programs, will continue Caldwell is pleased with the in this most recent grant cycle. the current Immigration and DeFazio (D-OR) in announc- workable program which al- to offer financial literacy edu- program’s success. The grants provide financial Customs Enforcement crack- ing significant support from lows guest workers to apply for cation and home buyer classes. Several participants are assistance to minority CDCs down and the state’s newly both sides of the aisle for H.J. work, come here, work and live “The rural center funds actively involved with a sav- for the purpose of improving enacted e-verify law. Accord- Resolution 2 a balanced budget under reasonable conditions help us to do homebuyer and ings program that focuses on the quality of life for low- ing to a study conducted by the amendment to the Constitu- and fair housing standards, financial literacy training, as building up a down payment income communities, accord- University of Georgia Center tion, which will be considered then go home. well as small business type for a home. Some in past years ing to the Rural Center. The for Agribusiness and Eco- by the full House of Represen- North Carolina’s farmers programs,” Caldwell said. have purchased homes. program is funded by the N.C. nomic Development, the ICE tatives. need fair, common-sense re- “It’s basically about teach- Others have benefited by General Assembly. crackdown affects of new state McIntyre and Reps. Good- form that creates a level play- ing the community how to learning how to effectively pay Caldwell said for more in- laws has cost the state’s agri- latte and DeFazio were joined ing field that will provide a handle their money. It can be down debt in order to purchase formation about the DREAM culture nearly $391 million. by Reps. Trent Franks (R-AZ), steady supply of guest workers mysterious and that is where a car. Center’s homebuyer program, These are real jobs impacting Mike Conaway (R-TX), Jim to help us harvest our crops the financial literacy piece “Another thing that we also or for those who have not real farmers who can’t harvest Cooper (D-TN), Mike Coffman and generate cash revenues to comes in.” do is try to start with younger owned a home in three years, their crops because they don’t (R-CO), Jim Costa (D-CA), fuel the state’s economy. Caldwell said that such pro- populations by teaching them can contact her or Amber Bel- have a sufficient labor pool. Allen West (R-FL), and Jason Let’s be clear, that doesn’t grams are extremely popular. while they are young so that lamy at 642-0633. There are options for North Altmire (D-PA) in releasing the mean that the Farm Bureau is Carolina’s farmers. You can following statement: promoting an amnesty policy, participate in the government “A few weeks ago, the total nor are we advocating policies sanctioned H-2A program, try U.S. debt exceeded the nation’s that attempt to exploit a cheap and secure domestic workers gross domestic product (GDP) labor market. We believe we or you can take a chance and for the first time since World must have a fair, balanced hire an immigrant workforce War II. The average amount and reasonable approach to with questionable documents. each citizen owes on the debt immigration enforcement Recent news reports on the is now greater than his or her and immigration reform in H-2A program illustrated that average salary. It is time for North Carolina and the United many farmers are being ha- Congress to take action before States. rassed by non-governmental this crisis spirals completely While we are willing to organizations for participat- out of control. discuss and debate all sides of ing in the guest worker pro- “This week the House will the immigration issue, includ- gram. consider a bipartisan balanced ing protecting our borders, The H-2A program was de- budget amendment. H.J. Res. we must confront economic signed to favor domestic work- 2 is the same legislation that realities and tell the story. ers over foreign guest workers. passed the House with bipar- North Carolina Farm Bureau Using this program is costly tisan support in 1995 and fell believes it is time to start for farmers and compliance a only one vote short in the standing up for our state’s paperwork nightmare. Senate. It is the only balanced farmers and agribusiness As a domestic worker pro- budget proposal to have the economy. If not, agriculture tection program, the H-2A support of a majority of the and all the allied businesses program works for certain members of the House of Rep- will suffer. We must have seri- crops but accounts for only resentatives. The amendment ous dialogue and reasonable 10 percent of the agricultural forces Congress to live within public policy that addresses labor force in the state. The its means by ensuring that the number two domestic issue H-2A program was never in- total federal spending does not facing our nation today. exceed total revenues. tended to work for all of agri- “A strong majority of Amer - icans support a balanced bud- get amendment to the Constitu- tion. After all, they know what Busy day it means to live by a budget Rhonda DeWitt, owner of Our Place Restaurant in Whiteville, said the recent Families Book Your and they rightfully expect the First fundraising plate sale was one of the busiest days in the restaurant. All proceeds federal government to do the from the turkey dinner went to the domestic violence shelter and programs through same. Christmas Party Now! “For the House of Represen- Families First. “This is really a great cause, and it was great to see everybody turn tatives to pass this important out,” DeWitt said. Volunteers from the shelter —including director Vicki Pait —waited Whiteville Country Club legislation one thing is certain tables and delivered plates to supporters. The restaurant was standing room only for -- it must be bipartisan. We are a while as patrons lined up for a good lunch to help a good cause. committed to working with our 642-3623 or 207-6410 colleagues on both sides of the aisle to build even more sup- — GOLF LESSONS AVAILABLE — port for H.J.Res. 2. We know this legislation represents the best chance of ensuring that our children will face a much brighter fiscal picture.” A Constitutional amend- ment must pass with the sup- port of two-thirds of both the House and the Senate before it goes to the states for ratifica- tion. Three quarters of the states must ratify the amend- ment before it becomes part of the U.S. Constitution.
McIntyre bill to aid beginning farmers
U. S. Representative Mike McIntyre of Lumberton re- cently signed on to a U.S. House Gift to Families First bill to smooth the way for a beginning farmer to get into Members of Columbus County Youth and Families Association (CCYFA) make a do- the business. nation to Columbus County Families First in support of their efforts to help domestic The new bill will be includ- violence victims and to encourage continued educational training in the schools. Left ed in the upcoming farm bill to right, front, are Selena Rowell, CCYFA chair; Vickie Pait, Families First director that features federal programs receiving check from Frances Burge, CCYFA treasurer; Celia and Larry Dew, Harvest supporting economic opportu- nities for beginning farmers Table; back row: Johnny Edge, Jessica Purifoy, Families First intern; Kelly Cribb, Kim Lee Lee’s Boutique and ranchers, addressing bar- Smith, Beth Brown, Meleah Collier, CCYFA secretary; Bonnie Lee and Greta Heye, 269 West Oliver Street, riers such as limited access to Festival of Trees co-chair. 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Staff photos by Fuller Royal Yuletide mayhem By 11 p.m. Thanksgiving night, the Black Friday sale at Walmart was well under way. The main lot was packed with customers parking as far away as Burger King. A constant fow of shoppers made its way into the store, as shopping carts full of trampolines, battery-powered cars, Barbies, bikes and crock pots were pushed into crowded loading zones and busy crosswalks. See story on page 1-A. Coin Collectors Association will host Whiteville event Currently on a global tour, everywhere are scrambling to hundreds of events each year the International Coin Collec- cash in. We buy a lot of class where local residents are en- tors Association (ICCA) will rings, mismatched earrings couraged to bring in their be in Whiteville at the Quality and broken necklaces. Just a precious metals, old coins and Inn at 1415 J.K. Powell Blvd. small handful of gold can add paper money to earn extra on Tuesday and Wednesday, up to hundreds of dollars very cash. Nov. 29-30, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. quickly. While meeting one-on-one The ICCA will be purchasing “Old coins are also very with each guest, the ICCA spe- coins, paper currency, gold and valuable,” he said. “An ultra- cialists review, research and silver on behalf of their global rare 1894 S Barber dime sold evaluate the items and will network of collectors, dealers for a whopping $1.9 million in make an offer to purchase all and refineries. 2007. We recently paid $120,000 gold coins, silver coins made The event is free and open for a coin collection in North before 1965 and paper money to the public. Carolina and even $300 for printed prior to 1934. “We hope to spend at least a single penny in Georgia. I The amount of the offer 130 Memory Plaza, Whiteville $250,000 while we are in town, encourage everyone to clean depends on the silver or gold purchasing people’s old coin out their drawers, lock boxes, content, the collectability, the 910-640-2684 collections, vintage bank notes jewelry boxes and bring their rarity and the condition of the and scrap gold and silver,” said items to our show for a free items. If the guest decides to ICCA spokesman Mark Coo- evaluation and perhaps walk accept the offer made, a check per. “It’s been all over the news out a little richer.” will be issued on the spot. – gold and silver are trading Traveling from small towns For more information or at record highs – and people to large cities, the ICCA hosts directions, call 217-787-7767. 2B - The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 Sell it, find it...in the Classifieds NOTICES 180 Farm Supplies AUTOMOTIVE 435 Water Front Homes 010 Found 190 Farm Equipment 320 Cars 440 Commercial 020 Lost 200 Computers/Software 330 Trucks 460 Lots 030 Personals 210 Heaters & Firewood 335 Vans & SUVs 470 Land 060 Special Notices 230 Miscellaneous 340 Vehicle Accessories 480 Farms WANTED 240 Produce 350 Travel Trailers 490 Auctions 360 Motorcycles 070 Wanted To Buy EMPLOYMENT RENTALS 365 ATVs SELLIn theYOUR classifeds... HOME 080 Wanted To Rent 250 General Employment 500 Houses SALE ITEMS 255 Drivers & Delivery MARINE 510 Resort Homes 370 Boats 085 Auctions 260 Health/Medical 520 Apartments 375 Jet Skis 090 Lawn Mowers 270 Employment Wanted 530 Manufactured Housing $ 95 100 Pets & Animals 380 Trailers 540 Condominiums 110 Appliances SERVICES 390 Motors 550 Rooms 120 Antiques 275 Financial Services 400 Accessories 570 Commercial Your ad runs29 3 times (twice in the News Reporter, and SAMPLE 130 Yard & Garage Sales 280 Child Care REAL ESTATE 580 Land once in the News Times) and reaches practically all the 140 Clothing 290 Business Opportunities 590 Equipment households in Columbus County. It’s working for others; 2000 Redman Silverlake double- 295 Schools/Institutions SALES 150 Furniture 410 Permanent Homes 600 Farms why not give it a try? wide. 1680 sq. ft. Wind Zone 2. To 160 Musical Items 300 Insurance 420 Manufactured Housing 610 Manufactured be moved. $30,000.00 or best offer. 170 Televisions, Satellites 310 Business Services 430 Resort Homes Housing Lots Serious inquiries 910-840-4107. 315 Farm Services Call 642-4104 Te News Reporter www.whiteville.com CLASSIFIEDS Simple To Pay! Don’t Wait To Call... CORRECTIONS " Persons should check their adver- All major credit cards accepted Monday tisement for accuracy the frst time it as well as Visa debit cards. appears in the newspaper so that any " Deadline: Friday, 2 pm necessary changes can be made. The 642-4104 newspaper will not be liable for mis- " #!!!! Thursday takes in an ad beyond the frst issue. Deadline: Wednesday, 10 am If a mistake is found, please notify ! WANDA or HANNE at 642-4104.
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060 Special Notices Call Wanda or Hanne to place a clas- COLLARD, JUST RIGHT TURNIPS, Equipment you’ll be proud to drive! NEED CERAMIC TILE installed or sified ad. 642-4104 ext. 221, or 237. mustard & sweet potatoes. Call (888) 247-4037 repaired before the holidays? Call 100 Pets & Animals 642-2597. Tony at 910-445-1022. a SWEET POTATOES. Ready now. DELIVERY DRIVER NEED YOUR HOUSE CLEANED? GOLF LESSONS AVAILABLE Coastal Bermuda hay, round & Delivery Driver position available for Call Linda 640-6421. individual/group. Call for details. ADBA REGISTERED pit terriers, 6 square bales. Call 910-770-1950. Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays. Great Christmas present. weeks, blues $250, black and white COASTAL HAY FOR SALE for hors- Minimum requirements: High School THERE’S A NEW HAIR STYLIST in 207-6410 or 642-3623 $200, males and females. Call 910- es and cows. Call 499-3506 Diploma required, Valid NC Driver’s town with Heritage Hair. Call Telana 654-5140 License, Clean Driving Record, & at 910-770-8432. DEER CORN ON THE EAR $8 per Clean Criminal Background. For con- BLACK LAB AKC registered bag. Call 910-840-6627. sideration, mail resume to: P.O. Box pups 7 weeks old $350.00. 339 Whiteville, NC 28472. EEOC/ Phone 910-641-1891. Shots ADA. and wormed, 5 male, 3 females. Sire & dam (parents) on FULL OR PART-TIME commissioned premises. Excellent hunting 1997 AMADA SIX ROW peanut com- only, sales openings available selling bloodline, great temperament. bine. Call 910-625-8144 radio advertising in Columbus Co. and surrounding area. Send resume GO PHARMACY, INC. is currently 1998 GRAND AM PONTIAC. 5 !BUYING JUNK CARS, trucks, vans speed, 2.4 cylinder. $1,500. Call 640- & tractors. Any condition. Paying top 230 Miscellaneous to [email protected] EOE recruiting for the following positions for our Lake Waccamaw location: 0050. dollar. Will meet or beat any price. Southeastern Community College (910) 770-3131. Part-Time Pharmacist (this position 2000 CADILLAC ELDORADO, white A APPROX $10,000 in HO gauge model is seeking to hire the will be transitioning to Full Time in LAKE WACCAMAW trains and accessories. Serious inqui- following positions. diamond leather “never smoked in”. *CATALYTIC CONVERTERS approximately 90 days) One owner, all records. $5,995 firm. MULTI - FAMILY SALE! ries only - no cherry picking. A list is Pharmacy Claims Adjudicator/Biller We also buy insulated wire, cop- 648-4765 Sale to include antique furniture available on request. Call 910-653- New Student Academic Advisor Please email your resume and salary per, brass, aluminum rims, radia- (Temporary Position) and collectibles, quality clothing, 9216 for more information. requirements to [email protected] 2009 MERCURY MILAN Premier tors, batteries. Call 910-642-3560 appliances, holiday decorations Signed Languages DOWN SIZING SALE - 25” color TV, GO Pharmacy, Inc. is an Equal 4dr, 24k, heated leather, moonroof. and much more. Saturday, Dec. 3 Interpreter/Assistant to CD changer, misc. items. Call 910- Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V $18,900. Fair Bluff Ford 649-7531 from 7 a.m. until noon, 121 VP Curriculum Instruction CORBETT TIMBER COMPANY 207-4177 or 910-445-7741. Buyers of land and timber. We buy Weaver Drive. From Dale’s RN/MSW: Community Care of the 2010 FORD FUSION, 4dr, sedan pine saw timber, hardwood saw tim- Seafood, follow Canal Cove Road NEW LOCATION Ray’s Used Fur- Minimum requirements, position Lower Cape Fear in search of RN auto, 30k. $19,900. Fair Bluff Ford. ber, and pulpwood - 5 acres or great- to first street on right, Weaver niture, Hwy 130 past Brunswick description and required applica- with behavioral health and/or addic- 910-649-7531 Drive. Sale is at end of cul-de-sac. tion for this position can be found on tion medicine experience or MSW er. Call days 642-2909. Electric, Living, dining & bedrooms, 2010 FORD MUSTANG GT, 2 door, Rain or shine. tables, chairs, curios, etc 840-5356 the SCC website at www.sccnc.edu with a strong background in medical or call 910-642-7141, ext 310. SCC social work, and/or addiction medi- 5 speed manual. 16k, $24,900. Fair I BUY JUNK CARS - scrap metal. I Bluff Ford. 910-649-7531 pay $170-$600. 100% guaranteed. WEIDER PRO 4950 work out weight application, resume, letter of interest cine experience that enjoys work- YARD SALE SAT 12/03 100 Floyd and educational transcripts must be Open 7 days a week. 910-385-8585 bench. $250. Call 654-3062, 625- ing with the adult Medicaid/Medi- 2010 MERCURY MILAN Premier 4 Street, Tabor City, NC. Furniture, Chil- submitted in order to be considered 8682. care population, making home vis- door, 34k, SYNC, alloys. $19,900. Fair dren’s Clothing, Dishes, etc.... for this position. Application deadline TIMBER - WANTED TIMBER. Large its after hospital discharge to ensure Bluff Ford 649-7531 or small tracts. Please call 910-520- is listed on the position announce- that patients are knowledgeable of 4728 day or night. ment. AA/EOE meds, have follow-up appointments and access to services, and teach- BROCCOLI, CABBAGE, collards, ing disease self-management skills. 080 Wanted to Rent BED 2 PC, BRAND NEW. Full mat- rutabaga, mustard, purple turnips just Email resume, cover letter, and salary tress sets $99. Queen $109. King 2008 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 LT, 4 right turnips,shelled pecans. Fowler requirements to [email protected]. door, 148k, $19,900. Fair Bluff Ford $189. Can deliver. Call 910-794-4111. Farms Fresh Produce, 669 Wright Bladen/Columbus County area. No WANT TO RENT FARM LAND for Dealer. 649-7531 2012 crop year. Call 910-840-4897 or Rd., Tabor City. 653-5795. DRIVERS: Start up to $.41/mi. weekends. Benefits package avail- 910-918-2775 Home Weekly or Bi-Weekly. able. EEO M/F/D/ 2010 FORD F-150 XLT, crew cab, 4 CDL-A 6 mos. OTR exp. req. door, 19k $27,900. Fair Bluff Ford. 910-649-7531 CLOSE-OUT PUBLIC HEARING 2010 FORD RANGER XLT, 2WD x NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CARETAKER/SITTER want to work cab, 4dr, 4k, $18,500. Fair Bluff Ford TOWN OF TABOR CITY flex hours. References upon request, 910-649-7531 TOWN OF TABOR CITY dependable. 910-317-6105 or 407- FOR 864-5367 2008 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR BLOCK GRANT ADDITIONAL FUNDING SERVICES 2005 FORD ESCAPE XLT, 4dr, V6 2011 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT auto, alloys, new tires, 71k, $9,900. Notice is hereby given that the Tabor City Board BLOCK GRANT FUNDING Fair Bluff Ford, 910-649-7531 of Councilmen will conduct a public hearing on 280 Child/Elderly Care 2007 NISSAN QUEST. $11,900.00. Notice is hereby given that the Tabor City Board Loaded with DVD system and 65,000 December 13, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the District miles. call 770-2560 Courthouse. The purpose of the public hearing of Councilmen will conduct a public hearing on WE PROVIDE: WORKERS for In Home Care and CAP programs. 2010 CHEVROLET HHR LS, auto, is to receive views and opinions from the citizens December 13, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the District Switch to the team who cares. Con- 4dr, flexible fuel. 41k, $13,500. Fair tact Donna, RN, 840-3450 or 640- Bluff Ford. 910-649-7531 of Tabor City with regard to close-out of the 2008 Courthouse. The purpose of the public hearing 1737 at New Directions G.C.M. We Community Development Additional Funding value our clients and workers! 2010 FORD ECONOLINE 350 SD, is to receive views and opinions from the citizens 3dr van, 38k. 15 passenger $22,900. Program. All citizens, particularly low-and-mod- of Tabor City with regard to community develop- Fair Bluff Ford Mercury 649-7531 erate income persons, minority persons, handi- ment and housing needs. All citizens, particularly 2010 FORD EDGE, auto 3.5L V6, 4 cap persons, and persons living in blighted areas Door SUV, 29k. $24,800. Fair Bluff low-and-moderate income persons, minority *** Dee Watts Backhoe Ford 910-649-7531 are requested and encouraged to attend and pres- Service **** persons, handicap persons, and persons living in Insured, tree removal, split firewood, ent comments and suggestions. bucket truck, top soil, fill dirt, marl for blighted areas are requested and encouraged to driveway, land clearing. Also mow- Formal written views concerning the Community attend and present comments and suggestions. ing & yard work. 640-2463 or mobile 2005 JAYCO TRAVEL Trailer, 16 1/2 Development Block Grant which are submitted 770-0534. ft Jay Feather Sport. $4,500. Call 910- 770-2614 to the Mayor will be responded to within ten (10) Formal written views and proposals concerning Bobby Hinson Construction the Community Development Block Grant appli- Lot clearing, pond building, bushhog- calendar days. ging, lots and hedge rows with mini This program was funded with $78,920.40 in cation process which are submitted to the Mayor excavator. Call 640-7606. will be responded to within ten (10) calendar days. 2005 HONDA CRF 50. Excellent con- CDBG funds which represents 100% of the total Carpentry Work dition. One owner. $700.00. Call 910- Roofing, painting and wallpaper. No 309-2740 project funds. Esta información está disponible en español o job too small. Workmanship guaran- teed. Call 642-4226. 2007 YAMAHA YZF 600 R. Low- Esta información está disponible en español o cualquier otro lenguaje a petición. Póngase en ered, 4,000 miles. Very clean. Call CUSTOM HARVESTING OF SOY- 642-9830. cualquier otro lenguaje a petición. Póngase en contacto con Diane Ward en 910-653-3458 o en BEANS. Call 910-625-8144 contacto con Diane Ward en 910-653-3458 o en 1108 East 5th Street, Tabor City NC 28463 de alo- HOME REPAIRS, YARD WORK, haul 1108 East 5th Street, Tabor City NC 28463 de alo- jamiento para esta solicitud. anything unwanted, Honey Do list. jamiento para esta solicitud. Call Lewis anytime 642-0150 Royce Harper Royce Harper LARRY HINSON’S BACKHOE Mayor All types of backhoe work, lot clear- Mayor ing, sand, top soil and marl. ****Publisher’s Notice**** Town of Tabor City Tabor City Call 654-4503. Equal Housing Opportunity EEO Employer EEO Employer LAWN CLEAN UP, bush trimming All real estate advertised herein is and pine straw. Call Lawn Plus. 910- subject to the Federal Fair Housing November 28, 2011 November 28, 2011 234-8211 Act, North Carolina and Columbus Fair Housing Law which makes it ille- The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 - 3B
The Trustee, in his sole discretion, gal to advertise any preference, limi- hours are Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 Gore, dated November 25, 2009 pre- ties or liabilities arising out of or in as Substitute Trustee by a written may delay the sale for up to one hour tation discrimination based on race, - 3:00. Please call 910-642-0434 for pared by Jimmy Dale Etheridge, Pro- any way relating to such condition instrument recorded in the Columbus as provided for in NCGS 45-21.23. color, religion, sex, handicap, familial more information. EHO fessional Land Surveyor, and record- are expressly disclaimed County Registry, default having been status or national origin, or intention Should the property be purchased APARTMENTS FOR RENT. Call ed in Map Book 87, Page 3, Colum- This sale is made subject to all prior made in the payment of the indebt- to make any such preferences, limi- by a third party, that third party must tations or discrimination. We will not 640-8098. bus County Registry, with that said liens, encumbrances, taxes, assess- edness thereby secured and the pay the tax of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) knowingly accept any advertising for map being incorporated herewith by ments, restrictions and easements said deed of trust being by the terms MADISON HILL APARTMENTS per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) real estate which is in violation of the reference for further certainty of the of record. A cash deposit of five thereof subject to foreclosure, and the law. All person are hereby informed 206 S, Madison St., Whiteville, NC required by NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). One Bedroom Apts. tract of 24.04 acres, more or less and (5%) percent of the purchase price, holder of the indebtedness thereby that all dwellings advertised are avail- The property to be offered pursuant able on an equal opportunity basis. To "1+%.3"$()(0(&/4,**1+(03 for the description of the private non- or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars and secured having demanded a foreclo- to this notice of sale is being offered complain of discrimination, call HUD r,,*4 ',1./*"(+0&+"+$& exclusive easement of right-of-way No/100 ($750.00), whichever is great- sure thereof for the purpose of satis- for sale, transfer, and conveyance “AS toll-free at 1-800-765-9372. Rental assistance up to 100% being 15 feet in width and being a er, will be required of the successful fying said indebtedness, the Clerk of based on income. IS, WHERE IS”. Neither the Trustee cart road extending from the end of bidder immediately upon completion Superior Court of Columbus County 9.65 ACRES & 3 bedroom, 1 bath Seniors 62 years and older nor the holder of the note, nor the offi- house. Needs work. $100,000. Great SR 1102 along the South-Southwest of the sale. The successful bidder is having authorized this foreclosure, cers, directors, attorneys, employees, community. Call 646-1181. boundary of the 24.04 acres, more or required to pay the entire balance of the undersigned Substitute Trustee Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 2 pm agents nor authorized representatives less, tract of land. the purchase price, which shall spe- will offer for sale at public auction &)"3 of either the Trustee or the holder of L AKE WACCAM A W For chain of title of the 24.04 acres, cifically also include deed recording to the highest bidder for cash at the the Note make any representations more or less, tract of land, reference fees and revenue stamps for the deed Courthouse door in Whiteville, North REDUCED! $165,000. 3 BR, or warranties relating to the title, or is made to Deed Book 508, Page 212, tendered to the buyer, by cash or cer- Carolina, at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, 2 BA with pier access. Call any physical, environmental, health or Columbus County registry, being the tified check upon tender of deed for November 29, 2011, the land con- safety conditions existing in, on, at or 640-7235 2nd tract, with this tract identified by the property in him by the Trustee. veyed in said Deed Of Trust, the same WACCAMAW SHORES, L.W. 1 br relating to the property being offered the Columbus County Tax Office as This sale will remain open for ten (10) being more particularly described as duplex, large kitchen, full bath, laun- for sale, and any and all responsibili- dry & living room, front porch, rear property number 13090. days for upset bids in accordance follows: ties or liabilities arising out of or in patio. References & lease required. Tract #2: Being a tract of 35.39 acres, with North Carolina General Statutes. BEING Parcel A, containing 14.13 any way relating to such condition No pets. Call 640-8646 or 654-6792 more or less, and a non-exclusive pri- Pursuant to North Carolina law, the acres, more or less, including .35 acre 1986 14X60 OAKWOOD - 2 bed- are expressly disclaimed. vate easement of right-of-way 15 feet clerk of superior court of the county in within the right of way of SR 1101, as rooms, 2 baths. Good condition. Ask- This sale is made subject to all prior ing $3,500. Call 654-1540. in width as are described on a survey which the property is sold may issue is described on a survey for Bobby E. liens, encumbrances, taxes, assess- for Bobby E. Gore, dated November an order for possession of the prop- Gore dated November 1, 2002, pre- 1989 USED 2 BR, 2 bath mobile ments, restrictions and easements 14, 2008, revised February 25, 2009 erty pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor pared by Jimmy Dale Etheridge, Pro- home for sale. Call 910-755-3344 ask 14 X 80 mobile home for rent. 3 bed- of record. A cash deposit of five prepared by Jimmy Dale Etheridge, of the purchaser and against the party fessional Land Surveyor, recorded in for Richard or Judy. rooms, 2 baths. Clarkton. Call 910- (5%) percent of the purchase price, Professional Land Surveyor and or parties in possession. Also pursu- Map Book 73, Page 92, Columbus 645-4042. or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars and LARGE SELECTION of singlewide, recorded in Map Book 87, Page 3, ant to North Carolina law, any person County Registry, with that map being No/100 ($750.00), whichever is great- doublewide, modular homes. Land 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME for Columbus County Registry, with said who occupies the property pursuant incorporated herewith by reference rent. 5 miles East of Whiteville. Call er, will be required of the successful home packages available. We take map being incorporated herewith by to a rental agreement entered into or for further certainty of the description care of everything. Oakwood Homes, 642-7844. bidder immediately upon completion reference for further certainty of the renewed on or after October 1, 2007, of Parcel A, containing a net of 14.13 Chadbourn, 910-654-4128 of the sale. The successful bidder is 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME North description of the 35.39 acres, more may, after receiving the notice of sale, acres, more or less. required to pay the entire balance of LOT MODEL CLEARANCE sale, of Hallsboro. No pets. References or less, tract and of the description terminate the rental agreement upon The above described tract of 14.13 the purchase price, which shall spe- save thousands $$$. We need your required. Call 910-642-5801 or 910- of the private non-exclusive ease- 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. acres, more or less, is subject to a cifically also include deed recording trade ins. Oakwood Homes, Chad- 640-9435. ment of right-of-way 15 feet in width, The notice shall also state that upon right of way 60 feet in width as that fees and revenue stamps for the deed bourn, 910-654-4128 extending from SR 1102 and granting termination of a rental agreement, said easement of right-of-way is 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME, East- tendered to the buyer, by cash or cer- over Park. Call J.L. Powell & Co Inc. access to the 35.39 acres tract along the tenant is liable for rent due under described on the above referenced NEW 3 BEDROOM Zone II, $23,990 tified check upon tender of deed for Limited Time offer. Oakwood Homes, 642-4049. its western boundary. the rental agreement prorated to the map recorded in Map Book 73, Page the property in him by the Trustee. Chadbourn, NC 910-654-4128 For chain of title, reference is made effective date of the termination. 92, Columbus County Registry, with 2000 2 BR, 2 FULL BATH mobile This sale will remain open for ten (10) to Deed recorded in Deed Book 938, DATED: September 28, 2011 that map being incorporated herewith home in Boardman area, power- days for upset bids in accordance Page 855, Columbus County Registry T. SCOTT SESSIONS by reference as to the description of stat, county water/trash. $425m + with North Carolina General Statutes. and reference is made to deed record- SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE the easement 60 feet in width provid- $425 dep. Storage building. 840- Pursuant to North Carolina law, the 2845 ed in Book 378, Page 164, Columbus THE MCGOUGAN LAW FIRM ing access to and from SR 1101 and LOT FOR SALE: Williams Township/ clerk of superior court of the county in County Registry, Tract 1 and Tract ATTORNEYS AT LAW other lands of Bobby E. Gore. Mollie area. Large lot, nice commu- 2BR 2 BATH MOBILE HOME off which the property is sold may issue 2. The Columbus County Tax Office 130 JEFFERSON STREET The tract of 14.13 acres, more or less, nity. Call 642-2872 or 653-3582. Highway 130. Powerstat, $400 plus an order for possession of the prop- identifies the property as # 82972. WHITEVILLE, N.C. 28472 has a net 13.78 acres, more or less, deposit & references. No pets. 910- erty pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor Tract #3: Being a tract of 79.42 acres, TELEPHONE: 910-640-1485 after deducting those lands within the 642-4970 after 6 pm. of the purchaser and against the party more or less, and a private non-exclu- FACSIMILE: 910-640-3132 right of way of SR 1101 and within the or parties in possession. Also pursu- 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATH MOBILE sive easement of right-of-way 15 feet November 21, 28, 2011 right of way of the private right-of-way ant to North Carolina law, any person HOME for rent. $475 monthly. Some in width as are described on a survey being 60 feet in width. appliances furnished. Call 642-9183 who occupies the property pursuant for Bobby E. Gore dated February 23, LESS AND EXCEPT, HOWEVER, from or cell 640-7700. Amended Notice of to a rental agreement entered into or 2008, prepared by Jimmy Dale Ether- the above described 14.13 acres 105 NESMITH ST, TABOR CITY, half renewed on or after October 1, 2007, CLARKTON - 4 BEDROOM, 2 bath idge, Professional Land Surveyor, Foreclosure Sale tract, a tract of 0.82 acre, described acre plus, private, fenced in! Huge may, after receiving the notice of sale, MH. Central heat & air. $650 rent, recorded March 2, 2009 at 11:07 am by Deed from Bobby E. Gore and wife, great room, full brick wall fireplace, terminate the rental agreement upon $600 deposit. 910-520-8242. in Plat Book 87, Page 4, Columbus Glenda M. Gore to Daniel G. Gore, tongue & groove, heart pine wood STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. floor with a carpet design, dream County Registry, with that said sur- filed May 8, 2007 at 3:01 pm found PRIVATE LOT - EAST OF WHITE- COUNTY OF COLUMBUS The notice shall also state that upon kitchen. 3BR/2bath, many upgrades, vey being incorporated herewith by in Book 892, Page 222, Columbus VILLE. Large 2 bedroom, 2 bath FILE# 11-SP-195 termination of a rental agreement, priced at $119,500 see it today!! Call mobile home. No pets. 640-3896. reference for further certainty of the County Registry and with the 0.82 PURSUANT to the power of sale con- the tenant is liable for rent due under Joy Sibal at 910-393-9974. Mary Ann description of the tract of 79.42 acres, tained in that certain Deed of Trust in acre tract described by map record- Bechtel Real Estate, Ocean Isle, NC the rental agreement prorated to the more or less, and a further descrip- the principal amount of $250,000.00, ed in Plat Book 82, Page 47, Colum- 28469 effective date of the termination. tion of the private non-exclusive ease- bus County Registry, with that said with maximum future advances up DATED: September 28, 2011 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH house for rent. ment of right-of-way 15 feet in width plat being incorporated herewith by ROOM FOR RENT to $250,000.00, from Bobby E. Gore T. SCOTT SESSIONS Central heat & air. $475 mo., plus Weekly or Monthly Rates. and shown as a cart road easement reference for further certainty of the and wife, Glenda M. Gore, Life Ten- SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE $475 deposit. 840-3930. Bedrooms furnished. No Pets. on said map providing ingress and description of the 0.82 acre tract. ants, and Daniel Gregory Gore and THE MCGOUGAN LAW FIRM No calls after 9 pm egress to and from the tract of 79.42 The RECORD OWNERS of the above 2 BR HOUSE, 3 miles south of White- wife, Marguerite Marie Austin, to O. ATTORNEYS AT LAW 910-642-4932 acres, more or less, and the western described real property as of the date ville. No pets. Deposit and references Richard Wright, Jr., Trustee for Horry 130 JEFFERSON STREET Or 770-1140 terminus of SR 1102. not more than ten (10) days prior to required. Call 642-3723. County State Bank, dated May 1, WHITEVILLE, N.C. 28472 For chain of title of the Northern por- 2008, and recorded May 1, 2008, in the date of this notice are: Bobby E. 212 W. 3RD AVE, CHADBOURN TELEPHONE: 910-640-1485 tion of the 79.42 acres, more or less, Book 928 at Page 756, Columbus Gore and wife, Glenda M. Gore, Life 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath, $450 per month, FACSIMILE: 910-640-3132 reference is made to deed recorded Tenants, and Daniel Gregory Gore and $450 security deposit County Registry, and pursuant to the wife, Marguerite Marie Austin; and November 21, 28, 2011 252-756-2920 COMMERCIAL BUILDING for rent, in Deed Book 767, Page 811, Colum- authority vested in the undersigned over head doors. Fenced in lot. 721 bus County Registry. For chain of title Daniel G. Gore and Marian E. Gore. 214 W. 3RD AVE, CHADBOURN Davis Ave. Call 640-8098. to the Southern portion of the above- 3 Bedroom / 1 Bath, $500/month, described 79.42 acres, more or less, Commercial Building, approx 1000 $500 security deposit reference is made to deed recorded 252-756-2920 sq ft, good for office or beauty shop, 610 S Madison, 640-7677. in Deed Book 929, Page 245, Colum- 2 BR, 1 BATH located in Cerro Gordo bus County Registry. 87 Responses to 3 recent area. Deposit required. No pets. Call FOR RENT Downtown Commercial For reference to an Affidavit which 910-654-3894 Building. Spacious parking. Call J.L. confirms the existence of the cart Powell & Co., Inc. (910) 642-4049. 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH house with road easement 15 feet in width, refer- garage. Waccamaw Shores, Lake OFFICE BUILDING WITH RAMP for ence is made to document signed by employment classifeds Waccamaw. No pets. 655-3281 or rent, near hospital. Long term lease. James W. “Billy” Gore, date 15 Janu- 252-729-6528. Call 642-4923. ary, 1998, recorded 20 January, 1998 at 2:25 pm in Book 548, Page 203, 3 BR, LIVING ROOM, den, kitch- OFFICE FOR RENT. 3 rooms plus Columbus County Registry. en, 2 bath brick house with carport. kitchenette. Near hospital. Call 640- from The News Reporter Large lot. Security deposit required. 8098. Tract #4: Parcel B, containing 19.912 No inside pets. Wooded Acres, Lake acres, more or less, as parcel B is Waccamaw, NC. $550 per mo. 910- described on a survey for Bobby E. 646-3238. Gore, dated January 15, 2009 pre- pared by Jimmy Dale Etheridge, 4 BEDROOM, 2 1/2, 2 car garage. WANT TO RENT FARM LAND in Professional Land Surveyor, with Great location. Near hospital. No Columbus County. Also want to buy pets. $950 per month + deposit. Call pecans. Call 910-625-6183. said survey being recorded in Map 910-840-1433. Book 86, Page 91, Columbus County Registry, with that said survey being 6 BR, 3 BATH house rent to own, 3 incorporated herewith by reference houses, 3 BR & 4 BR Mobile homes for further certainty of the description for rent. Also Lots: rent to own & land of parcel B containing 19.912 acres. & lots for sale. Owner financing Call 910-770-2227. Parcel B, containing 19.912 acres, Amended Notice of more or less, is bounded on the North BRICK 3 BR, 2 baths unfurnished, by lands owned now or formerly by oak floor, garages, sep. workshop. Foreclosure Sale William and Janice Gore described in $525m. 1156 Carver Moore Rd. Lake Deed Book 274, Page 392, Colum- Waccamaw 910-457-9732. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA bus County Registry; bounded on the JUST REDUCED! 3 BR, 2 bath house COUNTY OF COLUMBUS East, now or formerly by lands of Kim in Whiteville, central heat/air, recently FILE# 11-SP-196 L. Clemons, described in Deed Book renovated, $650 month, plus securi- PURSUANT to the power of sale con- 767, Page 811, Columbus County ty deposit. References required. No tained in that certain Deed of Trust in Registry and described in Deed Book pets. 910-654-4973. the principal amount of $320,000.00, 929, Page 245, Columbus County SMALL 2 BEDROOM house for rent with maximum future advances up Registry; bounded on the South by on Bussy Rd. in Hallsboro. No pets. to $320,000.00, from Bobby E. Gore Parcel A, containing 19.913 acres, Call after 6 pm 642-8694. and wife, Glenda M. Gore, and Fran- more or less, and bounded on the cis Stuart Gore, Single, to O. Richard West by other lands of Albert C. Gore Wright, Jr., Trustee for Horry County described in Deed Book 267, Page State Bank, dated April 1, 2009, and 653, Columbus County Registry. Par- recorded April 1, 2009, in Book 956 cel B is located on the same cart road 1-2 BEDROOM APT. for rent. White- at Page 849, Columbus County Reg- ville area. $450. Call Clint at 234-4676 easement above-referenced. istry, and pursuant to the authority The RECORD OWNERS of the above 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT. No pets. vested in the undersigned as Substi- described real property as of the date Please call J.L. Powell & Co., Inc. Call tute Trustee by a written instrument not more than ten (10) days prior to Now That’s Results! 642-4049. recorded in the Columbus County the date of this notice are: Bobby E. 2 STORY (1) BR furnished cottage. Registry, default having been made Gore and wife, Glenda M. Gore, and No smoking, no pets. Deposit & refer- in the payment of the indebtedness Francis Stuart Gore, Single. When you need to fill a job opening, there’s ences required. Single or couple. Call thereby secured and the said deed The Trustee, in his sole discretion, 642-4923 or 910-770-4923 of trust being by the terms thereof may delay the sale for up to one hour no better way than with a classified ad in The Cypress Village Apartments subject to foreclosure, and the holder as provided for in NCGS 45-21.23. News Reporter. Our classifieds are read by more 197 Orange St., Fair Bluff, N.C. of the indebtedness thereby secured Should the property be purchased 1 and 2 bedrooms. having demanded a foreclosure there- by a third party, that third party must than 20,000 Columbus county people each is- Free laundry room + Community of for the purpose of satisfying said pay the tax of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) sue - and all classifieds from The News Reporter room ****24 hour maintenance*** indebtedness, the Clerk of Superior per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) Rental Assistance Up to 100% Court of Columbus County having required by NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). are posted on Whiteville.com Seniors 62 years and older authorized this foreclosure, the under- The property to be offered pursuant 910-649-7971 signed Substitute Trustee will offer for to this notice of sale is being offered Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-2 pm Call today or go to sale at public auction to the highest TDD Relay 1-800-735-2962 for sale, transfer, and conveyance “AS Equal Housing Opportunity bidder for cash at the Courthouse IS, WHERE IS”. Neither the Trustee “Classifieds” at Whiteville.com - door in Whiteville, North Carolina, at nor the holder of the note, nor the offi- 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, November cers, directors, attorneys, employees, then get ready for the results! 29, 2011, the land conveyed in said agents nor authorized representatives Deed Of Trust, the same being more of either the Trustee or the holder of . particularly described as follows: the Note make any representations Tract #1: Being a tract of 24.04 acres, or warranties relating to the title, or ADORABLE 1 & 2 BEDROOM apart- more or less, together with a non- ments for rent at Saw Mill Apartments. any physical, environmental, health or Te News Reporter Major appliances provided as well as exclusive private easement of right- safety conditions existing in, on, at or washer and dryer hookups. Office of-way being 15 feet in width, as are relating to the property being offered 910-642-4104, ext. 221 or 237 described on a survey for Bobby E. for sale, and any and all responsibili- 4B - The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011
Amended Notice of North Carolina, and more particularly BEING LOT NO. 2 AS SHOWN ON A ing the date when the final upset bid Rocky Mount, NC 27802 and return the deposit. The purchaser described as follows: PLAT DRAWN BY H.P. MCCLELLAN period has run. Telephone: (252) 972-7022 will have no further remedy. Foreclosure Sale BEGINNING AT A CONCRETE MON- FROM A SURVEY BY D.J. BENSON The purchaser of the property RBC001-00001687 This the day of October, 2011. UMENT IN THE NORTHERN MAR- DATED 8 SEPTEMBER, 1972, ENTI- described above shall pay the Clerk’s November 21, 28, 2011 David A. Simpson, P.C. GIN OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF TLED, “A PORTION OF THE ELBERT Commissions in the amount of $.45 Substitute Trustee STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA NORTH CAROLINA STATE ROAD NO. L. SMITH ESTATE PROPERTY OF HIS per $100.00 of the purchase price (up Notice of Sale of 7804 Fairview Road #225 COUNTY OF COLUMBUS 1740 (THIS POINT BEING LOCATED WIDOW, BELLE SMITH,” to a maximum amount of $500.00), Charlotte, N.C. 28226-4998 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUS- Real Property SOUTH 81 DEGREES 10 MINUTES Tax Map Reference: 0014830 required by Section 7A 308(a)(1) of the Telephone: (704) 619-6551 TICE WEST TWO HUNDRED (200) FEET Being that parcel of land conveyed North Carolina General Statutes. If Posted: SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FROM THE JUNCTION OF SAID to NATALIE D. PATRICK, A MARRIED the purchaser of the above described Witness: Assistant/Deputy Clerk of BEFORE THE CLERK COUNTY OF COLUMBUS MARGIN OF SAID ROAD WITH THE PERSON from MICKEY SUSAN PAT- property is someone other than the Superior Court 11 SP 93 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF WESTERN LINE OF THE GEORGE RICK, A SINGLE PERSON by that Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust, Nov. 21, 28, 2011 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLO- JUSTICE MITCHELL ESTATE AND THE FOR- deed dated 03/02/2004 and recorded the purchaser shall also pay, to the SURE OF A DEED OF TRUST FROM SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION MER EASTERN LINE OF LANDS 03/07/2005 in deed book 808, at page extent applicable, the land transfer Notice of ADRIAN BRANDON PATRICK AND 10-CVS-572 OF BELLE SMITH, FORMERLY THE 362 of the COLUMBUS County, NC tax in the amount of one percent (1%) NATALIE D. PATRICK, TO CB SER- NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC, Foreclosure Sale ELBERT L. SMITH LAND, OUT OF Public Registry. of the purchase price. VICES CORP., TRUSTEE, DATED Plaintiff, WHICH THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS In the Trustee’s sole discretion, the To the extent this sale involves resi- MAY 5, 2006 RECORDED IN BOOK vs. CARVED); RUNNING THENCE WITH sale may be delayed for up to one (1) dential property with less than fifteen 10 SP 199 RB 852, PAGE 493, COLUMBUS STEPHANIE M. BATTEN, GROVER SAID MARGIN OF SAID PUBLIC hour as provided in Section 45-21.23 (15) rental units, you are hereby noti- NORTH CAROLINA, COLUMBUS COUNTY REGISTRY A. BATTEN, WENDELL HAMMONDS, ROAD SOUTH 81 DEGREES 10 MIN- of the North Carolina General Stat- fied of the following: COUNTY Pursuant to an order entered June FAYE BURNETTE HAMMONDS, UTES WEST TWO HUNDRED (200) utes. a. An order for possession of the Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale 21, 2011, in the Superior Court for PPLIED INCOME SCIENCES, FEET TO ANOTHER CONCRETE The record owners of the real prop- property may be issued pursuant to contained in that certain Deed of Trust Columbus County, and the power of GREENTREE FINANCIAL SERVICING MONUMENT, A NEW CORNER; erty not more than ten days prior to Section 45-21.29 of the North Caro- executed by Ralph J Jernigan, and his sale contained in the captioned deed CORP., DAVID A. SIMPSON, P.C., as THENCE NORTH 04 DEGREES 50 the date hereof are Adrian Brandon lina General Statutes in favor of the wife, and Dessie E Jernigan to Trust- of trust (“Deed of Trust”), the under- trustee, MARY ELIZABETH BATTEN, MINUTES WEST SEVEN HUNDRED Patrick and Natalie D. Patrick. purchaser and against the party or ee Services of Carolina, Trustee(s), signed Substitute Trustee will offer MATTHEW J. TEDDER, as trustee, THIRTY (730) FEET TO ANOTHER A five percent cash deposit, or a parties in possession by the clerk of which was dated November 21, 2003 for sale at auction, to the highest bid- Defendants. CONCRETE MONUMENT, A NEW cash deposit of $750.00, whichever superior court of the county in which and recorded on November 26, 2003 der for cash, UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power CORNER, IN THE DIVIDING LINE is greater, will be required of the last the property is sold; and in Book 762 at Page 65, Columbus AT THE COURTHOUSE DOOR IN and authority contained in that cer- BETWEEN SAID BELLE SMITH and highest bidder. The balance of b. Any person who occupies the County Registry, North Carolina. WHITEVILLE, COLUMBUS COUNTY, tain Order and Judgment issued by LAND AND THE G.D. NYE LAND; the bid purchase price shall be due in property pursuant to a rental agree- Default having been made of the note NORTH CAROLINA the Superior Court Judge, filed on THENCE WITH SAID DIVIDING LINE full in cash or certified funds at a clos- ment entered into or renewed on thereby secured by the said Deed of ON NOVEMBER 30, 2011 September 21, 2011 in the above- NORTH 84 DEGREES 48 MINUTES ing to take place within thirty (30) days or after October 1, 2007, may, after Trust and the undersigned, Trustee AT 1:30 PM captioned matter and pursuant to EAST TWO HUNDRED (200) FEET of the date of sale. The undersigned receiving the notice of sale, terminate Services of Carolina, LLC, having the real estate and the improve- applicable law, the undersigned Sub- TO ANOTHER CONCRETE MONU- Substitute Trustee shall convey title to the rental agreement upon 10 days’ been substituted as Trustee in said ments thereon encumbered by the stitute Trustee will place for sale, at MENT, THE PRESENT NORTHWEST the property by non-warranty deed. written notice to the landlord. Upon Deed of Trust, and the holder of the Deed of Trust, less and except any public auction, to the highest bidder CORNER OF THE CHARLIE PAT- This sale will be made subject to all termination of a rental agreement, note evidencing said default having of such property released from the for cash at the usual place of sale at RICK AND WIFE, LAND FORMER- prior liens of record, if any, and to all the tenant is liable for rent due under directed that the Deed of Trust be lien of the deed of trust prior to the the Columbus County Courthouse, LY THE ELBERT L. SMITH LAND; unpaid (ad valorem) taxes and special the rental agreement prorated to the foreclosed, the undersigned Sub- date of this sale, lying and being in Whiteville, North Carolina, at 10:00 THENCE WITH THE DIVIDING LINE assessments, if any, which became effective date of the termination. stitute Trustee will offer for sale at Columbus County, North Carolina, o’clock a.m. on Thursday, the 1st day BETWEEN THE SAID BELLE SMITH a lien subsequent to the recordation This 25th day of October, 2011. the courthouse door of the county and being more particularly described of December, 2011 that certain par- LAND AND THE CHARLIE PATRICK of the Deed of Trust. This sale will POYNER SPRUILL LLP courthouse where the property is as follows: cel of land, including improvements LAND SOUTH 04 DEGREES 50 MIN- be further subject to the right, if any, By: located, or the usual and customary BEING ALL of that certain parcel thereon, situated, lying and being UTES EAST SEVEN HUNDRED FIF- of the United States of America to Deborah Sperati, Esq. location at the county courthouse for of land and all improvements now in the County of Columbus, State of TEEN AND .50/.100. (715.5) FEET redeem the above-described prop- Attorneys for Spruillco, Ltd. conducting the sale on December 7, or hereafter located thereon, lying North Carolina, and being more par- TO THE BEGINNING; CONTAINING erty for a period of 120 days follow- 130 S. Franklin Street 2011 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the and being in COLUMBUS County, ticularly described as follows P.O. Box 353 highest bidder for cash the following 3.14 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, AND Lying in Cerro Gordon Township, described property situated in Colum- Columbus County, North Carolina, bus County, North Carolina, to wit: containing a total of 3.02 acres, more Being all of Tract A containing 0.31 or less, and being two adjacent lots as acres, more or less, and Tract B con- set forth and delineated upon a plat taining 1.60 acres, more or less, the for Stephanie M. Elliott dated April SUBSCRIBE NOW AND SAVE! same shown on that survey entitled 2, 2001, by Billy M. Duncan, P.L.S., “SURVEY FOR RALPH J JERNIGAN which map is attached to this deed AND WIFE, EULENE JERNIGAN, and is incorporated by reference dated November 3, 1986, revised for further particularity of descrip- November 16, 1994, by Soles & tion. The larger lot contains 2.02 Walker, P.A., R.L.S., a copy of said acres, more or less and the smaller The News Reporter plat being attached to that deed of lot contains 1.00 acres, more or less. trust recorded in Book 473, Page 601, For chain of title see deed recorded Columbus County Registry. Said plat in Book 143, Page 465, Columbus being recorded in Book 473, Page County Registry. 607, Columbus County Registry. Ref- This conveyance is made subject More Local News erence is made to said plat for a more to a 30’ wide right of way easement complete and accurate description of reserved by Grantor, said 30’ ease- the premises described herein. ment running along the western- Save and except any releases, deeds for Your Money most thirty feet of the 2.02 acre lot of release or prior conveyances of hereinabove described. The right of record. way easement is for the purpose of Said property is commonly known as providing ingress and egress to and 1305 Hallsboro Road North, White- from S.R. 1413 and other lands of the ville, NC 28472. original tract as described in deed Third party purchasers must pay the recorded in Book 143, Page 465 and excise tax, and the court costs of For- 104 ISSUES currently owned by Flora Godwin, ty-Five Cents (45¢) per One Hundred Grantor herein. Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to NCGS Address of property: 1406 Page Mill 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no per- Road, Cerro Gordo, NC 28430 sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of Present Record Owner: Stephanie A YEAR! the purchase price, or Seven Hundred M. Batten Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is The terms of the sale are that the real greater, will be required at the time of property hereinbefore described will the sale. Following the expiration of be sold for cash to the highest bid- the statutory upset bid period, all the der. The Substitute Trustee reserves remaining amounts are immediately the right to require a cash deposit or 1-YEAR SUBSCRIPTION RATES due and owing. a certified check not to exceed the Said property to be offered pursuant greater of five percent (5%) of the to this Notice of Sale is being offered amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Home Delivery (where available) ...... $40 for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event IS WHERE IS.” There are no repre- that the Owner and Holder is exempt sentations of warranty relating to the from paying the same, the success- title or any physical, environmental, US Mail: ful bidder may also be required to pay health or safety conditions existing in, revenue stamps on the Substitute on, at, or relating to the property being Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Columbus County ...... $30 offered for sale. This sale is made Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, Section 7A-308 (a) (1). any unpaid land transfer taxes, spe- Other NC Counties by Mail ...... $46 The real property hereinabove cial assessments, easements, rights described is being offered for sale of way, deeds of release, and any “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold Outside of NC ...... $55 other encumbrances or exceptions subject to all superior liens, unpaid of record. To the best of the knowl- taxes, and special assessments. edge and belief of the undersigned, Other conditions will be announced the current owner(s) of the property PO Box 707, Whiteville, NC 28472.....910-642-4104, ext. 270 at the sale. The sale will be held open The News Reporter..... is/are Eulene Jernigan. for ten (10) days for upset bids as by An Order for possession of the prop- law required. erty may be issued pursuant to G.S. I’m enclosing payment of ______for the amount due according to the information listed above. If the Substitute Trustee is unable to 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and convey title to this property for any against the party or parties in posses- reason, the sole remedy of the pur- NAME ______sion by the clerk of superior court of chaser is the return of the deposit. the county in which the property is Reasons of such inability to convey sold. Any person who occupies the include, but are not limited to, the fil- ADDRESS ______property pursuant to a rental agree- ing of a bankruptcy petition prior to ment entered into or renewed on the sale and reinstatement of the loan or after October 1, 2007, may, after ______without the knowledge of the Substi- receiving the notice of sale, termi- tute Trustee. If the validity of the sale nate the rental agreement upon 10 is challenged by any party, the Sub- EMAIL ADDRESS ______days’ written notice to the landlord. stitute Trustee, in his sole discretion, The notice shall also state that upon if he believes the challenge to have termination of a rental agreement, PHONE ______merit, may declare the sale to be void the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the COMPLETE, CLIP AND RETURN effective date of the termination. LANDMARK If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED! ESTATES sole remedy of the purchaser is the APARTMENTS return of the deposit. Reasons of Subscription payments accepted also at Whiteville.com such inability to convey include, but 621 Nolan Ave. are not limited to, the filing of a bank- Call 642-4104, ext. 270 Whiteville, NC 28472 ruptcy petition prior to the confirma- tion of the sale and reinstatement of Elderly Households the loan without the knowledge of the (62 or older, or trustee. If the validity of the sale is Persons with Disabilities) challenged by any party, the trustee, The Holidays will be fast upon us. in their sole discretion, if they believe 1 Bedroom Apartments the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale What could be better than Units for Persons with to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Disabilities Available Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Rental Assistance Available Substitute Trustee a Gift Subscription to Brock & Scott, PLLC Please Call Attorneys for Trustee Services of Car- olina, LLC 1-910-641-0450 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 This Institution is an Equal Wilmington, NC 28403 The News Reporter Opportunity Provider and Employer. PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 EQUAL HOUSING File No.: 10-15322-FC01 OPPORTUNITY Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 2011 The News Reporter, Monday, November 28, 2011 - 5B
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Applicant: Gore Investment Prop- which the sale occurs, as well as ments contained therein and, pursu- the rental agreement upon 10 days’ TERMS OF SALE: Having qualified as Executrix of the erties any prior years; (c) federal tax liens ant to demand of the holder of the written notice to the landlord. Upon Pursuant to the provisions of N.C.G.S. Estate of Dollie Williamson, deceased, Location: 307 West Lewis Street with respect to which proper notice indebtedness secured by said Deed termination of a rental agreement, §45-21.10(b) and the terms of the late of Columbus County, NC, the Request: A request for a variance was not given to the Internal Reve- of Trust, the undersigned Substitute the tenant is liable for rent due under Deed of Trust, any successful bidder undersigned hereby notifies all per- from the Zoning Ordinance Section nue Service; and (d) federal tax liens Trustee will place for sale, at public the rental agreement prorated to the may be required to deposit with the sons having claims against the estate 9.1 (d) Parking and Loading Require- to which proper notice was given to auction, to the highest bidder for cash effective date of the termination. Trustee or Clerk of Superior Court of said decedent to present them to ments [Code of Ordinances Section the Internal Revenue Service and to at the usual place of sale at Columbus Any person who occupies the prop- immediately upon the conclusion of the undersigned within (3) months 155.120 (D)]. which the right of redemption applies. County Courthouse, Whiteville, North erty pursuant to a bona fide lease or the sale a cash deposit to be deter- from the date of the first publication, Fore more information contact: (2) The property is being sold “as is”. Carolina on December 1, 2011 at tenancy may have additional rights mined by the greater of 5% of the or this notice will be pleaded in bar of Jerry Haire Neither the beneficiary of the deed 10:00 AM that parcel of land, includ- pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Pro- bid or $750.00. Unless the Substi- their recovery. All persons indebted to Planning Director of trust, nor the undersigned Substi- ing improvements thereon, situated, tecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act tute Trustee agrees otherwise, the said estate will please make immedi- 910-642-8046 tute Trustee, makes any warranties or lying and being in the City of White- which became effective on May 20, successful bidder will be required ate payment. November 21, 28, 2011 representations concerning the prop- ville, County of Columbus, State of 2009. to tender the “full purchase price” This 21st. day of November, 2011 erty, including but not limited to, the North Carolina, and being more par- Posted: so bid in cash or certified check at Linda Carol Williamson Notice of physical or environmental condition ticularly described in the above refer- Witness: Assistant/Deputy Clerk of the time the Trustee tenders to him a/k/a Lynda Carol Williamson of the property. Further, the under- enced Deed of Trust. Superior Court a Deed to the property or attempts Executrix Foreclosure Sale signed Substitute Trustee makes no Address of property: 409 S. Canal David A. Simpson, P.C., Substitute to tender such Deed, and should the of the estate of Dollie Williamson title warranties with respect to the title Street, Whiteville, NC 28472 Trustee successful bidder fail to pay the full 410 Tatum Rd. North Carolina to the property. (3) The highest bid- Tax Parcel ID: 4176 By: Attorney at Law amount, then the successful bidder Chadbourn, NC 28431 Columbus County der will be responsible for the pay- Present Record Owners: Sammy W. Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC shall remain liable as provided for Nov. 21, 28, Dec. 5, 12, 2011 11 SP 216 ment of revenue stamps payable to Duncan, Jr. a/k/a Sammy W. Duncan Attorneys for David A. Simpson, P.C. in N.C.G.S. §45-21.30. By submit- Under and by virtue of the power of the Register of Deeds and any final The terms of the sale are that the real Substitute Trustee ting your bid, you agree that the “full NOTICE TO CREDITORS sale contained in that certain Deed court and/or auditing fees payable property hereinbefore described will 2550 West Tyvola Road, Suite 520 purchase price” shall be defined as STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA of Trust executed by Tony M. Shack- to the Clerk of Superior Court which be sold for cash to the highest bid- Charlotte, NC 28217 the amount of bid plus the Trustee’s COUNTY OF COLUMBUS elford and wife, Alice L. Shackelford are assessed on the high bid result- der. A deposit of five percent (5%) of (704) 442-9500 commission as defined in the sub- The undersigned, JOYCE CLEWIS dated December 5, 2005 to John ing from this foreclosure sale. (4) At the amount of the bid or Seven Hun- November 21, 28, 2011 ject Deed of Trust plus the costs of BRILL, has qualified as Executrix of Cameron Coburn, Trustee for Bank the time of the sale, the highest bid- dred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), which- the action, unless the Trustee agrees the Estate of ROBERT CLYDE BRILL, of Wilmington, recorded in Book 836, der will be required to make a cash ever is greater, is required and must Notice of otherwise. For example, if the amount late of Columbus County, and this is Page 544, Columbus County Regis- deposit of five percent (5%) of the be tendered in the form of certified of bid is $20,000.00 and the trustee’s to notify all persons having claims try; the holder of the note and deed bid, or $750.00, whichever is greater, funds at the time of the sale. In the Foreclosure Sale commission is defined in the subject against said Estate to present them of trust being First Federal Savings with the remaining balance of the bid event that the Owner and Holder or Deed of Trust as 5% of the gross pro- NORTH CAROLINA to the undersigned on or before Feb- & Loan Association of Charleston; amount to be paid on the day follow- its intended assignee is exempt from ceeds of the sale, then the “full pur- COLUMBUS COUNTY ruary 21, 2012, pursuant to North default having been made in pay- ing the expiration of the applicable ten paying the same, the successful bid- chase price” shall equal $21,000.00 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF Carolina General Statute 28A-14-1, ment of the indebtedness thereby (10) day upset bid period. (5) Any per- der shall be required to pay revenue plus the costs of the action. A ten- JUSTICE or this notice shall be pled in bar of secured; and the necessary findings son who occupies the property pur- stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, and der of Deed shall be defined as a let- SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION their recovery. All persons indebted to permit foreclosure having been suant to a rental agreement entered any Land Transfer Tax. ter from the Trustee to the success- BEFORE THE CLERK to said Estate will please make imme- made by the Clerk of Superior Court into or renewed on or after October 1, The real property hereinabove ful bidder offering to record the Deed FILE NO. 11 SP 218 diate payment to the undersigned at of Columbus County, North Carolina; 2007, may after receiving the notice described is being offered for sale upon receipt of full purchase price as IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLO- the following address. the undersigned Substitute Trustee of sale, terminate the rental agree- “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold described herein and listed in said let- SURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST EXE- This the 21st day of November, 2011. will offer for sale at public auction ment upon 10 days written notice to subject to all superior liens, unpaid ter. If the trustee is unable to convey CUTED BY CANDICE M. LAWSON, JOYCE CLEWIS BRILL, EXECUTRIX to the highest bidder for cash, the the landlord. Upon termination of a taxes, and special assessments. title to this property for any reason married and BILLY B. LAWSON, 621 Lakeside Drive property conveyed in said deed of rental agreement, the tenant is liable Other conditions will be announced such as a bankruptcy filing, the sole Recorded in Book 968, Page 132, Riegelwood, NC 28456 trust, the same lying and being in for rent due under the rental agree- at the sale. The sale will be held open remedy of the successful bidder is Columbus County Registry Williamson, Walton & Scott, L.L.P. the County of Columbus and State of ment prorated to the effective date for ten (10) days for upset bids as by the return of the deposit. As to any DEED OF TRUST BEING FORE- Attorneys at Law North Carolina, and more particularly of the termination. (6) An order for law required. If a third party is the manufactured home, the following CLOSED: P. O. Box 1467 described as follows: possession of the property being sold high bidder at the time of sale con- shall apply: Any not considered real The Deed of Trust being foreclosed Whiteville, NC 28472 For a tie line begin at a spike at the may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. firmation, the third party will have property is being foreclosed pursu- is that Deed of Trust executed by Nov. 21, 28, Dec. 5, 12, 2011 intersection of the centerline of S.R. §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser fifteen (15) days following the sale ant to N.C.G.S. §25-9-604, if neces- CANDICE M. LAWSON, married and No. 1736 with the centerline of S.R. and against the party or parties in confirmation to remit the balance of sary; there is no warranty that any is NOTICE TO CREDITORS NO. 1735 and running thence with BILLY B. LAWSON to Jay B. Green, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA possession, by the Clerk of Supe- his/her bid to the Trustee. In the sole actually located on the subject tract; the centerline S.R. No. 1735 South Trustee, dated August 26, 2009 and COUNTY OF COLUMBUS rior Court of the county in which the discretion of the Trustee, an extension and there is no warranty given by 01 deg 17 mm East 492.10 feet to recorded in Book 968, Page 132 in The undersigned, MARY LACEY property is sold. may be granted, but in that instance, the Substitute Trustee as to whether a nail; thence continuing with said the Columbus County Registry of TATE, has qualified as Executrix of SMITH DEBNAM NARRON DRAKE if required by the noteholder or loan said home is real property or personal centerline South 0 deg 32 mm East North Carolina. the Estate of CHARLES LACY TATE, SAINTSING & MYERS, L.L.P. servicer, the bidder shall be required property. The sale will be made sub- 361.30 feet to a nail in the centerline RECORD OWNERS OF THE REAL JR., late of Columbus County, and Lauren V. Reeves, Attorney for Jeff D. to pay per diem interest at the current ject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, of S.R. NO. 1735, the Northeast cor- PROPERTY: this is to notify all persons having Rogers, Substitute Trustee rate on the note secured by the deed assessments, restrictions and ease- ner of the Doris Sobczak retained lot, The record owners of the subject real claims against said Estate to present P. O. Box 26268 of trust described herein until the day ments of record, if any. the point and place of beginning; run- property as reflected on the records them to the undersigned on or before Raleigh, NC 27611-6268 he/she remits the balance of his/her ADDITIONAL NOTICE: ning thence with Soboczak’s line and of the Columbus County Register of February 21, 2012, pursuant to North (919) 250-2000 bid to the Trustee. Take notice that an order for posses- the center of a ditch South 88 deg 04 Deeds not more than 10 days prior Carolina General Statute 28A-14-1, For more information visit www.smith- If for any reason the Trustee is unable sion of the property may be issued mm 55 sec West 380.21 feet to an to the posting of this Notice is or are or this notice shall be pled in bar of debnamlaw.com. to convey title to this property or the pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of iron in the Boys Home Line; thence Candice M. Lawson. their recovery. All persons indebted File No. CBM M6485243, 897109 sale is set aside, the sole remedy the purchaser and against the party with said line North 04 deg 29 mm DATE, TIME AND PLACE OF SALE: to said Estate will please make imme- Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 2011 of the purchaser is the return of the or parties in possession by the clerk 22 sec West 74.91 feet to an iron, the The sale will be held on December diate payment to the undersigned at deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of of superior court of the county in Southwest corner of the William Mon- 7, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at the door of the following address. the sale is challenged by any party, which the property is sold. Take fur- roe Lot as recorded in Deed Book Notice of the Columbus County Courthouse, This the 21st day of November, 2011. the Trustee, in it’s sole discretion, if it ther notice that any person who occu- 333, Page 845; thence with Monroe’s Substitute Whiteville, North Carolina. MARY LACEY TATE, EXECUTRIX believes the challenge to have merit, pies the property pursuant to a rental Line North 88 deg 04 mm 55 sec East PROPERTY TO BE SOLD: P. O. Box 668 may declare the sale to be void and agreement entered into or renewed 385.37 feet to a point in the centerline Trustee’s The following real property to be sold Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450 return the deposit. In either event on or after October 1, 2007, may, of S.R. NO. 1735; thence to a nail in Foreclosure Sale of “sight unseen” is located in Colum- Williamson, Walton & Scott, L.L.P. the purchaser will have no further after receiving the notice of sale, ter- the center line of S.R. NO. 1735, the bus County, North Carolina and is Attorneys at Law recourse against the Mortgagor, the minate the rental agreement upon 10 Point and Place of Beginning. Real Property believed to have the address of 7541 P. O. Box 1467 Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney days’ written notice to the landlord. Property Address: 202 Chauncey Princess Anne Road, Evergreen, NC Whiteville, NC 28472 14477 or the Trustee. The notice shall also state that upon Town Road, Lake Waccamaw, NC 28438 and is otherwise more particu- Nov. 21, 28, Dec. 5, 12, 2011 11-SP-230 Additional Notice Where the Real termination of a rental agreement, 28450 larly described as follows: UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power Property is Residential With Less the tenant is liable for rent due under Date of Sale: December 9, 2011 at Because the legal description is too and authority contained in that certain Than 15 Rental Units: the rental agreement prorated to the Public Notice 10:30AM Location of Sale: Colum- voluminous to publish in the news- Deed of Trust executed and delivered An order for possession of the prop- effective date of the termination. bus County Courthouse paper, reference is made to the sub- Whiteville Board of by Sammy W. Duncan, Jr. and San- erty may be issued pursuant to G.S. This the 12th day of October, 2011. Record Owner(s): Tony M. Shack- ject legal description recorded as dra Duncan, dated January 13, 2009 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and Jay B. Green Adjustment elford part of the subject Deed of Trust as and recorded on January 16, 2009, against the party or parties in posses- Attorney for Deidre D. DeFlorentis, TERMS OF THE SALE: (1) This sale described in the case caption of this in Book No. RB 950, at Page 588 in sion by the clerk of superior court of Substitute Trustee The Whiteville Board of Adjustment will be made subject to: (a) all prior proceeding. the Office of the Register of Deeds the county in which the property is 908 E. Edenton Street will hold a public hearing as follows: liens, encumbrances, easements, Included as part of the real prop- of Columbus County, North Carolina; sold. Any person who occupies the Raleigh, North Carolina 27601 Date: December 1, 2011 right-of-ways, restrictive covenants erty is a 2009 Oakwood manufac- and because of default in the pay- property pursuant to a rental agree- Telephone: 919-829-0797 Time: 11:30 a.m. or other restrictions of record affect- tured home bearing serial number ment of the indebtedness secured ment entered into or renewed on November 21, 28, 2011 Meeting Location: Whiteville City Hall, ing the property; (b) property taxes OHC019743NCAB as more particu- thereby and failure to carry out and or after October 1, 2007, may, after 317 S. Madison St. and assessments for the year in larly described in a Deed of Trust of perform the stipulations and agree- receiving the notice of sale, terminate record in Book 968, Page 132, CCR.
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