The Daytona Beach News-Journal’s Godwin Kelly & Ken Willis have covered NASCAR for nearly 60 years combined. godwin.kelly@ NASCAR THIS WEEK news-jrnl.com [email protected]

SPEED FREAKS QUESTIONS & ATTITUDE A few questions we had to ask ourselves Compelling questions ... and PHOENIX maybe a few actual answers Your knee-jerk review of Vegas and results of the “new THREE THINGS TO WATCH Is that a look of concern? package”? GODSPEAK: It’s a work in 1. Penske power Let’s call it a mix of mild concern, progress. Drivers have more car balanced by a hesitance to offer control, and there have been It sure looks like Team snap judgment. I tuned into Sun- fewer wrecks. Give it time. Penske has found the day’s race, saw a big pack of cars KEN’S CALL: If it seemed perfect secret key to the new slicing and dicing, and said, “See, at the start, the engineers NASCAR package — two that’s exactly what NASCAR was would eventually mess it up. But wins by two drivers on looking for with the new con- it seems imperfect at the start, consecutive weekends. figurations.” Then I looked in the so maybe the engineers will find Joey Logano credited corner of the screen and realized a way to tighten up the field. Ford’s engineers for solv- it was just the second lap of Reverse psychology, right there. ing the puzzle. “Everyone a green-flag run. By Lap 10, it is going through a learn- became the Urban Meyer 400 — Kez, then Joey. Is this going to ing curve right now, so everyone in spread formation. be a Penske year? if there’s a time to do it, GODSPEAK: You know how the now is the time because Now what? winds of fortune work, but right we had to redo every- now Team Penske enjoys a bel- thing we had anyway,” I always go back to the theory lowing jib. What? Logano said of the new proposed by former Nashville KEN’S CALL: Penske also has a Mustang. “That seems to Joey Logano won at Las Vegas a week after teammate Tennessean motorsports writer third wheel, Ryan Blaney, who be paying dividends for Brad Keselowski captured the flag at Atlanta. Team Larry Woody, who suggested has done no better than 22nd so us now.” Penske has seen early success with the new aero/motor tossing a rabid badger in every far. If they get him going, watch package. [AP/JOHN LOCHER] cockpit to liven things up. Given out. 2. NASCAR’s NASCAR’s reluctance to see the observation “But still work to do. It’s been happy with his car brilliance in that, I will instead early. Three different yet this season. “The last opt for patience and the insti- FEUD OF THE WEEK The Cup Series made its winners, three races; so two weeks we’ve been tutional knowledge that no full aero/engine package we’ll take this one and in right field at the start eventual landing spot, rules- DENNY HAMLIN VS. KURT debut at Las Vegas, with head to Phoenix.” of practice, and they just wise, will be universally loved BUSCH: Hamlin was not happy mixed reviews. NASCAR keep scrambling and by all. about having to play follow-the- is poking and prodding 3. Harvick watch taking big swings at it leader behind Busch, who was at the data gathered to to get us close,” he said. — Ken Willis, ken.willis a tick slower on older tires, but date. “I think it was good When the Cup Series “Hopefully, we can get @news-jrnl.com impassable because of the new to see directionally that circus hits Phoenix and that figured out.” Count aero/motor combo. guys (came) up through ISM Raceway, you have on it Sunday. GODWIN KELLY’S TAKE: This the pack and make to keep one eye on Kevin NASCAR CUP is something new in the Cup a pass for the lead,” Harvick. Harvick has — Godwin Kelly, STANDINGS Series — faster cars that NASCAR Vice President piled up nine wins at the godwin.kelly@ can’t pass. “(When) he ran Steve O’Donnell said. 1-mile oval. He hasn’t news-jrnl.com 1. Joey Logano 133 the bottom (racing lane) then 2. 131 there’s nothing anyone could do 3. Denny Hamlin 127 about it,” Hamlin said. HealthHealth 4. Kyle Busch LocalLocal News 121News LocalLocal NewsNews Local News 5. Brad Keselowski Education115 GreatLocal NewsFood PagePagePage 85 8 6. Kyle Larson PagePagePage102 102 2 PagePagePagePage 2 8 66 GODWIN’S PICKS 7. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 99 FOR PHOENIX 8. Erik Jones 98 8. Martin Truex Jr. 98 LAS VEGAS AMPSONSAMPSON COUNTY’SOUNTY’S COMMUNITYOMMUNITY NEWSPAPEREWSPAPER FREE WINNER: Kevin Harvick SSAMPSON C C10.OUNTY’S Kurt Busch C COMMUNITY95 N NEWSPAPER FREE REST OF TOP 5: Chase Elliott, 11. Aric Almirola 92 Kyle Busch, Joey Logano, Kurt THREE THINGS WE LEARNED 12. 85 Busch 13. 83 FIRST ONE OUT: Ty Dillon 1. Two for Kyle 14. Chase Elliott 81 DARK HORSE: Ricky Stenhouse 15. Ryan Blaney 69 Jr. Kyle Busch continued 16. William ByronThe Daytona Beach66 News-Journal’s Godwin DON’T BE SURPRISED IF: The his assault on NASCAR’s VOLUMETheVOLUME 9, ISSUE9, ISSUE 50 50 Sampson17. Jimmie Johnson 65 Weekly TheTheVOLUME 10, ISSUE 10Sampson SampsonKelly & Ken Willis have covere dWeekly NASCARWeekly for TheVOLUMETheVOLUME 11, 12, ISSUE ISSUE 18 11 SampsonSampson WeeklyWeekly competition tightens up in the minor-league series 18. Daniel Suareznearly 60 years combined.63 godwin.kelly@ front pack because of the size of with two more wins, 19. Ryan Newmannews-jrnl.com and [email protected] this oval. but finishedNASCAR third in the www.thesampsonweekly.comwww.thesampsonweekly.comwww.thesampsonweekly.comwww.thesampsonweekly.com THIS WEEK20. Paul Menard 61 WeekWeekWeekWeek ofof of December December of April March 24-30, 7-13,8-14,7-13, 2020 201820192018 Cup race. “I think we Week of April 2-8, 2021 passed the most cars so I think we were the most INSIDEINSIDEINSIDE MOTOR MOUTHS INSIDEINSIDE Governor ExtendsWHAT’S StayON TA AtP Home Order RoseboroRoseboroCOVID-19 Positive ChristmasChristmas Cases PODCAST impressive,” he said, MOREMayorMayor COVID Voices Voices VACCINATION Citizen’s Citizen’sQUESTIONS & AndSampsonRMC The Winners Are... “but that doesn’t matter 2019 ALIVECUP SERIES: AFTERTicketGuardianAT 500TITUDE FIVE Reaches on Friday Stay west, young man, stay because we don’t have a Kyle Busch carries the checkered flag afterThrough winning MaySITE: 8, ISMPlans Raceway Three (1-mile oval) Phase Lifting Parade-Parade- UnderUnder west. Horace Greeley didn’t trophy. Whatever.” the Xfinity Series race at Las Vegas. He wonFrustration theFrustrationTruck SCHEDULE: Friday,with with qualifying CompellingDOT/24 DOT/24 questions ... and welcomes New CLINICSSEASON BEING ANNOUNCED SCHEDULEDmaybe a few actual answers ONE ADDITIONAL exactly say that, but he wasn’t a Series race Friday, but finished third in Sunday’sof Cup Restrictions(Fox Sports Based 1, 6 p.m.). on Saturday, Virus Trends thethe LightsLights NASCAR fan. 2. Top-5 for Kurt race. [AP/BENJAMIN HAGER] practice (Fox Sports 1, 11:30Is geography a.m. our new friend? POSITIVE CASE OF and 2 p.m.). 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Whatever it is, it is, XFINITY: Xfinity 200 maps and the calendar to deter- shows — two top-five fin- the rules are the same SITE: ISM Raceway mineported how they to Date: can run 19,924 their sional Services ishes in a row. “I’m really NASCAR’s new Cup pack- for everybody.” SCHEDULE: Friday, practice36-race (FoxPositive schedule Test this Results:year — 7,553 proud of everybody to age made its debut at Sports 1, 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.).“trying to fit 10 pounds of grub get a top-five,” he said. Las Vegas. “Yeah, I mean — Godwin16 Kelly, www.thesampsonweekly.comSaturday, qualifying (Fox Sportsinto(28 a 5-pound additionalbag,” isfromWeek the old3/30 reof- October 26-November 1, 2018 “Now we’ve got two I really don’t care,” driver godwin.kelly@ 1, 12:30 p.m.), race (Fox Sportsterm,port) though 1, cleaned up a bit. top-fives this year, but Chase Elliott (ninth)EntertainmentEducation said. news-jrnl.com 4 p.m.) Negative Test Results: EntertainmentEducationSports Two-for-one weekends? 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She also completed a year-long study program for From the Desk of finance officers through the North Carolina Association of School Business Officials. Mesimer was also involved in many accomplishments for the finance department. Some of them were better audits and awards which led to the Certificate of Achieve- Senator Brent Jackson ment for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers As- sociation of the United States and Canada. The district earned an award for practices Wednesday morning, the North Carolina Senate Redistricting and Elections Committee with the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, considered the highest form of rec- heard The Elections Integrity Act - S.B. 326 ognition in the area of government accounting and financial reporting.

The bill has four main components: As the pandemic continues, Mesimer will work with other leaders in the Central Of- -It bans third party donations to the Board of Elections; fice to overcome obstacles related to the COVID-19 pandemic. -It requires absentee ballots to be in by close of business on Election Day; -It changes the deadline for requesting absentee ballots to make it almost impossible for Sampson County Native Serves Aboard “Fast And Feared” U.S. Navy Warship the postal delay to cause a ballot to be received late. -It also provides $5 million for a mobile ID unit so that all eligible voters can get the ID they need to participate in an election.

Our entire system of government is based on fair elections. It’s how we select the peo- ple who will govern us. Obviously, any potential fraud in an election undermines that confidence. But distrust and suspicion in an electoral process also undermines confi- dence and can be just as damaging. Our goal with this legislation is to work to restore that trust.

Private interests giving money to the people responsible for administering an election would create, at a minimum, the perception of a major conflict. Counting the votes needs to be free from any perception of conflict, especially from third-party donors. And requiring absentee ballots to be in by close of business on Election Day is a sound policy to create trust in our system. Every day that passes after Election Day with votes still coming in creates the possibility of distrust in the process. A native of Clinton, North Carolina, is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard USS Donald Ideally, we’d have a winner for every election on election night. Sometimes, in close Cook, a guided-missile destroyer, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain. Donald Cook is races, that’s not possible, especially if there’s a recount or some other issue. But requir- currently on her 11th patrol of the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of responsibility in support of ing that at least all the votes are in on Election Day helps minimize the delay in declar- U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa, operating in the East Atlantic, ing a winner and, for the most part, helps wrap up the process quickly. Mediterranean Sea, and the Black Sea.

There was a lot of concern last year that some people would wait until the last minute to Chief Petty Officer Joshua Mclellan, a graduate of Union High School in Rose Hill, request an absentee ballot. Because the ballot request deadline was so close to Election NC and Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, Illinois, joined the Navy almost Day, there was a very real chance that somebody would not have enough time to get a 20 years ago. ballot sent to them in the mail and then send it back before the ballot receipt deadline. That created a host of problems. The provision in this bill minimizes the chances of USS Donald Cook is named after U.S. Marine Corps Col. Donald Cook, who posthu- that happening again by moving back the absentee request deadline to make it almost mously received the Medal of Honor for his selfless acts as a Prisoner of War during impossible for postal delays to result in an uncounted ballot. the Vietnam War. Cook shared food and medicine with his fellow prisoners, despite his own deteriorating health. After being heard Wednesday, the bill will continue through the legislative and commit- tee process before eventually being voted on in committees and then sent to the Senate USS Donald Cook remembers his legacy by flying a POW flag at all times. Accord- floor for a vote. ing to Navy officials, guided-missile destroyers are capable of conducting anti-air warfare, anti-submarine warfare, and anti-surface warfare. Fast, maneuverable, and As always, please do not hesitate to contact me if I can assist you in any way possible. technically advanced, destroyers provide the required warfighting expertise and oper- ational flexibility to execute any tasking at sea. Legislative Recap- H.R. 1319 H.R. 1319, also known as the “American Rescue Plan Act of 2021,” is a bill written by Donald Cook is one of four destroyers based in Rota, Spain, assigned to Command- Congress in the House of Representatives and signed into law earlier this month. The er, Task Force 65 in support of NATO’s Integrated Air Missile Defense architecture. bill adds over $1.9 trillion in federal spending, some of which has been allocated to These Forward-Deployed Naval Forces-Europe ships have the flexibility to operate the states to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. This funding is limited to expenses throughout the waters of Europe and Africa, from the Cape of Good Hope to the Arctic that are related to the pandemic and has an expiration date by which the funds must be Circle, demonstrating their mastery of the maritime domain. allocated. With more than 90 percent of all trade traveling by sea, and 95 percent of the world’s The complication of this bill adds a new level of complexity to our normal budget pro- international phone and internet traffic carried through fiber optic cables lying on the cess as there are now multiple funds with varying restrictions to consider when appro- ocean floor, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity and security of priating for this biennium. Additionally, we do not know how the remainder of the year the United States are directly linked to a strong and ready Navy. will play out as far as the economy or pandemic goes. That said, we fully anticipate and hope to pass a full state budget and further COVID-19 response legislation by the end According to Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday, four priorities will focus of this year. Once those bills are filed, we will be able to update you on the contents of efforts on sailors, readiness, capabilities, and capacity. those pieces of legislation. As a member of the U.S. Navy, McLellan, as well as other sailors, know they are a part From the District- Sampson County of a service tradition providing unforgettable experiences through leadership devel- Mesimer named SCS Finance Officer opment, world affairs, and humanitarian assistance. Their efforts will have a lasting The Sampson County Board of Education recently named effect around the globe and for generations of sailors who will follow. Cynthia Mesimer as Chief Finance Officer during a March meeting. She previously served as an interim di- Did you know that the person who invented and introduced finger painting in the rector when Stephen Britt left the district for a position Education System was from Duplin County? with Johnston County Public Schools. Ruth Faison Shaw (1889–1969) was an American artist, an educator who is credited with introducing finger painting into the USA as an art Mesimer grew up in Sampson County and graduated from education medium. She developed her techniques while Sampson Community College and earned a bachelor’s working in Rome, Italy, patenting a safe non-toxic paint degree in accounting from the University of North Car- in 1931. olina at Wilmington. Before coming to the central office, she was a school treasurer for 13 years. Mesimer became Shaw was born in Kenansville, North Carolina, on Octo- the district’s assistant officer a few years ago. ber 15, 1889. Her father was a Presbyterian minister and she had four brothers. She attended elementary school in During previous years, she stepped into the leadership role after Britt was called for Cabarrus County, North Carolina. She graduated from a Presbyterian girls school, the James Sprunt Institute, in 1906. After graduation, she gained some experience as MERCER BUSINESS SERVICES (an untrained) school teacher in the Appalachian Moun- tains in Transylvania County, North Carolina.

In 1918 Shaw traveled• to France and Italy with the Young Women’s Christian Associ- ation (YWCA), before setting up a school in Rome . Shaw is credited with developing the art of finger painting and later introducing it into the American education system. She later claimed she had been inspired when she saw a child smearing iodine onto a wall, realizing children liked to ‘smear’. This event took place in 1926 when Shaw had already founded an experimental school, the Shaw School, for English-speaking children. Shaw developed the techniques and materials required for finger painting. In 1931 she patented a gelatinous paint medium that would be safe for children.

Shaw returned to the USA in 1932. She took a job in the progressive Dalton School in CJ Mercer New York City, where she introduced finger painting to the curriculum. An exhibition Owner of finger painting art took place in Manhattan in 1933. She published several books on finger painting. [email protected] Thank you for allowing me to serve as your representative in the North Carolina Sen- ate. I read every email that comes to my legislative account and I encourage you to 312 College Street, Suite D reach out to me with your thoughts and concerns. If you would like to stay informed of my actions in the legislature, I encourage you to friend me on Facebook and/or Clinton, NC • (910) 299-0690 follow me on Twitter. Week of April 2-8 2021 www.thesampsonweekly.com 3 LOCAL NEWS GRAVES, cont. from P. 1 COVID, cont. from P. 1 Born and raised in New Hampshire, Graves and her husband are happy to call North COVID-19 TESTING REPORT FOR MARCH 29, 2021 Carolina home. “Over the years, North Carolina has always been one of our favorite Total Number of Tests Reported to Date: 19,772 places, so to now call it home is perfect,” added Graves. Positive Test Results: 7,507 (50 additional from 3/25 report) Negative Test Results: 12,265 Dr. Albert Verrilli’s practice has been a part of the Sampson County community COVID Reported Deaths to Date: 99 (no additional from 3/25 report) for more than 30 years, offering primary care for all ages in a caring atmosphere. Joining Sampson Regional Medical Center Professional Services in June 2020, Dr. Additional information on vaccination clinics will be distributed via Sampson Albert Verrilli brings another choice for primary care to Sampson Regional Medi- County Government’s social media and will be available, once confirmed, on cal Center’s umbrella of services. Primary care services include routine check-ups, our County’s vaccination resource webpage: https://bit.ly/3e0LNR2. Vaccination physicals, immunizations, chronic disease screening and management, and acute events will also be posted on The Sampson Weekly Facebook page as well. medical care. Vaccination appointments may be available at the Sampson County Health Depart- Sampson Professional Services office of Dr. Albert Verrilli, located in the Woodside ment. To make an appointment, please call (910) 490-1056 or (910) 592-1131 ext. Professional Building, provides convenient access for primary care at 603 Beaman Street, Suite 402. 4001. Appointment times are limited and are subject to vaccine availability. To schedule an appointment at Sampson Regional Medical Center or to be added For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 910-592-3397 or visit to the waitlist to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine call (910)592-8511 or schedule www.SampsonRMC.org/Verrilli. your appointment online at http://sampsonrmc.org/patients-visitors/coronavi- rus-covid-19-info/covid-19-vaccine . Drug Seizure- Hunt Lane Double Office Space For Rent Methamphetamines, Cocaine, and Fentanyl Among the Drugs Seized On March 26, 2021, Investigators with the Sampson County Special Investigations Divi- 201 NE Blvd. Clinton sion executed a search warrant on 146 Hunt Ln. Formerly Autry This was in response to an on-going investiga- tion into complaints at the location. Insurance/Merle Norman

During the search warrant, 44 pounds of crystal Approximately 1200 Square Feet methamphetamines, 16 pounds of cocaine, 1, Perfect location for an office 221 blue counterfeit pulls containing fentanyl, 4 rifles, 2 pistols, 2 vehicles, and $38,000 in or a retail business U.S. currency was located. The drugs have an Rumulo Medrano estimated street value of $1.1 million. CALL 910-214-0800 As a result, Rumulo Medrano, 32, H/M of 146 Hunt Ln., Clinton, NC was taken into custody and charged with Trafficking Meth- amphetamine, Trafficking Cocaine, Maintaining a Dwelling for Sale of a Controlled Substance, Maintaining a Vehicle for Sale of a Controlled Substance, and five counts of Possession of a Firearm by Felon. A bond was set at $1 million.

During the search warrant, 44 pounds of crystal methamphetamines, 16 pounds of cocaine, 1, 221 blue counterfeit pulls containing fentanyl, 4 rifles, 2 pistols, 2 vehicles, and $38,000 in U.S. currency was located. The drugs have an estimated street value of $1.1 million. EVERY SATURDAY TO ADVERTISE (WEATHER PERMITTING) 10AM-4PM Call (910)590-6086 or email us at info@thesa- mpsonweekly.com

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Order for Arrest. Bond $20000. CCW, Possess Marijuana, Possess Parapher- ny, Injury to personal Property. Trial Date 06- Bond $500. Trial Date 04-14-21 Trial Date 03-25-21 nalia. Trial Date 06-10-21 17-21 03-29 Eldridge Keith Herring, 38, Lill- 03-22 Marvin Lee Becton, 49, Magnolia. 03-25 Jeremiah McNeal Bradsher, 40, Clin- 03-26 Rumulo Medrano, 32, Clinton. Traffick- ington. FTA. Bond $1000. Trial Date Driving While License Revoked Impaired ton. Misdemeanor Stalking, Trespass of Real ing Cocaine, Trafficking Meth, Maintain Vehi- 06-16-21 Revocation, DWI. Bond $2500. Trial Property. Trial Date 04-19-21 cle/Dwell/Place CS, Possess of Firearm by Fel- 03-29 Lindsay Jo Gautier, 35, Roseboro. Date 05-10-21 03-25 Larry Junior Thompson, 56, Clinton. on. Trial Date 04-16-21 OFA-FTC-Child Support. Bond $250. 03-22 Ashley Nicole Hicks, 31, Dunn. Order for Arrest. Bond $500. Trial Date 04- 03-27 Rufus Kevin Carter, 53, Clinton. Assault Trial Date 05-26-21 Resisting Public Officer. Bond $500. Tri- 16-21 with a Deadly Weapon. Bond $1500. Trial Date 03-29 Johnny Lee Richardson, 59, Clin- al Date 04-28-21 03-25 Desiree Chantel Robinson, 23, Har- 04-12-21 ton. Communicating Threats. Trial Date 03-22 Raymond Thomas Bland, 32, New- rells. Communicating Threats, Fail to Return 03-27 Ernest Ryheam Smith, 25, Rose Hill. 05-03-21 ton Grove. Order for Arrest. Bond $1500. Rental Property. Trial Date 04-19-21 Order for Arrest. Bond $1000. Trial Date 04- 03-29 Wayne Anthony McNeill, 57, Trial Date 06-15-21 03-25 Bradley Justin Watts, 39, Clinton. Or- 28-21 Clinton. Order for Arrest. Bond $500. 03-22 Harold Underwood, 35, Warsaw. der for Arrest. Bond $500. Trial Date 04- 03-27 Edward Allen Best, 36, Clinton. Assault Trial Date 04-16-21 Order for Arrest. Bond $500. Trial Date 16-21 on a Female, Injury to Personal Property, As- 03-29 Robert Thomas Frain, 25, Rose- 06-16-21 03-25 Kacey Jane Tanner, 20, Autryville. sault with a Deadly Weapon. Bond $6000. Trial boro. Order for Arrest. Bond $500. Trial 03-23 Djuan Romario Bell, 49, Clin- Resisting Public Officer. Bond $500. Trial Date 04-20-21 Date 04-22-21 ton. PWISD Marijuana, Order for Arrest. Date 05-20-21 03-27 Ronnell Antwan Jones, 44, Clinton. As- 03-29 Carl Junior Williams, 50, Newton Bond &7500. Trial Date 04-16-21 03-25 Jacob Matthew Hawks, 21, Clinton. sault on a Female. Trial Date 04-13-21 Grove. Cyberstalking. Cyberstalking 04- 03-23 Lydia Nachelle Burden, 26, Saint Order for Arrest. Bond $2000. Trial Date 04- 03-27 Tommy John Greene, 38, Roseboro. As- 22-21 Pauls. FTA- Release Order. Bond $2000. 06-21 sault on a Government Official, Damage to Prop- 03-30 Shauntoya Mechale Aycock, 36, Trial Date 06-25-21 03-25 Demarkus Davis Kerr, 24, Ivanhoe. erty, Resisting Public Officer, Failure to Comply Clinton. (OFA) DWLR Not Impaired, 03-23 Alexander Josef Bohdal, 38, Tur- Att Obtain Property False Pretense, Pos- with Monies, Failure to Appear- Release Order. (OFA0 Canc/Revoked/Susp Certif/Tag, key. Located Wanted Person. Trial Date sess Counterfeit Instrument/Currency. Bond Bond $11940. Trial Date 05-04-21 (OFA) Operate Vehicle No Insurance, 04-16-21 $7500. Trial Date 04-09-21 03-27 Monroe William White, 24, Hampstead. (OFA) Open Container After Cons Alc 03-23 Daniel Edward Trejo-Gary, 29, 03-25 Shakim Oates, 18, Clinton. Possession Order for Arrest. Bond $500. Trial Date 04- 1st. Bond $1000. Trial Date 04-19-21 Clinton. Fictitious Information to Officer. of Stolen Firearm. Bond $7500. Trial Date 21-21 03-30 Emmitt Ray Jackson, 31, Faison. Bond $500. Trial Date 04-12-21 04-16-21 03-27 Santos Carsahana, 60, Faison. Assault on Trespass, Possess Open Container. Trial 03-23 Joshua Adam Marion, 25, Warsaw. 03-25 Misty Nicole Mishoe, 42, Clinton. a Female. Trial Date 06-14-21 Date 04-19-21 Sex Exploit Minor. Bond $100000. Trial Possess Meth, Possess Marijuana, Possess 03-27 Zachary Tanner Thornton, 27, Clinton. Date 03-29-21 Drug Paraphernalia. Bond $5000. Trial Date Intoxicated and Disruptive. Trial Date 06-09-21 INCIDENT REPORTS 03-23 Michelle Melvin, 28, Roseboro. 04-16-21 03-28 Terry Lynette Melvin, 56, Garland. Sec- 03-22 Maurice Williams reported Bur- Possession of Heroin, Possession of Meth, 03-25 Michael Anthony Sparkman Jr, 28, ond Degree Trespass, Communicating Threats. glary/Breaking & Entering- television Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond Clinton. Possess Meth, Possess Marijuana, Bond $500. Trial Date 05-03-21 $200. $40000. Trial Date 04-16-21 Possess Drug Paraphernalia. Bond $5000. 03-28 Melinda Ellen McCullen, 43, Newton 03-26 Latoya Price reported Damage to 03-23 Seth Hudson Giddens, 37, Newton Trial Date 04-16-21 Grove. Order for Arrest. Bond $1500. Trial Property- tire and rim $300. Grove. OFA-Release Order. Bond $1600. 03-25 Kendra Cherie Register, 32, Clinton. Date 04-20-21 03-27 Faustin Belias reported Damage to Trial Date 04-15-21 Fict/Alt Title/Reg Card/Tag, No Liability In- 03-28 Jonathan Seth Raynor, 34, Clinton. Property- tires $200. 03-23 Adonis Lee Tommer, 30, Turkey. surance, Possess Meth, Possess Marijuana, WFA- Assault on a Female. Bond $500. Trial 03-27 Ciara Thomas reported Damage to Order for Arrest. Bond $2000. Trial Date Possess Drug Paraphernalia. Bond $6000. Date 05-11-21 Property- automobile $5000. 03-29-21 Trial Date 04-16-21 03-28 Tyreise Nyshawn Carroll, 22, Clinton. 03-27 Wellie Sutton reported Theft of 03-23 Tanequa Shantel Winston, 35, 03-25 Byron Scott Brewer, 26, Clinton. Pos- Simple Possession of Schedule VI CS. Trial Motor Vehicle Parts- license plate $35. Fayetteville. OFA-Release Order. Bond sess Drug Paraphernalia, Possess Meth, Pos- Date 07-26-21 03-28 Sandra Davis reported Lost or Sto- $500. Trial Date 03-29-21 sess Marijuana, Possess Drug Paraphernalia. 03-29 Efren Teron Boykin, 39, Salemburg. len Cell Phone- Smart Phone $400. 03-24 Joshua Adam Marion, 25, Warsaw. Bond $6000. Trial Date 04-16-21 DWI, Possess Meth, Rear Lamp Violation. 03-28 Carl Dudley reported Breaking Fail to Report New Address- Sex Offend- 03-26 Jessis Kahem Henry, 30, Clinton. Bond $750. Trial Date 05-03-21 and Entering other Building- watercraft er. Trial Date 04-16-21 Possess Cocaine, Possess with Intent to Sell 03-29 Cristhian Eloy Cespedesarias, 23, Clin- equipment $400. 03-24 Jessica Castaldo, 42, Clinton. Or- and Deliver Cocaine, Trafficking Cocaine, ton. Concealed Handgun Permit Violation, 03-29 Mary Bradshaw reported Damage der for Arrest. Bond $500. Trial Date 06- Possess Marijuana, Posses Drug Parapher- Speeding. Trial Date 07-14-21 to Property- automobile $100. 15-21 nalia, Driving While License Revoked. Bond 03-29 Kevin Lamont Cooper, 27, Candler. 03-29 Sudie Richardson reported Larce- 03-24 Joseph Riddle, 52, Erwin. Misde- $265000. Trial Date 04-16-21 Headlamp Violation, No Insurance. Trial Date ny of firearm. meanor Worthless Checks. Trial Date 06- 03-26 Michael Stanley Draughan, 65, Clin- 06-07-21 03-30 Veronica Watson reported Theft 28-21 ton. DWI, DWLR Impaired Rev. Bond 03-29 Thomas Calvin Pope, 34, Dunn. Felo- from Motor Vehicle- credit cards, money 03-24 Ira Eugene Faircloth, 46, Clinton. $5000. Trial Date 04-13-21 ny Larceny, Obtain Property by False Pretense. $500, purse $100. Order for Arrest. Bond $315. Trial Date 03-26 Brandon Lee Strange, 19, Clarkton. Bond $5000. Trial Date 04-16-21 04-19-21 Burglary/Breaking & Entering. 03-29 Chy’na Simone Chestnutt, 24, Clinton. * The Crime Report is 03-24 Molly Lopez, 46, Newton Grove. 03-26 Gregory Joel Smith, 31, Salemburg. Order for Arrest. Bond $500. Trial Date 04- provided by the Sampson Order for Arrest. Bond $500. Trial Date FTA- Release Order, Sex Offender Residence 21-21 04-19-21 Violation, Fail to Report New Address. Bond 03-29 Miguel Ange Arroyo, 21, Roseboro. Or- County Sheriff’s Office 03-25 Patsy Jordan Wynn, 55, Garland. $27000. Trial Date 04-16-21 der for Arrest. Bond $500. Trial Date 04-21-21 and the Clinton City Police OFA Fail to Comply with Monies. Bond 03-26 Derrick McWhorter, 52, Clinton. Or- 03-29 Evelyn Elaine Stanley, 51, Fayetteville. Department. Bond $2000. Trial Date 04-22-21 FEMA, cont Pg 1 incurred funeral expenses after Jan. 20, 2020 for a death attributed to COVID-19. -Funeral expense documents (receipts, funeral home contract, etc.) -If multiple individuals contributed toward funeral expenses, they should apply under a single ap- that include the applicant’s name, the deceased individual’s name, plication as applicant and co-applicant. FEMA will also consider documentation from other individ- the amount of funeral expenses and dates the funeral expenses were uals not listed as the applicant and co-applicant who may have incurred funeral expenses as part of incurred. the registration for the deceased individual. -Proof of funds received from other sources specifically for use toward -An applicant may apply for multiple deceased individuals. funeral costs. Funeral assistance may not duplicate benefits received -The COVID-19-related death must have occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territo- from burial or funeral insurance, financial assistance received from ries and the District of Columbia. voluntary agencies, federal/state/local/tribal/territorial government -This assistance is limited to a maximum financial amount of $9,000 per funeral and a maximum of programs or agencies, or other sources. $35,500 per application. For more information about this assistance, visit COVID-19 Funeral Funeral assistance is intended to assist with expenses for funeral services and interment or crema- Assistance | FEMA.gov. tion.

In the coming weeks, a dedicated 800 number will be established to help individuals who apply. In the meantime, potential applicants are encouraged to start gathering the following documentation: -An official death certificate that attributes the death to COVID-19 and shows that the death oc- curred in the United States. The death certificate must indicate the death “may have been caused by” or “was likely the result of” COVID-19 or COVID-19-like symptoms. Similar phrases that indicate a high likelihood of COVID-19 are considered sufficient attribution.

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FAMILY FEATURES rom tasty small bites to a filling feast and even dessert for breakfast, brunch options are nearly endless. Take Fyour spring brunch to the next level with recipes that appease appetites of all kinds. First, start with portioned pastry cups perfect for appetizers. Bring out the protein-packed breakfast burritos for the main course then, for a final touch of sweet deliciousness, offer up lemony doughnuts to cap off the feast. Find more brunch recipes at Culinary.net.

Bite-Sized Breakfast Appetizer-sized portions and small bites of all sorts are ideal for breakfast spreads, and these Pastry Brunch Cups are perfect for starting a morning meal with loved ones. Or, if a busy schedule looms, try baking a batch and separating into appropriate serving sizes for a simple way to meal prep heading into a new week. Find more breakfast recipes at Culinary.net.

Pastry Brunch Cups Servings: 18 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 1/2 cups milk 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese 2 sheets puff pastry 18 eggs 2 cups diced ham chopped fresh green onions Heat oven 375 F. In small saucepan, melt butter. Whisk flour with butter. Gradually pour in milk, whisking each time. Bring to simmer, whisking until mixture starts to thicken. Remove from heat; stir in Swiss cheese. Set aside. Use rolling pin to thin out puff pastries. Cut each into nine squares. Line pastry squares in muffin cups, pressing bottoms down firmly and moving pastries up sides for edges to come up just over muffin tins. Fill each cup with 1 teaspoon cheese sauce. Crack one egg into each cup and sprinkle each with diced ham. Bake 10-15 minutes until eggs set. Sprinkle with chopped green onions.

Power Brunch with a Protein-Packed Burrito 1/2 cup milk 4 large tortillas A well-rounded brunch calls for a multitude of dishes and bev- 1 cup spinach erages, but it wouldn’t be complete without a protein-packed recipe to get the day started. 1 1/2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled This delicious Breakfast Burrito is loaded with colorful 1/4 cup cilantro veggies and Silver Fern Farms 100% grass-fed strip steak. 1 avocado Hailing from New Zealand, home to some of the world’s most lime wedges (optional) natural tasting beef and lamb, this premium cut of beef is hot sauce (optional) aged 21 days and minimally processed with no added growth Remove steak from packaging and set aside 10 minutes. Once hormones or antibiotics. The animals are grass-fed year-round steak reaches room temperature, heat pan over medium-high heat. and allowed to roam and graze freely, so the beef offers a lean, Rub steak with oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. flavorful texture that tastes just as nature intended. Cook until medium-rare, approximately 3-4 minutes each Visit silverfernfarms.com to find more at-home side. Remove from pan and cover loosely with tinfoil to rest brunch inspiration. 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and add splash of oil. Add onion; cook 1 minute. Add red bell pepper and mushrooms; cook Breakfast Burrito 1 minute. 1 Silver Fern Farms New Zealand 100% Grass-Fed Add cumin, paprika and chili powder; stir through. New York Strip Steak (10 ounces) When veggies are tender (about 2 minutes), add tomato and oil cook until soft. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. salt, to taste In large bowl, whisk eggs, milk and salt and pepper, to taste. pepper, to taste Heat pan to medium heat and add splash of oil. 1/2 onion, finely chopped Pour egg mixture into pan and cook, lifting and folding 1 red bell pepper, sliced lengthwise eggs until thickened and no visible liquid egg remains. Do 4 large mushrooms, sliced not stir constantly. 1 teaspoon cumin Lay tortillas on flat surface or plate. 1 teaspoon paprika In center of tortilla, add cooked veggies and top with thinly 1/2-1 teaspoon chili powder sliced beef. Add handful of spinach, scrambled eggs, crumbled 1 tomato, finely chopped feta, cilantro and avocado. Fold bottom of tortilla and roll. 8 eggs Serve with lime wedges and hot sauce, if desired.

Dine on Deliciously 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Sweet Doughnuts Lemon Curd (optional): Brunch is never complete without something 1 stick unsalted butter, softened sweet to cap off the morning feast, and dough- 1 1/2 cups Domino Golden Sugar nuts are often the perfect complement to an 2 large eggs array of main courses. 2 egg yolks These Lemon Ricotta Doughnuts pair the 4 lemons, zest and juice only bite-sized morsels with lemon curd (if that suits 1/8 teaspoon salt your style) for a sweet-tart combination. They’re To make doughnuts: In large saucepan, preheat made using Domino Golden Sugar, which is oil to 350 F. Prepare cookie sheet with paper made from pure cane sugar and is less processed towel to drain doughnuts once out of hot oil. than white granulated sugar, as one you can In bowl, mix flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking always trust in your favorite recipes. It works powder and salt. Add lemon zest, eggs, cup-for-cup just like white sugar but with a ricotta cheese and vanilla extract; mix golden color and distinct hint of molasses flavor. until well combined. Visit dominosugar.com to find recipes Use ice cream scoop to scoop small amounts perfect for entertaining and celebrating dough into oil, 4-5 pieces at a time. Fry each throughout the year. batch until golden brown, about 7 minutes. Keep oil at or near 350 F; if oil is too hot, doughnuts will turn golden brown but centers may still be Lemon Ricotta Doughnuts raw. Remove from oil and drain in paper towel. Prep time: 20 minutes Repeat with remaining dough. Cook time: 7 minutes While still hot, toss doughnuts with remain- Doughnuts: ing sugar. Vegetable oil, for frying To make lemon curd, if desired: In large bowl 2 cups all-purpose flour of stand mixer, cream butter and sugar until 1 3/4 cups Domino Golden Sugar, divided light and fluffy. Add eggs and egg yolks, one at 2 tablespoons baking powder a time. Add lemon zest, lemon juice and salt. 1/4 teaspoon salt Transfer mixture to saucepan and cook 2 tablespoons lemon zest at low-medium heat until thick and creamy, 5 large eggs stirring constantly. Remove from heat and let 1 3/4 cups ricotta cheese cool before serving with doughnuts. Week of April 2-8, 2021 www.thesampsonweekly.com 9 EDUCATION Union Elementary School Third Term Grading Period

Grade 2 Superintendent’s List Mason Chvira, Jackson Smutko, Isaac Clinton City and Sampson Vasquez Sevilla, Kimora Whitted County Schools Take the ‘NC Principal’s List Jean Altidor, Haven Bradford, Quentin First in FAFSA’ Challenge to Highsmith, Lillie Hood, Victor Lopez Rojas, Demarcus McKoy, Benjamin Newton, La- nessa Parker, Alana Powell, Jocelyn Ruiz-Ve- Send More Students to College lasco, Jaslyn Sevilla, Erick Velazquez-Lopez High schools across North Carolina are competing for grants in the School Challenge

Honor Roll Clinton City, NC - Clinton City Schools and Sampson County Schools have officially ac- Ivan Alberto Lopez, Aliany Aldridge, Amber Aycock Bordeaux, Harold Barbo- cepted North Carolina’s First in FAFSA Challenge to help send more local high school sa, timothy Barnes, Jualian Bautista, Camden Brewer, Hailey Brininger, Ty’ontre seniors to college. Union High School and all of Clinton City high schools are competing against each other and hundreds of other high schools across the state to increase their FAF- Burden, Dustin Carter, Jesus Castro Santos, Theo Duncan, Maria Escobar Diaz, SA completion rates. Jeremiah Escorza Paguada, Na’Jae Faison, Preston Fields, Alexia Flores Navar- ro, Fidel Garcia, Abril Garcia, Aaron Garcia, Angela Gonzalez, Samuel Gonza- myFutureNC, along with Carolina Demography, College Foundation of North Carolina, lez, Eryn Kirby, Clark Licona-Rodriguez, Abigail Lopez-Sanchez, Emily Martinez College Advising Corps, the Hunt Institute, and the John M. Belk Endowment, are spon- Gonzalez, Joel Menocal Rubio, Landon Norris, Stephan Ovcharuk, Jorge Pineda soring the NC First in FAFSA School Challenge to motivate students to take full advantage Gomez, Christopher Rackley, David Roblero Bravo, Kevin Rodriguez Martinez, of free federal aid to help them pay for college. Studies show students who complete the FAFSA are far more likely to enroll in higher education. Katie Smith, Remee Smith, Asuzena Soto-Flores “The FAFSA is the first step to free or affordable college so we are thrilled to see 100% of our school districts across North Carolina participating in our First in FAFSA Challenge,” said Cecilia Holden, CEO of myFutureNC. “We are especially grateful to the district lead- Dr. H. Edward Croom ers, school principals, counselors, faculty, and staff at these high schools who are helping so many students and their families complete the FAFSA and take that first step for a lifetime Inaugurated as UMO’s Sixth President of opportunity and success.” NC First in FAFSA launched the inaugural FAFSA Challenge this semester to encourage high schools to earn the highest FAFSA completion rate and implement innovative strat- egies to support FAFSA completion locally. 494 North Carolina high schools or 75% of public high schools across the state have registered for the challenge.

Schools compete in the Challenge with schools of similar size and type, with winners earn- ing a $500 grant in each of the following categories:

-Highest percentage of completed FAFSAs -Highest percent increase in FAFSA completion rate -Best FAFSA completion strategy

The Challenge will conclude on June 30th, 2021 with winners announced by July 31st, 2021. Schools can keep track of their progress with the NC First in FAFSA Tracker to iden- tify specific areas of need and create targeted efforts to increase attainment. Final FAFSA completion rates are calculated using FAFSA completion data from the U.S. Department of Education and final high school graduation counts from NC DPI.

Currently, Cooperative Innovative High Schools (CIHS) are not listed in the Leaderboard for data limitation reasons. CIHS schools include an array of graduating seniors by grade level which makes it challenging to calculate the true FAFSA completion rate for these schools. Updates to the leaderboard are made on the second Tuesday of each month. Winners will be announced in Summer 2021.

ABOUT NC FIRST IN FAFSA: NC First in FAFSA is a myFutureNC Collaborative that focuses on increasing the number of high school seniors who complete the FAFSA application. Increasing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, completion rate is a fundamental step in North Caroli- MOUNT OLIVE – The University of Mount Olive (UMO) held the virtual inauguration of na’s efforts to meet our state’s 2 million by 2030 postsecondary educational attainment goal. Dr. H. Edward Croom as its sixth president on Thursday, March 25. The program included Students who complete the FAFSA are more likely to enroll in higher education, persist in greetings from representatives of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, students, alumni, the their college coursework, and obtain a degree. Original Free Will Baptist (OFWB) denomination, and the Town of Mount Olive. It also featured musical performances by Alumna Brandy Smith, Carolina Sound, and The Univer- Partners include Carolina Demography, College Foundation of North Carolina, College Ad- sity of Mount Olive Concert Choir. vising Corps, the Hunt Institute, and the John M. Belk Endowment. Earl Worley, Chair of the UMO Board of Trustees, said, “For those of you that don’t know For more information on NC First in FAFSA, visit myfuturenc.org/first-in-fafsa/. Dr. Croom, I can tell you both personally and professionally that he is drawn to pursuing big ideas, to embracing challenges, and to facing tough questions. He is a strategic thinker and I couldn’t imagine a more imaginative, creative, and likable campus leader. With his eastern North Carolina roots, his Original Free Will Baptist heritage, and his extensive and UMO students. “Change has been rapid,” he said. He praised both faculty and staff for skilled career in education and leadership, he is uniquely positioned to lead this institution their dedicated efforts in providing students with exceptional opportunities, and “keeping to new heights.” the wheels turning regardless of how bumpy the path may be.”

Board member Donnie Lassiter said, “Dr. Croom is the epitome of what our University The theme of his message was, “Start with a Dream. Serve with a Purpose. Finish with a needs to continue and strengthen our role as a leading university in eastern North Carolina Future.” Indicating a personal preference for white board discussions, Croom said, “We and beyond. He is foremost a man of God along with being a lifetime Free Will Baptist. will spend a great deal of time in front of white boards as we make our long range plans In addition, he is a very well respected member of the academic community in North Car- for the future.” In those white board sessions, Croom pointed out that the University must olina.” constantly re-evaluate to make sure students are leaving with workforce ready qualities. “I strongly believe that just providing our students with a degree is simply not enough Noting that there has never been any requirement that the University president had to be a anymore,” he said. “Societal demands change rapidly and we must graduate students pastor or a member of the OFWB Church, Gary Baily, Director of Convention Services for ready to meet those demands.” the Convention of OFWB, said, “We have been supportive of presidents who were mem- bers of our church and of those who were not. But, we are extremely proud of the fact that After establishing the University’s direction Croom said, “…it will be important for us to Dr. Croom is one of us. Dr. Croom, we are grateful for your faith, your expertise, and your serve, and serve with a purpose. It is my thought that, for the University of Mount Olive humility.” to thrive in the future we must create a sense of need from our community and stake- holders,” he said. “I believe that the success of the University of Mount Olive is directly Representing the traditional student body, Alan Farrior said, “As a former Johnston County proportional to our ability to build strong relationships in the future.” Schools student, I have personally experienced your leadership style. I know, firsthand, that you will put the academic and emotional needs of students first. You have made and will Beyond his dreams of service and relationship building, Croom spoke on the business of continue to make decisions that will allow this campus, its programs, and its people to grow leading a University. “Part of my responsibility as President is to make sure we operate in successfully. As we’ve seen with the COVID-19 pandemic, you have already proven that a manner that creates a level of financial stability,” he said. “When my tenure here is fin- you can see us through difficult times.” ished, I must make absolutely sure I have provided a foundation for a bright future ahead. It will not be easy and will require difficult decisions. As President, we will operate with Treyvon Webb, a member of the graduate student body, quoted John C. Maxwell, “‘A good a sound business model.” leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.’ Dr. Croom, I have no doubt that you will guide our University with honesty, trustworthiness, justice, courage, In closing, Croom said, “We will hold true to our mission which is to serve our students, responsibility, gratitude, care, and respect. I look forward to your leadership of service with our founding church, and our communities. We will be as transparent as possible and purpose. May we follow in the footsteps of those who helped make this University great communicate often in an effort to build trusting relationships. If we seek His (God’s) face, and dared to dream!” dream and dream big, serve others in a manner that builds relationships - then we will Steeped in tradition, Dr. Croom was sworn in using his grandfather’s family Bible. Croom truly provide an opportunity for all of our stakeholders to finish with a future!” was also presented with a presidential medallion, a wooden replica of the official University seal. The full inauguration ceremony can be found at https://umo.edu/inauguration/.

In his inaugural address, Croom spoke about the quick and consistent changes that have oc- The University of Mount Olive is a private institution rooted in the liberal arts tradition curred since he joined UMO, noting changes in leadership, COVID-19 and resulting remote with defining Christian values. The University is sponsored by the Convention of Original teaching and learning, as well as the tragic vehicle accident that claimed the lives of four Free Will Baptists. For more information, visit www.umo.edu.

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Faith without Works is Dead (James 2:14-26) Rachel’s Son Joseph is Born (Genesis 30:22–24) 12 www.thesampsonweekly.com Week of April 2-8 2021 FAITH O God of love and promise, where’s joy this Easter Day? With sanctuaries empty, may homes become the place Easter Celebration We ponder resurrection and celebrate your grace. Our joy won’t come from worship that’s in a crowded room But from the news of women who saw the empty tomb. Our joy comes from disciples who ran with haste to see-- Who heard that Christ is risen, and then, by grace, believed.

In all the grief and suffering, may we remember well: Christ suffered crucifixion and faced the powers of hell. Each Easter bears the promise: Christ rose that glorious day! Now nothing in creation can keep your love away.

We thank you that on Easter, your church is blessed to be A scattered, faithful body that’s doing ministry. In homes and in the places of help and healing, too, We live the Easter message by gladly serving You.

Keep singing, let’s repeat the last verse, and sincerely consider the depth of that last line: “We live the Easter message by gladly serving You!”

We are most Blessed to live in full Revelation of God’s Love - Jesus’ death on the Cross, and His Glorious Resurrection as our Lord and Savior! Therefore, because of What a surprise was in store for me as I opened our side door on the morning of Good that first Easter, we have the privilege and the responsibility of daily living our Lord’s Friday! There hanging on the doorknob was a bag containing a piece of sheet music. Great Commission. Yes, dear Christians, We Are Saved To Serve! I am pretty sure that an angel left it there, not knowing what a Blessing it would be to my thirsty soul. You understand, I’m sure. Because we are living in unprecedented Our Easter song says that the church is “A scattered faithful body that’s doing ministry circumstances this Easter 2020, we will not be able to gather as usual with others in our in homes and in places of help and healing.” Even as the body of the church, we had places of worship to Celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus. We will not join our hearts become quite accustomed to being so busy - so much to do- so many distractions. But, and voices in Praise, Adoration, Worship and Recommitment. Somehow it will not be upon reflection our prevailing question now must be: Were we busy with the right the same. Yes, something is missing! Our Heavenly Father created us to “Hunger and kind of busyness, the Heavenly Father’s business? Believers, we have a mission to thirst after righteousness”, and our souls certainly do need refreshing during “Such a fulfill! Even in this time of “staying at home”, as we go about the daily of our lives, we time as this”. must commit ourselves to doing His business until He comes. And, as we prepare our hearts to Serve, may we devote more time to our Heavenly Father in quiet meditation, And so, in that simple plastic bag that was left at my door, there was a much-needed Bible study and prayer. measure of refreshment for me, an Easter Celebration song. The words were penned by Carolyn W. Gillette amid this Coronavirus Pandemic to the tune of one of the church’s Let’s all get serious about LOVE. Starting with myself, what if we: best-loved hymns, “The Church’s One Foundation”. The words are so appropriate, I Gave a little more generously….Loved a little more genuinely…Witnessed a lit- could hardly wait to sing all five verses. Now I invite you to sing along with me. tle more sincerely…and made up our minds to GO to greater lengths to touch this hurting world for Christ? Your world is This Easter celebration is not like ones we’ve known. right where you are right now…where you live…work…play... We pray in isolation, we sing the hymns alone. attend church. We’re distant from our neighbors, from worship leaders, too.

No flowers grace the chancel to set a festive mood. Just think what an impact we could have if we simply lived thus: “I was on my way to the Savior and ran into serving and loving No gathered choirs are singing; no banners lead the way. others!” Martha M. Pierce In the pit of sin Romans 3:23, “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;”

How often do you hear someone use the word sin? Merriam-Webster defines sin as an offense against religious or moral law. Some might say that when we commit sin we are missing the target of God’s holy standard. The apostle Paul writes about sin in Galatians 5:19-21, “Now the works of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, moral impurity, promiscuity, 20 idolatry, sorcery, hatreds, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambitions, dissensions, factions, 21 envy, drunkenness, carousing, and anything similar, about which I tell you in advance-as I told you before-that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.” It is difficult for many individuals to acknowledge they are sinners. However, we have to ac- knowledge that we are sinners if we are to ever find the right standing with God.

We know that from the Bible everybody is a sinner. Regardless of our skin color, the size of our checking account or our political allegiance, we all find ourselves in the cold pit of sin. Unless we are willing to confess our sins to God and turn to Him for forgiveness we will remain in the pit. God offers His grace and mercy to anyone who will reach out to Him. We may try to pull ourselves out of the pit of sin by doing good deeds, but we will always come up short. Only through the work of Jesus can OPEN DOOR MINISTRY we overcome our sinful past. If we deny or ignore that we need the grace of God we are living a lie. Without admitting our sin nature, we can never reach that feeling of reconciliation with God that is necessary to spend eternity with Him in Heaven. David, the psalmist wrote “For I Know The Plans in Psalm 32:5, “I acknowledged my sin to You, and my iniquity I have not hidden. I Have For You, I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,” and You forgave the iniquity Declares The Lord, of my sin.” It takes courage to admit our transgressions to God like David did. Our Plans To Prosper You life will be filled with joy in the forgiveness found in God. And Not To Harm You, Plans To Give You Many might think that the Bible is outdated and its view of sin is archaic, however Hope And A Future.” God does not change. We might want to ignore the Bible because it convicts us of JEREMIAH 29:11 our wrong, but that would be playing right into the hands of the enemy. Dwight L. Moody proclaimed, “The Bible will keep you from sin, or sin will keep you from the Bible.” By turning away from the Bible, we are much like a sick person that has the medication in front of them, but refuses to take it.

John Wycliffe proclaimed, “Trust wholly in Christ; rely altogether on His sufferings; 910-532-2175 opendooraddictioncenter.org beware of seeking to be justified in any other way than by His righteousness. Faith in our Lord Jesus Christ is sufficient for salvation. There must be atonement made for sin according to the righteousness of God. The person to make this atonement must 30-Day Residential Treatment Program be God and man.” Sin will drive a deep wedge between us Searching for a drug and alcohol rehab that is faith-based using God's Word and a relationship with God. Sin that is left unchecked will the Bible and Christian values? Open Door Ministry, located in Delway, destroy families, friendships and fortunes. Sin might taste North Carolina, is a Christ centered program that teaches freedom from a life sweet like rat poison, but its path leads to death. dominating sin. Open Door Ministry is a 30-day residential program that teaches victory over the flesh through Jesus Christ and the truths in the Bible. We also offer two 30 day extensions for a total of 90 days. This is done one This week I encourage you to confront your sins with the day at a time through classroom teaching, victory cd's, personal soul care, knowledge that Christ can forgive. We are loved by the chapel services and work projects. One who gave His only son to pay the price for our rebel- lion. Even when you have been forgiven by Christ some Rev. Ken Smith might want to remind you of your dark past or your time Atkinson Baptist Office: 910-532-2175 Email: [email protected] spent in the pit of sin, but be of good cheer that Jesus has Website: opendooraddictioncenter.org Church destroyed any record of our sin. Week of April 2-8 2021 www.thesampsonweekly.com 13 OBITUARIES HARRELLS and Gift. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by Church Fellowship Hall, 5043 NC Hwy 210, Harrells. Interment Mrs. Lula “Mary” Killett Alford, siblings, David Sinclair, Harold Sinclair, J. W. Sinclair, and Lillie will follow the service in the church’s cemetery. Rev. Scott Conner 65, of 1910 Tomahawk Hwy., Mae Tart. Survivors include: daughters, Connie Lee and Shelia and Rev. Tim Evans will preside over the service. Thelma Faye Harrells passed away Tuesday, Jacobs; grandchildren, Kelly Carter, Melissa Godwin, Victoria leaves to cherish her memory two sons: Reverend Tim Evans and March 30, 2021 at SECU Crystal Bishop, Ashley Jacobs, Thomas Jacobs, Cody Jacobs; nine great- wife Amy of Wade, Lee Evans and wife Fran of Harrells, one Coast Hospice House in Goldsboro. grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; and sisters, Helen daughter: Elizabeth Faircloth and husband Jim of Harrells, five Ms. Alford was born December 06, Hairr, Clara West and Faye Bullock. Online condolences may be grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, two sisters: Sylvia Wells 1955 in Sampson Co. the daughter sent to the family at www.crumpler-honeycutt.com. and husband Joe of Harrells, Diane Lippincutt and husband Tom of the late Willie Killett and Pearl of Wilmington and one sister-in-law: Linda Smith of Summerville, Killett. She was preceded in death ROSEBORO SC. A public viewing will be held on Saturday, April 03, 2021 from by seven brothers, Albert Lane, Willie Killett, George Lane, A Celebration of Life. At the age of 12:00-12:45 PM at the church prior to the service. The family will Freeman Killett, Ronnie Killett, Terry Killett and Bobby Killett. 95, on March 30, 2021, God sent his receive friends after the service in the Fellowship Hall. Praise be to A graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, April heavenly angles to call our beloved God that Thelma Faye has met the Lord face to face; and reunited 07, 2021 Keathern Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery by the Edith Carroll home from trails and with her husband and loved ones; and all of heaven. Reverend Willie C. Alford and Reverend Harvey C. Robinson, strife to a land of everlasting peace. Sr. Mrs. Alford is survived by her husband Roger Bruce Alford, Born to the late Lizzie Blackman MIDWAY one son, Bruce Alford and wife Latoya of Charlotte, NC, one and Lee Freeman, she lived a joyous Gene Rogers Faircloth, Sr., age 84 of daughter, Latora R. Alford of Harrells, three sisters, Patricia life. Although she has no children, the Midway Community in Sampson Marable of Clinton, Dorothy Shephard of Raleigh, Betty Cogdell she was a mother to many. She was County, went to be with his Heavenly and husband Jerry of Fayetteville, one brother, Freddie Lane of sharing, kind and instilled hard work, Father on Wednesday, March 24, Clinton, 5 grandchildren. The public will be received on Tuesday, and high values to all. She enjoyed fishing, cooking and sewing. A 2021 at Cape Fear Valley Hospital in April 06, 2021 from 1:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M., with family present from graveside funeral will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, April 02, 2021 Fayetteville. Gene was born on July 5:00P.M.-6:00P.M. at Carter Funeral Home in Garland. Services at Roseboro Snow Hill Cemetery in Roseboro. The Reverend 4, 1936 in Harnett County the son of provided by Carter Funeral Home, Garland. www.carterfh.com. John M. Melvin will be officiating. She was a member of Sam the late David Faircloth and Georgia Spring AME Zion Church of Roseboro, NC. She was married to Grantham Faircloth and is preceded CLINTON the late James Carroll (2nd husband) and Lorenzo Hargrove (1st in death by his first wife, Ivar Paul Louise Mattocks Beheler, 88, husband). She is also preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Johnson Faircloth and his step-father, James Faircloth. He is also passed away on Sunday, March 28, Lizzie Freeman, and her brothers, Levis and Lee Frank Freeman preceded in death by brothers, Jimmy and Bobby Faircloth; sisters, 2021 at Mary Gran Nursing Home. and one of the many children she raised, Jessie Hargrove. She Martha F. Whitley, Shelvy Jean Bell, Kathy Faircloth and Judy F. A Funeral Service was held at 3 pm is survived by her sister Ethel Newkirk, nephews, Lee Newkirk Hilliard. When Gene turned 18 years old he told his parents he on Thursday, April 1st at Royal- (Lynda), Roy Newkirk, Ronnie Newkirk, Curtis Newkirk (Evelyn), was leaving the farm and getting a job, so he left for Norfolk, Hall Funeral Home with Rev. E.C. Levis Freeman, Jimmy Hargrove whom she raised a son (Marylin), Virginia and stayed with his uncle and aunt where he went to work Mattocks and Rev. Cameron Dunn nieces, Ella McCutcheon (Dana), Emma Bumbry (Carl), Reba at a Nursery, he then went to work on a Tugboat where he helped officiating. Burial followed in the Morrison (Calvin), Valerie Morris and Marie Lewis. She also build the James River Bridge. He then joined the U.S. Army in Clinton Cemetery. Born on October leaves to morn many other nephews and nieces and a special friend 1955 and stayed in for 3 years. He decided he was tired of staying 1, 1932 in Jones County, Louise was Priscilla Culberth of whom she cherished. A viewing was held on out in the woods so he joined the U.S. Air Force and retired with the daughter of the late Robert Lee and Rossie Banks Mattocks Thursday, April 01, 2021 from 1:00-6:00 PM at Carter Funeral 26 years of service. He served in the Vietnam War and proudly and the widow of Robert “Sonny” Beheler. She was a 60-year Home in Garland. served his country. He loved the military and being stationed at member of Grove Park Baptist Church and also a faithful member multiple Bases. He received the Heroism Medal, Distinguished of the church choir. She retired as a manager with Carolina BRONX, NY Flying Cross, Vietnam Service Medal, Citations and many other Telephone after thirty-three years of service and carried on with Barbara Jean Parker Cruz was Commemorative Medals. He was a part of the “Bat Patrol” during that career with AT&T and Sprint for an additional ten years. In born to Stacey and Reva Parker in the Vietnam War, his plane’s wing was hit by enemy fire and was her spare time, her and Sonny loved to go to different shagging Sampson county, NC and attended brought down, but he landed safely. He received the Bronze Star events, where they were avid shaggers. She had a heart of gold school in Sampson County until she Medal for his heroism during this time. He was a flight engineer and would lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. She loved moved to New York City where she on a C 130 Airplane. He retired on October 31, 1981 with the rank her family more than anything, especially her grandchildren. She attended The College for Human of Senior Master Sargent at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. Gene is survived by her daughters: Diane Andrews Faircloth (Marty Services where she graduated married Ivar Johnson in 1956, he and his wife had three children, Nordan) of Clinton; Lisa Andrews Dixon (Jimmy Gainey) of with one Masters degree, and later his family was able to go with him when he was sent to Okinawa Clinton; five grandchildren: Teri Shaw Lanik (Joel), Travis studied to receive another Masters and Japan and other places. After retirement, Gene and Ivar bought Faircloth (Tabitha), Dana Dixon, Ross Dixon and Madison Dixon; degree, amongst other educational a home in Erwin, and moved back to be close to their families. great-granddaughter, Virginia Isabelle “GiGi” Lanik; sisters-in- certificates, and awards. She worked as a Teacher until she retired. Gene’s wife, Ivar, died in 1984. Gene met Martha Sue in November law, Eula Mattocks and Lois Sandy; several nieces and nephews She Attended Bethel Church under Bishop Bell Senior and Junior 1985 and they got married in May, 1986. After retiring from service and Quisha Hampton and Mallard Newkirk for their love and care in Manhattan NY, and later, after moving to the Bronx NY; Refuge and returning home Gene worked for Pinkerton Security at Erwin during this difficult time. In addition to her parents and husband, Temple Annex under Bishop Fields Senior and Junior. in the Mills and then worked at Waste Industries. Gene and Martha she was preceded in death by her grandson, Ross Shaw and her Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ organization, she has over 50 Sue did a lot of traveling going to Germany, Italy, Hawaii and brothers: Bob, Gene, Calvin and Kit Mattocks. Visitation was held years of service; including serving as a Missionary President, on many other places, they even went multiple times on a cruise. following the service at the cemetery on Thursday; and other times the Usher board, on the choir, in Evangelism/Outreach, and with Gene loved to hunt and fish, he loved to go flounder gigging and at the home of her granddaughter, Dana Dixon, 243 Beaman St., the Youth Department. Preceded in death is her Husband of 57 even bought a Flounder Boat and enjoyed taking his family and Apt 15, Clinton. Flowers are welcome, or memorials may be made years, Hector Manuel Cruz, Mother, Reva Owens Parker, Father, friends fishing. Gene enjoyed getting the land ready for planting in Louise’s honor to the American Cancer Society online at www. Stacey Lee Parker, of Salemburg NC, Brother, Willie James the garden. He enjoyed watching what he planted grow, however cancer.org. Royal-Hall is honored to serve the Beheler Family. Parker, and Sister Sarah Louise Parker of Roseboro NC, and Sister when it got time to pick the vegetables Gene always had other Peggy Jeanette Parker Williams of Henderson NC. She leaves to plans and wasn’t up for that task. Gene was member of Robert’s CLINTON cherish her memories her Son Stacy Dwayne Cruz (Jacquekeem Grove Original Freewill Baptist Church where he served in the Miss Helen I. Bennett, 90, of 900 Pope Cruz) of Mufreesboro NC, Daughter Michelle Cruz of Men’s Fellowship, Vanguard I Sunday School Class and on the Circle Street, Clinton, passed away Bronx NY, Special Niece Tanya Turner (Ronald) of Henderson Cemetery Committee. He was a member of Woodmen Life, and Monday, March 29, 2021 at Mary NC, Grandchildren; Davon Cruz, Shanekqua Cruz, Dwayne Cruz, was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. A Celebration of Life Gran Nursing Center, Clinton. The Nikkia Campbell (Tony), Ernest Dell Cruz, Destiny Cruz, Sean Funeral Service will be held Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 2:00 burial will be held at 12:30 p.m., Cruz, Desiree Pope-White, eight Great Grandchildren; four girls pm at Robert’s Grove Original Freewill Baptist Church with Friday, April 2, 2021 at Hillcrest and four boys, three God Children Anthony Ballard of Wilmington Dr. Ricky Warren officiating. Burial will follow in the Church Memorial Park. A memorial service NC, Vivian Cohen of Pineland SC, Angela Bell of Staten Island, Cemetery with full military honors. He is survived by: his wife will be held via zoom at a later date. and a special God Daughter Edwina Beth Fields Chism of MD, and of 34 years: Martha Sue Tew Faircloth of the home. Son: Gene Miss Bennett is survived by her a host of family and friends. Graveside Service: Saturday, April 3, R. Faircloth, Jr. and (wife) Marie of Erwin, NC. Daughters: Patty SISTERS-Barbara Jackson Greenwich, CT and Nancy L. Wright 2021 at Bearskin MBC Cemetery in Clinton, NC at 1:00 pm. Public Ellis and (husband) Rick of Grovetown, Ga. and Ginger Bass and of Clinton, NC; BROTHER-Sylvester L. Bennett, Jr. of Pembroke Walkthrough: Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Butler & Son Funeral (husband) Bert of Dunn, NC. Brothers: Joe Faircloth and (wife) Pines, FL. There will be a private viewing for the family. Home in Roseboro, NC from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Graveside Georgia of Fuquay-Varina, NC; Doug Faircloth and (wife) Gloria service will be live-streamed through Butler & Son Facebook page of Zuni, Virginia; Ronnie Faircloth and (wife) Donna of Chaplin, AUTRYVILLE at the time of service. Butler & Son Funeral Home, Inc. Roseboro, S.C. Grandchildren: Gene R. Faircloth, III, Johnny Faircloth, Mr. Mitchell Sherrill Boykin, 57 NC. Molly Deveraux and (husband) Justin, Michael Bass & (wife) of 3929 Howard Road, Autryville Shannon, Shawna Woodward and (husband) Benjamin, Rick Ellis, passed away on Sunday, March CLINTON Jr. and (wife) Sarah. Great Grandchildren: Braydon Woodward & 28, 2021 at UNC Rex Hospital. A Mr. Daniel Williamson, 77 of 2410 Carolyn, Naomi Woodward, Eli Woodward, Leanna Woodward, memorial service will be held at Reedsford Road, Clinton, NC passed Madison Ellis, George Ellis, McKinnley Ellis, Ben Dale, Rachel 12:00 Noon on Saturday, April 3 on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Kitty Bass, Olivia Bass and Charlie Bass Sisters-in-law: Pauline at South River Community Church Askins Hospice Center, Goldsboro, Faircloth of Texas; Linda Fay Faircloth of Virginia Beach, Va. with Rev. Lynn McLaurin officiating. NC. A graveside service will be held Brother-in-law: Johnny Hilliard of Holden Beach, NC. And Many The family will receive friends from at 11am, Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Nieces and Nephews. The family received friends on Saturday, 11:00 - 11:50 AM at the church prior Andrews Chapel Missionary Baptist March 27, 2021 from 12:00 noon – 1:30 pm at Robert’s Grove to the service. Also, the family will receive friends at his home. Church Cemetery, Clinton, NC with Original Freewill Baptist Church. Prior to the service. Flowers Mr. Boykin was a native of Sampson County, the son of Sherrill Rev. Gerald Underwood officiating. are welcomed, but memorials may be made to Robert’s Grove Boykin and Shelby Bass Boykin. He was preceded in death by his Military honors will be observed. Mr. Williamson is survived by Original Freewill Baptist Church, P. O. Box 1173, Dunn, NC father. He was a member of South River Community Church. He his DAUGHTERS-Vonita Williamson of Midland, GA and Lt. Col. 28335 or to The Gene R. and Martha Sue Tew Faircloth Endowed is survived by his wife, Pandora Elaine Boykin; mother, Shelby Demitra Williamson of Hampton, VA; SON-Daniel Williamson Library Fund, at The University of Mount Olive, P.O. Box 90, Boykin; son, Eric Boykin; sister, Terrie Nunnery (special friend, II of Fayetteville, NC; SISTERS-Hattie Vann of Los Vegas, NV, Mount Olive, NC 28365. Attention: Hope Fields. A Service of Randy); brother, Steven Boykin and wife, Dana; step-children, Peggy Williamson of Fayetteville, NC and Dorothy Chavis of Cromartie Miller Funeral Home of Dunn NC. Travis Matthews and wife, Kelli and Jonathan Matthews and wife, Clinton, NC; BROTHERS-Lewis Williamson, James Williamson, Ashley; step-daughter, Taylor Winston; grandchildren, Mason Samuel Williamson and Larry Williamson all of Clinton, NC; 3 ROSEBORO Matthews, Noah Matthews, Cooper Matthews, Sonny Winston, grandchildren. The live-stream will be available AT THE SERVICE Mrs. Karen Nicole Gates, 50 of Ayden Winston and nieces and nephews. Services entrusted to TIME. NOTE: To access the service via Facebook, log on to Roseboro passed away on Sunday, Butler Funeral Home, 401 W. Roseboro Street, Roseboro, NC. your Facebook account and type in Worley Funeral Home. Public March 28, 2021 at the Sampson Viewing at the Cemetery (Mask are required) on Saturday, April 3, Regional Medical Center. A CLINTON 2021 10:30am-11am. memorial service was held at 2:00 Susan Dale Brewington, 62, of PM Thursday, April 1 at Butler 1195 Mt. Moriah Church Road, CLINTON Funeral Home in Roseboro with Rev. passed away Monday, March 29, Mr. Titus D’Marco Demps, 26, of Bryan Strickland officiating. Mrs. 2021 at Southwood Nursing Home. 265 Autumn Leaf Lane, Clinton passed Gates was a native of Cumberland A funeral service will be at 2 PM, away Monday, March 29, 2021. Titus County and was a homemaker. She is Saturday, April 3rd at Crumpler- was born May 06, 1994 in Sampson preceded in death by her father, Jerry Thurman Vinson, Sr. She is Honeycutt Funeral Home with County to Joseph Demps and Cynthia survived by her husband, Bill Gates of the home; mother, Kathryn Rev. Dr. Chris Webb officiating. Lee Owens. He is preceded in death by Cockman of Roseboro; father, James Carter of Texas; brothers, Interment will follow in the New his father: Joseph Demps. Mr. Demps Billy Joe Carter of Texas and Jerry Vinson, Jr. of NC; sister, Kasey Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery. was a teacher for the County Public Whitten (Chad) of Texas; maternal grandfather, Richard Washburn The family will receive friends from 1 PM – 2 PM, just before School System. A funeral service will of NC sister-in-law, Susanne Gates (Craig Soltis); and several the service on Saturday at the funeral home and at other times at be held at 1:00 PM Monday, April 05, nieces and nephews. Services entrusted to Butler Funeral Home, the home. Susan, born May 20, 1958 in Sampson County, was 2021 at Big Piney Missionary Baptist Church, 3245 Big Piney Grove 401 W. Roseboro Street, Roseboro, NC. the daughter of the late Paul Clifton Brewington and Pearlie Road in Clinton. The Rev. Kevin Parrish Sr. will be officiating. Louvenia Ammons Brewington. She worked as a Certified Titus leaves to cherish his memory his mother: Cynthia Owens and STEDMAN Nursing Assistant and was a member of New Bethel Baptist husband Kenneth of Clinton, brother: Tyler Owens of Clinton, two Ms. Hellen June Hairr, 66 of Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by sisters: Chandria Boykin of Fayetteville and Lebourne Owens of Stedman, passed away Friday, March her son Michael Ray Brewington, siblings Paul William “P. W.” Fayetteville. A viewing will be held on Monday, April 05, 2021 prior 26, 2021 at her home surrounded by Brewington, Ronnie Franklin Brewington, Clifton Brewington, to the service from 11:00 AM-12:45 PM at Big Piney Missionary family. The funeral service was held James Alfred Brewington, Gene Purvis Brewington, Edith Gail Baptist Church in Clinton. at 2:00pm Monday, March 29, 2021 (Sis) Locklear, Elise Doan and Timothy Brewington. Survivors at Mount Carmel Church of God include brother Bobby Ray Brewington, and grandson Michael HARRELLS of Prophecy, 1655 Mount Carmel Brewington, and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Thelma Faye Evans, 88, of 186 Church Road, Autryville, with Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.crumpler- Walter K. Evans Rd, Harrells, passed Pastor Bryan Strickland officiating. honeycutt.com. away Monday, March 29, 2021 at her Burial followed at Zoar Pentecostal residence. Thelma Faye was born May Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery, CLINTON 22, 1932 in Pender County to the late Salemburg. She was born November 17, 1954 in Sampson County Rachel Lee Bullock, 79, of Clinton, Jessie Lee and Thelma Alice Smith. and was preceded in death by her father, Earl D. Hairr; and mother, passed away Tuesday, March 30, She never worked a public job, so to Callie Louray Faircloth Starling. She retired from Goodyear Tire 2021 at Lenoir Assisted Living. speak. But she managed a small farm, Company. She is survived by three sons, Marshall Bryant Johnson A funeral was held at 11 AM, helped plant the garden and canned and wife Janet, Dallas Lee Knight, Anthony Lee Knight and wife Friday, April 2nd at Crumpler- and preserved for the year from it. Megan; six grandchildren, Tori Leigha Knight, Michael Bacot, Honeycutt Funeral Home with She could help her children skin a Tyler Bryant, Brittney Schoonmaker, Jessica Bieber, Hannah Rev. Robbie Gilbert officiating. deer; cook Squirrel, wild Turkey (where you could eat it and like it); Caviness; five great grandchildren, Jace Bacot, Jackson Bacot, Interment followed in the Clinton rabbit; coon; frog legs; you name it. She fought for her family, and Marlo Bryant, Makiya Breeden, Sadie Ellie Mae Locklear; four City Cemetery. The family received I mean fought the devil and hell for them, if need be, she’d let you sisters and one brother, Cindy Owens and husband Billy, Steven friends from 6 PM – 8 PM, Thursday, smell some gun powder! She taught the Bible in Sunday school at Hairr and wife Margaret, Callie Crumpler and husband Eugene, April 1st at Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home and at other Riverside Baptist. She cared greatly for others and she was sure of Debbie Gainey and husband Ray, Windy Fassula and husband times at the home of her grand-daughter, Kelly, at 65 Mill Hill her salvation in Christ alone. Thelma Faye is preceded in death by Tom; and her loving cat, Katie. The family received friends from Lane, Clinton, NC. Rachel, born October 23, 1941 in Sampson her husband: Frank G. Evans, daughter-in-law: Debbie Sue Mote 6:00-8:00pm Sunday evening at Mount Carmel Church Family County, was the daughter of the late John Adam Sinclair and Eva Evans and her grandson: Jason Evans. The funeral service will be Life Center and other times at her home. Butler Funeral Home of Gautier Sinclair. She was the owner operator of Rachel’s Fabrics held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, April 03, 2021 at Riverside Baptist Roseboro is serving the family. 14 www.thesampsonweekly.com Week of April 2-8 2021 OBITUARIES Goldsboro, Carlisle of Roseboro, Eva Brock of Roseboro, Joyce Faircloth and held at Beaver Dam Baptist Church at 2:00PM Thursday, April 1st, Kim Henry, 63, of Goldsboro, passed husband, Rudy of Roseboro; twelve grandchildren; numerous great 2021 with Rev. Michael Shook officiating. The burial followed the away on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. The family will receive funeral at the Simpson Family Cemetery beside the home in Beaver He is survived by his wife of 39 years, friends from 1:00-1:50pm Wednesday prior to the funeral service. Dam. Mrs. Simpson’s family received loved ones from 6:00 PM to Tammy Henry; daughter Ashley Britt Butler Funeral Home of Roseboro is serving the family. 8:00 PM on Wednesday, March 31st, 2021 at Butler Funeral home and husband Adam Britt of Newton in Stedman on Highway 24. Services entrusted to Butler Funeral Grove; daughter Megan Henry of ROSEBORO Home, 6535 Clinton Road, Stedman, NC 28391. Wilmington; grandchildren Paige While it required quite a bit of Britt, Harper Britt, and Alexander convincing, Katie “Pauline” Hughes SEABOARD Britt; in addition to a brother, Barry Simpson, 93, permanently retired Mr. Thomas Alan Snow, 66 passed Henry of Point Pleasant, West Virginia, and his children. A from her labors here and went to be away on Friday, March 26, 2021 at longtime resident of Newton Grove, Kim was an active member with the Lord in the earliest hour of his home surrounded by his family. A of the community, devoting much of his time to the Goshen United Monday, March 29th, 2021. Born to funeral was held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, Methodist Church youth group, local T-Ball team, and Hobbton the late Julian and Mandy Hughes in March 30, 2021 at Butler Funeral High School Band Boosters. In his later years, he appreciated the Bethany Community on July 6th, Home in Roseboro with the Reverend slowing down and spending time with his 3 grandchildren, taking 1927, Mrs. Simpson is also preceded Stan Carter officiating. The burial trips to see family in West Virginia, and traveling with his wife. in death by her husband, Dudley followed at Hall’s Family Cemetery, He will be remembered as a loving husband, wonderful father, and Simpson; brothers Harold and Donald Hughes; sister Betty Autry; an Hayne Stretch Rd, Roseboro. The outstanding “Ampa”. A graveside service will be held Monday, infant sister, Corinne Hughes; and grandson Christopher Simpson. family received friends from 12:00 April 5, 2021 in Springvale Cemetery, (Clinton City Cemetery) Her work here on earth started about 88 years ago, when as the oldest PM to 12:50 PM Tuesday at the funeral home prior to the service. Clinton, NC. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kim’s memory may daughter, she was put in charge of caring for her own Grandmother. Mr. Snow was a native of Forsyth County, the son of Hobert and be made to the American Lung Association. https://action.lung.org/ No matter what childhood game Pauline was playing, it stopped as Lillian Snow. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived site/Donation2?df_id=31272&31272.donation=form1&mfc_pref=t soon as her Granny’s bell rang. Pauline sprang into action tending by his son, Jeremy Snow and wife, Dana; and two grandchildren, to the wants and needs of someone else. That theme would become Hunter Snow and Jessica Snow. Services entrusted to Butler SALEMBURG a life-long pursuit, persisting until Pauline’s body could no longer Funeral Home, 401 W. Roseboro Street, Roseboro, NC 28382. Dorothy Henry 72 passed away on keep pace with her will. Pauline married Dudley Simpson and Tuesday, March 31, 2021 at Lower stayed by his side until he died in 1982. By then, she had followed CLINTON Cape Fear Hospice. A Home Going him halfway around the world so as not to leave her sailor-boy Mr. Raymond Lee “Goat Man” Service will be held on Sunday, April unattended. For instance, when he was stationed in London, she took Williams, 82, passed away 4, 2021 at 3:00 pm at Hope Valley a seven-day steamer across the ocean minding two toddlers and a lap Thursday, March 25, 2021 at UNC Hawkins Funeral Chapel, 1246 baby. When duty called him to the Florida Keys, she endured the Rex Hospital in Raleigh. Lee was Hobbton Hwy. Clinton with burial aluminum Airstream trailer swaying side to side over the miles-long born March 08, 1938 in Sampson following at Bearskin Missionary bridge going and coming. She never cared much for bridges after County to the late Raymond Lee Baptist Church Cemetery. A walk that. To prosper on modest means, one must learn to do a lot with a Williams Sr. and Modell Robinson. thru will be held on Saturday, April 3, little. In Pauline’s life, no little thing was wasted. She would save He is preceded in death by his wife: 2021 at Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral half a dinner biscuit or a corner of cloth. In a short time, they became Catherine “Duck” Melvin Williams, Service, 1246 Hobbton Hwy. Clinton from 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm. toast for the breakfast eggs and patches for the work clothes. After daughter: Catrina Williams, brother: Julius Robinson and sister: the children came, and when Dudley got paid on Friday, he stopped Mamie Cooper. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, ROSEBORO at the store for only the essentials. The rest was raised, grown or April 06, 2021 at Carter Funeral Home in Garland. Elder Jerry Larry Douglas Holland, 73, of cultivated on the family property. The butter Pauline churned herself Wilson will be officiating the service. Interment to follow at Roseboro died March 27, 2021 at from the cows she and the children milked. The cucumbers were Garland Community Cemetery. Lee leaves to cherish his memory Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. A gleaned from the produce baskets before they went to market. The five daughters: Hanna Williams of Newburgh, NY, Tina Thomas lifelong resident of Roseboro, he was chicken for dinner had been walking in the yard the day before and (Clyde) of Fayetteville, NC, Julia Williams of Atlanta, GA, the son of James Rupert Holland and the grease in which it fried came from the lard she rendered when Elizabeth Mora (Joseph) of Rock Hill, SC, Tabitha McDonald of Claudette Eloise Pate Holland. Mr. it was the hog’s time to feed the Simpson clan. And a clan it was. Newburgh, NY, one son: Danny McNail of Newburgh, NY, one Holland was preceded in death by Four boys followed by two girls. All loved. All introduced early and sister: Flora Lee Henry of Newburgh, NY, 24 grandchildren and a his parents and brothers Cary James often to the truth about Jesus. All of them waking up to and going host of great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A viewing will and Danny Pate. He is survived by to bed with Pauline singing hymns in the kitchen. In her final hour, be held on Monday, April 05, 2021 from 1:00-6:00 PM at Carter brothers Claudie and wife Belinda she acknowledged hearing those same songs sung to her and she Funeral Home in Garland. of Fayetteville, James Rupert II and wife Cathy of Myrtle Beach, heard a loving son say that one always remembers the first person SC, and John and wife Sharon of Salemburg. Mr. Holland is also to tell you about Jesus – “and for all of us, that was you, Momma.” WARSAW survived by many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great- Her home was always a safe and providing place for anyone who Mary Virginia Cottle Veach, 96, passed away Wednesday, March nephews, as well as three great-great nieces and a great-great was there, invited or just stopping by. She had a hot meal, a glass 24, 2021 at her home. Mrs. Veach was born November 18, 1924 nephew Funeral services are entrusted to Butler Funeral Home. of that sweet iced tea and an open heart for whoever crossed the in Turkey, NC to the late Clyde Johnson Cottle and Ida May A private, family-only service will be held graveside. In lieu of threshold of the Simpson home. Growing up, there were four boys Howard Cottle. A graveside service was held 1:00 pm, Friday, flowers, the family asks that donations in his memory be made to in one bedroom and there was Dudley and Pauline and the two girls March 26, 2021 in Devotional Gardens. Mrs. Veach is survived by the Roseboro Baptist Church. Services entrusted to Butler Funeral in the other one. When Pauline left this life, all six children were in son, Samuel Veach and wife, Melissa of Supply; daughter, Jane V. Home, 401 W. Roseboro Street, Roseboro, NC 28382. just the one room, telling Pauline their last goodbyes, if only for now. Cooper and husband, Gary of Charlotte, NC; five grandchildren, Each child has his and her say. They told Pauline that they knew Wes Veach, Blake Veach, Joshua Star, Racheal Star, and Troy ROSEBORO they were special in God’s eyes because he had given them the best Lockamy; and three great grandchildren, Brandon Boone, Arlo Mrs. Margie Irene Lockwood, 86 mother imaginable. They thanked her for the rigid discipline, but Veach and Bexley Veach. In addition to her parents, she was of Roseboro, passed away Sunday, also for the sugar that sweetened any bitter lessons. They promised preceded in death by husband, Ralph Veach; daughter, Sandra March 28, 2021 at Southwood her that they would get back to work at sunrise after took her leave. Lockamy, grandson, Chuck Lockamy and brothers, Clyde Cottle, Nursing Center. The funeral service She died after one last round of Hosanna in the Highest on her last Jr., Billy Cottle, Jim Cottle, and Johnny Cottle. was held at 2:00pm Wednesday, Palm Sunday – on her first time not being passed over. Rest assured, March 31, 2021 at Butler Funeral she was not visited by the Angel of Death. Her escort was an Angel Clinton Home, 401 W. Roseboro Street, of Life, a protector of the souls who uphold The Word from the Mr. James Robert Fisher, 58 of Clinton passed away on Tuesday, Roseboro with Pastor Bryan sunup to the sundown of time on earth. It is easy to be sad at the March 30, 2021 at Wake Medical Center. A memorial service will Strickland officiating. Burial end of Pauline’s life. It is impossible to mourn. Glory to God in be held at 12:30 PM on Monday, April 5, 2021 at Goshen New followed at Roseboro Cemetery. the highest! Pauline Simpson is survived by six children: Richard Life Church 3911 Suttontown Rd., Faison. Mr. Fisher was a native She was born December 22, 1934 in Sampson County and was Simpson and fiancé Jean of Fayetteville; Dean Simpson of the home; of Sampson County, the son of Robert and Shirley Gore Fisher. the daughter of Amon and Daisy Irene Rockwell Lucas. She was Anthony (“Jay”) and wife, Virginia of Fayetteville; Donald Simpson He was the retired co-owner of Dubose Steel. He is survived by preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Lockwood; and wife, Betsy of Roseboro; Lori Epler and husband, Larry of his wife, Kimberly Fisher of the home; son, Jeremy Fisher and and son, Charles Aman. She was a retired Seamstress. She is Fayetteville; Robyn Buck and husband, Joey of Kure Beach; sisters wife, Savannah of Clinton; Parents, Robert and Shirley Fisher of survived by three daughters, Elgie Lucas and husband, Larry of Peggy Edge of Vander, Bonnie Carter and husband Leo of Hope Roseboro; brother, Ray Fisher and wife, Kathy of Roseboro; sister, Roseboro, Rose Autry and husband, Bobby of Clinton, Betty Aman Mills; brother William Love; Hughes and wife Claire of Stedman; 12 Joannie Tew and husband, Ryan of Autryville; and several nieces of Clinton; two sons, Tommy Hall and wife, Wilma of Roseboro, grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Goshen Millard Hall and wife, Lisa of Roseboro; three sisters, Kathleen and numerous loving nieces and nephews. The funeral service was New Life Church, 3911 Suttontown Rd., Faison, NC 28341. 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SPEED FREAKS THROUGH THE GEARS Q&A Does dirt have a NASCAR future? Is there dirt in NASCAR’s future? KEN’S CALL: Yes, but under what for­ In the relatively near future — as in mat and what situation at what partic­ next year — yes, since it was an­ ular track (other than Bristol, per­ nounced Monday that Bristol will haps), I’m not sure. You don’t give up again haul in the dirt for its spring after one difficult weekend. NASCAR weekend in 2022. And since DEAN’S DIRT: Oh yeah. Dover comes you have to assume it’ll come off to mind if you wanna keep throwing smoother than it did this past week­ dirt on concrete, but I’d like to see end, let’s figure on the Cup series them going to an actual dirt track including at least one dirt race beyond next. 2022. Ideally, we’d also get a Cup race at a traditional dirt venue like Eldora Seven races, seven different Joey Logano became the seventh different winner in seven races Monday at or Knoxville, but that would include winners. When does it end? Bristol, the most since 2014. RANDY SARTIN/USA TODAY SPORTS some wheeling and dealing involving KEN’S CALL: I think we get an eighth existing track owners, who grip their at Martinsville, but then Truex wins at Cup dates tighter than bark on a tree. Richmond to give us a 2021 two­timer. Is it worth it? DEAN’S DIRT: My head tells me it ends NASCAR got dirty, at Martinsville, but I also haven’t Listen, it was dirt and mud, so it was picked the right winner yet this year, going to be messy, no matter what. so I’ll say May 2 at Kansas. Unfortunately, you had a combination and it was great of the obvious learning curve (Good­ year’s dirt­specific tires will be im­ proved upon) and rotten luck (biblical Zach Dean this sport over the years (don’t make me Saturday night rains). It’s bound to get Daytona Beach News­Journal name names!), but this wasn’t one of better, right? Um, right? Joey Logano USA TODAY NETWORK them. is already fine with it —“Kudos to Bristol … it’s a crazy, amazing event … Well, that was ... something. Second gear they should be proud of themselves.” No, forget that. I’m not going to toe the Of course, Joey won, and the view is line. After seeing NASCAR’s first dirt race Raise your hand if you thought Martin always better from Victory Lane. in 51 years Monday at Bristol, I am all in on Truex Jr. would be the best dirt racer in — Ken Willis An orderly Monday start wasn't an more dirt racing. both races on Monday? indication of the mud­slinging to Well, me and Joey Logano, of course. Yeah, me neither. come. RANDY SARTIN/USA TODAY SPORTS “How about Bristol on dirt?” an al­ Truex won all three stages and led 105 ways­smiling Logano said after his his­ laps in the Truck opener, and then led a toric win. “This is incredible, unbelievable race­high 126 laps in the Cup show before racetrack.” finishing 19th. In predictable NASCAR fan fashion, Yes, Truex was in the always dominant BY THE NUMBERS some loved it, and some, I’m quite sure, No. 51 Kyle Busch Motorsports truck, but hated it. But NASCAR’s return to the dirt, any time you lead 231 laps in one day The big message board lit up with Top­5 finishes for Denny Hamlin for this young fan at least, was everything across two different series, you’re gonna news during Monday's race: Yes, the 6this season. Ihoped it would be. raise a few eyebrows. dirt will again be hauled to the track Monday’s rain­delayed race gave us “I guess they had to put dirt on Bristol in 2022. RANDY SARTIN/USA TODAY SPORTS Different winners through seven great visuals, really good racing (yes, the to get back into Victory Lane here,” he 7races. ending could have been better, but we say said. “I’m still really surprised.” that after most races), and the signature Career wins for Joey Logano. Bristol bump­and­run was still alive and Third gear 27 well. CUP STANDINGS Foraweekend that started with Moth­ Everybody just assumed Bubba Wal­ Number of drivers to win a er Nature literally throwing a wet towel on lace and Michael Jordan would be the 1. Denny Hamlin...... 327 77NASCAR Cup Series dirt race. everything, I’d say Monday’s Main Event new kids on the block this year that made 2. Joey Logano...... 269 wasasuccess. waves, but how about Daniel Suarez, Pit­ 3. Martin Truex Jr...... 247 Combined laps led by Mar­ bull and Justin Marks? 4. Kyle Larson...... 242 231 tin Truex Jr. in Bristol’s First gear The No. 99 Trackhouse Racing Chevy 5. Brad Keselowski...... 232 Truck and Cup races. was fast again on Monday, leading 58 laps 6. William Byron ...... 228 That doesn’t mean there weren’t chal­ and finishing fourth. 7. Ryan Blaney...... 226 lenges. Of course there were! Credit Suarez now has collected four top­17 8. Kevin Harvick...... 225 where credit it due, though, because finishes (no small feat forabrand new 9. Chase Elliott ...... 211 NASCAR was able to adapt to most of team), and worked his way to 20th in the 10. Christopher Bell ...... 186 DAYTONA MOTOR MOUTHS them in real time. points. Perhaps it’s time to start taking 11. Austin Dillon ...... 186 After reviewing Friday’s two practice that team seriously. 12. Michael McDowell...... 183 Zach Dean and Ken Willis cover sessions, officials vega each team an extra 13. Kyle Busch...... 183 NASCAR and other forms of set of tires due to higher­than­anticipat­ Fourth gear 14. Ricky Stenhouse Jr...... 180 motorsports for the Daytona Beach ed tire wear. Officials also extended stage 15. Kurt Busch ...... 173 News­Journal. Reach them at lengths and added a pair of competition On the other end of the spectrum, it’s 16. Alex Bowman ...... 172 zach.dean@news­jrnl.com and cautions to be able to better prep the safe to officially press the panicto but n for 17. Chris Buescher...... 168 ken.willis@news­jrnl.com. track. Aric Almirola. 18. Ryan Preece...... 154 The sanctioning body also called a The driver of the No.10 Stewart­Haas 19. Ryan Newman ...... 149 quick audible during Monday’s race when Ford wrecked out of Monday’s race early 20. Daniel Suarez...... 144 dust kept getting kicked up during Stage3 in the first stage, finishing 30th or worse restarts, leading to single­file restarts (36th) for the fourth time in seven races. over the final 85 laps. Almirola has yet to recordatop­10 this Could the racing up front have been season, sits 28th in the points and the better? Sure. Five lead changes among next track, Martinsville, is one of his WHAT’S ON TAP? five different drivers (three of which led worst (five top­10s in 24 career races). all but eight laps) isn’t great. But, there The struggles of the Stewart­Haas sta­ THIS WEEK: Off (Easter weekend) was three­wide racing throughout the ble have been well documented in these APRIL 9 (FRIDAY): Xfinity Series at pack all afternoon and plenty of slipping spaces over the first otw months, and, un­ Martinsville (8 p.m., Fox Sports 1) and sliding, so I’ll take it. fortunately, Almirola is leading the APRIL 10 (SATURDAY): Cup Series at There have been plenty of snoozers in charge. Martinsville (7:30, FS1)

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